Trompe-l’œil is a French term and an artistic technique that means, to trick or deceive the eye. It uses hyper-realistic shadows and contouring along with perspective to create an optical illusion. Typically it is used… [Continue Reading]
The Great (es)Cape
This. Cape. I am in love. I actually purchased it on a bit of a whim the day before I left for Spain. I saw it online but was quickly disappointed when I realized it… [Continue Reading]
Reporting For Duty
I have always loved well-placed military details. Whether on jackets, shoes, or hats, military details have long influenced fashion and mainstream dressing. I am not sure if it is the strength and power associated with… [Continue Reading]
Best Leopard Coats
I have been searching for a great, but still affordable, leopard coat for ages. While leopard is indeed a neutral, not all leopard coats are created equal. Done right, a leopard coat is chic, timeless,… [Continue Reading]
How to Wear a Beret
Have you noticed that I am really into berets? They are one of my all-time favorite accessory. But I am surprised by how many of my friends think they can’t wear a beret because it… [Continue Reading]
Plaid Mixing
I almost didn’t shoot this skirt for the blog. Yes, I love it. And I have worn it non stop since purchasing it back in September. But I wasn’t quick enough when it came to… [Continue Reading]
How to Layer Dresses in the Fall
When you think of fall layers, you probably don’t think of dresses. Layering dresses, however, is a great way to transition some of your favorite pieces into fall. The pussy bow blouse is basically my… [Continue Reading]
Berry Burgundy
Berry, or burgundy, is one of my favorite jewel-toned hues for fall. It is versatile — it easily pairs with black, grey, white, and navy — and is pretty much universally flattering on all completions…. [Continue Reading]
Best Accessories for Fall
I am not much of an accessories kind of girl. I typically only do hats and sunglasses. I rarely wear jewelry, belts, scarves, or pins. It is not that I don’t like accessories, I am… [Continue Reading]
