spring jeans

 

This spring calls for a new white jean silhouette: high-waisted, loose-fitting, and leg-lengthening. To sum up: super flattering. The pair by Zara, above, is perfection, but so are these by Slvrlake, Goldsign, and Citizens of Humanity.

rothy's

 

For better or worse, I'm a form-over-function girl. As in: I prioritize style over comfort. But then a brand like Rothy's comes my way and brilliantly and equally serves up both--and is planet-friendly, to boot! (Shoes and bags are made with repurposed plastic water bottles.) My favorite shoes right now are these pointy-toe, crazy-comfy flats pictured, which, no joke, I wear around the clock. They're also weirdly flattering--something about its shape that makes my big size-10 feet cuter! I also adore the lug-my-life-around carry-alls, like the camo tote and the super chic reversible(!) catch-all in last pic. Check out the collection here.

billowy blouses

 

 LA-based artist Jazy Goh has spring's billowy blouse nailed! Proof here! I love the Shona Joy balloon-sleeve, above,  the Ministry of Style, below, and how it's unbuttoned down to there! Plus: the yellow embroidered Seven Wonders, second snap down, this truly perfect white button down from Free People, this sexy Staud, and this pretty ruffled Doen.

 

 

spring sezane

 

 

Thank you, Sezane, for making all the boho-sexy, Isabel Marant-ish looks I want to wear this spring--for less! Among my faves, the $180 wrap mini dress, above, the embroidered high-collared shirt, below, this balloon-sleeve lightweight sweater and this gorgeous broderie anglaise blouse. Shop the new spring collection here!

 

 

rain or shine

 

Poster girl for Scandi style, Pernille Teisbaeck, above, is doubling down on the the trench coat trend this spring. No need to wait for April showers to do the same! I'd layer on any of these under $200 coats by H&M, Mango (above) and BB Dakota.

Photo: Pernille Teisbaek

knit bits

 

 

Since sweater weather lasts a lot longer in England, I am looking there--specifically to London-based lawyer Lorna Humphrey--for some new knitwear inspo. Her trick to keeping things fresh is simple: head-to-toe neutrals, classic silhouettes and layering. In other words: forever chic, fail-proof sweaters that I can wear season after season, like these from By Malene Birger (below), Zara, Club Monaco, Rebecca Minkoff, and BB Dakota.

 

 Photos: Symphony of Silk

drop in

 

 

Stylist and designer (and my dear friend) Mary Alice Haney has the dressed the glam likes of Reese Witherspoon and Taylor Swift--and now me, thanks to her just-launched Amazon The Drop collection launching today! The collection, available for 2 days only, includes this cute, super flattering leopard print dress, above. Sizing is available in XXS-3X , and every piece is made to order ( good for the environment) and under $100 (good for me and you!). Shop it all here.

the fine print

$69, zara

 

Kicking off the week with this vibrant burst of blossoms.

 

1. Zara dress, $69, zara.com

2. Luv Aj charm necklace, $80, shopbop.com

3. Cesta Collective cross-body bag, $495, cestacollective.com

4. Loeffler Randall leather slides, $275, shopbop.com
 

spring forward

 

 

With 73% of the United States blanketed in snow (the most widespread coverage in 17 years!), spring may feel like it's eons away but, in fact, it arrives in just 30 days! To say that I'm looking forward to longer days and warm sunshine would be an understatement. I'm also anticipating the big bloom, as in a crop of new wardrobe florals, such as the J.Crew dress, below, this gorgeous Sika dress (20% of proceeds will benefit the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation) and this $100 petal-hued pretty by English Factory, plus spring's must-have quilted jacket, above, (this, this, this and this!), along with a string of page-turners to plow through, like Sorrow and Bliss, Queenie, and Moms Don't Have Time To. Finally, on the binge-watch list: It's A Sin and Euphoria. Happy Weekend, people!

 

 

under wraps

 

Stockholm-based screenwriter Fanny Ekstrand, below, knows a thing or two about dressing for long and frigid winters: "The colder the day, the longer the scarf," she asserts. Right now, she's not the only one wrapping up (in Loewe)--even indoors, too! The extra versatile layer is also a stylish flourish, as these pics prove. I'd like to weather the teeth-chattering cold with these knits from Acne Studios (last pic), &Daughter (above), and Madewell.

 

 

mother of pearl

$160, uterque

 

All the trappings of Chanel-chic but at a cheaper price!

