Right around the corner from Emerson is Brattle Book Shop, also known as paradise. The shop has an impressive collection of out-of-print and first edition novels as well as an outdoor sale lot. What’s really interesting about Brattle is they don’t sell just one type of book. You can go in and buy a $1…Read More
Going Tech: 99 Dresses
A few months ago I was asked by Nikki, the founder of the 99 Dresses app, to test drive the beta version. It was incredibly cool to be one of the first people to try out the new smart phone version of a clothing swap. In late September the app went live and it’s now…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) Me with my managing editor and artistic director, holding the latest issue of Atlas Magazine! 2) The queen herself. 3) Finals = subsisting off coffee and chocolate. 4) My dapper little snuggle buddy. 5) Latest addition to my bustier collection. 6) All I want to eat is breakfast all the time.
Trends & Toy Story
It’s inevitable that when I attend a fashion event, someone is going to struggle with the name of my blog. When I chose this name I thought I was simply marrying two of my favorite things, I had no idea all the trouble I would cause. At least once a week someone mistakes my blog…Read More
Sex in the City
This outfit felt so Sex in the City to me, no doubt because of the tutu styled for every day life. But I’ve definitely modernized the SJP trend. I styled this black beauty with a green sweater and a wide belt to at once make it more casual and give it some edge. Sweater: H&M,…Read More
Updated Classic
Today I’m updating my usual plaid shirt by layering it underneath a leather dress. It gives the plaid some edge without looking too grunge. I love layering because it can totally change the look of a garment. Dress: NastyGal, Shirt: H&M, Tights: TJ Maxx, Shoes: Payless, Arm Candy: Various Photos by Jamie Kaplan.