Every year, fashion magazines rehash the age-old debate: “Do we really have to wait until after Memorial Day to wear white?” But actually, though this is an old-fashioned question, it’s not actually “age-old.” The “no white before Memorial Day or after Labor Day” rule is said to have originated in the 1930’s when the very wealthy began wearing nothing but… Read More
5 Things I Love About Maurices
The first time I walked into Maurices, I was hesitant. After all, it wasn’t Target one of my usual shopping stops. My first impression was pretty mild. It looked like decent clothes, but nothing jumped out at me. However, the more I looked around, the more I liked it. Suddenly, for the first time, I had a Maurices Moment. What… Read More
About Caroline
Why I love Punjammies
While I put my pajamas on and go downstairs for a family movie night or midnight snack, millions of girls around the world are stepping out of their homes to do their job. Only it isn’t a job, it’s a form of torture. And a brothel is no place to call “home.” Why Punjammies Are Important Did you know that… Read More
About Caroline
vaguely vintage: how to avoid the costume look
I have always, always had a thing for “the olden days.” The 1990’s and early 2000’s found me reading the American Girl books and ardently wishing I could’ve helped in the war effort…of every American war. I was always pretending to be a Victorian orphan turned heiress, a patriot girl turned war nurse or the belle of some turn-of-the-century ball. I just loved all… Read More
About Caroline
feminine and comfortable (a cardinal rule)
Ever wished you could sit down with a classy lady and talk to her about her wardrobe, how she found her style, and what her essentials for adding beauty to her life are? Now with Adornabelle’s new feature,”Interviews with Belles”, you can do just that! Today I am very pleased to introduce you to a dear friend of Adornabelle’s and a… Read More