Nothing beats a great white blouse when it comes to quickly putting an outfit together that looks stylish and chic. A white blouse always looks fresh and crisp. BA50's may have a few white blouses in our closets, but it is important to have the "right" ones that make you feel and look your best. ...
Khaki is similar to camel, but has a more hip, urban feel. Khaki pairs well with denim, black, and white, and also pops of color like hot pink and orange. Some skin tones look better than others in khaki, but we can all wear this shade of brown. Choose khaki on the bottom half of your outfit and pair it with a top in a flattering shade, or.......
While there are still biting cold temperatures and snow on the ground for much of the country, it's not too early to start thinking about spring shoes. Now is a good time to take stock of your closet and fill in any gaps you might have. ...
With our lifestyles being very different these days, many women are opting to carry a practical hands-free bag in place of a traditional larger handbag. Whether it be a sling bag, backpack, belt bag or crossbody, there is a fashionable bag to suit your needs. Offered in soft pastels for spring, year-round metallics with a bit of bling, or with studded or chain details, these easy-to-wear bags feel fresh and fun....
A trench coat can turn any basic outfit from drab to fab instantly. They were featured in many of the Spring 2021 runway shows, in updated colors, patterns and silhouettes. Always a wardrobe essential, a trench coat is sophisticated, stylish and practical too! ...
Following the popularity of the shacket and the recent more relaxed denim trend, the classic button down has been updated in a very oversized way. They look chic and effortless worn over leggings or jeans, but also can be belted to show off your waistline. Read on for my Top 10 oversized button downs to update this closet essential. ...
If you are fortunate and have a partner to enjoy Valentine's Day with, have you started to think about how you will celebrate this year? Planning a romantic evening, most likely at home, will give you something to look forward to and will be well appreciated by your partner. Regardless of how you plan to celebrate, don't forget to think about your outfit in advance....
If you have started to do any spring shopping, you will have noticed that the tie dye trend is still going strong and shows no signs of waning. Tie dye prints are cheerful and lively, and we need to inject as much of that into our days as we can right now. ...
With Valentine's Day approaching, why not treat yourself or the special women in your life to a holiday-inspired gift? If you have a loved one who you won't be able to see in person this year, sending them a present is a great way to connect and celebrate the holiday. This year, hearts can be found adorning stylish sweatsuits, pajamas, bathrobes, tops, and slippers....
While there was SO much to talk about following last week's presidential inauguration, one could not overlook the beautiful, brightly colored statement coats worn by many of the distinguished women in attendance. From the rich purple worn by our new Vice President Kamala Harris to the cheerful periwinkle worn by Dr. Jill Biden and sophisticated plum and burgundy worn by Michelle Obama, the stunning jackets signaled the optimism and joy felt by many. ...
Since life is a bit boring at the moment, consider adding a fun new item to your closet in anticipation of when we might start venturing out more. Fringe has come in and out of fashion throughout the decades. Now it's back in fresh new silhouettes for a contemporary take on the trend. ...
For an outfit that is stylish yet comfortable, one proven "formula" is a pair of black leggings paired with a longer top which gives some added coverage. For a polished look, please don't reach for your workout tights. Our twenty-something age daughters may look fabulous in theirs regardless of what they pair them with, but that is not the case with us BA50's. We need thicker fabrics for added structure (and to hide any lumps and bumps!) along with more style details to elevate our look.
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One of the Spring 2021 trends is pastels. These cheery shades in lilac, tangerine, pink, baby blue and mint green bring us some needed optimism right now. ...
One foolproof way to feel cool and confident is to throw a blazer on over your outfit. Right now, oversized blazers, which are super comfortable and are often found with exaggerated shoulder pads, are on-trend. ...
I am definitely hugging a throw blanket way more often than family and friends these days. And no matter how many blankets we have, we can always use a few more. They seem to have legs and spread all over the house, especially now when we may take them outside or into our garages for socially distant visits. ...
For many of us, our winter wardrobe contains far more black and grey than our spring and summer one. Since we could all use a lift right now, consider adding a piece of clothing in winter white, which is fresh, cheery, and always looks sophisticated. ...
While I love giving slippers, bathrobes or PJ's as gifts for others, I seldom buy them for myself. But now that I am lounging around for hours (ok, days) at a time at home, my favorite slippers are getting worn out, and my bathrobe has stains from coloring my hair in my bathroom....
Dusters have a dramatic flair, perfect for the hostess celebrating at home during the festive holiday season. A duster jacket is effortlessly chic, comfortable to wear and looks great paired with denim or dressier bottoms. Read on for some fashionable duster jackets, many on sale right now, to add some pizazz to your winter wardrobe. ...
While capes and ponchos are always in fashion, they are having a special moment this season. You can transform your outfit from basic to street style chic with the simple addition of one of these elevated outerwear pieces. Here are my selections for on-trend ponchos and capes to help keep you warm and fashionable this winter....
As this year-unlike-any-other comes to a welcome end, many of us will be celebrating the upcoming holidays in some way. Regardless of our plans, I still plan to dress up out of respect for tradition and simply because it makes me feel special. Wearing a sequin top inspires me to want to have a dance party, even if it is in the kitchen by myself! ...
Hi! I’m Sharyn. I have a passion for fashion! To me, how we dress is one creative way to show on the outside who we are on the inside. I was a stylist for the women’s clothing brand Etcetera for many years. I love to provide shopping advice to help people be the best, most confident version of themselves through their attire.
