With the approach of colder days, shorter nights, and the holiday season, style a pretty velvet top for instant style. The fabric is both warm and sumptuous and reminiscent of holidays past. Who among us hasn’t styled velvet at the holidays? This description from a Masterclass article sums it up nicely: The term “velvety” means…
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How To Style A Cable Fair Isle Sweater
The cable fair isle sweater is one that never goes out of style. True, it’s definitely a “winter” sweater though it doesn’t have to be a heavy woolen fabric. As the name implies, these sweaters have a geographic context. Here is how good ol’ Wikipedia describes them: Fair Isle (/fɛəraɪ̯l/) is a traditional knitting technique…
Happy Thanksgiving 🦃
For all of my friends here in the US, I wish you the many joys of Thanksgiving today! Despite this truly “unprecedented” year, we do have much to be thankful for. (I know that word is overused, but how else to describe 2020?!) For me, there are many things. First off, I am so thankful…
Two Pieces Three Ways: Trousers and Turtleneck
Today I’m sharing a basic trousers and turtleneck look and showing how easy it is to style these simple brown pieces. Half the fun of styling your wardrobe is mixing and matching pieces you already have. When I shop, I always think, “What else can I wear with this?” It recently occurred to me that…
Comfort and Style in a Tunic Top
The tunic top has become a staple in every fashionable lady’s closet. It wasn’t always that way. Once considered an “older woman’s” attire, tunics are worn by every age group. And why not? They are both comfortable and stylish! I know we all have a pretty good idea where the term “tunic” comes from, but…
Amazing Outerwear: The Packable Down Coat
Even in Southern California, it can get pretty cold at this time of year. Especially in the early morning and evenings. So I’ve found the perfect outerwear–this packable down coat. I’ve long been a fan of these puffy-style coats and they just keep getting better and better. I still have a black maxi down coat…
Holiday Style: Style A Flirty Jacquard Skirt
Tired of athleisure and sweats? Does your holiday style need a bit of perking up? A great way to do that is with this flirty jacquard skirt. Have you found yourself a bit more interested in decorating for the holidays this year? That seems a common theme. Most of us will be sticking close to…
Shimmer Sweater Outfit for the Holidays
Staying home to celebrate the holidays this year doesn’t mean having to sacrifice style. You can still look festive, as in this shimmer sweater outfit. Just adding a piece with a little shimmer can take a basic skirt and pants outfit to a whole new level of style. And rich color can make all the…
Casual Holidays: Leopard Print Joggers and Sweatshirt
With our current at-home lifestyle, we’re all dressing in a more casual comfy style. Like this adorable leopard print joggers and sweatshirt look. While athleisure pieces are often our outfits of choice, so too are joggers and sweatshirts in soft, cozy fabrics. And when leopard print enters into the mix, who can resist? Love leopard?…
Casual Thanksgiving Outfit Inspo And Link Up!
Happy November, all! Can anybody explain why the first three-quarters of 2020 were super S.L.O.W. and time is now flying by? Must be the holiday inertia, right? So it’s time to plan ahead. First up: How to style a casual Thanksgiving outfit. I’m thrilled to be co-hosting Ada’s weekly Link Party this week. Her blog,…