Festive Attire | Fashion Friday

It's holiday party time! That magical time of year when you have no idea what to wear when invitations arrive with vague suggestions like "holiday attire" or "sunday best" or "festive attire." What do those even mean? Surely not this: {You can actually buy this sweater. I found a ugly christmas … [Read more...]

How to Wear Brights

Brights are a trend that is staying around for a while. And its understandable if you're nervous. Especially if you grew up in the 80s... via Give it a try: it can be done and it can be tasteful. Even if you normally shy away from bright colors, its so easy to add a pop of color with just an … [Read more...]

Inspired by: Gray and Brown

Whoever said you weren't supposed to mix brown and gray was wrong. Just wrong. See? gray and brown - mixing neutrals by allthingschic featuring stuart weitzman handbags … [Read more...]

What We Wore 11.16.11

What Grace Wore: Black cotton/lycra ruched and embellished blouse by Trina Turk over a basic black tank with winter white wide leg trousers by Express. Bronze leather satchel by Talbots, black patent sling-backs by 9 West. Jewelry: Bracelet from the Smithsonian African Art museum shop that is a take … [Read more...]

Gap Sweater Dress: Yay or Nay?

Do you follow @Gap on Twitter? If not, go ahead and do so now. I'll wait. OK. So on Tuesday, I saw this tweet in my feed, and I took the bait. I clicked: The Sweater Dress the tweet referred to was this one. And I will admit it: I first clicked and thought, ewwwwwww! Seriously, Gap? This … [Read more...]

How to Wear a Blazer

Blazers immediately add polish and style. Now, we're trying to avoid the 80s big shoulders, over-sized and boxy, stole-this-from-my-husband look. Your blazer should be fitted and slim -- we're going for a tailored look. There are several ways to give twists to your blazer, beyond the formal look of … [Read more...]

Upgrade Your Look with a Blazer

One of the quickest ways to upgrade your everyday cardigan and jeans uniform is with a blazer.  Just about everything is the same - just swap that one piece and you'll have polished look that can go from a meeting to dinner to just about anywhere. blazers and cardigans by allthingschic featuring … [Read more...]

Holiday Dress Coats for Boys

I loved Tracy's post on Holiday Dress Coats for Girls, and she inspired me to write one for boys! When I had a little boy (twelve years ago today, as a matter of fact!!), I was head over heels in love. The only disappointment was that buying clothes for boys was pretty unexciting. The fashion … [Read more...]

Holiday and Warm Dress Coats for Girls

The holidays are coming and so is winter. I love to have a warm wool dress coat for my daughters each winter that can be dressed up or down and is also holiday appropriate. Here are some of our favorite dress coats this year: 1. Peek Nicole Velvet Coat from Nordstrom  2. Mini Boden Velvet Dot … [Read more...]