A Key to the Armoire – Page 8 – A Personal Style Blog by Susana Fernandez

Blue China

SUSANA'S KEYS TO STYLE: "The placement of a brooch does not need to be limited to a shoulder or a lapel; it adds unique style positioned elsewhere, like at the waist, on your hair, and even on your handbag!"

Collaborations, Features, Outfit Style, Work Appropriate

Wild Spots with Amour Vert

SUSANA'S KEYS TO STYLE: "Just as it happens in nature, not all animals look the same, so mix-and-match confidently! It will work!"

Casual, Collaborations, Features, Outfit Style, Shopping Inspiration, Weekend Wear

Silk Blooms with Amour Vert

SUSANA'S KEYS TO STYLE: "One way to support sustainable fashion is to commit to wearing natural fabrics. Washable silk is a wonderful option to consider!"

Lifestyle & Entertaining

Chelsea Birds for the New Year

SUSANA'S KEYS TO STYLE: "One way to enhance the cohesiveness of a tablescape is to use the design elements of the china in your centerpiece."

Lifestyle & Entertaining

Visions of Sugarplums

SUSANA'S KEYS TO STYLE: "A Christmas table doesn't have to be restricted to red and green. As long as you have other Christmas details, any color may work!"

Lifestyle & Entertaining

Victorian Spring Birthday Tea

SUSANA'S KEYS TO STYLE: "There are differences between "Afternoon Tea" & "High Tea". The first one features sweets, scones, and finger sandwiches, served anywhere but the dining room. The second one is more of a meal that includes tea, but is taken on a regular dining table."

Casual, Going Out, Outfit Style, Weekend Wear

Eyelet Color Block

SUSANA'S KEYS TO STYLE: "Sometimes outfits get to be built slowly and organically. The important thing is to buy things that complement each other for a curated look."

Collaborations, Lifestyle & Entertaining

Celebrating May Day with Lily of the Valley

SUSANA'S KEYS TO STYLE: "Inspiration for a table exists all around you. For this tablescape, I replicated the color scheme of the famous Dior fashion house, which came to mind while reading a book about the founder's sister!"

Collaborations, Lifestyle & Entertaining

A Garden Tuxedo

SUSANA'S KEYS TO STYLE: "Votives add just the perfect amount of low-light to set an intimate and relaxing mood, while adding depth to a tablescape."

Events & Shows, Formal, Going Out, Outfit Style

Roses are Red with Alexandre Birman

SUSANA'S KEYS TO STYLE: "Dresses are not the only option when it comes to evening events or formal outfits. Luxurious separates work equally well!"

Collaborations, Lifestyle & Entertaining

Concord Wine Ice-Cream Fool

SUSANA'S KEYS TO STYLE: "An ice-cream social can be a fun and chic gathering for friends and family. It could be the perfect, stress-free ending to an Easter celebration!"