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On living a stylish, balanced, adventurous, delicious life after 50.
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Same Dress, New Look…
When I debuted this dress in an earlier post (Yes, It’s A Dress), I had a few more styling options in mind. This is one of them. It just took the right... Read more
Posted on 17 July 2017 LIFESTYLE -
Reconnaissance Report: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
What I Tried, What I Bought… My local Nordstrom store is on the smaller side, but they still had most items in stock that I’d wanted to examine up close. I hit... Read more
Posted on 14 July 2017 LIFESTYLE -
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2017: First Round Draft Picks
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Early Access… If you’re a Nordstrom cardholder, you can shop now. I had a chance to see some of the items at our local Nordstrom... Read more
Posted on 13 July 2017 LIFESTYLE -
How To (Effectively) Shop The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
It’s That Time Again… Yes, you may see a lot of online hoopla about the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale in the coming days. I’ve been banging the drum about this sal... Read more
Posted on 10 July 2017 LIFESTYLE -
Yes, It’s A Dress (Two Dresses, Actually)
I fully expect this outfit will get a mixed reaction, but allow me stipulate for the record: I love it. Wearing: earrings (similar) | dress as vest | tank... Read more
Posted on 07 July 2017 LIFESTYLE -
The Stylish Guest: Outfits For Summer Weddings And Special Events
Stymied By Summer Special Event Dressing? Special event dressing is always a bit difficult for me to wrap my head around, especially during warmer months. Read more
Posted on 06 July 2017 LIFESTYLE -
Leopard Print For Summer…Yes, Really!
Leopard Print As A Year-Round Neutral? Once upon a time, there were “rules” about which materials and finishes were appropriate for each season. Patent leather... Read more
Posted on 05 July 2017 LIFESTYLE -
The Easy White Shirt
I posted a while back about having given up on The Crisp White Shirt (When Must-Haves Are No-Go’s). Since then, I’ve come to appreciate the charms of an Easy... Read more
Posted on 03 July 2017 LIFESTYLE -
Easing Into A Long Weekend
Hard to believe we’re already halfway through 2017! Just a few random bits and bobs today. I’ve been doing a lot of “back office” work on the blog the last... Read more
Posted on 30 June 2017 LIFESTYLE -
Take A Powder
I’ve never liked the feeling of a heavy foundation, and that’s especially true in the summer. While my skin isn’t quite as oily as when I was young, I still hav... Read more
Posted on 29 June 2017 LIFESTYLE -
Footwear For Summer Travel – Tips And Picks
Summer travel can present a unique set of challenges, not the least of which is figuring out what footwear to pack. If you’re going no further than the local... Read more
Posted on 27 June 2017 LIFESTYLE -
La Vida Linen
It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of linen. In the heat, there’s no fabric that’s more comfortable, but it also adjusts to a range of temperatures. It drapes... Read more
Posted on 26 June 2017 LIFESTYLE -
Cool Sales For Hot Days
I get the feeling this is going to be a very warm summer. If your wardrobe needs a few “barely there” pieces for the hottest days and nights, I’ve scoped out... Read more
Posted on 24 June 2017 LIFESTYLE -
Outfit: Going Baroque
These brocade mules have a very Baroque vibe, so for this outfit I decided to embrace that theme and run with it. I wore this out to meet a friend for lunch... Read more
Posted on 23 June 2017 LIFESTYLE -
Style Reinvention: Re-learning How To Dress For Myself
Leaving Office Dress Codes Behind One of the things about being self-employed I was most looking forward to was not having to think about dressing for the... Read more
Posted on 22 June 2017 LIFESTYLE -
Comfy Shoes, A Good Book, And A Cup Of Tea
Comfortable Heels (Not An Oxymoron)… I’ve been meaning to tell you about these shoes for some weeks now. They were gifted from Everlane but sold out almost... Read more
Posted on 20 June 2017 LIFESTYLE -
On My Style Radar: Grown-Up Pink
In an earlier post, I shared some thoughts on balance between masculine and feminine elements in an outfit. I find that my preferred mix is shifting somewhat... Read more
Posted on 19 June 2017 LIFESTYLE -
Room With A View: Vancouver!
Yes, I’ve been in Vancouver for the last couple of days! Lisa of Privilege and I came up to visit Frances (Materfamilias) who lives here. We’re heading back hom... Read more
Posted on 16 June 2017 LIFESTYLE -
White Jean Refresh
It’s Time For An Update… My white jeans are now 3 years old and looking a bit dingy. Plus, I’m weary of the skinny leg silhouette. I’ve been searching for a... Read more
Posted on 15 June 2017 LIFESTYLE -
The Bold And The Comfortable…
I’ve always loved wearing bold earrings, and they’re a nice option for accessorizing during warmer weather. But the weight of some of my once-favorite pairs... Read more
Posted on 13 June 2017 LIFESTYLE