If you ask me whether or not to buy someone a gift card as a present, I'll tell you that it's impersonal and a bit of a yawn 90% of the time. The only time I praise them is when the recipient is anything like my mother, who almost never buys anything indulgent for herself and therefore needs the incentive to go out and splurge on something that's just for her.That is why I was thrilled to find out that she'd been gifted with a $200 gift card to Nordstrom aka our department store. (Everyone has o...

The timing of this article couldn't be better. The temperatures are lower than we've seen in years, and New Yorkers are putting fashion to the side in exchange for as much warmth as possible. Yet when I look at the experienced fashion crowd, they still look put together somehow (and warm!). I've heard whispers at fashion gatherings about base layers, cozy socks, and other secrets that people who are used to braving the cold in New York use.I can't help but want to ask, "Wait, how exactly are ...

Anyone who loves fashion knows what wearing the right pair of sunglasses can do for your personal style and confidence. I almost never leave my apartment without sunglasses sliding down the bridge of my nose as a way of not only hiding from my neighbors but also completing my outfit. I have a special rack just for sunglasses right at my door so I never leave without them. They're that powerful.Nothing is worse, though, than looking back at old photos and seeing myself in sunglass trends that...

We're in the middle of a month dedicated to "in with the new and out with the old," and if you haven't started shuffling through your closet, it's time. I've always struggled with a bit of a style rut in January because there aren't many excuses to get dressed up. Plus the temperatures can be frigid. That's why I like to use this month to go through every corner of my wardrobe and find out what's worth holding on to.I've been a fan of tapping professionals for a bit of help. When dealing with ...