Speaking of camel coats (from my somewhat recent “Fall Staples” shopping post), I just purchased my first one ever! I went all out, too, with a luxurious, polyester blend from…. Forever 21. I know, I know. Camel coats are timeless, classic, worth an investment, and all that, but for me, I honestly wasn’t sure how often
SMP Travel Diaries
I’ve learned over the past few weeks that October = vacation time in the city. It’s the sweet spot when the busy launching pad of August and September flurry of activity has subsided and the hectic holiday season has not yet begun. Business is hopefully moving along smoothly and we can all step back for
The Turtleneck
It’s no secret that turtlenecks are kind of a big deal right now (and for good reason – they’re so cute and comfy!!). It has been rainy and chillllly here, lately – perfect turtleneck weather – and I have found Theee Turtleneck I want to live in all fall and winter… Wearing: Turtleneck: Gap. Coat:
Paris Fashion Week: Spring 2015 Beauty Trends
It is time to hop over the BIG pond and head to Paris Fashion Week for Spring 2015 looks! Who’s ready?! I AM!! I’m piggybacking on Tricia’s NYFW beauty post. So. There was a lot of natural makeup with a little shimmer, futuristic, 60’s, 70’s, and of course, the oh-so-fab smokey eye. There has yet to
New York Fashion Week: Spring 2015 Beauty Trends
My recap of New York Fashion Week has left my mouth jaw-dropped with all the super gorge hair and makeup! Today, I’m going to be focusing on Makeup Makeup Makeup!!! I was amazed and inspired by what’s to come this spring in all things beauty!!! Here is what I scoped out for you to look
Hemingway Meets Scarlett
We shot this look on the very last day of summer…. What a gorgeous day to officially end such a beautiful time of year, huh? Our weather promptly changed to fall, right on cue, so now I’m enjoying being cozy on this rainy, cool morning, flanked with warm memories of an absolutely dazzling, Oregon summer.
London Fashion Week SS15: Temperley London
If I could, I would eat, sleep, and breathe Temperley London. I’m barely exaggerating. This spring 2015 collection marks the second fusion of Alice Temperley’s high-end, red carpet, Temperley London main line, with her less expensive, day-focused, Alice by Temperley collection. The day-glam fusion is magic – especially for all of us that scarce have
Back to Reality + the 90s: The Denim Skirt is Backkk
What a change from NYC lights, taxi cabs, catwalks, and gorgeous dinners every night! I’ll take it, though; it’s always good to be home, all nestled in with my li’l chicks, and ready for fall. So, not only did I go back home, I seemed to have gone all the way back to the 90s. The denim
New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2015 Style Guide
Wow. NYFW was absolutely amazing!!! I’ll have a much more personal post up tomorrow, but today, I am giving you the Spring/Summer 2015 comprehensive lowdown. I’ve broken everything down by top/bottom/shoe categories, as well as fabrics, textures, accessories, color combos, and even styling trends to try. When I say comprehensive, I very much mean that
Trending: It's All the Rave (Print)
So, electric “rave-inspired” prints are currently trending, and are expected to be a major trend this fall. But before we get into all that, I, personally, want to make something really clear about this trend business. I could honestly care less if what I’m wearing is “on trend,” or not; I’m too old, too busy