Good morning, Thursday. It's raining here in the city and soupy in the office and I'm just all "yea, whatever". Thank goodness a vendor sent me some candy or I'd be really falling apart. This is the type of day only chocolate and a sweet 90s R&B diva playlist can fix.
So last night I went to a really fun party with some friends in the industry (other producer types and photographers) on a gorgeous rooftop in Chelsea. It was just one of those nights that affirms the importance of a)making a point to be social and b) that there are great people in the world just about everywhere you look. There were some lovely peeps out, the food was delicious, and the drinks were flowing (vodka and fresh lime juice- maybe the perfect summer drink- simple and delicious). It's nice to see people you've done so much work with- who know you in the fun times and the stressful times. And so many had lovely things to say about this here blog, which warms my heart more than anything.
So last night I ran into a new friend whose style is pretty much synced up with me in a way that feels familial. We talked about leather button down shirts (I'm on the fence but if anyone can rock that look, she can) and leather jackets (oxblood or black? DARK MIDNIGHT BLUE.). And then we got on the subject of the perfect tee shirt, as girls do. I am sure all of you out there have a favorite cut, brand, and color. For me, a basic black tee is EVERYTHING. Right now I'm very much digging on the sexy appeal of a muscle tee- I like the peek of shoulder and the sleeveless is great under jackets in the summer time- somehow it's a cooler slouchier silhouette under a lightweight blazer. Instant classic- makes me feel almost as happy as writing this blog does- comfy, cool, and just right. Mr. Wang keeps making this tee shirt every season (thank the Fashion gods above), so he must be aware of its instant status as a great LBT.
And if you buy only one tee shirt this summer, and I do mean only one, you have to get this one by Alexander Wang. It's the slub tee shirt (it has a bit of "grain" in the fabric)- a rayony, silky confection of a tee that is neither too tight or too revealing. It's subtly sheer so it's sexy with a black bra underneath and it's slouchy enough to give you that rock and roll tomboy vibe that I love so much with a boyfriend jean or short and a blazer and skinny pants. The neckline is pretty and not too low or too high, and the shape of this tee is fabulous- I love its eased up loose vibe for Summer. PS- my very chic friend agreed- this is the pick of the litter when it comes to the best basic around. Oh, and don't think I don't know it's expensive- at just about $100 it's not cheap, but like i said, you're just buying ONE. And really, this tee is cool enough to function as more of a top- it's that good.
And that's all I've got for now. You've got your marching orders- go forth and buy this fabulous little item. You're welcome.
Cause that's what's up this muscle tee'd Thursday in the 212. Yours, in basic black goodness.