I am getting engaged ! No, I do not await a big rock, or a swooning fiancé. I did that 34 years ago. I am getting engaged with my readers. With you, dear readers. Today I hope to tell you more about myself. I am a sincere person, and I have learned a lot in these… Read More Getting Engaged with YOU, my readers!
The Spring Mix: What a season, right? One day there is snow on your sidewalk pansies, and the next it is in the mid eighties! Today I wear a mixed outfit with pieces that span many seasons. My Spring mix ! _______ Floral silk dress, sim here, here, (swoon Fendi) and here as mine was… Read More Spring Mix: Springy with a side of Snow
METALLIC SNEAKERS LEND AN URBAN EDGE TO TODAY’S FEATURED OUTFIT, WHICH IS OTHERWISE LADYLIKE, BUT RELAXED. ON THE CITY STEPS ACROSS THE STREET, I NOTE THE BUZZING ENERGY AND CHILL IN THE AIR. STILL! SIGH… The look today is my signature eclectic, save for the metallic sneakers in shimmery pewter. Feeling pensive and a bit… Read More Sidewalk Steps: / Metallic Sneakers / Mixed Patterns / Outdoor Smiles
Blushing? Perhaps because the trending pink colors are so lush and spring friendly. In lieu of true blooms, we wear these shades with joy. Be it Pink Lavender, Spring Crocus, or Blooming Dahlia – rosey hues are happily ubiquitous. Stepping out in pink, I am cloaked in a A-lined jacquarded coat, made in Italy by… Read More Trending Pink Colors: A Rose by any other Name
SPRING IS HERE AND IT IS TIME TO UP YOUR DENIM GAME! WITH TEMPS FINALLY RISING, LETS EMBRACE SOME COLOR AND NOVELTY WITH EMBELLISHED JEANS AND STRIPES. Up your denim game! Add embroidery, lace, fringe, OR all three – as shown below! Denim jeans by We the People Here, Stripe blouse in orange, similar here… Read More Up Your Denim Game : Lace Trim Jeans
Dresses for Easter are typically pastel and feminine, and I am a fan of them. But this year, with the long, cold winter and flowers yet to bloom, I chose a vivid print dress. In fact, if you look closely there is sort of an Easter egg pattern as part of this print. Dresses for… Read More Dresses for Easter : Be Bold and Bright!
An artisan made necklace adds sparkle! A great necklace also adds a feminine focal point and supports small business, when it is handmade by an entrepreneur. Below I am wearing the Alem Necklace by Birabiro, a talented friend of mine. I love the spin that this artisan made necklace adds to my outfit! Literally and figuratively… Read More Artisan Made Necklace – Add sparkle and Support Small Business!
Today I share tips for fashionistas on a budget! I respect the hard earned dollar and know you do also! I write often about being a savvy and conscientious consumer. Today I share my favorite savvy tip. Shop late in the season!. For instance buy winter clothes right NOW! Just as everyone is snapping up spring… Read More Tips For Fashionistas on a Budget: Thrifty tips that save BIG
IT IS TIME TO SHARE WARDROBE EDITING TIPS. AS WE TRANSITION TO SPRING, WE NEED TO CULL AND EVALUATE WHAT TO KEEP FOR NEXT YEAR AND BEYOND. SHARING A RECENT LOOK FROM #NYFW. IT IS A TYPICAL MASH OF QUALITY CLOTHING ITEMS, WORN WITH WHAT I HOPE IS “ARTFUL ABANDON”. IT IS A GOOD EXAMPLE… Read More Wardrobe Editing Tips: Ideas of What to Keep for Next Year
Winter storm Riley was all she was cracked up to be. The winds were fierce , and the brunt of the storm was causing major damage. This was not weatherman hype. I KNOW BECAUSE I WAS ONE OF THE FOLKS FLYING THROUGH THE SKY. Smack dab in the middle of Winter Storm Riley, was hubby, my son, his fiancé , and… Read More The Stuff of Nightmares: Flying Through Winter Storm Riley
