Outfits
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New arrivals
I think it’s pretty clear that shoes hold pride of place among my fashion interests. I think shoes are the great equalizers because they look good on anyone, whether you’re tall or short, skinny or not, blonde or brunette, woman or man. So even with an extremely hectic work schedule during this last two weeks Continue reading
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White heat
I promise this is not a “how to wear white in summer” post. The topic here is texture and shape. I love this little dress from Anthropologie because of the contrast between the full retro skirt and the fitted bodice. Add a hefty necklace and you get a little “Like a Virgin” Madonna-esque feel but Continue reading
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Black as night
It seems I’ve been wearing black a lot lately (see Black is back and Summer black). To close this post series I chose evening black with a twist. I was only going to the movies – “Inception” was awesome, go see it if you haven’t already! – and I wanted something casual so I wore Continue reading
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Black is back
One of my style icons, the fabulous Anna dello Russo, has said that “gold is the new black“. However, for my job, black is still the new black. Here’s a quick view of a typical work “uniform”. (blazer: vintage; shirt: F21; pants: JCrew; sandals: Dolce Vita) It’s a pretty basic black & white look and the Continue reading
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Summer Black
Challenge: wearing black in the summer. Solution: hippie with a touch of punk. (dress: Old Navy from ages ago; sunnies: Ralph Lauren; sandals: Free People) Sometimes a simple, floaty dress works wonderfully if the material is breathable; even if it’s black. I love these sandals – they look kinda tough and punk but they are Continue reading
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Keeping cool
This past weekend I decided to combine two of my latest acquisitions: a floaty, beaded Gryphon top and a Panama hat. I’ve always thought Panama hats are so chic in that sipping-mojitos-on-the-French Riviera way. I almost bought the “real” thing in Hawaii once but the price tag was a little too much. This is my Continue reading
Dew of the Desert 