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The great thing about having a mom who reads your blog (besides the fact that supportive moms are the best EVER), is that they kind of already know what you want for Christmas. Selfish Wish List posts are like public letters to Santa! I posted this query for flat boots and reader Tamu really came through with suggestions. I got these comfy Calvin Klein boots for Christmas! After expressing my obsession with non-ugly camera bags,...

Inspiration: White Hot

I don’t know if it’s the (mostly) warmer weather or my sudden, overwhelming need to wipe the proverbial slate clean, but clean, crisp whites accented with soft neutrals have been on my radar. Images: FashionZen, Dirty Hems, Taylor Made, High Style in the Hudson Valley, B. Jones Style, StreetFsn, One Dress a Week Apparently, I’m not the only one feeling this way – plenty of  fellow fashion-lovers have embraced creamy shades this Spring. It’s also...

Jalouse-y

Last weekend, I took some time to catch up on my required reading–magazines, of course–and came across an editorial of pitch-perfect ’70s secretary looks in the February issue of Jalouse: I don’t know how they knew (darn Frenchies!), but this is exactly how I want to dress right now. Ladylike blouses, belted blazers, and cropped trousers are at the top of my Spring wish list. For now, I’m making do with what I already have:...

Dear Santa

I figured I’d better let everyone know what I want, just in case y’all have extra money lying around. Because, you know, so many people do these days. 1. Alexis Bittar arrow earrings I love the tough-glam vibe these give off. 2. Crush It by Gary Vaynerchuk and Art Direction & Editorial Design by Abrams Studio Motivate and create, baby! 3. Subscription to Lynda.com There’s so much out there to learn, and I’ve found the...

Shopping // Gettin’ Lucky Kat

I’ve reached a point in my life where I just want to be comfortable. The idea of floating through life wearing pajamas and bedding–as in actual blankets and such–is extremely appealing. Meanwhile, I’m also (supposedly) an adult. Taking meetings while wrapped in a comforter is not exactly professional. Enter casual wear from the likes of Lucky Kat, a locally-based online retailer started by my friend Katie and her mother. They specialize in reasonably priced boho-chic...