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Playing dress-up after 55

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Obsessed with Saint Laurent’s Trapeze Mini Skirt in Black Patent Leather

Daring. Bold. Fun. Pretty. French. Perfectly fits. Deep front pockets. Black patent leather miniskirt — and the size — 38French (4-6 US) — is a great celebration… Read more “Obsessed with Saint Laurent’s Trapeze Mini Skirt in Black Patent Leather”

September 4, 2017April 22, 2024 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Dressing for Europe: Lose the athletic sneakers and plan outfits

When walking in Europe, I trade my American athletic running shoes for the more discreet Cole Haan walking shoes. Or the Repetto “sneakers”. I try not to… Read more “Dressing for Europe: Lose the athletic sneakers and plan outfits”

July 13, 2017July 13, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Repetto sneakers: versatile and actually useful

I purchased these Repetto sneakers from the store online. I paid full price. I have a weakness for all brands ballet and French. The sneakers were expensive.… Read more “Repetto sneakers: versatile and actually useful”

July 10, 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

Menopause: time to take care of yourself

This morning I discovered a brilliant outfit: a Majestic Filatures t-shirt (by the way Saks Fifth Avenue has a few of these onsale online); Lululemon align tights… Read more “Menopause: time to take care of yourself”

March 25, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Joie + Hugo Boss + Wolford + Prada + Hermès + Cartier = Business attire

One thought of business attire is to look successful, confident and — like a man? Yep, we graduated with degrees in finance in the 80s then bought… Read more “Joie + Hugo Boss + Wolford + Prada + Hermès + Cartier = Business attire”

March 22, 2017March 22, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Joie pleated miniskirt: having fun with playing dressup

I bought a black pleated miniskirt of viscose and polyester lined from Joie. It’s a playful skirt with a scrunched waist. It’s part of my maybe rebellion… Read more “Joie pleated miniskirt: having fun with playing dressup”

March 21, 2017March 21, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Honestly feeling a little silly about the selfies in clothes but I have my reasons

Hamming it up for the camera and posting on the internet isn’t very “dignified” but “fashion Blogger” is a “thing” and I need to be productive. And… Read more “Honestly feeling a little silly about the selfies in clothes but I have my reasons”

March 15, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

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”

March 3, 2017March 3, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Happy Valentine’s Day: Dolce and Gabbana red skirt, Escada lace, and Manolo Blahnik stilettos (aka What I see when I look in the mirror)

I bought the Escada lace top, the Dolce and Gabbana red skirt, the Wolford tights and the Manolo Blahnik stilettos all on sale — identify the brands… Read more “Happy Valentine’s Day: Dolce and Gabbana red skirt, Escada lace, and Manolo Blahnik stilettos (aka What I see when I look in the mirror)”

February 14, 2017February 14, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

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