My first ever Chanel piece, a classic chain strapped quilted lambskin was handed down to me by my mother a decade after she picked it up in Paris. It has been with me through good times and bad, and was by my side during some major milestones. Suffice to say, this baby was well loved. Like the Velveteen Rabbit, she was in need of some serious TLC. When I brought her in to the Chanel boutique and the bag doctor…
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Make it Monday is happening today since most people I talked to today thought it was Monday anyway with the holidays falling in the middle of the week. We’ll be recreating this much sought after sold out bow shoulder sweater because your old pullover needs and upgrade and you have gift ribbons galore thanks to Santa. This is a simple, no mess DIY project perfect for champagne sipping during a snow storm, and when you’re all done, pop it right…
I’m going to tell you a secret that shoe retailers and your shoe repair man don’t want you to know. You can turn your dated round or almond toe shoes into a classic pointed toe pair, and you can do it yourself. I had this pair of brown suede Chanel mary janes. The suede had seen better days and the almond toe pump was dating them far more than the few scuffs. However, I have a sentimental attachment to those…
Are you attending an ugly sweater Christmas party and you only have a closet full of beautiful cashmere? Have no fear, for these awesome DIY ideas are here. 1. Snow Globe Sweater via Be Different Act Normal Not only is this super easy, it doesn’t require buying or ruining any clothes. All you need is a plain sweater, cotton balls, construction paper, a clear trash bag and some string.…
One of my favorite fashion moments of 2013 was back on October 24th when Nicole Richie topped a 20’s style sequined dress with a lacey cat eared headpiece at the Who What Wear 50 Most Fashionable Women Of 2013 party in West Hollywood. It’s quirky and unexpected yet the lace draped across her forehead is so elegant. You probably own a scalloped lace trimmed dress, skirt or tank that you’re over, so why not reconstruct it and make a chic…
Since I’ve been on a painting kick lately, I decided to keep the momentum going and finally DIY the Chanel Striped Top I’ve been lusting after. When I first saw this street style inspired take on a classic Parisian striped tee worn by Sienna Miller I had two thoughts: 1. I want that, and 2. I can make that. If any of you felt the same way, you already know we pretty much had to since this beauty sold out…
Ever since I laid eyes on the Reece Hudson Bowery Clutch on ManRepeller this summer, I’ve been dreaming of making her mine. Last night I did just that. Well, almost. It may not be a Reece Hudson, but it’s custom, and it cost about a tenth of the price of the original. I had planned on painting a pattern on the pistol, but I’m digging the all gold silhouette print for holiday and it definitely makes a statement in solid.…