Style
In Fall Our Thoughts Turn To Corduroy
I’ve been dreaming of corduroy. Of course, we’re in the middle of California’s real summer, the one we keep secret from the world. Temperatures are
September 22, 2011
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How Dress Appropriately For A Daytime Event
One of our regular readers, DocP, suggested in passing that I might discuss the difference between daywear and eveningwear. Specifically, if one is invited to
September 19, 2011
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Style
In Which I Give Away My [Empty] Wallet
In honor of my guest stint at Corporette, where women earn a living, save that living via intelligent wardrobe purchases, all in order to create
September 15, 2011
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Style
Dressing Well Without Chanel; When Quiet Gets A Little Louder
Some of us are wary of color. We have closets like this. Some of us prefer classic clothing. We own 5 pairs of the exact
September 7, 2011
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Dressing Quietly In A High-Resolution World
Confession. Last week, when I put up the photos of khaki and white outfits, before I pressed “Publish,” I thought to myself, “That is not
August 29, 2011
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Fierce at 50
In Fall A Woman’s Thoughts Turn To Leather
All right. I concede to the seasons. In the midst of summer travels and tomatoes, I felt autumn in the air. First on the East
August 22, 2011
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Style
“Barking Dogs” For Happy Sturdy Feet
Sturdy Gals require comfort. Queen Elizabeth, the original Grande Dame-Sturdy Gal cross, never wears a heel over 2 inches. Those same British royals inspired the
July 28, 2011
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Style
Why Are Some Clothing Items So Universally Reviled?
Have you ever wondered why certain items of clothing become fashion pariahs? In particular, I am quite concerned about the fate of Crocs and Scrunchies.
July 27, 2011
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Interesting brands
Dressing Well Without Chanel; Missive 1
Around here, the crusade to dress with relaxed elegance continues with some success. I finally found suitable khakis. Over the last year I had bought
July 25, 2011
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LPC is at Trust Your Style
Today I am at Trust Your Style for Mary Jo Matsumoto’s Eye on Style feature. You all know Mary Jo from her refined couture line,
July 22, 2011
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9 Ways Not To Look Like A Slob Even If You Don’t Dress For The Office These Days
We’ve addressed workwear on Privilege, several times. We’ve explored festive occasions that require little black dresses, or designer confections. But some of us require a
July 20, 2011
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4 Rules For The Worst Dress Code Known To Womankind
What to wear when the dictate is “business casual?”
July 11, 2011
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