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Why I Left Facebook

Since 2011, I’ve enjoyed the exchange between followers and their comments and questions for me. My Facebook page was our little community. We didn’t always agree on everything, but it was an…

Form and Function

When I was in my twenties, a wise woman told me, “Never let your husband see you in sweatpants.” Several people left questions and humorous comments on Facebook about my fancy lounging…

A Lounging Dress

The last time I went on vacation, I packed a couple of dresses, and I was so glad I did. They were perfect to wear while sitting by the pool, shopping in…

White on White

When I wear a statement piece such as these jeweled sandals, I let that item stand alone. All the other accessories need to recede into the background. An all-white look is an…

Friday Date Night

In a previous post here, I told you that all the linen pieces I own are white. I was wrong! I forgot about these black linen culottes. I removed the self-tie belt…

A Versatile Combo

We went for a long Sunday drive through the mountains, so I wore my block-heeled studded sandals a few years old. I still enjoy wearing heels when I know I won’t be…

Dusty Colors

While vacationing in Florida this past February, the weather was much hotter than predicted. On one ninety-degree plus day, I lost my resolve and bought the first cool lightweight pair of pants…

Diet and Exercise

Frequent questions about diet and exercise have been showing up in my inbox, so I decided to share another post on those subjects. Before my recent bout with a virus and pneumonia,…

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.