A style blog based on a fifty-something Baby Boomer doing her best to age gracefully.
Here are all of my posts featuring my personal outfits and looks, plus style tips, and iconic women to inspire women over the age of 50 to be their most stylish self.
Because of COVID-19, I’ve limited my travel. This time last year, I was in Portugal. Nevertheless, My daughter Channing received an appointment invitation from the CFDA, including a plus one. To do what? She and I viewed the PVH Archives with acclaimed menswear designer Jeffrey Banks. There was much to unpack from this exciting outing, starting […]
1932 Chanel turned an undesirable costume jewelry trend into a fashion classic. We all remember the iconic photo of Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Even the First Ladies of the United States wore them. What did they wear? Pearl jewelry. Is anyone noticing the cool-girl resurgence of this iconic accessory?
I accepted the invitation to join in on the fun today for a collected look in fashion. The theme is accessories, and I’m answering the question: Can an Itty Bitty bag be functional? Or is it just a chic accessory? I am teaming up with California bloggers Cindy Hattersley, Rough Luxe Lifestyle, and Jennifer Connolly, […]
Since 2000, the Pantone Color Institute has declared a particular color the “Color of the Year.” Back in 2009, the global authority selected the cheery mimosa color during a time of economic uncertainty. Today, the Magnificent eight is not waiting for another decade to acknowledge this hue. So check out the bevy of beauties rocking […]
Diahann Carroll didn’t reach her 85th birthday yesterday. Why? Because of complications from breast cancer. Nevertheless, under watchful eyes, Ms. Carroll started to blossom when she modeled for the Ebony Fashion Fair at 15 in 1950. The television pioneer had many firsts in her 69 years in the entertainment industry. Today, I remember glamorous diva […]
In last week’s post, I shared that Essence Magazine celebrates 50 years of beauty, fashion, and culture for African American women. Through further exploring, I learned about the numerous publications for black women before Essence Magazine in 1974. Who knew I was scratching the surface when researching how mainstream magazines don’t portray Black women?
As a teenager growing up in Philadelphia, I remember relishing the issues of Ebony and Jet magazines. But how about launching the first monthly magazine explicitly targeting African American women in May 1970? Imagine the impact of five decades of Black beauty at Essence Magazine. Essence Magazine debuted in May 1970 and is now the […]
Without Pat Cleveland, there would be no Iman, Naomi, or Tyra. Earlier this week, the black fashion icon Pat celebrated a milestone. Let’s all say happy birthday to the original ’70s superstar, Pat Cleveland. Her modeling career began by accident in 1967, and she was one of the first black models to achieve recognition on […]
I would be remiss if I didn’t commend the beauty and fashion industries for rethinking their manufacturing capabilities for the Coronavirus pandemic. Why? because of personal protection equipment shortages. But did you know Christian Siriano Put Fashion on the Frontline by heeding Governor Cuomo’s plea for much-needed medical masks and gowns for healthcare heroes? How […]
What glittering extravaganza is missing this first Monday in May in New York City? Because of the Coronavirus pandemic, there is no Met Gala today. Me, I’m celebrating with my sheltering-at-home pajamas. Also, I thought now would be a great time to explore the history of the awards ceremony red carpet. Where did this tradition […]