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I’ve never hidden my affection for stripes, as well as stripes on stripes. Here is my summer version of Jermyn Street: pin-striped tropical weight wool with crisp cotton striped shirting. Top: JCrew Bow Shoulder Top available in a different fabric; Pants: JCrew; Shoes: Tory Burch; Bag: Coach Poppy Tote
What’s the easiest summer outfit? And here are some charming denim skirts, also on sale. Have a fantastic weekend! Blouse: Marc by Marc Jacobs; Skirt: Eileen Fisher; Shoes: Giuliana Sandals from Sundance; Bag: Coach Poppy Tote; Bracelet; Dina Mackney
Whenever I get an idea — and I get lots of ideas every day — I hear Boris Karloff’s voice saying, “Then he got an idea. An awful idea. The Grinch got a wonderful, awful idea.” And now I must share my strongly held views about the slip dress. I am totally enamored … Read more
As discussed previously on The Directrice, I love prints but have qualms about buying print dresses. That doesn’t mean I never buy them. But do understand, I would not wear these shoes to court or for a meeting with opposing counsel.
Last week, I showed you a new dress and predicted that I would be able to wear it for the next twenty years. Some of you may have thought I was speaking hyperbolically for effect. I bought this dress at Banana Republic, and hats off to BR for making a dress of such outstanding … Read more
As you have probably noticed, the Directrice’s preferred color for footwear is black. Approximately 80% of my winter shoes are black. But even I must recognize that in the summer, a lighter touch is needed — particularly with light shades of yellow, blue and red (i.e., pink). I have conquered my phobia of … Read more
I am looking for a new pair of sandals this summer, and thought you might be, too. So let me share my discoveries with you. You can order Ancient Greek Sandals directly from the manufacturer and thereby avail yourself of a much greater choice in styles and colors than you would find at an … Read more
Summer arrived suddenly, and seemingly in a bad mood, at the end of last week. Such a relief! Washingtonians were able to stop complaining about rain and start complaining about heat. I spent Friday night putting away my winter clothes (which I was still wearing at the start of the month) and taking … Read more
For reasons I don’t entirely understand, I was issued a credit rather than a refund from MatchesFashion.COM several months ago and my repeated emails to customer service did not yield a proper refund. Because I love MatchesFashion.COM — a love that may not be reciprocated — I let the issue go and have been … Read more
I’ve been craving a shirtdress recently. I haven’t owned one in years, but they’re back in and I want part of the action. Dress: Brooks Brothers Denim Pullover Dress; Belt: JCrew; Shoes: Dr. Martens Siano Oxford; Bag: Orla Kiely