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Playing dress-up after 55

Elegance, simplicity, authenticity

Month: February 2017

Cavalli Class: shopping at the Roberto Cavalli outlet store north of Florence

Last summer we found a Roberto Cavalli outlet store north of Florence. The dresses I purchased were on sale and labeled “Cavalli Class” — form fitting, beautiful,… Read more “Cavalli Class: shopping at the Roberto Cavalli outlet store north of Florence”

February 16, 2017February 16, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

How a “Senior Citizen” and “Woman in Menopause” dresses up a Wednesday on a sunny winter day in Pasadena with an Escada lace jacket and Dolce and Gabbana red silk tank

I purchased a beautiful Escada lace jacket on sale in Rome and a Dolce and Gabbana red silk tank top from the Cabazon outlet center.  The silk… Read more “How a “Senior Citizen” and “Woman in Menopause” dresses up a Wednesday on a sunny winter day in Pasadena with an Escada lace jacket and Dolce and Gabbana red silk tank”

February 15, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Happy Valentine’s Day: Dolce and Gabbana red skirt, Escada lace, and Manolo Blahnik stilettos (aka What I see when I look in the mirror)

I bought the Escada lace top, the Dolce and Gabbana red skirt, the Wolford tights and the Manolo Blahnik stilettos all on sale — identify the brands… Read more “Happy Valentine’s Day: Dolce and Gabbana red skirt, Escada lace, and Manolo Blahnik stilettos (aka What I see when I look in the mirror)”

February 14, 2017February 14, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Etro: Italian design, colorful, paisley, feminist and feminine (the neckline is daring, the dress has pockets)

I remember the first time I saw Elvis (’68 Comeback special, TV) and I remember the first time I saw Etro (a boutique in the St Germain… Read more “Etro: Italian design, colorful, paisley, feminist and feminine (the neckline is daring, the dress has pockets)”

February 13, 2017February 14, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

The deal on dessert: must be worth it — why I drove to Beverly Hills to Ladurèe for macarons and hot chocolate

I don’t diet but honestly I don’t eat a lot of sweets — unless it is worth it. And macarons and hot chocolate from Ladurèe at the… Read more “The deal on dessert: must be worth it — why I drove to Beverly Hills to Ladurèe for macarons and hot chocolate”

February 13, 2017February 13, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Etro maxi-dress: The hem flounces up as you walk!

I found a package on my patio as I was leaving the house for ballet class and stuck my new Etro maxidress into my bag. So my… Read more “Etro maxi-dress: The hem flounces up as you walk!”

February 12, 2017February 13, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

All in a Sunday of clothes: with a little bit of planning, dressing up can be quick and easy

This Sunday has me going from early morning Mass to ballet class in downtown LA, across the street to the LA Opera for a matinee performance of… Read more “All in a Sunday of clothes: with a little bit of planning, dressing up can be quick and easy”

February 12, 2017February 12, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Let’s talk about weight: diet and exercise

Gaining and losing weight for me started in puberty. I made so many resolutions, followed so many diets. A holistic doctor in my 20s provided good support;… Read more “Let’s talk about weight: diet and exercise”

February 10, 2017February 10, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Joie: French clothing line offers adorable miniskirts and leather jackets — my close proximity to the Pasadena boutique allows me to patiently wait for sales

Darlings, if I have to be brave and face changes I need a fresh look to energize me. I cannot stand myself when I feel sorry for… Read more “Joie: French clothing line offers adorable miniskirts and leather jackets — my close proximity to the Pasadena boutique allows me to patiently wait for sales”

February 9, 2017February 10, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

This outfit is no longer me — so what do I do about it? We all ask that question after we’ve spent money and stuck it in our closet 

I had to be responsible today and go to the hardware store for supplies so I decided to wear some casual clothes I have not worn in… Read more “This outfit is no longer me — so what do I do about it? We all ask that question after we’ve spent money and stuck it in our closet “

February 9, 2017February 10, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

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