lifestyle
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My Fantasy Holiday Wish List
Yesterday, as I walked through the Bloomingdale’s handbag department, my best girlfriend called me just as a striking black Balenciaga handbag caught my eye. The price tag of 2,900 also caught my eye. I mentioned it to my girlfriend, who urged me to treat myself. “Go for it, ” she said. That bag got me…
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October Recap: Embracing the Charm of Sweater Weather and Seasonal Celebrations
It’s been a great October! The weather has been temperate and the autumn colors especially vivid. As October draws to a close, it’s a great time to reflect on the highlights of this vibrant month. The crispness in the air signals the arrival of sweater weather. The excitement of Halloween festivities adds to the charm.…
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Updating Your Fall Wardrobe
Here in New York, the September weather was positively summery almost until the end of the month. Then, as if on cue, the weather became cooler when the calendar proclaimed the first day of fall. It has also been rainy for the past few days. Perfect weather for shopping indoors. So, I’ve been browsing the…
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A New Generation of Mature Women Staying Fabulous and Fierce
Not long ago, I stumbled upon an old article from 2008 in MORE magazine. MORE ceased publishing almost a decade ago, but I had made a point of holding onto the article. Written by author Erica Jong, “How to Thrive When Your Babe Days Are Over” offered a provocative perspective on embracing life beyond youth,…