This minimalist white cotton canvas trenchcoat by Hermès was a sort of gift (long private story) and I wear it with a smile. It’s bright white —… Read more “Hermès minimalist trench coat: looks like a medical lab coat but I love it”
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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”
Scarf for belt: when it is too hot to wear a silk scarf, I belt it or wrap it around my purse
A scarf works well as a belt. Or as additional color for the handles of a purse:
French casual: nautical striped Saint James top with white jeans, Repetto sneakers, an Hermès leather handbag and a Robert Graham buttery lemon cotton trench (already I know this could be this summer’s favorite casual outfit)
I pick up most of my “meals” from Julienne’s in San Marino (they cook better homemade meals than I do) which brings me often to two nearby… Read more “French casual: nautical striped Saint James top with white jeans, Repetto sneakers, an Hermès leather handbag and a Robert Graham buttery lemon cotton trench (already I know this could be this summer’s favorite casual outfit)”
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”
Hermès Kelly Bag: Big red leather handbags carry a lot and go with everything
This morning one of the front desk women at Equinox asked me a question about her two-year old Michael Kors handbag (a big, beautiful purse reminiscent of… Read more “Hermès Kelly Bag: Big red leather handbags carry a lot and go with everything “
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”
Scotch and Soda ruffled miniskirt for Spring: Glam up a simple skirt
If I were my 17-year-old daughter I would wear this simple ruffled miniskirt from Scotch and Soda with casual shoes and bare legs. But I am a… Read more “Scotch and Soda ruffled miniskirt for Spring: Glam up a simple skirt”
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”
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”
Playing dress-up after 55 