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Statement Pieces

Perhaps you have one item in your wardrobe that is a standout piece that you love but rarely wear. Or maybe your closet is like my old one. I used to own…

Weekend Travels – Part 3

We took advantage of much more pleasant weather on Sunday. I dressed in light layers to drive to the top of Pilot Mountain and brunch at the beautiful JOLO Winery. That’s my…

The Perfect Wardrobe – Part 2

This week, I’m sharing the details of the wardrobe I created for my retirement years. My goal is to get dressed for any event using what I already have. I no longer…

The Perfect Wardrobe

Before we get into the wardrobe’s details, here are a few pictures from our Saturday spent in Micaville, Mount Mitchell, and Weaverville, NC. Our first stop along the way was the One…

A Summer Casual Look

A casual summer look that always feels appropriate includes a three-quarter sleeve cotton knit top (any color) with white lightweight cotton jeans. Accessories can change this look in countless ways. I could…

Summer Options

If you live in the hot, humid southern part of the USA, you may have written to ask me for ideas on what to wear in summer. I get lots of questions…

The French Tuck

When I wore my shirt partially tucked in last week, several readers asked me to show how I did that. It’s called a French Tuck or a half-tuck. It’s a casual way…

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.