
Make A Statement With Your Coat
I swear we have been discussing the statement coat for years now, but I promise this season it’s a little different. OK, it’s a little more over the top. If it’s loud – wear it! Black with some fur details simply won’t do. Think about adding a coat to your collection that reflects your inner wild child.

Forget Jeans! The Pants We Love This Season Are…
You knew I was going to say velvet right? Velvet pants and jeans are going to be my jam this fall and winter. One, they feel luxurious. Two, they add texture and dimension to any outfit. Three, they go with everything you already have in your closet. Four, it’s easy to find velvet pants and jeans for under $100, actually even under $50. Just be sure they look rich and not cheap. I’ve already expressed my love for velvet jackets and velvet shoes. So why not go all in with your bottom half?
Dynamic Duo: Diane von Furstenberg and Ken Downing Take Chicago!
Diane von Furstenberg visited Neiman Marcus Michigan Avenue for a rare appearance and runway presentation and (double bonus) Ken Downing curated the show! I had the opportunity to go backstage prior to the presentation and chat with Ken as he meticulously styled the models in Diane von Furstenberg’s fall collection with fun sunglasses, blingy jewelry …

Fashion Through The Ages: Add 30s Style To Your Look Today
I have been noticing and admiring many of the season’s midi-legnth bias cut dresses and skirts and was reminded of some pieces I wore in the 90s. One plus to growing older is going through a second or maybe even a third recycle of a trend. But what era did this style really originate? I did a little research to see if it was the 20s, 30s or 40s but most of what I am seeing (and liking) is inspired by the 30s

How a Real 40 Something Really Dresses Casually
I’m a woman on the go, go, go! Like every other woman right? This is pretty much my “mom” uniform. If I’m not a little more dressed for appointments in NYC then I am out in my suburban town running around looking like this. It’s basically my fall uniform. Just today I hoped in my car as soon as the kids got on the bus and ran to Costco, Target, Old Navy (son needed some sweats for school), a doctor appointment, got the car washed and made it back just in time to greet the kids again.