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fashion: looks to copy

While I surf the internet for outfit ideas, I always stumble upon many ensembles I consider for myself. Although I click on where the pieces are from, I also prefer the challenge of recreating the outfits on a budget, from any number of my favorite department and boutique stores. Here are a few I am certainly going to copy, creating my own unique look: {click here and here for details of the outfits above}

getting ready for a trip and what to wear

Normally I travel in the warmer months, sort of intentionally so I don’t have to pack sweaters, boots and coats in my carry on. But, this year, even my trips abroad is  turned around and I’m leaving much sooner than I planned, clocking my arrival across the pond, in the winter/not really spring season. So, packing is a challenge of course since I need to figure out how to dress warm and comfy, without hauling too much.  Of course, these outfits are a must: {photos and credit, click here}

a double take on winter fashion

Women, I think just as equal to men, look at other women, but mostly because of the fashion statement the admired is making at the time she is being looked at. I know I do. I look at a well dressed woman all the time, sometimes even do a double take, especially when she isn’t looking in my direction. What can I say, I appreciate a well thought out ensemble, a unique look or even something very simple, as long as it stands out and catches my eye. San Francisco, a city hardly like New York, Paris, Milan and maybe London, still surprises me sometimes. Especially when I walk about Union Square or Nob Hill, I get a glimpse of some fashionable women parading their attire, especially at a brunch get together at a fancy restaurant or an upscale department store. Winter time in particular is the most interesting and although we haven’t experienced true winter this year, I still see a few, insisting to dress season appropriate.  I don’t dare photograph them, no matter …

for the love of a woman – gift ideas

I always think it would be fun for a man to put together a casual ensemble for the love of the woman in his life, 🙂 and even if it’s a mere copy of the one below – the gesture is welcomed: 1. Coat: Joseph Man wool and cashmere-blend USD895 2. Pants: Ben wool-twill pants USD375 3. Sweater: T by Alexander Wang Ribbed cotton-blend sweater USD310 4. Boots: Burberry Shearling-lined leather USD895 6. Bag: Miu Miu Expandable leather tote USD1150 7. Scarf: Burberry Prorsum Polka-dot cashmere and silk-blend USD995 9. Sunglasses: Ray-Ban The Wayfarer USD150 {ensemble reference point, click here}