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Embellished sweaters and graphic sweatshirts are trending right now, and for good reason. Who wouldn’t want to amp up their favorite basic? Well this morning I did just that. I took an old Angora sweater dress that was rarely in my wardrobe rotation, and turned...

When it comes to beauty supplies, seeing isn’t always believing – the undercover elements are most important for putting your best face forward.  My favorite covert products gently exfoliate my face, brighten my dark circles, give a little grunge to my mane, and make sure each...

Cuffs aren’t exclusive to your wrists anymore ladies, they have migrated north to save your ears from a life of boredom. As the hottest new jewelry trend since statement necklaces, Ear Cuffs are a mainstay in today’s street style. Stealing my heart during Spring 2013...

I had another post ready for today, but after going through the Acne, Celine, Chloë and Givenchy Pre-Fall 2013 collections, I couldn’t resist. If the Pre-Fall shows are doing what they are supposed to (showing us a little glimpse into the Fall collections) then I...

I can’t get enough of Le Smoking trend right now, probably because of the always classic black and white color palette., but also because the tuxedo look is a great alternative to a party dress for the holidays. This editorial from Grazia, France pairs some...

Loving this editorial entitled New Luxe from Stolnick’s Fall/Winter 2012-13 issue. Between the androgynous looks, simple styling and neutral color story there is nothing here I don’t like. I also love the idea of wearing lighter colors in winter, it is a great alternative...

The holidays are all about eating, drinking and being merry so you never want to show up to a holiday party empty-handed. This year I took on a family tradition when I decided to make Bailey’s Irish Cream as a holiday hostess gift. My family...

Nicholas Ghesquire announced his departure from Balenciaga about a month ago and since then all the discussion has been about who will take his place (Alexander Wang). I am more interested in what Ghesquire will do next… His own namesake collection perhaps? Yes, please! Anyway,...

Nicholas Ghesquire announced his departure from Balenciaga about a month ago and since then all the discussion has been about who will take his place (Alexander Wang). I am more interested in what Ghesquire will do next… His own namesake collection perhaps? Yes, please! Anyway,...

Last night a thick blanket of snow covered New York City, almost hitting the pause button on the busy streets. I love the first snow of the season, it’s always so surreal… especially this year because it was just on the heels of tropical storm...

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