Hi Angie and everyone,
Another long-time lurker getting to active participation after the changes in privacy. I've been following for 3 or 4 years now, and have learned so much from Angie and everyone who gives their time and shares their own insights and questions.
I'm in the San Francisco bay area, just turned 56, a teacher and school administrator. I let my hair go grey a few years ago and love it so much -- it's authentic, and students always pick up on that. The change in personal coloring has sent me on a long process of wardrobe revision, moving my wardrobe palate to suit and simplifying my closet at the same time. Since my career requires "business casual" I both prefer and am able to have a large overlap between weekend and work wear. Most of my closet consists of pieces from Theory, Vince, Eileen Fisher, and DvF. I'd shop at COS all the time if I could. I'm drawn to the Helmut Lang-Yamamoto-Demulemeester-Rick Owens aesthetic -- alot like Greyscale described (hi there!) I'm working on capsules lately, and especially appreciate Mo's recent off-topic post on how much is enough. Just how many bottoms, tops, and toppers do I need to feel I have enough within my given parameters of fit, flattery, and function (meetings, travel, immersion trips, teaching, community relations... climate). I love layering, and scarves as accessories, and minimal tightly edited wardrobes. I LOVE a uniform, don't need a lot of variety in silhouette. I struggle with putting together outfits and I've realized recently that it's because I buy too many duplicates. I'm very grateful for the years of wisdom I've already received and look forward to many more!
