Did you plan to wear something so much this summer, and then didn't? I planned to wear my white khakis non-stop - but now that summer is almost over, I feel like they stayed in my closet too much! So here I am, squeezing in another wearing before the weather turns.....
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: Foot print
Think a printed shoe is too hard to wear, or not very versatile? Think again! Printed shoes (like this ocelot-print pump from Cole Haan) add star power to any outfit. And whether they're a member of the ensemble, a strong supporting player, or the absolute star, they shine. Check out the post for three different ways to wear this stellar shoe, featuring some of this season's hot colors - black, white and cobalt.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: Pattern, texture, color, shine - part 3
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.....
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