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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…

  • not-too-precious metals

    It took me a long time to warm up to metallic footwear (and other accessories) thanks to early childhood indoctrination from my mother who railed against…

  • 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…

  • unsung hero: the utility jacket

    I never had a utility jacket in my wardrobe until about three years ago, and now I can’t imagine how I got by without one. It’s…

  • 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…

  • thinking about: maintenance

    “Are you high-maintenance or low-maintenance?” I remember being asked this once, and not being sure how to respond. It’s a fraught concept for women and one that leads…

  • 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,…