Easter Dressing

Easter Sunday is my MOST FAVORITE day of the year!!The reason: 'He is Risen!" is the most important.  To celebrate the sacrifice so that we can be free is the greatest blessing! Can I get an Amen?!!!!So, let's chat about the other reasons this day is my all time favorite.  It comes down to tradition.  For me, the memories of Easter are my most cherished so I cling to them...

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Carolina

Carolina Girls are the Best in the World!I'm a North Carolinian born and raised.  I've never lived in another state (except for when Mr studied medicine in DC our first 3 years of marriage - I considered that my second home since I only flew up for weekend visits).  I love my state. So much that I've spent years advocating for various public policies, aided campaigns and served...

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On Track

This week I've been all about getting back 'on track'.  Mr and I traveled to Charlotte last week/weekend (my home with the exception of undergrad and fingers crossed our soon to be home!!) to see our family & friends before he's gone for the next several months with very tiny breaks - duty calls! I have a horrible habit of not unpacking for several days - confession: sometimes...

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Pastel Purses

Spring is my most favorite season for several reasons: Easter (best holiday ever 'He is Risen'!!), my birthday, blooming flowers, warm sunshine and the return of wearing white & pastels!Pastels are feminine, light and just so pretty. But don't limit pastels to just your garments. Incorporate these lovely shades in a handbag.  These leather bags pair beautifully with neutrals (white,...

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Stylish Girls-Annina

Besides having mastered an enviable middle part, Annina Mislin, a fashion editor at C Magazine, has mastered a clean and monochromatic style as well. I really like her no fuss, clean lines and colours look.&nb...

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Culottes

Culottes are Back!!I called my Mamma while shopping to inform her that I was about to buy my first pair of culottes.  Her reaction: 'don't do it!' See, my Mamma wore culottes a lot when I was younger and is appalled at the turnover of trends.  I'm starting to understand as I see the 80's & 90's fashion return, bringing back the memories of 'not-so-cool' styles.  Is this...

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CO-ORD

Look twice as nice in a two piece or 'Co-Ord'! Coordinate sets are a top and bottom designed in the same fabric and print.  Matchy-matchy sets make choosing an outfit stress-free, while the ability to mix and match the separates creates opportunity for a variety of outfits.   Embrace DIY dressing and put your own spin on co-ordinating by mixing the pieces with tops and bottoms...

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Say it with feathers

BALENCIAGA coatACNE beltDKNY dressGIANVITO ROSSI shoesFENDI sunglassesWe continue with some street style from fashion week, the story of fluffy textures also gets a sequel but in feathers! How wonderful is this dress? New season, at its best layered. Trust me to daytime tame any cocktail dress, my coat wardrobe takes care of that in no time. Sexy heels though fight for the party look, it’s...

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Season shift

CHARLOTTE SIMONE stoleJEAN PAUL GAULTIER jacketKARL LAGERFELD shortsNICHOLAS KIRKWOOD shoesPRADA sunglassesPhysically in London but mentally still so in Paris. These beautiful streets were kind to me this time, great people, inspiring attitudes and over all good vibes. Can I stay for a month or two? Must not forget it’s always just a 2 hour train ride away. I took a serious winter meets...

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Fluff for fashion week

BALENCIAGA coatWEEKDAY knitADOLFO DOMINGUEZ skirtNICHOLAS KIRKWOOD shoesBALENCIAGA bagCELINE sunglasses I have no problem with double texting and same goes for my dressing, you saw my coat in the pervious post, but it’s so good, you are going to see it again. I just have a lot of important things to say/show. Totally stealing the limelight and I don’t even mind, my fabulous Nicholas...

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