Cat, Interrupted

Blouse and skirt, Banana Republic. Blazer, Club Monaco. Pearls, gift. Belt, H&M. Flats, Browns.

I wish I had written this post earlier because now I`m all out of energy... and cat jokes. All I can tell you is that after dozens of photoshoots in this very garden, she was a useful prop (What? Everybody knows all cats are ladies). Not as practical as a greenery veil, but infinitely cuter.

Andy Bernard Strikes Again

Dress and sweater, J.Crew. Shirt and pumps, Banana Republic. Tie, Izod.

Today's cuts and colors are brought to you by the inimitable Andy Bernard. He wears a dress shirt, I don a shirtdress. He rocks a critter cravate, I tie mine into a belt. And that's how it's done in my house! Honestly, I should be paying NBC royalties by now.

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L'Abattoir

The following post may contain adult language and subject matter. Reader discretion is advised. 

 
Tired of going to the same bars, ordering the same old drink? (although I doubt one could ever tire of Gin and Tonics). Smack in the middle of Gastown, L'Abattoir is your solution. I'm a sucker for sparkling concoctions, so I went with the most impractical cocktail - aesthetically exquisite, but with a lemon peel that tickled my face. I guess you could say I was doubly amused that night.

Alfonso, $11
Sparkling wine, Dubonnet, sugar, Angostura bitters, citrus oils

Gird Your Loins

Blouse, Tommy. Jackie Cardigan, J.Crew. Skirt, thrifted. Pumps, Nine West.

Long time, no blog, darlings but I assure you, it wasn't you, it was moi. I mean, it's not that I forgot to get dressed this week, but photographing outfits proved impossible. I also dealt with a stubborn cold that puckered my face into the most disagreeable subject. In other words, it wasn't pretty. But now I'm back and ready to start cookin' some new grammar recipes. Just when you thought the Grammar Police was out of sight... she reared her thick neck (true story) right back in!

Skirt Fever

1) Lilly Pulitzer Whitley Mini, $98
2) J.Crew Dorrie Skirt in Dragonfly Blue, $75.00
3) Talbots Poplin Full Skirt, $89.50 
4) Marc Jacobs Wool-blend Tweed Mini, $495
5) Kate Spade Sunny Kolette Skirt, $295
6) Vineyard Vines Rainbow Row Skirt, $98.50


Dear readers, I have just diagnosed myself with skirt fever. With the myriad of options available this season, can you blame me? I didn't think so. So, which do you like best?

A Happy Hunting Ground

Dress, BCBGirls. Trench coat and cardigan, J.Crew. Scarf (on head), Brooks Brothers. Earrings, vintage gift. Belt, Eddie Bauer. Tights, Hue. Pumps, Nine West.

We don't get April showers - we get year-round showers. That is why you can become obsessed with owning the perfect trench coat around here, maybe even start a small collection. Mine has only made it to two but I have my eye on several beauties this season. I'm lurking in the windows, waiting for the right time to pounce... on a substantial sale. Ah, the thrill of the chase.

La Vie En J.Crew

Sweater and dress, J.Crew. Beret, mall vendor. Belt, mom's vintage. Pumps, Nine West.

Most days, I choose to see life through J.Crew-colored glasses: vivid, polished, and preppy. That is not to say that I often wear it head-to-toe or spend my evenings reading their catalogs in the tub (okay, maybe just once a week), but if I can throw a playful cashmere sweater over a silk taffeta dress and not look ridiculous... Well, readers, that makes walking to work in the morning that much more enjoyable.