DIOR x Beverly Hills Hotel: A Spectacular Summer Soirée

It was nothing short of an absolute pleasure to attend the most spectacular summer soirée, hosted by the House of Dior and the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel—in celebration of the life and legend of hâute couturier Christian Dior, and three exquisite Dior Beauty fragrances from La Collection Privée.

With a carefully curated masterpiece of a menu that paid homage to the fêted French fashion designer’s historical heritage and gastronomic preferences, and a perfect pairing of pours to complement the Mediterranean coastal cuisine’s fresh flavors, with nods to its most luxurious locales (while mindfully incorporating the top notes of each fabulous fragrance) this seasonal supper was truly a feast for (all of ) the senses.

The al fresco affair was hosted in the hotel’s private garden, kicking off with a welcome glass of Ruinart Blanc de Blanc as guests entered the peaceful patio of the storied and stuccoed pink palace, taking seats at a beautiful banquet table dressed with an elegant spray of pink florals and twinkling tea lights.

Dior’s lovely fragrance ambassador guided us along an olfactory journey, punctuated with a dreamy description of each of the three scents—DIORIVIERIA, EDEN-ROC, and JASMIN DES ANGES—with a spritz for each of us, illustrating the timeless tales of Christian Dior’s remarkable life as a purveyor of sartorial elegance, and his indelible imprint on contemporary couture—while the hotel’s cherished chefs elegantly described the flavors and ingredients of each course, and our sommelier explained the taste profile and purposeful pairing of each selected wine, making for a marvelous melange and merging of flavor and fragrance.

Keep scrolling to read more and watch highlights of this festive fête of fragrance below.

The Beverly Hills Hotel’s celebrated chefs prepared an exquisite culinary experience that commenced with a light and creamy chilled Vichyssoise (a summer soup blending potatoes, leeks and onion—originally imagined by the Head Chef of the Ritz Carlton in New York City, Louis Diat, in the early 20th century) accompanied by a truffle petit croque for decadent dipping.

Moving on to the next savory sensation—and perhaps my favorite flavor of the evening—a perfect petit choux (puff pastry) injected with lemon and chive-whipped crème fraîche, topped with a generous garnish of caviar and edible gold leaf—for the pinnacle of a presentation that was truly la pièce de résistance.

Next came a sweet summer salad of grilled peaches and goat cheese on a nest of arugula, drizzled with lavender honey and sprinkled with marcona almonds, paired with a zesty New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.

For our entrée, we diners beheld a beautiful Branzino fillet, dotted with heirloom cherry tomatoes, zante currants, and pine nuts, in a lemon caper sauce. The hotel’s supreme sommelier selected a 2021 Clos de Lambrays from Morey-Saint-Denis.

Concluding the culinary coup was a traditional Tropézienne—individualized with spongy halves of brioche sandwiching juicy raspberries and rich crème pâtissière, topped with a light dusting of sugar. Equally moist and marvelous, with a swallow of sweet Sauternes —a robust dessert wine—from Chateau d’Yquem.

As a parting gift, each guest was gifted a generous full-size bottle of DIORIVIERA to keep and unbox at home—which you can also watch here.

Dressed for a Dîner en Blanc, wearing this lovely summer linen dress from Australian brand, Dissh, in the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel salle de bain.

La Rentrée | The Season of the Fresh Start

Anyone else getting major First Wives Club vibes from this tenue blanche?

There’s something magical about the transition from summer into fall.

It’s a time of fresh starts and new beginnings. It’s symbolic of a new school year, and for me personally, it’s literally the beginning of a new year on the calendar. As you may know, my birthday falls during the last week of August, which is always the week when something in the wind shifts, ever so slightly. It’s still summertime and the end-of-season pool parties are in full swing, but in my world, it’s always marked an intangible turning of the page. These first few weeks of September set the shift into motion, culminating with the first day of l’automne, which officially begins today. In France, this transitional period is called la rentrée.

