Black tape-yarn scoop necked short sleeve sweater from Banana Republic, new denim trousers (Curvy fit) from Gap, black city boots from Enzo, camel and purple scarf from Express, new larger silver hoops and silver cuff. Hair was washed last night and allowed to air dry. I curled a few pieces, then gave up and brushed… Continue Reading Friday: Sep 22, 2006
1. A Pair of Tall Boots. If you do not own a pair now, this is the season to purchase some. Kitten heels, flats, high heels, laces, suede, pointy toe or flat, they all seem to be stylish and in stock at every store. Boots may seem like a major purchase as that most real-leather… Continue Reading Winter 2006 – Wardrobe Essentials
Many of you may be reading this for entertainment. You are stylish, you are hip to trends. You know what looks good on you and what is positively ghastly. You wear your shape with pride and class. You don’t need assistance, you’re just cruising by. Others, you care, but you don’t know where to start.… Continue Reading Tuesday Tip – For the Fashion Fearful
This is a post I have been thinking about writing; have made drafts but never completed. This is to many women in my life who fear that caring for their looks detracts from their intelligence. You are beautiful, you deserve to feel great about all aprts of you, not just your mind. Many women, especially… Continue Reading Tuesday’s Tip – Mind Over Matter
My mom has a large, antique white dressing table with a three-piece mirror attached and a matching curved bench just right for women wearing many crinolines. I loved sitting at that dressing table, surrounded by pots and bottles of potions for beauty. There was a shallow long drawer in the center – here is where… Continue Reading My Peace and Quiet
1. Denim Pencil Skirt – the darker the better. Stretch is good too. It doesn’t have to be tight all the way down, just a classic straight style (a slight a-line will be unnoticeable and far more forgiving for some figures). This is a dressier denim; go light on the stitching, rivets and other traditional… Continue Reading Fall 2006 – Wardrobe Essentials
Several years ago I worked in retail. I was a trainer, I traveled teaching staff about the proper way to fold a pair of jeans, the correct way to dress a window, the company’s standard on accessorizing, and later in my retail career I preached about proper bronzer application and where to spritz perfume and… Continue Reading Tuesday’s Tip: Switch It Up With Color!
When I go into a store, the first place I look is the clearance or sale rack. I don’t want to be tempted by full priced items when a good equivalent is available at half the price in the back of the store. Even when planning my wedding I first scored sample sales and discount… Continue Reading Tuesday’s Tip – Making the Clearance Rack Your Friend
A gorgeous designer dress in your size and your best color. The perfect bracelet and earrings to compliment it. Fabulous shoes that make your legs look a mile long. Your hair is being very good to you – thick, shiny and manageable. Not a blemish on your peaches and cream complexion. Your trips to the… Continue Reading Wardrobe Essentials – Your Undergarments