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
One of the few positive things to come from not being able to wear a good portion of my wardrobe is that it's forced to me rediscover pieces I'd forgotten about. I bought this plaid mini skirt at Zara last year in one size up, so it wouldn't be too short, and when paired with an ...read more
I love juxtaposing an unstructured, slightly masculine piece with more feminine accessories. This look is pretty much my go-to fall outfit, pairing a relaxed army jacket and plaid shirt with a dainty heel with studs. ...read more
Last week I went downtown to the Robert Rodriguez showroom to check out his new spring collection. He walked me through the pieces (a surreal experience since he's one of my all-time favorite designers) and I also met some of the people who work in his office. There were at ...read more
The Northern California girl comes out in me anytime there's a forecast that even hints at rain. So naturally I pulled out my heaviest knit and planned a meal built entirely around warm comfort foods (including this soup). Living in a climate that lacks much diversity is lovely ...read more
I'm not opposed to denim on denim, as long as it's broken up in some way to keep it from looking like you just left a rodeo. But with a plaid shirt tied around the waist, a dark lip balanced by white pumps, it feels surprisingly fresh. I've been loving my vamp lipstick during ...read more
My next fall must-have (in addition to booties, pants, and coats) is plaid. I'm always attracted to a good tartan pattern, which resurfaces in my closet during the fall and winter months. This season I plan on wearing the checkered fabric as more of a neutral versus a pattern, ...read more
Most of the time when I have to get dressed for a meeting, I throw on a dress, add a pair of heels and run out the door. But this past week I switched it up a bit. Since jeans were too casual and long trousers felt stuffy, I went with cropped pants that I previously had relegated ...read more
Banana Republic tank, Trina Turk Blazer, H&M skirt, Hue tights, Alberta Ferretti Philosophy heels, Vintage Brooch and BraceletThe idea that lace is a fabric reserved for cooler months has always perplexed me. Due to its breathable configuration, it simply needs to be worn with ...read more
One of the biggest joys of dressing for cooler weather is the abundance of wonderful textures. Yesterday marked the first day of Fall and I could barely wait to comb through my bin filled with fringed scarves, knit hats and thick tights. Since I knew that the brisk morning would ...read more
After reading Dapper Kid's post on men's fashion at the Teen Choice Awards, I was particularly inspired by his mention of Elijah Kelley's crisp, checkered shirt. I've been tempted by this trend for quite some time, and even tried stealing one of my boyfriend's flea market finds ...read more