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Playing dress-up after 55

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Category: Comfortable

Scarf it: substitute a belt for a colorful silk

James Perse acquamarine shirt. Joie denim miniskirt. Anne Fontaine tights. Prada black flats. Tie everything together with a fliral scarf — this one is by Hermes.

November 22, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Patience: building your skill set, building your wardrobe

This morning started with a tank t-shirt by Majestic Filatures (comfortable, soft and holds shape) and Lululemon’s align pants (soft and easy) — then pulled over my… Read more “Patience: building your skill set, building your wardrobe”

November 13, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Samantha Sung sheer and soft v-neck shirt pairs well with my current obsessions: lace and nylons

Autumn. Lace slips. Wolford tights. Saint Laurent ankle boots. Bottega Venetta block heels. Add suede skirt and long sleeve v-neck sheer T-shirt by Samantha Sung (available at… Read more “Samantha Sung sheer and soft v-neck shirt pairs well with my current obsessions: lace and nylons”

November 12, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Going for comfort (also shopping outlet stores and seasonal sales): buy quality

Fall in love with comfort and quality. Pink suede over-the-knee boots found last May/June at the Neiman Marcus sale (my favorite for shoes!). Blue suede Balenciaga dress… Read more “Going for comfort (also shopping outlet stores and seasonal sales): buy quality”

November 10, 2017November 10, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Oversized silk scarves — colors pull together outfits and the scarf tied around the back can cover shoulders for a more professional office look

Silk scarves. Beautiful silk scarves provide color that can pull together a brown tank top, black skirt and rose pumps. Wrapped around the shoulder and tied behind… Read more “Oversized silk scarves — colors pull together outfits and the scarf tied around the back can cover shoulders for a more professional office look”

November 8, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Belted Calvin Klein tweed jacket offers stylish collar and deep pockets 

Found this wool/polyester blend jacket in my hall closet — it’s lightweight and good for our Southern Califor is climate where we celebrate 68 degrees as “autumn”.… Read more “Belted Calvin Klein tweed jacket offers stylish collar and deep pockets “

November 2, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Dressing up a Hugo Boss Navy blue wool dress and coat with Valentino pink suede over-the-knee boots adds some fun and energy to a conservative look

Matched two-year-old Hugo Boss Navy wool dress and coat with pink suede over-the-knee boots to create energy, fun, and bonding. Yesterday I wore my pink suede over-the-knee… Read more “Dressing up a Hugo Boss Navy blue wool dress and coat with Valentino pink suede over-the-knee boots adds some fun and energy to a conservative look”

November 1, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Short black boots: Ferragamo, Acne Studios, Malloni, Saint Laurent — yes, all these comfortable stylish boots are “Made in Italy”

Obsessed with the comfort and style of short Black boots! Versatile — go with pants, skirts, dresses. These Saint Laurent boots have a tall block heel, super… Read more “Short black boots: Ferragamo, Acne Studios, Malloni, Saint Laurent — yes, all these comfortable stylish boots are “Made in Italy””

October 28, 2017 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

Alberta Ferretti online sale: found this little cotton stretch dress — with deep pockets and color!

Alberta Ferretti Online Store had this cotton stretch dress with deep pockets and lots of color and design. I paired it with over the knee boots by… Read more “Alberta Ferretti online sale: found this little cotton stretch dress — with deep pockets and color!”

October 10, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

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