What To Wear

Soft + Snuggly Sweater Dress

Monday, 31 October 2011 | Author: Catherine Horgan |

Bring out the sweaters. Or better yet, the sweater dresses!

Nothing is easier and cozier to wear in the fall and winter months than a sweater dress. Super simple. I love the asymmetrical style of this particular one. It lends itself well to throwing a shearling vest over top and adding knee socks with calf high boots.

A few key accessories and you are complete. Have fun with your jewelry, perhaps a pair of tassel earrings and a mink cocktail ring. As for the handbag, go with structure. Who wouldn't love a Givenchy duffel?

Now, where are you going in this? More like, where are you not going in this. You might just live in this outfit all season long.

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Last Minute Fall Tropical Vaca

Monday, 17 October 2011 | Author: Catherine Horgan |

Let's just say timing was perfect to take off for a little respite. Five glorious days away in a climate that's warm during the day and cools down beautifully at night. Packing is simpler than you think.

I like to pack power basics when traveling to get as many looks as possible with a few key pieces. In fact, there are even more combinations to be had! One floor length tube skirt/dress, one above-the-knee skirt, one pair of white jeans and a few tops. Since my head is wrapped around fall, I'd wear a mostly neutral palette during this time of year. And I love the idea of packing just black and white.

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To continue the streamlined packing, keep your accessories focused. You really only need a few necklaces, with one doubling as a belt (shown above with outfits), one fabulous pair of vintage earrings, one watch, one statement cuff, one clutch, a vibrant summer weight scarf and three pairs of shoes — black sandals, neutral metallic wedge sandals and tan flip flops.

Obviously, you will live in beach attire the majority of the time. Mix + match bikinis certainly fit the bill. Throw in some chic bathing suit cover-ups, pretty enough to go out in!

Don't forget the ever important beach essentials: oversized sunhat, sunglasses, water, books, heavy duty sunscreen — All Terrain AquaSport for beach days and become Day Screen for shopping excursions.

Grab your significant other and go, already!

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Wavering Weather Stirs Up One Happy Outfit

Wednesday, 12 October 2011 | Author: Catherine Horgan |

Between the rain and the on-again off-again fall temps (read: humidity), I need a happy outfit.

Thanks to alice + olivia, I found it.

What I love about this particular outfit from the fall 2011 collection is the mix of pattern, texture, weight and fabric. It makes for a fresh and unexpected look, perfect for ending the work week and skipping into the weekend! Seriously, just laying eyes on it makes me giddy.

How can you replicate this look? Stop categorizing your wardrobe (you know what I'm talking about) and start wearing those pieces you reserve for evening only in the day. Whether it's a sequins top with a flirty skirt or a fancy silk dress. Then, top it off with fur!

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Photo from WWD

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Sublime Soiree Smock

Monday, 10 October 2011 | Author: Catherine Horgan |

Now this is a party dress I'd like to have on hand for the holidays, let alone anytime of the year. Simple metallic goodness. While this was one of Lanvin's beauties from the resort 2011 collection, I wouldn't hesitate whipping it out for many an occasion, no matter the season!

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Photo from ilovewildfox.com

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How I Survived the SS11 Heat

Wednesday, 28 September 2011 | Author: Catherine Horgan |

While everyone else was complaining of the heat, I remained calm, cool and collected. Keeping things to a minimum, I followed these four super simple steps and beat the heat in style.