How do I even begin describing 2018? IndyDressed turned 5 years old in July, if you can believe it (I still don’t think I totally believe it myself), and I entered a new decade of adventures. (Don’t really believe that either.) Checked off a few … Read moreFarewell, 2018
When that strange-yet-nostalgic scent combination of fresh popcorn and livestock wafts through the neighborhoods near 38th Street in sizzling-hot August, you know it’s time for the Indiana State Fair. With new foodie adventures — deep-fried sugar cream pie, anyone? — and even a new fashion … Read moreStep right up: #FairFashionFridays
All photos by Chantal Dominique Photography Behind a series of hanging curtains and hidden from the view of visitors buying trinkets and outfits from booths nearby, Monique Edwards is rushing around, cell phone in hand and layers of clothes draped over her arm, stopping every … Read more[EVENT] Passion 4 Fashion
When I was younger, every time I’d imagine my future house, I’d envision an old-school office worthy of a turn-of-the-century professor’s den: a haven for academics full of first-edition novels, muted Moroccan rugs, paintings from places abroad and mahogany furniture with forest green and black … Read moreA cup of inspiration
It’s officially summer! (At least, according to the Gregorian calendar–not the Indiana “why has it been so hot?” calendar, which unofficially introduced summer just in time to set a record for the Indy 500.) What better way to celebrate than by grabbing a frozen treat … Read moreSummer solstice: Trends from StyleRiot
Maybe it’s leftover emotion after the royal wedding–and the knowledge that I don’t have any weddings to go to this summer–but I’m suddenly struck with the urge to put on something frilly and dance the night away at a garden party. (Maybe I’ll host my … Read moreRoyal roses
The Indianapolis 500 is officially here (again), and I’m ready to chill with some lemonade and watch the recap tonight. Who are you rooting for? P.S. Stay tuned later this week for more photos from this shoot with Caroline McKinney, who’s not only a photographer … Read moreIt’s race day!
If you’re like me, your Labor Day weekend probably consisted of the quintessential end-of-summer mixture of sizzling grills, a perfume of chlorine and SPF 50, and the most carefree outfits in your closet. Of course, my Labor Day weekend also tends to include the seasonal … Read moreSunshine and (the end of) summertime
Happy Memorial Day to you! If you’re an apartment dweller like me and can’t grill anything without getting in serious trouble with your landlord, here’s a New York Times recipe for the delicious stovetop meatballs I made into summery skewers with oven-roasted veggies.
When in doubt, turn a casual checkered scarf into a shawl worthy of a formal Indy 500 celebration. OUTFIT DEETS: Keyhole-neck beaded top: BCBGMAXAZRIA Pleated chiffon skirt: Express Two-tone strappy heels: Christian Siriano for Payless Checkered scarf: Boomerang BTQ (Mass Avenue) Purse: Kate Spade Kudos … Read moreStart your engines, party people!