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Walnut Studio's Bike Chic Leather Accessories Now that you have a charming vintage (or vintage-inspired) bicycle, it's time to accessorize. Remember, bikes aren't just for looking sexy. You can also use one for hitting the liquor store running errands and transporting chocolate bars. Panniers and saddle bags take the load off your back and put it onto your bike. Your bike chic outfit stays...

Outfit of the Day - Zubaz Challenge Edition Let's be honest about outfit of the day blogs. It's easy to look great when you put together a bunch of cool, designer clothes. But what about taking something un-chic and making it work? Two bloggers that I admire, Michelle of Kingdom of Style and Jennie of Going West, recently raised the difficulty level. They took a...

Honey Cooler Handmade Studio Visit It's such a treat to visit a designer's studio, especially one filled with lovely lingerie. Being a fashion design nerd, I was super-excited when Stephanie invited me to the Honey Cooler Handmade headquarters. Her silk camisoles and ribbon corsets are exceptionally glamorous. And usually there's nothing glamorous about a sewing room. Often there's a bright, fluorescent-lit table with a...

Silky Emerald Bloomers for Outfit of the Day I'm bringing bloomers back! Is there a more perfect garment for cycle chic? Perhaps, but bloomers are cute, comfy, and protect your dignity even while biking in the shortest dress. Honey Cooler Handmade is a line of gorgeous lingerie inspired by Edwardian under-garments. I stopped by the studio where I met Stephanie. She is the brains,...

Black & White Polka Dot: Outfit of the Day When you're going for print-mixing, remember the rule of threes. For example, I'm wearing only three colors. Black and white in equal amounts while red is the accent color. I'm also limited to only three patterns. Start with the polka dot of the shirt. Then it's inverted to white-on-black for the skirt. Finally there are thick stripes,...

Emerald Isle Inspiration for My Outfit of the Day St. Patrick's Day is just an excuse for me to wear another Emerald Green outfit of the day. I actually call this my radish look because of the distinctive green, magenta, and white color palette. I found my wool double-knit frock at an outdoor vintage market in Florence. Here's similar style on ebay. I always wanted to dress...