The Modern Red Lip
I’ve always loved the look of red lipstick. It’s iconic, and adds instant impact. For many years, I shied away from wearing a red lip…
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Free-Range Friday: France Travel Planning, Sunscreen, And More
In 2014 we spent several days in the Loire Valley region of France, and as part of our itinerary, we visited some of the chateaux…
Friday Miscellany: Coffee And Cream
Espresso: The Real Deal Le Monsieur surprised me for my birthday with a gift of a serious espresso machine. And I’m not kidding when I say “surprised.”…
Casual Vendredi: Seeing Red
Outfits with red boots have been popping up all over my Pinterest feed, and I love the energy they add to an otherwise neutral look….
Friday Miscellany: Travel Plans, Sunscreen And More
Paris On The Horizon During a conversation this week, we realized that we’re only a little over 3 months out from our next trip to…
Aging, Identity, And Style
Mirror, Mirror… A few weeks ago, I was chatting with a male friend about another mutual friend’s recommendation for certain cosmetic procedures. This led to…
Feminine, With An Edge
Fragrance With Character Fragrance is such a tricky beast. I find that my tastes shift periodically, and scents that once delighted now leave me cold…
Three For Thursday
Winter Accessories Don’t hate me, but we’ve been having a very mild winter here in Southern California. Many of you have been slogging through a…
On The Beauty Beat: Cosmetics With A Conscience
Not Tested On Animals Several of you have requested recommendations for “cruelty free” cosmetic and skincare products. I agree that this is something we should…
