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Every six weeks is a reasonable timeframe for my haircuts; however, with all the doctor appointments, etc., it has been eight weeks since my last trim. So, it was good to be back in my stylist’s chair on Thursday. I was thrilled to meet a lovely blog follower who was also getting her hair done.…

We can inject interest into minimalist staple basics by pairing them with a bold statement piece. Whether luxurious fabrics or dramatic details, an eye-catching updated piece can breathe new life into an otherwise staid combination. The bodysuit and flare-leg jeans (here) provide the base of the look. The strapless bra is here. My basic look…

We plan to stay home before the fire to ring in 2024. But some of you have asked for ideas on what to wear for a New Year’s Eve celebration, so I’ll share some outfit suggestions for different types of events. We’ll begin with the most dressed-up scenario. If you go to dinner and then…

Getting dressed each day is a chance to celebrate life and our style and to add joy to our surroundings. I don’t save things for someday, so I try to wear everything in rotation and enjoy the items even if I stay home for the day. Saturday – We had nothing planned since it was…

I’ve been wearing the same one for over five years, so a coat with a more modern oversized silhouette has been on my wish list. I also needed some lighter-weight sweaters for lounging at home. The wider-leg and darker jeans have also been on my radar. Several people have asked me to share some inspiration…

I take my mom to get her radiation treatments on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. She has a small skin cancer on the top of her wrist and will require 20 treatments. There was a slight chill in the air, and the morning fog was heavy, so a V-neck sweater and black jeans were comfortable. I…

How often do you get dressed, look in the mirror, and think, “This is a good look for me!” I encourage you to break down the elements of that look so that you can repeat it as a successful formula. A successful formula is one that makes you feel confident, sassy, and comfortable… the best…

Shades of gray have become an integral part of my wardrobe since it blends well with all other colors. In addition, gray is my substitute for tan or camel since those colors make me look tired and unwell. So, for example, I have a gray trench coat, not a tan one. Gray dominated my attire…

“When you buy something for spring, please share the link sooner.” Similar requests show up often in emails and comments. Since I wear things repeatedly, season after season, much of what I show in my photos is no longer available. For example, this blazer is by Raison D’etre, and I bought it at Neiman Marcus…

Our dearest couple-friends treated us to dinner a few days before our two birthdays this week. Our male friend’s is four days before mine. Since we rarely go out to dinner these days, it was a reason to get dressed up. True to form, I wore things I’ve had for a while and have styled…