I learned a valuable lesson from watching well-dressed women walk around New York City’s SoHo neighborhood this past weekend: a silk scarf knotted around the neck is all it takes to leave a lasting, elegant impression. The neckerchief—or, if you’re feeling fancy and French, a foulard—can be a triple-digit designer piece or just $14.99, bought…
Chase Sui Wonders may be best known for her burgeoning acting career, but she also wields a lesser-known gift: a discerning eye for vintage fashion. On her regular excursions through downtown Manhattan—where Lara Koleji is one of her favored destinations—she gravitates toward pieces characterized by vivid color palettes, figure-hugging cuts, and razor-sharp tailoring. It was…
In the past, building a work wardrobe wasn’t the most thrilling shopping experience. In fact, the options were quite boring. It was always the same ill-fitting women’s suit, round-toed pump, and satin blouse that wrinkled in an instant. But over the last few years, we’ve untucked our button-downs, opted for more relaxed trousers, and moved…
This summer, I’m shopping on a budget, but I refuse to sacrifice my elegant style sensibilities in the process. I found the best rich-looking warm-weather finds at Zara. The chic, affordable retailer is my hack for nailing the balance between looking expensive and saving my hard-earned money; I’m letting you in on my favorite editor-approved…
