Fine Dining Every Day!

Fine Dining Every Day!

I work in a high school…granted, it is a private high school and is a Mercedes compared to most public educational facilities, but, nevertheless, it’s a high school. Not the most glamorous work environment.  On top of that, I have an inside room…no windows.  I have taught in this room day after day for over…

Toppers, Cardigans for All Print Fun!

Toppers, Cardigans for All Print Fun!

Yes, Gigi’s new outfit from Chico’s is the tops!  She received the total look as a Christmas present from her daughter and the colors are …well….just perfectly artistic, Gigi!  Toppers and cardigans are great ways to add pizazz to a neutral based wardrobe.  All the work is done by the one garment.  Gigi’s can go with…

Go Ahead…Try It On!

Go Ahead…Try It On!

We really should not be surprised that when it comes to our appearance, the majority of us tend to think more negatively than positively.  Our owner’s manual should come with a warning about emotions.  Something like this: PLEASE BE AWARE….This woman comes with insecurities and unexplained tears due to bad hair days, bad complexion days,…

Spring’s Horizon

Spring’s Horizon

Lafayette 148 New York Good morning, everyone!  In reading through some emails, here are just a few looks I really like for spring.  Just might give you some inspiration! See you later today for Visible Monday!! Carmen Marc Valvo at Neiman Marcus Misook at Neiman Marcus Johnny Was at Neiman Marcus I will find a…

I AM WOMAN!

I AM WOMAN!

When you feel the need to whine about all that is going on around you, just remember, we are women…wired differently…able to multi-task by birthright…unfortunate for men, the poor dears, they just are not designed to handle doing several different jobs all at once!  (OK, be gentle in the comments) My life as a peaceful…

Pencil Skirt Power and Skirt Winner!

Pencil Skirt Power and Skirt Winner!

You.Are.Amazing. As. you. are. Stronger than you know. More beautiful than you think. Worthier than you believe. More loved than you can ever imagine. Passionate about making a difference. Fiery when protecting those you love. Learning. Growing. Not alone. Warm. Giving. Generous. Quirky. Sexy. Funny. Smart. Flawed. Whole. Scared. Brave. And so, so, so.much.more. Be…

Feeling Leopard Inside and Out!

Feeling Leopard Inside and Out!

Yesterday I wrote about self-confidence and smiling…important pieces of our personal style. Some of you left such sweet and encouraging comments…thank you so much.   One reader said to me, “I guess I could be more confident, if I would just stop listening to those voices in my head which tear me down!” Controlling internal…

Fashion Foundations: Self-Confidence and Smiles

Fashion Foundations: Self-Confidence and Smiles

“All you really need is loads of self- confidence…and a smile.”   Ines de la Fressange I love this quote from Ines because I believe it to be so true.  Really, you can wear and pull off just about anything with self-confidence and a smile.  During my 40s, my self- esteem was in the gutter. I…