Just a normal fall day in the District this weekend. It was exceptionally gorgeous out, so we took advantage and scoped some nice places to shoot outdoors. One of the nice things about living in DC is there are so many interesting backdrops to shoot at - monuments and memorials galore, and of course all the beautiful museums. I'm looking forward to shooting...
One look making its way back from the '90s is the dress-over-pants. Remember this baby? Gwen Stefani, c.1998 Well, Gwen's style isn't the only thing that's improved since then. The dress-over-pants look is making a comeback, and this time it's sophisticated and sleek, thanks to the likes of Helmut Lang, Rag & Bone and Rebecca Taylor: (... and Givenchy and Haider Ackermann while...
And now for your Thanksgiving enjoyment, here are some photos of well-coordinated decor. Since most of us are spending today indoors anyway, why not feast our eyes on some good decor (since we'll be feasting our stomachs anyway ;) For a sleek black, white and gold palette, check out this great example. The matching glossy black door arches and bookshelf add a...
Hey guys! Sorry for the lack of posts the past few days - it was hubby's birthday so I surprised him with a trip to a private lodge in the Shenandoah Valley for the weekend. It was the perfect winter escape - bare trees and rolling hills outside, hot cocoa and a warm fireplace inside. Check out some of the photos from our...
When shopping for house necessities at Target recently, I stumbled upon this little gem of a makeup line. With nothing over $3, I wasn't expecting much - but I've been impressed! Never again will I think it necessary to spend more than $3 for a blush/bronzer duo! Stay tuned for individual product reviews coming soon :) In my makeup bag right now: E.L.F....
It's getting chillier out there! Which can only mean one thing - time to break out the winter coats. After a long time in storage, I finally brought out one of my favorite coats again. Bought in my last year of college, this one's proven to be a classic that's withstood the test of time and trends. One of my all-time favorite looks...
Maybe you've thought about adding some global accents to your decor but aren't sure which are good pieces to buy or worse, whether they'd actually clash with the decor you've already got going on. The best way to get your own decor right is by understanding why great examples work. Global decor done well mixes different prints and pieces in a seamless, effortless...
Everyone should have someplace they can go for fashion inspiration. Whenever I'm bored with my closet and get caught in a fashion rut, I browse through the famous looks of past style icons to get some fresh ideas to incorporate into my wardrobe. So to make such references easier, this blog will feature a Style Icon Series in which we will explore the...
Old Town Alexandria is a beautiful, quaint, quiet little neighborhood near us. It's one of the oldest communities still standing (since 1749!), so if you spend some time exploring the area, you're likely to find gorgeous narrow cobble-stoned alleys, tiny original houses and antique brick-lined walls and streets. We were out and about this weekend and came across this gorgeous bike tunnel near...
I'm a sucker for leather. Especially black. In the right shapes and with the right mix of textures, black leather is impossibly chic. A little hard-edge, a tad goth, but when worn with the right pieces, it's nothing other than high fashion. Black Leather by thestylematrix featuring rick owens jacket ...
I don't know about you, but I'm always looking for something unique to wear to formal and semi-formal events like weddings and holiday parties. There's only so much of the simple cocktail dress I can take. This past weekend was no exception. Eid was on Saturday, and to celebrate, we were invited to a friend's home for dinner. I chose to wear two...
