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On living a stylish, balanced, adventurous, delicious life after 50.
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Tuesday Miscellany: Weekend Recap and Looking Ahead…
We had a really nice long Thanksgiving weekend, how about you? We hosted Thanksgiving dinner for the local family and extended family members, and I must admit... Read more
Posted on 29 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
The Jet-Set Edit: 12 Gift Ideas Under $100
I’ve pulled together some gift ideas for the travelers on your list. Whether they’re Road-Trip Warriors or Carry-On Ninjas, I think you’ll find something here... Read more
Posted on 28 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
What I Wore: Hosting Thanksgiving
An unexpectedly warm day meant I had to scrap my planned outfit for Thanksgiving and go back to square one. We were hosting the family gathering (10 people)... Read more
Posted on 26 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
Best Of Black Friday (Besides Leftovers)
A few highlights from the Black Friday sales… No need to battle the crowds today. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, grab a slice of pie, and let’s get to it…... Read more
Posted on 25 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving to those of you who are celebrating today! I wanted to take a moment to say thank you to all of you who take the time read this blog, comment... Read more
Posted on 24 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
Tuesday Miscellany: ‘Tis The Season…
We’re still not quite at Peak Foliage here in Southern California, but we’re close… The holiday season is upon us, and with it the onslaught of sales and specia... Read more
Posted on 22 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
From London To LA: Art Gallery Opening
This is the second in a series of collaborations with Josephine of Chic At Any Age, comparing styles between our two respective cities. Part one HERE. Today... Read more
Posted on 21 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
Friday Miscellany: Cholesterol And More…
A couple of you asked about the size of the “Norse” watch I featured last week; here it is on my wrist. (Note, my wrists are pretty small.) The loafers are... Read more
Posted on 18 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
Olfactory Infatution
I received a sample of this Exclusifs de Chanel N° 22 eau de parfum over the weekend and I am In Love. I’d first tried N°22 in its original iteration probably... Read more
Posted on 17 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
Holiday Dressing: Festive Without The Fuss
I always enjoy a collaboration with Lisa of Privilege, and as it so often seems to happen, we’re on the same wavelength. When we started comparing holiday... Read more
Posted on 16 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
And Sometimes You Wing It…
Le Monsieur keeps an eye out for travel deals and sign-up bonuses for various points programs, which help us accumulate frequent flyer miles for our big trips,... Read more
Posted on 14 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
From London To LA: What To Wear To The Theater
While style has certainly become more globalized over the years, there are still some regional “spins.” Earlier this year when I met up with Josephine (Chic At... Read more
Posted on 11 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
In This Corner…
Ahh, the Cartier Tank watch…it’s considered a classic for a reason. I’m a sucker for those Roman numerals. And that rectangular case. But it’s Cartier,... Read more
Posted on 10 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
Icons: Modern Gamine
Lately I’ve been leaning toward simple, sleek looks…Audrey with a modern twist. peacoat | earrings | top bag | pants | shoes I get questions and comments from... Read more
Posted on 09 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
Going For The Gold
Can you tell how much I love this coat? It was one of the dozen or so I tried while searching for a lightweight cold-weather travel coat. Read more
Posted on 07 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
PSA: Some Good Stuff On Sale
It seems that Nordstrom is having a Fall Clearance Sale. Among the markdowns is this Eileen Fisher duster cardigan (a favorite of mine this season, and that... Read more
Posted on 04 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
Thursday Miscellany: Winter Travel Outerwear, What I’m Reading and More
After trying about a dozen different jackets/coats for next month’s Paris trip, I think we finally have a winner! This is the Lands’ End lightweight down... Read more
Posted on 03 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
A Few Non-Wool Sweaters Worth A Second Look
Some of you have mentioned that you are allergic to wool, so I’ve been on the lookout for some good quality, non-wool sweaters. Read more
Posted on 02 November 2016 LIFESTYLE -
Thinking About: Unpacking My Style Baggage
What The Heck Is Style Baggage?? I think of style baggage as a set of beliefs and attitudes that sometimes hold us back from dressing and visually expressing... Read more
Posted on 31 October 2016 LIFESTYLE -
Outfit: Emboldened
When I first tried on this red jacket, I got a very Southwest/Georgia O’Keeffe* kind of vibe, so I styled it here with that in mind. Read more
Posted on 28 October 2016 LIFESTYLE