Payless shows you how....
Skip on over and check them out! But beware - these are nose-bleed heels (4")! But I know there are 50+ babes out there that can rock 'em!
Friday, July 25, 2008
Wear candy on your feet....
Not on your hips!
Payless shows you how....
Skip on over and check them out! But beware - these are nose-bleed heels (4")! But I know there are 50+ babes out there that can rock 'em!
Payless shows you how....
Skip on over and check them out! But beware - these are nose-bleed heels (4")! But I know there are 50+ babes out there that can rock 'em!
I don't usually.....
Feature handbags over $1000.00 here (and certainly not on my bag blog!).
But every once in a while, a uber expensive bag just steals my heart (if not my wallet!)....
Tod's Dokt Bag Tote - $2345.00
For me this bag works on so many levels - classic look (you'll be able to carry it until the day you die and it will still look in style), 2 handles (one for the hand, one for the shoulder - always great to have a choice!), a latch that looks great but is also practical (unlike the Birkin or the Kelly, beautiful bags that they may be!) and the leather just looks lush!
All in all, if I had around $3000.00 to blow on a handbag, this one would be high up on my list of possibles!
And yes, if you just love bags of lizard - and have $30,500.00+ (Yeah that's right - $30,500! - by my calculations a year's worth of mortgage payments for a rather nice house) to pitch out the door you can get this beauty in alligator!
But every once in a while, a uber expensive bag just steals my heart (if not my wallet!)....
For me this bag works on so many levels - classic look (you'll be able to carry it until the day you die and it will still look in style), 2 handles (one for the hand, one for the shoulder - always great to have a choice!), a latch that looks great but is also practical (unlike the Birkin or the Kelly, beautiful bags that they may be!) and the leather just looks lush!
All in all, if I had around $3000.00 to blow on a handbag, this one would be high up on my list of possibles!
And yes, if you just love bags of lizard - and have $30,500.00+ (Yeah that's right - $30,500! - by my calculations a year's worth of mortgage payments for a rather nice house) to pitch out the door you can get this beauty in alligator!
Sunday, July 20, 2008
The battle of "To Wear Stockings or Not to Wear Stockings....
Continues....
Sheer stockings get a fashion thumbs-down
As I've said in previous posts - not wearing stockings to work is an anathema ! (Hey I figure if this is the only cantankerous thing I say in my old age, I'm ahead of the game! ;-) ). But like the woman quoted in the article I am aware that that's based on relentless parental programming! ;-)
A shout out to Uptown Girls for the heads up on this one!
Sheer stockings get a fashion thumbs-down
As I've said in previous posts - not wearing stockings to work is an anathema ! (Hey I figure if this is the only cantankerous thing I say in my old age, I'm ahead of the game! ;-) ). But like the woman quoted in the article I am aware that that's based on relentless parental programming! ;-)
A shout out to Uptown Girls for the heads up on this one!
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Wouldn't it be lovely in these time crunched days...
To have your own personal shopper?
And yes, some of the major stores do offer personal shopper services for free -- but then you have to go into the store to take advantage of that and that takes time, the time you supposedly don't have...well you get the picture.
But what if you had a personal shopper who did the research for you -- and sent the results right to your e-mail...
Meet ShopItToMe
Here in brief is how it works:
1. You sign up.
2. You choose the retailer/designers you love/buy
3. You choose how often you want to be notified
And viola! When items by that retailer/designer goes on sale on pretty much any website, you get an e-mail which not only tells you what's on sale but provides a picture and link to the site!
I received an e-mail from the site basically announcing the service and suggesting that it might be of interest to my readers -- so I decided to check it out. And I must say, it is pretty slick! And if you, like me, do a great deal of online shopping it's that personal online shopper you've been wishing for! My one caveat is that they need to add more retailers - I'm not quite sure why J Jill is not a choice!
So go on over and give ShopItToMe a try!
And yes, some of the major stores do offer personal shopper services for free -- but then you have to go into the store to take advantage of that and that takes time, the time you supposedly don't have...well you get the picture.
But what if you had a personal shopper who did the research for you -- and sent the results right to your e-mail...
Meet ShopItToMe
Here in brief is how it works:
1. You sign up.
2. You choose the retailer/designers you love/buy
3. You choose how often you want to be notified
And viola! When items by that retailer/designer goes on sale on pretty much any website, you get an e-mail which not only tells you what's on sale but provides a picture and link to the site!
I received an e-mail from the site basically announcing the service and suggesting that it might be of interest to my readers -- so I decided to check it out. And I must say, it is pretty slick! And if you, like me, do a great deal of online shopping it's that personal online shopper you've been wishing for! My one caveat is that they need to add more retailers - I'm not quite sure why J Jill is not a choice!
So go on over and give ShopItToMe a try!
Wicopy Earrings....
Simply enchanting!...
Juniper Berry Fairy Earrings - $10.00
Spider's Lace Earrings - $10.00
Time Travel Turquoise Earrings - $18.00
Check out the whole collection on Etsy...
Wicopy Bead & Jewelry Supplies
Here's what I love about this - not only are the earrings lovely they are also unique! There is only one of each -- which means you won't see yourself coming and going on the street when you wear them!
