Casual Work Wear
My office in the Meatpacking District is generally pretty casual, shorts and “athleisure” are fair game. But it’s also not unlikely to spot a suit or LBD with stilettos. My style is casual and comfortable, and I...
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And let there be outfit posts, but first…
For the past few months I’ve toyed with the idea of featuring outfit posts on City and Us; a lot of blogs feature outfit posts. It’s a great way to discover new pieces, trends, and...
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17 Mother’s Day Gifts From Etsy (under $40!)
Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10th–less than two weeks away. Do you have plans yet? Dinner? Long phone chat? Brunch? Etsy is a wonderful place to find unique, handmade gifts for special people in your...
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7 Stylish Short Rain Boots
Unlike rainy days back in Vermont where rain smells fresh and earthy, rainy days in New York City are kind of, well, gross–it’s one of the more unpleasant things about living here. We’ve had a few...
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Read MoreA Smart Spring Fashion Tip
Last week, this Refinery29 article on dressing for spring caught my eye. In the post, Liz Adams of Sequins & Stripes, a Chicago-based fashion blog, shared looks that can easily transition from winter to spring and summer....
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Everlane’s New Trousers and Beautifully Real Models!
On Monday, Everlane’s first pant collection launched on their website, and they nailed it. Partnering with a Hong Kong-based and family owned and operated factory, Everlane developed two new womens’ trousers. The Slouchy Trouser has a...
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Women in Science Instagram Series by Rachel Ignotofsky
Did you see Rachel Ignotofsky’s Instagram feature yesterday? Combining her passions for science and drawing, Ignotofsky celebrates groundbreaking female scientists with quirky illustrations. Here’s an excerpt of her interview with Instagram: ***** “I wanted to do my...
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Do or Don’t: Emoji Jewelry
Would you wear emoji jewelry? Emojis are small digital images or icons used most often in text messages or on social media to express emotions and ideas. First popular in Japanese culture–emoji means “picture letter”...
Read MoreMy Basic Uniform
One of these days, I will do an outfit post of my own–that is, photos of me in stuff I actually wear and not reposted pictures that I’ve stumbled upon via Instagram or Pinterest. But for...
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