When it comes to wardrobe staples, there are a few key pieces that probably come to mind—skinny jeans and solid-colored pumps, to name a couple. In fact, we recently covered why these fashion and shoe styles are certified must-haves. Well, next up, we wanted to focus on accessories, specifically.In reality, you probably have a hefty array of accessories in your closet. After all, the addition of unique extras is what truly makes an outfit feel more personal. And while you should obviously sto...
Chanel has been the inspiration for many classic items you see today—the little black dress, quilted handbags, and, of course, tweed. Whether it's a cropped jacket, a buttoned cardigan, a charming dress, or a smart suit, the supple, textured fabric is undisputedly a symbol of style thanks largely to the French designer who put the Scottish textile on the map in the 1920s. The fabric continues to be a strong part of Chanel designs, with the brand's latest S/S 23 collection getting us giddy ...
I'm always drawn to the idea of shopping my closet to create fresh looks that utilize pieces I already own. There is definitely something to be said for styling great staples in new, directional ways that make them feel anything but basic. This dressing mentality can be applied to one of the latest trends we're seeing everywhere on the runways, as well as in the wardrobes of celebs and the fashion set: sheer tights. The winter hosiery has come back in a major back this season, albeit with some n...
I like embellishments, dramatic layering, platform heels and over accessorizing as much as (if not more than) the next person, but admittedly, dressing to the nines at all times can leave anyone with a bit of decision fatigue. Let alone that dreaded feeling of looking at a full closet of statement pieces (rather than staples) and feeling like you have “nothing to wear.” That said, even as a fashion writer whose job lies in scoping out innovative trends, sometimes there’s an even greater ...