The Red Mohair Knit

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I recently learnt of the word ‘autumnal’.  Ask me why it took nearly 28 years to discover this and be met with a dumbstruck shrug. Here I am representing my native American-English to Belgians, and all I can say to describe a whiskey cocktail with bitters, cinnamon and clove smoke is “OMG it’s so Fall!”… Autumnal. Autumnal…. I should have read more as a child [bangs palm to forehead]. Of course Autumn is the only season that gets such a regal adjective.  It’s rich. It’s vibrant. It’s velvety. It’s passionate. It’s Autumnal.  The crisp air and lowering temperatures call for…

The Nevillee Silk Reversible

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Continuing on the great European quest, my eyes are open and observant to everything. I’ve got two months of work under my belt now, and I must say: consumption is far less a part of life here than it is in the US.  The women in my office all have their own unique sense of style, be it the structured blouse, oversized knit, dress+blazer combo à la Kate Middleton, or just bare minimalism. Oh, and pretty much no one ever wears flats.  Perhaps a pair of Stan Smith Adidas sneakers will cross the hallways on a Friday, but even then –…

My Levi’s 501

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Today, I am feeling fiercely independent and empowered as a woman. Don’t worry, I’m not about to spew all my emotions (I have many) on what it is to be female, but instead let me share with you some reasons why today is special. One – the music scene has recently been LIT up with incredible and jaw-dropping displays by Solange, Angel Olsen, and Banks. Each of these women are unique in their own genres, with potential as high as the heavens. If you can, take a moment to indulge and watch/listen to their latest sound and visual art: 1….