Drape Yourself in Velvet Immediately

George had it right when he said, “I would drape myself in velvet if it were socially acceptable!” Now that the holidays are right around the corner and it IS socially acceptable to drape yourself in velvet, I am buying up all of it. In my teens, I acquired a few velvet pieces that have stood … Read more

Discover Talbots

Over the past two years Talbots has been evolving towards a more fashion forward sensibility. I must say that I am impressed after frequenting their stores and website over the past few months.  Here are a few recommendations from their current lineup: This is the perfect holiday top when worn with black pantsor the perfect date night top … Read more

Cinematic Wall Dressing – Movie Art

After attending the Savannah Film Festival I was motivated to add a little movie memorabilia to the bare walls of my apartment. In my search, I ran across Claudia Varosio’s shop on etsy.com. Claudia creates prints that are inspired by her favorite movies and her tastes just happen to be identical to mine. I have … Read more

Mad About Mad Men

Mad Men has filled the void that the ending of Sex and the City and Sopranos created in my life. It mixes amazing fashion with stellar writing and acting. What else could a girl ask for? I am so mad about Mad Men that I had one of Joan Harris’s (nee Halloway) dresses custom made … Read more

Leopard is Life

Every time I see a leopard piece walk down the runway I have a mental “YAY!” moment.  Deep down I fear the day my go-to designers shelve leopard print, leaving magazines to “don’t” my leopard shoe collection. Praise be to leopard fashion gods Dolce and Gabana for allaying that fear for the season by mixing … Read more

How to Buy Pants for a Curvy Body

The gap between my back and typical pant waists has been a lifelong
struggle and a sartorial money pit as well!