How was your weekend? Are things warming up where you live? It has certainly been a crazy spring weather-wise. Living by the coast is predictable in terms of temperature but a beautiful sunny afternoon can quickly turn into coastal fog. So, what to wear that will take you from sunny to cool? How about a…
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Two ways to style a Wrap Top
Wrap dresses were first introduced by Diane von Furstenberg in the 1970’s. They were an instant success due to their feminine style and flattering shape. Often made of a floral fabric, they were easy to wear, pack and style. Well, that style has made a big comeback this season, and not only in dresses! You…
Blush tie front blouse with white jeans
In my last post, I wrote about the versatility of white jeans. They are perfect for spring and summer, and even in the fall and winter! It all depends on how you style them. White jeans and a tee in the summer, and white jeans with boots and a sweater in the winter–either way, it’s…
White jeans are perfect for spring and summer
White jeans are one of the most versatile pants to have in your wardrobe. They have become a wardrobe staple, as they can be styled and stylish year-round! The best thing of all? They can be paired with almost anything. Pastels, vibrant colors, prints, plaids, solids–just about anything goes! You just have to tie in…
Three ways to style a halter top
How do you make the most of what you have in your closet? Have you found yourself separating your casual clothes from your work or “dressier” clothes? There really is no need to do that for everything in your wardrobe. Much of what you already have can be easily repurposed to make lots of cute…
Styling a perforated cardigan with my BFF at Casa Romantica
Have you spent time with your BFF lately? Is she one of those people you just connected with and have remained friends, regardless of how often you are together? A true friend is a rare gift indeed. I was fortunate to spend time with my BFF this past week. We have been friends since junior…
How to summarize a basic sheath dress
Do you have a basic sheath dress as part of your work wardrobe? This essential dress can be the workhorse of your workwear. I must have four or five of these in my closet! They are very versatile and can be paired with a blazer or sweater and kitten heels for work, with blingy jewelry…
Styling a yellow raincoat for April Showers
It looks like Spring is finally here! And here were are already in April, when April showers bring May flowers. Ever wonder where this saying came from? My guess was a Hallmark card! Lol! It turns out it dates back as far as 1557 where a man by the name of Thomas Tusser compiled a…
The Reversible Skirt: a Travel Essential
Are you as ready for some nice warm weather as much as I am? This is that time of year that I start dreaming of a vacation to a warm tropical location and I’ll bet you do, too! So the question is always, what to pack. One of the most versatile packing pieces I’ve found…
How to Style a basic T-shirt dress
As I write this post on Easter Sunday Eve, I am struck once again at how fast time is moving! I hope you had a nice holiday and/or weekend. Did any of you get a new dress or outfit for Easter? That was such a ritual when I was young. A new dress in a pretty…
