I never tire of great one-and-done pieces, like the perfect black jumpsuit. What drew me to this version in store was its thick sash tie waist that belts into a bow and adds sculptural interest to the streamlined silhouette. I also like the cropped cut above the ankle, which ...read more

• By Emily
  Nov 2, 2015

The combination of ruffles and flowers can easily veer from feminine to saccharine, so in creating this dress, I was careful to add details that gave it a slight edge and made it entirely wearable to backyard barbecues and poolside lounging. The one-sided off-shoulder is playful ...read more

• By Emily
  May 3, 2018

These shorts were professional enough to wear into the office, but to even out the dark fabric and length, I paired them with a long-sleeved white blouse that has subtle fringe and pom pom detailing. After a long morning of meetings, I was inspired to walk a couple of blocks to ...read more

• By Emily
  Jun 16, 2016

Growing up, I always looked forward to the start of summer when my mom would take me shopping for a new bathing suit, and if I was lucky, a matching coverup. By high school, my closet was a mess of mismatched bikinis and their corresponding tunics that accurately represented each ...read more

• By Emily
  Jun 21, 2016