From my polls on Instagram, many of you stated that you don't get that dressed up anymore for the holidays. So let's chat about making your everyday outfits more Holiday friendly. How to Make any Outfit Holiday Ready? Add rhinestones! Today I am joining my pals Sarah and Kim for our monthly Signature Style Series. It was a dreary rainy day for photographs so some are a little hazy! Here I am wearing an inexpensive tulle skirt with a Talbots shirt and combat boots. Of course, you ...
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Christmas Trees, Tours and Shops you Will Love?
Happy Holidays! Let's chat about Christmas Trees, Tours and Shops you Will Love. As always, I am joining my pals Mary Ann and Annie for our Sunday faves. Grab a cup of coffee and let's chat. MY CHRISTMAS TREE-HEIRLOOM ORNAMENTS We tossed our Christmas tree that we had for many years when we left our Chualar home. I searched and searched for a "lifelike" tree that was tall enough for our new great room. I finally landed on this (now on sale) tree from Terrain. It was very reasonable and ...
Seafood Chowder, Seasonal Decor, Sandra Sallin and More
I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We sure did. Let's join Mary Ann and Annie, and talk about Seafood Chowder, Seasonal Decor, Sandra Sallin, and More. NINE AND SIXTEEN ON INSTAGRAM One of my favorite Instagram accounts Nine and Sixteen by Tricia Foley really shines at Christmas. I love Tricia's charming traditional holiday decor. OUTFIT OF THE WEEK This darling shirt from Free People would be great with this Anthropologie Tulle skirt or just as fun with jeans for a ...
How to Style One Dress Eight Ways
I am joining my pal Jennifer from a Well Styled Life for our Monthly Over 50 Style Edit. Let's chat about how to style one dress eight ways. I ordered this fabulous Vince 3/4 sleeve Dress. I chose this dress because the reviews were great and I loved the cut. I was not disappointed. One reviewer commented that she pulled it out of the box and said this is going back until she tried it on. I completely agree. I am in love with this dress and it could easily be a season spanner. I am ...
GIVE MORE SAVE MORE AND EAT WELL
Would you like to give more, save more, and eat well? How about Annie in BHG and some wisdom from Designer Carla Aston as well? It's Sunday so I am visiting my pals Mary Ann and Annie and we are sharing our favorites. GIVE MORE SAVE MORE AND EAT WELL OUTFIT OF THE WEEK-FEATURING FEED I am starting off with the Outfit of the Week because I found a few items I think you will love. FYI both the jeans and the sweater also come in extended sizes. I am keeping it simple because I think you ...
How to Style the Quilted Look after 50
This trend started a couple of years ago, but I am loving it more than ever now. What used to be relegated to jackets and vests has gone mainstream. Let's take a look at How to Style the Quilted Look after 50. Clearly, I have been loving this trend for several years. I am anxious to hear what you think about it. Interstingly, I tried to find some street styles of "women our age" in the look. I came up with none, other than pictures of the queen and the royals wearing the typical versions ...
A Chic Restaurant, a Festive Outfit you Will Love, and More
I hope you are having a great weekend. Let's visit A Chic Restaurant, a Festive Outfit you Will Love, and More. I am joining my pals Mary Ann and Annie for our usual Sunday fun. NEW YORK TIMES ROASTED CAULIFLOWER SOUP I am a huge fan of roasted vegetable soups, I usually roast any veggies I have on hand with onions, garlic, and herbs and puree them. This roasted cauliflower soup from the NY Times sounds slightly more interesting and I can't wait to try it. OUTFIT OF THE ...
Easy Tips to Create a Collected Look in your Wardrobe
Those of you that have been following me for a while know that I favor a collected look in both my home and my personal style. Let's join Kim from Northern California Style and Sarah from Sarah London Style for our monthly Signature Style Series and chat about some easy tips to create a collected look in your wardrobe. A Collected look has personality, interest, and history. Collecting and gathering items from your travels, flea markets, art galleries, small boutiques, and resale stores ...
A Charming Store, a Cozy Outfit and Comfort Food you Will Love
I hope you had a great week. It was a busy one here. Let's take a look at a charming store, a cozy outfit, and comfort food you will love. ATRIUM MERCANTILE IN ATASCADERO If you are visiting the Paso area and love vintage and one-of-a-kind home and garden items Atrium Mercantile is a must-visit. I get into trouble nearly every time I stop in. It is owned by the charming Nick and Rose Ellen Bianchine and is located at 5900 El Camino Real. You can follow them on Instagram ...
