The Eternally Chic Lauren Hutton

The Eternally Chic Lauren Hutton

Festive Chic: How to Dress for Holiday Parties

Festive Chic: How to Dress for Holiday Parties



Yep! More party tips! ;-)

How to Take Your Look from the Office to the Evening

How to Take Your Look from the Office to the Evening



My office party is over - but for those of you who may still have celebrations on tap, a few tips for taking it from day to night! ;-)

What Is the 80/20 Rule? | POPSUGAR Fitness

What Is the 80/20 Rule? | POPSUGAR Fitness



I don't know about you - but age, for me, has brought weight gain.  I'm not sure I can say I've "struggled" because in all honesty, I haven't obsessed about it.



However, I can say that attitude has been a healthy one - so  I'm always looking for sane ways to manage weight. I'm thinking that the 80/20 rule might be one worth trying! ;-)

DIY This No-Sew Clutch in 8 Simple Steps

DIY This No-Sew Clutch in 8 Simple Steps



Now this is a fashion DYI I just might try!

We Should All Age Like Frances McDormand

We Should All Age Like Frances McDormand



Awesome attitude! 

The 13 Essential Items You Need to Pack Like a Parisian in One Bag

The 13 Essential Items You Need to Pack Like a Parisian in One Bag

The Color That Makes Everything Look More Expensive

The Color That Makes Everything Look More Expensive

5 Ways to Tell If Heels Will Hurt Before You Buy Them

5 Ways to Tell If Heels Will Hurt Before You Buy Them



Sadly, I'm pretty sure I past the wearing heels stage of life - I don't believe my bad knees can take it! :-(



But for those of you who can still rock them - a few tips on id'ing the ones that will leave you crying! ;-)

Incredibly Smart Mirror Gives Spot-On Compliments, Reminds Us We're All Truly Beautiful

Incredibly Smart Mirror Gives Spot-On Compliments, Reminds Us We're All Truly Beautiful



Now THIS is furniture we can ALL use in our houses! ;-)

Build a Home Gym for Under $100

Build a Home Gym for Under $100



Some great ideas for putting together your own mini gym at home!

Four French Women Shatter The Myth of Perfection

Four French Women Shatter The Myth of Perfection



Sounds like a book worth reading! ;-)

50 Simple Pieces for Building a Classic Wardrobe -- The Cut

50 Simple Pieces for Building a Classic Wardrobe -- The Cut



I lean hard towards the classic - boring on me, but with just the right touch, unbeatable! ;-)

Cool, Functional Work Bags for Under $400

Cool, Functional Work Bags for Under $400



I don't know about you but I'm always looking for that ultimate work bag! 

Not Just for Little Girls: The New Naughty Mary Jane

Not Just for Little Girls: The New Naughty Mary Jane



I don't know about the naughty part - but if you, like me, can no longer wear heels, these cuties are a gift from heaven! ;-)

French Fries and Grilled Cheese With Carolina Herrera

French Fries and Grilled Cheese With Carolina Herrera



Great interview by Joe Zee!



Eat chocolate every day and be happy? Oh yeah! :-)

This Lingerie Brand Is Changing the Definition of What Nude Looks Like

This Lingerie Brand Is Changing the Definition of What Nude Looks Like



At Last! :-)

4 Fun Ways to Defy Your Age

4 Fun Ways to Defy Your Age



Now while I don't think you should deny your age - I don't think you should let it limit you either! ;-)

That's Not My Age: Quote of the week: Emmanuelle Alt

That's Not My Age: Quote of the week: Emmanuelle Alt



Quote of the week indeed! I totally agree! 

Start Working Out After 65

Start Working Out After 65



That's right ladies! It's NEVER too late! ;-)

Naked or Not: Evening Makeup for Gray Hair

Naked or Not: Evening Makeup for Gray Hair

My "Naked" Truth | Robin Korth

My "Naked" Truth | Robin Korth



Let's face it - growing old means NOT having the body of a 20 year old! Or even a 40 year old! 



Growing old with grace is accepting it - and not letting ANYONE make you feel badly about it!

Why French Women Never Look Old | MORE Magazine

Why French Women Never Look Old | MORE Magazine

On the Street…..Eleventh Street, New York « The Sartorialist

On the Street…..Eleventh Street, New York « The Sartorialist



Where do people find amazing tops like this? The whole outfit is simple but completely elegant! 

Not Dead Yet Style: What I Wore: Lace In The Garden

Not Dead Yet Style: What I Wore: Lace In The Garden



I love this outfit! Simple and elegant - and with a shape that can work for ladies of many sizes! Click the link to check it out! 

50 Classy People From The Past Who Remind Us What "Cool" Really Means!

50 Classy People From The Past Who Remind Us What "Cool" Really Means!



The clothes! The style! The attitude! This is what "classy" is all about! :-)

Timeless Style: Twelve 20th Century Outfits That Totally Work Today | The Coveted®

Timeless Style: Twelve 20th Century Outfits That Totally Work Today | The Coveted®

Joyce Carpati: Sensational at 82

Joyce Carpati: Sensational at 82



I love her advice to not try to look young - just as lovely as you can whatever your age! Words to live by in my opinion! :-)

5 (Free!) Ways to Create New Outfits

5 (Free!) Ways to Create New Outfits



With money still tight - we can use all the suggestions we can get! ;-)

Interesting concept....

One more reason not to go out to shop! ;-)

Print your own makeup...

Great tips....

On necklines for every body type!

From Verily Magazine:

Best Necklines for Your Body Shape

I know I'm probably tardy to the party on this one....

But at last - a clothes rental site for those of us who aren't a size 2!

Gwyneie Bee

Their sizes range 10 - 32 - that's right ladies, realistic sizes! 


I've never been particularly hepped on the "rent clothes that someone else has been wearing" idea. But I put that down to being a bit too old school. I can definitely see these type of sites being useful for getting an outfit for special occasions. Come on, who hasn't brought a fancy dress for a wedding that you KNOW you'll never have occasion to wear again!  Why not rent something? ;-)

Saw this amazing image on the Belgrave Crescent site (they're a British leather goods site):

 

I thought it was a great idea for a sleek but comfortable weekend runabout outfit! And easily put together at different price points! 

Over at Not Dead Yet...

Patti posts some great ideas for Spring outfits! (If Spring ever comes! :-/ ):

Not Dead Yet: My Spring Uniform

More French Fashion tips!

12 Fashion Secrets from French Women

Now I don't know about the "sexy bed head" thing - but the other tips work for me! Especially #12 - dress to please yourself ladies! ;-)

A very cool infographic...

Of every dress worn by ever Best Actress Oscar winner!

Every best actress oscar dress since 1929

That Metabolism slow down....

Is a challenge for all of us over 50 gals.  Actually it starts becoming an issue as you enter your 40s!

Here are 4 women who've used different techniques to combat the slow down...

4 ways to Make over your Metabolism

And a few more speed up tips for the post menopausal gang:

Beat menopausal weight gain

As cold as it is....

Here in Chi-town hot chocolate is definitely welcome! And hot chocolate in Paris?  Now THAT'S what I'm talking about! ;-)

Hot Chocolate Spots in Paris

Heads up ladies!

Needless Markup - oops I mean Neiman Marcus Last Call site actually has some pretty good handbags for under $100.  If you looking for a new one for not a lot of cash, check 'em out:

Neiman Marcus Last Call Handbags under $100.00

It's Okay...

To hate those high heels ladies! ;-)

It's okay to hate those high heels!