Commanding respect — that’s how I see age. Get older, get wiser. Be confident. Chose the best material, great design. Majestic Filature tshirts — soft material, quality… Read more “How an Older Woman Dresses for Pilates: Majestic Filatures tshirt, Lululemon leggings, Manolo flats, white cashmere coat”
Category: Hermes
Wrap dress, nylons, pumps, tailored coat and a good leather handbag — classic, timeless, easy
Wrap it around your waist, slip on comfortable quality nylons (now marketed as “tights” because “nylons” became synonymous with uncomfortable) for polish, quality shoes and purse —… Read more “Wrap dress, nylons, pumps, tailored coat and a good leather handbag — classic, timeless, easy”
Tailored white cashmere coat — throw it over Majestic Filatures t-shirt, Lululemon leggings wear with either flats or boots for a bit of glam
My fashion icons? The little girl who thinks a sequin princess costume is couture and the overly dressed up old lady in evening gown and gloves drinking… Read more “Tailored white cashmere coat — throw it over Majestic Filatures t-shirt, Lululemon leggings wear with either flats or boots for a bit of glam”
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.
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”
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”
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”
MaxMara: simple black sheath dress adds dignity
MaxMara has a wonderful line of simple sporty dresses and superb coats. I found this versatile black on sale at the MaxMara sale in Rome last weekend.… Read more “MaxMara: simple black sheath dress adds dignity”
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”
Jil Sanders’ white ruffled linen dress survives heatwave in Umbria
È troppo troppo caldo. This white linen Jil Sanders dress is simple and chic — perfect for a Saturday morning meeting friends inside the historic center of… Read more “Jil Sanders’ white ruffled linen dress survives heatwave in Umbria”
Playing dress-up after 55 