Recently I’ve been reading an amazing biography of Catherine the Great (find it here). Aside from being a kickass woman who stole the Russian throne from her crappy husband, she also used clothes for political leverage. Her lavish wardrobe and parties circulated a new image of Russia as wealthy and sophisticated. I love this anecdote…Read More
Jewels
Spotlight On: Michael Hill
I love accessorizing with jewelry but I usually gravitate towards cheap costume jewelry that I can filter in and out by trend or vintage pieces I find in my travels. As I get older, though, I’m becoming more interested in high-quality jewelry. On a recent trip to my grandmother’s she showed me her collection of…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) A vintage book in French from an antiques market in Brussels. 2) A view of a canal in Venice from a nearby bridge. 3) The most perfect princess dress, courtesy of ASOS. 4) A floral headpiece to celebrate the (supposed) coming of spring. 5) The latest additions to my stud collection, purchased in Cologne. 6) A gorgeous ring from my trip…Read More