Category Archives: Cultural Style
“The Making of the Cardigan”
While not everyone can afford a Chanel sweater, we can certainly appreciate the artistry that goes into the making of one. Sit back and relax while watching this lovely little video showing us how it’s done (just click on the … Continue reading
“Artists in Residence” at SFO
More than 20 years ago, Bay Area artist Jo Hanson took the matter of garbage and waste into her own hands – literally. She was appalled at the waste she was seeing on San Francisco city streets and, after a … Continue reading
And the Winner Is….
Last week I wrote about the 80′s theme party we were going to attend and the four choices for my outfit. As with most things fashion, it came down to fit – the winning outfit simply fit me better than … Continue reading
It’s the 80′s – Oh No!
Oh, yes! Tonight’s the night when I must don my 80′s outfit for an event at the conference I’m attending with my husband. When I was trying to think of what would be an ideal 80′s outfit, and after exploring Wikipedia, … Continue reading
“The Eye Has to Travel”
The new Diana Vreeland movie is showing in San Francisco (times listed HERE – shall we get a group together and go? Let me know!) “An intimate portrait and a vibrant celebration of one of the most influential women of … Continue reading
Sharing Your Heart
How are you going to wear and share your heart this year on Valentine’s Day? Of course it’s fun to receive those little special surprises from our loved one(s), and it’s just as much fun to give them. Sometimes, though, … Continue reading
Dressed for the Theatre of Your Life
A very stylish friend, Becky Neal, recently shared a video clip of an upcoming film about Advanced Style, from the blog of the same name. It’s a wonderful feature of older women who have embraced their style in a fantastic … Continue reading
No Strangers in the Mirror
“You know what I tell people who ask me what’s a fashion faux pas? It’s when you look in the mirror and see a stranger staring back.” This quote from style icon Iris Apfel is so very appropriate, especially this … Continue reading
Out and About – in Philadelphia
I just love it when I see someone who very stylishly incorporates a high-fashion look into their everyday attire. Case in point: when I was visiting in Philadelphia recently and saw this adorable young woman, Sarah Plowman, who was our … Continue reading
Are You From the US?
Yes, that’s what the lovely young woman said to me as I was waiting for my morning latte, en route to a luncheon. I guess my face registered surprise at the question, because she said “Well, you look so sharp! … Continue reading
