Real and faux leather pants are having their fashion moment in assorted silhouettes and colours. Most of the fabrics are faux leather, some of which are sustainably and ethically produced. Faux leather pants are more affordable than real leather, and easier to launder.
Recent Roundups
Be Discerning About Fabric and Function
I recently ordered the three skirts in the collection below, but returned them because of fabric and function problems. Judging …
Fab Finds: Boots, Beanies, Sweaters, Dresses
Retail stocks are better than I expected them to be, and some of these items are on sale. If you’re shopping for yourself or …
Fashion News Roundup: November 2021
The first US state to ban the sale of fur, a renowned make-up brand launching skincare, and other style news that caught our attention …
Nordstrom: Black Friday Sales Roundup
If you’re in the mood to shop, now is a good time. There are Black Friday Sales everywhere. Here’s a list of fab items at …
Team Skirt or Team Pants
You are on Team Skirt if you prefer wearing skirts to pants, and vice versa. There’s no restriction on the types of skirts, and …
Link Love: New Sustainable Materials
I’ve been following Fashionista’s “The Future of Sustainable Materials” series with interest: “As …
Fab Finds: Scarves, Skincare, Knitwear
It’s six weeks until the end of the year, and I can barely believe it. Time flies faster each year, and the busier you are, the …
A Horsey Wardrobe Capsule
As a child, teen, and young adult, ponies and horses were a big part of my life. I competed in dressage and showing, and was extremely …
My Favourite Lip Balms
Twenty months into the global pandemic and I haven’t worn lipstick the entire time. I switched to lip balm, and I’m not …
Link Love: The Beauty of Accessibility
Allure’s “The Beauty of Accessibility” series, in which they write about “inclusivity and representation for …
Weekly Roundup: Assorted Items
If you’re looking for a great new puffer jacket or coat, this is the year to do it. Despite supply chain challenges, the …
My Big Shopping Mistakes
I am extremely grateful for my wardrobe, and in a very happy place with my style. I love my stuff, look forward to putting on …
Bad Item, Good Service
I recently replaced an old short puffer with a new packable orange one made of down. It ticked off all the boxes, fit perfectly, and …
Aprons Are Fabulous
Nine years ago I suggested wearing an apron to save your clothes. It bears repeating, because cooking at home and doing all sorts of …
Team Puffer or Team Other Outerwear
You are on Team Puffer if you prefer to wear puffer coats and jackets, or wear them most of the time. You are on Team Other Outerwear …
Assorted Fab Finds
Supply chains continue to struggle, causing shortages and shipment delays almost everywhere. Yet I am pleasantly surprised by how good …
