In A French Country Frame Of Mind
They’ve begun demolition on the house next door, so amid the noise of jackhammers, I’m dreaming of the few days we’ll soon be spending in…
Author: Susan Blakey
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A New Find & Old Favorites
The Drape Front Jacket… One wardrobe item that’s perpetually on my wish list is a soft, lightweight jacket that’s not a blazer, and not black….
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In Praise of “Jolie-Laide” Shoes
Most current fashion trends leave me cold, but one that I’m on board with is clunky-but-comfortable shoes. Céline made Birkenstocks cool (again) a few years…
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Style Hunt: Lightweight Tops With Sleeves
With my own (early) Summer travel wardrobe in mind, I’ve been keeping my eyes open for some lightweight tops with sleeves. I find that unless…
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Tuesday Miscellany: Bespoke Shoes, Beauty Buys, and More
Bespoke Shoes, Made In Italy… Earlier this year, I was contacted by Nicole and Sam of Viajiyu* shoes. They were in Los Angeles, and asked…
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The Antidote To “May Grey”
What I Wore: Navy and Periwinkle Without a doubt, this has been the coolest, wettest, greyest May in California that I can remember. Ever. I’m…
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Sifting Through The Memorial Day Sales
I’ve learned to shop sales the same way I shop at any other time: look for quality pieces that will earn their keep over several…
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A Few Shoes To Go With Those Dresses…
Yesterday was just one of those days. The post I was working on for today just wasn’t coming together. I finally gave up and decided…
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What To Wear To A Summer Wedding
Some of you have written to me over the last few months asking for suggestions for what to wear to a summer wedding. Though not…
