Classic With An Edge

Dries Van Noten Blazer (also seen here), Whistles sweater, Hermes Belt, Oak and Fort wool trousers (similar here), Rebecca Minkoff Loafers, Chanel sunglasses, Balenciaga handbag (similar for less here).

  Years ago, a sale's person once described my style as classic with an edge. At that time, I wore a lot of jeans and sweaters paired with very funky shoes. Over the years my look has evolved into a more sophisticated version of that while remaining true to its original description. Even this outfit, which is comprised of a cropped navy wool pant and sweater, topped with a timeless yet edgy Dries Van Noten blazer and these silver loafers, is in fact a version of edgy classic.

   I tend to shy away from a cropped pant because of the fear of shaving inches off my already short stature. Yet, maintaining a monochromatic color scheme, helps to negate that outcome. Hence the navy sweater, pant and belt. 

  I guess that certain traits remain constant, and that goes for style as well. 

Mixed Messages

Alice and Olivia Beaded Top, Rebecca Minkoff Skirt, Chloe Handbag, Christian Louboutin Heels, Oliver Peoples Sunglasses, Bracelet and Earrings by Elizabeth and James, MAC Ruby Woo Lipliner and Lipstick.

Often times, when you think outside the box, and your creative juices flow, the end result can be either outrageous or wonderful. At first, I thought this combo, (beaded top by Alice and Olivia and lace skirt by Rebecca Minkoff),  was outrageous, then, as I made my way around a party, I heard from others, that it was wonderful….who knew??!!

The primary colors of red, blue and yellow always play well together; this is what led me to combine them despite the fact that they are showcased in such completely different ways, lace juxtaposed with beads.

It was exactly that kind of thinking that led Alice and Olivia designer, Stacey Bendet (a U of Penn alum), to create the uber successful design house that it is today. Rebecca Minkoff, also young and enormously successful, must have done her share of out of the box thinking, as she is one of the top contemporary designers of her generation. Add to this mix the young, talented and beautiful Olsen twins, Mary Kate and Ashley, whose “Elizabeth and James” line has skyrocketed over the last few years. They launched a jewelry line under the E and J umbrella. These earrings and bracelet are both moderately priced and fabulous.

I am in awe of all of these young women, as they inspire me to continue to work at and grow my little blog. Their message is not mixed, but clear—work hard at something you love, and eventually you will succeed!