Kate Franco

If You Build it, They will Come: Pinstripes

6 March 2008

A good friend recently emailed me asking about how to build a wardrobe for your career. My automatic response was “dress for success”. But, a) that’s cliche and b) that doesn’t really help if you don’t know what’s right for you. So, start defining your style by buying the staples. Remember that just because it’s […]

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On Our Radar: Romer Pedron

3 March 2008

How amazing is this pic? Something about the contrast…and Naima’s super intense eyes. I was perusing the web checking out what all the ANTM models have been up to lately and stumbled across this photo posted on Naima’s myspace page. (Is it just me or do you have a hard time believing that famous people […]

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Spring 2008 Trend: Floral

2 March 2008

I’ll admit I was skeptical. Florals seem so…passe. Perhaps even a more than a little childish. And on the opposite end of the spectrum, grandmotherly/MOB (Mother of the Bride). But after a winter where gray was the must-have color, big and splashy florals provide more than enough cheer to go around. Undeniable Tips: Wear florals […]

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Hot Color, Hot Theme – Peacock Blue

24 February 2008

We all know that jewel tones are so “right now”. What’s more, the similar “snorkel blue” has been chosen by Pantone as a have-to-have color for Spring 2008. It’s always interesting to see how these colors work their way into interior design… After my trip to Cost Plus, where I purchased a peacock blue jute […]

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Sneak Peak of my Living Room

24 February 2008

Yes friends, it’s true. After living in the Scott St Apt with PRD for a good 7 months, I’ve finally gotten up off the couch and been truly bitten by the decorating bug. Sources of inspiration: Cost Plus World Market — I happened to stop in on my lunch break on Friday, and was stoked […]

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