Author: Susan Blakey

V for Vanity

Merriam-Webster online defines “vanity” as:1: something that is vain, empty, or valueless2: the quality or fact of being vain3: inflated pride in oneself or one’s…

Fichu de la semaine

Here’s one way I like to wear a silk square. (Once again, apologies for the blurry pic; our camera’s autofocus seems to not be working…

Fifty Ways to Wear a Sweater

#4 – Draped over the shoulders, when it’s just a little to warm to wear a sweater, and just a little too cool to go…

Fifty Ways to Wear a Sweater

#1 – 3 Style Spy recently asked, “Do you have anything in your closet that isn’t a “wow” garment, but is still perfect in its…

Carrie-esque Coat

Wouldn’t have expected to find it here. Also available in red. Best worn ironically. Photos: left- HBO, middle- BodenUSA, right- can’t remember, doh! All original…

Pearls of Wisdom

“A woman needs ropes and ropes of pearls,” said Coco Chanel, who was known to toss as many as seven around her neck for everything…

Knowing Your Limits

“Another Birkin? Did she sell a kidney?” Une femme was having brunch with a friend yesterday, when the subject of mutual acquaintance’s expanding Birkin collection…

Shooting Fish in a Barrel

Spit in any direction, and you’ll probably hit an egregious example of weight fascism in the fashion industry. But two separate items I came across…

The Cap Sleeve Is No One’s Friend

An open letter to clothing manufacturers/retailers: Oh for the love of Pete, people, enough already with the cap sleeves! If ever a style was unflattering…