Did you know that History in High Heels all started with a headband? It was one of my first semesters in grad school and I wore what I thought was an innocuous pink headband to… [read more]
Palm Beach Guide
Three years ago, Emily and I headed to Palm Beach for a little winter getaway. Little did we know, it would become our favorite December tradition. Since both Emily and I are from Florida, and… [read more]
Updated Cartagena Guide
It should not come as a shock that Cartagena is my favorite city in Colombia. It is a charming and colorful city that is a photographer’s dream! I can’t help but snap hundreds of pics… [read more]
The Best of Bogotá
Cartagena will always be my favorite city in Colombia, but I was shocked by just how much I enjoyed my time in Bogotá. The capital city of Colombia is an enchanting blend of cool, modern… [read more]
Not Your Mother’s Colombia
From the rooftop infinity pool of my very chic and modern hotel, I would have never guessed, as I admired the modern and massive city below, that for two decades Medellin was the most dangerous… [read more]
Trust Me, You Need a Leopard Skirt in Your Life
After each season, I like to reflect on my purchases. What items did I wear the most? Which were the most versatile? Which did I regret purchasing or did not wear as much as I… [read more]
My Dissertation
People always ask, “What’s your dissertation about?” It is a seemingly simple question. The problem is that dissertations are never simple and they are often incredibly esoteric. Figuring out how to make it interesting and… [read more]