Outfits, capsule wardrobes, and fashion advice for women over 40 featuring Talbots. Modeled by a size 14/16 petite woman in her 40’s for real-life style advice.
I love having a dressy blazer in my closet. It’s a quick way to glam up a simple black shell and trousers, looks fun over a graphic tee, can turn a work blouse and pants into festive attire. In my holiday capsule wardrobe, I included a red velvet blazer from Talbots. While red velvet can… Continue Reading Outfit 4 from the Holiday Capsule Wardrobe
I think in 2019 suits really became my signature. If I had an occasion, nine times out of ten I reached for a suit. While I became sort of known for rocking a suit with just a bra this year; I really love how being all covered up can also be sexy. I rocked a… Continue Reading Cocktail Pantsuit: Outfit 3 from the Holiday Capsule Wardrobe
Earlier this month I shared a holiday capsule wardrobe I made in partnership with Talbots. Last week I shared one look from the capsule wardrobe; today is the second look! I think this look would be perfect for a variety of holiday events, from a church service to a holiday party. This is a look… Continue Reading Outfit 2 from the Holiday Capsule Wardrobe
For years I bought just to have new outfits on the blog. I knew if I had new, readers would purchase it. If I had new, the photos would do great on Instagram. I justified the cost and the overloaded closet on my job. I needed it all to be successful, right? RIGHT? Wrong. … Continue Reading You May Have Seen This Before…
When I created my holiday capsule wardrobe, I said I would be sharing looks from the outfit to make it easier to visualize how the capsule wardrobe works. Here is the first look! I am wearing the Talbots tuxedo with a cashmere turtleneck; I think this would be a great look for a work-related event… Continue Reading Outfit 1 from the Holiday Capsule Wardrobe
I believe in quality, not quantity when it comes to what you put in your closet. However, when it comes to outfit photos I’m trying to do quantity and not focus on quality. This way I can do more of these “what I wore off the blog” posts to show that you should focus on… Continue Reading What I Wore Off The Blog
I’m trying to be better about photographing all my outfits, not just the ones I’m wearing when my husband has his fancy-dancy camera with him. Here are some of the most recent outfits I’ve worn out and about: Sweater: Everlane (L) | Pants: The Pleated Culottes c/0 And Comfort (0X) | Boots: La Canadienne |… Continue Reading What I Wore Off the Blog
There’s something about fall where I gravitate towards warm neutrals. It’s like I want to match nature with autumnal hues seen in the drying grasses and falling leaves. It’s the time of year where I love wearing camel, gold jewelry, cream, ivory, and brown leather with pops of pumpkin, scarlet, and emerald. sweater | jeans… Continue Reading Where to Buy the Best Cashmere Sweaters for Women?
I have always loved the beauty and versatility of scarves. My mom has a great scarf collection, so many beautiful ones she has collected over the years. I have started my own collection. They’re an accessory that takes up little space but can truly transform a look. I love learning new ways to style scarves,… Continue Reading How to Style a Scarf into a Blouse