We have a fantastic Eileen Fisher boutique in Old Pasadena that I’ve shopped in for years — from a size extra large to extra small — and… Read more “Eileen Fisher Mohair cardigan for elegant comfort”
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Shopping your brand, your size online, on sale: or why I would rather buy designer clothes with discretionary income than spend money on overpriced U2 concert tickets
So tickets to the U2 concert on May 20 at the Rose Bowl went on sale at 10 o’clock this morning. This is a special treat for… Read more “Shopping your brand, your size online, on sale: or why I would rather buy designer clothes with discretionary income than spend money on overpriced U2 concert tickets”
How to purchase Wolford tights/Nylons on sale — what I refer to as the Lululemon of sheer leg coverings
Wolford tights are so comfortable and beautiful that I call them the Lululemon of sheer leg coverings because my legs look and feel better with Wolford tights… Read more “How to purchase Wolford tights/Nylons on sale — what I refer to as the Lululemon of sheer leg coverings “
Hermès twill scarves: collecting beauty helps me grow old gracefully
I purchased my first Hermès twill scarf in Paris when I turned 40 years old. Fifteen years ago, I could purchase a scarf for about $175-$200 in… Read more “Hermès twill scarves: collecting beauty helps me grow old gracefully”
Out of the closet: fashion, women and bonding
I have made a lot of good friends and acquaintances with women over the years because I liked their fashion style — and they mine. My 18-year-old… Read more “Out of the closet: fashion, women and bonding”
Morgane Le Fay: irrisistable pleated half slip found in Malibu
I’m a girl. I know, I’m a 55-year-old mother of two and all that but when I see a beautiful piece of clothing I become all girl.… Read more “Morgane Le Fay: irrisistable pleated half slip found in Malibu”
Casual chic for walking at The Huntington Gardens and Library
For walking at The Huntington Gardens, I chose the very comfortable bronze M. Gemi “sneakers” and stuck with the Aspesi tunic I wore earlier in the morning… Read more “Casual chic for walking at The Huntington Gardens and Library”
This black sweater and quilted vest from Salvatore Ferragamo suits LA weather
Vashti (“V”) Bryant at Salvatore Ferragamo in Beverly Hills patiently helped me try on beautiful coats and jackets until I settled on this sleeveless quilted and sweater… Read more “This black sweater and quilted vest from Salvatore Ferragamo suits LA weather”
Finn + Willow in Old Pasadena provides easy access to chic lace and more
One rainy Saturday afternoon I sought refuge in the Old Pasadena Boutique of Finn + Willow (finnandwillow.com) to play dressup and selected a lace hemmed Navy blue… Read more “Finn + Willow in Old Pasadena provides easy access to chic lace and more”
Eileen Fisher: Fingerless cashmere gloves?
I have no idea what these cashmere fingerless gloves are called but I love them. Eileen Fisher sent me a long overdue rewards card last week so… Read more “Eileen Fisher: Fingerless cashmere gloves?”
Playing dress-up after 55 