The Directrice Re-Presents: Workaday Suit

  All the suits can’t be Best Suit. If they could, “Best” would be rendered meaningless. Some suits are, and should be, sort of ordinary. We’ve discussed this before.   The workaday suit is a form of camouflage. Office Camouflage is distinguished by its utter failure to stand out in any way: a traditional silhouette, … Read more

WWMOD: A Belt Underneath

  I am already missing Michelle Obama. I am such a fan.   I am hoping that we will see her around town more after she leaves the White House, and not less. In honor of her eight exemplary years as First Lady, all future posts in which belts play a central role shall be … Read more

Lo*Bloc Heels

  This is my post about low block heels. Is that “low, block” or “low-block”? Does it matter?   I couldn’t be happier about the return to sanity. High heels are really bad for the feet. And the spine. And the back. And the knees. Is that all? No, that’s not all. High heels may … Read more

Abstract Thinking

  First things first! I am desperately overdue for a haircut. It’s been five and a half weeks since my last trim and after day 28 something goes haywire. So you will note that I have attempted to restrain my hair by tucking it behind my ears. Have a fantastic weekend! Top: Derek Lam 10 … Read more

The Pendulum Swings Back

  After a summer of excess — excesses — I find myself drawn to something simple, understated, and neat. The lesson? There are two: first, it’s good to get up, move around, and go outside; second, you should always find a little time to see a place that you are visiting for work.   This … Read more