i'm juxta-posing tonight

a favorite, feminine, vintage lace dress

paired with fierce fangs

;)

in the Boston Herald...

if you are having trouble getting dressed these days-  you are not alone.  i always struggle this time of year (sweats always, please?).  but i find that wearing a neutral base like black and ivory can keep me feeling chic and poised for either seasonal direction.  for the Boston Herald last week i put together a look that walks the fine-fashion-line between post winter & pre spring.  in fact you may already have a few similar items in your closet!  (and YES!  i am totally serious about that hat!)

 

1.  Introducing a soft shade of cream or ivory (not white- as it most likely will feel too harsh) to your face is a nice alternative to black on top and black on bottom.  If it has a pretty, loose bow like this blouse does- even better.  Orla Kiely, $163.

 

2.  I can't seem to retire the legging thing- especially when I want a simple and comfortable look.  However a good, quality legging is important! These David Lerner ones that I carry at Holiday are the very best I've ever worn.  They keep their shape & color wash after wash, and never ever pill.  David Lerner, $90.

 

3.  I love layering creams on top of each other (especially in the winter), and this feminine, textured cardigan/coat is beautiful over a silky ivory blouse.  I'd wear this to dinner or to work.  River Island, $48.

 

4.  If there is not a pile of snow on the ground, a chic flat in gold complements this whole "French gamine" style (a favorite of mine).  I love the simplicity of this pair.  Repetto, $276. 

 

5.  A long vintage glove is such a charming addition to an outfit.  Ambersattic.com, $65.

 

6.  This is a complete splurge item, but I am enamored with all of Roberto Cavalli's printed clutches for Spring 2013.  I'm crazy for a classic animal print that is generally proper for any season-- plus it's killer with the outfit!  Pretty please?  Roberto Cavalli, $2237.

 

7.  I love tossing in a flower motif in black or white during these dark months; it hints at what is to come!  Perhaps the most iconic fashion fleur is a pin by Chanel. Chanel, $655.

 

8.  Lastly, I adore this witty black cat beret!  Silly can be chic if it's perfectly simple.  Plus, anything with a sense of humor--especially in January!-- is welcome in my book & closet.  chicnova.com, $29.

notes from the weekend...

red nails. flower buying. some golden sparkle. that LAUREN MOFFATT dress! a little animal print.

 

AND- ange arrives in NYC tonight.  

sunday blues begone!

:)

jewelry inspired...

 i'm working on a seriously EXCITING (like i'm DYING EXCITED) interior project for a seriously awesome publication that i CAN NOT WAIT to share with you!  

(especially because i'm using this JEWELRY-INSPIRED wallpaper)...

 STAY TUNED!

still. life.

  a few of my favorite things...  

this lovely book i've stained.  my grandfather's monogrammed letter opener.  new (antique) gold rimmed english dish.  cartier.