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Playing dress-up after 55

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Category: Skirts

Wednesdays: Wolfords and basics

Middle of the work week might require an easy basic outfit. Here I chose a red Dolce and Gabbanna silk blouse (outlet store putchase); Balanciaga black wool… Read more “Wednesdays: Wolfords and basics”

December 12, 2018 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Monday Motivation: wearing what you want

One of my happy places is ballet class. This Monday I am trying a new class at a studio in Terni at Hamarita and I have arrived… Read more “Monday Motivation: wearing what you want”

November 19, 2018 by Playing_dressup_after_55

True value: clothes that can be worn again and again, almost everywhere

This is one of my favorite outfits — a v-neck black t-shirt and suede skirt by Saint Laurent worn with Wolford tights and short red boots by… Read more “True value: clothes that can be worn again and again, almost everywhere”

November 17, 2018 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Business attire: Anne Fontaine blouse, St John Knit tweed suit, Wolford tights and Chanel pumps — comfortable, pretty and professional with a bit of fun

Gratitude. Cheerfulness. Happiness. Key elements to problem solving and productivity. Dress up with a beautiful light Anne Fontaine blouse with lace border along the sleeves (also a… Read more “Business attire: Anne Fontaine blouse, St John Knit tweed suit, Wolford tights and Chanel pumps — comfortable, pretty and professional with a bit of fun”

April 2, 2018April 2, 2018 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Designers, consumers, women: the dialogue, the budget, the message

Admittedly, I have a great wardrobe. In my 50s, I have had the health and the budget to shop for clothes as desired. Today’s outfit has some… Read more “Designers, consumers, women: the dialogue, the budget, the message”

March 6, 2018March 6, 2018 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

How to have fun while writing: wear something fun — Stilettos and miniskirts — perché no?

Joie denim miniskirt. Wolford tights. Manolo Blahnik Stilettos. James Perse shirt. Hugo Boss belt. How a novelist and fashion blogger takes the edge off the difficult work… Read more “How to have fun while writing: wear something fun — Stilettos and miniskirts — perché no?”

November 4, 2017November 4, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Tom Ford’s minimalist, exquisitely tailored blouse and skirt turned me back to black and an American designer 

Tom Ford’s silk black blouse — with long sleeves, zippers at the wrist, mesh on the shoulder and sleeves and a perfect torso drape — is the… Read more “Tom Ford’s minimalist, exquisitely tailored blouse and skirt turned me back to black and an American designer “

May 24, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Business attire: Cop.copine skirts offer style, comfort and flare

Old Pasadena has a Cop.Copine boutique which offers European design and materials in their clothes — a feminine, French aesthetic with flattering fits, easy care materials, and… Read more “Business attire: Cop.copine skirts offer style, comfort and flare”

April 15, 2017April 15, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55
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