Category Archives: Where To Shop

Adventures in Japanese Raw Denim

Mike has been wearing raw denim for years now, yet I was never really intrigued with the whole idea. The concept of not washing your jeans totally turned me off. I don’t understand showering, then putting on a pair with more »

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Inspiration from Istanbul

We went on our honeymoon in August. Since then, I’ve been seeing so much about Istanbul in magazines. Maybe this is like when you never see X type of car on the road, then your friend gets that car, and more »

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3 Sites That Make Online Shopping Fun

I read an article today about what customers are demanding. One of the points was that a brand has to be everywhere. (think: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest etc) I agree with this to some extent. If you look up a company more »

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2 New Shops for Men in Detroit

A veteran in men’s luxury apparel once told me, “Women shop because…they are happy, depressed, stressed, bored, need something to wear, want to reward themselves, have time to kill, it’s something fun to do with friends and so on. Men—they more »

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Vegas, Part II Formal Wear at it’s Best

I said I was in Vegas for work, remember? Well here is a sneak peak inside our meeting at what we at J.Hilburn are launching for Fall/Winter (on Sept. 1!). And even better news, the personalized tuxedos are ready for more »

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Swim Suits, Bathing Suits, Board Shorts—Very Cool Styles

How you refer to them depends upon where you grew up. Your location also plays a role in what you consider ‘normal’ attire for: the beach, the lake, the pool, running through the sprinkler… When I’m at any of these more »

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My New Favorite Canadian Brand

Not to worry Mackage, you have not been replaced! (as I am STILL pining for your gorgeous black leather jacket) A Vancouver based boutique, Aritzia, has a new home in Michigan and I couldn’t be more delighted! It’s fixed within more »

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StyleWatch Event: Tips, Recap & Pics for Your Viewing Pleasure

The People StyleWatch magazine event was lots of fun and went by so quickly. Here’s a recap, and a few images: I wanted to show how to mix sweet with RAH! Also a good visual to illustrate how it’s always more »

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People StyleWatch Magazine Event: Summer Edition

If you plan on shopping this weekend, (whether you want to or have to) come by Twelve Oaks & say HI! As we’ve done in season’s past, I’ll be giving individual style consultations: answering your wardrobe questions and putting together more »

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Jewelry, Swimsuits & Heels: Wearing Geometric Shapes

We are all inspired by different things. As I stare at my inspiration board, I notice that of late, I have been way into geometric shapes. While some may gobble up floral prints, I am loving anything that has a more »

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