1. Daring Duos Nail polish color combos ruled the 2014 Fall/Winter runways, and none looked quite as fabulous — or are as easily achievable at home — as Badgley Mischka’s subtle yet sparkling gray mani. To get the look, simply apply two coats of Deborah Lippmann’s Take the A Train, $20, to the entire nail as a base. Then, carefully […]

When the sun sets and we’re getting ready to leave the desk for the day, we look to evenings out on the town to cure our daytime blues.  Between date nights, GNOs, happy hour cocktails, gallery openings and impromptu nighttime get-togethers, we require the sartorial equivalent of a LBD – a extraordinarily versatile, chicer-than-chic, strikingly gorgeous number that will have […]

We’re working girls and just because we put in a few extra hours to make an honest living doesn’t mean we need to skimp on our style. When it comes to accessories, we tend to be of the mindset that the more stylish the accessory, the harder we work.  With all the iPads, iPhones and laptops, we need to make […]

Few things are more classic than a basic cotton button down shirt. The conundrum that often ensues is how to style it without looking like you’re heading straight to the office. That’s where Adam Lippes comes in. Fusing the best of American sportswear with a sophisticated edge, this New York label is our go-to solution when we’re vacillating about our […]

One of the most sought after styles in past years is that of Olivia Palermo’s.  Sophisticated.  Feminine.  Chic.  Playful.  Always tasteful, Miss Palermo has a distinct point of view when it comes to fashion. It’s that distinct point of view that has landed the maven on repeated best-dressed lists and made her a household name in the fashion arena.  It’s […]

Coco Chanel famously once said, “Before you leave the house, look in the mirror and remove one accessory.”  But with all due respect to the brilliant Ms. Coco, we’re tucking that theory away for a rainy day, because we can’t help by idolize the idea of layering necklaces to create one bold statement.  Piling on necklace after necklace just seems […]

It’s every girl’s wardrobe challenge- preparing to say goodbye to summer whilst preparing to welcome fall. Climate, lifestyle and a full dance-card can add to the frustration.  Selecting versatile and classic pieces guarantees a successful changing of the guard. Many transitional pieces can be made to work year round if the color is tonal, lasting and riche.  Recruiting knits and dresses that […]

Fact: Opposites attract.  It’s a simple theory that produces great results because some things are just better when they are mashed together in unexpected ways. To prove just how magnificently brilliant and easy this contradictory concept is we’re styling sets of twinsies that create harmonious pairings.  An astonishingly sophisticated evening darling – denim with sequins; a daringly eccentric ensemble – […]

We here at Lustre Life are card-carrying members of the Peep Toe Fan Club. The seasonless wonder that at times feels like two shoes rolled into one. Think of it as footwear that effortlessly combines sugar ‘n spice and sass ‘n class. When sporting a peep toe, one must remember that their tootsies themselves are part of the opening act. […]

As temperatures rise this summer, the ease in which we dress for our busy days suddenly drops drastically.  When the weather outside is dreadfully sweaty and humid, the hardest thing a fashionista faces is how to simultaneously remain cool and utterly trendy. LustreLife’s got you covered.  We curated a collection of lightweight, breezy and flowy dresses, tops and bottoms that […]