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The Color of Love – Ageism
When you think of love, what color springs to mind? AGEING IN AMERICA "When we talk about old age. each of us is talking about his or her own future. We must ask ourselves it we are...
A New Year Brings A Merger
I've known for a long time that aging was going to be an important part of my life. Not just my personal aging journey, but the whole concept of aging and participating in the community of aging. At 50, I began searching for articles on aging. That was almost 21...
Planning Your Holiday Wardrobe Part 2 – Christmas and New Year’s Eve
Christmas and Hanukkah roll in as the second holidays of the season. Another opportunity to spend time with family or fun times with friends. Unless you are attending office parties or fancy events, gathering with family and friends is generally casual to slightly...
Planning Your Holiday Wardrobe Part 1 – Thanksgiving
The holidays are a coming. They have a way of sneaking up on us. Why not get a wardrobe jump on it? Despite that it's still early and whether or not you have holiday invites, get organized anyway. Being ready will reduce stress around your holiday wardrobe by...
Closet Series Part 3 – Purging
You've evaluated. You've organized. Now, it's time to purge. I'm not going to lie, this is the hardest part. The sweater you treasure from your mother that's not even close to your best color, your style or personality. The too-long, too-big scarf that your sweet...
Closet Series Part 2 – Organization
Welcome to Part 2 of the Closet Series. Since a closet is a home for your clothing, your clothes need to be comfortable in their living space. And you need to feel confident that you can see and find all your clothing easily. Knowing your garments are in...
Closet Series Part 1 – History of the Closet
A closet is merely space, unoccupied space until we give it meaning and purpose. I think of closets as a home, not only for our clothing, but our ideas, attitudes and memories. They hold our everyday outfits that prepare us to meet and greet the world. They contain...
Your Color Palette and the 2023 Colors in the Stores
Have you ever wondered about the colors that show up in the stores season after season? How they are chosen? Who has a voice in choosing them? Although there are other color research companies, I'm using Pantone because they are largest and most well known for...
10 Tips to Online Thrifting & In-Person Resale Shopping + $10 Coupon f or ThredUp
Want quality, designer clothing at affordable prices? Like to shop from the convenience of your computer at any time of day or night? Do you want access to different colors, styles, and sizes in one place? Would you like to view clothing from all four seasons at...
Get Your Summer Glow On!
Welcome to Summer! This is our first real summer in a few years. People are traveling, gathering with friends, going to concerts and getting back to enjoying their lives. And summer means more exposure to the sun. Last month I shared some ideas on managing hand...