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A peek inside my closet
With Marie Kondo inspiring people world-wide, many are tackling their “tidying” tasks. And while getting rid of things that don’t spark joy is a good thing, what to do with the ones that do? There have been many closet organization articles – nay, books – written on the subject. Over the years I ...
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With Marie Kondo inspiring people world-wide, many are tackling their “tidying” tasks. And while getting rid of things that don’t spark joy is a good thing, what to do with the ones that do? There have been many closet organization articles – nay, books – written on the subject. Over the years I ...
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Nordstrom Rack arrives in Edmonton
Hurray for Nordstrom Rack! The Edmonton store opens this week, and it’s everything we could hope for. For the record, THIS is what an off-price store should be. A great collection of topline designer fashion, and lesser known brands, all at steep discounts. Nordstrom is already my favourite depar...
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Hurray for Nordstrom Rack! The Edmonton store opens this week, and it’s everything we could hope for. For the record, THIS is what an off-price store should be. A great collection of topline designer fashion, and lesser known brands, all at steep discounts. Nordstrom is already my favourite depar...
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The French Girl Style Myth
The world is fascinated by French girl style. After all, who could possibly be more chic? I, myself, have read many books and articles proclaiming to decode French girl style. Why is it so mysterious and perfect at the same time? It wasn’t until I was actually in Paris a couple of years ago that....
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The world is fascinated by French girl style. After all, who could possibly be more chic? I, myself, have read many books and articles proclaiming to decode French girl style. Why is it so mysterious and perfect at the same time? It wasn’t until I was actually in Paris a couple of years ago that....
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5 things to do today
Loyal readers will have noticed it’s been a while since my last post. I took some personal time to deal with a hectic schedule and some health issues. But I’m back and ready to talk about style for mature women. I was recently asked about things that women can do to refresh their style. It’s...Co...
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Loyal readers will have noticed it’s been a while since my last post. I took some personal time to deal with a hectic schedule and some health issues. But I’m back and ready to talk about style for mature women. I was recently asked about things that women can do to refresh their style. It’s...Co...
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Discover your style
Learn the basics of style, shape and colour that work best for you. Stop wandering the mall aimlessly and buying clothes that don’t work for you! Learn how to invest in classics and have fun with of-the-minute trends. This is a foundational course that will help you edit your wardrobe, give you m...
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Learn the basics of style, shape and colour that work best for you. Stop wandering the mall aimlessly and buying clothes that don’t work for you! Learn how to invest in classics and have fun with of-the-minute trends. This is a foundational course that will help you edit your wardrobe, give you m...
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Stylish fashion for mature women
I recently came upon The Bias Cut an online store based in the UK that features stylish fashion for mature women that’s neither frumpy nor mumsy. The accessibly-priced clothes are cut to fit a woman’s body and range in sizes from UK 8-16 (US 2-12) in most pieces, although some go to U...
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I recently came upon The Bias Cut an online store based in the UK that features stylish fashion for mature women that’s neither frumpy nor mumsy. The accessibly-priced clothes are cut to fit a woman’s body and range in sizes from UK 8-16 (US 2-12) in most pieces, although some go to U...
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Where’s the style in fashion?
I don’t know about you, but I’m not a fan of the street style trend. It works for a comparatively small demographic, yet is pervasive. Isn’t its 15 minutes of fame up yet?! Ripped jeans, graphic t-shirts, ballcaps… fine for a weekend hanging out but not for virtually any o...
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I don’t know about you, but I’m not a fan of the street style trend. It works for a comparatively small demographic, yet is pervasive. Isn’t its 15 minutes of fame up yet?! Ripped jeans, graphic t-shirts, ballcaps… fine for a weekend hanging out but not for virtually any o...
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Saks in Canada
One of the great experiences of my life was my first visit to the Saks Fifth Avenue flagship in New York City. The historic building, the gleaming showrooms on each floor filled with the most luxurious brands in the world, and the mind-blowing shoe department that has its own zip code… heav...
