Jason Wu Lace-Detail Shirt

When I saw this online, I adored it; in person, not so much. The fitted look the model portrays is nothing like the reality. The blouse is boxy and hardly figure-flattering. A good deal of tailoring might redeem it.

Here are the details from the Neiman-Marcus site:
- Black poplin with tonal sheer deconstructed lace panels and short sleeves
- Double-layer point collar; lace-taped button front
- Pintucked detail on back
- Slim fit (??? - perhaps the blouse I tried on was an anomaly?)
- cotton / polyamide / spandex made in USA


 ... does anyone else find the model a little scary?

Lanvin Draped Half-Belt Dress

Lanvin Draped Half-Belt Dress at Neiman-Marcus

From the site:
- silk crepe
- Grecian-inspired draped front gathers at right shoulder, ties in bow high
- asymmetric neckline
- relaxed draping forms slight cocoon silhouette
- ruched half belt cinches front waist

Thought for the day

Sometimes the best way to turn the other cheek is to hit the 'unfriend' button.
- April 13, 2012

Wine in your floor

This is so fantastic; I want one!

The Spiral Wine Cellar

Martinis...

"Thou shall not match martinis with men" was the counsel of Jo Foxworth, one of the few women in the Advertising Hall of Fame. "Some women can drink some men under the table, but a man under the table can still be dangerous."
-Town & Country, March 2012, p. 134

Favorite Things: Michael Kors iPhone Wristlet

Available at Nordstrom, this Michael Kors iPhone Wristlet is the perfect go to when you aren't interested in carrying a purse. The only thing missing is a space for lipstick. Tuck your iPhone, a credit card and your ID into the pockets, loop the strap around your wrist and go. I frequently clip my keys to it and have everything I need in one handy spot. I also use this in place of my regular wallet when I carry my purse; it's smaller and lighter yet easy to find in my bag. Available in a few colors.

Mini Pumpkin Pies