Creating that perfect silhouette happens in two ways: (1) the way in which your clothing is cut or tailored and (2) the correct belt and where it is worn. It is not enough to have the right belt, it must be worn in the right place. Belts are an under-appreciated accessory in my opinion. They [...]
March 22, 2012
Storied Collections: Andrea’s Not-So-Ordinary Coat
What is it about grandmothers? It’s as if they have a magical way of making the simplest things priceless. I’m so pleased to introduce you to Andrea and the story of her grandmother’s coat. I dare say a coat this meaningful is more extraordinary than ordinary. From Andrea: * * * * * * I’ve [...]
March 21, 2012
Shop The 100: #6 Bangles
You know how perfume should be placed at your pulse points for maximum alluring effect? I feel the same way about jewelry. Most especially bracelets – hanging ever so elegantly at the curve of your wrist while you use your hands to tell a story. And there’s something about a bangle – the solid, unyielding [...]
March 20, 2012
Red Denim: Put a little fire in your walk
Transitioning from winter to spring doesn’t have to be a big deal – especially with colored denim. I’m over at momtastic today working with a fantastic pair of red jeans and putting together an easy outfit for any day. Just be sure to add a little extra swing in your hips for these red jeans. [...]
March 16, 2012
Friday Collections
Image via In life you are taught it’s not things that matter – it’s people. It’s shallow to love things. Things don’t wipe your tears, they don’t tell you everything is going to be okay – they don’t love you back. But, the things with meaning, they do remind you of that – of the [...]
March 15, 2012
Storied Collections: Sarah’s Artic
Sometimes the most cherished and valuable items are the ones worn around the edges. The ones that comfort us, warm us and catch our tears in their fur and smile back at us through their stitching. I’m so honored to introduce you to Sarah – and her bear, Artic. You should get to know Sarah [...]
March 13, 2012
Spring Hairdos – Freshen Up Your Look
Enough talk about spring closets – your hair deserves some updating, too, right? And while we’re at it, enough with the basic ponytails and “chip clips”. I’m over at momtastic today talking about freshening up your spring hair styles. Come see!
March 12, 2012
Miami Madness – Get me to the beach!
It’s Spring Break week here and I’ve been thinking about an upcoming trip to Miami in early May. I’ve never been to Miami, but I have a Life List item to dance is a small dress and tall heels in South Beach. I’m hoping I get my chance. Until then there is daydreaming about conference-going [...]
March 9, 2012
Friday Collections
Image by Renault Futterer Last weekend Leah went to her first Tae Kwon Do tournament. She had been looking forward to it for weeks and spent hours in class getting ready for it. Not knowing what to expect, she was a little nervous, but was comfortable in her skills and abilities – for months she [...]
March 8, 2012
Always:Never Interview – Maxwell Gillingham-Ryan
While attending Altitude Design Summit in Salt Lake City, I had the great pleasure to interview Maxwell Gillingham-Ryan, Co-Founder and CEO of Apartment Therapy. Launched in 2004, Apartment Therapy has grown to be the most popular and quite possibly most influential design site on the Internet. Each month 8.5 million visitors arrive at Apartment Therapy [...]















March 26, 2012
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