Somewhere between the airport and the express train into the city it hits me, I’m in London! I gaze out the window of the train in awe of the sites. The uneven cobblestone streets, the perfect tilt to the brick buildings, it’s as if I’m riding the train to Hogwart’s with the amazing Harry Potter. I’m still completely absorbed in the moment as I step out of the English cab and walk up the stairs of The Berkely, greeted by a man in a top hat with a fabulous accent. With the swoosh of the revolving door, I hear the clanking of fine china from Tea being served in the Caramel room. I can barely contain my excitement to get out and enjoy this lovely city. I quickly check in, so I can change my clothes and be on my way. The outfit is elegantly urban with edgy details that reflect the city. An outfit that I can comfortably walk all through Harrods, then pass by my favorite homes in Belgravia, and back to the hotel for a drink at the Blue Bar. I collapse on the big fluffy duvet with a sigh, as I decide what to order with my hot-chocolate. The perfect ending to the day!

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It’s a beautiful day at Central Park as you indulge in your favorite novel. The greenery slowly succumbs to Autumn (well, not yet, but soon!) and suddenly you remember you’ve got a date with the girls at an oh-so-far-away cafe. You have no time to run home and change, and even if you did it would still be a drag! This is why we love the ‘transitional’ outfit that can be worn comfortably all day and serve many purposes. This means more time enjoying your day, less time pondering (or pouting) in front of the closet and of course, less laundry… it’s a beautiful thing.

As we approach Fall it will be fun to start mixing shorts with sweaters - especially ‘blousy’, roomy sweaters if the shorts happen to be itty-bitty. Zip on some hot, black, strappy Louboutins that are ideal for all day use, throw on a long, bohemian necklace, a fringe-fabulous Prada, a laid back yet glamorous neck scarf, some rimless aviators and strut your stuff from the grass to the glass (cappuccino glass, that is). You have just successfully worn one single outfit for the entire day. Can you rise to the challenge? Seriously, how many of you change more than 2 or 3 times a day? Let us know!

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