holding pattern
We’re now in the weather pattern that usually dominates coastal Southern California from May through mid-July: the Marine Layer. This means the occasional warmer day but…
My Outfits
What I Wore. Outfits for a casual lifestyle. Creating a versatile dress-up / dress-down, travel-friendly wardrobe. Style ideas for women over 50. Polished, comfortable looks.
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no-fuss celebrations
When it comes to celebrating Mother’s Day, I’d mostly rather not. I don’t mean that in a bitter, cynical kind of way, but definitely prefer…
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casual vendredi: seeing red
Lately I’ve been crushing on red. I find that red accessories scratch that itch for color, and really make an outfit pop. After yesterday’s post…
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et voilà !
I’ve been meaning to do a bit of cleanup of the blog format for some time, but decided to go for a full makeover. I…
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you had me at “asymmetry”
It’s true…I’ve rarely met an asymmetrical hem I didn’t love. This is the Works Every Time sweater from Stella Carakasi, and the style is right…
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outfit re-mix
I don’t know about you, but I often struggle with achieving a balance between novelty and simplicity. It’s always fun and stimulating to have something…
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in season: the lightweight jacket
A lightweight jacket is an indispensable wardrobe item during warm seasons, but the right one can be hard to find. I’ve had a checklist that includes: not black,…
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one from column A…
When you’re as short as I am, a Column of Color™ becomes your not-so-secret weapon. Here I’ve doubled down by adding a long ivory vest over…
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color and my comfort level
Over the years, I’ve put together a wardrobe that’s comprised mainly of neutrals. It began as a practical move, but I’ve also realized that I…
