Author: Susan Blakey

Saturday miscellany: what’s new chez nous & more…

December 1, 2023

It’s been an (unexpectedly) busy week offline, which is why I’m a bit behind posting here. But it’s been productive, so I can’t complain. My…

November 29, 2023

A clothing care gift basket… I love practical gifts, but that doesn’t mean they can’t incorporate a little luxury. Here are a few of my…

November 26, 2023

Cooler weather has arrived, and the leaves are finally turning. And I’ve been (happily!) reaching for some of my warmer sweaters the last few days….

November 24, 2023

I had a hard time narrowing it down this year, but here are my top picks from the Black Friday sales…

November 22, 2023

A beauty gift can be just the thing to make them feel pampered and glam, and there’s no need to worry about selecting the right…

November 21, 2023

Aaand, here we are in Thanksgiving week. Despite the holiday decorations going up earlier every year, this is still the week that I mentally shift…

November 17, 2023

My inbox has been filling up with sale notices the last few days. So I thought I’d circle back and share some favorite fall styles…

November 15, 2023

Today I’m reviewing my travel capsule wardrobe from a recent 2-week trip, and sharing some of my travel outfits from London. I’m home from London…

November 13, 2023

When I decided to visit London, I knew one of my “must-sees” would be the Gabrielle Chanel: Fashion Manifesto exhibition at the Victoria & Albert…