A New Domino-esque Replacement

I am not the only one to lament the loss of Domino. I have the coffee table book and few old back issues that I refuse to part ways with. And their delightful editor Deborah Needleman is now the Editor-in-Chief of the totally brilliant Wall Street Journal WSJ weekend magazine. She's also just released a new book, The Perfectly Imperfect Home. Here's to hoping it brings us all the same colorful quirk, delightful texture and lovely charm that Domino once brought into our lives. Book is on sale now, coffee table here it comes.

(photo: courtesy of Amazon)

How To: The Half Untuck

I saw this picture and I couldn't help but smile to myself because I literally just tried to wear my shirt half untucked like this last week and I looked so foolish. On her of course, flawless. I think there's a time and a place for tucked in and sometimes completely untucked can seem too weekend messy. That in between has to be pretty thought out though, as ironic as it seems. If it's a tee, it can't be too long. The shorter the better so that part easily tucks and part easily hangs without being too droopy. If it's a button down, make sure to unbutton one ore more buttons than you're used to, generally up to the exact waist, so that the shirt splits and exactly one half can be tucked in and one half can stay free. 

(photo: courtesy of Mr. Newton)

The Perfect Black Clutch

What a great envelope clutch, no? It looks deceptively expensive, even though it fits the bill for less than $25 from H&M. I have to say there are times when I am just supremely impressed by them and when I saw this design, this was one of those cases. In fast fashion the accessories can tend to fall by the wayside but I think they've done a nice job keeping them fresh, the lines angular and the cuts quite tailored leaving them insanely expensive looking and feeling. Simply put, they're all the more appealing to us.

(photo: courtesy of H&M)

Street Style Inspiration of the Day

I couldn't be more enamored with a photo if I tried. There is something about this that is just about perfection. Maybe it's the way that the cut and crepe of the silhouette hits with the wind or the way the hue of the jumpsuit matches her lips just so. The deep berry red is the perfect complement to her dark hair and the way that nothing, no accessory or fussy detail complicates the bodices clean lines. There is nothing about the look that isn't flawless and I can't seem to look away. 

(photo: courtesy of Vanessa Jackman)

One Last Glimpse: Jenna Lyons' Home

So word on the street is that Jenna Lyons is selling her oft-photographed Brooklyn brownstone and so we're getting all of these fun blog posts paying homage to the beauty that was that beautiful, brilliantly decorated abode. I caught this one shot and couldn't tell what I liked more, her coral and citrus outfit (worn perfectly together) or the red outline of her duvet cover. I know so many people who have riffed on this duvet cover trend and I have never seen it done in red, which is probably why this caught my eye. As for her outfit, I love that instead of sticking with just one bold color she went for broke and did two. Why not, right? She's Jenna Lyons. That's why.

(photo: courtesy of Fashionista)

How To: Layering Necklaces + Blouses

Of course we've all heard that layering techniques are key during winter, like pairing a longer chain necklace over a turtleneck for a super effective look  come winter. But what about a great tie-neck blouse if you're going out? Doesn't that deserve some long-necklace love too? I love how The Glamourai here was able to make them both work at once. If you look closely she paired a necklace of just the right length worn just around the bow-tie of the blouse. The effect is eye-catching and somewhat brilliant...I hadn't seen it done like this before. 

(photo: courtesy of The Glamourai)

DVF Shows us her Archives

I love that after a bit of time out of the spotlight, DVF re-emerged more powerful than ever. Not only is she at the top of her design game but she is like the most powerful woman in fashion as the president of the CFDA. Her wrap dress continues to make waves (all fashion editors cite it as a must-buy) and this amazing video takes a look into her drool-worthy archives.

(video courtesy of DVF)