Accent Colors

Red has always been my power color. It makes me feel like a superhero whenever I wear a red blazer. All my favorite scarves have some bold red in the pattern. I…

The Versatility of Simplicity

A great wardrobe’s foundation includes the basics perfect for you and your lifestyle. My daily casual looks and combinations often start with a white tee and jeans that evolve as activities change.…

Top Ten Posts in 2022

When readers share my posts and images across social media, it reflects your positive responses to what I share on this website. As a result, I’ve had several requests to revisit the…

Nourish and Move

A nearby neighborhood has steeper and more numerous hills than my own, so I walked three miles there on Wednesday. My Fitbit tells me the route is comparable to climbing ten flights…

The Bag Edit

There are rarely used Dooney and Bourke handbags in my collection, so I’ve decided to sell them. I’m offering these bags to my blog friends first since so many of you have…

Hair Care and Styling

The first gray strands appeared in my late teens, so I colored my hair until I turned fifty. During the subsequent grow-out time, I kept it very short, wore hats often, and…

Evolving Style

I enjoy reading the comments and emails from you. However, after diving into trends and sharing some of my newer purchases, there were outcries of “NO, don’t change, keep your classic, predictable…

Cashmere -Wool Poncho

This poncho is a new addition because it is warm, soft, supple, and a color that makes me happy. It takes my tee and jeans up a notch on a sixty-five-degree, balmy…

2023 Trends and Tips

The oversized trend continues, but the omnipresent puddling wide-leg pants do not flatter short legs. Instead, I’ve opted for a few oversized tunics since opaque leggings are the best option with coats…

I share tips and inspiration for using what you already have in contemporary ways. Defining words include effortless, classic, refined, discreet, and elegant. My style is chic, minimal, and timeless with a bit of edge.