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...
You haven’t heard me mention the 5 Piece French Wardrobe in a while, probably because I wasn’t so strict the second time around. It’s not that I loaded up on unnecessary crazy fashion pieces this season, but I bulked up my basics game, big time....
My December design inspiration comes from loading on layers for winter, and keeping colors light to brighten the grey days. Keeping warmth, structure and layering versatility in mind, this month’s design is simple but significant....
Today, I am happy to share the 16 essentials for a trend proof wardrobe, over on The Note Passer. As you know, this year, I tried to reduce my purchases by limiting myself to a 5 Piece French Wardrobe each season. I did pretty well...
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 amazing how something so simple can complete an outfit. I read this article over at CR Fashion Book and couldn’t help but notice the delicate gold necklace around the model’s neck. The model who happens to be Val Kilmer’s son, modeling for the Saint...
No matter how many pairs of black boots come and go from our closets, there is always room for one more. With all the reference to retro booties this year, there is no excuse not to have block heel ankle boots among your collection. The...
Nothing like a frigid day like today to offer up some warming inspiration in our Get Cozy Gift Guide! Everyone appreciates a cozy gift and we’ve rounded up some of our favorites to give and receive this holiday. ...
Understated beauty. An idea I quite like. A good motto for life. The effortless elegance of this editorial from T Magazine is all about understated beauty. I love the irony of pairing designer dresses (from the likes of: Céline, Chloé, The Row, Haider Ackermann, J.W....
Is there anything he doesn’t have his hand in at the moment? The latest? Alexander Wang does denim. It’s almost like he says, hey why not? I do everything else. Without months of hype leading up to yesterday’s launch of DENIM X AW, the word...