Going into this new year I’m feeling so grateful. 2013 was an incredible 365 days for Trends and Tolstoy. I traveled in Europe for three months, attended my first fashion week, hosted two events, won the Boston A-List best fashion blog title, and secured my post-graduation future as a fashion blogger. I can’t wait to see…Read More
Pop of Pink
In this outfit I made a faux suit look with leather shorts and a black blazer. For some visual interest I put a bright pink peplum underneath. Here I’m wearing this out at night but this color concept could easily be translated into a work wardrobe. Just replace the leather shorts with trousers or a…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) My family’s traditional Christmas Eve antipasto. 2) Crocket looking quite dapper for the festivities. 3) A guidebook from my parents for my summer trip to Russia. 4) Snow day here in New Hampshire. 5) My penchant for lace continues. 6) A candlelit family meal to celebrate the holiday season.
Family Friendly Fashion
The holidays are the perfect time to pull out the most ladylike ensembles. Normally during family celebrations I tone down the usual leather and stud motifs in favor of something a little more pretty. This floral dress complete with crinoline and cardigan couldn’t be any more precious, or any more family appropriate. Do you find…Read More
Happy Holidays!
Here’s to another fashionable year! I’ll be taking the next few days off from the blog to snuggle with Coco and make the most of the New England winter. I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season full of family, food, and (of course) some truly fabulous festive outfits. Coat: Modcloth, Shirt: American Eagle, Shorts:…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) A shot from Brattle Book Shop, shown here. 2) The snowman friend I met during a photo shoot. 3) My favorite Christmas ornament. 4) Nothing fixes me like brunch at Paramount. 5) Finally reunited with my Coco! 6) This is what a final exam looks like at Emerson College.





