Portugal The Man

I recently had the opportunity to style John Gourley of Portugal.The Man.  Check out his interview, summer fashion picks, and the new album at Gilt MANual.

{photos:: Tom Schirmacher)

Menswear Spring Essentials

Styled by yours truly!

Model:: Robby Roache/RED

Food & Menswear...

I know it has been a while since there has been some action around here. I will go ahead and skip the excuses if we can agree to kiss and make up :)

I've said it before, if I wasn't in fashion I would be in the culinary industry.  I love the new series that Mr. Porter has recently launched, "The Way I Cook."  Combining my passion for food and menswear...what a dream come true.  Enjoy the video and recipe!...

What I Want Now:: BIG Hair...

I'm always changing my hair; mohawks, racing stripes, Rapunzel length extensions, blue highlights, exaggerated bobs...you name it, I've probably done it.  As I start to imagine my fall wardrobe I see big curls as my default accessory.  I'm from Texas where hair is BIG without question so it only seems appropriate that I embrace my natural texture and southern upbringing.  I can't help but be inspired by and love these big, bouncy dos!

ABC of Men's Fashion...

Jeff Staple of Reed Space/Staple Design and his thoughts on men's fashion...

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LOVES IT...Check back for more ABC of Men's Fashion videos!

Without Fail...

I was swiping images that inspired me and I realized they all had a common thread...Black & White.  This can only mean one thing, fall is on my mind.  Without fail the cold chill blows through and my wardrobe retreats to a monotone note.  I never fight it, just add pops of colors and/or a red lip.

This pedicure is a must! So adorable.


I love the look and as much as I don't want to admit it, I love Kanye's shoes here.

I can't budget for the id necklace so I'll settle for this tee.

All white everything for winter...not revolutionary but still chic!

{all images: They All Hate Us}

Double Duty...

Every season I fall in love with the graphic Givenchy prints, and this season is no exception.  I am a self proclaimed beach bum so of course the shark sweatshirt agrees with me.

{Givenchy Shark Print Sweatshirt, Asos-Dagmar Skinny Jeans}

I've said it before, my work attire has to be functional (comfortable shoes, easy to move in) but still embody my personality.  The accessories I'm drawn to tend to be bold in character while maintaining a classic appeal.  I used these Mascot sunglasses at work and will be bringing a pair to my own arsenal.  For fall I'm feeling a pair of masculine inspired broken in loafers and this studded embossed bag.

There are never enough hours in the day, so running home to change before happy hour just isn't gonna happen!  Instead I'll swap out for these leopard print pumps and dump the contents of my purse into this cobalt clutch.  I'm never one to leave without accessorizing, so some added pizazz with a coveted id bracelet and a quick swipe of my favorite red lipstick has me running out the door in time for $4 margaritas!

Work:: Mascot Sunglasses, Vlieger and Vandam purse, Church's loafers 

Happy Hour:: Loreal's Beyonce Red lipstick, Maison Margiela ID bracelet, Madewell pumps, Proenza Schouler clutch