I have a mild obsession with shirt dresses. Unfortunately, most of them make me look preggers or elicit awkward looks from people who think I forgot my bottoms. This Kettle Black number not only cinches in just the right amount at the waist, but the little ruffles along the ...read more

• By Emily
  Jan 21, 2010

I've always loved the concept of sweater dresses, but I rarely think they end up being as flattering as they sound. If it's just a sweater that kind of extends down the leg, it can resemble a sack really easily. And while this one has a nice loose fit , that wears just as well ...read more

• By Emily
  Sep 9, 2014

Though I typically favor crisp lines and tailored pieces, I have a soft spot for ruffles. They can be tough to do without looking like a seven-year-old, but this white minidress hits the mark. It's a more structured fabric that feels winter appropriate (at least for Los Angeles) ...read more

• By Emily
  Nov 5, 2015

Most of my lunch hours are spent on the couch, watching episodes of various Food Network programs. Typically it's a back-to-back combo of The Barefoot Contessa, followed by Giada at Home and while I'm usually watching these shows for food inspiration, it was on Giada that I ...read more

• By Emily
  Jun 23, 2014