Remember a bunch of days ago, when in a fog induced by allergies and a cold, I wrote that I’d start a new series called Fifty Ways To Wear Your Lover (FWTWYL) by featuring the most iconic, in my opinion, of all bags–the black Chanel classic flap? It occurs to me now, in my lucid state, that it’s actually not …
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FIMTSO: The Sundress
We’re having more rain than usual this year so I’m blaming the weather on my fashion block for the FIMTSO series. But today the sun came out and all was right in the world again. So let’s take a look at today’s test item, the sundress. I have a few sundresses in my repertoire but I’m not quite in swimsuit …
For The Love Of Buttons
Someone recently joked that I needed to get out of my Chanel rut; that I needed to shake it up a little. Aren’t you bored, she asked. I don’t think so… I love everything about fashion, from the creations of obscure Belgian designers to the up-and-coming Americans to the saucy Italians to the masterful French. I love them all equally, …
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FIMTSO: The Denim Jacket
It didn’t hurt to wake up today so it must mean that I finally got some rest last night. So without further distraction let’s get to today’s FIMTSO business at hand: the all-American jean jacket. I’m sure if you look hard enough, you will find one hanging in your closet somewhere. Although I usually prefer to reach for the leather …
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Sneezing And Wheezing
My friends in Europe have been telling me about the recent freezing weather they’re experiencing. I try to be supportive by not telling them that it will hit a balmy 75F by this weekend. We may even see 80s next week. But if it’s of any consolation to any of you who are trudging through snow and rain, an early …