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How I’m (Still) Styling My Denim Vest for Fall/Winter

Wearing a denim vest in the depths of winter is quite unexpected and exactly the kind of styling moment that separates the effortlessly chic from the merely practical. This time of year, wardrobes tend to skew toward the predictable so the denim vest offers a fresh take. This season, I’ve managed to take it from…
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My Top 3 Hacks for Layering Cozy Knits

The temperature in New York is doing that dreaded thing it does and dipping low. Which means it’s time to reach into the depths of my closet for my chunkiest sweaters. If there’s one thing Chicago winters have taught me growing up, it’s the mastering of knit layering as a seasonal survival skill. But unlike…
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Style Edit | Recreate this Look from my Closet

Lately, the more I go through my closet, the more I realize I’m craving pieces that balance classic structure with an easy, everyday kind of elegance. I recently blogged about the Khy Faux Leather Collared Coat in Five Must-Have Leather Trench Coats that Look Expensive for Every Budget. It’s sleek silhouette instantly elevates any outfit.…
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Five Must-Have Leather Trench Coats that Look Expensive for Every Budget

A great coat can evoke a sense of confidence like no other garment in your closet. It frames you, defines your shape, and instantly says something about your style before you even do. This fall, leather is leading the conversation again in the form of the long leather coat, but in a fresh, refined way.…
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Pastels for Fall? Here’s How to Make the Soft Shades Work for You this Season

We’ve been taught that autumn equals cocoa, rust, and camel. But the proof is on the runway. Fall 2025’s runways staged a polite coup: pastel shades like frosted lilac, milk-pink, and delicate butter-yellow showed up across major houses, reshaping what “seasonal dressing” can feel like. Rather than screaming springtime, designers used soft color as a…
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The Great Fall Road Trip Fail… and 30-Minute Dash to Rebuild an Entire Weekend Wardrobe

This fall has been a whirlwind of deadlines, family routines, and bustling calendars so it became clear soon into the season that my family needed a weekend escape. Earlier this month, we bravely packed up our two little ones, loaded the car to the brim, and hit the road for a quick northeastern getaway. Maybe…
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Tailored Suede Jackets for Every Budget This Fall

There is no denying it, suede has staged its full return for Fall 2025, yet this time it is sleeker, sharper, and more tailored than the slouchy bohemian jackets of the past. Designers leaned into structure this season, showing us how supple textures can be cut with precision. On the runways, Bottega Veneta in its Spring/Summer 2025 show gave moments…
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Style Edit | Recreate this Vintage YSL Suede Jacket Look

Suede is a beautifully warm, textured material that is a staple of my early fall wardrobe each year. And this year we see a love affair with suede playing out on the runways. The best thing about suede is that, when featured in accessories or outerwear, it can add dimension and complexity to a look,…
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What to Wear When September Feels Like July

It’s early September, the calendar insists fall has nearly arrived, but the weather? Not so much. Rather than crisp air and golden leaves, the end-of-summer into fall transition has offered prolonged bouts of heavy, humid heat, punctuated only occasionally by the fleeting mercy of cooler days. It’s that in-between space where dressing becomes a daily…
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Elevated Denim Statement Jackets to Invest in this Fall

During a recent vintage haul, I stumbled upon a retro cropped Levi’s deconstructed denim jacket (pictured above) and fell so hard for it, I ended up taking it home in two different washes. Denim jackets are hardly groundbreaking but the latest crop is anything but expected. I love that designers right now are reimagining the…
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5 Everyday Summer Dresses That Are Anything But Basic

There’s an art to everyday dressing in the summer heat. For me the best styles have to be easy to wear (no bells and whistles), breathable, and move with me throughout the day into evening. This summer, I refined my rotation of dress silhouettes that transcend trend or cliché. Each one is an exercise in…
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How to Style a Drop-Waist Dress When You’re Under 5’7”

(Okay, fine, under 5’3”) Among the silhouettes dominating the spring/summer and fall/winter 2025 runways, the drop-waist dress emerged as a standout. It’s fluid, flirtatious, and carries with it the whisper of a bygone era, that is, part flapper, part modern romantic. But the elongated torso and low-slung seam can be overwhelming with proportions that aren’t…
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How to Wear Denim Bermuda Shorts with Vogue-Worthy Polish

In the cyclical rhythm of fashion, every season delivers its own quiet rebellion. This summer, it’s the return of the denim Bermuda short now reimagined as a sartorial power move on and off the runway. Once maligned, now magnified, the modern Bermuda isn’t about nostalgia, it’s about nuance. It’s the ultimate juxtaposition, slouchy but structured,…
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Styling the Striped Poplin Set (Without Looking Like You Just Rolled Out of Bed)

There’s a renaissance underway: striped poplin is evolving to a polished wardrobe essential and with the right styling, this look featured in coordinated co‑ords channels a high-impact editorial energy that feels more sunlit terraces in Saint‑Tropez, than snooze-button mornings. Here’s how I recently styled this look for a relaxed weekend meetup with a friend and…
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Mesh Flats for Every Day of the Work Week

As the mercury rises in New York City, so does the demand for breathable, comfortable footwear and the mesh flats making their way down the city sidewalks this summer do not disappoint. It’s a style that’s gaining traction with no signs of slowing down. Mesh flats offer the elegance of ballet flats with the added benefit of…
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