If there's one trend I saw time and time again at last night's Ten Year Anniversary Party (full recap coming Monday!), it was the number of black jumpsuits worn in attendance. In retrospect, it makes perfect sense—it's an ideal transition piece for going from work to cocktails ...read more
Classics are "classics" because they have staying power. Even after years and trends come and go, and even - as I was recently reminded - across seasons, they remain. I bought this coat last fall and quickly realized it would be a staple in my winter wardrobe, but not necessarily ...read more
This top-meets-tunic-meets-dress is a true pièce de résistance — it manages to combine multiple trends without being overwhelming or tiresome. From the one-shoulder design and on-point plaid print, to the puff sleeve and cascading hem, it's somehow completely appropriate for both ...read more
Over the past few weeks, the weather in L.A. has been unseasonably irregular, fluctuating from a very rainy Saturday morning to a stunning clear-blue Sunday afternoon. I thought I was playing it safe on a recent overcast morning, with booties and one of my favorite new sweaters, ...read more
The color pink gets a bad rep. It's "too girly," "too young," "too bright," and mixed with other pastels, it can go "too Easter bunny," dangerously quick. For that reason, I used to avoid pairing pastels, but like most vibrant colors, used sparingly, it can also make an ...read more
Before we had Sloan, G and I headed to my parents' house up north every year for the holidays. While it's just an hour-long plane ride, the climate feels like a world away from L.A., with heavy fog that rolls in in the mornings and stays till mid-afternoon. When I designed this ...read more
When I purchased this crop top after seeing how cute it looked on a friend, I wore it almost exclusively with the same outfit: pleated, high-waisted pants and heels (see here and here). The revealing cut felt a little too risky with almost everything else, especially for the ...read more
This morning, G, Sloan, and I left at the crack of dawn to drive north to my parents' house for Thanksgiving. Because yesterday was filled with back-to-back meetings and a full to-do list, I didn't have much time to pack so I relied on some old favorites. This understated outfit ...read more
If anything, the velvet trend that swept through last fall has only gotten stronger this season. Last year, I fell in love with fabric pumps and crushed velvet skirts, but this time around, designers (myself included!) are embracing the luxe, smooth look of the fabric, in a full ...read more
This transitional time in between seasons (at least in L.A.) can be tough to dress for. One day last week the temperature seemed to vacillate 20° and nearly every outfit I threw on felt like it would be either too hot or cold at some point. I settled on classics: leather, ...read more
After just a few short weeks of dressing for cooler weather, I found myself quickly settling into a uniform that involved wearing pants most days. And after months of not being able to even fathom the idea of that much fabric on my body, it was a welcomed transition. But I'm now ...read more
When Geoffrey returned from his cycling trip to Vermont a few weeks ago, his phone was filled with beautiful photos of trees with unbelievably bright-orange leaves. While we don't get quite as dramatic of a seasonal shift in Southern California—it's an event if it drops below 60 ...read more
In the summer, I prefer natural makeup where I can be out the door in under five minutes—after all, most of it melts off in the 100° F days we had this year—but as soon as it's fall, I tend to drift towards a little bit more of a dramatic makeup look. By adding a few simple ...read more
A few weeks back, Cristina and I met up for a little shopping date before heading to dinner. Our first stop was at the Theory store where we bought two of the same pieces, including these pants. I had first grabbed them off the rack thinking the flared leg might make them a bit ...read more
Earlier in my career, I was more likely to abide by fashion "rules" without really questioning them—avoid bright colors in the fall, don't mix black and brown, go for all-black to look unequivocally chic (it's amazing how many are color-related!). But as I've gotten older, I've ...read more
The last time I wore pinstripes was when my mom took me shopping for my first job, post-college. In her mind, pinstripes were associated with conservative business attire that would show my future employers how serious I was about the job—in mine, they felt incredibly ...read more
I usually associate color-blocking with bold, bright shades layered together, which is why this neutral dress was such an appealing departure. The creamy white and tan shades nicely offset the black skirt, but the slightly asymmetrical silhouette keeps it from feeling expected. I ...read more
I find myself waiting for this exact weather pretty much all year-long. It reminds me of Northern California, even in the summer, when the mornings are gray and how a shot of splashy, colorful outerwear can be just the quintessential thing to brighten up a dreary day. I plan on ...read more
I first discovered SENREVE a few months back when I began carrying their Maestra bag, which is big enough to fit my laptop, but chic enough to use all the time. They've since launched a smaller version of the same design in an array of gorgeous colors (though as a surprise to no ...read more
I've been on the hunt for a menswear-inspired trench, so as soon as I saw this oversized hooded version, I grabbed it immediately. There's a picture of my late grandfather in a similar coat on a blustery day in Paris and this one makes me think of him. Since I never take off his ...read more
A little over a month ago, in the middle of a particularly intense heat wave, I went shopping with my mom with the sole intention of coming back with some flowy, floral dresses. They were one of the only things that sounded appealing to wear and would still give the impression ...read more
I've never really purchased a lot of outerwear, mainly because the weather in L.A. doesn't exactly necessitate an entire wardrobe of heavy coats and chunky knits. But after missing out on all of the camel coats I was eyeing last fall, I decided to splurge on a lightweight version ...read more
A lightweight trench is an outwear staple - it looks crisp enough to dress up any outfit, but the flowy fabric keeps it from feeling too formal. The weight of this sleeveless version is perfect and adds nice movement to a simple outfit. I wore it with a white bootie (that I plan ...read more
Usually when I head out for an event or cocktail party, I tend to gravitate towards short, leggy dresses and skirts, but recently I've found myself opting for more modest, vintage-feeling wraps. This draped toga dress is the perfect in-between. While the punchy red color and ...read more