white...

...as a statement...as a wardrobe necessity...

the power of white...the absence of color is white...the very lightness of white's purity has made it the color of heavenly joy and chastity...angels wear white...as do babies...modern western brides...and virtuous romance-novel heroines headed for tragic fates...

it is clean...where would hospital hygiene be without it? its impracticality has made it a mark of social status through the ages...

white commands attention in the form of an evening gown...monochrome power at its most dazzling...

dressed down...white is the most basic of tones...the color of canvas sails and bleached muslin...it is versatile...crisp...and cool...a backdrop that can handle anything...

personally...i love white in the summer time...there is something about it that personifies beautiful sunny days...how about you? will you be wearing white this summer?

here is one of my favorites:
j.crew confetti mia dress (2008 collection) still love it...two years later...

guest post: fashion for all ages...

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Just within the last week, I’ve heard the comment, “I’m not a teenager anymore, but I don’t want to dress like my grandmother, either–I can’t find any clothes,” several times. I can understand how women, between the ages of 23 and 97, don’t think there’s anything out there for them, but really you have the largest number of chic, wardrobe options.

Here are a few tips to follow for finding stylish clothing that feels appropriate for your age and image.

• Extremes in styles tend to be the trendiest. You may feel more comfortable in classic styles in modern shapes.

• If you prefer to look a touch trendy, choose one trendy piece to be the star of the outfit, and then the rest of the garments should be more basic, supporting the star.

• Fit is more important than ever. No matter what your body type or size, it’s important to show your shape. Covering everything up from head to toes in baggy clothing only makes you look larger than you are, and ultimately matronly. And that’s not a flattering description even if you’re 97!

• Steer clear of juvenile prints. If you’re looking for whimsy, do it with accessories and color.

• Avoid old fashioned, “grandmotherly” florals.

• Go for quality, luxurious fabrics in modern or even trendy styles.

• Keep current—go through your closet regularly scouting for clothing that may be outdated. Nothing will age you faster than wearing clothes from a past decade.

Where to shop? Almost anywhere, avoiding the Junior department and departments clearly for elderly women. Here in Denver, I’m partial to J.Crew, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Garbarini, and Moxie.