During my latest visit to H&M in NYC last weekend, I was completely overwhelmed by the amount of new looks for Spring…not that that is a bad thing! But what excited me most was the array of layered necklaces, chunky…
Escapades and the City
This past weekend was an exciting one! Despite living in the shadow of one of the greatest cities in the world, I rarely make my way into New York City (with the exception of follow-ups with my surgeon, of course!)….
Under $25 Gift Guide: For Co-Workers
The holiday guide is wrapping up, but not without a few gift ideas for your co-workers. This year my office is having a White Elephant gift exchange. Ever hear of it? The premise is that you buy a silly gift…
Watch Your Style
How do you keep track of time? Unlike other accessories, a watch needs to be both chic and functional. It’s a simple everyday item, but a good watch can elevate any style. When I was introduced to Invaluable, the world’s…
Sweater (Dress) Weather
Sweater (Dress) Weather by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring how to wear boots Winter is coming. Whether you like to deny it — as I do — or you enjoy colder temperatures, the fact is that snow will soon blanket the ground (it’s…
Seeing Spots
On a whim, I decided to stop at H&M on my lunch break the other day. I have been good about limiting my shopping this fall, but there are a few things on my wish list that I would really…
Fall Pairings
Is it too soon to be pining for the warm, summer months? After two days of chilly (highs in the low 70’s, which felt much cooler) fall weather and having to break out the sweaters during the day and comforter…
A Closet Full of Nothing to Wear
Let’s be honest. We all have those mornings where hitting the snooze button on the alarm clock five times in a row is so much easier than trying to get out of bed on time. If you are anything like…
Polished in Peplum
Top: Phillip Lim | Skirt: H&M | Shoes: Michael Kors | Lipstick: Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick – Carina Ever have a day where you just wanted to get dressed up and feel glamorous? Even if the social event…
Stylish Swimwear
Now that I wrote my serious post for the week (thank you for all the comments and well wishes!), I’d like to lighten the mood a little and celebrate the lovely weather. Although it has been slightly more humid than…









