A well-balanced wardrobe includes what I call cake and icing. Sounds delicious, doesn't it? The cake of your wardrobe are the wardrobe classics. These are the pieces that are available in some version year after year. They include a white cotton … [Read more...]
Alternative to Shorts
Some of you face a dilemma this time of year. The temps are creeping up, but you are not a "shorts" person. What is a gal to do? Allow me to suggest an alternative, which is universally flattering. Enter the circle … [Read more...]
Bad Combos? Pink & Green and Orange & Black
One of my wonderful readers said he dislikes pink and green in combination and orange and black. I agree, those are difficult color pairings which are best avoided in most cases. However, since I'm not one to say "never" in most cases, I set out to … [Read more...]
Alternative “Neutral” Colors
I suppose one definition for a neutral color would be a color that pairs well with most other colors. When we think of neutrals, our minds generally go to cream, black, white, gray, taupe and so on. But what about mustard, periwinkle and royal blue … [Read more...]
Banish The “Old Lady” From Your Style
I am often asked about age-appropriateness. It is difficult to pinpoint because it varies from person to person. What is appropriate for this 45-year old woman may not be appropriate for another. However, I think I can tell you definitively what … [Read more...]