Scarlet, you look amazing! I really like the tops in 3 and 9 with the shorts. I realize you might need a topper though. It's hard to make out the details of your black blazers, but a long one with a low stance should be pretty flop-proof. These work into a party capsule nicely, and I'll bet you'll be the only there wearing dressy shorts. Fun!

Denise, it's good to hear you like the tall pointy boots too. I like having the extra leg coverage. I guess you are right about our sad history

Ariadne, what a compliment, thank you!

Jude, thank you also for the great compliments. I am so glad you like the OTK boots and the tweedy jacket.

Claire, queen got-it-together, thank you!

You know what, I am starting to lean to number 3 now because I am liking the high neck. Also that sweater is an orphan I have hung onto for years as in 15 years because I just like it somehow, so it would be great to give it a new outing. I am considering wearing a waist length very thin down jacket as a coat but I can't decide if I should cover up more.

Shin dig is tomorrow!

I'm so late to this, but 3 is my fave! Hooray! You are so totally cool. And that is a very fun story about Angela Merkel...