Summer in the South can only mean one thing: HOT! Days are steamy, humidity high and the thermometer easily over 90 degrees, which means for me, easy casual dressing. I spend most of my days in shorts and tees or loose cool dresses. It also means I love piling on great jewelry pieces. It’s a time when clothes are boring and jewelry are statements. Nothing better can reflect my style than these wonderful pieces I found at market this past February. They are bold, they are turquoise and they make me happy. Summertime is the perfect time to make bold and powerful statements with your jewelry. Wether you wear layering necklaces or a bunch...

Earlier this week I visited two of my favorite boutiques in town, J.T. Posh and Summerbird. I wanted to find some interesting pieces that I was not going to see anywhere else, and I knew I wanted pieces that I could wear forever. Both located in the Dilworth Neighborhood, amongst  a sea of retail establishments, these two boutiques stand out for me as the best in Consignment.  The first store I visited was Summerbird, owned by Cindy Siesel. Housing an array of clothes that are equally fashionable and classic, yet distinct in style, Summerbird caters to women of all ages, from all walks of life. What I love most about Summerbird  is that...

I get asked a lot, ” What is the one thing I should have in my closet?” and I always respond: clothes. There is no one thing you should have, but there are basics you need to build a great wardrobe. Ask any experienced stylist and they will pretty much give you the same answers across the board, it will vary only seasonal. These basic ten pieces will stay in your closet forever. Remember that when you purchase basic pieces this is where quality counts, these are your investment pieces. Always take the following into consideration: What is your lifestyle? Are you a working woman or a working mother? Are you a student or a woman...