Dots, Interrupted

  What says “spring” to you? Dress: Marni from YOOX (still available, does not actually run large, runs true to size — mine is a 4); Shoes: Tory Burch; Bag; Coach Gramercy Satchel; Watch: Michele CSX   * You, Dear Readers, have seen Trojan Cupcakes, reproductive organs and pinecones in previous posts.

The Enhanced Asymmetrical Dress

  We’re moving back into the season of transition and I am ready.   I think I am ready. But I am going to take things one day at a time. This dress fit like a glove when it arrived, which felt a bit snug around my hip bones. I prefer my clothes to fit … Read more

The Limits of Artificial Intelligence

  I am a little tired today, and thought about making this post the blogging equivalent of a silent movie — no words. This idea amuses me. Some day, there will be an epic contest . . . in which I will put up photos and ask you to supply the text and captions. It … Read more

A Little Dressed Up

  I wonder about the lives of people who attend lots of formal events. I don’t even own a gown . . . unless my wedding dress counts? The dressiest my lifestyle calls for is a shiny knee-length dress. Have a fantastic weekend!   Top: 3.1 Phillip Lim; Pants: JCrew; Shoes: Lazio Collezione; Baroque pearl … Read more

The Morning I Heard Voices In My Head

  Before I launch into today’s post . . . I loved your comments on Monday’s post. So many wonderful faux pas. And Halloween revealed as the most complicated day of the year. So thank you for sharing and making me laugh. You are all winners, but the recipients of the bags are identified in … Read more

The Directrice Gives Back

  Oyez, Oyez!   I am cleaning my closets ruthlessly, which means giving away some dear things. I want them to have good homes.   You may be saying to yourself, “GiVINg AwAY?? To wHOm?”   To you, of course. Here’s the deal . . . A Contest!   But first, Eligibility. Eligible contestants are … Read more

The Divining Rod Strikes Again

  A few weeks ago, I showed photos of a red sleeveless dress with two different blouses underneath.   You may remember that one of the blouses, on its own, was kind of ugly. Blouse: Free People; Dress: Jil Sander; Boots: Donna Piu   * I only know this phrase from A Charlie Brown Christmas. … Read more

A Rage for Novelty

  I have a feeling that a year or two hence, I will look back on the tops I’ve been showing over the last three months and wonder What was I thinking? But for now, I am thinking that novelty appeals — and that elaborate sleeves are charming.   And now, an interlude. I have … Read more