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Three Ways: Navy Suits Pt. II

I have leaned heavily on my navy suit to get me through this session. Most mornings, I find myself standing in front of my closet, just throwing things together in a rush, and I’m always surprised how many things I can pair with navy. So here are a few of my favorites. Suit. The navy […]

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Work Wednesday: In the Navy

This is the Washington Legislature’s policy cutoff week. So let’s talk about wearing a basic suit for work in a way that has a bit of a fashion vibe, but doesn’t take a lot of work. Because who has time to think about her clothes? This Navy jacket from Express is a great piece.  Comfortable. […]

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The Jumble: January 29, 2026

This weekend, Sloane and I had a sleepover. Kyle slept in the guest bedroom and she slept in our bed with me. We watched the Bluey movie, painted her nails, and told “secrets” while we snuggled. As she was starting to fall asleep, she reached over and tucked her tiny hand into mine, “Mama, this […]

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Work Wednesday: A Printed Dress

I was lying to myself. I thought I could make it through the entire session wearing pants suit. At 43, I thought I had matured, grown, evolved into a wearer of pants suits. But I was wrong. I am uncomfortable. I am tired of being pinched. I am tired of my pants fitting one way […]

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Ask the Editor: Quick Answers

Sometimes, questions come in long e-mails or hits through the contact form. Other times, it’s a quick inquiry in the DMs, in the comments, or from family and friends via text. Today, I thought I would pull some of those shorter questions into one post for those who don’t read the comments, don’t follow me […]

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The Find: A Weekend Tee

I was never cool. In my younger years, I saw this as a problem. At 43, I see it as incredibly freeing. Some of my friends who were once cool trendsetters feel the need to change the socks they’re wearing to conform to the Gen-Z edicts. They feel the pull of barrel jeans. Suddenly, all […]

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