The Chic Family

Make sure you pick up the December/January issue of Harper's Bazaar.  It's chock full of fabulous fashion and a look inside Patricia Herrera Lansing's New York apartment. You can also read the entire story here. I can't decide what I want more now, a ball gown or a teepee!  

Photos by Christopher Sturman 

Thanks Harper's Bazaar!

Big thanks to HarpersBazaar.com for profiling Creativity at Work on their Book Corner.  You can read more about how the book came about and my thoughts on blogging here. 

Don't forget that I will be signing books this Sunday at Archivia Books. If you can't make it to the signing, you can call them to order a signed copy to be sent to you. 

Habitually Chic Book Signing

Sunday, October 28, 2012 

3:00 - 5:00pm 

Archivia Books

993 Lexington Avenue

New York, NY 10021

212-570-9565

Bon Weekend!

Chic in Milan

The fashion flock have moved onto Paris but let's take a minute to review some street style looks from Milan. The main problem with most street style looks is that people are trying too hard.  I've chosen these ensembles because they actually look relatable, even the colorful ones.  And while most of us wouldn't leave the house in a crop top you could replicate a similar look with a longer tank or throw a blazer over a crop top for a more modest look. 

I need this dress in my life!

I also need leather leggings and picked out this pair from Vince. 

For the record, I don't advocate smoking. One reader accused me of being a smoker because I posted pictures of people smoking which I am not.  People in Europe smoke, that's just the way it is.  

The clutch is the bag of choice during this fashion month.  I'd carry one too if I had a car and driver to stove all my other stuff but until then, I'll continue to carry a tote. 

This is one of my favorite looks. 

This is the most covered up I've ever seen Anna Dello Russo!

The colorful mirrored sunglasses in many of the pics are from Spektre. 

While every street style photog snapped the girl in the red dress, I think the girl on the right looks chicer!

Ciao Milano!

Photos from Tommy Ton, Phil Oh, Harper's Bazaar and The Cut

Shop Bazaar

When I first met Joyann King, the site editor of Harper's Bazaar, I told her how much I loved "shopping" the magazine.  I love that it's full of pieces at every price level and something for everyone. Now you can actually shop the magazine online. This morning, I attended an intimate breakfast hosted by editor-in-chief Glenda Bailey who gave us a peek into Shop Bazaar, their new online store.  They've partnered with American Express and Saks Fifth Avenue but also work directly with designers to bring the best of the magazine straight to your closet.  Right now, the fall selection is limited but the store should increase to over 1,000 items for spring.  To request an invitation, click here.  Happy Chic Shopping!

More is More

One of the most special things I was able to do on my recent trip to Los Angeles was visit Tony Duquette's legendary home Dawnridge and meet Hutton Wilkinson.  The timing couldn't have been more perfect since the Tony Duquette for Coach collection was just launching with parties while I was in town. For those of you who don't know, Hutton Wilkinson started working for Tony Duquette in 1971 and after the designer's death in 1999, he has been keeping his designs and legacy alive.  When the first Tony Duquette book was released in 2007, Bergdorf Goodman dedicated their holiday windows to the designer and I remember attending the book party.  Never in my wildest dreams could I imagine that I would eventually visit Dawnridge in person. Just another one of those pinch me moments that have come about because of my blog.  

While there, my friend and I noticed a more modern house next door that seemed to be connected to Dawnridge but I forgot to ask about it.  Fast forward to the March issue of Harper's Bazaar where I found out that it's Hutton Wilkinson's new house that he shares with his wife of 35 years, Ruth.  He says it's his most personal design and full of over the top detail, gorgeous colors, and lots of gold. The photos make the perfect juxtaposition to some of the new pieces from the Tony Duquette for Coach collection.  Just another example of how art, design, fashion, and jewelry can inspire each other. And maybe if I keep dreaming, someone will buy me that fabulous malachite ring for my birthday.  Hint, hint. 

Photos by Christopher Sturman for Harper's Bazaar.