Fall Fashion

I’ve found myself gravitating towards sultrier pieces in anticipation of the new season. As the weather cools off, I plan to try a few trends that I don’t often incorporate into my wardrobe: graphic sweatshirts, toughened-up leather boots, heavier makeup, and chunky accessories.  These are the items that are on my wish-list right now to help me achieve the look that I’m after….

1. Benefit Bad Gal Lash, $19
2. Karen Walker Super Duper Strength Sunnies, $280
3. Forever 21 Countdown Midi Rings, $5.80
4. J. Crew Studs and Stones Embroidered Necklace, $198
5. Hudson Encke Buckle Booties, $298
6. Estee Lauder Pure Color Lip Shine in X-Pose Rose, $26
7. Forever 21 Dazzling Sequin Lips Sweatshirt, $22.80
8. 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target Mini Satchel, $35

Layered Love

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The other night, while shamelessly watching The Carrie Diaries, I think I was subliminally messaged. Is it just me, or are nameplate necklaces suddenly very in vogue again? Well, that’s supposing that they ever went away and, in my case, they most definitely did not. Be they gold, silver, full name, monograms or initials, there’s something incredibly charming about personalizing your neck with delicate, layered chains of words, and I’m very happy to see that other ladies feel the same.

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About Face

Jerry Hall

On a recent lazy afternoon, I had finally had the chance to sit down and watch the HBO documentary About Face. I’ve always been captivated by the world of fashion and modeling, but I’ve had to get my media fix from sources such as The Making of the Swimsuit Issue and the early years of America’s Next Top Model. I’ve never been able to bring myself to watch any of the recent reality shows on the topic. 

Luckily, in the last few years, there has been a number of sophisticated films offering a peak into the exclusive industry including: Bill Cunningham New York, The September Issue, and Valentino: The Last Emperor. It seems that About Face can now be added to the list. The models interviewed are timeless and, while watching Jerry Hall throw her head back and laugh, I found myself wishing that I could have been around in their respective heydays.

Carmen Dell'Orefice

Isabella Rossellini

Carol Alt

China Machado

Christie Brinkley