Dior and Lace on Beacon Hill

Outfit Details: Dior Coat (similar here), Sierra Sky Top and Skirt (I love this close substitute), Zara Heels, Doeskin Hat (try this one), Vintage Earrings   A walk through the streets of Beacon Hill in Boston is a serious walk through American history. Named after the signal beacon built in 1634 on the highest point … Continue Reading

Tailcoat and Blue Jeans

Outfit Details: Pikeur Dressage Shadbelly Coat (this version is close), Citizen of Humanity Jeans, Vince Camuto Boots (similar to these, also love this patent leather pair), Vintage Victorian Blouse (similar here), Butterfly Bolo Necklace (try this one), Vintage Gold Earrings (I love this pair) Today it was all about thinking outside the (jacket) box. When … Continue Reading

Gold and Plaid

Outfit Details: Banana Republic Coat (this version comes in a similar golden yellow color), Austrian Wool Blazer (try a sharp jacket such as this), Woolrich Shirt (similar here), Citizens of Humanity Velvet Pants, Zara Suede Booties (similar to these), One-of-a-Kind Handmade Leo Veri Clutch (contact leoveri@icloud.com for details), Sugar Maple Earrings (actual sugar maple leaves … Continue Reading

Pop Art

Outfit Details: Chic Dock Kim Top, J. Crew Pants (similar here, also like this pair), Ankle Strap Heels (these get a lot of use – nothing like a classic – last seen here), Valentina Italian Leather Purse (similar to this one, also love this suede version), Vintage Japanese Cloisonne Fish Necklace from Okinawa (try this … Continue Reading

Dress Over Pants

Outfit Details: Monteau Dress (similar style here), Citizens of Humanity Jeans, Birkenstock Arizona Sandals (last seen here), One-of-a-Kind Handmade clutch by Leo Veri (contact leoveri@icloud.com for details), Aeropostale Sunglasses, Vintage Cuff (here’s something close), Sterling Rings (try stacking these) The dress over pants trend is a bold way to wear some of your favorite pieces. … Continue Reading

Lace at the Lake

Outfit Details: Chic Dock Nadia Top, White Skinny Jeans, Candies Chunky Heel, Banana Republic Envelope Clutch (last seen here), Zara Headband (similar to this one), Vintage Earrings The combination of black and white will always be a classic. Sometimes I am a purist and keep the colors to themselves for graphic effect. But when I … Continue Reading

Castle in the Clouds

Outfit Details: Vintage Off the Shoulder Top from The House of Findings, Banana Republic Skirt (here’s a similar option, also like this one), Zara Velvet Heels (similar here), La Moda Sunglasses (last seen here) Castle in the Clouds is a mountaintop estate built in the early 1900s by millionaire shoe manufacturer Thomas Plant. Designed by … Continue Reading

Game On

Outfit Details: Chic Dock Olivia Poncho, Loft Jacket (similar here, also like this embellished one), Indigo Rein Jeans (love this pair), Banana Republic Long Sleeve Tee, Forever 21 Booties, Urban Outfitters Baseball Hat, Banana Republic Envelope Clutch (similar style here) Challenge of the day: pull together contrasting styles into a cohesive look. This delicate ruffly … Continue Reading

Highland Games

Outfit Details: Vintage Tartan Skirt (gorgeous version here, also try this more affordable option), Splendid Scoop Tee, Converse Sneakers, La Moda Sunglasses (last seen here) Tartans are classic. New archeological evidence points to the Celts having weaved tartans for over 3000 years. Talk about fashion that has endured. Tartans have a place from the sophisticated … Continue Reading

Hello, Get That Crop Top Out

Outfit Details: Zara Trafaluc Emma Top (similar here, also like this one with a slightly different silhouette), Banana Republic Silk Pants (here’s a similar black version, also like this printed version), D&Y Panama Hat (similar style here), Guess Booties (try this block heel version), La Moda Sunglasses (here’s an alternative), Vintage Necklace Is anything in … Continue Reading