Picture this: It’s a crisp fall morning, and you’ve slipped into your favorite pair of chestnut suede loafers, feeling like you just stepped out of a cozy coffee shop ad. They hug your feet just right, that soft nap whispering luxury with every stride. But then—splat—a rogue puddle or a sneaky coffee spill turns your … Read more
Picture this: I’m climbing those grand steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, heart pounding like it’s my first day of school, knowing inside waits a piece of my soul on display. That’s how it felt when I first laid eyes on my grandmother Ivy Ralph’s original Kareeba suit in the “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” … Read more
I still remember the crisp October morning in 2019 when I slipped on my first pair of sleek black ankle booties for a weekend hike in the Catskills. What started as a practical choice to keep my feet dry on muddy trails turned into an obsession—suddenly, every outfit felt incomplete without that perfect blend of … Read more
Picture this: It’s a crisp October morning, and your inbox pings with that golden ticket—an invite to Vogue First, unlocking a treasure trove of fashion before the world even knows it exists. For me, that thrill hit hard last year during a similar drop, when I snagged a pair of those iconic pierced flats just … Read more
Ah, fall—the season when wardrobes come alive with that perfect mix of cozy and chic. I remember my first big shopping spree as a junior editor at a fashion mag back in the day, splurging on a pair of chestnut loafers that felt like walking on clouds. They weren’t just shoes; they were a ticket … Read more
Fall’s that magical time when the air turns crisp, leaves crunch underfoot, and suddenly every outfit needs that perfect layer to bridge the gap between too-warm mornings and chilly evenings. I’ve always had a soft spot for jackets—they’re like the reliable sidekick in your wardrobe, elevating jeans and a tee one day, dressing up a … Read more