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Summer Fashion Faux Pas
If you’ve been around for a while or read any of my previous posts, you know I am particular about a few things – like bras and pantyhose. With the warm weather coming (and going and then coming again), I thought it would be helpful to talk about some of the challenges that summer style brings. Mind Your Fabrics Many fabrics are seasonless – meaning you can wear them year-round. Then there are fabrics that are either for cool seasons or warm seasons. Cool seasons: wool/wool blends, cashmere, leather, suede, fleece. Warm seasons: linen, cotton, silk/satin. Living in a place where the weather is cool (cold) more than warm, I…
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Handbag Trends: Spring 2021
This topic really needs a post of its own – there is a lot to cover. Handbags really ran the gamut this season. From teeny tiny to oversize and everything in between. 1. Tiny Bags I am sure we have all seen that photo of Lizzo carrying a teensy purse on the AMA red carpet. It looked like a piece of candy, no? They look cute but are they functional in any way?? Unless you have an assistant following you around carrying your stuff (as I am sure Lizzo does), these are just for show. But that has not stopped me from having 1 or 2, and legit I cannot…
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Fashion Trends: Spring 2021
Fashion Friends, hello! Spring is HERE This is my round up of fashion trends for the season. Snap these up before it is too late (or call me if you need help). 1. Trench Coats… with a twist The trench coat is an eternal classic, becoming highly popular after (and arguably originating from military uniforms of) WWI. This season, this classic style has taken on fun and fashionable twists, from bold shoulders/sleeves to oversize lapels, cape styles and slits. But you can never go wrong with an original. On the Runway Where to Buy (click photo to follow link): Club Monaco Everlane 2. Oversized button-down shirts Who loves a crisp white…