I cannot lie: I love skirts & boots, especially my Fryes. I got them in 2004. I take great care of them, and they are my most comfortable boots ever. Classic, iconic and cool. They deserve my TLC and being part of so many of my crazy adventures. Skirts: on the left I discovered at a sample sale. On the right is a thrift store find. Both have part of my wardrobe for more than 6 years. When I find beautiful things to add to my wardrobe I take care of them so I can enjoy them longer. And let me tell ya, I save a shit-ton on money since I don’t have to buy new stuff all the time. Going green is gold, baby.
Utt-oh moment…didn’t give myself enough time to capture this amazing dress before heading out to the @obieawards. These are the best I got. Ta-dah! This emerald green gem is a Trina Turk from 4 years ago. I found it WAY back in the clearance rack at Nordstrom Rack (hello, kick-ass deal). I’m guessing no one wanted it because the size label was missing??? (these things happen, humans). It’s an incredibly beautiful dress that makes me feel incredible. A few lessons here: 1) as a stylist, best to schedule proper time to capture looks. Duh. 2) you are more than a number on a tag. Don’t let it define you. 3) take care of your beautiful things so you can enjoy them for years.
EVERYONE is smiling in NYC today. Out the door I go: gonna get me some of that sunshine. Dress is a Marc Jacobs NYC thrift store find. Mala beads are on me almost every day. Earrings handcrafted by a Portland (OR) artist; I’ve had then for 12 years. Limited addition Aviator’s have been with me for over 8 years. We are very good friends (I frickin love them; so many stories we share) #truefriends
These 4 pieces (jacket, shirt, necklace & earrings) have accumulatively been part of my wardrobe for 60 years. We have had so much fun together: Oh if they could talk. I know where, when & why I purchased each one. And I plan on keeping them around for years to come. .I got the necklace in Jackson Hole, WY at a trunk show in 2001. The artist was from Washington state at would take vintage brooches and turn them into necklaces. I was at a low point and didn’t have much money at the time. But this necklace spoke to me. I thought about it for the length of the party. I remember finally thinking “Fuck it. Do something nice for yourself.” A few days later I signed on a new client with big bucks. Ever since it has been my Go-To piece when meeting with new prospects. 🤩
Officially sipped the kool-aid with @patagonia : one of my first purchases as an employee. Could not be more proud to work for this company. We are constantly told how amazing this brand is. We think so too. 🌎🌲☮️
Getting my spring on. Top: vintage, gifted to me from a dear friend who was cleaning out her closet. Jeans: Isabel Marant; I’ve had since 2015 and never gonna give them up. I love love love them. Take THE best care so they will last forever. Shoes: Vans, part of the VF Corporation. VF is making substantial changes to make their brands more earth friendly. Plus, they are timeless icons. 🌎🌲☮️
This look is all about the choker. I got it at a Western boutique in Portland OR over 20 years ago. Accessories are the frosting of a great look: that’s why I always purchase quality, take good care and keep them forever. Cover yourself with the good stuff. Tip on being unique: stay clear of the mass produced, cheap stuff. Support artisan’s and your style dial will reach a new high. The J.Crew blouse is from 2009. Current/Elliott skirt is from 2015 and a wardrobe stable of mine. Boots: Vince Camuto. Yes, you’ve seen them before. I wear them ALL THE TIME cause they are so frickin cool.
This is my out-and-about-getting-shit-done look. I’ve had the jacket since the 90’s. Sure it was meant to be a trend but I turned it into a keeper. Found these Isabel Marant jeans on the Clearance rack at Nordstrom Rack. That means they went from Designer to Designer Sale to Nordstrom Rack to Rack Sale to Rack Clearance without anyone snagging them. How does that happen??!? Don’t care. We were meant to be. Mine for over 5 years and won’t let them go. T-shirt? Of course Love First. Making tree-hugging hip through the power of self-love….
My night out: Above&Beyond in NYC. My outfit for the occasion: I’ve had the fishnet top and velvet, formfitting camisole for over 10 years. I buy quality and I take care of my clothes: they last longer & I get more usage (aka good R.O.I.) and less in the landfill. Wide legged J-Brand jeans I purchased at a thrift store in West Hartford, CT a few years back. I <3 them; wear them all the time. 🌎☮️
Thanks to my NYC ID card, I have free membership for a year to many of New York’s museums, gardens & zoos. This afternoon is being spent in the National Museum of Natural History. Dressed totally tree-hugger style for the outing: all Sutter Larkin (my eco-clothing line). I take the unwanted and turn them into the wanted. All materials are giving a second life-cycle. Each individual piece enhances individual style.
Holiday Cheer with a good friend: local, neighborhood bar. hand-knit sweater: SF Goodwill; Madonna shirt: gift from friend; slacks: Portland designer, Michelle DeCourcy; belt: have no idea (found in a thrift store LONG time ago); shoes: Sorel (love them, have had them forever).
From work to play. I love this sweater. One of my first yoga teachers picked it out for me over a decade ago. I refuse to give it up. Dress going on 3 year. Boots = 12 years. Purchase great quality, take good care and make your wardrobe last and last and last…🌎️
