Catching Up

Now that the weather is warmer, I’ve been on a linen shirt kick. If the creases and wrinkles of linen are too much for you, opt for black, which looks a bit…

What to Wear

Blog reader Jill asked, “Please, will you do a blog showing what you wear to different events that are not too casual or too formal.” Classic items such as a crisp white…

Lunch With Friends

On a recent stormy afternoon, we joined our dear friends Lenora and David for a late lunch at the Grove Park Inn on the Sunset Terrace. Since it was a rainy day,…

Style Authenticity

Our choice of clothing, hairstyle, and other appearance details are considered a means of nonverbal communication. Since I am naturally reserved, I’ve always especially enjoyed putting together my outfit no matter what…

Sale Rack Shopper?

As a young woman building a wardrobe for her return to civilian life, I believed I couldn’t afford anything but drastically marked-down items. After wearing a US Navy uniform for the previous…

What I Wore

This is Part II about my three-day, two-night getaway to Abingdon, VA. Part I is here. I had a haircut appointment on Wednesday morning, so I drove to Abingdon afterward. My look…

An Abingdon Getaway

I spent a few days in Abingdon, VA, staying in a grand old hotel, getting a massage and facial, and going for long walks in the sunshine. Browsing in antique stores and…

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.