About Me

kate a la mode Hi there! I’m Kate, a data analyst/behavioral economist who adores vintage fashion – particularly from the 40s, 50s, and 60s. Happily, I work at ModCloth, where I’m able to combine my passion for research & analysis with my love of clothes! (And you’ll see quite a lot of ModCloth on my blog. The vintage-inspired clothes are right up my alley and – full disclosure here! – I definitely take advantage of my employee discount!)

I’m originally from Philadelphia, but have lived in central New Jersey, Paris, and Pittsburgh, and now call San Francisco my home. I’m a city girl at heart, but I love traveling and am happy to relax at the beach or in the countryside when I’m not visiting other cities.

kate à la mode is mainly a personal style blog, but occasionally I sprinkle in other lifestyle tidbits. You might see some of my photography, recipes I’ve tried out, my newest cocktail concoctions – or anything else that catches my fancy! And from time to time my dogs will make an appearance: Rocky, a Boston Terrier, and Jasper, a Poogle (Poodle/Beagle mix).

Questions? Comments? Brilliant insights? Email me at kate@katealamode.com!


My Style: A combination of mid-century vintage, lots of color, modern touches, and hints of whimsy. I love a-line and fit-and-flare dresses and skirts, retro heels, and mixing-and-matching bright hues. I’m tall (5’10″) with a curvy/hourglass body, and I focus on clothes that accentuate & flatter my shape. In general, I feel far more comfortable in a dress or skirt than in pants or shorts. Overdressed? No such thing!

Going Dotty 1950s Shark Attack Spring Color Inspiration: Aubergine and Lime The LBD Gets a Colorful Spin Year of the Dragon - The Outfit


Social Media Madness! You can find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr. And of course, email: kate@katealamode.com.

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