Main — wardrobe staples RSS



Rev Up Your Style: The Moto Jacket Looks You Never Saw Coming

Hailey Bieber did it with a floor-length floral dress. Rihanna did it with baggy jeans and stilettos. Harry Styles did it with a green feather boa. What's the common denominator? The motorcycle jacket, fashion's perennial cool kid and the most unexpectedly versatile piece in your closet. You may have thought you knew how to wear a moto jacket—and perhaps you've pigeonholed it as weekend-only wear—but we're about to shift your fashion gears entirely. Get ready to see this timeless topper in a whole new light as we break down five fresh ways to style your trusty biker buddy for any occasion, from brunch to the boardroom to date night and beyond. Buckle up!

Continue reading



Elevating Basics: Transforming a Simple White T-Shirt into Your Most Versatile Wardrobe Hero

It starts with something so ordinary that it's often overlooked: a plain white T-shirt. Folded neatly on a shelf or hanging quietly in your closet, it rarely steals the spotlight. Yet, beneath its unassuming surface lies potential waiting to unfold. Like a pristine canvas awaiting an artist's brush, the white T-shirt can become the cornerstone of a style narrative that is both timeless and refreshingly personal. Consider this your permission slip to see it not as a stand-in for something more exciting, but as a versatile hero ready to anchor a whole spectrum of looks. Its simplicity isn't a shortcoming—it's a strength. And with the right approach, that strength becomes the foundation of an elevated, signature wardrobe. Why Simplicity Wins...

Continue reading



Cashmere 101: Everything You Need to Know About This Cloud-Soft Fiber

I remember the first time I met its majesty Cashmere. Not $40 cashmere sweaters you can find at Amazon or "cashmere-like" knitwear at Target, but the most luxurious, buttery soft, irresistible yarn imaginable. As a student at FIT, I was tasked with an assignment to compare fabrics across three different stores. Wandering through Bergdorf Goodman, I found myself alone in the Chanel boutique. It was my first Chanel experience, I've never had any feelings for Chanel, had absolutely no intention to buy anything, and in general felt like an imposter. There were racks of understated black, gray, and white clothes around me. And this is Chanel? I thought. But an assignment is an assignment, so I absently reached out to...

Continue reading



How to Sparkle in Your Season: A Complete Guide to Sequins and Metallics

'Tis the season when everything sparkles—from frost-kissed mornings to candlelit evenings, and it's no surprise that the most iconic outfits for the holidays are covered in shimmer. But here's the secret: the most mesmerizing sparkle isn't hanging on a department store rack—it's already within you. Your natural coloring holds the key to unlocking the full potential of holiday shimmer. While that dazzling silver sequined jumpsuit might set your heart racing, it's the rose gold slip dress that could make you look like you've been touched by starlight. Consider this your insider's guide to the art of sparkle, where we decode which sequins and metallics will transform you from merely glittering to absolutely gleaming. After all, the right sequins don't just...

Continue reading



Chic and Affordable Capsule Wardrobe: Winter 2024

Welcome to your new capsule wardrobe — the antidote to both decision fatigue and the "fast fashion fever" we've all caught at some point. We've curated a collection that proves you don't need a trust fund or a walk-in closet the size of Manhattan to look effortlessly chic. Think of it as your personal styling cheat sheet: a harmonious blend of browns, blacks, and neutrals (with a dash of olive green for good measure) that work harder than your morning coffee at making you look put together. The best part? Every piece here is selected not just for its individual charm (though they've got plenty of that), but for its extraordinary ability to play well with others. It's like creating...

Continue reading