Winter is a matter of taste for most people. Some look at the passing of the Winter Solstice as the official descent into a long cold season, with short days. I look at it as the moment when the days will get longer as time goes by. Not only that, but it’s the perfect time to focus on the ever elegant color that lacks all color… black. Here are a few inspirations that bring elegance, sophistication, and class to this period of the ever lengthening day!

A recent purchase – Dolce and Gabbana

Georgio Armani

A favorite coffee table book

My well worn Zara coat

My black beauty, Plum. Image credit Jeffrey Doornbos

 My fiance’s new Cameo soap from Marie Evora

My Katie Upton charcoal

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