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Why Did You Wear That: A Walk in the Park

By |July 30th, 2013|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

It’s a rare occasion that I make it above 14th Street.  Leaving downtown at times feels like leaving the country.  Well, my country.  I’m not actually a neighborhood snob (okay, maybe), but for me, there’s not much reason for me to head uptown.  I used to go for the sole purpose of re-blonding, but then my hairstylist left the country… and I stopped coloring my hair.  Some even say your ears may pop when you cross 42nd Street. Whatever the case may be, I don’t make it up to the Upper West Side or the park very often.

I can’t decide if I gave up on Central Park after I realized there were about 3cm of park where Smitty was actually allowed to be or that time we got pelted by a football courtesy of a group of guys trying to catch our attention.  Speaking of which, a guy once asked me on a date to Central Park.  I never called him back.  Even my best friends have a tough time coercing me to the Upper West Side.  Given enough wine, I’ve found myself sleeping on their couch in the morning, pleased with myself for having passed out before the pizza arrived.  So, when my newly Americanized pal, suggested we head uptown and check out the park, I felt I had to oblige.  I suffered through a steamy subway ride and was soon reminded what a wonderful oasis we have in our otherwise concrete desert.kirsten smith nyc

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silk shorts

jimmy choo sandals

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shorts: Torn by Ronny Kobo, top: American Apparel, shoes: Jimmy Choo (similar), bracelets: Kenneth Jay Lane (ring version), bag: Asos (similar)

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Photo Credit: Michael Stiegler

Friday Frocks: Red, White, and Breezy

By |July 5th, 2013|Friday Frocks|

You survived the fireworks (I did too- barely).  You’re surviving the hangover (hair of the dog).  And now summer is in full swing.  Continue your holiday weekend party sporting something in the flag color scheme.  Let it swang, let it hang.

1. Free People Cutout Bodycon Slip Dress, 2. Splendid Ruched Cotton and Modal Blend Jersey Minidress, 3. Dolce Vita Hanni Sleeveless Dress, 4. Joie Dawna Tank Dress, 5. Forever 21 Off the Shoulder Fit & Flare Dress, 6. BB Dakota Royer Cross Back Dress, 7. Nightcap Clothing Parlor Lace Dress, 8. For Love & Lemons Lulu Americana Dress, 9. The Furies Manchu Tank Dress, 10. Forever 21 Chambray Shirt Dress

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Friday Frocks (Except Not): One for the Money

By |June 14th, 2013|Friday Frocks|

Speaking of one pieces… this week let’s ditch the frocks for something less formal.  While a onesie can still be dressed up for a night out on the town, sometimes a gal needs a little coverage of the crotchal region.  Maybe you’ll be tackling the new Citi Bikes, or perhaps there are high kicks in your future, in any case, a little bit of modesty goes a long way.  What better way than in a jumpsuit or romper?  (Answer: there is no better way).

1.Splendid Cotton and Modal Jersey Jumpsuit, 2. findersKEEPERS By the Way Romper, 3. Lucca Couture Zipper Front Romper, 4. Emerson Thorpe Juliette Wrap Front Halter Jumper, 5. T by Alexander Wang Paneled Silk Crepe de Chine Playsuit, 6. Kimchi Blue Tie-Front Romper, 7. Dolce Vita Makayla Romper, 8. Young Fabulous & Broke Gracie Jumpsuit, 9. OAK Hooded Cotton Fleece Playsuit, 10. ONE by Novella Novella Jumpsuit

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Friday Frocks: White Nights

By |May 31st, 2013|Friday Frocks|

We’ve passed that fashion milestone known as Memorial Day, which traditionally signals the ol’ “go ahead” for wearing white (we know that’s somewhat outdated, but in the off chance you’re a traditionalist…).  The only time of year a little white dress can trump the little black dress, other than your wedding day or perhaps the Oscars, is from June until late August.  So, get your faux glow on and slip into something lighter and whiter to create your own white night.

1. Joie Topaz Silk Dress, 2. Robert Rodriguez Pleated V Neck Cutout Dress, 3. Three Floor Adolescent Sister Dress, 4. Lovers + Friends Crazy in Love Dress, 5. Splendid Voile Mini Dress, 6. OAK Open Back Cotton Jersey Dress, 7. Dolce Vita Kimi Sleeveless Dress, 8. Lucca Couture Knit Cutout Waist Dress, 9. HELMUT Feather Jersey 3/4 Sleeve Dress, 10. Silence & Noise Illusion Stripe Bodycon Dress

Some day my prince will come… maybe.

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Why Did You Wear That: Toot It and Boot It

By |October 16th, 2012|Why Did You Wear That?|

women in boots

You know what I like almost as much as cashmere sweaters, puppies, and unicorns?  Boots!  A great pair of boots (or twenty) makes winter and the impending arctic ice storms (almost) bearable.  In addition to the standard short black bootie, knee high boots, and riding boots, there are four trend heavy boots I’ve picked up on for this fall…and you should too.  Toss one (or two, or three, or four) of these styles into your regularly scheduled program to kick things up a bit (had to).

boot trends fall 20121.  MICHAEL Michael Kors Rosalyn Booties, $139.50,  2. Gucci Lace Up Leater Ankle Boots, $760, 3. Sam Edelman Lace Up Platform Booties, $225, 4. Seychelles Suede Lac Up Ankle Boot, $130, 5. Ash Nevada Ankle Boot, $295, 6. Alexander McQueen Studded Leather Ankle Boots, $1,185, 7. Frye Jenna Disc Short Booties, $348, 8. Deena & Ozzy Stud Moto Boot, $89,  9. Sam Edelman Keegan Tassel Booties, $225, 10. Christian Louboutin Pouliche 70 Fringed Suede Boots, $2,195, 11. 7 for All Mankind Mirage Fringe Ankle Boot, $325, 12. Carlos by Carlos Santana Ringo Boot, $149.95, 13. KORS Michael Kors Wayland Bootie, $325, 14. Isabel Marant Dicker Suede Ankle Boots, $565, 15. Dolce Vita JuJu Suede Ankle Boot, $119, 16. Madewell The Barnwood Booties, $198

Boot, scoot, boogie.

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