Dominique Hobdy

4 weeks ago | byrdie.com | Dominique Hobdy-Olibrice |Dominique Hobdy

If you're like me, you're already thinking about the pending adventures of the summer, and the idea of keeping up with a shoulder bag, tote, or clutch feels cumbersome already. Luckily, the crossbody bag is here to deliver us all from achy backs and lost goods. "Crossbody bags are the ultimate blend of fashion and function," says celebrity stylist and fashion director Julie Matos.

2 months ago | byrdie.com | Dominique Hobdy-Olibrice |Dominique Hobdy

Spring weather is always tricky. It's a yearly exercise in tempering enthusiasm and playing it smart. Jump too soon, and you'll likely be mid-stride when a cloud passes and the temperature drops from 79 to 54 degrees. Play it too safely, and you'll sweat bullets in your bubble coat. The answer is mastering layers and transitional pieces, but it's easier said than done, especially if you want to shop consciously.