“What is important in a dress is the woman who is wearing it.” -Yves Saint Laurent This fashion motto makes me think of my dynamic friend, AnnaBelle LaRoque, who has been designing beautiful, flattering and feminine dresses and tops for more than a decade at her eponymous boutique on Columbia’s fashion corridor, Devine Street. This… Read More
“Don’t you love … the fall? It makes me want to buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly-sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address.” -Nora Ephron, You’ve Got Mail It’s not quite fall, but the start of August heralds in the back to school season, and I wanted to… Read More
I’m always on the lookout for summer ensembles that help to beat the extreme, southern heat. A favorite go-to lately are shorts sets, especially those with tailored and ladylike details. Sets are perfect for packing as you can wear the coordinates together or separately. As an added bonus, the two looks featured below are on… Read More
According to The Pantone Color Institute, ultra violet is the color of the year for 2018; however, fashion experts are pointing to the lighter hue of lavender trending on runways and the red carpet. A flower so representative of springtime is a fitting, pastel shade for the season. From gowns to nail polish, here are… Read More
Pool days and upcoming beach trips mean updating bathing suit and cover-up ensembles. Whether a tunic, kaftan, shift or pareo, I’m always on the lookout for pretty, lightweight pieces that don’t hinder me when chasing after an active toddler. Here is a collection of lovely little options for mommy and mini to keep you covered… Read More
“Mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take” Mother’s Day is next week and so is my mother’s (and my) birthday, so I’m always on the lookout for gifts this time of year. Here are a few suggestions for the lovely mommy in your… Read More
Did you know that blue was originally the color associated with St. Patrick’s Day? Blue was assigned to the Order of St. Patrick in the 18th century, but over time, the Roman Catholic feast day has evolved to become a more secular holiday observed all over the world. And revelers now don green when celebrating… Read More
“Lights, camera, action!” The countdown is on to my favorite Sunday night of the year…the Oscars! Even as a little girl, I appreciated the glamour and drama. In fact, for a class assignment in second grade, I wrote that my dream was to attend the Academy Awards in a limousine☺. Well, that dream has yet… Read More
Spring is early this year ushering in warm weather, budding flowers (and pollen) and a new season of fashion. A big fan of feminine details, I was pleased to see the return of flirty flounce and frills on fashion week runways. Ruffles have been around for centuries originally making a very masculine statement adorning the… Read More
“My funny valentine, Sweet comic valentine, You make me smile with my heart” –My Funny Valentine Hearts, pink, candy and romance…every girl loves Valentine’s Day! Saint Valentine’s Day first became associated with love in the 14th century and developed further in Europe during the 18th century when lovers began exchanging gifts with their valentine including… Read More