Kimonos for Spring

March 13, 2025

We’ve had a few really nice days in San Jose recently, and I couldn’t wait to style my pretty Johnny Was kimono from After Retail for spring!

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A fellow teacher told me I looked like I was on vacation in this outfit … and I felt like it too! Never a bad thing! This exact kimono is no longer available but I really love this one from Free People. I’ve also added a little collection of current kimonos below! Here, I’m also wearing my favorite jeans, Kut from the Kloth in the Kelsey style, sandals from last year’s Jambu collection, Kendra Scott earrings, and I’m carrying a basic straw tote bag (summer must-have right?).

Boho is having a big upswing right now, so if you love that vibe, it’s a great time to pick up some pretty pieces.

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Do you like the boho style vibe? What will you be adding to your wardrobe this season?

And lately on the blog, check out: Browns for Spring and my probably too honest Solawave Review.

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Fun & Fashion,

Dawn Lucy

About the blog: Fashion Should Be Fun is me talking to you, other middle aged women like me who are over 40, but not over fashion.  We still want to look beautiful and stylish.  We still want to have fun with trends.  And we don’t need anyone giving us rules, because we’re all different. We all have our own shapes and bodies, parts we’d like to cover and parts we still don’t mind showing off a bit.  This is a place for me to share my love of fashion with you, style ideas, tips, trends, and inspiration. I know how liking the way we look can translate into confidence and energy. I know we have so much life left to live and so much adventure ahead of us. Let’s show the world you’re never too old to have fun and be fierce!

Solawave Review

February 26, 2025

Can I be honest? I’m really bad at skincare reviews. For one, I’m too vain to do close up before and after photos. Also, I’m just too honest for most skincare companies. I once had a skincare brand ask to to tell my readers that their product “changed my life” … LOL. It was a good product, but it did not change my life. I wouldn’t say that and they never wanted to work with me again.

However, I do love trying out new products, so when Solawave asked if they could send me their device with no pressure to post about it, I decided to give it a try.

 

 

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Instagrammable Coffee in Downtown San Jose

February 23, 2025

 

Here are a few of my favorite places to enjoy a civilized and pretty cup of coffee in downtown San Jose.

Nirvana Soul

The atmosphere is totally charming with a hot pink logo and the coolest mural. The staff at Nirvana Soul is especially warm and welcoming. Be sure to make your way upstairs to the cute loft space. All the pastries are delicious and they make my favorite cappuccino.

 

Read more: Instagrammable Coffee in Downtown San Jose

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Colorful Copita

February 20, 2025

The other day I had a fun lady lunch at Copita in Willow Glen in San Jose. Although I’m mostly more of a neutrals girlie, I find myself attracted to brighter clothes when winter is coming to an end and spring is just around the corner. That and … I might be guilty of matching my look to the location … lol. Anyone else? A brightly decorated Mexican restaurant called out for me to shop my closet for something with a colorful flair!

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How to Get Picked for The Price is Right!

February 11, 2025

In October I had one of the most surreal and fun times in my life! My husband and I went to a taping of The Price is Right and I actually got called to COME ON DOWN!!!

If you get a chance, go to a taping. I can’t recommend it enough! Even if I hadn’t been called down, I still would’ve had a blast. Hopefully this blog article will help you know how to prepare, what to expect, and especially help you get called on to play!

My husband and I waiting in line. It was his 60th birthday and I really wanted him to get picked, but since he didn’t, we’re both so glad that I did! Our numbers were our place in line (10 & 11 out of about 165) and later these tags were replaced with our name tags.

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On Trend: Brown

January 30, 2025

When I want a fresh look, the first thing I like to do is take a look at what I already have in my closet. What can I mix and match in new ways? Inspired by all the brown that’s on trend right now, I decided to add a dark brown tee to my favorite jeans and blazer combo. Just this small change was enough to give me something a little different and on trend.

 

Strathberry Bag / Baggy Jeans / Espresso V-Neck Tee / Boots / Necklace / Blazer

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