Check out the whole collection on Etsy...
Wicopy Bead & Jewelry Supplies
Here's what I love about this - not only are the earrings lovely they are also unique! There is only one of each -- which means you won't see yourself coming and going on the street when you wear them!
Interesting style choices....
Some people make them early....
The San Francisco Twins
I have to say, I'd never heard of these ladies...but it appears they are famous for both the fact that they are very identical twins (award winning actually) and that they dress just alike - and have for most of their lives! For more on them, and another pic of their style check out their entry on Wikipedia...
San Francisco Twins
Interesting isn't it how some of us spend a lifetime trying to determine who we are from a style perspective -- and others just seem to be born with it!
(A shout out of thanks to the
Franklin Avenue blog for introducing me to these distinctive ladies!)
The San Francisco TwinsI have to say, I'd never heard of these ladies...but it appears they are famous for both the fact that they are very identical twins (award winning actually) and that they dress just alike - and have for most of their lives! For more on them, and another pic of their style check out their entry on Wikipedia...
San Francisco Twins
Interesting isn't it how some of us spend a lifetime trying to determine who we are from a style perspective -- and others just seem to be born with it!
(A shout out of thanks to the
Franklin Avenue blog for introducing me to these distinctive ladies!)
A few fun things...
From the wonderful Budget Fashionista.....
Colorful Bridal Gowns, Coach Contest, Cute Necklaces: Web Round Up
By the by...I went over to Brickfish (Which is a concept unto itself!) to check out the Coach contest entries...and I have to say there's some pretty impressive work being submitted!
Maybe it's time for Coach to take a page from Freddy and Ma and provide the ability for customers to custom create their own tote - hey they've already got a template! ;-)
Colorful Bridal Gowns, Coach Contest, Cute Necklaces: Web Round Up
By the by...I went over to Brickfish (Which is a concept unto itself!) to check out the Coach contest entries...and I have to say there's some pretty impressive work being submitted!
Maybe it's time for Coach to take a page from Freddy and Ma and provide the ability for customers to custom create their own tote - hey they've already got a template! ;-)
Just for fun...
Skip over to Easy Fashion in Paris and check out this post...
Maurizio Galante High Fashion Palais...
I point this post out particularly for the pic of the many tiered sleeves on the pale gray wrap (?) - what an extraordinary piece! It's like origami with fabric!
P.S. If you haven't bookmarked or at least signed up for the email notifications of this blog do yourself a favor and do so! The pics are always wonderful and while, like on all street blogs, you will rarely see pics of ladies our ages I think it helps to keep current on what those younger than us are wearing - we don't have to emulate them, but you just might find elements you can comfortably incorporate into your closet keeping it up to date!
Plus the blog has a great soundtrack! (Link over - you'll see what I mean! ;-) )
Maurizio Galante High Fashion Palais...
I point this post out particularly for the pic of the many tiered sleeves on the pale gray wrap (?) - what an extraordinary piece! It's like origami with fabric!
P.S. If you haven't bookmarked or at least signed up for the email notifications of this blog do yourself a favor and do so! The pics are always wonderful and while, like on all street blogs, you will rarely see pics of ladies our ages I think it helps to keep current on what those younger than us are wearing - we don't have to emulate them, but you just might find elements you can comfortably incorporate into your closet keeping it up to date!
Plus the blog has a great soundtrack! (Link over - you'll see what I mean! ;-) )
A couple of interesting posts...
Over at The Thoughtful Dresser...
And Who Buys Couture?
(I have to admit I wonder this myself!...)
More or Less
Yes -- it is beginning to get through my thick skull that I would probably be much better off with a much more edited closet with fewer clothes of better quality - it's just a better strategy for the 50+ gal. Looks like I'm not the only one moving in that direction! ;-)
And Who Buys Couture?
(I have to admit I wonder this myself!...)
More or Less
Yes -- it is beginning to get through my thick skull that I would probably be much better off with a much more edited closet with fewer clothes of better quality - it's just a better strategy for the 50+ gal. Looks like I'm not the only one moving in that direction! ;-)
Thursday, July 10, 2008
A whole lotta love...
For the 50+ lady has been flowing this week from two of my favorite style blogs!
Over at YouLookFab Ms. Angie reflects on the timeless taste of the over 50 femme...
Over 50 and fabulousOver 50 and Fabulous
While Ms. Teresa over at Wardrobe 911 gives a whole series of tips to the 50+ gal on what to where in different situations...
what to wear: smart casual at fab 50
what to wear: planning a retirement wardrobe
what to wear: going out - 50+
A shout out of love to both these ladies for these delish tips! (And ladies, read the comments -- you'll find yourself laughing and shaking your head in agreement!)
Over at YouLookFab Ms. Angie reflects on the timeless taste of the over 50 femme...
Over 50 and fabulousOver 50 and Fabulous
While Ms. Teresa over at Wardrobe 911 gives a whole series of tips to the 50+ gal on what to where in different situations...
what to wear: smart casual at fab 50
what to wear: planning a retirement wardrobe
what to wear: going out - 50+
A shout out of love to both these ladies for these delish tips! (And ladies, read the comments -- you'll find yourself laughing and shaking your head in agreement!)
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