Scent of a Woman: Natural Perfume

You’ve got your mineral makeup and organic face scrub, but your perfume is still laced with man-made oils and chemicals.   We’re not suggesting you pitch your Chanel No. 5 or Dior J’adore, but if you’re in the market for a new scent, check out fragrances made from natural oils and materials for a different […]

Totally Toteable: Big Bags that Haul it All

Things seem to get bigger in January.   We trade in our sleek fall trenches for giant puffy coats, our high-heeled shooties for lug-soled boots, and our pretty party purses for schlep-it-all shoppers. A big bag is a must when you need to tote extra layers, Kleenex, cough drops and other wintry necessities along with […]

Ice Capades: Finding the Perfect Diamond

When it comes to jewelry, nothing does it like diamonds.   With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, some of us may be dropping hints to our honeys. But it’s also satisfying to splurge on a diamond for yourself, whether it’s for a special occasion, a personal reward, or just because. If you’re in the market for […]

Season’s Grab Bags: Splurges and Steals

Complete your holiday looks with some chic party purses.   As always, evening bags are an easy way to incorporate current trends without going overboard. Add these to your wish lists or steal them up yourself. Crystals When tinsel and twinkle lights are seasonal hallmarks, you know it’s time to sparkle. The Sex and the […]

Festive Frocks: What to Wear This Year

The onslaught of holiday parties has begun. In addition to your own home or office shindig, you probably have a roster of random fetes to attend.   But what is a social butterfly to wear for all this wassailing? This year, it’s about metallics, sparkle and texture. Inject color with your accessories, but instead of […]

Yes, You Are a Hat Person!

“Is this cute? Or do I just look silly?” How many of us have asked a variation of that when trying on hats? Who has a small pile of newsboys, berets and fedoras sitting unworn on a shelf somewhere? For some reason, hats have a tendency to leave even the most fashionably confident questioning their […]

Winter Coats Within Your Budget

We’ll be the first to admit that our coats fashion this month in our magazine featured some significant investment pieces.   While it’s never a bad idea to invest in a quality coat that you love and will wear for years, we’re also digging several trendy options out there that won’t break the bank. After […]

Fall Shoes: Looking Smart, Feeling Good

Sacrificing fashion for comfort is such a drag. We’ve rounded up some great shoes for fall and winter that will take care of your feet as well as your stylish eye.   Jeffrey Campbell Kayla-Fox Flat There’s still time to flit around in some fab flats before the snows come. This houndstooth/patent leather combo is […]

Le Coaterie

Brrrr. Temperatures are about to plummet, but put down the down. We offer some ideas for staying warm without looking like the Michelin Man. kath Modern Bring on the blizzards. This stylish coat, made from neoprene, was the warmest we tried. The fabric—you might recognize it as wetsuit material—is windproof and waterproof, and will keep […]

When You're Not a Winnetka Waif: Fall Trends for the Real Woman

Let’s face it—most of us can’t squeeze into those size 2 skinnies, but that doesn’t mean we can’t embrace this season’s best styles.   Many designers and stores offer great size options that don’t all involve solid black. Here are some of our favorites. Luxe Layers This season’s menswear blazers look fab and hide all […]