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Top 5 Summer Tops: White Hot Heat

The white tee is a classic summer staple. It’s like a blank canvas, so the accessory options are endless. Plus, white goes with everything, so you can make little quick changes throughout the day to take you from work to the beach to dinner without having to carry around an extra top! But sometimes you … Continue reading “Top 5 Summer Tops: White Hot Heat”

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Top Gowns of the Season: Belles of the Ball

There is just something in the DNA of women that makes us love dressing up to the nines. Some like to be theatrical with large, flowing gowns and their best jewels, while others prefer to be daring fashionistas trying out latest trends and newest designers. The best thing about these special occasions is that they … Continue reading “Top Gowns of the Season: Belles of the Ball”

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Donna Karan Asymmetrical Metallic Suede Jacket: Snow Angel Chic

LA may be the City of Angels, but snow angels are noticeably absent. With its glimmering, shimmering suede, this Donna Karan jacket (at Nordstrom for $3,695) is just what I need to get frosty. I love the asymmetrical style – it’s tailored well enough that even with baggy pockets, the piece looks sleek and flattering. Pair … Continue reading “Donna Karan Asymmetrical Metallic Suede Jacket: Snow Angel Chic”

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Lanvin Draped Satin Top: Day to Night to Late Night

There are those tops that are true investments – the ones that make an outfit and will go with any number of bottoms. This classic Lanvin draped top (on Net-a-Porter for $990) comes back each season (you’re lucky if you can catch it on sale!). For Resort it comes in my favorite color – something I … Continue reading “Lanvin Draped Satin Top: Day to Night to Late Night”

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Rolled in Gold: Essential Holiday Skirts

If you let the holidays approach without getting a festive gold skirt, then you’re making a huge tactical error! You’ve got half your party gear ready to roll with this under your belt. For work gatherings, keep it classy with a tight black sweater, but for a night out on the town, sex it up … Continue reading “Rolled in Gold: Essential Holiday Skirts”

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Donna Karan NYFW Spring 2013 Collection: The Calm After the Storm

It’s ethereal ease all the way for Donna Karan’s Spring ’13 collection, and she doesn’t disappoint. It brimmed with all the draping you could possibly expect from the seasoned pro, but this time she fulfilled it with a cloud-like, diaphanous flow that feels like a dream. The palette: equally dulcet. It began with hazy-day shades, … Continue reading “Donna Karan NYFW Spring 2013 Collection: The Calm After the Storm”

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