I’ve long espoused my love of rompers, one-pieces, jumpsuits, and all one-stop-shop-outfits. So when I saw this silky black floral number, it was a no brainer. I love the versatility of this piece. It can be styled up with a blazer for the office or down with sandals for a beach day. Plus with the…Read More
Silk
Rain, Rain Go Away
It’s been a dreary start of spring here in Boston, heavy on the rain and light on the sunshine. I’ve been making the sartorial best of it by mixing bright patterns with contrasting textures. These leather pants play on the silk jacket and my knit sweater creating subtle visual interest. This outfit is perfect for…Read More
Be My Valentine
Happy Valentine’s Day! I hope it’s filled with soft fabrics, love notes, and pounds on pounds of chocolate. I often have trouble choosing a V-day look because it’s February which means snowy and freezing in Boston. This year I’ve found a happy medium with a silk dress and thigh-high boots. Warm enough, but still flirty…Read More
In Praise of Staying In
Now that I’ve moved into a new place, I’m learning to love staying in. In my hectic world of nightly events, article deadlines, and perpetual meetings, I rarely get to spend a night at home by myself, and when I do I relish it. Especially as the weather gets colder, there’s nothing quite as comforting…Read More
Better than Flowers
Mother’s Day is fast approaching and I’ve been brainstorming more inventive gift ideas than the traditional flowers and dinner out. I found the perfect gift at Alternative Art Space in the South End. Fernando DeOliveira, owner of the gallery and a talented abstract artist, has created a line of stunning silk scarves with his artworks…Read More
Uptown Meets Downtown
I found this champagne-colored silk top at a thrift store in Pennsylvania and it’s quickly become my new favorite. It’s so chic but so easy to wear. Here I dressed it down with leggings, my favorite leather jacket, and a pair of sneakers. It’s an ideal look for running around the city or hanging with…Read More