More and more, I'm becoming a jewelry girl. Maybe 'cause as I get older I'm increasingly inclined to appreciate the little things. Or maybe just 'cause I've been on a major budget, and a special yet inexpensive bauble goes a long way to make old wardrobe staples feel new again. Whatever the reason, barely a […]
You know those interiors shots that you just want to live in? They're warm and welcoming, styled but not stiff, and comprised of just the right balance of neutral, understated pieces and clever, smile-inducing details. The success of these spaces relies so much on those special accents, and knowing where to find the perfect mix is […]
Don't ask me what is in the water lately, but I can rattle off no less than twenty women in my life who have recently announced pregnancies, are ready to pop, or are snuggling brand new additions. In other words, it's baby fever around here! Which means I always have my eyes peeled for sweet and […]
The Moroccan wedding blanket isn't breaking news. In fact, that's what makes it so interesting to me. This exotic yet versatile piece has gone beyond the realm of flash-in-the-pan styling gimmick and is appearing in the home of the Regular Jane. It offers an unexpected way to inject interest to a space while maintaining a […]
I do not consider myself a graphic tee kinda gal. Sure I have a few, but they spend more time languishing in my closet than they do adorning my form. As with my anxiety around bright colors, I attribute my hesitation towards this item to my fear of fashion commitment. I look at the words […]
Since January I've been working with a holistic nutritionist to improve my overall health. One of the biggest changes we've made has been to increase my fat intake. For years I viewed fat as the enemy, and I've loved having not just permission but a prescription to incorporate this vital nutrient into my life. After […]
My first memory of espadrilles goes waaaaay back. They were the only shoes my mom wore, day in and day out, when I was little. As I grew older, she stopped wearing them for various reasons, but she'd reminisce fondly about how comfortable they were. Now espadrilles have made a comeback in a big way, […]
Alert! Summer is marching steadily along! It's time to squeeze in as much warm weather playtime as possible before we find ourselves staring autumn in the face. Not only have I yet to dip my toes in a pool this season, my heels feel entirely too smooth—a clear indicator that haven't logged nearly enough barefoot hours. The […]
In the world of luggage there is one style that every sophisticated gal must have in her rotation. The weekender—so called because you should be able to pack everything you need for a two-night getaway into it—is my most frequently used accessory aside from my everyday work tote. It's is the bag I use for […]
I've always had a soft spot for rose. Not just the flowers—though remember how much I love those too?—but also that washed-out shade of pink that had a heyday in the late 80's? Come to think of it, my childhood bedroom featured Laura Ashley wallpaper in that very hue. (I helped my mom pick it out! […]