Mod Madness
May 20, 2013I’ve caught ‘60s fever thanks to Marc Jacobs. I’m still dreaming about his Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2013 collection. His clever interpretation of mod fashions with a modern twist inspired me to create this retro getup, and dedicate my Editor’s Choice feature in the June 2013 StyleLine issue to swinging ‘60s styles with an au courant [...] Continue reading →
May 2, 2013If you’re a fan of Lida Baday, be sure to stop by Nordstrom at the Somerset Collection. In addition to the lovely spring line, a special trunk show of pieces from the fall collection are on display, but only until Friday! Continue reading →
March 29, 2013By Kara Laramie Once we shed our winter clothes and delight in the warmth of the sun on our skin, accessorizing somehow looses its luster. As fabrics lighten up, hemlines shorten and colors brighten, it’s essential to understand the importance accessories still play in overall outfitting and looking our best. This spring, enamel jewelry is [...] Continue reading →
February 27, 2013By Madison Denomme While Winter Storm Nemo was ravaging New York City in February, the bloggers, designers, models and editors braved the weather in all types of footwear from furry boots to stilettos, and fashion week went on (mostly) undisrupted. The designers naturally infused their fall collections with their own personal twists, however, as they [...] Continue reading →
February 25, 2013A-list celebrities graced the red carpet in flashy sequins, intricate embellishments and playful hues but I couldn’t keep my eyes off actress and fashion model Charlize Theron, who rocked a stark white custom Dior haute couture dress. The notched bodice, structured peplum detail, clean lines and artfully draped train made the dress refreshingly simple yet [...] Continue reading →
February 21, 2013Statement pieces with sheer detailing were showcased in many of the Fall 2013 Ready-to-Wear collections. From lightweight layers of organza and chiffon to flesh-revealing panels, this take on the transparent trend is slightly risqué with a refined twist. Do you dare to bare in sheer? Continue reading →
February 20, 2013I call this look “Dressing for the Tundra … in Michigan, that is. All items purchased locally, of course. Hat: Paris in Royal Oak; Turtleneck: JCrew in Troy; Dress: SHE in Bloomfield Hills; Clutch: Nordstrom in Troy; iPhone Case: Apple Store in Troy Continue reading →
February 19, 2013Naeem Khan makes me wish I had a glamorous event to attend every night of the week. Thankfully, for those of us whose black-tie invites are less frequent, the talented designer also creates lovely day dresses and dressier separates that can be dressed down for day. His Fall 2013 collection stays true to the extraordinary [...] Continue reading →
February 13, 2013Oscar de la Renta KILLED it at New York Fashion Week yesterday. Is it the John Galliano influence? I don’t care where the inspiration came from as long as it keeps coming. Continue reading →
December 1, 2012I don’t do Black Friday. And I almost never stand in line to get at clothing (outside of the register line, of course). However, today I found myself third in line at Target, waiting for the doors to open so I could get my hands on a few choice items from the Target + Neiman [...] Continue reading →