As we’ve discussed before, the month of August is synonymous with vacation in France. Restaurants and boutiques temporarily shutter for weeks at a time, city dwellers make a bee-line for the countryside and the beach, public transit slows to a drip, and everyone—from shopkeepers to government officials—essentially closes up shop, leaving each other with the cheerful phrase, “À la rentree!”

Meaning, See you in September!

"Bonnes vacances!”

“À la rentrée!”

As the excitement of summer vacances gives way to the back to school (and back to work) mentality, some feel the post-holiday blues, and some feel invigorated—happy to return to normalcy and ready to begin a new chapter.

Although Europe and America (and most of the world) celebrate the official New Year on January first, I personally never feel a perceptible change when the clock strikes midnight, because the middle of winter never feels like the time for newness—it’s something about the first breeze of coolness in the air, the first few leaves to jump ship from their branches. It’s buying school supplies, shopping for sweaters, and that first whiff of cinnamon and pumpkin spice.

Many cultures and religions, like Judaism, celebrate the New Year during this period—Shanah Tovah to our Jewish amis—and of course, the fashion world celebrates the illustrious release of the September issue—magazine speak for the editorial debut of fall fashion—when beloved designers and couturiers unveil their seasonal Fall/Winter collections and campaigns. It’s the month of Fashion Week—NYFW is underway, and PFW starts today.

As a former fashion editor for NBC, lifestyle writer, and editorial devotee, this period thrills me, and as someone who prefers to look forward, not backwards, I love shifting focus from warm weather holidays to the preparation of the cozy winter ones. I don’t typically mourn seasons, because, as my maman likes to say, there’ll be another one next year. Which is just a more positive way of saying, we’re captive on a carousel of time. Merci, Joni Mitchell.

The concept of the summer holiday is actually rooted in agricultural history, dating back to the year 1231—believe it or not—when Pope Gregory IX closed universities for a month each summer so that students could return home to help their families prepare the crops for the fall harvest. While many Americans tend to think of France and Paris as one and the same, there is a deeply rooted history and tradition in the large rural swaths of the country, known as la campagne, and France is nothing if not deeply devoted to its honoring its people and upholding its traditions.

In celebration of this time of rebirth, if you will, I’ve decided to pay my respects in a symbolic white suit—all Zara, all the time—with a crop for a timely and trendy twist. It’s a perfect transitional ensemble—a sort of “in memoriam” to bid farewell to warmer days, which, at least in Southern California, will still be hanging around for a while—and a first step towards the annual re-introduction of long pants and blazers into the fall wardrobe.

Bienvenue, l’Automne and Happy Pumpkin Spice season to my chic Américanes—which, let’s be honest, is well on its way to becoming an official holiday.

Le Chapeau | The Vacation Essential for the Non-Vacation

The first few weeks of August are typically reserved for les vacances in France— and sometimes even the entire month.

As the Parisians and city dwellers form a mass exodus from the bustle of urban living, fleeing to the countryside provinces for long, wine-soaked visits with family or to sun themselves along the Côte d’Azur, it’s not uncommon to walk around big cities and small towns alike, only to find shops and restaurants temporarily shuttered, with a mere hand-written note in the window announcing a reopening date. In fact, once while visiting my maman at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, we took the train to Lyon for a mid-August day trip, only to end up eating in the same American-themed burger place twice in the same day, because all of the culinary destinations on our list were sadly closed.

All that to say, when it comes to dressing for a vacation-less vacation—as is the case this year for most of us homebound Chic Americans—there’s nothing quite like lounging around in a Panama hat to make one feel like the most seasoned of vacationers abroad.

Sturdier than your typical floppy beach hat, but with a wider brim than its cousin the fedora—which was the headwear accessory of choice several years ago—it’s the perfect hybrid, pulling double duty as a sun protectant and summer outfit topper. Would you believe that I got this one from Amazon? (Of course you would, because what can’t you find on Amazon?)

