Whether your wardrobe is large and multi-closeted or small and “curated,” there are some closet essentials you likely don’t want to live without. I know I have them. I can’t get dressed without them (we’re not talking about socks and… Continue Reading
Here’s my long ivory crochet skirt, rehabilitated. I haven’t shown the crochet skirt on the blog since this unhappy incident: when my husband told me my look was “country” and I did not approve. I have worn the skirt since… Continue Reading
Sorry to sound pompous! That expression “a smart woman in a short dress” is what my beloved husband said he noticed about me when we met in 1992. I know it seems sexist, the short dress part, but he said… Continue Reading
I am a big fan of dark florals all year round. They’re sophisticated without being staid, and they lend themselves well to pattern mixing. All this by way of saying: I forgot to choose a new Karina Dress for January’s… Continue Reading
We’ve all celebrated in our special ways (Star Wars and cocktails with friends for me) and now the hammer of reality is about to hit: back to normal life! But just before we move on, don’t forget Visible Monday is… Continue Reading
It’s not really cool enough here for a sweater (81 degrees today), but I couldn’t wait any longer. How many months in a row can a woman wear a tank top?? So I made a cozy, casual outfit and stayed… Continue Reading
It’s throw-back Wednesday at Not Dead Yet Style. Today I’m reviewing some of my favorite pictures, outfits, cats, and a few notable gaffes of 2015. As far as my personal style goes, I think it remains casual, feminine and with… Continue Reading
Living in Florida, I have almost no proper “winter” dresses – turtlenecked or velvety or hand-knit. I wear my summer dresses all year with some simple layering over and under. Sticking to mostly neutral or dark-floral dresses makes the transition… Continue Reading