happy mother’s day 2013

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holiday gift ideas for the woman over 40

MacSonic2 149USD

Michael Kors Signature tote 195USD

Brookstone Ipad cover with bluetoothkeyboard 99USD

Burrberry brit double breasted wool coat 1095USD

happy mother’s day 2012 – from www.rawsilkandsaffron.wordpress.com

Happy Mother’s day to all the beautiful women around the world. Without you, there will be no life, love, compassion, patience, understanding, security, knowledge and most of all music and dance.  Thank you for being a part of our lives.

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mother’s day gift idea 2012: wrap her in scarf

The French woman’s staple piece to any outfit is a scarf and no matter the season, I am almost certain French women over 40 have a silk scarf tucked away in their bags, just in case the weather gets chilly.

For places like San Francisco, where I am from, there is definitely a need for scarves during  every season of the year. So, it’s no surprise that I would most certainly recommend the gift idea.  The fact I think I was a Parisian in a past life is also a major factor in suggesting the gift.

Here are some of my favorites:

Athena Procopiou paco cashmere blend scarf 300USD

Robert Cavalli silk chiffon scarf 510USD

Leaves of Grass Ellery embroidered silk chiffon scarf 415USD

Gucci monogrammed silk scarf 225USD

Diane Von Furstenberg new bubsy star printedvoile scarf 185USD

mother’s day gift ideas 2012: destination spa getaways

What mother wouldn’t appreciate a destination spa getaway. Since this gift idea is a bit costly, I suggest the family pitching in for the spa fund instead of buying separate gifts for their mother.

For some interesting destination spa getaways and more, please click here:

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modern mother’s day gift idea 2012: accessorizing the watch wrist

I have to admit I’ve worn several bracelet on my watch wrist, oh probably for over twenty years (even before it was fashionable) and I will continue to wear them for the rest of my life (even when or if they go out of fashion). I really honestly can’t see my watch wrist with just a watch, so I figured any modern mother would appreciate accessorizing their watch wrist as much as I do.

So, gentlemen, sons and daughters please take note for what I am about to suggest from my favorite department store:

Charriol stainless steel bangle w pearls 395USD

Meira t 14k yellow gold evil eye 625USD

Meira t 14k white gold bar bracelet 875USD

Gurhan silver and 24k gold dome bracelet 1675USD

Gucci Sterling Silver Britt Bracelet 225USD

Gucci 1973 collection exclusive silver charm 345USD

fashion: inspiring necklines

While choosing a gown, dress or even a simple top, one important part I take into consideration is the neckline. If the neckline isn’t right for my body type, I forgo the entire piece no matter how beautiful.

Believe it or not choosing the wrong neckline will only become the focal point of a fashion disaster, unless of course you are Lady Gaga or Madonna or Rihanna or {fill in the music artist}. You get my point.

With that said, I have included some inspiring necklines. Which is your favorite?

most anywhere vacation wardrobe

Oh God, I have it, I have the vacation bug and until I can plan where to go, I will not sleep .  While I debate the location, and since I pack light, I have actually found what I plan to wear, no matter where I go this year.

{click here for details of each wardrobe}

what a difference 20 years makes

Being a part of the over 40 crowd, I tend to, like others in my league, occasionally analyze whoI am now when I interact with the 20something crowd. Don’t ask, it’s a woman thing.

To sum up where I am going with this, I have included two photos which best showcase what I was  like as a person in my twenties (left) and how I see myself now over 40 (Right).  And to be honest with you, I like me now the best What do you think about yourself, do you prefer your twenties or your forties?

comfort shoes for the woman over 40 and everyone else

I realized when I titled this blog that although my focus is mostly towards the women over 40, what I am suggesting for comfort shoes is really for any woman to consider.  Check out some of my favorites below and click here to find yours.