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March 9, 2025

A Fresh Take On Basics from Shopbop

I did a much needed closet clean out last weekend. If I didn’t have a real reason to keep it, I pulled it. I’ve become much better at editing. The burden of having too much is something I think about, now more than ever. Quality pieces will always be worn and outlast everything else. With that said, I always have my eye on fresh basics that will stand the test of time. Shopbop has an excellent selection of everyday pieces … here are my picks.

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Filed Under: Fashion Tagged: citizens of humanity, closet refresh, closet update, elevated basics, la ligne, lean closet, refresh, shopbop, staud, tory burch, z supply

July 26, 2024

Love What You Wear … Some Thoughts

I shared in a recent IG post my love of wearing pieces that make me feel good. This swimsuit gave me life and was the added flare I was searching for. It got me thinking, what do I consider essential for my closet, what have I accomplished in curating a well worn closet thus far, so that I can always love what I wear.

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Filed Under: Fashion, Style Tagged: blogger, fashion, lifestyle, style, tanya taylor

February 28, 2024

All Things Denim

Denim for days … when you’re seeing denim everywhere. First, take a step back and ask yourself what it is you are missing. An updated jean style? A new denim shirt but with details? A statement shoe? A tailored denim jacket? A special “just because” dress? I saved pieces that will add some newness to your denim.

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Filed Under: Fashion, Style Tagged: & other stories, all things denim, amazon, denim, denim dress, denim flats, denim for days, denim hat, denim heels, denim jacket, denim purse, denim refresh, denim sandal, denim shoes, denim top, denim trend, dolce vita, gucci, jcrew, jean jacket, larroude, loefflerrandal, nordstroms, reformation, schutz, shopbop, stony clover, tailored denim, under 200, under 500

October 1, 2023

Layering Up for Fall

It’s Fall and I’m ready for cooler days (even though the warm weather isn’t going anywhere). This outfit and colors will be on repeat.

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Filed Under: Fashion, Style, Uncategorized Tagged: cardigans, fall, fall fashion, fall style, fashion, jcrew, Jenni kayne, mango, style, sweater

December 12, 2022

Earrings That Will Make You Sparkle

One of my favorite accessories are earrings. From delicate and small to dangly statement pieces. Over the years I’ve taken a step back to slowly curate pieces that will transition from season to season and event to event, as well as investing in pieces that I know will stand the test of time … as always, classic. Let your ears sparkle!

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Filed Under: Fashion Tagged: amazon, earrings, holiday jewelry, holiday shopping, jcrew, Jennifer behr, jewelry, lizzie fortunato, loren hope, over the moon, Rebecca de ravenel, sparkly

April 10, 2021

Add a Little Spring to Your Step

Slowly step away from your slippers or peel off your cozy socks. I challenge you to start thinking about wearing real, actual shoes. Whether you are dusting off an old pair of heels or adding a new pair to your closet, take that first step … and add a little Spring to your step.

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Filed Under: Fashion, Style Tagged: Bloomingdales, chicflats, espadrille, fashion, flats, gucci, loefflerrandal, net-a-porter, neutralshoes, nordstroms, ootd, pastels, sandals, shoes, springstyle, wedges

February 22, 2021

Dresses and Getting Dressed Up

via @misa

With dresses, I lean towards classic more fitted styles, but this past year I have been loving flowy and airy silhouettes. I am drawn to feminine, sometimes frilly looks, but I love a good neutral color, and most certainly won’t pass up a bold color or pattern. So, a bit of everything, always depending on the occasion, of course. Most importantly, it is not just the quality and fit of a dress, but a dress that I am excited to wear, again and again.

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Filed Under: Fashion, Style Tagged: Antoni melani, born on fifth, dillards, dressed up, dresses, fashion, h&m, jcrew, misa los angeles, shopbop, spring fashion, style

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