MODA OPERANDI: THE PLATFORM WHERE YOU WILL DISCOVER FASHION

I want to start with the following – before diving into the world of “Fashion Discovery” because Moda Operandi is, after all, the platform for Fashion Discovery – Moda Operandi is the only online platform that offers straight off the runway pre-ordering. This means that we as customers can make sure to actually get our hands on the most-wanted, most-coveted, and ultra-trendy pieces that everyone wants to wear next season. This is an extremely smart and exciting way to shop, but of course, you’ll need to be confident about what’s going to be “hot” next season, and above all, you’ll need to have the patience for it to arrive, because it’s not a next-day delivery situation. Your next season’s person will get to you, but only just before the new collections hit the stores…

The way to be ahead of the pack, and order next season’s best pieces, is through Moda Operandi’s many “Trunkshows”. These trunk shows arrive pretty much right after the new collections hit the runway, or when their new season lookbooks come out – this is usually for the brands who don’t show at fashion week.

On top of being able to pre-order the latest collections – something that clearly sets Moda Operandi apart from most other online retailers – is the incredible curation of designers, and buy. You will find pieces on Moda Operandi that other online retailers aren’t offering, and they will bring you the most promising and loved new and upcoming designers of the moment. 

A good example of a designer I already knew and loved – and was able to pre-order straight off the runway – and a designer that I didn’t know existed, yet fell in love with right when I saw their new lookbook are Alessandra Rich and Michael Lo Sordo. 

Alessandra Rich is a long time favorite of mine; the combination of classic designers, but with a little twist – naughty but nice – have always appealed to me, and she does amazing evening wear, as well as knits and accessories. Below a little selection of some if the best looks of her Spring-Summer 2020 collection.

Michael Lo Sordo is a designer from Australia I discovered on Moda Operandi, mainly because his Spring-Summer 2020 looked so beautiful. A collection of super sophisticated and feminine pieces, in a earthy tone palette, simple or some with a little funny accent. See below some of his best looks, and you will understand what I mean!

A list of designers that received raving reviews on their Spring-Summer 2020 collections, are available for Pre-Order right now, AND are some of my favorites are, but not limited to: Hunting Season and Giambattista Valli. And some of the best under $500 are I think Christopher Esber and Rokh. And last but not least, and influencer collaboration everyone loves: Gia x Pernille Teisbaek.

However, those of us who aren’t a 100% sure about what will be “IT” next season, and want to shop what is most-loved right now, those are able to shop the extremely well curated list of designers on Moda Operandi. Enjoy!

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BEAUTIFUL FALL

Tommy and I go way back. Back to some of my first fashion memories. I remember I received a Tommy piece when I was pregnant with James 7 years ago and thinking it was one of the first designer pieces he will ever own!

It’s quite special if you think about it, how brands are weaved into our lives. To me that means quality, and that’s what I value as much as a good design.

Tommy Hilfiger is a go-to for those reasons; I know what I get when I buy a Tommy coat or pair of trousers. I get a product that will almost outlive me – especially when you take good care of it.

I buy timeless and classic pieces from the brand because I think that’s what they are best known for; however, I’ve been introduced to their Hilfiger Collection line through this partnership, and I must admit that this put them in a whole different perspective for me. The look I’m wearing in this post, is the absolute everyday sophisticated look I – and you – need in ours wardrobes. It will be perfect for a work meeting, but I can do a school run in it too. Needless to say, the colours are beyond. To me, there is nothing more chic than camel and cream tones for the fall-winter season. In addition to the colors, the richness of the fabric elevates this look to be unbelievably chic!

I loved an oversized knit, so I chose to go a size up, but you can go for your normal size if you prefer to have it less chunky. The trousers are on the long side for me, but what’s a tailor-run these days? No biggie!

Proved to be the perfect fall-winter look, I can recommend to take a peek at their new collection, I am sure it won’t disappoint!

I’m wearing: Hilfiger Collection knit / Hilfiger Collection pants (get short version here) / KHAITE bag / Celine sunglasses / Bottega Veneta sneakers.

