While strolling on Main St. at the last summer Block Party in Gloucester at the end of September, I spied a pair of gorgeous booties in the window of Mark Adrian Shoes. They were a combination of smooth matte black leather on the foot, appliqued charcoal grey leather on the instep and ankle, and patent …
Crocheted Vintage Look Infinity Scarf
I learned how to crochet when I was 17 at camp. I crocheted from time to time in college, and then pretty much stopped for more than 20 years. A few years ago, I took it up again. I’ve been making hats, ponchos, shawls, scarves, and even a couple of sweaters. Crocheting takes a lot …
Victoria Emerson Wrap Bracelet: Great Affordable Holiday Gift
I have too much jewelry…said no woman ever. I pretty much always quickly eyeball the Groupon and Living Social deals sitting in my inbox. Most of the time, I pass on the offers. But I think it was Living Social that had a 20% off coupon, so I looked a little more carefully. I noticed …
Future Beauty: Avant-Garde Japanese Fashion Peabody Essex Museum
Two weeks ago, Jeff and I went to see the Maritime Impressionism show at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem MA. It was a terrific show of marine paintings and works on paper by Monet, Caillebotte, Sisley, Signac, and others, that were mostly from private collections and smaller museums. Wonderful to see works that I’ve …
Radiant Orchid: Pantone Color of 2014
Last week, Pantone, the color experts, introduced the Color of 2014, Radiant Orchid — a mixture of pink, raspberry, purple, plum, and fuschia. (At least that’s what I think it’s a mixture of.) Radiant Orchid is quite different from the trend of the last couple of years – emerald, tangerine — because it’s softer. I …
GIVEAWAY: $50 Gift Certificate to Midnight Velvet and My New Floral Satin Pumps
I’m sure most of you in the U.S. and perhaps in Canada and other parts of the world, may have heard that we’re having a heck of a winter. In fact, we’re expecting another storm tomorrow. It’s March for heaven’s sake. Give it up, ole’ man winter! Move along! Midnight Velvet to the rescue! Yesterday, …
Beauty Blog Coalition Weekly Roundup, 4 March 2014
Hi again, hope you enjoying a little respite from the cold! So nice here in New England not to have to wear the heaviest of winter coats for a change 🙂 Hope you take a look at this past week’s posts from the Beauty Blog Coalition, if you have a chance. My post is toward …
Do You Shoplately?
About a month ago, I had the opportunity to try Shoplately.com, a very cool and affordable shopping site. Shoplately is a site for “shops” that sell clothing, accessories, shoes and boots, jewelry, and makeup, mostly manufactured items but some handmade as well. The price points range widely, but I was amazed at how much …
Peach & Green Spring Fantasy
Some might call this “ode to the Miami Dolphins”, but I love peach and mint green or aqua. They’re good redhead colors. And after a long winter, I love flowers especially on a rainy, windy, blustery day like today. I am so ready to wear spring clothes, but it’s not quite spring yet here in …
Giveaway Winner and Never Say Die Fashion
First things first. The Giveaway for the em Cosmetics Tokyo Plums Shadow Play Palette has come to an end, and the winner is Pauline G. Pauline, please email me by Friday night with your mailing address. If not, another name will be selected. Also, on Friday, a new and different giveaway will begin. So stay tuned! …
Giveaway Winner & Vince Camuto “Effel” Summer Sandals
First things first. Congratulations to Becki, aka Rebecca Q, who is the winner of the Makeup Goody Bag Giveaway! Yipee! She was randomly chosen by the Rafflecopter widget. Becki, please respond to my email by Thursday evening with your mailing address so I can mail you your gift. Thank you so much to all who …
LOTD: Orange, My Go-To Summer Shade
Orange is really hot this summer. As a redhead, I can definitely wear orange. And coral is one of my all-time favorite shades. Since we’re into the heart of summer now, and some bloggers are already showing looks for fall, I figured I’d better get going and do a look-of-the-day featuring orange. While I was in …
My Crocheted Hat & Infinity Scarf
For a change of pace, I thought I’d share a DIY or craft post. I love to crochet, and from time to time, I like to show you what I’ve been working on. Today, I’ve got one of the hats and infinity scarves that I crocheted earlier in the season. I’m pleased with how they …
Kushyfoot Legwear & Ballet Flats: Cushy, Comfy, Warm
I love to visit my close friends, Fintan and William, in their adorable ranch house. They bought it a little over a year ago, and they renovated the whole house. They put down beautiful new wood floors throughout. William who is from China grew up removing his shoes when he came home, and with his …
Get Ready for Prom & Wedding Season with Victoria’s Dress
Have you ever had a dress that you saw somewhere get stuck in your mind? Even though you don’t have an occasion to wear it, you want it anyway! When I was in seventh grade, I went to a party where I saw a girl wearing a dress that truly spoke to me. It was …