Bonnes vacances—whether you’re jetting somewhere local this weekend, or just taking one of those mind travels we’ve all become accustomed to imagining since Covid arrived. I know I’m ready to hop on an international flight as soon as one will have me!

Le Costume | The Renaissance of The Suit

My feminine spin on le costume—known in English as “the suit.”

There’s a French expression to describe daily life as a modern day Parisian—not the kind from our fantasies that strolls down the boulevards, impeccably dressed, baguette under one arm, with seemingly no place to be; although that way of life does exist and I’m all for perpetuating the stereotype.

Anyway, the expression is: “Métro, Boulot, Do-do” which essentially translates to “Subway, Work, Sleep,” —but in a cute rhyme. Surprisingly (or maybe not, depending on how familiar you are with French social norms) the day-to-day reality of many a Parisian (and Parisienne, of course) is markedly similar to that of a New Yorker, or really any modern urbanite—at times mundane and redundant, and often dominated by career obligations.

Le Costume | The Renaissance of The Suit

Up until recently, dressing for work (in any city) also fell into the category of mundane and redundant, and certainly has also been shaped by decades of long-standing dress codes, peer influence, and office obligations. Take the standard ladies’ suit—known to francophones as le costume. Typically comprised of a blazer and slacks combination, this workwear staple was introduced practically as soon as women began to enter the workforce and climb the corporate ladder, and has barely deviated in terms of office-appropriate styles and colors since then—with perhaps the exception of shoulder pads in the 1980s.

But the suit is experiencing a bit of a renaissance at the moment, and I’m here for it. Deconstructing the ubiquitous tailored suit of decades past, with its fitted jacket and matching mid-rise slacks, has spawned a variety of styles and combinations, proving that these two-piece ensembles can be fun to wear after all. By playing with proportions, the slouchy, oversized, Miami Vice versions can stand alongside the extra-long jacket and matching cropped pant look. And we haven’t even talked about camisoles yet!

This oyster-toned set from BooHoo (above) is a prime example of the way that a suit can actually become—dare I say—sexy?

With its neutral color and large gold accent buttons, it’s is a perfect canvas to showcase a subtle hint of body underneath. While we puritanical Americans tend to frown upon such displays at the office, Parisiennes acknowledge that they’re in fact female, and no one seems to mind when that point is (subtly) illustrated. Therefore, a lacy bodysuit—a true Parisienne considers lacy lingerie to be a wardrobe staple—when worn tastefully—a true Parisienne is always tasteful—can create the perfect juxtaposition to a neutral ensemble.

However, if your chosen profession practically guarantees that a boss or colleague’s head will turn for the wrong reasons (get with the times, people) it’s always an option to hide it under a satin camisole during work hours and save the lacy reveal for friends over Happy Hour.

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On Polka Dots & Retro Weekend Style

I’m not exactly sure when my love affair with polka dots began. In fact, as most love affairs go, I never really saw it coming. It wasn’t until I began to notice a pattern—literally—in my closet, that my penchant for the polka become apparent.

There’s something about the way polka dots evoke images of debutantes and the essence of Parisian propriety, or the nostalgia—hearkening back to the maximalist styles of indulgent glamour and overstated elegance from the 1950s and 60s. Polka dots feel inherently trés traditionelle, and yet when paired with a contemporary crop and espadrilles, they seem to reincarnate into a kind of modern magic that just works.

Enter this Club Monaco asymmetrical midi skirt that I was pleased to find second-hand (otherwise I’d link it for you). In tandem with a front-tie blouse from local brand The Naughty Girl Shop—the owner of which is a total boss—that feels both sultry yet demure, the look kind of seems to be one head scarf shy of personifying an off-duty Grace Kelly in To Catch a Thief.

Throw in a weekend tote from JLux Label, and Hello Weekend! Or rather, Bonjour Week-end, as we say around here.

June Gloom and Summer Style in FRNCH

A sneek peek at the jumpsuit of my dreams, coming soon to the FRNCH Summer 2021 Collection.

