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• Stay Or Go?

  

  Cleaning out my closet and drawers has never been an easy task for me. Parting with worn or stained clothing or shoes is never hard. It's those items that I lik... Read more

  Posted on 13 November 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Inspiration - Vivien Leigh

  

  Last night {msL} and I caught a late showing of Gone with the Wind on TMC. There was a Vivien Leigh film festival yesterday, since she would have been 100.... Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Halloween Decor and Costumes

  

  I intended to do this post yesterday but time and my paying job got in the way. Halloween was a blast this year. We had so much fun decorating for and throwing... Read more

  Posted on 01 November 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• In the Navy

  

  Navy items were all over the fall runway shows and it's easy to see why. It's a flattering color for all skin tones, it's a neutral (just like black) and is a... Read more

  Posted on 29 October 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Inspiration - Halloween Party

  

  We're hosting a small Halloween party this Saturday. I've always wanted to throw a Halloween party but have never managed to pull it off. This year I was... Read more

  Posted on 24 October 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Better Exercise with Dr. Scholl's® Active Series® Insoles

  

  My apologies for the long silence. Lots of us in the DC area were impacted by the government shutdown. I work for a contractor to the government and was out of... Read more

  Posted on 23 October 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Quality Bargains at Saks Off 5th

  

  I purchase my share of discount fashion from stores like Target, Old Navy and Kohl's. I love these places for trendy items that I will likely only wear for a fe... Read more

  Posted on 08 October 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Fashion Frustration - Pants Two Ways

  

  For much of my life I've had a recurring frustration. I would come up with these fantastic outfit ideas, in my head. When I went shopping I would find out... Read more

  Posted on 01 October 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• A Decision Not to Buy

  

  Over the years I've filled this blog with great buys and inexpensive items. I've also talked a great deal about quality over quantity and price per wear.... Read more

  Posted on 26 September 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Easy Update with Fall 2013 Accessory Trends

  

  I don't believe in spending tons on trends and I love a good accessory. Great accessories can take wardrobe basics and turn them into an amazing outfit. Read more

  Posted on 25 September 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Real Girls

  

  Recently someone asked me how I came up with the name of this blog. The person assumed that, being a plus sized woman, I thought women who weren't plus sized... Read more

  Posted on 23 September 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Inspiration - Halloween Decorating and Party Ideas

  

  For years now, {msL} and I have thought about hosting a Halloween party. It never seemed to work out, due to schedules or other obligations. This year we have... Read more

  Posted on 20 September 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Fashion for a Cause

  

  You all know I'm a huge fan of thrift store shopping. In the DC area, some of my favorite stores are Goodwill stores. Many of them have a great selection and ar... Read more

  Posted on 16 September 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Frugal Fashion Friday - Ode to Goodwill (and a Grand Opening!)

  

  Thrift store shopping is an important part of my fashion strategy. I love finding great fashion bargains and items for DIY projects. Read more

  Posted on 06 September 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Labor Day Sale Purchases

  

  Over the weekend I took advantage of some of the holiday sale shopping. I stopped by my favorite outlet store, Talbots and I snagged a few shirts from Old... Read more

  Posted on 03 September 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Frugal Fashion Friday - Transition Pieces

  

  One of the best way to make you fashion dollar go further is to purchase pieces that can be worn in multiple seasons. Using some of your summer pieces in fall... Read more

  Posted on 30 August 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Late Summer Beauty Wishes

  

  As a self-professed product junky, I'm always trying out the latest products or products that I haven't tried yet. Maybe it's my ADD or just the fact that I... Read more

  Posted on 29 August 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Inspiration - When There is None

  

  Yesterday I was involved in a discussion on a fellow blogger's facebook page (Wardrobe Oxygen) about the work it takes to run a successful blog. Read more

  Posted on 28 August 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Natural Beauty is All About Your Skin

  

  Sometimes I feel like I'm on constant repeat when people ask me how my skin looks so great at forty-five. I live by a simple mantra, wash, moisturize, protect. Read more

  Posted on 23 August 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• My Favorite Fall 2013 Trends - Punk

  

  You know a trend is going to be hot when Chanel shows it on their runway. One of my favorite Fall 2013 trends is punk. Some are calling it grunge but in my... Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE