If you’re one of the chosen few to be invited to the MET ball it’s a blessing and a curse. As a fashion stylist I realize that all eyes will be on what you wear and you need a gown fit for a ball. So I’ve compiled a list of designers who would be wonderful […]
Last week at a dinner party on the Upper West Side I met an interesting gentleman who is an entrepreneur in the real estate world. Very well spoken and intelligent I was pleasantly surprised to learn from him an amazing bridal resource for those on a budget. As an investor of the organization he shared […]
Attention DESIGNERS and RETAILERS ( Bergdorfs, Barney’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales) here is what my discerning wealthy consumers want. After working with hundreds of private clients there are common threads of what most client ask for. I share them with you here so you can kick some fashion ass. 1. Value for their money-good quality […]
I have always said ‘Just say no to black if it doesn’t suit you’. I know I’m one of those people who doesn’t look good in black. I’ve spent years weaning myself and my closet off of the ever-‘suitable-kinda-nyc-warrior-wardrobe staple’. There is a color science which has taught me and others well. I see now […]
Fall 2011. Joanna Mastroianni. A sexier version of Holly Golightly. Joanna dedicated her show to the American photographer Lillian Bassman. But for me it was all about the dramatics of the exit. So much attention to the backside-hand painted capes, dramatic trains, maribou feathers, fur stoles, sheer opera coats with embroideries, and more. I adored […]
I’m a swimmer but I can’t stand the idea of wearing a speedo-just too butch for me. With spring upon us and my recent ‘water class experience’ with other people’s energetic Grandmas in Hobe Sound I realize it’s time to start getting ready for sunnier weather. I’m always on the look out for cute suits […]
Right before I left for a week in Florida, I had a mini fashion emergency. ME have a crisis in my closet?! But, I’ve got everything under control because I’m a fashion stylist right? Well I’m human too and was suffering from what I see all the time: style holes in my closet. I had […]
FASHION WEEK COVERAGE Katie Ermilio showed her focused collection in a downtown loft presentation. Katie is a young designer of the mere age of 25 but don’t discount her yet. Rooted classic it’s no wonder her Grandfather was a personal clothier to Grace Kelly and with stints at her family’s bespoke business, Vogue, Women’s Wear […]
On Sunday in honor of Valentine’s Day and Fashion Week I hosted an intimate gathering and 2nd year of fashion.tea.cupcakes at my 5th Avenue space. I love to give back to my best clients and close friends. My favorite ladies and I sipped on Mariage Frere earl grey tea, Nespresso mochachinos while nibbling on cucumber/goat […]
I will often watch a film just for the visual fashion show. I’ve put together a list of my favorites. Some you may want to watch with the audio off. Modern: Chloe Priceless Intolerable Cruelty Party Girl Confessions of a Shopaholic Teknolust Gossip Girl (tv) Lipstick Jungle (tv) Sex and the City (tv) Ugly Betty […]
She helped me create not just outfits but a style statement for how I go out in the world in the morning. She’s given me a new sense of confidence, especially when I go to professional meetings Marci L