Mixing two different aesthetics is one of my favorite styling techniques. Here I’ve mixed a retro skirt with an edgier leather jacket. This prevents the skirt from looking costumey. Nude heels and a basic black top accent the outfit without overpowering it. What do you think of the mixed look? Skirt: H&M, Top: TJ Maxx,…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) A shot from my New England road trip. 2) Proper Friday accessorizing. 3) Hanging with a serious crowd at the MFA. 4) Packing my bags for the next adventure. 5) An evening at Tiffany’s. 6) Getting my intellectual on.
The Russian Lit Cheat Sheet
Despite the blog’s name I rarely ever discuss books on here. I get that people want the quick content, the pretty pictures and the outfit inspiration. I also get that almost no one wants to hear me gush about dense Russian novels. But it’s been four years and I think it’s high time we bring…Read More
Magenta & Macarons
As the weather starts to warm up I’m turning to brighter colors and more outfit options. Recently I wore this magenta maxi that I purchased in Paris. (It’s actually made for a little girl, cheers to being child-size!) It is still March so I paired the light crepe skirt with a grey pullover and boots…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) My favorite dog/person/snuggle buddy. 2) Prepping for another weekend adventure. 3) The latest addition to my reading nook (thanks, Mom!). 4) Harriet the Spy is back in action. 5) Current mood. Scratch that, constant mood. 6) Rise and shine everyone, it’s Sunday.
Business as Usual
We don’t have a strict dress code at my office, so I typically wear my usual eccentric ensembles. But once in a while I pull out a semi-professional outfit. This look is as comfortable as it is pulled together. The boyfriend blazer is a soft knit (so basically like wearing PJs) and the sweater underneath…Read More