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Setting the Mood: Spring Awakening

By Kirsten|February 24th, 2014|Setting the Mood|

Spring equinox is less than a month away (March 2oth) and even though that sadistic groundhog, Phil, made us wait it out a little longer this year, there is light at the end of the proverbial tunnel. That means, it’s time to shake off that winter way of thinking and dressing… and eating. Before you know it, it’ll be time to start bitching about how hot it is, but in the meantime let us revel those few pleasant weeks of spring that remind us why we live in the best city in the world. Judging by this past weekend’s “heatwave” that spawned dozens of pairs of bare legs to make their post polar vortex debut and the crowded streets on Sunday for boozy brunches (not to mention the rooftop at Soho House that resembled that of a Lorde music video shoot), it seems that the natives are restless and ready to shed winter’s layers.

Dolce & Gabbana Cat Eye Filigree Gold Tone Sunglasses, 3.1 Phillip Lim 31 Minute Iridescent Textured Leather Clutch, J. Crew Collection Floral Print Cotton and Silk Blend Jacket, Sophia Webster Kiki Lace Print PVC and Leather Sandals

The List Volume: Instagram

By Kirsten|February 21st, 2014|The List|

I get scolded quite a bit for being on my phone during dinners and nights out with friends. I quickly remind them that I’m “working.” Which shouldn’t actually be in quotes because I really am. Social Media is bascially a 24/7 job, especially when you work for yourself. However, I’ve taken it down a notch and for those of you who aren’t actually running a business, it’s time to put down your phones. I know that selfie and shot of your salmon seem super important, but your friends are about to disown you if you don’t rejoin them in a little place called reality. So, here are some hard and fast rules for Instagram posting:

Instagram is basically not real life. Don’t let it consume yours.
I think a lot of people need to learn the art of self editing. We get that you are somewhere really beautiful or you’re having a REALLY good hair day, or there is a lot going on, but try and pic a COUPLE of the best pictures and spread them out throughout the day. No one likes their feed being spammed by your event. Either that or learn to make a collage.
We do not need your doctors’ visits, weekly sonogram, bloody wounds, or hunting kills to be forever etched into our brains. A post delivery baby hospital pic gets a pass though.
I’m really not kidding when I say I don’t want to see your food pictures. Unless what you are about to eat is a slain dragon, I’m just not interested.
If you’re going to create a meme (good for you), please, dear God, check your spelling/grammar. No matter how hilarious the punchline may be, I can’t get over the fact that you don’t know the difference between “your” and “you’re.”
If you need to use a filter on top of a filter before posting that self indulgent selfie, you probably shouldn’t be posting it. This is Instagram, not Vogue. There’s no need to Photoshop.
#Hashtagsareactuallyusefulifyouknowwhatyouredoing. Not everything needs to be hashtagged, but don’t hate on others who actually know how to use them.
Give credit where credit is due. If you love something someone posted, spread the love, but credit the source.
Please don’t post pictures only to delete them two minutes later. This is Instagram not Snapchat (although there’s now that creepy direct message thing). Don’t post unless you are sure you want to post. Posting something and then removing it two minutes later doesn’t make you look mysterious, it makes you look insecure, and a little bit schizo.
Clean your damn mirror, selfie queen.

And this one goes out to you… and you… and you…

Now, follow me on Instagram so you can see what I’m wearing.

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Chain Gang

By Kirsten|February 19th, 2014|Why Did You Wear That?|

The saying is “less is more” but in some cases- like jewelry- without a doubt, more is more. We’ve double decked out our fingers. We’ve stacked our wrists. (I still refuse to use the term “arm party” as it gives me indigestion just typing it). And I’ve been layering delicate necklaces for quite some time, but just recently stepped up my game by piling on bulky chains in varying lengths and metals to create a look that would make even 2 Chainz envious.

1. Linda Lee Johnson Diamond Isabel Link Necklace, 2. Lucifer Vir Honestus Rose Gold Small Naif Chain Necklace, 3. Luv Aj The G Chain Necklace, 4. Kenneth Jay Lane Double Layer Chain Necklace, 5. Maison Martin Margiela Chain Necklace, 6. Adia Kibur Link Necklace, 7. Venessa Arizaga Sunset Necklace, 8. Irene Neuwirth Diamond Collection Diamond Chain Link Necklace, 9. Gemma Redux Offset Lapis Stone Necklace, 10. Fallon Jewelry Classique Bib Necklace

So start layering ’em on because if two chains are good, four have got to be better.

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: She’s Got Legs.

By Kirsten|February 18th, 2014|Why Did You Wear That?|

Oh, hey. It’s snowing again. Blame that damn groundhog… or global warming. Whomever is to blame, it’s bone chillingly cold and frustratingly difficult to get dressed each day keeping both style and thermometer in mind. One tires of wearing only jeans and pants and our poor little frocks have been left hanging lonely in the outer realms of our closets.

A great way to add interest to a basic little black dress is with fashion legwear. Not to mention, a wonderful way to show off those stems you’ve been keeping in shape all winter long. Another option? Consider layering plain black tights under some of the open work options to achieve the same look without losing the warmth. And speaking of layering, don’t be afraid to layer over the knee options on top of tights. Play with texture and patterns to keep things interesting until the snow melts and the sun comes out again.

1. Pretty Polly Tower Block Tights, 2. Commando Secret Garden Tights, 3. Wolford Valencienne Lace Thigh Highs, 4. Wolford Saphira Openwork Tights, 5. Fogal Annegret Hosiery, 6. Wolford Marchesa Tights, 7. Agent Provocateur Polka Dot Stockings, 8. Linda Farrow + Falke Seamed Faux Leather Trimmed Stockings, 9. alice + olivia Semi Sheer Argyle Tights, 10. Nordstrom Mesh Floral Tights

xx,

WhyDid

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Why Did You Wear That: Runway Recap- For the Fashion Weak.

By Kirsten|February 17th, 2014|Why Did You Wear That?|

Last week, New York was transformed into a real life, live action perfume ad. Everywhere you looked long legged, bare faced beauties skid across ice covered cobblestone streets on the way to and from castings and shows like little human Bambis. Fashion Week in New York has changed quite a bit in the years since I first started attending shows, especially after changing venues from Bryant Park to Lincoln Center. It seems as if the week has become less and less about the fashion and more and more about snapping photos for social media and angling to have your photo snapped for various web publications (remember, I taught you how here?). Front rows are full of bloggers and people who are wearing bizarre getups, while many buyers are left straining to see the runway while taking notes on the collections’ line sheets. The only places harder to get into than the actual shows are the after parties which are chocked full of celebrities, celebrity hangers on, promoters, underage models, and certainly a rapper or two. I should probably get better at celebrity spotting because after viewing party pictures of an event I’d attended, turns out a newly single Ryan Gosling was a mere banquette and ice cube toss away. Oops.

Factor in the Polar Vortex blizzard like conditions, and not only was it difficult garnering enough motivation to leave my heated apartment, but the actual commute uptown and other various locations was at times painful. Every time I thought I was about to miss a show, I was reminded that by being twenty minutes late, I was actually ten minutes early. And since I have yet to be seated front row at all shows, I always found myself sitting behind people with giant headpieces and vision obstructing hairstyles. As if that didn’t make the task of capturing a clear image of the catwalk daunting enough, be sure that there was a knucklehead (or two) who felt the need to hold his/her iPhone midair for the entire fifteen minutes of fashion. But because I’ve mastered multitasking and warping my body into the most advantageous shape for scoping the show, I was able to capture bits and pieces of my week. Just remember, all my suffering is all for you.

xx,

WhyDid

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