In some ways your purse is the most important part of your outfit. It’s like the cherry on top of the sundae that makes the whole thing look just so appealing. Get it right and you are the height of elegance, get it wrong and you go totally unnoticed. With so many styles to choose from,…
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Why Teal Looks Good on Everyone
You usually see teal in the fall, but in the last few years, it has become a popular year-round color. That’s great news because Teal is considered one of the four most universally flattering clothing colors. It looks good on just about everyone. teal blouse | teal dress | teal print top This deep blue-green…
Gingham for Grown-Ups – 12 Ways to Wear It
Do you hesitate to wear gingham because it conjures up images of Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz skipping down the yellow brick road in her blue and white gingham pinafore? How exactly is a grown-up gal supposed to wear this wholesome print and still look chic? Here are 12 ways to wear gingham, so…
The Cute Travel Dress I Wore in Florida
I just got back from Florida and what really made my trip (besides the gorgeous sunshine, ocean water and tropical heat), was this cute little dress that I took along. I’m all about no fuss and total comfort when I’m on vacation, which is why this darling Medallion print shift dress worked so perfectly for me.
How to Wear Frayed Hem Jeans and Not Look Sloppy
The most modern way to wear jeans this spring is to let it all hang out – literally. Jeans with unraveled, frayed and ragged hemlines are where it’s at. While some gals love frayed hem jeans, others think they look like someone got way too scissor-happy! If you’re on the fence and want to give them a try…
Figure Flattering Dresses For Women Over 40
With the warm weather here, it’s a thrill to shed those heavy layers and throw on a pretty dress. But with so many choices out there, how do you know which dress is best? Before you fall in love with the color, vibe or even the price of a dress, you need to take a…
What to Wear Over 40 – Your Child’s Graduation
Congratulations! It’s Graduation Day, and I’m sure you couldn’t be prouder. All those years of studying have finally paid off…for both your son or daughter and you. This is a time to celebrate and enjoy this moment before the next chapter of your lives begin. 1. Leave Your Jeans at Home As with any important…
Easter Dresses That Feel Like Spring
Easter is all about spring and rebirth, so it’s the natural time to put some new life into your wardrobe with a pretty, Easter dress. Between early morning church services, the Easter egg hunt and special family brunches and dinners, you are going to want to look nice. Why not treat yourself to something fresh…
Plus Size Tops To Flatter A Curvy 40+ Figure
Spring is still a month or so away, but that doesn’t mean you can’t slowly start breaking into some lighter and brighter clothes. A lot of my plus size readers have been asking me for suggestions for tops that can wear now as they transition into spring and beyond. So, here’s what I’ve come up…
Polka Dot Clothes That Perk Up Your Wardrobe for Spring
Polka dot clothes are cropping up – or should it say popping up – everywhere this spring. It’s a fun and playful trend, especially when you wear polka dots in stylish new ways. If you worry that polka dots might come across as too juvenile and think you should take a pass, these four modern…
Spring Style Is Easy With These Three Cute Tops
Spring is here and after a long, cold winter it’s finally time to start lightening things up a bit. One of the easiest and chicest ways is to swap a heavy winter sweater for a cute, lighter-weight top. Not only will it say Spring, you’ll be weekend-ready when you pair it with other things you…
Spring Booties – Transitional Footwear Never Looked So Fab!
This is the time of year I start thinking ahead to spring and dreaming about all the cute little sandals and open toe shoes I can’t wait to wear in March….uhh, o.k…April…well, I guess I really mean May. You see, I live in Toronto (same weather as NYC), and realistically it’s not until then, that…
Sporty Spring Tops to Wear With Leggings
The older I get, the more comfort matters. I’m not willing to settle for anything that doesn’t feel 100% soft and good on my body, which is why I’m a fan of leggings. If you read my post on leggings vs. skinny jeans, you know that the main difference between the two is that leggings are not…