This afternoon, with my son as my chaperone (I told him I was only there to try on the clothes), I tried on beautiful clothes by Alberta… Read more “Alberta Ferretti: another reason to love Italian fashion”
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Topping off a highwaisted full lace miniskirt
I bought this Joie full lace miniskirt on sale. Love it. But what is the appropriate top for a short waisted woman like me who has a… Read more “Topping off a highwaisted full lace miniskirt “
Saint James: Nautical stripes and Microfiber offer fresh clean look “Made in France” as only the French can do
I pull a Saint James dress over ballet leotards and tights for street ready chic: And I wear a Saint James top with Lululemon pants to glam up… Read more “Saint James: Nautical stripes and Microfiber offer fresh clean look “Made in France” as only the French can do”
Vintage Ferragamo: matching handbags and shoes
My closet includes handbags and shoes I have fallen in love with for more than 30 years. I have shopped Ferragamo at Nordstroms, Neiman Marcus, and Ferragamo… Read more “Vintage Ferragamo: matching handbags and shoes “
Ferragamo handbags: timeless, durable and classic
Close to 10 years ago I bought a beautiful leather Ferragamo handbag at the end of June sales in Paris. It’s a gorgeous roomy handbag — and… Read more “Ferragamo handbags: timeless, durable and classic”
Etro and Valentino: Covered up plunging neckline of Etro maxidress with a Valentino leather jacket so I could be glamorous doing business — made things more interesting for me!
I dress up because it is one of the things that makes me happy. And today, I found a way to wear my Etro maxidress while I… Read more “Etro and Valentino: Covered up plunging neckline of Etro maxidress with a Valentino leather jacket so I could be glamorous doing business — made things more interesting for me!”
Let’s talk about shoes: sorry but I like my Manolos — and they cost me
Generally, good shoes are expensive. I have a large foot — 9 1/2 US or 41/42 European. And until I had children, my foot was narrow. So… Read more “Let’s talk about shoes: sorry but I like my Manolos — and they cost me”
Marella: feminine, affordable, Made in Italy
I purchased three dresses from Marella in the summer of 2015 in Rome. My favorite is the black dress which also has pockets. I love affordable Italian… Read more “Marella: feminine, affordable, Made in Italy “
Escada: leather jackets, dresses, leather dresses and lots of lace found
I first bought an Escada coat from the consignment store in Pasadena named Clothes Heaven. It was one of the first photos posted on Instagram of me… Read more “Escada: leather jackets, dresses, leather dresses and lots of lace found “
Saw my Escada dress on TV!
Here in LA we find a lot of familiar places in scenes on TV — what is supposed to be DC is sometimes filmed in downtown LA.… Read more “Saw my Escada dress on TV!”
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