Author: Susan Blakey

  • the stuff that matters…

    I’m not going to sugarcoat it; December has been kicking my… First our ancient washing machine broke…again. This appliance has been on life support for a…

  • style that’s good for you

    classic: gonzo journalist | beat poet | socialite fashion-forward: instagram sensation | creative director | model-off-duty This post is sponsored by Nordstrom. All ideas and opinions are my…

  • blacks + blues

    Does anyone else remember that old Fashion “rule” about not wearing black and blue together? What was that about anyway? It’s really only been in…

  • prêt – à – party

    This post is sponsored by Nordstrom. All ideas and opinions are my own. top set: bag | ring | shoes bottom set: earrings | bag…

  • beanie girl

    (Anyone out there remember the Beanie and Cecil cartoons from the early 1960’s? Every time I read the word beanie I hear “Beanie Boy!!!” in Cecil’s voice.)…

  • 6 gift ideas for travelers

    ’tis the season…for gift guides. Last year I promised myself that I wouldn’t feel compelled to hop on the bandwagon unless I felt I had…

  • sparking joy

    Or, Wearing All Of The Favorite Things First…so yeah, I went there: cropped flare jeans (well, a slight flare). I’ve been experiencing a bit of skinny jean fatigue…