There’s never any reason to be a Plain Jane.(Unless that’s what you’re going for it – as in minimalism)….I buy lots of basics and neutrals just for the reason to advertise my accessories. From the top of my head to the tip of my feet,I love to make my basics into works of personal style. For my Soul Style,I have also been reading a cool book called “The Dark Side of the Light Chasers” by Debbie Ford. It helps me embrace my ‘dark side’ so that I can fully appreciate my true nature. I believe it is vital to help…

Ah, I know. It’s getting old –All this darkness with it’s cold.But never fear – It’s almost here,Soon we’ll don our saved-up gear….As in Spring stuff! Bare legs with boots, flowy tunics and all that garb…..So today I’m celebrating the last official day of Winter. While ‘celebrating’ on the sofa, I got a package today from across the pond that made me so happy 🙂 Ohh, what could it be? It’s in pink wrapping! Eek! I love packages! Such a sweet surprise can twist an ordinary day into a special day. It show’s how much you are thought of, and…

Hi Everybody! I’m watching “Healing in the Heartland” right now. It is such a wonder to see how incredibly generous people can be when a tragedy happens. Tears, anger, fear and acceptance are all such powerful human emotions. They seem to bring out the best (and sometimes) the worst in us. It seems that while I’ve been cruising through my forties, there has been a huge helping of tragedy served up in my little bubble of a world. Watching my Parent’s go through the latter stages of life has been the most powerful experience. I’d like to tell you all…

I love to be inspired! Even better when the minds of my favorite designers step off the next “it” look for a moment and show us new ways to get our funky on.My favorite addition to any outfit is a scarf or two 😉Unexpected layers, color combo’s and headwear,oh my!These are all looks that can easily be thrifted or recreated by shopping your own closet. Playing with Scarves Advanced Style Isn’t this just the coolest thing?A skirt, A dress, A doily? Who knows and who cares?!Are you inspired? Go! Dig through that closet… I dare ya.

Hi Everybody! I played hookey last week. It was a rainy, stormy week, so I did indoor stuff. I am wearing another JCPenney find. I actually ordered it during the Spring. The pattern and colors were a bit different so I went for it. I usually NEVER order dresses, as my boobs have a universe all their own, but since there is a real store nearby, I did it. Very satisfied I must say! This dress was very well priced. What caught my eye was pretty much everything. Keyhole neckline, a back cut-out which still covers a real bra, (of…

Most people treat red floral prints like a holiday-only prop. Wear them in March and someone asks if you’re headed to a Valentine’s party. Wear them in August and you’re “festival-ready.” That’s a failure of styling, not the print itself. Crimson and roses — the deep red base with rose motifs — is one of the most versatile color stories in fashion. The problem is execution. A 2026 survey of 1,200 women by the style analytics platform Pinterest Trends showed searches for “red floral dress” spike 340% between January and February, then drop 70% by April. That’s a self-imposed seasonal…

Hi all!Here is my version of the Over 40 Boyfriend Jean. Just as baggy, just as ragged – but with a proper blazer, lots of rhinestones and prom pumps for that “what the?” stare that reigns over the western side of Cincy. In the world of blogging, this look is old hat. An almost non-post worthy look. In the midwestern burbs, however, I am right on point… I thrifted this jacket last year, but never wore it. It was planned for belting, short suits and jeans. Wearing it with a plain black tank and jeans is my “No sweats –…

The common assumption is that adding clothing in summer guarantees overheating. That assumption doesn’t survive contact with the evidence. Summer layering fails for one specific reason: wrong fabric selection. The practice itself — building a temperature-adaptable outfit from lightweight pieces — is one of the more practical approaches to dressing in a world that runs AC at 68°F while outdoor temperatures approach 95°F. What follows is a structured analysis of summer layering: why the practice exists, which fabrics hold up under scrutiny, how to build the system step by step, and which 2026 deals reflect genuine value versus retailer clearance.…

Here is the misconception costing people real money: “creamy white” and “off-white” are the same color. They are not. Neither are “ivory,” “natural,” “ecru,” or “eggshell” — terms brands use interchangeably on tags and product listings while selling completely different shades. Buying the wrong version of cream is why a $90 blazer looks dingy next to someone else’s clean-looking outfit, even though both people are technically wearing “white.” Creamy White vs. Pure White vs. Ivory: What the Labels Actually Mean No fashion brand uses a standardized color system for white variants. Zara calls the same undertone range three different names…

You open your closet and nothing feels right. The jeans from three years ago sit unworn. The blazer you loved doesn’t fit the same way. There are 40 items in there, and you have nothing to wear. This is the fashion break hangover. It hits after pregnancy. After a remote-work stretch where sweatpants became a uniform. After grief, illness, or just life moving faster than your closet did. At some point, you stopped caring about clothes — and now you want back in. Getting back doesn’t mean buying everything at once. It means being strategic. Here’s how to do it…