(The Cut) Friends, steak lovers, and casually inclined fashion crazies, pack your bags and get yourself to Argentina. Currently enjoying hot summertime weather, Argentina is our kickoff destination for Resort Week — our celebration of the season’s wares and the… Read More ›
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I’ve mentioned this blog before, but I absolutely love Ann Street Studio (formerly From Me To You). Photographer Jamie King takes breathtaking images of everything from fashion shows, her travels from all over the world, amazing parties, and great food. … Read More ›
New Years Resolution: Ignore the Call to Exercise
It seems I can’t do anything post-Christmas without someone telling me all of the time I should be spending exercising. Dress too small? Exercise. Got the winter blues? Exercise. Tired of listing reasons to exercise? Don’t worry about it, just… Read More ›
Project Upgrade: Capitol Hill Edition
I am exceedingly lucky that mon bel homme is very well dressed. In fact when we first met it was one of my favorite things about him. Unfortunately I can’t say that great style is shared by all Washingtonians, and… Read More ›
Net-A-Porter’s Fall Essentials
I LOVE Net-A-Porter, and find that their selection leaves me wanting for nothing. I make a point of reading their online magazine weekly and found this gem about fall capsule wardrobes. It’s certainly not universal (not everyone should go around… Read More ›
The Wall Street Journal and Pleats
The Wall Street Journal published a piece last week about the possibility of pleats coming back in fashion. Ray Smith writes: “They’re pushing pleats – again. It took years, numerous tries and sometimes, coaxing from girlfriends and wives, to get… Read More ›
Style Notes From La Mère
I’ve had quite a few requests for a guest post from la mère, and so here it is! I called her a few weeks ago and asked her to put together some notes on her general musings about style, and… Read More ›
Your Weekly Fashion Intelligence Update
Bonjour from Mercedes Benz Fashion Week! See this week’s Fashion Intelligence article on the All Things Fashion DC site here! This week is all about the French Chic wardrobe and how to stay stylish on a budget.
120 Fall Finds Under $120
(Vogue) Fall may still be around the corner, but there’s no time for fall shopping like the present. In honor of the magazine’s big 120th anniversary (1892-2012), we’ve highlighted 120+ items under $120 that are Voguevetted for the new season. And, to… Read More ›
The GQ 100
Presenting GQ‘s guide to the one hundred suits, shoes, people, places, labels, accessories, hangouts, and, of course, things that smell crazy good you need to know about now. Not to mention the 25 best stores in the country, the… Read More ›
Scarf Chic
(Harpers Bazaar) This season, there’s a new It accessory in the extras game — the neck scarf. For fall, designers from Hermes to Mary Katrantzou showed colorful, printed versions, but we’re partial to the graphically striped iterations seen on the… Read More ›
The Social Shopper: Take Your Tunic to the Street
(Vogue) If you’re like me, over the course of the summer you always acquire a significant number of beach cover-ups. And, at the end of every season, you pack them away and retire them in favor of a sleeker, more… Read More ›
This Week’s Fashion Intelligence
This week’s Fashion Intelligence focuses on Fall accessories and my latest finds for your fall wardrobe. Find it on the All Things Fashion DC site here!
Seven Décor Details That Make The The Bachelorette Pad
With mon bel homme and I cozied up in the new townhouse, I’m not looking for items for my ‘bachelorette pad’ anymore. People have been extremely generous in helping us to make ourselves feel at home, including his aunt bringing… Read More ›
GQ Helps You Find Your Sole Mate
(GQ) You can judge a man by his shoes. They reveal whether he takes pride in the little things. If he throws on a nice suit and pairs it with cheap, clunky lace-ups, he’s not what you’d call a detail… Read More ›
Beach Looks on a Budget: The Best Pieces for Under $100
Mon bel homme and I just spent a lovely weekend visiting his parents in Bethany Beach, it was a much-needed break from the chaos of moving. It’s amazing what a few margaritas, some great meals, and a day on a boat… Read More ›
Style.com Fall Shopping Guide
See the latest in fall trends from Style.com. Find all the details, from handbags to shoes, here.
Sunny Days: Vogue’s Summer Beauty Guide
(Vogue) Everything tends to get a little bit looser in the summer: Dress codes relax; the weekend starts Friday—at noon. Beauty is no exception: Who wants to wear a full face in 95-degree heat? While pedicure and waxing appointments move… Read More ›
Dream Closet Checklist
I’m not one to question the advice of Mlle. Oprah, so when she issues a ‘Dream Closet Checklist’, I don’t need to hear any more. I love this list because it’s only the essentials that can be dressed up with… Read More ›
The Glamourai’s Kelly Framel Packs For The Beach
(Elle) Kelly Framel’s whimsically girly aesthetic has made her blog, The Glamourai, a major player in all things fashion, beauty, and decor over the past four years. The Austin-bred, Brooklyn-based tastemaker began blogging after being christened “the Glamourai” at her… Read More ›
Iris Apfel’s Thoughts on The Way Young People Dress
“I think they could be a little bit more well groomed-—if you know what well groomed is, you just take a look in the mirror. Their hair doesn’t look neat, they look like they are all messed up. I… Read More ›
Men’s Summer Fashion Advice: Your Questions Answered
(Esquire) Work to weekend, head to toe, start to finish- the Esquire fashion director will now take your questions. Because it can be a difficult season for men and their clothes (especially in D.C.). See the slideshow here.
Luxury Luggage: A Buyers Guide
Mon bel homme have recently been having a Wes Anderson marathon with the Director’s release of Moonrise Kingdom (which is very charming if you have not yet had the chance to see it). I know he loves Rushmore the most, but… Read More ›
Survival Guide: Vogue Editors Pack for the Front Rows Abroad
(Vogue) Now that the shows have officially wound down here in New York, Vogue editors can’t help but ponder what they’ll pack for London, Milan, and Paris. The suitcase is only so big—so important decisions must be made regarding what… Read More ›
GQ Guide to Suits On a Budget
I can’t help it, I really love GQ Magazine. It’s down to earth, witty, and overall just a fun read. Never taking itself too seriously, GQ has been providing leading men with coverage on style and culture for over… Read More ›
Vogue’s Best Technology Accessories
(Vogue) Why is it so hard to disconnect—even when you are trying to get away from it all? Such is life in these modern times, but with the season of weekends away and summer vacations upon us, here are some… Read More ›
A Gentleman’s Guide To Suit Tailoring
I’m not the biggest fan of Next, but YES:
Accessorize Like A First Lady
Their styles have been parsed, critiqued, and, in some cases, mimicked by millions. Fashion historian Valerie Steele examines the appeal of some of the most fashionable first ladies, and offers a few baubles to give you that winning balance of… Read More ›
Valentino Braids
The stars are running off with Valentino’s runway hair: braids. From Alexa Chung to Freida Pinto to Helen Mirren, they’ve embraced the summer updo. See Vogue UK’s slideshow here.
Details: What To Pack For Your Weekend Away
Details Magazine tells you everything you’ll need for three timeless weekend getaways. Find the slideshow here. The photos are lovely, now I wish I could have a ‘Great Gatsby’ weekend in Newport.
HLG Favorite: Ask E.Jean
I would like to introduce you to the only reason that I subscribe to Elle magazine. E. Jean. The resident advice columnist for Elle, E. Jean is sassy, witty, and direct. The only thing better than her hilarious answers are… Read More ›