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Playing dress-up after 55

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Category: Chanel

Tuesdays are for Chanel

Chanel coatdress paired with a St John Knit wool coat. So what if it’s cold outside?

December 11, 2018 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Business attire: Anne Fontaine blouse, St John Knit tweed suit, Wolford tights and Chanel pumps — comfortable, pretty and professional with a bit of fun

Gratitude. Cheerfulness. Happiness. Key elements to problem solving and productivity. Dress up with a beautiful light Anne Fontaine blouse with lace border along the sleeves (also a… Read more “Business attire: Anne Fontaine blouse, St John Knit tweed suit, Wolford tights and Chanel pumps — comfortable, pretty and professional with a bit of fun”

April 2, 2018April 2, 2018 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Designers, consumers, women: the dialogue, the budget, the message

Admittedly, I have a great wardrobe. In my 50s, I have had the health and the budget to shop for clothes as desired. Today’s outfit has some… Read more “Designers, consumers, women: the dialogue, the budget, the message”

March 6, 2018March 6, 2018 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Chanel Jackets: buying them from the consignment store we nicknamed “Heaven” saves money

Chanel has short, tweed jackets that are comfortable but structured and fabricated from beautiful materials — buy them from a reputable consignment store such as Clothes Heaven… Read more “Chanel Jackets: buying them from the consignment store we nicknamed “Heaven” saves money”

October 11, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Etro Maxidress: self-sufficient hem makes this a glamorous day dress

The hem on this Etro maxidress requires no hand to hold it up so it is easy to wear during the day. This sleeveless maxidress can be… Read more “Etro Maxidress: self-sufficient hem makes this a glamorous day dress”

September 26, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Joie lace dress: cap sleeves, v-neck and fantastically French and feminine

Hopefully we have just one more day of the Umbrian heatwave. This sweet lace dress by Joie is both cool and feminine. Claudia, my partner in all… Read more “Joie lace dress: cap sleeves, v-neck and fantastically French and feminine”

August 10, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Chanel Boutique, Rome: about last week

The Chanel Boutique is located next to the Piazza di Spana (Spanish Steps) and was the first store I tried on clothes last week. I adore Chanel… Read more “Chanel Boutique, Rome: about last week”

August 1, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Manolo: the low heeled pumps reign

Women stop to ask about my Manolo scalloped low heeled suede pumps because the shoes are simple, classic and gorgeous. And functional. Today I WANTED denim Manolo… Read more “Manolo: the low heeled pumps reign”

March 16, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Wear your favorite clothes first: I wear Etro because I can wear anything I have in my closet if I give myself permission

Our weather here in Pasadena has warmed up so out hoes long sleeves and in comes a chiffon silk ruffled Etro maxidress that I pair with a… Read more “Wear your favorite clothes first: I wear Etro because I can wear anything I have in my closet if I give myself permission”

March 7, 2017March 7, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55
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