Fun fact...

Last week, while visiting the China Through The Looking Glass exhibit at the MET, while perusing the Blue and White room filled with Valentino, and Roberto Cavalli,  I stumbled upon two Rodarte dresses that brought back a slew of memories. 

Years ago, when I was working at Marie Claire, this Spring 2011 collection from Rodarte was what everyone wanted to shoot.  

Finally, I managed to confirm one of the looks for a shoot, but before we could pick-up I had to practically sign my life away - a letter stating that the garments are one of a kind and cannot be repaired, if something happened we would be billed in full for the dress.  It was the first time I had ever come into contact with such a contract for a clothing loan, thus this collection has always left a spark in my mind.

Looks 18 and 20 from Rodarte's Spring 2011 collection at the MET

Look 19 in April 2011 Marie Claire, styled by Alison Edmond, photographed by Tesh

images courtesy of the EJT and AlisonEdmond.com

Shoeday Saturday...

Suede shoes, a sure sign of Fall.

Chloe ankle-strap suede ballerinas, $615 available at Neiman Marcus

image courtesy of NeimanMarcus.com

Summertime sadness...

One last hurrah before summer comes to a close...

image via Vogue.com

Cruise ahead...

Loving everything about this look from Sonia Rykiel Cruise 2016.

image courtesy of Style.com

Matches Fashion...

Remember these pretty boxes...

Find out how a small British brick-and-mortar shop became a global sensation.

image courtesy of The New York Times

Fall ahead...

One thing to be excited for this Fall...
The new Nancy Meyers film - the Intern;  Sure to be filled with beautiful interiors and charming dialogue.
I'll see you at the theater!

Case of the Mondays...

What I would like to be doing today!

photo via LuellaJune.com

Shoeday Saturday...

Years ago, I made the tragic mistake of buying the Isabel Marant Poppy heels in bright blue suede.  Yes, I own blue suede shoes!  I can't bear the sticker shock of buying them again in black.  Then, on a recent trip to Steven Alan, I came across these from Carven.  The bow is at the heel, making them slightly less prim, the mid heel makes them actually walkable, and thankfully, they only come in black.

Carven velvet suede bow heels, $550 available at Steven Alan

image courtesy of StevenAlan.com

In the shade...

Jewelry designer, Jennifer Fisher's latest collaboration with Illesteva is a good one.

These navy shades are the perfect transition piece into Fall.

JF x Illesteva sunglasses, $300 available at Jennifer Fisher

image courtesy of JenniferFisherJewellry.com

Time for a change...

After reading this article, I had to end my fifteen year relationship with my facial cleanser.  
Living in New York City, and being exposed to all that has to offer (sun, dirt, grime...) I needed something that would actually cleanse and restore my skin.
Enter BeautyCounter, a company devoted to providing safe, affective skin care.  Their 'Routine Clean' cleanser washes away the days impurities, while leaving your face feeling soft and rejuvenated.  

Routine Clean, $24 available at BeautyCounter

image courtesy of BeautyCounter.com

EJT Travels... Tulum

On a recent trip to Mexico, a few of us took a day trip to, much buzzed about, Tulum.  

The area is filled with charming boutique hotels, restaurants serving fresh local cuisine, and chic shops filled with local designers mixed with contemporary finds.

Here is a little synopsis of our day in Tulum:

First stop: Lunch at Posada Margherita.  One might say, an Italian restaurant in Mexico? But, the food was simply delicious - I recommend their fish of the day, simply poached in olive oil and garlic, with fresh tomatoes.

The walk from the street entrance is lined with tiny houses for hotel guests.

Along this path is also the hotels boutique, LOL.  Some recognizable items, such as Ancient Greek Sandals and Caroline K tunics, but some rare designs as well - Yvonne S kaftans and Gigi Clozeau to name a few.  

Every seat is a good seat!

The open kitchen displaying some of the fresh ingredients using that day.

The view from lunch.

After lunch, more shopping.  La Troupe, a bohemian oasis is filled with beautiful embroidered shirts, bags and pillow cases.  

My favorite stop of the day: Coqui Coqui.

The much publicized boutique hotel (it has only 7 rooms!) was simply stunning.  

