On a recent trip to New Orleans, I overheard an unusual French-Cajun expression, LAGNIAPPE (pronounced Lan-yap). The word means “a little something extra”. An unexpected bonus. Or something your might receive as a free gift. Of course I immediately placed […]
Fashionistas everywhere are loving Coastal Grandmother Style. And you don’t have to be a grandma to love it! In fact, the phrase was coined by a young 26-year old California TikTok influencer named Lex Nicoleta. What is Coastal Grandmother Style? […]
In February I had the chance to visit my new granddaughter in Sydney. “Whilst” it was snowing here, Australians were enjoying warmth and sunshine–since their seasons are directly opposite of ours. My first impression: How very chic and stylish Australian […]
I volunteer at our hospital gift shop where we carry many casual, “ready-to-wear” pieces for women–including dresses, tops, scarves, kimonos. Even jewelry. The volunteers help “style” the pieces when they arrive, and I always have fun putting outfits together for […]
Cartoonist Marshall Ramsey wrote of Betty White: “It says so much about your life and legacy if people say you died too soon at 99.” Why do we love this brilliant woman? Let us count the ways: She made us […]
Actually, it’s both. The Pantone Color Institute, which sees contemporary life and culture through color, has declared PERIWINKLE to be the 2022 Color of the Year. Daphne Alexander of Goodnet.org says: “It reflects everyone’s wish for a fresh start and […]
These days, I’ve noticed phrases on everything from coffee mugs, to tea towels, to framed art, to door mats. I admit some may be cornball, but upon closer inspection, these pithy expressions have a lot of wisdom and humor–both of […]
Have you noticed there’s a whole lot more merrymaking going on this holiday season? It’s evident in the elaborate decorations and plethora of holiday parties. Homes give us a glimpse into the personalities of the owners. And it is here […]
Professional image consultant Janna Beatty has been creating one-of-a-kind jewelry for decades. She scours gem shows around the country and personally selects materials for every unique piece. Janna began her career 40 years ago as a Color Consultant and started […]
I live in the South, where the appeal of the ubiquitous pearl necklace has never quite gone away. But, these days, I’ve noticed an elegant, updated trend–piles of pearls. Not quite as demure as the single strand our mothers wore. […]
Sharon White, co-author of Quintessential Style: Cultivate & Communicate Your Signature Look
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