Someone's buzzing

I met this woman in The Mustard Seed, a consignment shop in Bethesda, Maryland. She knew how to keep her buzz cut buzzing while it was growing out.

Magazine Scene: August 2011 Vogue

Yay or nay. I enjoyed the August Vogue. My only nay is that this is Sarah Jessica Parker's 8th appearance on Vogue's cover. I don't see the hype. Maybe you can explain it to me.

Donna, at last I found have you

I told you I was searching for my go-to designer. I want a brand that exudes the refined edginess that I feel embodies me. After seeing the photo of Donna Karan in the July issue of Vogue and reading the article about this 60+ woman who looks at least a decade younger, after looking over her fall line, and after discovering that she designs clothes for the times when my budget allows me to spend more extravagantly (Donna Karan), as well as clothes that are sensitive to my usual checking account balance (DKNY), I became smitten.

Here's her DKNY spring/summer line.


And her Donna Karan spring/summer line.

Styling in the DMV

I LOVE her style.
Chevy Chase, MD

A Question of Style

I've been searching for a way to define my style. To be honest, I've been striving to determine my style. I want to be consistent. As I told you in an earlier post, I'm reading I Love Your Style, by Amanda Brooks, and it has been helping me pull my threads together. I asked Kristin how she would describe me, and she said, "refined edgy." She said I put on pants from New York & Co and make them look like top designer. I'm going to embrace that compliment. However, my search continues. I want a go-to designer. So, I looked through my Vogue Collections 2011. You know I used to post and post about Stella McCartney, but I'm not the minimalist I thought I was. Celine is great, but also too minimalist. I've spent hours on youtube trying to find a connection. No success. I'll keep you posted.

I'm searching for vibrant color in unexpected places. Like Phoebe's take on Celine, but with the surprise of a bright color under a panel.

Any way, this runway show is one I viewed. Considering Donna Karan's mission for DKNY, perhaps I'll have a match.

Shoes to Woo

I love this store. It offers styles for everyone.

When I saw these in the window I thought they were placed there as a joke.  Then I saw a woman who had coordinated a pair with her outfit...well, I now wish I could wear heels.

Styling in the DMV

Union Station, DC

White Dress Addiction

I showed you the flowing white dress that is in my beach fantasies. After looking at this dress, I realize I simply love light weight casual white dresses and skirt outfits. So, you know what is on my wardrobe to-buy list.

Divided They Stand

I have received compliments on the "More to DC Than the White House" photos. I realize fashion and landmarks don't mix. So, I am creating a new blog for the DC landmark photos: www.moretoDC.blogspot.com. Please stay tuned to both blogs.