I love a lot of things about New Years. The idea of a clean slate, the optimism and hope so many of us share that the year ahead will be better than the last, the parties, the snacks/meals and champagne- but most of all I love everything and anything glittery and sparkly! I’m a sucker […]
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L. M. Montgomery once wrote “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers,” and I’m sure many of us Fall Girls can relate. I know I’m repeating myself, maybe for the hundredth time here on ‘Coffee & Chiffon,’ when I say it is my absolute favorite month out of the year- […]
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I haven’t had much need for sweaters here in Southern California. It’s been sunny and warm every single day since my arrival a couple of weeks ago- and any clouds, fog or early morning precipitation is usually cleared up by the time I step outside to start my day. I’m so not used to wearing […]
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Just a few short days into the 2023, we got our first (of what I’m sure will be many) substantial snowfalls of the year here in New England- with huge, fluffy flakes coating roads, cars and roofs over the span of an afternoon. Given that I was working remotely last week and live within a […]
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When it came time to compile my final “Favorite Things” assortment of 2022- I knew I had to be mindful not to forget any of the products, finds, gifts and miscellaneous odds & ends that have made December- a chaotic month in general- more fun and a little more stress-free. Some of the things included […]
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Hello from your favorite amateur style photographer! While Dan continues to recover from COVID-19, I thought I’d share some less-than-professional-looking selfies of a new addition to my closet that I picked up during my most recent outing to Plum. Valentine’s Day might be over and in the books, and Spring may not start in another […]
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With Thanksgiving just a few days away and my time now being split between wrapping things up at my office during this short work-week and preparing dishes and desserts to bring to the gathering planned at my mother’s house on Thursday, I only just recently realized I haven’t put much thought into my outfit I’m […]
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Is there anything more comfortable and stress-free to throw on in the colder months than a sweater dress, some fleece-lined leggings and boots? It’s the “appropriate for any Autumn/Winter occasion” ensemble and is the easiest thing to glitz up or go more casual with when using the proper accessories, makeup, etc. It’s also my go-to […]
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