My sister was invited to an event that had a dress code of semi-formal and took place during the daytime. She shared how hard it was to find a stylish look as a grown woman, especially with a good size range. Weddings, bar mitzvahs, retirement parties, political events… there are a lot of semiformal occasions…
The slip skirt is a garment that has been in and out of fashion for decades. In the 1920s, slips as we know now became popular to ration fabrics; you could rewear a slip instead of adding a lining to a skirt or dress. Slips became a fashion statement thanks to both the dress trends…
Many of you have asked for a more relaxed capsule wardrobe. Looks that are more casual but refined for everyday, and specific requests for a teacher capsule wardrobe for fall. This collection is for you! A mix of classic with a hint of whimsy, this capsule wardrobe is comfortable yet polished. It can also be…
You found the perfect pair of shoes. They’re delicate and beautiful and complete your outfit… but you really wish they had a bit more cushioning and/or arch support. Been there, and I’ve got you with the best insoles for flats and dress shoes that have been road tested by me, my friends, or other members…
Last week, challenging myself, I made an Instagram Reel talking to the screen about leopard print sweaters. It did well, and inspired me this week to do one talking about the new sneakers I got. This video did even better and I gained well over 100 new followers from it. I have never been a…
We all know by now I am a fan of Universal Standard. Since 2017, I have been a customer of this revolutionary apparel brand that has helped democratize fashion. Offering elevated basics and the occasional unique piece and designer collaboration in sizes 00-40, Universal Standard makes fashion truly size inclusive. But dang, has it been…
When I shared easy work tops, several of you asked if I could find a cheaper alternative to the Frances Valentine top. I hate to say it, but Frances Valentine apparel is really stellar quality, great fabrics not often seen elsewhere, and manufacturing that can stand the test of time. Especially in 2025, you get…
Black is the default neutral for many capsule wardrobes, and I’ll admit it’s often mine with my capsule wardrobes. But I am often asked to create a capsule wardrobe with no black. This season, with the popularity of chocolate brown, it’s a great time to build your wardrobe around that color, find great staples that…
I have been feeling low. Empty. My therapist suggested I return to what got me out of a hole I was in back in 2014: meditation and Brene Brown. I pulled up Daring Greatly from my Audible archives, horrified to find it was replaced by AI reading the book, and bought another copy. And I…