The Modern Fanny Pack

July 19, 2011Leave a comment

There are some things that I won’t do. There are less things that I won’t wear. A fanny pack is not one of those things. Those who know me well know that I’m unabashedly unafraid to bust them out at occasions other than a music festival or an amusement park. Some of the people dare to look down on this habit. I realize that not all fanny packs are cute or flattering, but some are! And I would like to share those with you now. Beware: some of them appear under the guise of “belt purse”. Click on pics to shop!

Accessories

March 29, 2011March 29, 20112 Comments

Accessorize like the Guys

March 23, 2011Leave a comment

From W Magazine

Top row, from left: Dieppa Restrepo’s leather shoes; Gucci’s leather briefcase; Tom Ford’s men’s leather loafers. Second row, from left: MaxMara’s leather bag; Bottega Veneta’s suede clutch; Tod’s leather briefcase. Third row, from left: Céline’s leather shoes; Prada’s men’s leather shoes; Céline’s leather bag; Christian Louboutin’s cotton shoes. Bottom row, from left: Cole Haan’s men’s suede shoes; Hermès’s canvas and leather briefcase; Tod’s suede shoes; Chloé’s lambskin bag.

Ladies Lunching

March 14, 2011March 14, 2011Leave a comment

Photographer: Fatma Al-Thani via DJA

Coveting the Director of Special Events at Vogue

March 2, 2011March 2, 20111 Comment

Lately, I find myself checking The Coveteur almost everyday. As editors and various people at fashion magazines and houses as well as gals-about-town have become style icons in their own right, this site comes at exactly the right time. People are curious about the fashion elite. What are their favorite pieces? What does their closet look like? How do they store their shoes? I was especially drawn to Sylvana Ward Durrett below.

“Sylvana Ward Durrett has been a veteran at Vogue for nearly 8 years,
starting her career at the most iconic magazine of all time as the
Assistant to the Editor-in-Chief, Anna Wintour. Her determination and
spunkiness helped her climb the ranks at American Vogue, moving into
the fashion department as the Accessories Editor and eventually
landing feet first in the role of Director of Special Events, a title
she currently maintains. She’s one girl with a full plate: her
responsibilities include producing over 30 events a year, including
the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards Dinner and the annual Costume
Institute Benefit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Her style is the
epitome of effortless chic – mastering the art of putting together
envy-defying outfits on a daily basis.” via The Coveteur

Shoes, Various Designers This was one of my favorite seasons from Balenciaga. Such a vibrant print and it never goes out of style. I wear it with opaque tights in winter and with a bare leg and stiletto in summer. The clutch is a perfect statement piece for summer and fits everything!All, Balenciaga I don’t remember the season but it is a closet staple. I love that it has a preppy look with a modern twist.Clutch, Balenciaga Dress, Miu Miu; Shoes, Toms Clutches are a necessity for me. I have so many different types and colors and I continue to collect! The brights pictured here make me happy every time I carry them!Clutches, Various Designers Shoes, Manolo Blahnik This Chanel clutch literally goes with me to nearly every event. The iridescent midnight blue mixes with most evening looks, casual or formal. Shoes are Miu Miu. I can never get enough of studs!Clutch, Chanel; Shoes; Miu Miu Clockwise from left to right: Clutch, Devi Kroell; Clutch, Kotur; Shoes, Christian Louboutin; Boot, Balmain; Bag, Balenciaga; Clutch, Celestina; Boot, Christian Louboutin,; Dress, Proenza Schouler; Dress, Jason Wu. I’m a maniac for a mini. Enough said.Skirts, Various Designers Bag, Chloe; Necklace, Fenton/Fallon Vuitton bow pump with sequin heel. There are no words, they are just.... incredible. I knew I could not live without them…but then again I feel that way about every pair of shoes.Shoes, Louis Vuitton I’m a huge fan of Jason Wu. He is an old friend, I love him and I love the way his clothes fit. He actually custom made my dress for the Costume Institute last year (my first Met Ball as Director of Special Events!). I felt like the belle of the ball!Dress, Jason Wu; Shoes, Miu Miu When you work at Vogue you are acutely aware of the fact that color always looks better! Whether it’s on the page or on your body. So, needless to say, I have a rainbow of colors in my closet from shoes to dress to clutches and tights!Dress, Victoria Beckham; Shoes, Manolo Blahnik This is a Celine top actually and it goes with a matching white lace calf length skirt. It so clean and simple and can be worn as a separate over my leather pants or tucked into a wide leg trouser. Ms. Philo truly has the Midas touch. Celine is so chic right now!Top, Celine I got this dress for my trip to China in November. Going to bring it out for London Fashion Week too!Dress, Dolce and Gabbana Another Jason Wu! I wore this to the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards Dinner in November and got tons of compliments.Dress, Jason Wu Clutch, Marc Jacobs; Shoes, Christian Dior

Images via The Coveteur. Photos by Jake Rosenberg.

Zara Wishlist

December 7, 2010Leave a comment

I may have mentioned my intense love/hate relationship with stores like Zara and H&M. While I love them dearly, I am prohibited from shopping them because of where I live (yes, Arkansas). Happily, I will be going to Dallas next weekend to visit my wonderful Aunt Ann. She is always amenable to shopping with me and has taken me to the loveliest little vintage shops. This time I’m going prepared…with a shopping list…for Zara!

LEATHER DRESS LEOPARD PRINT PLATFORM COURT SHOE LEATHER WEDGE ANKLE BOOT SNAKE PRINT SCARF VELVETEEN MILITARY COAT BLAZER WITH LEATHER COLLAR AND ELBOW PATCHES ASH GREY WOOLLEN STUDIO CAPE TULIP-SKIRT DRESS PRINTED DRESS WITH CONTRASTING WAVE COLLAR FRAYED MINISKIRT CRÊPE TROUSERS WITH CROSS OVER FRONT BELL BOTTOM JEANS SWEATER WITH CONTRASTING FUR SHOULDERS 'LEO & LISA' LONG SLEEVED T-SHIRT BLUCHER SOFT SHOULDER BAG WITH POM-POM CHAIN BELT COMBINED HIDE BELT Feather necklace STRIPED STRETCH BRACES PATTERNED HANDKERCHIEF