A couple of months ago, I bought a Fifty Cent Dress for spring. It will keep until fall. Or spring 2021. I am including these next two photos because they capture a micro expression that I think is funny. In an effort to avoid congested sidewalks, I’ve been walking on the side … Read moreThe Fifty Cent Dress That Wasn’t There
In January, when COVID-19 was just a speck on the horizon, I spent some time (truthfully, only a few minutes) jotting down ideas for spring and summer posts. I did not imagine that I would not actually be wearing these outfits to work. Although I understand that plain white flour is hard to … Read moreIn Marni We Trust
Before my seclusion, I bought a few things for spring and summer. I am pleased to have them, but now feel both taunted and rebuked when I see them in my closet. They force an existential question: If there is no one to see you, is there a point to getting dressed up? Some … Read moreA Fast Jacket Meets Action Slacks
The other morning, I told The Photographer, “I need to wear an outfit.” For those who missed my sneaky weekend post, it’s right here. All readers should share a museum experience and identify the piece of art that — if they were criminally inclined — they would steal for their own. Sweater: … Read moreDressing Up Whilst WFHing
Starting in Week 3 of WFH, I began wearing a belt . . . to work. It made me feel a little more put together . . . for myself. This sobering realization — it might be awhile — led to some self-recrimination for under-utilizing the extraordinary museums within an easy walking radius of … Read morePictures at an Exhibition
One of my colleagues wore a necklace to a Zoom practice group meeting* this week. I was so impressed that I put on a belt the next day. First time I’d worn a belt since I began working remotely. Rounding things out, a pair of absurd platform shoes. I think it’s important to wear … Read moreNot Easily Ruffled
Are you wondering how long I am going to post business casual outfits while work and life have been profoundly disrupted? I am going to do this until I run out of ideas or spirit — whichever comes first — because I feel that we are all craving a little normalcy and light … Read morePeek-a-Boo
Hello! Hello? I know you’re home.* And now we’ve come full circle: Works From a Distance! Here are my observations on Day 9: I move around a lot when I am in my office! My daily steps have dropped precipitously. So, I need to get up and go for more walks during the day. … Read moreThe Last In-Person Meeting
While noodling around on the Internet last week, an article grabbed my attention: I Work from Home and Only Wear Sweatpants from These Seven Brands.* Think about all that is embedded in that title. The author has at least seven pairs of sweatpants. The author has bought so many pairs of sweatpants that … Read moreLights! Camera! Action Slacks!
