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Oh, My Docs!

Oh, I know Docs aren’t for everyone, but before you rule them out completely, stop…and think…are you someone who wears engineer style boots a la Stuart Weitzman or Cole Haan or Ugg? Well, if you say “Yes” to any of the above or styles similar to them, then reconsider the Doc Martens.  They are comfortable,… Continue reading Oh, My Docs!

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Gearing Up For Winter Travel

No sooner do I hit my stride in navigating summer, then BOOM! it’s time to get ready for winter.  I know, winter is still in the distance, but it’s getting closer and closer.  And if you plan on traveling this winter, now is a good time to assess your needs.  For most of you, this… Continue reading Gearing Up For Winter Travel

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Changing Up a Look From the Bottom Up.

There are some years when it feels that major shifts in fashion keep coming at us fast and furiously, and then we have the lull periods.  Periods when, with each seasonal change, the basic silhouettes remain fairly constant.  The boyfriend blazer remains one of these items, happily.  As has the pencil skirt.  But we are… Continue reading Changing Up a Look From the Bottom Up.

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, Summer 2016…Eileen Fisher and Lafayette 148 Again!

Okay, I admit it.  I do look forward to Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale.  In past years it’s been a good opportunity for me to get the coming season’s items at a discount without waiting till the holiday sales.  I like to use Nordstrom to bolster my steady, tried and true pieces, you know, the bits that… Continue reading Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, Summer 2016…Eileen Fisher and Lafayette 148 Again!

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Hillary Clinton: Wearing the Pants Doesn’t Need to be Taken Literally

It’s over and the Democrats have done it! U.S. history has been made with naming Hillary Clinton as the first woman to lead a major political party. She fought hard, there was much controversy, but she prevailed.  And now it’s time to discuss a topic that’s been our minds for quite a while….her clothes! But… Continue reading Hillary Clinton: Wearing the Pants Doesn’t Need to be Taken Literally

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Stylishly Waterproof

I’m trying to understand my obsession with good looking, comfortable shoes that keep your feet dry on wet, rainy days.  I sit here in, in July, Southern California, in the middle of a drought, and rather than contain my thoughts to practical sandals, I find I can’t get enough of these cool weather shoes.  Any… Continue reading Stylishly Waterproof

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Summertime Travel Shoes: All Day Comfort

Summer time travel can be hot! And if your travel plans will have you on your feet and walking and walking for a good portion of the day then you want a shoe that can get you where you’re going without a second thought.  Sandals are generally a good option, and there are loads of… Continue reading Summertime Travel Shoes: All Day Comfort