A style blog based on a fifty-something Baby Boomer doing her best to age gracefully.
Without a doubt, we all agree COVID-19 disrupted our everyday living starting in March 2020. Here we are in mid-2022, and my question is, are we back to a sense of normalcy? I believe we all experienced changes in our personal lives, primarily how we work, travel, shop, and play.
Who doesn’t want a quick way to elevate your summer style? Accessories, especially jewelry, make excellent accent pieces that can help make a statement. Have you discovered Marica Moran’s boutique jewelry collection? The new algorithm for Instagram was scrolling through endless products and services and recommended posts to follow. Thanks to my association with Uncommon […]
Today I’m featuring throwback vibes. I’m giving life to a secondhand Zara jean jacket by pairing it with a trendy, vibrant pants color. Typically social media posts about Throwbacks involve the hashtag #throwbackthursday with older photos of oneself. However, my focus is on an iconic core item, a classic jean jacket.
I’m linking up with six other midlife-style bloggers to share our spring-summer fashion inspirations in today’s post. My current obsession is vibrant hues, specifically mixing the bold colors. Remember the Golden Rules of Fashion? A guide to antiquated style rules. God forbid you committed a faux pas.
The cherry blossoms say it’s springtime, with the most breathtaking blooms. The white and pink flowers signify spring’s rebirth and rejuvenation. But I don’t have to tell you that we all experience this yearly phenomenon when the spring equinox occurs. The cherry blossoms are a welcome celebration after the long dark winter months.
As you may recall, I pledged to shop my closet more, buy better, and buy less. Here’s the March episode of reducing my carbon footprint in keeping with that commitment. I don’t always follow the latest trends for someone who studied textiles and has a passion for fashion. My style is classic, traditional, and a […]
The Philly Flower Show Returns to FDR Park in Philly on Saturday, June 11-19. It’s the second year as an outdoor venue. The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society hosts the event. No more teasing of warmer temperatures and additional sunlight; spring is here. On March 20, 2022, the vernal equinox arrived at 11:33 a.m. I’m ready to […]
Today, March 8, is IWD, but Uncommon Threads Boutique champions women every day. What is IWD? International Women’s Day, the global time devoted annually on March 8 to commemorate women’s cultural, political, and socio-economic achievements.
We all know real estate, stocks and bonds help to improve one’s net worth. But did you ever consider the iconic Hermès luxury as an investment in your portfolio?
Today Friday, February 11, I’m participating in a virtual Galentine celebration for Uncommon Threads Boutique. Why? “It’s a day for celebrating, ladies.” Valentine’s Day is not just for couples but gal pals looking to celebrate one another, hence Galentine’s Day. The unofficial Galentine Day started from a 2014 episode from the former Park & Recreation […]