Summer style is officially on the horizon. Even though June is considered a downer of a month in Southern California—“June Gloom” as it’s (un)popularly known—I’m not afraid to admit that it’s actually one of my favorite seasons.

Living in a region that sees sunshine on average 284 days of the year can drive one to temporary fits of madness that include yearning for a little precipitation here and there. As someone who lives for the gray skies and general moodiness of Paris, June is often as close as one can get around here. Finding oneself stuck in a spontaneous thunderstorm and ducking into a brasserie for an unexpected verre du vin to sip on as la pluie passes is practically unheard of in these parts. The cloudy days of June, reserved for nothing but cocooning—as the Frenchies say—and just being generally morose, are ones that I personally cherish for my own sanity and self care. Even in sunny California, no one can be “on” constantly, and every once in a while it’s ok to hit the reset button on our moods.

One particular brand that knows plenty about Parisian pouting is FRNCH—one of my favorites, and I hope one of yours. The Summer collection of this French favorite is nothing short of brilliant, and if you’re one of the eager-to-travel bunch who will be on the first flight to Paris as soon as De Gaulle airport will have us, you’ll want to get your wardrobe ready in advance.

Consider this a preview of the most coveted (yet to be released) jumpsuit, that even the most parsimonious Parisian would be hard pressed to pass up. With lettuce bib sleeves, subtle texturing, and on-trend wide leg trousers, this onesie plays so perfectly with proportions, I couldn’t believe it hadn’t been tailored just for me. We all have our magical Cinderella moments when a dream piece fits perfectly right off the rack, and this was mine. Petite as I am, the hem length hits perfectly with a low heel, and I couldn’t be happier.

Click HERE to shop the FRNCH Summer Collection 2021.

5 Nordstrom Sale French Favorites You Can Still Score

If you know anything about the blogging world, then surely you’re aware that fewer things are more sacred to a blogger than the beloved Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. That being said, I could hardly consider myself a lifestyle blogger worth my stripes if I didn’t dedicate some time to easing the pain of navigating this cherished event.

Shopping the sales—known as les soldes— is as much a French past-time as it is an American one— although traditionally, retail sales in France are advertised twice a year, with most shops and boutiques all participating at the same time, so that everyone knows exactly when it’s time to shop til you drop. Kind of like our own Nordstrom Anniversary Sale—the event is anticipated annually, allowing for plenty of time to prepare and hydrate accordingly.

Although c’est la vie, the official blowout sale may have already come to end—as all good things inevitably and proverbially do—I’ve rounded up some French designer favorites that you can still snag on sale right now—without the need to queue up outside the store at dawn, or throw elbows in the crowd while breaking down the entry doors, as our seasoned sale-shopping forebears once did.

We owe it to them to save 60% the civilized way—and the one that God and the government have both essentially mandated in 2020—online.

Also, you can get $40 towards your purchase when you open a Nordstrom card. Just saying!

1. ISABEL MARANT

TIE DYE PUFF SLEEVE TOP $274.00 (60% OFF)

2020 will go down in the fashion history books as the year we all made tie dye happen. I don’t make the rules.

2. COMME DES GARÇONS

PRINT SATIN SLEEVELESS MIDI DRESS $780 (60% OFF)

Summer definitely doesn’t seem to be over yet, so it’s quite possible to still get some mileage out of this one this year, or perhaps let it kick off the first official garden party of 2021. This updated take on the toile print isn’t going anywhere.

3. MONIQUE LHUILLIER

TIERED PLEAT MIDI DRESS
$238.00 (60% OFF)

For those of us who went deep into Cottage Core this summer—you know who you are—I dare you to say no to this frothy pastoral dream.

4. SAINT LAURENT

MONOGRAMME LOGO ESPADRILLE $345 (8% OFF)

Perfect for transitioning into fall, I can’t decide if these canvas flats make comfort look effortlessly chic, or if they make looking chic seem suspiciously comfortable. Either way, I’m sold.

