Notes from the Editor's Desk

Notes from the Editor's Desk May 24, 2026

A reader writes: 'My husband says I dress too old-fashioned.' Here's my response.

I have been in this business for twenty years and I still don't know what "too old-fashioned" means—so let me tell you what I told her.

Notes from the Editor's Desk May 22, 2026

My garden taught me about style patience

After three years of killing rose bushes and buying clothes that didn't work, I finally realized both need the same thing—time.

Notes from the Editor's Desk May 11, 2026

The Best Accessories Are the Best Part of Life" (Personal Philosophy)

I spent 15 years around fancy bags and shoes, and what I actually wear now isn't what you'd expect.

Notes from the Editor's Desk May 11, 2026

To Readers: 'Am I Too Old to Wear Ankle Boots?

A reader asked me if she was too old for ankle boots, and my answer made her laugh—so I'm sharing it here for everyone else who secretly wonders the same thing.