At the start of 2020, I found myself gravitating toward the word “meaning.” So much so that I made it my Word of the Year and blogged about it to keep myself accountable. Little did I know that in a few short months, the world … Read moreWHERE WE COME FROM
There’s nothing like the buzz of a runway show. Maybe I’m biased, as a fashionista and former (local) model, but the energy is always something else, like a pulsating aura of colors reflected off lights and fabrics and sequins and the emotions of the crowd. … Read moreMidwest Fashion Week (F/W 18)
What can happen in 5 years? Well, a lot. By the numbers, since kicking off this blog (officially) in 2013: 193 blog posts 146 outfit photo shoots 13 fashion shows 4 giveaways (I love gifting people!) 2 “shop local” Indy-area holiday gift guides 1 proposal, … Read moreCheers to 5 years!
If bold and bright isn’t quite your thing, here’s an example of how you can dress up for the holidays without feeling like Mrs. Fashionista Claus. My gold Kate Spade skirt is covered in sequins, and my faux suede block heels shine in the … Read moreHoliday look #2: Sparkles and emerald
The holidays are always better with friends–and holiday lookbooks are no exception. On an insanely cold morning in Carmel, my blogger boo Sierra of Eclectic Kurves and I braved the cold to shoot some holiday looks together, including the perfectly coordinated red-and-black ensembles above. Sierra … Read moreHoliday look #1: Bold and bright
This post is sponsored by the Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library. All opinions and photos are my own. Is there someone on your gift list whose perfect present isn’t the latest gadget or a Black Friday doorbuster? Someone who’s often quoted as saying “The book … Read moreSnow it goes: Holiday shopping ideas
Hope you’ve got your post-dinner elastic-waist pants ready, because it’s officially Thanksgiving week–and we’re only days away from food heaven. Whether you’re hosting your own celebration or stopping by someone else’s, here are a few simple ways I keep it stress-free, meaningful and local. GIFT … Read moreTime to gather … and gobble
Do you like tacos? Margaritas? Street art? Then you’ll want to check out Downtown Indy’s newest addition: Broken English Taco Pub, on the corner of Georgia and Meridian streets (where Tilted Kilt used to be). This is restaurant owner Adolfo Garcia’s first location outside of Chicago, … Read moreThat Taco Tuesday fix–on a Wednesday
It’s time to celebrate the flavor, and smell, and spice of the season – you guessed it, it’s National Pumpkin Day! (Not that we haven’t been celebrating it every day for the last two months…) Haven’t scooped up your pumpkins yet? See more from my … Read moreNational Pumpkin Day
What’s sugary pink, runs on four wheels, and is fueled by cuteness and happy dreams? The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck, of course! The truck–which celebrates all things related to Hello Kitty and her gang of adorable sidekicks–travels around the country, bringing themed goodies and Hello … Read moreHello Kitty, Hello Tokyo