It’s on every “Ten Essentials” list, and it’s part of every “minimalist” wardrobe, although it’s not everyone’s cup of tea: the simple button down shirt or shirtdress. A classic piece in white or pale blue, or with a fine stripe. Easy… Continue Reading
It’s fun to play with makeup, even over age 60. I’m way beyond believing in the next “anti-aging” (bleh, raise your hand if you choose not to age) miracle, and a new lipstick will never change my life again. But… Continue Reading
It’s a lovely day in the neighborhood, sunny and, by Florida standards, not at all humid. A great day to take a bike ride, or walk around downtown, popping into the thrifts/pubs. A great day to dress in a groovy… Continue Reading
A couple of years ago, I bookmarked this article by fashion photographer and writer Garance Dore. It offers a wonderful, breezy view about one’s wardrobe, not taken too seriously. In the post, she’s responding to a comment comparing her… Continue Reading
It’s been warm here in Florida for a while; our Spring has sprung, and I mostly missed it. So it’s great to browse through the photo links of the Visible Women at Visible Monday, and see Spring busting out all… Continue Reading
I know, I wore a black dress for Visible Monday two weeks ago, and here’s another. How many black dresses does one woman need? Just one more, is my motto. Welcome to Visible Monday. If you want to participate,… Continue Reading
This post was originally published seven years ago. Still true, maybe even more true as we age. Oh boy, this is annoying. I hear it mostly on the home shopping channels (gulp, if I ever, um, happen to have the… Continue Reading
We just got home from our NYC trip, our first stay in our tiny (realtors say “cozy”) studio in Greenwich Village. We’re happy and wrung out, and my fingers still have that bleach-y fragrance. We love it, it creates good… Continue Reading