Last night I attended the Luke Aaron S/S 2015 installation. It was a spectacular show, featuring neutral, elegant, and structured designs. The Union Club was the perfect classic backdrop to a stunning set of looks. How stunning is this chevron, t-halter dress? The metallic belt gives it just the right amount of sparkle. This was…Read More
Boston En Vogue: Modern Elegance
It’s that time of year again! Boston Fashion Week is upon us and you can find all my coverage of the shows and events right here on Trends and Tolstoy. Last night I attended the Boston En Vogue Modern Elegance show at Bijou. It was an extensive presentation of both womenswear and menswear (!!) from…Read More
Jeune Beauté
What I love most about Paris is that it’s the best of all worlds. It’s both historic and modern, classic and vibrant, romantic and tortured. I found that balance in this outfit as well. The sweater is classic and refined while the leather midi skirt gives the look some edge. Can we just talk about…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) New haircut courtesy of Viselli Santoro salon. Thanks ladies! 2) I welded these rings in a class at Stonybrook Fine Arts. 3) A sneak preview of the Fiber exhibit at the ICA Boston. 4) Starting my fine arts collection with this etching by Russian artist Irina Makoveeva. 5) Little Celina knew to glam up her overalls with chic accessories….Read More
Stonybrook Fine Arts
Last week Anne Sasser hosted a 16th birthday party at Stonybrook Fine Arts in Jamaica Plain. After the party each girl left with a cute little critter to remember the evening by. The twist? They welded those critters themselves. Stonybrook Fine Arts is a school that offers instruction and resources in jewelry making, welding, metal casting,…Read More
Park Ave Princess
This ensemble is a homage to the power of details in an outfit. The textured leather crop top contrasts nicely with the satin sheen on the skirt, and the accessories give the look a little extra personality. Remember what I said about the pins? I recently purchased this one from a vintage market. This bag is…Read More