As I’ve mentioned previously, colored denim always reminds me of middle-school, and bad memories of band t-shirts and fake Converse ensue. But I decided to give colored denim another try this season, and by pairing these green skinnies with a sophisticated leather peplum I left those middle school memories behind. Shirt: Forever21 (Similar here), Pants:…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) Rose petals at my T stop to match my dress. 2) After years of searching – Dostoevsky’s A Writer’s Diary. 3) One of the street pianos by the BCA in the South End. 4) Essie’s “Rubies” polish. 5) Sushi with Rebecca after a long week. 6) Gorgeous new booties from Shoedazzle.
The Rise of the Midi
I love that the midi skirt is back in fashion. The retro reference to Dior’s New Look is a sophisticated way to show how style savvy you are. I chose a faux leather version that brings some edge to the otherwise feminine piece. To balance out the bodycon look of the skirt I tied a…Read More
Emerging Trends Show
Saturday was the final day of Boston Fashion Week, and my final show. The Emerging Trends show, put on by Synergy Events, has become extremely popular since its beginning in 2008. As New England’s biggest fashion show, Emerging Trends showcases the work of up and coming designers from all over the world. It is the…Read More
The One that I Want
When I saw this jumpsuit I knew I had to have it. Given my repertoire with leather (here, here, and here), it was ludicrous to think I didn’t already have a faux leather jumpsuit. I felt very Sandy-at-the-end-of-Grease in this outfit, but somehow in a good way not an 80s referential way. Jumpsuit: Forever21, Belt:…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) My favorite dress from the Firas Yousif show. 2) My week in a nutshell. Reality is going to suck after this. 3) Banana and caramel french toast for brunch at Paramount. 4) A smoked salmon bagel at Mike’s. 5) Jamie and I at the Skiler Love launch. 6) The 80 foot runway at the Emerging Trends show.