Rebelling against the naturally ocurring cow print of her Vermont youth, Brigid Nastasia became a stylist, model, and writer for a Toronto-based style site before tackling big projects and even bigger personalities as brand manager at Shag. She founded fashion-centric creative services agency, CONTRA, in 2010 with her business partner Joseph Gordon Cleveland, with whom arguing generally means the day has just begun. She resides in South Boston and has no plans to abdicate her throne as the outsider’s insider.

The Dazzling New MFA Jewelry Exhibit
Posted on 7/28/2011 at 4:59PM | No Comments

Image courtesy of the MFA The first, and frankly easiest observation to make about the new Jewels, Gems and Treasures: Ancient to Modern exhibition that opened last week at the Museum of Fine Arts is that yes, it is small. Roughly 75 pieces, nestled away in the new Rita J. and ... READ MORE
See Something, Say Something: Lord of the Rings
Posted on 7/20/2011 at 11:04AM | No Comments

Photo: Brian James

“We have to hand it to this chic shopper for nailing her polished look. ”

Location: The Prudential Center

Crime Committed: Between the well-curated ring collection and Barbie-hued crackle polish, we can’t find much to complain about. These hands add something new to every outfit without having to lift a finger.

See Something, Say Something: A. Wang Meets ‘Desperately Seeking Susan’
Posted on 7/14/2011 at 10:41AM | No Comments

Image: Brian James “One really can’t go wrong pushing Alexander Wang meets Desperately Seeking Susan. This pretty much embodies the concept of a day-to-night look.” Location: Copley Square, outside the Ritz Carlton. Crime Committed: Your honor, we must acquit. The relaxed jacket, feminine draped skirt and shiny boot are perfect foils for the ... READ MORE