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Taking a Lead from Eagles
There is a story which captivated my attention on Instagram about Eagles rebirthing themselves at 40 years of age. Turns out, although Eagles can live up to 70 years, few have been chronicled to reach that age. The story is that at 40 years of age, they face a...
The Low Down on Mark Downs
I shop a lot, which has developed a rhythm. I scout the coming season, watch for sales and “mark downs” in the current season, look for way off season at a bargain price, and generally keep my eyes open. What do I look for? Garments that are quintessential, because...
What’s Your Fashion Fix?
What’s your Fashion Fix? You know... that one thing that no matter how many you have, you can always accommodate one more. For me, it is shoes and lipstick. Shoes were and still are a great one because they take very little trying on and usually fit no matter what’s...
Put on your “suit” – it’s time to go Swimming
Eyes open or Eyes shut? When trying on a bathing suit of course. Actually, I don’t try them on. The lights are always so harsh and no matter how much tan you have accumulated, it is never enough. The way around it is to find a brand you really like, that fits your...
What to Wear on the Plane
It is the season for travel, and packing for a trip, be it your bucket list trip, business or destination occasion, nobody relishes the packing. If you do, please let me know because even I the super packer do not enjoy the angst of WHAT TO TAKE. Allow me to suggest...
Panache
Panache /pəˈnaSH/ noun flamboyant confidence of style or manner. Words that are Similar : Flamboyant, confidence, self-assurance, style, flair, elan, flourish, zest, spirit, éclat, vigor, gusto, enthusiasm, energy, pizazz and oomph HISTORICAL: ...
Is It Going Gray or Turning Silver?
My experience was a tad of each. During the summer of 2018 my hairdresser Ursula who had been “highlighting” my hair since I moved to California in 1992 broke her arm. There might be some things you can do with one arm out of commission however, doing intricate hair...
Peach Fuzz
It is one of my favorite times of the year - when The Pantone Color of the Year is announced. Ladies and Gentlemen please allow me to introduce - PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz. Oh, why the fuss and bother you say? It’s just a color, right? Nope. It is a statement, a...
“Baby it’s Cold out There”…Grab your Faux Fur
Even in California, it gets chilly enough to want to bundle up. This from a transplanted NY City gal, who braved the walk from the old World Trade Center down to Water Street in the coldest, windiest and snowiest of days. Some days the ice on the sidewalk was forming...
Two Handles on Top
Is it a Purse, Pocketbook, or Handbag? This is very funny as I started this article because I just bought a vintage “bag” while Thrifting with my dear friend and shopping cohort on Cape Cod. Immediately while at the sales counter began my inquiry as to whether it was...