Thanks, Janet! I was taken by the star pattern myself! I was thrilled when it went on sale last week.
Fsshiontern, I can see myself going with this for our short mild winter, but I'm pretty sure come summer I'll be back in my dresses again. It's just. so. hot. here I can't imagine wearing anything else. I'm enjoying this a lot though.
Bonnie, thanks! I am a novice faux-tucker. I'm pretty sure there's a blog post here from a few years ago on the subject I need to revisit.
Always trying, yes! Change IS good! I need to be reminded of that sometime. I get comfortable and stuck in a rut very easily.
La Pedestrienne, thank you! You have a good eye. I think you're right too, it feels very comfortable!
Zaeobi, I use Kevin Murphy Free Hold. It smells amazing.
Suz, what a boost! Thank you.
Emily and Elizabeth, I so appreciate you using the word authentic. So many times in the past I have just felt like I was playing dress up or trying to fit in. It's demoralizing and uncomfortable. But I feel like it suits me!
Juniper Green, Diana, Meredith, thank you! You help me feel more confident to try more new things.
Angie, lesson learned, and from your fabulous blog posts.
Liz A., I could hug you right now. No one's ever said that to me before!