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Do You Ever Miss the “Personal Shopping Experience?” … I do.
August 30, 2024

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? […]

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Going Back to the 1900’s–with Accessories
August 24, 2024

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 […]

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The Packing Secret Everyone Should Know
July 5, 2024

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 […]

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Simply Charming Southern Summer Style
June 15, 2024

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 […]

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Do You Have a Special Occasion Coming Up?…Don’t Forget the MOST IMPORTANT THING
May 30, 2024

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 […]

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Did You Pull out Your Vintage Jewelry? I Did!
May 22, 2024

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, […]

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Pull out That 80’s Jewelry, Because It’s On Trend Now!
May 13, 2024

Sometimes when a trendy accessory goes around and finally “comes around” again, we may have actually saved that item. And if you–like me–keep a lot of costume jewelry, it’s time to pull it out. According to VOGUE, this year’s jewelry […]

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Fading, Thinning, Bleeding Lips? YIKES!
April 28, 2024

“Not only do we lose color in our face as we mature, but our lips tend to fade as well. Lipstick shades that may have once been flattering can begin to look drab. The solution is simple–brighten up your face […]

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Why I Will Miss 102 Year-Old Fashion Icon Iris Apfel
April 22, 2024

There will never be another Iris. Unique in all of time, the 102 year-old self-proclaimed “geriatric starlet” died last month. She will be remembered for her exuberance, her wit, her confidence, and her Quintessential Style. During the last ten years, […]

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What is the “M” Store? (And did I end up keeping my Karen Kane blouse?)
April 15, 2024

Two weeks ago I wrote a blog asking readers if they would consider ordering a blouse that was deemed “most loved,” from a certain mail order retailer. My lovely reader Beverly commented that she might check the “M” store first, […]

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