Author: Susan Blakey

  • Encore: Simple Is A Tool

    Another favorite from the archives… There’s been a lot of discussion in recent years both on the internet and off about “simplifying.” Some seem to…

  • Encore: Comfort Is The New Black

    As promised, some oldies but goodies from the une femme archives… Comfort has become non-negotiable for me. I will no longer wear anything that binds,…

  • Low-Key

    Last week was one of those “it’s always SOMETHING” times chez nous. First, le Monsieur had been  under the weather since the previous weekend with…

  • Too Good Not To Mention…

    It’s Summer Sale Season, and I’ve avoided throwing a bunch of stuff at you just because it’s on sale. My own feeling is don’t buy…

  • Food, Glorious Food

    Saturday night we stayed in and watched “Les Saveurs du Palais,” (re-titled “Haute Cuisine” for US release). It’s based on the story of Danièle Delpeuch,…

  • Bending The Rules

    One of the fashion rules I learned growing up was that the components of an outfit should have matching levels of formality. Tailored with tailored,…

  • Beachy At The Office

    This is the time of year that I usually start to crank up my traditional grouse: based on what’s available on retailers’ racks, they seem…