It’s the little things that can make a day wonderful. An extra-hot cup of coffee, a cat sleeping on your feet, learning a new song, having a wine with a friend. Thrift score treasures, the ability to still touch my… Continue Reading
Monthly Fashion Over-40 Linkup This month, the My Refined Style Linkup celebrates our one-year anniversary! We wanted to do a little something special, so we are each sharing the elements that refine and define our own personal styles. We are… Continue Reading
We’re past the old rules for skirt length, thanks largely to the rise of street style, and to us aging hippies who wear whatever the heck we want. Except for ultra conservative workplaces, we wear minis, maxis and every length… Continue Reading
I love to wear dresses. One simple decision and boom – you’re about 95% dressed. Living in a warm climate, dresses are cool – and can be layered later in the year with tights and jackets. This lovely vintage 90’s… Continue Reading
Iris Apfel always makes a memorable statement with her jewelry! A statement necklace – or bracelet, ring or earrings – can either elevate or overpower an outfit. You have to trust your gut and your eye and play around… Continue Reading
I already boasted about my thrift find of the week: A 1990’s, fully sequined swing jacket, with tags on! The tags are Neiman Marcus, so there’s that too. Some sparkly woman must have decided this was just a little too… Continue Reading
It’s crazy time at NDYS headquarters! Moving, cleaning, forgetting where the scissors are, disoriented kitties – you all know what I’m talking about. My nerves have been a bit frazzled but I am keeping my s#!t together through deep breathing,… Continue Reading
Most people are honest, and kind. That’s one of the founding philosophies of eBay, and it has worked out to be mostly true. The same cannot always be said for social media. Brace yourselves, there are some mighty cranky people… Continue Reading