Before Lockdown, I used to get my nails done on a regular basis. I do powder fill acrylic; as someone who chews her nails and cuticles I find this type of nail keeps me from gnawing (makes my nails too thick to reach my cuticles and covers the nail), it lasts without chipping (up to… Continue Reading Move Over Viva Magenta, I’m Crushing on Fuchsia
Where I live in the U.S. it can be 60 degrees and rainy one day in December, the next day it can be below freezing with snow, and the day after it can be sunny and in the mid-50s. I’ve learned that winter layering is a must. It not only means you can shed layers… Continue Reading Winter Layering with Talbots
‘Tis the season for fire pits, football games, s’mores, hiking to view fall foliage, and other outdoor group activities. Not too cold to spend quality time outside with friends and family, but cold enough that you need to figure out the right layers that keep you cozy but able to move and enjoy the moment.… Continue Reading Socializing Outside in Fall/Winter with Talbots
There is a new food and wine festival in DC, and this weekend it took place. Celebrity Chef Michael Mina created Georgetown Wine & Dine, a weekend of fabulous food and drink events that raised funds for World Central Kitchen. Hosted by the Four Seasons Hotel Georgetown and Company Fine Wine, the red carpet reception… Continue Reading Georgetown Wine & Dine Weekend Reception: What I Wore
I’ve reviewed Everlane Denim for a size 14, and have worn several Everlane pieces such as the Everlane cashmere crew and cashmere lantern sleeve sweater and the Japanese GoWeave Short Wrap Dress. I hadn’t tried any jackets or blazers from Everlane and asked if they would send me their Oversized Blazer to review. How is… Continue Reading Everlane Oversized Blazer Review
I have been a fan of Lands’ End outerwear for decades. I still own a Lands’ End Squall Parka that I purchased in my 20’s and have reviewed Lands’ End outerwear in the past but haven’t bought a coat from them in a bit. Lands’ End invited me to check out their outerwear selection for… Continue Reading The Best Outerwear from Lands’ End for a DC Winter: My Picks
This job is a weird one, but through it, I have made some amazing friends and have experienced cool things I normally wouldn’t. Last Wednesday evening was an example of both – a great experience with a great friend and a great chance to share what I wore and why I wore this Rebecca Taylor… Continue Reading Why I Wore This Rebecca Taylor Cotton Dress for an Evening Event
I’ve been on two beach vacations, did some local sightseeing, and just have been living normal life in between. I realize I haven’t shared what I wore recently since the end of July so here is an abbreviated August recap: My best friend is a family law attorney and ten years ago she started her… Continue Reading What I Wore Recently
When researching the best fall fashion trends for grown women I saw sweater sets and knitwear in general were having a thing. I was psyched because in May I got this sweater and this skirt from M.M.LaFleur. On the first low-humidity and mild day where I had plans, I decided to style it. Below I… Continue Reading Styling an M.M.LaFleur Sweater Set and Figure Flattery