Cashmere

Last fall, I purchased my very first cashmere sweater from Ann Taylor.

I probably had a bad experience with itchy sweaters in my earlier days because I have never felt the need to own a cashmere sweater.

Now that I have worn this elegant fabric, I must have more! It is warm but not bulky and oh so soft. It isn't itchy at all. I will wear this one for three seasons, so it is well worth the investment.

The black jeggings are old from Chico's. Both the ombre scarf and the suede and reptile texture boots are by Vince Camuto.

Staying at Home

Many of you have asked what I wear when I am just staying at home.

Staying in my pajamas all day is not an option. I would not be as productive, nor would I have a very positive attitude. I look forward to getting dressed for the day and going to work... even though my office is in my home.

Even on the days, I don't have anything planned, I get dressed as usual.

On this day, I wore a red long sleeve tee from Chico's last year with wonderful jeans from the Loft (modern fit straight leg). The jacket is from Express. The black woven belt is by Michael Kors, but I removed the charms hanging from the buckle. The Franco Sarto boots are from T.J.Maxx.

I normally wear something similar with a cardigan or a jacket when the weather is cold. If I need to run an errand or if someone stops by, I am presentable.

Anita's Garden Club Luncheon

My friend Anita and I were neighbors, and she is also an employee, so when she asked me to speak to her Garden Club, I was happy to. 

The ladies gathered for lunch at Anita's beautiful home.

After lunch, I showed them how to make a pair of earrings.

Everyone had the chance to make their own pair of earrings to take with them.

It was such a fun day!

With my sweet friend Anita.

Options

Sunday was a great day to enjoy brunch at the club and then take an afternoon nap in front of the fire.

The necklace, straight leg black pants, and the gray bling sleeve cardigan are from Chico's. The black Portifino blouse is from Express.

The black pumps are old from BCBGeneration.

For those of you who only wear flats, I am showing you flat shoe options today. These flats are by Halogen from Nordstrom.

I rarely ever wear flat shoes. The few pairs that I own have a pointed toe and usually have details over the foot's top. I look for shoes that have slim lines that do not add bulk to the foot.

My later in the day look was just right for being lazy in front of the fire. This fabulously comfortable tunic is from Covered Perfectly.

If I wore this look for the whole day, I would add a black jacket or cardigan and these Franco Sarto boots from T.J.Maxx.

A Warm Day!

On winter Saturdays, we often go out to lunch and then run a few errands.

The early afternoon was enjoyable, with temperatures in the mid-sixties.

It was great to shed the coat and heavy clothes, if only for a few hours.

The long gray fringe cardigan is from Saks off 5th from their own label. The white tunic blouse is from Express. The coated ponte leggings only look like leather. They are from Saks 5th Avenue. The long gray and silver necklace is from Chico's. The gray Calvin Klein Saffiano leather bag is from T.J.Maxx.

I always pair leggings with a long tunic or jacket, which totally covers my bottom. If it comes to my knees... even better!