Author: Polka Square

The Petal Knot | A Hair “Do”
They are having a moment, but for some of us, were they ever not? Either way you shake it, bandanas and handkerchiefs are the accessory that gives and gives…and gives. Tie it to your bag, wrap it on your wrist, …

New York City | View from the Outside
We skipped the leftovers and took a Black Friday non-stop to the City, with a capital C. As in New York. Traveling with two of our favorite people to make memories with landed us in the heart of Bryant Park, …

Behind the Collection
My professional career is about 13 years old now. You might call it a moody teenager deep in the trenches of discovery. It’s old enough to know successes and failures, but still maintains that youthful glow believing the best is …

On Purpose
The weather guys said it would be irritatingly hot. I’m here to report, they nailed it. The event took place at 1015 Rooftop. Thankfully, that roof was only about a flight and a half into the cloudless, morning sky. Heat …
In Real Life
I’m showing you just a few of the upcoming “trends” for Spring 2018. I put trends in quotations because I think we all can agree that we’ve seen these before and we’ll see them again. What goes around comes around. …

Thirty-Something Skin
Sharing a few “over-the-counter” skincare products that I use in addition to those recommended by my trusted dermatologist. I’m not a skincare expert, but I’m a real-life user and that makes it worth sharing. Links to each product listed below …

The Basics.
There is this myth floating around that to look your best, you must invest a great amount. I used to allow myself to be tricked into thinking that paying more for certain apparel items meant they would look better and …

The Kitchen Sink.
Some of you know that I have been making a considered effort to tidy up around our home. I’ve rearranged almost every room, and while doing so, using the Remodelista Manual (run, don’t walk, to purchase this book of gold). …

Guys Guide | Holiday 2017
Vans for J.Crew in Moleskin RAK Wristband J.Crew SmartPhone Gloves in Marled Grey Native Union Night Cable J.Crew Classic Zip-Pocket Sweatpant in Marled Graphite Snackzels in Ranch Bodum 8-Cup Double-Wall Pour Over One Year on a Bike Book RayBan Signet Gold SmartHalo …

Thanks+Giving Place Cards
Do we really need place cards at Thanksgiving? Probably not, but admit it, they are kind of a fun accessory to the tablescape. Click below to download your free printable. Cut out, fold and write your guests names! Or, you …