Zelda Kaplan: Lessons in Visibility

Zelda Kaplan: Lessons in Visibility

Zelda Kaplan taken by Ari Seth Cohen I did not know Zelda Kaplan.    But I wish I had. I have read several eulogies of Zelda in the past few days and it’s not the fact that she is the ultimate New Yorker, an incredible style icon, very funny, with overboard energy in her 90s that captures…

Spring Transitions: Now or Later?

Spring Transitions: Now or Later?

“Spring is nature’s way of saying, LET’S PARTY!” -Robin Williams Having flowers around my classroom this week and warmer weather outside, put me in a little bit of a spring mood! Though normally I want the cold to stay around as long as possible, I began to long for the colors of spring as I…

Blue on Blue: From Clothing to Grammys

Blue on Blue: From Clothing to Grammys

Necklace: Chicos Ring: Stein Mart Remember the Bobby Vinton song…Blue on Blue, Heartache on Heartache?? I thought of it today when I put this outfit together. Now, it’s in my head…can’t get it out! But, speaking of music, did anyone else feel old during the Grammys this past Sunday?? I haven’t watched any awards ceremonies…

Long Jacket Love and A New Contest!!

Long Jacket Love and A New Contest!!

AHHH, Mr. B sent beautiful yellow roses for Valentine’s! Gigi and I both showed up on Valentine’s Day in our fun long jackets!! I have worn this Chico’s jacket several times on the blog…there is a bit of padding in the shoulder so it is a little more exaggerated than I like. But, my favorite…

EBEW Valentine’s: Pink, Red, Blessings, Winner!!

EBEW Valentine’s: Pink, Red, Blessings, Winner!!

“You must love yourself before you love another. By accepting yourself and fully being what you are, your simple presence can make others happy.” Happy Valentine’s Day, all!  I can remember hating this day when I was a school girl…all the “pretty” girls got flowers, candy, attention and I usually walked away with nothing but…

Joanna Coles: New Visible Icon

Joanna Coles: New Visible Icon

Lately, every time I see Joanna Coles, editor-in-chief of Marie Claire, I am drawn to what she is wearing. Coles portrays a strong, minimal, creative, chic look which I have been aspiring to for the past eighteen months. Most recently, she has been the “Tim-Gunn-figure” for Project Runway All Stars, and she always enters the…

Has the Economy Killed Romance?

Has the Economy Killed Romance?

Four women sitting around a lunch table recently and in the middle of a conversation about what our adult children are up to, one said, “I told my husband no flowers for Valentine’s Day or candy….I just want a gift card for shopping.” “Me too,” said another, “Flowers die so quickly…I want something that lasts….

Goodwill Saturday and The Colors of Fall 2012: Gotta Smile!

Goodwill Saturday and The Colors of Fall 2012: Gotta Smile!

Black long sleeved T from The GAP $1.99 at Goodwill!! Looking for something to do today? Why not make it a Goodwill (or your favorite thrift store) Saturday? Treasure hunting can be such a fun way to spend a little free time; however, be careful not to buy just to buy. You want to make…