Now that the summer swelter is truly behind us, Madame can wear this adorable blouse I picked up in the late spring. Besides the fact that she's grown a bit and it just fits her better, with temps in the low-twenties these days, it doesn't look like she'd be roasting inside it. She'll be wearing … [Read more...]
Urban Kid Closet – July 20th, 2011
This child is waaaaaaaay girlier than I am, but I suppose I'm partly to blame - it seems I can't resist a tutu. Especially when they're on sale, and practically free - the stretchy waistband deems them wear-worthy for YEARS, and adorable over leggings when the weather turns cooler. And since they're … [Read more...]
Urban Kid Closet – July 15th, 2011
I have trouble with florals on myself, but I bought this dress on sale from the Gap last year, but during the summer months, it was just way too big for Madame. The shoulder straps are spaced extremely wide... this child's no linebacker. I was completely thrilled to see that it fits this summer! … [Read more...]
Who Wears Short Shorts?
One of the hottest fashion trends for women this summer is (allegedly) shorts for the office. I say allegedly because I work downtown and have yet to see this pulled off in the real world. As women we already have the advantage over men in dressing for the weather come summer. We can wear cool … [Read more...]
From My Closet on January 4, 2011
It's 2011! Yay! And I am going to try to be better about showing off my lovely little urban closet over here. So, here you go! Sweater: J.Crew Cami: RW&Co Jeans: Gap (Always Skinny) Boots: Santana I cannot tell you how much I love the Always Skinny jeans at the Gap (Also...the legging jeans) They … [Read more...]
From My Closet on December 17th, 2010
Oh my god, you guys. I forgot that I own these boots. They are, likely, 8 years old...without even a hint of exaggeration. And I have worn them once, I think. Maybe. Cardigan and camisole: J.Crew Jeans: Gap, always skinny Boots: Aldo … [Read more...]
From My Closet on October 26th, 2010
Well, I seriously took advantage that day last week when Gap was having a 40% off sale. I bought this cardigan, the belt, and the skinny jeans (they are black!) for sooooooo cheap, and I love them! The necklace is from my sister who got it at Ann Taylor and the shoes...you guys...they are from … [Read more...]
From My Closet on September 25th, 2010
So, here's the deal with this dress. I am in love with it. It has become my go-to dress. I can dress it up. I can dress it down. And, you guys, it's JESSICA SIMPSON. No, for real. It really is. the shoes are from the Gap. City flats. They are amazing. They are so comfortable - - - like slippers. and … [Read more...]
Shop Gap in your PJs!
OK, OK. Shopping online is not exactly a sparkly new trend, is it? But we've waited very patiently for our dear friends at Gap, Old Navy and Banana Republic to jump on the bandwagon, and Canada, NOW THEY HAVE!!!! I'm sorry to yell at you all, but this is a day that millions of women have been … [Read more...]
From MY Closet on August 26th, 2010
You guys. MY HUSBAND bought me this dress. It was so sweet. He said...I saw this and thought of both Betty Draper and YOU. dress: anthropologie shoes: City Flats by Gap. (LOVE) … [Read more...]