Everyone loves a gracious guest. How can you be one? “Bring your holiday spirit to the party,” says my co-author, Janna Beatty. Besides a hostess gift, nothing says I’m so glad to be here more than dressing for the party. Janna says, […]
Last weekend I volunteered at a Yuletide Stroll as a fundraiser for our local Children’s Museum. My friend, Jan, offered her home for the event. Here are some of her brilliant decorating ideas. Begin With the Outside […]
Having a difficult time choosing a special gift for her? It’s easy if you consider her PERSONAL COLORING. If there is one thing I’ve learned from Quintessential Style, it is this: IF AN ACCESSORY GOES WITH YOU, IT’S THE BEST […]
Just because it’s the holiday season, doesn’t mean we automatically wake up in the morning feeling comfort and joy. Shopping, cooking, wrapping, sending gifts, traveling, and extra commitments can really put us in a tailspin. What’s your style when it […]
Last week I had a request from lovely reader Ondine. She asked what necklace might look best with a notched-collar neckline. In truth, I didn’t realize what a ‘notched collar’ neckline was until I looked it up. Here […]
‘Tis the season for plaid–Yes, we are all mad for it. But there are so many plaids to choose from. And what exactly is the difference between a plaid and a check? Do you know which plaids look best on […]
For Halloween I dressed up as a legendary lady I have admired for years–Iris Apfel. Even if you don’t know this 97 year-old style maven’s name, you’ll probably recognize her signature spectacles. Iris has her own ‘quintessential style,’ but what […]
Last week lovely reader Betty requested Halloween costume ideas from our closets. Since the contents of every closet varies, I decided to go to Goodwill for inspiration. Did you know there is an official Goodwill Halloween Costume Pinterest Page? Why […]
Dear lovely readers…After four years of writing almost 250 blog posts, I have an announcement to make. NO, NO, I’m not quitting the blog. What I want to say is: I’D LOVE YOUR INPUT. Sometimes I sit at my kitchen […]
You don’t have to be a southerner to appreciate Reese Witherspoon’s new book, Whiskey in a Teacup. But it might help you better understand her love of sweet tea, big hair, and monograms. I have two daughters and I hope I […]
Sharon White, co-author of Quintessential Style: Cultivate & Communicate Your Signature Look
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