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Playing dress-up after 55

Playing dress-up after 55

Elegance, simplicity, authenticity

Month: April 2017

Friday business casual: leather jacket mandatory just in case you want to ride into the sunset on a motorcycle at the end of the day

Obviously I am freaking out about writing my novel if I am dreaming of getting a motorcycle. But the first step for me is the leather jacket.… Read more “Friday business casual: leather jacket mandatory just in case you want to ride into the sunset on a motorcycle at the end of the day”

April 28, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Business attire and what is work: Balenciaga miniskirt and lots of bling add to experience and age

Business attire for me, a 55 year old woman: the clothes (Balenciaga tailored wool miniskirt, Anne Fontaine white blouse, Hugo Boss pink leather belt, Wolford tights, Manolo… Read more “Business attire and what is work: Balenciaga miniskirt and lots of bling add to experience and age”

April 27, 2017April 27, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Business attire: Cop.copine skirts offer style, comfort and flare

Old Pasadena has a Cop.Copine boutique which offers European design and materials in their clothes — a feminine, French aesthetic with flattering fits, easy care materials, and… Read more “Business attire: Cop.copine skirts offer style, comfort and flare”

April 15, 2017April 15, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Hermès Kelly Bag: Big red leather handbags carry a lot and go with everything 

This morning one of the front desk women at Equinox asked me a question about her two-year old Michael Kors handbag (a big, beautiful purse reminiscent of… Read more “Hermès Kelly Bag: Big red leather handbags carry a lot and go with everything “

April 12, 2017April 12, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Dolce and Gabbana: perfection in design 

I bought my first Dolce and Gabbana dress at an outlet store north of Florence. I had been looking for a good price and the right style… Read more “Dolce and Gabbana: perfection in design “

April 11, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Alice and Olivia Venetia Embellished A-Line dress is on sale for $350 online at Nordstrom Rack (size 2 only)

Today I discovered that the “beaded” short dress I own from Alice and Olivia is on sale online at Nordstrom Rack (here) in only a size 2… Read more “Alice and Olivia Venetia Embellished A-Line dress is on sale for $350 online at Nordstrom Rack (size 2 only)”

April 6, 2017April 6, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Saks Fifth Ave online sales: treats by Alice and Olivia and Majestic Filatures

Last week I cashed in reward from my American Express business card and received a $250 gift card at Saks Fifth Ave. I was able to buy… Read more “Saks Fifth Ave online sales: treats by Alice and Olivia and Majestic Filatures”

April 6, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Block heels or stilettos?

Prada’s block heels add height to the legs and are comfortable to walk in. But stilettos – is the look worth the effort it takes to learn… Read more “Block heels or stilettos?”

April 6, 2017April 6, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

W-o-l-f-o-r-d: “I love your tights” “Do you know Wolford?”

Wolford tights. Stockings. Nylons. Www.wolford.com. Buy them only on sale. Go to or call the boutique in Beverly Hills or go online. This morning a fashionable barista… Read more “W-o-l-f-o-r-d: “I love your tights” “Do you know Wolford?””

April 4, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Moving to a new closet: it’s gorgeous

My new home has a gorgeous organized closet. I am looking forward to blogging about clothes (and menopause) and I took a few photos to show it… Read more “Moving to a new closet: it’s gorgeous”

April 1, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55
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