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2016

Lynn Ritchie Resort ’17 & Fun Fashion Friday Link Up!

December 29, 2016

Tired of cold weather and bulky winter gear?  Well, here comes the sun!  Maybe not where you are right now, but hey, it’s only a plane ride away anyway.  It’s time for resort 2017 and here are a few super fabulous pieces from one of my absolute favorite designers, Lynn Ritchie!

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Project Sister Act – Victorian Romance

December 23, 2016


This month, I was asked to participate in Project Sister Act, a style blogger collaboration between bloggers of different ages to prove that style is indeed ageless.  This month’s theme:  Victorian Romance!

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What the Heck’s a Ruana?

December 14, 2016


Lately you’ve probably heard the word “RUANA” being used online and in stores.  Do not be afraid! It’s just another name for a poncho or cape style garment, specifically the type worn in the Andes mountain regions of South America (at least that’s what it said on wiki).

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Sweater Dresses for Pear Shapes

December 13, 2016

I love the idea of a sweater dress, but unfortunately those of us who are pear-shaped have a hard time wearing a straight up and down sweater dress.  Usually it will pull across the hips and cling to the rear end!  Fit and flare sweater dresses are much more flattering for us.

 

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