Parking for your car in Tulum is tricky, due to the very narrow single street, but bike parking is plentiful!

Stone entry to the Hotel.

View from drinks on the beach.

The Boutique! Filled with Coqui Coqui perfumes, candles, and accessories.

EJT on the steps.

All images by EJT's iPhone 

New in Shop...

Fall is all about denim and Gucci shoes!

 Click over to the SHOP for more information.

Summer swan song...

Not quite ready to let go of Summer... 

Antonello bags have been all the rage, designer/stylist Lisa Marie Fernandez is a fan.  The soft, eco-friendly bags are large enough to actually hold your iPhone, wallet and keys, while still tucking nicely under your arm.

Foldover cotton clutch, $325 available at Intermix

image courtesy of Intermixonline.com

Shoeday Saturday...

A sweet floral slingback makes Fall a little less daunting...

Paul Andrew pointed slingback, $545 available at M'Oda Operandi

image courtesy of ModaOperandi.com

Weekend reading...

The best September issue out so far: Fast Company.

 Filled with articles about the future of how we obtain music, purchasing thru social media apps, and Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop dreams. 

image courtesy of FastCompany.com

HBD to me...

Mmmm.... Cake!

image via Pinterest

On the road again...

It's been a busy summer, and it's not over yet!

Pulling out the passport for the latest long weekend beach destination, Olé!

Bottega Veneta CZ earrings, perfect all day long.

Marysia maillot

Vix kaftan

Ancient Greek Sandals lightning bolt sandals

Sensi Studio tote

Le Specs tortoiseshell sunglasses

Avene sunscreen - TSA approved!

Sachajuan ocean mist - because what is better than actual beach waves at the beach?!

This is Story...

Run, don't walk, to STORY - the ever changing retail concept store on Tenth Avenue in NYC.

The latest story is all about Donald Robertson - celebrating Mitford Mania, creating unique lip colors with Smashbox Cosmetics, and customize clothing with 'Drawbertson' decals with Bow and Drape.  

Keep an eye out in the coming month for more launches and Donald exclusives from Story.

image courtesy of thisisstory.com

Under the Tuscan Sun...

Topping my destination dream list... Hotel Il Pellicano in Tuscany.

Designed as a Tuscan farmhouse built along the costal cliffs, and inspired by the San Ysidro Ranch in California, the hotel has hosted a slew of notable guests such as Jackie Kennedy and her sister Lee Radziwell, Sophia Loren and designer Emilio Pucci.  

Aerin Lauder visited earlier this summer with her family, photographed on one of their signature yellow and white striped towels. 

In the meantime, we can all just swoon over their beautiful picture book celebrating its famed history.

images courtesy of Hotel Il Pellicano and ToryBurch.com

Shoeday Saturday...

Pointed, velvet Mary Janes that work from daytime running-about-town to evening black tie seamlessly. 

Rochas velvet flats, $612 available at MatchesFashion

image courtesy of MatchesFashion.com

Leather on my mind...

It is sad to admit, but jacket weather is right around the corner. 

One item of clothing that I have debated over for many seasons is the leather jacket.

Will I like this for more than a season?  Can I get away with wearing a leather jacket and not look silly?

After much deliberation I think I am ready to bite the bullet.  I envision wearing one draped over my shoulders on cooler nights in early Fall, and transitioning nicely into one of the many layers we need to wear to survive the current NYC winters.

I look for the below Etoile Isabel Marant jacket on every shopping trip, and have kicked myself for not acting fast enough when it has gone on sale.

This oversized version from Acne Studios was all the rage last season; the classic shape, shearling lining, and the unexpected: it came in navy!

Finally, the piece-de-resistance, the Balenciaga; the mother of all leather jackets.

Decisions.... decisions...

images courtesy of Net-a-Porter.com (1&2) and MatchesFashion.com

On my wishlist...

A must have from Roseantica's Fall collection.

Sprinkled with freshwater pearls, a serious statement piece for the season.

$790 available at Net-a-Porter

image courtesy of Net-a-Porter.com

Shoeday Saturday...

Summer is on the home stretch... 

Just one more pair of sandals to close out the season.

Ancient Greek Sandals, $250 available at Net-a-Porter

image courtesy of Net-a-Porter.com