For the final installment of The Authors (for now) I’m featuring French writer and feminist Simone de Beauvoir. Writer of the groundbreaking text The Second Sex, she was an advocate for women’s rights and sexual emancipation from 1908-1986. Ironically, although she discounted clothing and makeup in her writings, she always wore her hair perfectly styled and…Read More
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Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) Previewing some new luxury apartments in Fenway. 2) Perks of living next to Fenway Park. 3) Celebrating my birthday the only way I know how: with a crown. 4) Obsessed with these newspaper designs in collaboration with the Fitchburg Art Museum. 5) My amazing friend Merli made me these Parisian, fashion-themed cupcakes for my 22nd. 6) Wednesday pick-me-up at Naco…Read More
Belle of the Ball
I attended a black tie event at the French Cultural Center this past weekend and this was my look for the night. I fell in love with the skirt in Paris for its Dior new-look style, and my Aunt was kind enough to gift it to me. For the evening I paired it with a…Read More
Bonjour, Paris!
I just got back form my latest trip, this time to Paris, my favorite city in the world. The more I visit the more I know it’s the city for me. It just feels like home. Since I’ve done all the touristy stuff before I was able to enjoy a more authentic Parisian experience. I…Read More
Sunday Snapshots: Paris Edition
From left to right: 1) Brushing up on my French during a cafe break. 2) I’ll never tire of this view. 3) Just call me Croque Madame. 4) Afternoons at the flower market. 5) Third wheeling it with Cupid and Psyche at the Louvre. 6) Tea at Ladurée on the Champs-Élysées.
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