5. GIVENCHY

61 MM AVIATORS
$236.98 (40% OFF)

Aviators have always been my sunglass shape of choice. A fun hybrid of retro-glam, they pair perfectly with 2020’s hottest accessory, the face mask—seriously, I’m seeing them EVERYWHERE this year.

(Just a little Covid humor!)

La Canicule | 5 Bikinis for A Holiday Heatwave

Le bikini by Missguided UK (no longer available).

Whomever declared that Autumn begins in September, clearly never lived in Los Angeles!

If you too are experiencing a heatwave—known to Frenchies as une canicule—it might be wise to consider snagging some last-minute swimwear for one last holiday hurrah before Fall content officially takes over.

Goldenrod has turned out to be my unofficial color of the season, and this set from Missguided is no exception. Mine is no longer available, but look out below for five other favorites from the UK brand that you can snag on major mark-down right now, paired to your vacation personality.

1. Riviera Ready

Black Lemon Print Bottoms $9.00

Black Lemon Print Tie Top
$14.00

With its retro 50s style cut and Mediterranean pattern, these briefs are practically begging for a vacation.

2.Cute in Cannes

Blue Stripe Bandeau Top & Scrunchie $11.00

Blue Stripe Boomerang High Leg Bottoms $7.00

Perfectly in sync with the blue striped beach umbrellas that dot the beaches of the Côte d’Azur, this set even comes with a matching scrunchie to keep the breeze away from your face.

3. Poolside in Paris

White Polka Dot Bottoms $4.00

White Polka Dot Ruffle Top (No longer Available)

Nothing says Paris like a signature polka dot. Rooftop ready, this set was made for lounging, Left Bank style.

4. Boissons in Bordeaux

Burgundy Bandeau Top
$5.00

Burgundy Brief Bottoms (No longer available)

Head to wine country and be the only femme whose suit matches her glass of Côte du Rhone.

5. Pique-Nique in Provence

White Paisley Bikini Bottoms
$1.00

White Paisley Underwire Top
$14.00

With its pastoral chic pattern, this set is prime for a jaunt to the provincial countryside. And yes you read that correctly, the bottoms are currently going for $1 US dollar.

J'adore Du Jour: Le Tote by JLux the Label

Someone somewhere once said: no holiday long weekend is complete without the perfect tote. (Actually, it was me. I said it.)

Perfect for stowing beach reads, sunscreen, and skincare essentials—it’s slated to hit 116 degrees F in Los Angeles this weekend, lather it on, people!—you’ll need to find le sac wth just the right qualifications—large enough to fit a full-sized poolside towel, and stylish enough to complement the swimsuit cover-up du jour.

With its sturdy straw texture and minimalist messaging, this JLux the Label tote quite literally says it all.

Hellooooo Weekend!

Les Essentials | Poolside Packing for a Weekend Getaway

It’s been a heck of a year, and after a let-down of a summer, Labor Day Weekend—known to our French counterparts as La Fête du Travail, and celebrated in the motherland on May 1, just FYI—is the perfect excuse to get out of town.

Clocking in at a reasonable two hours on the road, Palm Springs is the perfect holiday weekend destination—if you can stand la chaleur, that is. Temps are known to hit the three digit mark, even in the fall months, but nothing that can’t be fixed with a little AC and a quick dip in la piscine.

Peep the packing list below for all the essentials—all linked to shop via LiketoKnow.it—and get ready for some serious fun in the soleil.

Bonnes vacances mes amies, and if you’re staying home this weekend, click here for a fabulous list of French-themed beach reads.

1. Le Bikini; Shein
   With its ribbed texture and frilly ruching, an ivory two-piece is an instant classic.

2. Sunscreen; Sun Bum
   The award for the best-smelling suntan lotion always goes to SunBum in my opinion. That goes for the entire range of creams, sprays, lotions, and lip balms.

