The only things more enviable than historic Upper East Side co-ops with Central Park views are the luxurious and elegant outfits of the women living in said homes. Think tweed jackets and Birkin bags paired with classic denim, sumptuous head-to-toe ivory-hued outfits, long faux-fur coats with tailored black cigarette pants and crisp white button-downs, black turtlenecks, pearls, ballet flats, and plenty of opulent vintage jewelry for good measure. They're the kind of outfits that blend luxury ...

It's become a common topic of discussion in the fashion space that during periods of economic uncertainty, consumers tend to pivot their purchases toward wiser investments. That is, after all, a major contributing factor of quiet luxury's success over the last year. And the designer handbag space is far from immune. According to luxury resale site Rebag's Clair Report for 2023, storied houses like Hermès, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton continue to be of top priority in times like this, with t...

There's nothing more validating than when you see someone incredibly stylish wearing something that you just purchased. That happened to me while walking down the streets of the Design District in Miami. There's a new bag brand on the scene called Aupen, and it's still in its IYKYK era, meaning I only spot fashion insiders wearing it. After Taylor Swift picked up its Nirvana bag while styling a wedding guest ensemble, it's been everywhere. I picked it out in red for my trip, and I clearly was...

I'm far from a fashion trailblazer, but I'll admit that over-saturated trends tend to be a bit off-putting to me. If a trend has its own TikTok terminology, it's probably not something I want to spend my money on. One thing I do to stay ahead of the curve is try out seasonal trends early. I have a not-so-secret advantage: I live in Los Angeles, where I can easily test-drive spring and summer trends in the middle of winter. I know that not everyone enjoys this privilege, but with some strat...