I love quirky prints but sometimes they feel a little too trite (i.e. the mustache trend) so I’ve avoided investing in a piece like that. But when I saw this adorable glasses-print shirt at Forever21, I couldn’t resist. I snapped these photos on a visit to my grandparents in West Chester, PA, about 45 minutes outside…Read More
Inside My Closet
As a full time blogger, my closet is my office. So it’s important to me that it’s both a functional and aesthetically pleasing space. Right now I’m fortunate enough to have a whole room to house my wardrobe, and I’ve tried to decorate it in a way that will inspire me to create great outfits….Read More
Boston’s Best Fashion Blogger
I’m so thrilled to announce that I’ve been voted Boston’s Best Fashion Blogger by the Boston A-List! I want to say a big thank you to everyone who voted for me. This is a huge honor. Boston is the closest major metropolis to my home town and it has always been a big part of…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) The birthday princess and her new found friend. 2) Coco demanding attention as usual. 3) South Station at the beginning of my NYC trip. 4) Vogue and some European chocolate. 5) A stop along my train ride to the city. 6) My birthday pie from last night. Sunday Snapshots photos are taken from my Instagram account. Follow me, “trendsandtolstoy” for more!
On the Boardwalk
I don’t wear much green, especially neon, but I couldn’t resist this cutout brocade dress. It feels very much like a ’50s two piece outfit with the cutout but it has the ease of being one dress. Dress: TJ Maxx (alternative here), Shoes: Payless (similar here), Flower Crown: Purchased in Nijmegan, Bracelets: Forever21 and hand-me-down…Read More
DIY: Book Clutch
I’ve loved the idea of a book clutch since the first Charlotte Olympia and Kate Spade versions were spotted on the arms of celebrities. It’s the perfect combination of my love of books and my love of fashion. But most DIYs call for cutting up a real book, and I could never bring myself to…Read More