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One of the great experiences of my life was my first visit to the Saks Fifth Avenue flagship in New York City. The historic building, the gleaming showrooms on each floor filled with the most luxurious brands in the world, and the mind-blowing shoe department that has its own zip code… heav...
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Why I love Paige denim
Next to swimsuits, shopping for jeans is the ultimate torture test. Ugh. What should be our go-to casual pant becomes our worst shopping nightmare. Nothing fits. Denim is too heavy. Bags at the waist, pinches at the hip – or vice versa. Well, fear no more, gentle readers. Last year I discovered P...
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Next to swimsuits, shopping for jeans is the ultimate torture test. Ugh. What should be our go-to casual pant becomes our worst shopping nightmare. Nothing fits. Denim is too heavy. Bags at the waist, pinches at the hip – or vice versa. Well, fear no more, gentle readers. Last year I discovered P...
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Dress up!
With all the talk about Prince Harry’s and Meghan Markle’s upcoming wedding, we’re seeing images from other royal weddings and lots of photos of events that Kate, and now Meghan, are attending. What I love about British society is that people know how to dress for the occasion. You’ll never see s...
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With all the talk about Prince Harry’s and Meghan Markle’s upcoming wedding, we’re seeing images from other royal weddings and lots of photos of events that Kate, and now Meghan, are attending. What I love about British society is that people know how to dress for the occasion. You’ll never see s...
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Keyboards: the new cloaking devices?
One-third of women fear loneliness more than a cancer diagnosis, says a recent Forbes article. This doesn’t surprise me. Allow me to divert from my usual blog about style… because I think this is an important topic, not only for women, but also for society as a whole. Is our dependenc...
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One-third of women fear loneliness more than a cancer diagnosis, says a recent Forbes article. This doesn’t surprise me. Allow me to divert from my usual blog about style… because I think this is an important topic, not only for women, but also for society as a whole. Is our dependenc...
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New Year’s Style Resolutions
Resolution: (rez-so-lu-shun) n. You got this. We all make resolutions at this time year. Some are overly ambitious, some are incredibly obvious. Some we keep; most we don’t. I’d like to give you a short list of fashion resolutions I hope you’ll be able to keep in 2018. These tips will help you st...
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Resolution: (rez-so-lu-shun) n. You got this. We all make resolutions at this time year. Some are overly ambitious, some are incredibly obvious. Some we keep; most we don’t. I’d like to give you a short list of fashion resolutions I hope you’ll be able to keep in 2018. These tips will help you st...
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Where do you shop?
Shopping season is in full swing. As you prepare for Christmas or Hanukkah, I’m interested to know where you shop for friends and family. In most cities, the really interesting boutiques are the small, independent shops in trendy (or not so trendy) areas. Here you will find unique brands an...
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Shopping season is in full swing. As you prepare for Christmas or Hanukkah, I’m interested to know where you shop for friends and family. In most cities, the really interesting boutiques are the small, independent shops in trendy (or not so trendy) areas. Here you will find unique brands an...
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Who are fashion shows really for?
The September fashion shows have come to an end. This is the time when designers showcase their new looks for Spring/Summer 2018. Well, most of them do. Some showed “see now, buy now” looks ready for immediate purchase. As the fashion industry contemplates the future of fashion weeks, the shows, ...
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The September fashion shows have come to an end. This is the time when designers showcase their new looks for Spring/Summer 2018. Well, most of them do. Some showed “see now, buy now” looks ready for immediate purchase. As the fashion industry contemplates the future of fashion weeks, the shows, ...
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Review: Poppy Barley
Faithful readers will recall that I just posted a story on my latest Poppy Barley acquisitions… but that was before I had a chance to wear them. (Spoiler alert: They’re amazing!) When Kendall and Justine Barber started Poppy Barley in 2012, I and my husband became enthusiastic support...
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Faithful readers will recall that I just posted a story on my latest Poppy Barley acquisitions… but that was before I had a chance to wear them. (Spoiler alert: They’re amazing!) When Kendall and Justine Barber started Poppy Barley in 2012, I and my husband became enthusiastic support...
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