October 23, 2008 at 5:00 am by Allison McCarthy
Corporate Style: not an Oxymoron
Having survived for over a year as a freelancer, I forget what it’s like to be part of the corporate world. Thinking back to those years, I remember my constant struggle with dressing office-appropriate while still looking stylish. When faced with a business casual or off-campus event, one has to get creative. Thankfully, some of this season’s looks make it a little easier.
You can never go wrong with high waisted ““ in the office or not ““ and I think this organic John Patrick number is the perfect solution. These cuffed plaid …
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Spring is in the air. Or should I say pollen? Despite the itchy eyes and runny nose that accompany all this blooming, I cherish spring because – among many other benefits – it’s the time to unveil a lighter style.
Jeans are the eternal American fashion emblem of sustainability. Above all, they’re durable. Over time, denim has become the paradoxical icon of leisure and work, adventure, simplicity and relaxed sophistication.
Back in the day when I traveled to the island, the staple Bermuda shorts worn mostly by men had not yet become an international symbol of casual chic for women. Nor did the shorts look like today’s counterpart. I must admit that I’m thrilled by the reinvention. I find that the longer look actually slims the thighs (while also strategically hiding the tricky, flab-prone saddle bag regions) and makes me want to bare my legs during the warm weather.
In my personal fashion guidebook, a sleek pair of striped pants is as essential as a perfectly fitted, hip-hugging pair of jeans. Years ago, I found my ideal striped pants and I simply wore them to death. Finally realizing that I couldn’t possibly repair another seam or obliterate another stain, I had to let them go.
With April’s unfolding warmth, I’m dreaming about a lighter, more whimsical wardrobe. Linen pants are a season staple and I just love these grass green gauchos from 
Love raw jeans? I’m talking about rigid jeans that only you can break in and wear into the ground? Unlike jeans that contain stretch, raw jeans start out crisp, but with time, conform perfectly to your body.
The extra wide-leg pant stylishly forgives a multitude of 
You don’t have to wait for Fleet Week to enjoy the seafaring vibe. Nautical style is always classically stylish and works for any age. In a search for the perfect sailor pant, I scooped these 
