by Renae Virata

When I think of places like Norway, Sweden, and Denmark (collectively known as Scandinavia, which sometimes includes Finland and Iceland), I think of this time of year.  Being so far up north on the European continent, these countries  epitomize a beautifully snowy holiday – and the clothes to match!  But Scandinavian wardrobes this time of year are more than just the knit sweaters with winter symbols that we love to wear come Christmas.  There’s a sophistication and modernity that is light years ahead of the fashion that we see everywhere else in the world.  To answer our questions on what to wear in Scandinavia this winter, check out travelista Beate Christian Gran’s responses.  She just got back from Norway and has a lot to say on the subject!

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by Gillian Chu

Kilts. Haggis. Rob Roy. Edinburgh has always had a rather Wuthering Heights-esque aura, with its people’s dressing to match. If you are traveling to Edinburgh during wintertime, obviously you can look forward to the amazing Hogmanay celebrations. However, you will definitely be greeted by the wet and cold weather unique to the British Isles, so make sure you are armed with trench coats and warm wellies, the top fashion staple of Scotland. Read the rest of this entry »

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by Renae Virata

Why are Irish eyes smiling in Dublin? Probably because they have a stylish scene unbeknown to most travelers.  But the capital city of the Republic of Ireland, which sits on the east side of the country, has street after street of style that can only be described as cozy hipster.

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by Renae Virata

There’s no better time to visit The Eternal City than in the fall.  Less tourists, cooler weather, and a delicious selection of some of the best fare that this time of year brings to Italy guarantee an unforgettable trip.  It’s like having a bit of the city to yourself! Read the rest of this entry »

Bohemians go to the beach for the summer and the preppies go sailing! Sailing is a traditional summer luxury along the East Coast. Many Eastern seaboard summer vacation spots were formerly ports for British ships and from a history of Naval seafaring places like Cape Cod are now full of yachts and sailboats. If you happen to be invited to the Hamptons, the Cape, or St. Michael’s for the weekend don’t forget your boat shoes or sailing stripes!

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by Renae Virata

It seems like Barcelona is the place to travel pretty much any time of the year.  From the plethora of historical finds to cozy cafes at which to relax, this Catalan city has a ton to offer.  Style in Barcelona is reflected in the more formal attitude of its denizen lending to the semi-conservative legacy of a city once heavily influenced by the Catholic Church.  In general, Barcelona style is what we call polished but relaxed, conservative with flair and a bit of edge. Read the rest of this entry »

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by Renae Virata

If you’re the adventurous type, the best way to cross over the hundreds of grachten (canals) in Amsterdam is to hop on a bicycle.  Everywhere you go, you’ll see rows and rows if not whole clumps of bikes parked next to storefronts or chained to bridge rails.  Be prepared with an outfit that will make those vacation pics worth sharing yet comfortable while you pedal your way through this historic and enchanting city. Read the rest of this entry »

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by Rebecca Raskind

Paris, especially Paris in the springtime, conjures up images of crisp colors, stylish accents, elegance and subtlety all at once. Whether your trip to Paris is a once-in-a-lifetime experience or a regular occurrence, packing the perfect pieces will be the first step in the journey. Read the rest of this entry »

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by Renae Virata

With the impending wedding of Prince William to his princess-to-be Kate Middleton on April 29, I can’t help but add my two cents to what seems to be about a million dollars worth of commentary on her chic fashion sense.  I could talk about her blue Issa dress, her collection of hats, and her fun club style, but there’s so much more to what her fabulous wardrobe means to a generation of women than meets the eye.   So, as one of those women, I am happy to see that Kate Middleton is the new style icon for the simultaneously poised, sexy and independent chick in her mid-20s to 30s that we’ve been missing for the past decade. Read the rest of this entry »

by Alexandra Escobar

It all began in 1957, when a certain woman we love, the late Audrey Hepburn, dazzled us with something so chic, so elegant that we thought to ourselves, “Why didn’t we think of that?” The Funny Face gal wore something that now has become a comfortable, fashionable, and important piece to every woman’s wardrobe: the legging. Read the rest of this entry »