School’s out forever, so here’s a look that works!
Shelly is sporting a fetchingly professional 2-toned Theory dress ($295) and gray patent sandals ($345). Because this is California, she accessorizes her look with Oliver Peoples sunglasses ($285) and a leather cuff ($250) and black necklace ($175) from Pono.
Photo: CUSP Century City, Shelly
Name: Paige Adams-Geller
Hometown: Wasilla, AK
Sign: Gemini
How often do you read your horoscope? Every time I see one in a publication!
Current favorite song: “Moneymaker” by Rilo Kiley
Childhood celebrity crush: It was a toss-up between John Taylor from Duran Duran and Rob Lowe
The movie you would watch whenever it is on TV? Less Than Zero, Notting Hill, Pretty Woman
If I could be anywhere, I’d be: In Italy eating gelato and pizza!
Is there a book that has profoundly changed your life? “Dry” by Augusten Burroughs. He is a perfect example of someone who has been able to turn lemon into lemonade!! Which is why I also read daily meditation books. I really believe it is important to start the day with a positive attitude and to be grateful for everything I have. I read daily thoughts on many different subjects to stay focused on the light.
What book are you reading now? “Eat, Pray, Love” by Elizabeth Gilbert and “Spirituality of Imperfection” by Ernest Kurtz and Katherine Ketcham.
What’s on your iPod? Maroon 5, Feist, Cia, Rilo Kiley, Matchbox 20 and Keith Urban
How many air miles do you log a year? A couple hundred thousand! I have been on a plane nearly every week this year!
What is your favorite piece from your current collection? The Cavendish Dress! I feel sexy and powerful when I wear it.
How would you best describe your client? She is a perfect combination of beauty, brains and has a little bit of sass! She wants to look polished but sexy at the same time.
Who are your personal style icons? I love Charlize Theron’s style on the red carpet! Angelina Jolie epitomizes Paige Black Label as well as being my girl crush! And my pals Amber Valetta and Emmy Rossum have personal style that is picture perfect!
What style secrets do you have right now? Ponte di Roma! I am obsessed with pants, dresses and jackets in this fabric! It holds you in in all the right places, travels well and looks so chic!
Right now, every girl needs a _____? Leather bomber jacket to wear with dresses or denim!
What do you buy at the newsstand? Weeklies, monthlies, mints and gum (usually in an airport).
Your ideal day/night? I love traveling and music. So, ideally, I would be out in nature taking in the beauty and new sights or exploring new cultures by day and going to a concert at night.
Paige Black Label is available at CUSP boutiques.
This fall it’s ALL about the small picture. We’re loving the embellishments and subtle touches of taste that turn a good pair of shoes great.
Take this black crocodile-embossed patent leather side zip Tory Burch bootie (bottom)– and then note the added touch of gold hardware on the heel that takes it from simply refined to remarkable ($395).
Don’t have time to stop by CUSP to see the latest arrivals? Shop CUSP.com from the comfort of your cubicle for our latest Fall Denim! Find the top styles from William Rast, 7 For All Mankind, Citizens of Humanity, Rock and Republic and more!
It’s not too soon to start incorporating a few autumn hues into your wardrobe. Tanya from our Tysons Corner boutique sports this Madison Marcus ombre dress ($348), a perfect compliment to the deeper tones and ever lengthening shadows of late summer. Paired with a patent clutch from Lauren Merkin ($180) and YSL Mary Janes ($595)
Photo: CUSP Tysons Corner, Stylist: Tanya
Here’s a refresher course on some of the top trends we’re loving right now, in case summer vacation (remember those?) has caused your mind to wander.
First up we have “Shine,” not to mention our seasonally transcendent love of all things Tory Burch with her beetle-print blouse ($350). And while this top likewise qualifies as “Bold Color,” why not overachieve a bit with this Marc by Marc Jacobs orange jacket ($478) and yellow belt by Luxurious ($82)
High-Waisted jeans are still hot (Marc by Marc Jacobs, $193), and though they’re tough to see here, trust us– these Dolce Vita platform pumps ($165) are every bit as cute and stylish as their designer, Ivy Kirzhner (our most recent CUSP designer interview).
Model: Ana, CUSP Tysons Corner