3. Sunless Tanner; Bali Body

   An extra dark tan is the best way to make up for lost time spent indoors. This whipped mousse is quick to develop and easy to apply.

4. SPF Oil; Super Goop
   For extra sun protection plus the sheen of a tanning oil, SuperGoop makes the perfect spray to keep skin glistening while protecting it from those harmful rays.

5. Hand Cream; Victoria’s Secret Beauty
   Regular hand washing can leave hands super dry. Keep them moisturized with this palm-print crème pour les mains from Victoria’s Secret Beauty.

6. Bijoux; Shein
   A cool-girl chain, like this one from Shein adds instant glam to any look—even poolside.

7. Fragrance; Giorgio Beverly Hills
   A little spritz of this eau de luxury scent will make you feel like you’re posted up Cabana style at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

8. Hair Curling Wand; Foxy Bae
   I love the tropical print on this Foxy Bae hair wand that creates perfect beach waves every time.

L'Anniversaire | Birthday Wishes for 2020

L’ensemble & accessories by JLux the Label.

Birthdays are looking a little bit different this year.

Small gatherings may be la mode these days—out of necessity—but they also allow us the space and intimacy to focus on what’s most important.

I’ll be hosting a small pique-nique—yes, the French word for picnic is literally the same as the American word, but with a Pepe LePew French accent—on the beach tonight with some close friends. Making wishes, counting blessings, visualizing dreams, and setting goals for a year ahead that’s overflowing with amour, bonheur, prosperity, good health, compassion, personal fulfillment, partnership, travel, and abundance. Not just for me, but for all of us.

Bon lundi à vous, et joyeux anniversaire a moi!

Le Mariage | Notes on a Wedding & How to be a Best Dressed Guest

Fun fact: This Bardot dress reminded everyone of Kate Hudson’s character in How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.

I spent what is usually my birthday weekend celebrating the wedding of two dear amis, in a beautiful, socially responsible ceremony—ie. trés petite and sans dancing.

With only 25 guests, face masks galore, and a rehearsal dinner picnic on the beach (complete with White Claws and customized takeout from In-and-Out) things turned out quite differently from le mariage we were expecting to attend when their engagement was announced last year. But what the ceremony lacked in population, it made up for in spades with elegance, heartfelt speeches, sweeping sunset views of the Pacific, and of course, plenty of champagne.

The typical American wedding has been turned on its ear—like almost everything else this year—as a result of Covid restrictions, but it was so very inspiring to see one stripped of the usual pomp and circumstance, pared down to the barest and purest essential elements of a successful marriage, including the most important one: love.

As for how to nail the perfect wedding guest style, I’ve gushed many a time about Fashion Pass—my absolute favorite fashion rental service. Unlike any other subscription service (that I know of, anyway) Fashion Pass allows you to choose three to five pieces at a time (depending on your chosen price-point) from the curated collection of well-known designers and labels, wear them for as long as you want, and exchange them as often as you want, with the option to purchase at a discount. Kind of like when Netflix had dvd rentals that you could swap out whenever as part of the subscription plan.

Not only is it the perfect (and most cost effective) way to constantly have new clothes in your closet, it’s a surefire way to find an occasion dress you may only wear once. My only grievance with Fashion Pass is that I always want to keep everything I rent—including this canary-colored Bardot dream, which has already made itself comfortable in my closet.

Try Fashion Pass for $35 off your first month using my code Kandace1.

Don’t mind my quarantine manicure. Move along please folks, nothing to see here—except these glittery and gorgeous Steve Madden sandals.

Heure d'or | Golden Hour in FRNCH

It’s no secret that I love working with French brands, and one of my absolute favorites right now is the US outpost of the aptly titled Parisian brand FRNCH— pronounced like, well, “French.” You may remember ce marque from the pretty little polka-dot number I debuted earlier this summer.

Parisian Brand FRNCH

Based in the third arrondissement of Paris, this dreamy collection of ready-to-wear feminine frocks perfectly captures the unpretentious simplicity and minimalist sophistication that defines French Girl style.

