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1 Celebrity Lookbook: Weekend Casual
Editor's Pick
2 Your High Summer Uniform: Basic Tees + Jazzy Skirts
Shopping
3 Back to Basics: 15 Perfect White Shirts
Designer Spotlight
4 Designer Spotlight: Dace
Designer Spotlight
5 Designer Spotlight: Skin and Threads
sneak peek
6 Sneak Peek! Adam Lippes Relaunched Basics
Eco
7 Designer Spotlight: Sosume
spring fashion
8 Back to Basics: Shop 30 Spring Wardrobe Staples For Under $30
As much as we love our embellished mixed-print pieces and avant-garde silhouettes, sometimes all you need is a great white tee or simple pencil skirt — so it only seemed appropriate that we shed light on some of the classic closet staples that really anchor your wardrobe together. Next up in our wallet-friendly Spring shopping series is a well-curated collection of the best basics on a budget, Read more
Poaching may sound like an advanced technique, but it is actually nothing more than gently simmering food in liquid until it is cooked through. Poaching lends itself best to delicate ingredients that risk falling apart or drying out at high heats. Foods such as fish, chicken, eggs, and fruit poach beautifully; the low heat, kept between 140° to 180° Fahrenheit, preserves flavor, allowing for Read more
After learning the fundamentals of coffee brewing and the right way to taste coffee, I figured it was high time I took the same care into understanding that other hot caffeinated beverage, tea. Like coffee, the all-encompassing category of tea includes everything from the most basic and low-quality to the really expensive, high-end stuff. One of my personal favorites is oolong ("black dragon") Read more
If you're looking for a quick, simple way to get suited up for the rest of the season, you're in luck: nothing works better for high Summer than pairing a basic t-shirt with a fun, fancy skirt — it's a classic go-to outfit that requires little thought and packs a big punch. Whether you're headed to the office, a barbecue, or even a date, this perfect pairing is an easy way to look effortlessly Read more
Dressed down and off duty, these celebs give us the perfect ways to wear our favorite weekend staples. Think lightweight button-downs, boyfriend jeans, and stripey tees — it's all the stuff we love to live in, styled up with a few cool twists. Jennifer Aniston works her boyfriend jeans, Reese opts for Summer-white denim, and Halle Berry does dressed-down polish. Of course, this celebrity style Read more
It seems we're not the only ones going back to basics. Australian brand Sosume, headed by managing director Alex Trimmer, is right there with us. Airy tees, t-shirt dresses, cotton harems, and layered tanks are what it's serving up for Spring. As for the color palette, black, white, and soft grays all ensure a fashion-forward feel. All Sosume garments are made with organic and natural fabrics in Read more
New York Fashion Week is a month away. To prepare, I'm going back to basics. For starters, I'll be wearing all black, all month. I want to encourage you to go back to basics with me, so I've set out to find the best of the best in a few basic categories. Let's start with the perfect white shirt. Most of us have one in our wardrobe, but it's time for an update. Something classic, with an edge — Read more
Baby showers are a time to celebrate, but gift givers shouldn't feel that they have to break the bank! Yesterday we covered incredibly practical presents, and today we're getting truly basic. From onesies to crib sheets, new mamas and pops need it all, but stocking up can be tough in this economy. Help them prepare by purchasing one or some of the economical essentials. Check out our slideshow Read more
You know the brand Adam+Eve? Well now designer Adam Lippes has nixed that name and relaunched his basics under Adam. Plain and simple, much like his offerings. The new Adam, debuting on Oct. 15, will offer everything from throw-on dresses to simple slouchy tank tops, sheer camisoles, and chic harem-style bottoms. Prices range from $45 to $200. Not bad. These pieces come in cashmere and pima Read more
Basics are often associated with boring, but why should they be? It's up to us to find unconventional basics that make us feel simple and stylish at the same time. Skin and Threads provides basics that surpass the simple tee. In the Winter collection, you'll find long cardigans, tunic dresses, and turtlenecks that can be worn as separates or layering pieces. The best part is that all Skin and Read more
