WITI (Women in Technology International) is one of the first groups for Women in Technology. With a global network approaching 2 million women it’s been a favorite resource of mine throughout …
Straw Bags for Springtime
If you’ve ever sat with Jessica and me you’ve heard us talk about the difference between a trend piece and an investment piece. We are never opposed to owning fashion …
Q & A With Sandra Mimran: Founder of Boost, Lingerie for Small Frames with Big Bustlines
We first noticed Sandra Mimran and Boost on Instagram @boostwr. Like Sandra, Jessica has a larger bust line on a smaller frame and solutions are always welcome. When we noticed that she …
James Patterson’s New Illustrated Book Asks: What if Penguins Behaved Like Humans? And the Results are Hilarious
This post is sponsored by Little, Brown & Co. James Patterson is on the morning shows talking about the thriller he cowrote with Bill Clinton. This should not be confused …
I Wear Lanvin Even Though They Blocked Us On Instagram
Lanvin blocked our Midlife account on Instagram and I am befuddled by the action. With more than 3 million followers how did someone at Lanvin decide that we are the women they …
Playing at the Cop Copine Showroom
This week Stefanie and I got to live a dream. Cop Copine opened their showroom for us and we were able to preview their fall lines as well as try …
Robin McGraw Revelation Skincare Review: Magical
Robin McGraw’s Revelation team offered to give us samples of her skincare line. We expected a few drops of each item in a little sachet but were surprised and delighted …
Près Creative: From FriendRaisers to Foundations
Keri Close lovingly makes jewelry that was worn with pride first by the women of Los Angeles, and now the country. Like many artisan businesses Près Creative Fine Handmade Jewelry was born …
Brisket Secrets: There’s a 2am Visit to the Oven
Stefanie and I were talking about Passover and family traditions. She wanted to know what to bring the hosts when you’re invited to a seder. This can be tricky, Kosher for …
My Daughter Came Out on Facebook
“Are you gay?” I asked my sixteen year-old daughter last October. “No,” she answered but I wasn’t sure. She didn’t seem gay (whatever that means), she’d only ever had boyfriends, …