The Importance of a Stylist
The best fashion move I ever made was enlisting the services of a professional stylist. Several years ago, I became acquainted with Rivka, a brilliant stylist who had been working with women with all kinds of budgets for over 30 years. At the time, I actually thought I knew what my colors were and was … Continue reading
An Afternoon with Bill Cunningham
“ Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life.” This is the quote that sent me off in search of what I perceived to be a kindred spirit in Bill Cunningham. Yesterday, I went to see the movie “Bill Cunningham New York” and I was not disappointed. I’m embarrassed to admit that … Continue reading
The Gift of Eye Candy
I almost never just throw on clothes. Every outfit is thought through from the perspective of a theatrical performance. What that means is I consider the people with whom I’ll be interacting (cast/audience), the places (set), and the purpose or goal (plot) for the activities that comprise the day ahead. The gift of a piece … Continue reading
A Matter of Style – Part II
How would you style a vivacious and accomplished 47 year-old woman? First stop, take an inventory of current, possibly out-dated, pictures related to how you present yourself and collect some new adjectives for how you want to look in present-time. I settled on a picture that was about comfort with some edge. I wanted to … Continue reading
A Matter of Style – Part I
Do you have your own personal style? Over the years I have read lots of books that describe how to create a signature style. In my 20’s, I thought I would be about scarves. As it turned out, it was not the best choice in the arid climate of the City of Angels. In my … Continue reading
The Perfect Jegging – Tag Elements
Wide-leg pants can be flattering for a variety of body types. Personally, I’m glad, as someone with knock-knees, to hail their return this spring. Those skinny jeans are so much harder to wear. Speaking of knock-knees, I found the perfect jegging recently. One of my favorite boutiques, Specialtees in Lafayette carries a line called Tag … Continue reading
Favored Shop Status
Something you should know about me is that I am not really a department store shopper. Having a solid foundation in the wardrobe basics, I tend to be attracted to unique pieces that are both elegant and bold or slightly whimsical. The last thing I want is to see myself walking towards me on the … Continue reading
Notes from a Middle-aged Fashionista
In just under a month I will turn 49 years old and the count down will begin to what I hope is the biggest celebration in my life thus far. I am very proud of all that I am today though it may not seem particularly stellar in worldly terms. Still I am truly happy … Continue reading
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Body as Canvas: The Art of Getting Dressed 