I guess I'm in the midst of an unofficial style refresh. Last week I went out to try new styles of tops. I don't have a lot that's transitional, and I definitely don't have any of the new silhouettes. Partly because it takes a fitted top with hip room to actually fit me, much less look remotely flattering.

I suspected that the with the right half-tuck and drapey fabrics, I could make some things work. I came home with three tops (and a surprise dress), all of which I love. This is the one that I can get away with wearing while it's yet hot.

The top is from Thakoon (new to me); very lightweight, I think a printed smooth georgette. The crew neck is regular knit, so it has a sporty feel. But the shoulders fit me perfectly. The sleeves have button cuffs, also fitting me perfectly in both length and width. The rest of it... well, it doesn't begin to fit over my hips, even with the short side slits. It's very straight. But I think I can do a half tuck with other bottoms when it gets cooler, so that shouldn't matter. It seems to work in the dressing room.

For the rest, it's a mix: Suede snakeskin-look navy belt from Talbot's, a clearance find; a white piqué skirt made by me; and 1940s navy leather peep-toe sandals. They were unworn and in the original box when I got them. They're the most comfortable heels I own; I had the heels re-soled last year.