Author: Susan Blakey

  • just like that

    Almost as if someone flipped a switch, Autumn arrived in LA. We awoke on Saturday to the sound of rain which soon cleared, and the…

  • makeup bag essentials

    I may change out my lip color regularly, but here are the items that are always with me in my cosmetics bag: Clarins UV Plus…

  • Happy Halloween!

    Due to time constraints this year, I  kinda phoned it in went more minimalist with my pumpkin carving. As always, I do it Old School…just…

  • flat out fabulous

    For years now “statement” shoes have often meant high, high heels and those of us who can’t wear them or just prefer a low heel…

  • order in the closet

    After traveling, it usually takes me a few days to get my equilibrium back. Because we arrived home on a Monday evening and were scheduled…

  • Saturday sale-away

    I noticed that several retailers were offering some substantial markdowns on new fall merchandise, so wanted to be sure to share. Ann Taylor: 50% off…

  • jet-lag, begone!

    So three days later, I’m still fighting some residual jet lag. Usually when we travel we’re going west to east, which means the potential for…

  • lend me your ears

    I’ve always loved bold earrings, the kind that sparkle and dangle and dance. One of the first big teenage battles that I fought with my…