A few years ago, J.Crew's tall assortment put this year's to shame. It did not help that the collections from 2008 to 2013 were chock full with my favorite styles, fabrics, and colors: hacking jackets, tipped blazers, tweed sets, matchstick pants in 36 inch inseams...herringbone, madras, seersucker, corduroy...acid brights, pastels, jewel tones. I stand by [...]
last week... I actually had to stop and think in regards to shopping in the past week. I completely resisted! I think it is especially impressive as I spent the weekend in Manhattan and even a stroll through SoHo did not derail me. I feel like that deserves a medal.
last week... This week, a round up of articles regarding sustainability in style: “Your Ultimate Guide to Buying Ethical and Sustainable Fashion” by Sierra Bergman via The Independent, February 7, 2019, accessed online February 23, 2019 “Rank & Style Announces 1M Monthly Users and Sustainable Online Retail Efforts for 2019” via Business Wire, February 12, 2019, [...]
I love the look of this shirt. While I hate that it is one hundred percent viscous rayon (sign me up for one hundred percent cotton only), and therefore not the menswear shirting material that it appears to be, I am a little less enthused about the shirt. Nevertheless, it is available in tall and [...]
"Last month when we visited my parents, my mother insisted that we make our meatloaf dish. As the meatloaf is Joe’s recipe, it was my job to make the side dishes to compliment the meal. Along with my father's favorite side dish, roasted cauliflower, I made twice baked potatoes. My father, always the sceptic, poked his [...]
for part I... Last week, I wrote about a bright pink suit reminiscent of season three Samantha Jones power dressing. I would love to break out that acid hibiscus shade, especially as the fiber content is a non-synthetic blend. Lately, I have been much more cognizant of polyester crepe masquerading as upscale wool crepe. Brands [...]
All too often I forget that standard length clothing brands can work on a taller frame. I do not pay attention to brands that cater to different lengths enough. This year I set out on being more open minded when it comes to trying new brands and new styles. I decided to try Duffield Lane. The [...]
I skipped all online shopping this week. I did brick and mortar shopping over the weekend. My husband and I ran out of our go-to lavender body wash. In lieu of ordering a replacement reinforcement bottle, he picked up some questionable Old Spice Nomad body wash. For the past week I have smelled like a [...]
last week... For the past six months, I been a subscriber to the Glossy podcasts. Each of these podcasts last thirty minutes and has a heavy hitter guest from the retail, brand, or tech sectors. Usually some sort of combination of the above. Per the website: The Glossy Podcast is a half-hour, no-holds-barred conversation about [...]
Don't you just love a pant suit? There is no other better way to express you mean business than a monochrome head-to-toe lewk. Black, navy, and gray suits are tired. I said it. I meant it. I am not taking it back. While I could get down with a pinstripe or a glen plaid on a [...]
"Cravings are hell. Even the most dedicated clean eater experiences cravings for something that strays from their plan. The desire to enjoy an entire pint of ice cream in a single sitting, a big slice of pizza from the local delivery place, or a loaded bacon cheeseburger is inherent in everyone. The biggest pitfall for the two of us is [...]
last read... Over the past two weeks, I read Down the Rabbit Hole: Curious Adventures and Cautionary Tales of a Former Playboy Bunny by Holly Madison while on the elliptical. Thinspiration, amirite? Y'all, that was actually a sarcastic remark. Throughout the book, Holly discusses the body dysmorphia she experienced. As someone who thought she was [...]
