With spring just around the corner, I did a little scouting for you . . . to find a few cotton jackets and blouses while they are still in stock. And then I threw in a couple of scarves and a bag. Here’s what I found: Don’t stand back and try to take … Read more
It’s been a little while since I’ve shown dress-over-pants. Have you noticed that fashion editors have been aggressively promoting this look since pre-Fall 2015?
In part of its Continuing Education series on seasonal transitions, The Directrice presents more ideas about dressing for early spring.
Some Fridays, I need something softer and less demanding than a smart jacket. On those days, a forgiving sweater and a couple of floaty blouses are just the ticket. Come closer and see the details! Have a fantastic weekend!
I complain every spring and fall about the difficulties of transitioning to a new season when the weather isn’t quite there yet. Jacket: Anthropologie; Sweater: JCrew; Blouse: Elie Tahari; Pants: JCrew: Boots: 8; Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Satchel
Is it strange to plan an outfit around a relatively small piece of jewelry? Did you realize that Harrison Ford is the star of both Blade Runner and Witness? Brooch: Mirjam Heller from Galerie Noel Guyomarc’h; Top: DSquared2 from YOOX (Warning: DSquared2 runs very small; I am wearing size L); Pants: JCrew Campbell pants; … Read more
We’ve discussed the virtues of dresses before. The ease of wearing a dress (efficiency, comfort) has caused me to allocate a substantial percentage of my wardrobe budget to dresses. I write that as though I actually have a clothing budget that is diligently planned and then executed. Non, non. It is more accurate … Read more
I love end-of-the-season sales. Have you ever noticed how things you’ve never seen before suddenly appear in the end-of-season sales? Or we could compare, side-by-side. Who Wore It Better? Sweater: Nanette Lepore; Charcoal shell: Brooks Brothers; Charcoal pants: Eileen Fisher; Grey shell: JCrew; Grey Pants: JCrew Campbell cropped pants; Shoes: French Sole New … Read more
When I decide on a goal, I can pursue it very single-mindedly . . . well past the edge of reason and good sense. Remember Operation YeLLoWbAG? As you can see above, all of the lacing is done on the model. I, however, just wanted to use the lacing to cinch the blouse above … Read more
During the cold weather months, I wear lots of dark, neutral colors. One of the great things about neutral colors — and they have many virtues — is that neutrals can be combined very easily. A few combined make a sophisticated (though understated) palette. Sweater: Tory Burch; Blouse: JCrew; Pants: JCrew; Shoes: French Sole … Read more