Category Archives: Fashion

Thrift Shop Tips – Part II


In the old days, I bought many, many clothes that I ended up never wearing. They didn’t fit quite right, they had problems I didn’t notice in the store, and worst of all, more than once, I bought something that was great, only to find that it didn’t go well with anything I owned.
But those days are over! I’ve been using this system for a few years now. It’s fast, easy, and very, very successful! Continue reading

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Thrift Shop Tips – Part I


No dressing room? You’d better know that for sure! One of my favorite stores in town has none. You wear exercise clothes or a bathing suit under your street threads so you can strip down and try on garments in the aisles. I forgot the last time I went (and this store is far away from home), so I ended up flashing everyone my granny panties (thank God I wasn’t wearing a thong!) Continue reading

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How do I choose what to wear?


Today, I’m featuring the same sweater and pants in all three pictures. In each case, I added different shoes, accessories, and toppers to create three different looks, appropriate for different days. Continue reading

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One Dress, Three Ways


One of the most fun things about capsule wardrobing is the mixing and matching that’s possible. I swear I could reach into my closet with my eyes closed and pull out a great outfit every time! Continue reading

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 Airport fashion. It’s a thing. 


“Can I take your picture for my blog?” I asked him. “I love your coat!” It took me five minutes to get up the nerve to ask. And it was my very first ask ever. For sure it won’t be my last. Continue reading

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Leopard print – it’s my thing.


A pair of pumps from DSW. $10 on sale four years ago! Can you believe it? This was my first ever leopard print purchase. Little did I know, it was the start of a beautiful friendship! Continue reading

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DSW/Nordstrom Rack Roundup


But OMG, look at this shoe. It’s what I would call a perfect shoe. I love the curve of the heel, I love the print, the material, the cutaway at the arch, and most of all(!) the ankle strap!!! There’s a lot of excitement going on over here, in case you can’t tell. Continue reading

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How I Used Capsule Wardrobes to Organize My Closet


My capsules are so easy to see! Getting dressed is a breeze. I wear something different every day. And love everything I wear. Continue reading

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Gotta get going. A fashion post. (I love Fall!)


Here’s why I love this outfit:

I think it’s so cute and I felt really put together.
Everything I was wearing was super comfy.
I had just finished reorganizing my closet and was excited to quickly and easily put this look together. Continue reading

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