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Playing dress-up after 55

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Category: Wardrobe

Tuesdays are for Chanel

Chanel coatdress paired with a St John Knit wool coat. So what if it’s cold outside?

December 11, 2018 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Monday working: love Tom Ford silk blouse and wool skirt — add Wolford tights and play with shoes and coat — because a little fun stirs the creativity

I’m working on the fifth draft of my novel. Today I’m playing The “was” Game — searching for the passive word “was” and editing the sentence to… Read more “Monday working: love Tom Ford silk blouse and wool skirt — add Wolford tights and play with shoes and coat — because a little fun stirs the creativity”

December 10, 2018December 10, 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

Traveling clothes: comfort and wearability in late Autumn – what’s an easy outfit to pack?

Majestic Filatures camisole and tank tshirt (soft, comforting); black v-neck lightweight cashmere sweater; black jeans; Ugg boots; warm coat; and a good leatherhandbag. And a warm pashmina!!

October 27, 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

Playing dress-up: setting up an outfit

Go into your closet and start with something you love that is appropriate for the event or your mood. Here, I start with black suede pants from… Read more “Playing dress-up: setting up an outfit”

February 28, 2018 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Playing dress-up: getting in character for life

I once dressed up as my grandmother to surprise my dad — I was maybe four years old. Clothes — beautiful, well-designed, comfortable dreamy dresses and coats… Read more “Playing dress-up: getting in character for life”

February 26, 2018 by Playing_dressup_after_55

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”

February 8, 2018 by Playing_dressup_after_55

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”

November 10, 2017November 10, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

Anne Fontaine sweater dress: the best clothes make me smile

Button up, v-neck cotton sweater dress by Anne Fontaine — it is soft, structured and many years after owning it, this sweater dress is still one of… Read more “Anne Fontaine sweater dress: the best clothes make me smile”

November 7, 2017 by Playing_dressup_after_55

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