Category Archives: fashion

Things I’m Wanting ….. maybe you are, too?

Today, Starbucks officially launches its holiday lineup, complete with the re-launch of itsredagain.com. (Update: check out the Starbucks website today for Create your own Starbucks cards. I like “the Original” …. great for gifting, if you know your recipient’s favorite drink.) So far, I’ve had two samples of the eggnog latte (at my local Target/Starbucks). […]

Nov. 1: are you thinking Christmas?

Halloween is over. We didn’t run out of candy, despite my husband’s frequent updates to the contrary. Didn’t even have to dig into Charlie Brown’s stash (other than for a treat). Now, my attention and fears are directed toward Christmas: what to buy, which cards to send, how to wrap.Holiday cards are both easy and […]

Creating Desire

Thank you, Barney’s. Without your “Obsessions” email this morning, I never would have known that I needed the following Lanvin accessories: (ah, the glory of computers) 1. Lanvin Fabric and Pearl Choker, $525 I love this choker, for the simply because it would look good with so many things, from a little black dress, to […]

Welcome Monday

We are having one of those summers you just don’t want to end. Another beautiful weather weekend – open windows, breezes, cool at night, near bliss. Saturday was spent in the city, walking up Michigan Avenue (with a sweater!), peeking in a few stores here and there. (My mistake? Going into Barney’s and finding the […]

Get out the soapbox

What do you wear when you fear looking like mutton dressed as lamb? And when does mutton-hood start: 40? 45? 50+? Cathy Horyn writes about this dilemma in today’s NYTimes Style section. Older, Better, but Harder to Dress indeed. I stilck to a uniform of sorts: lots of tees, cardigans, and cute skirts or jeans. […]