Tag Archives: Fashion

In Defense of Fast Fashion

Posted on November 21, 2017 by Catherine

Fast Fashion.  We are all familiar with the term. We are all familiar with many stores that sell fast fashion. H & M.  Forever 21.  Zara.  Primark. Old Navy.  Target’s collaborations with many designers fall into the fast fashion genre … Continue reading →

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How To Wear Plaid When You Are Over 50!

Posted on November 16, 2017 by Catherine

Plaid.  It’s my favorite color!   Just about any pattern will do.  Plaid is part of my heritage.  If your bloodlines are traced back to the UK or Emerald Isle, plaid is your culture. I just cannot help it–plaid makes me … Continue reading →

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Much Ado About Some Things!

Posted on November 14, 2017 by Catherine

Ok.  So, a few weeks ago, maybe actually two or three, I was in Nordstrom Rack checking out the discounted goods and I came across a cosmetics display.  There were some decent buys.  But the one that caught my eye … Continue reading →

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My House Stinks–But It Looks Festive!!!!

Posted on November 9, 2017 by Catherine

Oh God.  I’m sitting here at my bespoke office—the dining room table and I have a headache from the stench.  It’s awful. And it’s a good thing that Bonaparte is at work because he would get all “French” on me … Continue reading →

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Are You There Retailers? It’s Me, Cathe!

Posted on October 6, 2017 by Catherine

In my never-ending quest to carry out some phase of exercise, I’ve been getting into my car and driving Chippy to downtown Phoenixville.   Truth be told. I don’t like walking in my neighborhood of townhomes because it’s boring.  I pass … Continue reading →

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The Swiftness of Saturday—From Running Errands to Discovering a Treasure of Old Books!

Posted on September 30, 2017 by Catherine

Fall has finally arrived on this last day of September!  We woke up this morning to those low clouds—you know, the gray ones that when you look closely, you can see a bit of blue sky but for the most … Continue reading →

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How To Be A Savvy Shopper and Make a Bad Purchase Work!

Posted on September 29, 2017 by Catherine

While enjoying the many photos of those I follow on Instagram earlier this morning, I was struck by an ad.  Yeah. The most annoying thing about Instagram is the never-ending parade of sponsored ads.  I hide them all. My emoji … Continue reading →

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Oy Vey! Hits and Misses for The Mrs.

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Catherine

What a day it’s been.  In a fun way, naturally! The sky was crystal clear, and even though it was hot, the air was nice and crisp and cool. Just a beautiful, beautiful day! You know the kind of day … Continue reading →

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My Wardrobe May Not Be Capsule—But I Have Capsule Brands

Posted on September 26, 2017 by Catherine

One subject that I always seem to be reading about is the “Capsule Wardrobe”.  This wardrobe is built around a few essential, classic and timeless items.  Google this term and you will find hundreds of articles and variations of this … Continue reading →

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The Jeanorosity of the Rewards Note.

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Catherine

When we last left off, I was at Sephora, delighting in all things Fenty. And after I left the mall, I felt a burning sensation coming from my purse. The leather was smokin’!  As I unzipped the top of the … Continue reading →

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