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Season Stand Outs
So one of this season’s coveted looks is all things leather … it is a sleek, chic and most definitely a city vibe. But … how many of us love the look of leather (from jackets, to trousers, to skirts etc), but either don’t feel like confident that they can pull off the look or have ethical reasons for not wearing it? Well, here’s some ways to work around our concerns. First, (and you know this by now) there is faux everything. Second, find the right fit, the right style and of course the right piece (I prefer skirts over a trouser). And third, (and we say this on an…
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Spring (Easter) Colors
Anyone else noticed all of the soft easter colors that hit the runways this season and that are making it to the high streets? Blush pinks, warm yellows, soft blues, we love them all. And we love how they are being paired with similarly bright contrasting colors. Here are a few of our favorites from Alice and Olivia (@aliceandolivia ). This brand can be a little pricey for some, but no reason you can’t be inspired by their looks and find something just as cute but cheaper!
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J.Crew – Classics, Clean Lines, Fun Prints
About 10 years ago I was coveting a blazer from J.Crew and received it as a gift. I couldn’t have been happier. It was the perfect fit, clean lines, well made, classic cut, and I knew it was a piece I would have for years to come. Like most, I love to add a few fun pieces to my wardrobe each season, but adding staple pieces is an investment. You can spend a little more on these pieces because you know you will have them for a while. And a staple piece, like a blazer or the LBD will always be in fashion. We love J.Crew not just for their…
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Our unwavering love of Free People (FP)
Dick Hayne, the founder of Free People, well done! Seriously, your “shit don’t stink”! haha My husband would argue otherwise maybe, but seriously you have created some fantastic bohemian pieces that really do stand the test of time. This company was started in Philadelphia (wow that city brings back some fond memories – roaming the streets while my husband was on medical rotations; running from one historical monument to another, which obviously included the Rocky steps (“The Eye of the Tiger” is now running through your mind, you’re welcome); to choosing between Pat’s or Geno’s and having to eat at both before making that decision) and shares a strong message…
