With winter in full swing and no sign of Spring, there is nothing I want to wear more than a chunky sweater. A chunky sweater might just be the best winter basic in your wardrobe. My favorite is a grey alpaca sweater from New York...
The end of year sales were calling my name, and I finally gave in, scoring a new pair of everyday black boots for half off at Matchesfashion.com. You may remember these from my block heel ankle boot roundup and my wardrobe essentials list, but now...
This year I started a new series on DeSmitten entitled Best of Basics, highlighting the basics that make a great foundation to build your forever wardrobe around. I’ve always been drawn to great basics and I tend to do a lot of research before investing...
I’m usually not one to go for high-waist denim styles, but this pair from Zara, made of raw denim, are the perfect pair. In an effort to get back into wearing blue jeans this year, I’ve tried a lot of options, but these seem to...
It’s no secret that I have a minor obsession with blazers and jackets. My collection of black blazers is a little ridiculous, I’ve even lost count. But nothing compares to the fit and styling of my navy blue Stella McCartney tuxedo jacket. The longline silhouette,...
For those of us who can’t commit to print, a black and white striped shirt is the answer to our sartorial print prayers. I’ve tried on hundreds of striped tees of the black and white variety, and my two favorites – one short sleeve, one...
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 always on the hunt for new tees to add to my wardrobe and when I was in Portland last month, I found a new love in this slightly cropped, boxy tee from Organic by John Patrick. The shape makes it feel like a top...
Finding the perfect pair of sunglasses is probably the hardest thing next to finding the perfect pair of jeans. This is true for me at least. I’ve spent the past year or so trying on hundreds of sunglasses, with my only requirement that they were...
If you haven’t heard, things are relaxing on the denim front, and I’ve invested in a few pairs this season, but my favorite relaxed jeans are from Objects Without Meaning. A perfect medium wash, with a slim leg and slightly cropped length, they look as...