Re-enter the Matrix

Prepare yourself for this fact:

The original Matrix movie came out 11 years ago, in 1999.

But the style is just as relevant today with the dark neutrals, leather and jewel tones, formfitting shapes, and a touch of edge, especially for fall.








Never underestimate the power of a red dress.

Toning down summer colors...

Limited blouse, H&M skirt, Guess pumps, Essie Chinchilly polish

Did you watch the Emmys last night?



Lea Michele's gown by Oscar de la Renta was my fave.





Song: Consequence by The Notwist

Afternoons are for...

learning new songs on the guitar...


cuddling with Ernie...


hanging out with my Guess model-esque twin sister...



and reading as many September issues as my vision can handle.




Oh Lucky Magazine. How. HOW did you manage to make Jessica Simpson look like a soccer mom in clothes that cost an upwards of $300 per item? (I checked.)

Blazers are fine, but don't put them with a collared shirt, jeans and earrings plucked from 1994. On her behalf, I submit how she should have been captured:






I mean, seriously Lucky. I did a better job capturing my sister with my cell phone.

Mod about shoes

It's about that time again, time to invest in some new shoes. So let ModCloth be your inspiration.



1. Do You Believe in Magenta? Boot: $49.99
2. Hailing Frequencies Heel: $47.99
3. Alejandra Wedge: $57.99
4. Walk Off Some Steam Wedge: $124.99
5. Living La Vida Mocha Boot: $184.99

I don't know why, but the new style of boots reminds me of 1990s boots, perfected by My So Called Life, and heart string-pulling music by Buffalo Tom.

From work to play

NY&Co skirt, H&M tunic and sandals, vintage cross body bag from the 1980s

Then, go from day to night with a few more easy pieces, which you can stow in your car...




Aldo gold clutch, Steve Madden shoes, Tahari silk jacket

P.S. The little diva who's posing with me is Ernie...

Here's lookin' at you, autumn.

Just playing Robin to my sister's Batman shopping spree.

Mad Men inspiration

Tailoring, hour glass shapes, bright lipstick, bows, class. What's not to like?

Feelin' the blues

American Eagle necklace, Charlotte Russe tank, H&M jeans, Maxx Studio pumps, Elliott Lucca bag




Also thedailywhat recently reposted these recycled chair back hangers. Pretty cool aye?

And if you read my blog and haven't already introduced yourself, feel free! I love checking out other people's work. Hi everyone!

JetBlue's Steven Slater gets his own post.

The tee shirt, which is by Donkey Tees, is available for $18 here.

Tale of the bottomless accessory drawer...