The Directrice Re-Presents: Madcap Dress
For those who neither remember nor care to look back, I am providing multiple perspectives:
Dressing
Casual Friday: Something Pressing Down
We’re out on location and I have dragged The Photographer to one of my favorite intersections in Washington, D.C. Perhaps you are saying, FaVOriTE iNtERseCTiOns? WhAt? WhY?
The Directrice Re-Presents: Best Suit
You’ve seen my closets. They aren’t that big. Here, I must express gratitude for having more than one closet. I don’t have as much space as some, but I have more space than others. I am not complaining. But you can see where I am heading. No, I didn’t! You know me better … 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
The Dress That Started It All
Perhaps some of you have, at one time or another, taken a step back from your surroundings and asked, “How did I come to be here?” Admittedly, one is most likely to ask this question when something significant has gone completely sideways, but self-reflection should not be undertaken exclusively during dark moments! This … 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
Falling into September
As part of our continuing discussion of transitioning between seasons — which could easily turn into a lifelong conversation — I suggest that we take a page from the French, and wear white denim deeper into the year. At least into September.
Labor Day: A Day of Rest
In honor of Labor Day, I am wearing something that can’t be worn to work. Although this is not a full body shot, it captures the essence of The National Cathedral. I was at my office when the earthquake occurred. My first thought was that a really big person had fallen … Read more
Casual Friday: Naive Floral
September! The gateway to my favorite time of year: Autumn. September in Washington D.C. is a tricky time of year. It is often still summer-hot, but there is something a little odd about wearing really summery clothes. And so we have the challenge of dressing for a temperature, time, and mood that aren’t … Read more