couple of things…
Happy Monday! I’ve been gathering some awesome tips to share with you – ready? Do you have a few white tops that have seen better days? You know what I mean – but did you know that those stains are...
View Articlethe perfect jean
It’s official: my skinny jeans “moment” has officially passed. I’m so relieved. I was late to the trend anyway (finally giving in at the urging of my fashion consultant daughter), and never really got...
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Happy Friday! I am swamped! The holidays are so hectic – I feel like I”m running around with barely a chance to stop, catch my breath and just enjoy all of the wonderful moments. I’ve been collecting...
View Article101: cold weather running
fleece/tee shirt/leggings/hat/glittens/warmers Running is a part of my life that I rarely talk about, even though I’ve been doing it for almost 20 years. Mainly because I hate it. Can you imagine...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: julia’s lip tint
Yes, it’s ANOTHER must-have lip product for you to try… I was thinking about this – why so many lip posts?? Well, because other than mascara (which I will do a separate piece on soon!) it’s the only...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: ankle boots
One of the items on my life list is to do a major purge of my wardrobe (#36, if you’re interested). I know I’ve shared my clothing travails here before, and have even enlisted the help of a stellar...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: giftbar
I know, I know – two in one week? But this was too good to keep till next Wednesday, especially with Mother’s Day around the corner! While I like the concept of gift cards just fine (and gift them...
View Articlecity mouse, country mouse
So much good stuff to share, I couldn’t wait till Monday! I’ve been thrilled to discover that children’s clothing is so much more stylish now than when I was shopping for Chelsea and Conor back in the...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: a perfectly (imperfect) rolled sleeve
Am I the only one who’s obsessed with J. Crew? Like, obsessed in that I-worship-Jenna-Lyons kind of way? Of the many (many) things they do well, I think one of the best is the perfectly imperfect vibe...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: bensimon
For a long time I didn’t wear sneakers, except for running. I’m not a Converse girl, and I could never find a pair that was both stylish and worked well enough with my wardrobe to justify the purchase....
View Articlefavor-”ette”: the perfect pair of shorts
At some point early on in my 40′s, I just stopped wearing shorts. I found them to be too casual, not very flattering, and for some reason, “not befitting” a woman of a certain age. And then the lovely...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: j. crew & the high line
When I got the e-mail I think I may have done a little happy dance. Seems J. Crew is as smitten with the High Line as everyone else is (including me), and created a special collection inspired by NYC’s...
View Article101: self-tanner tips
As you all know, I’m a bit of a nut when it comes to sunscreen. I wear it every day, year round – including my neck and hands. Except……when I go away on vacation. I know, I know. But there’s just...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: clogs (?)
I need your help here guys. See, I’ve been obsessing over clogs lately. A very specific kind of clog. Mid-height heel, a little strappy, and just a bit nerdy. image credit: nina z I typically think...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: fall nail color
Fall can be a challenging season in New York, wardrobe-wise. Here we are in the third week of October and the weather is still in the upper 60′s, with sunny day after sunny day. It’s not yet cool...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: denim shirt (part one)
I’ll admit, I was late to the denim shirt trend. I never really appreciated how versatile this article of clothing could be, until I found myself reaching for it again and again – for all sorts of...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: denim shirt (part two)
As my love for the denim shirt began to grow, so did the number of denim shirts in my wardrobe. And while the fitted, medium-wash shirt is still highest in rotation, this is definitely a close second:...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: poshmark
Following my latest efforts to purge my wardrobe and streamline “my style”, I found myself with several bags – even more than usual – of clothing, shoes and accessories. There’s always a mixed bag of...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: more mascara
Remember my Eyes/Cheeks/Lips post? And how much time I spent talking about mascara? I do love my mascara. And I’ve been on a life-long hunt for “the one”. The mascara that does it all: 1. Layers like...
View Articlefavor-”ette”: legging jeans
This winter. It was 9 degrees this morning, and that was before the wind chill. I’m so done with hats, gloves and heavy coats - how about you? As there seems to be no end to this deep freeze we’re in,...
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