November 2, 2015
by Julia DiNardo
October 19, 2015
by Julia DiNardo
I always want to put forth my best self, be it mentally, physically, or sartorially. No matter the activity or challenge, I want to be well-prepared and dressed for the occasion, which may involve a shoe switch or two. Pictured above is how I dressed for my trip to the Adirondacks; I was decked out in Columbia gear that was prepared to repel any kind of wetness the weather threw at me, but depending on where we were, in a town or hiking trails, all I had to do was swap out my shoes in order to blend in. It was such an easy switch to make, and although I saw many-a-folk hiking in inappropriate footwear, like flip flips, before, the last thing I knew I wanted to worry about or be distracted by on this trip was my feet.
Now, back to the city: casual but still pulled together, a bit of a chunky heel, with a hiking-style boot resting on top is what I will wear the most, since this is my usual “natural habitat.” What I love about these shoes is that they have that hiking boot vibe, with my city-centric needs met via a stable, sturdy heel being, not too high or spindly, and great with boyfriend jeans or skinny pants. I’m working on merging my country and city style sensibilities, but for now, we will have to keep plenty of great footwear options within reach.
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October 12, 2015
by Julia DiNardo
By mid-October every year, I’m reluctantly packing away my summer clothes, with only a few apparel and accessory items remaining behind, with the hope of layering them to transition into the colder weather, or for positive thoughts of a freakishly warm day or two in the near future. I simply adore the summer, and feel like I relish in dressing for the season; the thought of endless summer days are what makes me most happy. Meanwhile, when winter rolls around, I feel the effects of seasonal mood disorder rapidly set in, missing my summer-centric belongings and fighting the sense of ‘blah’ that I feel when it comes to the season’s clothes.
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October 5, 2015
by Julia DiNardo
It’s crazy what a difference a year can make. At the very least, it can be a reminder to enjoy every moment and take nothing for granted. From a sartorial standpoint, I feel like I’m in a very place than I was a year ago, but then again, my wardrobe hasn’t really changed all that much. My needs may have though, and the concessions that I am willing to make to look and live stylishly certainly aren’t the same. I think as I grow older, an emphasis on stylish comfort resounds, and although I have my gussied up moments, I most importantly need clothes that will move me from my work day to the weekend, from my home to a travel destination, with nary a wrinkle or blister to boot.
Speaking of boots…there’s not much that sets the tone for fall more than a new pair of boots. Continue reading…
