This past weekend the Boston Globe published its top picks for new shops in Boston… and 9tailors was one of them! Read more here. Anyway, on to equally important news… We have introduced a new line of 100% cotton fabrics to our collection! Solids, stripes, checks in a myriad of colors (my favorites are the…
Style Works: Assessing Your Assets
Today, 9tailors and Polished Wardrobe Advising will be holding a workshop on the MIT campus. I am so thrilled about the opportunity, not just because I will get to disseminate my knowledge of fashion to undergraduate and graduate school students, but because I will get to re-live (even if it is just for 2 hours)…
What Would Austin Wear If I Took Over His Wardrobe – Part II
As I was hanging my clothes away, something terrible happened. My closet collapsed on top of me. All my neatly folded clothes came tumbling down. But, that wasn’t the worst thing. Austin’s overall jeans landed on my head. Eek! How had I missed these?!! When I confronted Austin about his overalls, I learned that he…
What Would Austin Wear If I Took Over His wardrobe – Part I
Austin loves his New Balance sneakers. While there is nothing particularly wrong with them (they are very practical for vigorous outdoor activity), the shoes don’t really say, “I’m a gentleman.” So, what would Austin wear if I took over his wardrobe? I would want to buy a pair that is comfortable, modern and sharp. And,…
People With Style
Who has more than style than an actual stylist? Meet my good friend, Allison Abrams, co-owner of Polished, a wardrobe advising company. Ally has an eagle-eye when it comes to buying designer labels and looks for less, which is why she is so successful at helping others build their own wardrobes. I have seen her rifle…
Suit Yourself: People With Style
A New Year calls for a new person with style entry! this week 9tailors presents: Alice Lu. If you had a chance to raid someone else’s closet (without getting picked up by the police and charged with theft), who’s would it be? My choice would be Alice Lu, hands down. It’s a treasure trove of Chanel handbags,…
White, Blue, or Orange Dress Shirts?
So, the other day, I was doing my usual online browsing and I stumbled upon an interesting article by The New York Times entitled, ” For Men’s Shirts, It’s Bright Colors And Bold Patterns.” In the article it claimed that men were choosing brighter, bolder shirts – think crazy stripes and checkered patterns. Ok, sure…