I’ve been on the job hunt for the past few months since moving to New York and it’s been vastly different from searching in Houston and New Orleans.  But the one good aspect of this hunt is that it’s forced me…

I’ve been living in New York for 3 months now and I thought it would be a cool idea to catalog my experiences and perspective starting as a newcomer and then as I transition into a more legit New Yorker…. 

New year, new apartment, new interior design project!  Woo hoo!  Two weeks ago we moved out of corporate housing and into our permanent apartment in lower Manhattan.  You may have seen a glimpse of it on Instagram stories, but don’t…

Maybe it’s because I’m moving, or maybe it’s because I often feel the need to purge and simplify.  Whatever the reason, I recently had my friend Robin over for an audit of my makeup drawer, bag, cabinet, etc.  And I love how…

You may have heard the news before hand, but now it’s official!  LIL and I have bought two one-way tickets to New York and we couldn’t be more excited.  We’ll be landing with Mr. Pickles and the Miz (Verdelle will…

It may be approaching the middle of November here in Houston, yet cold weather still requires nothing more than the occasional light coat.  And, let’s be honest, we live in the land of 9-month summers.  Which means I’m not quite ready to hang…

To sum up the entirety of my style evolution, I can say one thing: it was a lot of mistakes, a lot of learning who I am and then being comfortable with who I am through fashion.  Though luckily for me,…

About a month ago, I started looking for a tool that would cut down my eyebrow time.  My previous system used a clear gel and included three steps, which just seemed like more work that it should be.  And, as you…

It could be the older I get, the longer I’m in the workforce or just the current political climate.  But whatever the reason, I’ve started to notice more and more all of the ways we insult women and use who…

Despite the fact that we live in Houston, aka Land of Eternal Summer, I still can’t help but get excited when Fall rolls around the corner.  Nothing is more sophisticated to me than being able to pair layered clothing with…

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I've always believed that good style should be effortless, individual and uniquely you.  But creating the ideal wardrobe, apartment or beauty routine isn't simple when you're a full-time career girl.  So I'm here to find quick solutions for the elegant professional or street-chic hustler.  Follow along as I curate a lifestyle that is Jackie Kennedy classic, French girl sophisticated and ultimately easy. 

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I've discovered that dressing well can be a path to confidence, happiness and self discovery.  But it can also be frustrating.  Your style should be a unique reflection of you, but finding out who you are and what you like can be a journey filled many mistakes and I'm here to help.  Click to learn more.