Want to spice up your look, but you don't feel like adding pattern or color? Then you have two choices - add texture or shine! Texture adds depth in a subtle yet sophisticated way. And shine is an easy way to grab the spotlight - figuratively and literally. Check out the looks we updated at our recent Banana Republic event.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: Pattern, texture, color, shine - part 2
Are you looking to add some pizazz to your look, but aren't sure how? It's simple - be colorful! COLOR is the easiest way to make a statement without saying a word. You can choose one bold color as the star of your outfit, or you can experiment with combining colors for a more playful approach. Check out the look we "COLORized" at our recent Banana Republic event.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: Pattern, texture, color, shine - part 1
You get dressed in the morning and check yourself out in the mirror. You look good, but what's missing? Your outfit needs something….. And that something is PATTERN, TEXTURE, COLOR, and SHINE. These four things take looks from just fine to super fab on a daily basis. Check out how we used PATTERN to turn up the volume at our recent Banana Republic event.
Read MoreTHE LOOK: Shopping and styling
We had a blast at the two Banana Republic shopping and styling events this weekend! We shared styling tips on how to take looks from good to great, and then had some one-on-one time with clients to select their perfect fall outfits.
Read MoreTHE LOOK: Summer resolution - Short sleeves
Do you have clothes that you have the full intention of wearing over the summer - but then summer starts drawing to a close, and you realize you haven't? I do, so I'm making it my late summer resolution to wear (at least once) all the things I planned to wear but didn't.
Check out the post to see my short sleeve floral shirt that I bought in March, and just haven't gotten around to wearing.....
Read MoreTHE LOOK: Burgundy and mustard?
After yesterday's "Burgundy, bordeaux, wine....." post, I was asked how to pair burgundy and color. So here are a couple of outfits - one for him and one for her - showing burgundy and mustard, in all their glory.....
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: Burgundy, bordeaux, wine.....
No, we're not talking about what to drink with your steak - we're talking about an "it" color for the fall season. Whether you call it burgundy, bordeaux, wine, or just plain maroon, it signals impending autumn in an elegant and luxurious way. Check out the post for incredibly wearable burgundy options, and choose whether you want to splurge or save.....
Read MoreTHE INTERSECTION: Seeing quadruple
No, you're not seeing double, triple, or quadruple. You're seeing what happens when multiple brands interpret a trend in almost the exact same way - in this case, the neutral colorblock bootie.....Grab any of these colorblock ankle boots and pair them with other neutrals for a graphic and bold statement.....
Read MoreTHE LOOK: I do
I'm getting married in the morning. Yes, it's true - my partner and I, after 8 years of domestic partnership, are getting legally hitched tomorrow. So there will be a lull in posts for several days - but here's what we're wearing.....
Read MoreTHE LOOK: Blue crush
If I haven't said it before, I love blue. With so many shades and it's ability to look good on everyone, it can be anyone's "go-to" color. And it's so easy to base an entire outfit in blue, why wouldn't you wear it everyday? Ok, so maybe not every single day.....
Read MoreTHE LOOK: Shorts and a sweater
Summer weather can be changeable, especially in the SF Bay Area. Fog gives way to sun, giving way to fog again later. So what to wear to an afternoon party? Shorts and a sweater are my go-to!.....
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: Block party
Even though the colorblock trend in apparel has come and gone, it's still going strong in handbags. Colorblock bags are a great way to add some graphic contrast to any outfit - not as busy as a print, but not as boring as a solid.....
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