Author: Susan Blakey

  • time to party: LA to Paris

    Tish (A Femme d’un Certain Age) and I thought it would be fun to cross-post on “holiday party style” in our respective cities (Los Angeles…

  • holiday party attire: cocktails

    The second holiday evening event we attended over the weekend was a Swanky Cocktail Partyâ„¢. I decided to try a “le smoking” inspired outfit instead…

  • reds, reads, and random things

    Reds. My obsession with red lipstick has only gained momentum in recent months. After trying many shades, all of which eventually turned pink on me,…

  • black & leopard

    Inspired by Virginie Mouzat, I decided to style this Helmut Lang sweater very simply, and accent with my favorite pair of leopard boots. I purchased…

  • the gift I’d give…

    The topic of this month’s By Invitation Only is “if money were no object, I’d give…” If money (and space, and time) were no object,…

  • tux luxe

    From Marlene Dietrich to Emma Watson, when a woman wears a tuxedo, it creates Presence. I’ve always wanted to be the kind of woman who…

  • Sunday at random

      Thanks to all of the commenters on yesterday’s post who shared such great tips and experience with home renovations. I’ve bookmarked those recommended websites…