Hat-Attack Series: Mahogany

Hat-Attack Series: Mahogany

by | Oct 12, 2015 | Fashion, Style, Vintage

It’s no secret how much I love hats, and now the weather is finally cool enough to start wearing them. My hat obsession started at an early age because of my mom, who has always been a hat connoisseur.  During a recent visit to see her, she gifted me with all of the fabulous hats she had collected for over half a century.  Needless to say, I was overjoyed and graciously found a place for them within my home.  While growing up she always wore different styles of hats, not only to church on Sunday’s but every where.  Hats were routinely incorporated into her daily outfits, so it was normal for me to think every woman should wear them. I love hats so much not only because of their function, but because of their mysteriousness and the way they can skillfully change the look of any outfit on a whim.  More importantly they can also hide a bad hair day. 🙂 Over the course of the next several months, I’ll be bringing several of my mom’s hats back to life during a series called “Hat Attack”.  Each of these hats tell a story from the beginning or spanning over years and even generations.  The first hat featured in my blog is one of my favorites because it’s similar to the sophisticated hat worn by Diana Ross in the famous movie “Mahogany”.  It keeps me cozy and makes me feel a lot more pulled-together and polished, even when I hastily get dressed. From time to time people have often asked me if hats are coming back.   I say “No,...
Get in Shape with a Geometric Print

Get in Shape with a Geometric Print

by | Apr 24, 2015 | Fashion, Style, Trends

Liven up your wardrobe with a bold geometric print! Geometric prints are fun, exciting and eye-catching.  The boldness of these prints allow anyone wearing them to stand out, which is why they are one of my favorites.  I love mixing geometric prints but it’s a good idea to remember that eyes need some place to rest.  Too many or the wrong prints mixed together can look like a disaster. I decided to keep this look simple, which works well for daytime.  Since the geometric cropped pants already make a statement, I toned down the pattern with a classic mint blazer which adds a pop of color, and solid black shoes.  For accessories, I chose the same color tones as the overall palette of my outfit. If mixing prints is too much, try a similar look of integrating one geometric piece at a time.  Just remember to have fun with it! Here are the outfit details: Blazer:  Jules & Leopold, Similar here:  Sheinside or Maurices Pants:  Harolds , Similar here:  Neiman Marcus Last Call Shoes:  Michael Kors Espadrille Wedge Sandal, Similar here:  Nordstrom Handbag:  Elie Tahari , Similar here:  ebags Love, The Ultimate...