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The Mountains

If you visit the mountains of North Carolina or Tennessee, be sure to bring a jacket. Without one, you may find yourself shivering, even in summer. My extended (camera shy) family gathered…

Summer Weekend Fun

If the weather is agreeable, Mr. Mickey and I enjoy adventures planned around dinner reservations. This past Saturday, we visited Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park. My look for the day…

Keep It Simple

Warm weather has been elusive for us this spring. I was so happy to wear something light and bright to dinner on a recent evening spared from the rain. The tunic was…

Summer Hats

When my hair becomes an unruly mess during high humidity, I turn to my hat collection. The packable hat above by Betmar (here) is my all-time favorite. I have it in several…

A Special Day

A soft knit vest over a fun animal print top was the perfect combination for a recent very rainy Sunday afternoon. The large link bracelet is here. (Get $15 off the purchase…

Effortless Style

What are your style goals? My priorities are to look appropriate for any event and any weather. I want to feel relaxed and confident in whatever I wear. My favorite pieces can…

Sunday Brunch

On our last day in Lewisburg, WV we explored more stores and the park, had coffee and shared a muffin, sat on a bench in the shade and watched people for a…

The French Goat

The highlight of our trips to Lewisburg has been dining at the French Goat. The food, the ambiance, and the service are superb. Mr. Mickey captured me, pretending I was at a…

Getaway Weekend

We took lots of pictures last weekend, so I’m sharing an extra post today. We started our Saturday with a cup of coffee and an apple pastry at Retro Donuts and More…

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.