What to Wear Over 40–Office Wear Summer ‘09
June 29, 2009 by Your Devoted Sewist · Leave a Comment
The event: A summer day at the office and you want to look pulled together
The outfit: A simple, elegant summer dress (on sale at Neiman Marcus.com), a sweater (Ann Taylor.com) to throw over your shoulders when indoors, some serious pumps (Ferragamo at Nordstrom.com) and chunky jewelry (Nordstrom.com) to add a little edge.
What to Wear Over 40–Farmer’s Market and Errands
June 28, 2009 by Your Devoted Sewist · Leave a Comment
The scene: A busy summer Saturday afternoon–could be errands, a flea market or farmer’s market
The outfit: Just an easy pair of shorts and t-shirt (Ann Taylor.com), but polished looking because of the neutral pallet and handsome accessories (Ralph Lauren sandals at Bloomingdales.com, Ralph Lauren belt at Nordstrom.com, hobo bag Michael Kors at Bloomindales.com, Juicy Couture earrings at Nordstrom.com)
Hint: These short are for those with good legs; longer shorts or a khaki skirt may be better for you. Make sure the fit of this outfit is generous, it’s an easy look–no tight clothing.
What to Wear Over 40–Evening Summer Wedding
June 26, 2009 by Your Devoted Sewist · Leave a Comment
The event: A semi-formal late afternoon summer wedding and an evening reception
The outfit: A lovely short dress by Etro in a subdued print (pricey, but on sale at Saks.com) paired with moderately priced silvery sandals (Ann Taylor.com), a berry clutch (Kooba at Bloomindales.com) and for this event, bring out the diamonds (or CZs at Eve’s Addiction.com)
What to Wear Over 40–Summer in the City
June 21, 2009 by Your Devoted Sewist · Leave a Comment
The event: A hot summer day at the office
The outfit: Graphic black and white will have you looking cool no matter how hot the weather. Black pencil skirt and crisp white blouse (Ann Taylor.com), classy medium heeled sandals (Cole Haan at Nordstrom.com) and cool silver jewlery (Argento Viva at Nordstrom.com Read more
What to Wear Over 40–Summer Cocktail Party
June 21, 2009 by Your Devoted Sewist · Leave a Comment
The event: An outdoor cocktail party
The outfit: A cool, sophisticated, not-too-bare top, drapey full trousers (available at Ann Taylor.com) and to dress things up a bit, gold accessories (shoes at Ann Taylor.com, Kate Spade earrings, bangle bracelet available at Nordstrom.com) Read more
