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Playing dress-up after 55

Playing dress-up after 55

Elegance, simplicity, authenticity

Category: Menopause

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

Little black dress, stilettos: Just because

This little black dress by Roberto Cavalli is super soft, super comfortable and makes me fantastic. I added glamour and more comfort with Wolford tights and decided… Read more “Little black dress, stilettos: Just because”

March 9, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Etro lace hem offers discreet elegance — what I love about Italian design

I feel calmer and more grown up in this beautiful short sleeve Etro tiered paisley and lace dress. Made in Italy. Divine.

March 8, 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

Alberta Ferretti: another reason to love Italian fashion

This afternoon, with my son as my chaperone (I told him I was only there to try on the clothes), I tried on beautiful clothes by Alberta… Read more “Alberta Ferretti: another reason to love Italian fashion”

March 4, 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

Let’s talk about shoes: sorry but I like my Manolos — and they cost me

Generally, good shoes are expensive. I have a large foot — 9 1/2 US or 41/42 European. And until I had children, my foot was narrow. So… Read more “Let’s talk about shoes: sorry but I like my Manolos — and they cost me”

February 23, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Marella: feminine, affordable, Made in Italy 

I purchased three dresses from Marella in the summer of 2015 in Rome. My favorite is the black dress which also has pockets. I love affordable Italian… Read more “Marella: feminine, affordable, Made in Italy “

February 22, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Escada: leather jackets, dresses, leather dresses and lots of lace found 

I first bought an Escada coat from the consignment store in Pasadena named Clothes Heaven. It was one of the first photos posted on Instagram of me… Read more “Escada: leather jackets, dresses, leather dresses and lots of lace found “

February 21, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

My latest love: Etro

Dolce and Gabbana showed me the way to red. Alice and Olivia showed me to embellishments (beading. Embroidery). Etro, the line I once dreamed of in Paris,… Read more “My latest love: Etro”

February 19, 2017February 19, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

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