The extra effort
Lee Radziwill
The Saturday after Thanksgiving our dear friends hosted a casual dinner that boasted no turkey. The group invited consisted of couples, singles, partners- some we have known forever and a few just met. The food was delicious, the wine plentiful and everyone was relieved the holiday was over.
The conversation flitted from funny survival stories of visiting relatives to how to navigate the upcoming Art Basel Miami. I looked around the table at the relaxed group and was impressed by one woman in particular. Most of us were in jeans and sweaters or a nice blouse but my friend had put in a little extra effort. This is usually Jennifer’s territory but it really struck me that even just lipstick can be a game changer. My friend shone compared to the rest of us. She was not in leopard Louboutins or a statement piece. Her hair was not “done” but it looked tended. She looked put together.
I was reminded that it does not take much and often less is best. Groomed and pretty trumps overtly sexy and elevates every look this holiday season.
Karen Graham
so well said!
How do we get American women to buy into the idea that less is more?
Less is best & looking effortlessly stylish is something I aspire to.
Perfectly put and welcome reminder!
I think simple classic elegance can also be sexy!
Wondering what she was wearing to look so effortlessly put together?!?
Hear, hear! Couldn’t agree more.
Love your blog, especially “Style Setters”!
Connie J.
“Groomed and pretty trumps overtly sexy and elevates every look this holiday season.”
Can you please go around to college campuses and remind our daughters that this is SO TRUE when it comes to dressing up? Less is not necessarily more.
So do tell! What was she wearing that made her look a little more special? All you mentioned was the lipstick! Not satisfied; need to know more!!!!
Full disclosure, my friend is gorgeous. She wore her dark, well cut hair pulled off her face with a simple headband, black wrap dress, gold earrings and lipstick. She is also a kind and upbeat person which adds to her beauty.