‘Tis the season for mail order catalogs, ladies. I don’t consider them a nuisance, because they are a quick guide into the newest style offerings. And it is, after all, the season for boots. Boots can be pricey, so choose […]
Susan Street is one of my favorite style bloggers. You can find her at Susanafter60.com. The other day, I read one of her posts that reminded me of Chapter 5 in Quintessential Style–“Wardrobe ABC’s.” The “A” in that acronym refers […]
Autumn is such a lovely word for such a lovely season. Our garden club recently visited our favorite nursery and garden center–Earthscapes–where owner Kay Lynch divulged a few of her professional decorating tips. Give visitors a sneak peek of your […]
Everyone seems to have a different idea of what to call the color that has been showing up everywhere this fall. It’s cosy, classic, and rich. Let’s just say, if you refer to the name of any red wine, you’ve […]
Yes, it’s convenient to order online. And the anticipation of a package arriving right at your door can even be a bit exciting. But do you ever miss the physical act of shopping–especially in a lovely boutique or specialty store? […]
A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog about jewelry trends from the 1990’s coming back en vogue. I got a bit of flack from readers saying, “I don’t follow fashion trends.” Well, that really wasn’t the point of the […]
Imagine a weekend trip with the girls. Your friends drag their bulky luggage into the hotel. Meanwhile, you carry a lightweight duffle slung over your shoulder. What’s your packing secret? We’ve all heard the phrase, travel capsule, but this image […]
I recently took a driving trip to Louisiana and Mississippi and found the Deep South’s fanciful, feminine flair absolutely delightful. Of course sultry summer months in the South can really put a damper on dressing, but lightweight cotton, linen, and […]
Have you ever come home from an event bemoaning, “I wish I had worn something else?” Well, we all have. But, most likely you were not happy with your outfit because you didn’t put enough thought into what you were […]
Last week’s blog was all about vintage jewelry coming back into the style scene. I told you I had a shoebox full, dating back to the 80’s. And here it is! I asked readers to tell me if you, too, […]
Sharon White, co-author of Quintessential Style: Cultivate & Communicate Your Signature Look
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