Exhibit A: Meet the Alika dress (above).

This golden-hued maxi moves with the fluidity of melted Provençal butter, and somehow manages to be simultaneously both subtle and a standout—the very paradox that makes a French Girl so intoxicating.

This stunner evoked reactions ranging from elegant “Beauty and the Beast vibes” to comparisons with Beyonce’s iconic Lemonade video—also known as the height of Sasha Fierce boldness. With adjustable straps and a hidden snap to create a more modest décolletage, every detail of this classic wrap style is designed to perfectly flatter any female form and evoke the authenticity of une vrai française.

Shop the Spring/Summer 2020 collection here.

FRNCH US
@frnch_us

Bienvenue to the Non-Summer Summer

Bienvenue to the Non-Summer Summer

While some realists probably had a sense that Summer 2020 would look vastly different than usual, many hopefuls (myself included) were optimistic back in the early days of the Covid scramble that a few weeks of lockdown would do the trick, and we’d be back to our regularly scheduled programming by early summer. It seemed like a piece of cake to spend a few weeks, well, eating cake and other comfort snacks—because what else was there to do, really?—as well as carve out some dedicated time to online shopping.

With all the theoretical money we’d be saving by staying inside for a few weeks—ha!—it seemed like the perfect time to get our summer wardrobes in order. Packages would be delivered, clothes properly hung on wooden hangers, and on display in our well-organized and Marie Kondo-approved closets, with plenty of time to color coordinate our shelves and lose said cake weight by the time the gyms, pilates classes, and (for me) dance studios, reopened again.

Alas, here we are, officially into July, and in Los Angeles, back to semi-lock down after a two-week reopening tease. However, packages were in fact delivered (a little delayed, but hey), clothes were hung (albeit sometimes just flung over a chair) and the summer wardrobe did have time to develop, even with no place to wear any of it.

Dissh Boutique

I recently discovered Dissh boutique, an Australian brand that has quickly become one of my favorites—Aussies seriously know what they’re doing when it comes to summer style—with its mid-level pricing and fabrics that feel good on the skin.

This stunning, off-the-shoulder petite robe blanche surprised me with its beautiful, airy movement, despite a rich and heavy linen texture and midi length. I wandered around the deserted Landmark theater marquee in Westwood, feeling like a nostalgic screen goddess, pondering the bizarre ambiance that is summer in Los Angeles this year.

Let’s also not forget the vintage Dior baguette I scored from one of my all time favorite discoveries of the year, She’s Parisian. Curated by Zoe March, a young British Francophile with an impeccable eye for aesthetics, the collection is an array of antique and vintage findings— think everything from retro pearls and china teacups to jeweled hair combs and and vintage designer perfume bottles— styled in the most luxurious and lust-worthy ways. When I saw this sleek semi clutch (it has a thin strap for a handle, but feels better tucked under an elbow) with its signature D logo dangling in pearl, I knew it had to be mine. See below for details x

Dissh Boutique
@dissh

She’s Parisian
@shesparisian

Le Marque | Like a FRNCH Girl

What is it about a polka-dot pattern that can render any dress, blouse, or otherwise, so instantly chic? It’s just one of those iconic looks, like a monogrammed logo or pearl detailing, that can turn anything it graces into a classic.

Enter the Adonie dress (above) from my new favorite Parisian brand, FRNCH. No, that’s not a typo. This insta-chic collection is so inherently and authentically French that it doesn’t even need the E to prove it.

“Dedicated to a city that embraces elegance and simplicity, FRNCH's ready-to-wear concept also boldly merges the feminine look with the masculine,” the brand’s mission statement explains. “The result is an audacious expression of Parisian style, culture and way of being.”

With a flagship location in the third arrondissement of Paris, the whole luxurious collection is now available to les américaines via FRNCH US.

Shop the Spring/Summer 2020 collection here.

FRNCH
@frnch_us