#SaksPartner I wanted to create an extra special evening look for the upcoming social season filled with weddings, galas, and black-tie parties. There are so many directions you can go when searching for a dress for a special occasion or event, and this theme is romantic, enchanting, feminine, and sexy.  Zimmerman Natura Dress This full-length Natura dress by Zimmerman is a mid-length dress made of a gorgeous linen and silk blend. The Natura dress is shaped in an A-line silhouette and finished with a sweetheart neckline, bustier bodice, and silk flower petals cascading down the strap ..read more

What Are We Wearing? Most people don't think of leather for their Spring/Summer wardrobe. But I am here to show you several options and ways to incorporate natural and faux leather into your warm-weather looks.  Skirts A chic leather skirt is a showstopper. I love an A-line cut or a high-waisted leather skirt for a throwback look. These skirts aren't heavy at all and can be styled effortlessly with cotton tees, button-down dress shirts, or lightweight fine knits. It's a great textile for a day-to-night look or when you want to add some edge to your look.  Shorts The preppy aesthet ..read more

What Are We Wearing? I'm off to Paris with my family for a little getaway, and I'm sharing what I'm packing in my suitcase for this exciting trip. Some of the most requested services from my clients are packing tips, styling, and staying organized while traveling for both business and pleasure, and my go-to advice is always to keep it simple and bring versatile, comfortable options. Here are a few must-have pieces that I can't leave without and how I'm wearing them.  A Timeless Trench Coat The weather can be inconsistent in Paris, so the best outerwear I find to travel with is a chic, c ..read more

I stopped by to check out the newest location of one of my favorite shops, The Great Put On, now open in the Seaport and Martha's Vineyard. This store offers an extra special shopping experience because of its personalized styling services and stellar selection of designers. Here are a few of my many favorites from my trip. Be sure to contact me at tara@tarawestfashion.com if you have any questions or want to see something special for yourself! Goldhawk I pulled a few options for some clients who have events coming up. This brand is called Goldhawk, and they offer elevated, chic ..read more

What Are We Wearing? Festival fashion is making a strong statement by combining the eccentricity of Boho-chic with the edginess of grunge. Whether you're planning to attend Coachella or just have an appreciation for the world's inspiring energy and aesthetic, below are some fun ways to introduce these special elements into your closet.  Skirts Mini, midi, and maxi skirts are taking the lead in festival-inspired fashion looks. Ruffles, asymmetric hemlines, flowing silk, and feminine details like lace are all part of the aesthetic and can be worn in many versatile ways. Keep it more on th ..read more

What Are We Wearing? Blazers are the perfect go-to for completing a look that might be missing something. I love to style blazers as separates, reaching beyond suits and workwear. The cropped blazer trend is on fire this season; the cropped version adds structure to your look and accentuates your shape. Adding a cropped blazer to a casual or dressy look creates proportions, balancing your ensemble, such as a long pant, a short jacket, and a high heel or platform shoe.   Textures Tweed, thick knits, and boucle textures look gorgeous on a blazer silhouette. They add a chicness level ..read more

Spring has sprung at Copley Place. I stopped by the Wolford store for some separates and found these transitional pieces I could not leave without! Leather and premium faux leather pieces have claimed their place in the fashion world. Style these pieces year-round for business, casual, travel looks, and beyond. Stop by and check out the latest collection at the Wolford Boutique, 100 Huntington Ave. Suite B019, Boston, MA 02116, open Monday - Saturday 11A-7P, Sundays 12P-6P. Edie Forming Leggings I kept it simple in this all-black ensemble and started with the Edie Forming Faux Leather leggings ..read more

Revel Winchester is more than a boutique; it’s a fashion and lifestyle destination. Style and elegance meet for a personalized shopping experience for the modern woman. Head to the Revel boutique in Winchester for a one-stop shop for Spring's latest designer arrivals, accessories, jewelry, shoes, and more. You can shop Revel at 7 Thompson Street, Winchester, MA 01890, open seven days a week, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Be sure to ask for Shauneen, the owner when you stop by and tell her Tara sent you! Or schedule a shopping trip with me at tara@t ..read more

What Are We Wearing? Spring is (almost) in the air. I have been having so much fun shopping for my male clients and refreshing their wardrobes with new pieces that feel elevated and stylish for everyday wear and weekend casual. Here are some basics I like to start with when I set out on my shopping trips.   Shirts & Polo’s The classic Polo shirt has come a long way. Updated in new fabrics and an array of colors, a collared polo can be worn to any casual or daytime event. Long-sleeve Polo shirts are great transitional pieces for the current weather patterns and will prove versati ..read more

What Are We Wearing? The resurgence of the Y2K fashion era is coming back! We are seeing this trend step out in the form of vintage and vintage-style clothing, daring statement pieces, and edgy accessories. The most fun part of this comeback is that it showcases an appreciation for individuality and artistic expression. Here are some Y2K-inspired pieces I'm eyeing to add to my Spring looks. Jackets Y2K fashion is a mixture of textures and proportions. Bomber jackets that are cropped or slightly oversized and finished in high-shine fabrics are the perfect statement piece to uphold this era. Ot ..read more