11.14.16

Avoid the Angst and Enjoy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving is a favorite holiday for many…what is not to like about spending a splendid day with delicious food and visiting with family and friends! But yes, angst can creep in…do we brine […]
11.09.16

Fuzzy Fashion Finds!

Like a warm bear hug, fuzzy fashions envelope you in delightful comfort and protection from Mr. Frost’s frigid elements.  When creating new fall and winter collections, designers seek out unique materials and thrive […]
11.08.16

Make a Statement in Necklaces by Local, Independent Designers

  The fall and winter are not just seasons in which to layer your clothing but also to showcase accessories.  Statement necklaces come in all shapes, sizes, and lengths. This season’s darker colors […]
11.04.16

Street Style: Claire Schwab

How do you describe a gal like Claire?  She’s like a light bulb….the moment she walks into a room, the whole place lights up.  She brings that same energy to her interior design […]
11.02.16

4 Style Mistakes (and How To Avoid Them)

Fashion is very personal and sometimes, it can be in the eye of the beholder.  However, some trends can go from stylish to trashy if you don’t avoid some common mistakes many of […]
10.31.16

Trend To Try: Ponchos + Capes

Recently we did a post on fashionable and classic transitional fall coats.  A big trend this season, and one we have fully embraced the past few years, is the flirty, fun, and super-comfortable […]
10.24.16

Baby It’s Cold…No, Warm….Wait, Cold Outside! Transitional Jackets + Vests for Layering

Layering clothing is a must for our area.  I wake up every morning and plan my outfits and my outer wear pairings.  As much as I love investing in a new heavy coat, […]
10.21.16

Street Style: Dr. Tammy Mann

The Campagna Center is near and dear to many in Alexandria. It provides many services to the needy in our city, from tutoring, to after school care, to mentoring.  Dr. Tammy Mann, a […]
10.18.16

4 Denim Styles in Store Now!

I have such fond memories of wearing my button fly 501 Levi’s in the 70’s and early 80’s.  I’d have to buy them two sizes too big because, being 100% cotton, they really […]
10.12.16

Designer Focus: Intropia

When Neil and I go to market we love discovering new designers to carry in Kiskadee.  Our customers come to Kiskadee knowing we carry fashions not seen elsewhere and give undivided attention to […]
10.10.16

Culottes Are Back!

Fashion forward icons have tried to come up with tons of excuses not to add culottes to their wardrobe.  They fall at a strange length.  “I don’t know what shoes to wear.” Or, […]
10.04.16

Shoulders Are In!!!

Shoulders are in! Slightly Bohemian, off-the-shoulder-tops are trending heavily this fall…it is one of the hottest looks this season and there is no reason why we shouldn’t jump in!  Baring shoulders screams confidence […]
09.27.16

Football Fashion through the Season

  We are a football-crazy nation.  We marvel at the brute strength possessed by the offensive and defensive lineman as they battle mano a mano, and we are mesmerized at the grace of […]
09.26.16

Fall Transitional Staff Favorites

Fall fashions are my favorite.  Every September I look forward to purchasing the massive Vogue, a 10-pound tome dedicated to showing all the fabulous upcoming fashion trends.  And no, I don’t buy it […]
09.14.16

Support the Girls!

If I had come of age in the 1960’s, I would have been the first to burn my bra.  Not as part of a feminist protest, but because I simply hate bras.  I […]


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