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Pick of the Day: Long, Bright and Romantic
[Original image unavailable: Kaktus� Sleeveless Bubble Dress] I'm working on a post about long, romantic dresses. (I have two weddings to go to in the next few months, so I thought I'd see what was on online and write ab
Anti-Wrinkles: What’s in Your Skin Cream?
What’s your strategy for choosing anti-wrinkle skin creams? How do you pick one from the ever-growing arsenal of anti-aging creams and lotions? My skin care strategy has always been to just keep trying new products. I d
Versatile Blogger Award
I’ve been given the “Versatile Blogger” award by the blogger at Rich Mix Fashion Plus Sizes Clothing . It was very kind of her to choose me and now it’s my turn to award others. This is sort of like a chain post, in whi
Shorts, Pants and More for Over 50
This weekend I engaged in the "changing of the wardrobe." Twice a year, in the spring and in the fall, the clothes in my bedroom closet trade places with the clothes stored in the attic. One rule I live by: Don't buy new
Spring 2011: Drawstring Bags
Fashion consultants and stylists often advise women to weed out the old clothing and accessories from their closets. They suggest policies like: "If you haven't worn it in two years, get rid of it." I understand this sor
Pick of the Day: Canvas Tote
[Original image unavailable: Earth Axxessories Damask Canvas Tote Purple - Tote] The spring season officially began last Sunday. Unfortunately, in the Northeast, it usually takes another month before the weather feels sp
Spring Dresses Under $100--But Hurry!
[Original image unavailable: Anne Klein Flare Dress Fit & Flare Dress (Blue)] Did you see "Cairo Time," starring Patricia Clarkson? I rented the DVD a few months ago and I've been inspired by how comfortable and elegant
Spring Sales are in the Air!
[Original image unavailable: Anne Klein Crop Fly- Away Skirt Dress Crop Fly- Away Skirt Dress (Brown)] It's been 11 days since my last post. I wish I could say I've been on a tropical island without Internet service, bas
Fashion Over 50: The Tiered Top
I have been admiring tiered tops for a while now, but haven't found just the right one for me. Then, over the weekend, I was with an over 50 friend who was wearing a bright pink tiered top with a long gray sweater, gray
Spring 2011: TwoTone Shoes
Spring Two-Tones by flattering50 featuring a jeffrey campbell oxford Last night I was in the city with a group of my husband's college friends and their wives. One of the people in our group was a woman I called "Justine
Fashion Over 50: Pick of the Day
[Original image unavailable: Collared Jersey Shirt] I can't wait to toss my winter wools and stroll down the avenue in a 3/4 sleeve top like this Collared Jersey Shirt from the Pure Collection . It's my Fashion Over 50:
Spring 2011: Striped Tees
[Original image unavailable: Michael Stars Riviera Stripe Elbow Sleeve Scoop Tee] It's safe to say my wardrobe hasn't been without a striped jersey in three decades. I can't think of another fashion style I have been as
