Are you familiar with the eShakti online clothing boutique? They make very cool, retro-style pieces that have loads of personality. When they asked me to review one of their dresses (I received it for free, but I promised to be… Continue Reading
Last night I went to hear Sandy perform in the local orchestra (French horn forever). It was a combination concert with the Swing Band, so they played lots of Bennie Goodman, Duke Ellington and Cab Calloway. Their scheduled vocalist was… Continue Reading
It seems to work both ways: the devil is in the details, said Nietzsche or anonymous, and oddly enough, God is in the details too (according to Ludwig Mies van der Rohe or anonymous). When it comes to style,… Continue Reading
Ahh, Florida winter. This weather reminds me why I do like it here, despite my beating heart that lives in the West Village. We’re having a run of low-70-degree days, and that means I can actually wear some tights.… Continue Reading
Women shouldn’t have to follow a set of rules once they reach a certain age. However, the over-40 woman does develop the confidence to refine her own personal style and that’s what My Refined Style is all about! It’s that… Continue Reading
It’s the time of year when we have lots of reasons to dress up fancy, and you know the women of Visible Monday do it best. With a few years of seasoning on us, we know how to add… Continue Reading
Happy, happy New Year to you all! A symbolic fresh start, and a gentle reminder of how the days fly by. I’m celebrating in a marvelous vintage maxi skirt, purchased at the shop of my friend, Vintage Vix. Welcome… Continue Reading
Yes, in many ways 2016 has been a thorny year. My politics have been pretty transparent and you know I’m disappointed/anxious about the outcome of the U.S. elections. My country is more divided now, and confused. And many talented and… Continue Reading