To kick off the seven weeks of gifting here on DeSmitten, we’ve put together the ultimate non-toxic beauty gift guide. Originally this guide was put together for your organic-beauty obsessed besties, but it doesn’t hurt to stock up on a few non-toxic beauty supplies for...
The Céline Spring 2015 lookbook just launched and as always, I’m in love. The bold earrings and subtle hints of color and texture prove that simplicity is anything but boring....
Can you believe that Christmas is only seven short weeks away! But let’s not get ahead of ourselves just yet. My November list is full of things to look forward to this month…...
My October design inspiration stems from the organic curves of the human figure and the beauty in simplifying forms. Over the years I’ve learned the importance of simplicity, in life and in design. Simple but significant forms create timeless design. To get a sneak peek...
I know you’ve heard me go on and on about the perfect striped shirt, and thanks to my friend Bryn, I found it! Made in a classic blue and white menswear stripe, the fabric is substantial enough to hold structure, without instantly wrinkling upon wearing....
I’m a little late on the Halloween ideas this year, but I always love to look into my closet for last minute Halloween costumes. I often pull inspiration from fashion, pop-culture and art… here are my ideas this year… Fashion editors are always a great go-to....
Perfectly polished or deconstructed denim? I love them both equally. At the moment, I have an affection for the refined yet deconstructed denim pieces à la Vêtements and Marques’Almeida (pictured left to right respectively). The simple silhouettes with small touches of deconstruction is the definition...
It’s no secret that history repeats itself, and it’s especially true in fashion. The proof? These ads and editorials span the last two decades of the 20th century, but aside from the baby-faced famous models, they could be mistaken for current editorials. Chunky rib knits,...
What better way to start off the week than with some major interior inspiration from Azzedine Alaïa himself. The fashion designer rents out three 1,100 square foot apartments located next to his Paris atelier in the Marais. Converted from a loft in a 17th...
Do you still blow dry your hair? I ditched the dryer a few years ago during an insanely hot New York City summer, and I never went back. During my dryer detox I discovered I had seemingly nice natural waves, but only in the back...