The scene: A ladies who lunch affair at a chic restaurant or at the club to celebrate you best friend’s birthday
The look: A bourgeoisie combination of a frilly Milly top and white pencil skirt finished with prim and proper accoutrement (Click on pictures for more information)
The scene: A summer afternoon spent listening to great music and eating great food
The look: Stay cool while looking great in this edgy sundress from No. 6. Keep the accessories pared down but add a splash of color at the ear (Click on pictures for more information)
The scene: A hot, lazy Sunday afternoon–best to stay out of the kitchen and enjoy a cool, dark movie theater
The look: Put together a grown-up version of a T-shirt, jeans and flip flops…a gray heather draped knit top, white cropped jeans, suede thongs and funky jewelry (Click on pictures for more information)
The scene: A last minute dinner at an outdoor bistro on a steamy summer’s night
The look: You’ll be out the door in 10 minutes flat–throw on a cool, chic black knit dress and some sandals, then make it distinctive by filling the neckline with turquoise and adding a gold cuff (Click on pictures for more [...]
The scene: A backyard barbecue or cocktail party on a hot summer’s evening
The look: Be happy in this bright Nanette Lepore dress, add pretty low heeled sandals and simple jewelry (Click on pictures for more information)
The question: Can a woman of a certain age wear the fresh, new full skirt silhouette without looking like she shopped in the Junior’s Department?
The answer: Yes, with a few caveats…
the skirt has to be the right length, not too short, not too long, this just above the knee length is a good choice
the skirt [...]
The scene: An afternoon outdoor summer wedding
The look: Erin Fetherston designed the perfect summer wedding dress–sophisticated, ladylike and floaty–add delicate silver accessories to complete the look (Click on pictures for more information)
The scene: A hot summer day and cool comfort is utmost, but you don’t like wearing shorts
The look: Light weight pants and a breezy sleeveless top are a cool alternative to shorts. Pair J. Crew elastic waist pants with a cool Rag & Bone tank (wear a white knit tank underneath for coverage and depth), [...]
The scene: A cocktail party in the city…or at the club…or…at a fundraising event
The look: Another beautiful dress from Ann Taylor…pair this elegant, classic dress with an updated strappy black sandal. Now is the time to pile on the accessories, topping the look off with a conversation starting Ed Hardy bag (Click on pictures for [...]
The scene: A hot summer night and you have a hot date
The look: His eyes will be on you in this lovely Ann Taylor silk dress and the tough but feminine Cole Haan sandal will make your legs look a mile long. Keep the accessories simple, and let you shine through (Click on pictures for more information)
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