This post was sponsored by Nordstrom & Rewardstyle, photography by Youn Jung Kim

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AN AMAZON FASHION LOVE STORY… WHO KNEW!

In a world of online shopping, endless love for the latest, but a deep desire for comfort, too, I find a gem. Not really hidden to be honest, because it’s been there for a while, yet I never considered it to be my “fashion destination”, until I did…

Amazon has been my emergency line, my home appliances heaven, my final shopping destination. Sounds rather dramatic, I know, but when you have a newborn you find yourself in need of many things, one the most ungodly hours of the day.

I never shied away from a PRIME order in the middle of the night, even if it were for a box of diapers during fashion week, because I knew I wouldn’t be able to get them at the supermarket while running around during back to back shows… Yet, I didn’t realize until a little while back, that Amazon Fashion was going to be my new obsession. With many contemporary brands being available within three clicks and with PRIME delivery – aka next day, or even SAME day on some occasions – it was obviously only a matter of time before we would enter a true love affair.

Not to sound ridiculous, but it is really a love story: for the longest time, and still do, I dreaded the idea of finding time to go shopping. I truly don’t find joy in going to a store, on my day off, where it is – as it always proves to be in NYC – mega packed. I’m a person who needs to shop in their own space, without a store manager hovering behind me asking me – of course with the best intentions – if I need anything. I’m a big girl, I will ask you if I need something, thank you.

I’m wearing a Ralph Lauren shirt & Nike shorts, both from Amazon Fashion.

I don’t mean this to sound rude, and I know they are just doing their job, but the truth is, it takes away from the shopping experience for me. I like peace and quiet, and above all convenience. Which is basically exactly what I get when I get my wardrobe staples from Amazon Fashion. Who knew! 

Speaking of wardrobe staples, this summer I stocked up on white tees and tank tops – see one I’m wearing in this post. They are the perfect transitional pieces to use when its beginning to get cold in NYC. Just layer a knit over your shoulders or a classic denim jacket with an all-white look. 

I was also able to get some great poplin shirts from Ralph Lauren, too. I used to grab Thomas’ but now I created my own little section in my wardrobe, just oversized poplins from the all American heritage brand. Another thing that is literally the best deal is athleisure wear. I’m not saying workout clothes, because truth is, I don’t really work out in them, I wear them just on regular moments of the day. Here combined with heels and my latest poplin love of orange for the warmer fall days and with trousers and a knit for cooler days. 

What I’m trying to say is that we have to rethink our shopping strategy, broaden our horizon, and look beyond what we know. I mean, who knew Amazon would be your next fashion destination?

I’m wearing a pair of Mara Hoffman linen trousers, white basic tank top, and Birkenstock slides!

This post was sponsored by Amazon Fashion, photography by Youn Jung Kim

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HOW KHAITE CONVERTED ME TO A MORE MINIMAL WAY OF DRESSING…

BRINGING BACK A REEBOK CLASSIC THIS SUMMER… THE CLUB C-85 VINTAGE SNEAKER

For as long as I can remember, I love to wear sneakers with dresses more than anything in the world. And as I’m writing this article, I’m sitting behind my laptop outside at the pool, wearing my new Reebok Club C-85 Vintage sneaker with a long floral linen dress. Heaven! In fact, the Reebok Club C-85 Vintage sneakers are a favorite in our household; Thomas and James were the first to own a pair, and now finally I have my own pair! Needless to say, Stella is asking for a pair now too…

 

Now for I think as long as YOU can remember ME, you know me as the girl who wears a pair of sneakers with her gown during Haute Couture Week in Paris. And you also know this doesn’tonly happens during that week… in my ideal world, this is my go-to look. I’m sometimes joking that it is one of my dreams to drop off the kids at school in a little couture dress, with my Reebok Club C-85 Vintage sneakers, yet, I have so many dreams to work hard for that I obviously have the remove “couture” from the equation for now, and go for any opulent dress that comes my way that allows me to run from uptown to downtown, and back.

