Posted by Katia on February 25, 2011 · Leave a Comment
“Too much style in America is tacky. It’s looked down upon to be too stylish. Europeans, however, appreciate style.” – Tom Ford on why he set his sights on Europe during the early days of his career as told to New York Times’ Lynn Hirschberg. While Tom Ford is known for his biting statements, I … Read more
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Posted by Katia on February 10, 2010 · 2 Comments
I discovered Zara at a time when less than desirable circumstances had left me in a financial bind where I felt relegated to a life of cheap sartorial frills. Yes, I was quite the snob, and once held only a niche of mid-range to high-end boutiques in high esteem, where I would shop exclusively while … Read more
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Is Too Much Style A ‘No-No’ In America?
Posted by Katia on February 25, 2011 · Leave a Comment
“Too much style in America is tacky. It’s looked down upon to be too stylish. Europeans, however, appreciate style.” – Tom Ford on why he set his sights on Europe during the early days of his career as told to New York Times’ Lynn Hirschberg. While Tom Ford is known for his biting statements, I … Read more
Filed under Fashion, Musings, News and commentary, Psychology of style · Tagged with America, Christian L'Enfant Roi, Clothing, Europe, fashion, fast fashion, Forever 21, H&M, Mad Men, Montreal Gazette, New York Times, Style, Tom Ford, Zara