A new baby has kept me busier than I ever imagined but it doesn’t mean that obligations outside of the home have stopped. When I have outings – whether it is meeting with a client or coffee with friends – it is important for me to look and feel put together. However, figuring out what … Read More
Fashion
LAUNCH Spring Fashion Show Winner
Spring is in the air! This weekend I was honored to be on a panel of judges for the LAUNCH Spring Fashion Show. The emerging designers in the competition are from the Chicago Fashion Incubator (CFI) program and while all of them presented talented products, there was one standout. Congratulations to Cara Maria Farella (pictured)! … Read More
The Leopard Trend for Fall 2018
Leopard is a huge trend this Fall so get ready to embrace your inner animal, if you haven’t already. What I love most about leopard is that it works on everyone. Use it as a neutral or just touch on it with an accessory like an earring or boot to update your look. Here are … Read More
Sustainable Fashion
In celebration of Earth Day, I would like to take note of the increase in sustainable fashion available today. When fashion and sustainability are mentioned in the same sentence, Stella McCartney is the first designer who comes to mind. She is considered a pioneer in the eco-friendly space. Her ethically-produced and environmentally-harmless fashion includes using … Read More
The Logo Trend Tastefully Done
Logos are going to be all over this Spring. Designers have been incorporating logos in their recent collections that range from WOW pieces in their RTW collection (example: Fendi Mink Bomber, see below) to repetitive logos on bags and tights to t-shirts with an emblazoned logo that is front and center. Logos have a tendency to … Read More
Easter Sunday Fashion
Easter Sunday is early this year and may be your first occasion to wear some of the incredible bold colors, pastels, and florals available this Spring. The pieces I’ve selected below are a modern take on traditional Easter fashion that can also be worn throughout the season. Happy Easter! Oscar de la Renta | Techno … Read More
Eco-Friendly Fashion in Make It Better Magazine
I teamed up with Cara Sullivan to research eco-friendly fashion that does not sacrifice style for sustainability. We featured six standout brands in the March/April issue of Make It Better magazine, titled “The New Green“. SaveSave
Rainbow Trend Spring 2018
There are many places designers look to for inspiration from season to season. For this Spring, designers are looking to the sky. The rainbow is one of the most influential items for Spring 2018. The bold colors and aesthetic drawn from a rainbow can be seen in many of the top collections. The rainbow motif … Read More
Brock Collection Romantic Wear for Valentine’s (and Beyond)
Brock Collection’s Autumn/Winter 2018 Ready-To-Wear is a pretty, feminine collection that is ideal for Valentine’s Day week (and beyond). Be inspired by the romantic details – skimming silhouettes, delicate fabrics – and the color palette. Plus, it is a gorgeous collection that isn’t everywhere. Many wonderful looks in this collection, these are a few of … Read More
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
Even if you are one of those people who consider Valentine’s Day nothing more than a Hallmark holiday, it is still the perfect excuse to give the one you love a gift. For people who are in the mood to go beyond flowers and chocolate this year, here are some great gift ideas for Valentine’s … Read More