I first met the always impeccable Noah S. A. Schwartz years ago when he was the proprietor of Shoefly, a now-defunct Midtown boutique chock-full of covetable shoes by the likes of Camper, Diesel, and Kangaroo. Truth be told, my early-twenties self was a little bit intimidated … Read More →
Category Archives: Closet Case
Closet Case :: Kelsie Hastie
I am very excited to announce that starting this month “Closet Case” will be an ongoing feature in Midtown Monthly, a local publication that I absolutely love. When Tim Foster, the publication’s editor, approached me about wanting to include the series I was beyond thrilled! … Read More →
Closet Case :: Alison Kranz
Looking for something fun and fabulous to do in Sacramento? This week’s “Closet Case” fashionista is your go-to gal. As the assisting editor at Sacramento365.com, an event website dedicated to all things happening in Sacramento, Alison Kranz is one über-informed lady when it comes to this fine … Read More →
Closet Case :: Tiffany Debol
It seems as though life is busy for everyone right now, so booking photo shoots has been challenging to say the least. After several weeks of trying to arrange a shoot with the lovely Tiffany Debol, we were finally able to get something on the … Read More →
Closet Case :: Mandie Jackson
Between her crystal-blue eyes, adorable dimples and killer style, Mandie Jackson was a must for this series. I first caught wind of Mandie through my brother who describes this week’s fashionista as “wicked funny.” He directed me to Mandie’s blog, Forever alone… on OkCupid, which features … Read More →
Closet Case :: Megan-Bria Bates
Megan-Bria Bates should live in a beach town. She has a very laid-back vibe about her, and her wardrobe has a hefty collection of brands you would find running rampant in most beach towns (think Hurley, Billabong, Element). Alas, the closest beach to Roseville, CA—where … Read More →
Closet Case :: Desa Sanders
In general, it seems like lawyers tend to get a bum rap, but not every lawyer is deserving of said reputation. Take for instance the ever-so-adorable Desa Sanders, an attorney with Angelo Kilday & Kilduff, a small firm specializing in public entity litigation—say whaaaat? While I may … Read More →
Closet Case :: Sara Carter
Sara Carter’s closet is overflowing with items that I would steal in a heartbeat if given the opportunity. Balenciaga, Christian Louboutin, Miu Miu, Marc Jacobs, Diane Von Furstenberg…the list of drool-worthy designers found in her wardrobe goes on and on. Some of her covetable collection … Read More →
Closet Case :: Kellen Walsh – Plus, a Giveaway from Lulu*s.
“I love fashion and working with clothes,” remarked this week’s It Girl Kellen Walsh, who works as the web operations manager for LuLu*s. “I think that being a personal stylist would be amazing. Shopping and dressing other people sounds fun,” she continued. Considering how amazing this lady always looks, I … Read More →
Closet Case :: Shawni Marie
Fact: Shawni Marie is a girly girl. One peek at the 5’2″ beauty’s wardrobe and there is no denying it. Her swoon-worthy, walk-in closet is chock-full of pastels, ruffles, frills, sparkles and enough sky-reaching heels to make Barbie jealous. Of course, this local It Girl also … Read More →
Closet Case :: Kat Haro
The thing I appreciate most about the ever-so-lovely Kat Haro is how accessible her style is…that and how freakin’ adorable she is. Seriously. She’s one charming and down-to-earth lady. Recommended to me for this column by numerous people (including former “Closet Case” fashionista Darcey Self), featuring … Read More →
Closet Case :: Allison Bethurem
Let me introduce you to the lovely and super stylish Allison Bethurem (of My Matryoshka Life). Born and raised in Northern California, this local It Girl recently returned to us after an 11-month stint in Michigan, where her boyfriend was attending law school. A former style assistant … Read More →



