Flying Dutchman

August 25, 2020 Danielle Brown

Twenty minutes by train outside of Amsterdam lies the Zaanse Schans, a district offering a snapshot of 18th and 19th century Dutch life. It is home to a bakery museum, cheese making factory, and most notably windmills, many of which are operational. Zaanse Schans is a place to visit with someone you love.

My midi Jonathan Simkhai dress is from the Spring 2016 collection. I was drawn to the lace appliqué detail, halter neck, and the pleated tulle skirt. Black and white is always a classic combination and I felt it was a piece I needed to add to my closet. I wore my favorite Giuseppe Zanotti suede cutout sandals with a recessed heel.

Wedding Belle

October 20, 2019 Danielle Brown

I love all of my dresses, but sometimes there are ones I love just a little bit more. Ones that take up a bigger space in my heart. One of those dresses I wore on a Sunday, where surrounded by family and friends, I married the father of my child and the love of my life.

This happens to be the second dress I purchased. I started like most with a traditional search, visiting local bridal salons, trying different styles. Nothing really spoke to me. I began to search online, where it became more than difficult to wade through the fast fashion retailers masquerading as bridal boutiques. Choosing a gown without having tried it on or having felt the fabric was a risk. One that did not pay off.

A Fashionable Journey: Jardín Majorelle

July 10, 2019 Danielle Brown

I was fortunate enough to set foot on the great continent of Africa again, this time in the Kingdom of Morocco. After touching down in Casablanca, we took a short flight to the ancient imperial city of Marrakech.

Established in 1062, Marrakech is a tale of two cities. Inside the sandstone walls you will find the medina, or the old city, home to snake charmers, ceramic pottery, and a never ending supply of couscous. Outside of the red walls lies a modern urban city replete with luxury boutiques, shiny sports cars, and palm tree lined streets. Somewhere in between lies the Jardin Majorelle.