Since today marks the start of September, it seems like the perfect time to let you know what Fall basics your closet cannot live without. Check out these timeless pieces that will get you through this season (and the next, and the next) in pure style. Must-Have #1: A Basic Blazer What I love: Jones New York Collection “Broadway Blazer,” $199, jny.com. […]
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Fashion for Rent
If you’re looking for high fashion (or any fashion, for that matter) at an affordable price, then these three websites are worth checking out—all of them loan out tons of must-have pieces at very reasonable rates. #1 What’s the scoop? The brainchild of a couple of Harvard Business School coeds, this site lends out an array of high-fashion clothing and […]
Beautiful Bras for Small Busts
I recently discovered an ingenious bra company that I know all of my petite friends out there will appreciate: Lula Lu Petite Lingerie. Just like the name indicates, this is a brand dedicated to designing bras for small-chested women. The sizes vary while staying true their A-cup customer: You can find 30AA to 38A bras, as well as AAA cups (a […]
A Hands-Free Bag You’ll Love
Lately, I’ve become obsessed with cross body messenger bags, and for good reason, not only are they a timeless addition to your wardrobe, but they’re also uber-functional. The hands-free design is, well, handy—a true life-saver for me as I make the rounds in New York City every day. I can only imagine that anyone else would feel the same, no […]
Cute Sandals…for Ugly Feet
I recently received a distressed note from a reader about shoes and the trouble she was having finding pretty sandals (read: not closed-toe flats) for her not-so-pretty feet. I quickly realized that she had made a valid point. As a runner, my feet are often callused and blistered, and I’m sure that other athletes and non-athletes alike suffer from similar issues. […]
Styling Tips from Our Fashion Photo Shoots
Since we’re shooting our September fashion feature this week in Montana, I wanted to share with you our top three styling kit essentials. They just so happen to be items that our director relies on to make everything look absolutely flawless for the camera. Check them out because they just may help you look picture perfect, too. 1. NuBra Feather-Lite adhesive bra, […]
All Eyes on This
When I received an email about the following eyewear company, I had to make sure I was seeing things clearly. Lucky for you, I was. I now have the pleasure of introducing Spexclub, a new online retailer specializing in customizable eyewear. The best part? Every style is under $100 – $88 for prescription and $58 for non-prescription lenses, to be […]
Suit Yourself
As the weather finally heats up in NYC, I couldn’t imagine a better way to further introduce myself to the Real Simple blogosphere than with a post about swimsuits. (I love warm weather and am a true devotee to anything and everything related to it.) This summer, I’ve become totally enamored with Spanx’s swim line. Yes, in case you hadn’t already heard, […]












