Linen Jumpsuits For Functional Living

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It always makes sense to pare things down and get back to basics. Breezy linen jumpsuits make getting ready a snap. They are roomy and comfortable and linen fabric adds durability. Our favorite jumpsuits are casual and mix smart tailoring […]

Workman Style: A Tribute to Industrial Americana

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If black is a power color, then blue practices the art of influence. The blue collar worker is at the heart of workman style and is planted in modern Americana. As manual labor has transitioned over to handcrafted work, the […]

Preppy Outfits: A Step Above The Rest

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It’s not enough to simply be the best, you need to look the part too. Looking classy, crisp and clean is what preppy outfits are all about. These outfits may seem simple on the surface, but a lot of thought […]

Leather Flats Lay Back For Summer’s Monomaniac

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Back to school shopping is over and PTA meetings are back on the agenda. Invest in a pretty pair of leather flats that will charm the pants off of principles and teachers alike. The right style can be the most […]

Straight Leg Pants Got Us Donating Our Skinnies

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Ah, warm weather and summer vibes are speaking our language. Slip into a pair of straight leg pants and see for yourself why skinnies are a thing of the past. This season’s styles are tailored and flatter pretty much every […]

Barrel Jeans Are Kicking Skinnies Out The Door For Good

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Move over, skinny ladies, there’s a new jean in town! We’re loving the roomy shape of barrel jeans because they are both comfortable and flattering. Extra room in the hips and thighs should always be welcome guests in your wardrobe. […]

Tomboy Fashion Makes Thrift Shopping Fun Again

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If you’re still waiting for your tax returns (or are wondering what those are) you can still answer the needs of your inner compulsive shopper. Take a look at our favorite tomboy fashion finds hailing from a vintage store near […]

Full-Length Coats To Hibernate in This Winter

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Brr!  It’s getting really cold out there.  Time to cocoon ourselves in full-length coats that will warm us and protect from the elements.  Our favorite styles are big and bulky, with enough space to layer and then some!  One good […]

Trench Coats in Plaid + Polka Dot

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The rainy season is upon us! Take advantage of sale season to drape yourself in trench coats that are anything but boring. The prints that are cropping up most are plaid and polka dot, so stay on trend! Unique shapes […]

Turtleneck Power! (Ditch The Scarf.)

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No more long, drapey, hang-y thing around your neck. This season, we are opting for the trusty turtleneck as the layering foundation piece of the season. Keep your core warm in rich Fall colors, like gold and brown.  Add coats […]

Bourgeois Bohemian: Look-Don’t-Touch Fashion

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In Marxist philosophy, the bourgeoisie is a social class that banks on capitalism for survival. We fell in love with bourgeois Bohemian looks for Fall and Resort and all of its sumptuousness. Print mix like a boss and add a […]

High-Water Pants + Cropped Denim On Trend

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“The flood is over and the land is dry, why are you wearing your pants so high?”  This season, boots are getting the recognition they deserve with high-water pants on trend.  Cropped denim and slacks are comfortable and versatile.  You […]