 

1. Deveaux turtleneck, $1195, netaporter.com

2. Slvrlake jeans, $330, netaporter.com

3. Shashi earrings, $58, shopbop.com

4. Staud chain-handle bag, $350, shopbop.com

5. Uterque flats,  $160, uterque.com

double denim

 

 

Still on the fence about double-dipping in denim? Here are some compelling reasons to try it, and if you need help calibrating your blues, all you have to do is look to Mango for its one-and-done jumpsuit, below, puff-sleeve mini, and belted dress, along with these pieces by Citizens of Humanity, H&M, Free People, and Gabriella Hearst.

 

 

 

 

amazing amanda

 

 

Amanda Sanchez has the plum job of being Chanel's in-house model and, naturally, the most covetable work wardrobe to go with: a chic yet nonchalant mix of jeans, white t-shirts, A-line skirts, sneakers, and, of course, lush Chanel tweed and supple quilted leather. All of which she wears to rue Cambon headquarters daily, and with so much aplomb that she recently inspired Chanel's real-life wardrobe-based Spring 2021 collection. Inspiringly, it's all for the taking on Amanda's Instagram feed. What I love most is how she grounds her style in accessible pieces. Take, for instance, her colorful Vans (these classic slip-ons, these go-with-everything  checks),  Nikes, and funky socks (gingham, skater, print)--accents that any of us can employ on this side of Seine. Also doable: her long A-line skirts with a vintage-y yet versatile vibe, like these by Frame, Mara Hoffman and H&M. Structured t-shirts are also in order like this vintage Chanel, this Acne Studios and this Theory. And for the win: discounted vintage Chanel!

bling empire

 

 

The Lunar New Year kicks off today--an occasion to start fresh and share in the hope of good things to come. I'm ringing it in with some good luck bling, namely my new Mignonne Gavigan lariat, above, and getting inspired to keep things continually sparkly with these snaps below. Let's start with the Brinker and Eliza gold necklace and spiral bracelet, immediately below, along these EF diamond hoops, or these double gold vermeil (read: affordable!) ones by Completedworks. Also would not mind shining in these under-$200 pieces by Demarson, Cloverpost, Bauble Bar, Thatch Jewelry (truly obsessed with these!), and Madewell. Read more about the Year of the Ox and its emphasis on the yin metal element (read: something sparkly!) here! Happy Weekend, all!

 

 

bright and sunny

 

$69, zara

 

One more reason to look forward to warm, sunny days ahead!

1. Zara print dress, $69, zara.com

2. Maison Monik Baguette ring, $99, shopbop.com

3. Missoni printed canvase bag, $330, luisaviaroma.com

4. Ancient Greek Sandals lace-up sandals, $265, netaporter.com

art supplies

 

 

I've recently received a bunch of texts and emails asking about the photograph in my living room, above, so I thought I'd just share it here! It was taken by my father Co Rentmeester in Santa Monica for a story called California Girls published in Life Magazine in 1970. I love it because it perfectly captures an activity I love most: frolicking on the beach! Meredith Publishing now owns the rights to it, and I just discovered the print is actually available for purchase on Art.com! Speaking of affordable under-the-radar art and home improvements, Urban Outfitters just unveiled its new spring collection and it's rife with some keepers, like this sculptural rattan chair, this modernist bench, this striped woven chair, this industrial stool, and statement-making floor lamp. Also, Anthropologie has some good new finds too including this amazing floor mirror and this table lamp.

the beltway

 

 

Around this time of year sweater fatigue tends to kick in, and I want to wear something... different. But I don't love the idea of buying something new in the winter department. So, here's a fresh styling trick for a tired, old sweater: belt it! I love these versatile options from H&M (no one would ever know!), Frame and Isabel Marant. The yummy oversize cardigan, above, is from Cos.

think big

 

 

Copenhagen just staged its first fully digital fashion week, but that didn't keep its style stars from making IRL fashion statements out on the streets. The biggest trend by far: long, baggy jeans (A.K.A. Dad Jeans) and pants, as seen in these snaps from the week here. I like these more everyday wearable (and flattering!) versions from Levi's, H&M, AGOLDE, Isabel Marant (on sale), Pull & Bear, and Re/Done. Also large in charge: oversize (and extra warm) coats and jackets, like these by And Other Stories, Mango, and Perfect Moment.

 

 

love to pieces

Who else is hitting a Pandemic Wall?! Dude! What's helping me keep sane is fantasizing about future (and healthier) time, when we will finesse statement swimsuits, like the Pucci, above, (on sale here and here), host friends for drinks in adorable Hotel Magique glasses, below, and run around in gorgeous dresses like this, this and this. This time will come soon, I hope!