sweet somethings
Friday, February 3
I was trying on clothes the other day with a friend and noticed that, unlike me, she was wearing a seriously pretty bra. La Perla, to be exact. Though this has been a (the only?!) wardrobe department I've generally neglected, I realized at that moment that it's time for a change. With Valentine's Day around the corner, I thought perhaps you'd also be interested in what's new and pretty--and also more than just date-night wearable! I'm eyeing these underpinnings by Stella McCartney, Eberjey, Calvin Klein, Hanky Panky, Elle Macpherson Body, and Honeydew.
long winter
Friday, February 3
Just in: Groundhog Day's Punxsutawney Phil is forecasting a long winter, which warrants serious consideration of Topshop's latest reversible puffer jacket: retro chevron on one side and classic khaki on the other. A most excellent two for one, folks!
fur me
Thursday, February 2
This winter reality check, I love, with its gorgeous embroidery embellishment and vintage-y, one-of-a-kind vibe. (P.S. It's faux fur!)
1. Gucci sweater, $1290, netaporter.com
2. Ainea faux fur embroidered coat, $279, theoutnet.com
3. Bertoni painted leather bag, $1505, luisaviaroma.com
4. Gucci loafers, $650, bergdorfgoodman.com
5. Frame Denim jeans, $230, netaporter.com
tie the knot
Wednesday, February 1
I'd give up all the shorts in my wardrobe to wear this cute skirt all spring/summer long!
1. Veronica Beard sweater, $350, veronicabeard.com
2. Le Specs sunglasses, $59, shopbop.com
3. Nadri bracelet, $60, nordstrom.com
4. Benedetta Bruzziches bag, $644, luisaviaroma.com
5. Marni sandals, $590, netaporter.com
6. Veronica Beard skirt, $395, veronicabeard.com
case by case
Tuesday, January 31
For my trip to Europe last summer I stuffed a weeks' worth of clothes, shoes and bags into a carry-on suitcase only to have it split--true story--in Split, Croatia. My packed-to-the-gills suitcase literally burst open as I was going through airport security. A customs officer kindly helped me tape it together while I sat on top of it. The scene was both hilarious and harrowing! So, I've been in the market for a replacement and just found this incredibly chic leather-trimmed (and well-priced) Mark and Graham that I had monogrammed. Win!
pink ahead
Tuesday, January 31
One exuberantly feminine statement I'll be making this spring.
1. Pixie Market blouse, $49, pixiemarket.com
2. Aurelie Biderman earrings, $185, shopbop.com
3. Christian Dior Creme de Rose Lip Balm, $30, nordstrom.com
4. Moschino bag, $995, neimanmarcus.com
5. Miu Miu velvet slides, $750, bergdorfgoodman.com
6. Current/Elliot jeans, $200, netaporter.com
pin point
Monday, January 30
Lately for me it's been more about pinstripes than my usual Breton stripes. I've found they're equally versatile and hard-working--but yet feel a little fresher. I've already stocked up on a few iterations for spring, including these from Banana Republic, She Inside, and Zara, but would love to add a few more, specifically these from Equipment, Johanna Ortiz, J.Crew, Sonia Rykiel, Gap (also this one) and Tibi.
lace time
Monday, January 30
An unexpected pretty lace panel distinguishes this spring staple.
1. Gucci t-shirt, $590, netaporter.com
2. Le Specs sunglasses, $69, nordstrom.com
3. Yves Saint Laurent Lip Gloss in Rouge Shantung, $32, nordstrom. com
4. Olympia Le-Tan clutch, $645, netaporter.com
5. Chloe slides, $575, bergdorfgoodman.com
6. Self Portrait mini skirt, $375, modaoperandi.com
la double j
Friday, January 27
Speaking of fetching spring dresses, I'm completely smitten with La Double J's colorfully printed pieces, one of which I took to Mexico last week (above) and another Cali-cool beauty, below! They're designed by my LA-bred, Milan-based friend JJ Martin, who also writes for publications like Wallpaper, Harper's Bazaar and The Wall Street Journal. Yes, she's smart and stylish! She's also a bonafide vintage lover and channels this passion into her line of retro-spirited dresses that are all rendered in vintage (read: eye-grabbing!) Italian textiles. The feminine silhouettes are relaxed and comfortable, perfect for breezing around in warm weather, plus they manage to be both everyday-friendly and big occasion-worthy. My other faves are this kaleidoscope patterned midi dress and this '70s-print off-the-shoulder maxi. You can check out the entire collection here and see JJ in La Double J action here.
shirt smart
Friday, January 27
I can't wait to bust out this sharp shirt dress come spring!
1. Zara shirt dress, $39, zara.com
2. Le Specs sunglasses, $59, shopbop.com
3. Maria Black ear cuff, $1120, netaporter.com
4. Gucci bag, $1250, netaporter.com
5. Prada slides, $750, bergdorfgoodman.com