And the “running” part definitely remains part of the equation, because there’s never enough hours in the day, and I’m always in a hurry and literally done with the blisters on my feed from any other shoe than my favorite pair of Reeboks. What I love so much about this pair is that they look like they’ve been literally brought back from the past. When Thomas saw them – and the one he has are less “vintage” looking – he was like “these have been saved from the 80s and sold now!”. Obviously this isn’t the case, because Reebok’s use of materialsadvanced with time, but the design is SO GOOD. So it’s really just as a compliment towards the incredible “new” vintage look they have. Needless to say, they have an easy color combination, which goes with anything. I combined it with a green dress that is similar to the green in the sneaker. A perfect coincidence!

Now I hear you think “ what if I am not the person to wear sneakers with dresses, how should I wear these vintage Reebok Club C-85 Vintage kicks?”. Well, this is quite simple, because you can basically pair them with everything, but WHAT I WOULD wear them with otherwise is a pair of jeans, cropped, and a simple slightly oversized t-shirt tucked in, OR a pair of denim shorts and a men’s shirt. Maybe add a Havana straw hat, or a pair of black or white sunglasses. They get you ready for life in the city, running from meeting to meeting, or picking up the kids. All in the perfect Retro Style!

 

Thank for the awesome sneakers Reebok, I loved working with them, and I can’t wait to wear them this fashion month!

Photos by Youn Jung Kim

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THE PERFECT SUMMER LOOK IS SO EASY…

DOUBLE DENIM

NEW: DELVAUX ON FIFTH

The new girl in town: Delvaux! Not long ago this Belgium born luxury leather brand opening its doors on 5th Avenue, and I was one of the lucky ones to be there and lunch amongst the prettiest to celebrate!

It’s not secret I love bags. Luxury leather bags are an absolute obsession of mine, and I will never have enough of them! I remember I always dreamed of having one, but until the moment I actually had one, I carried around anything that resembled the real deal. With always an extreme critical eye for detail, I would never leave the house with a bag made of anything else than leather – unless it was a bag meant to be from some sort of plastic, as in a “trend”, obviously. Because that always played some sort of part in the way I dressed, and still do. I like trends, and I follow them, but ALWAYS the way I think they are looking “best”.

I have a very specific idea of what looks good and what doesn’t. This is of course simply my opinion on it, and there are countless other options that matter equally as much as mine. That’s how we define our personal style. I do like to thing, though, that I can also tell you what looks good on YOU, or what YOU should invest in now, or save up for. One of those things is a “Delvaux bag”.

Delvaux originates from the 1829s and is with that one of the oldest fine leather luxury good houses in the world! And inventor of the handbag, and close to home – for me: from the Kingdom of Belgium. And especially that last part is something I’m proudly supporting. Brands like Delvaux, how have been around for that long, delivering only the finest products, and with a brand new store on Fifth Avenue in New York, need some spotlight!

 

Balenciaga sneakers / Balenciaga socks (in black) / Delvaux “Cool Box” bag / Maje leggings (on a budget) / Balenciaga hoodie.

Photos by @Zanitazanita

 

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LADY DIOR BUT GRUNGIER

There’s nothing in the world that gives me a cozier feeling than a big oversized chunky winter coat. It’s a feeling of luxury in a time of sadness, because truth is, I still can’t wrap my head around the fact we’re deep into Fall. Not long now and New York City will become a frozen city, where days of crisp blue skies will go hand in hand with gloomy snow-days. Not that I don’t like it, but it was like “wait now we’re going to enjoy the summer” and then summer was already behind me. I blame it on my crazy busy summer, full of weddings, work-trips, and Fashion Weeks – both RTW and Couture. None of that was anything less than AMAZING, but it just proves that time is going so quick these days. Not only because of work, but also with our family lives. Early Fall Stella turned 5! FIVE YEARS OLD, I mean, where did the time go?

Anyway, here’s one of my favorite Fall looks, with a beautiful Dior coat and Lady Dior bag – which I both borrowed from the brand, to show you how to wear it! Combined with the best jumpsuit of the season – read more to find out where you can get it – and of course, my Triple S sneakers. No day goes without those… Sorry, but I’m not sorry!

Photos by Jeff Thibodeau

Dior coat and bag | Tibi jumpsuit | Balenciaga sneakers

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