First Class Seats

First Class Seats

Dear Kelley, How do I score 1st class seats on a flight – without breaking the bank? Wow it’s gotten really tough. Back in the day, if there was available first class seats on a flight you had booked, you could upgrade for around $100 or even less. Enter...
One Day in Paris

One Day in Paris

Dear Kelley, I’ve never been to Paris and will have the opportunity to spend one day there in the next couple weeks. What do I absolutely want to see and do during my brief visit? Lucky you!!! There’s a LOT you can do in a day! Here’s a one-day itinerary...
Last-Minute Potluck

Last-Minute Potluck

Dear Kelley, My manager at work had a last-minute idea to have a holiday potluck at work … tomorrow! I have no idea what to make/bring, and I don’t have much time to prepare anything. I’m a pretty good cook and I have a tendency to go overboard for a potluck trying to...
Are Designer Labels Worth It?

Are Designer Labels Worth It?

Dear Kelley, Is it worth it to buy designer labels? Yes, no, maybe – here’s the thing … quality shows. I was recently talking to a friend who is a stylist to celebrities. She specializes in red carpet. And she knows her stuff. She mentioned a designer to me that she...
Should Women Over 50 Wear Red Lipstick?

Should Women Over 50 Wear Red Lipstick?

Dear Kelley, I’ve heard that women over 50 shouldn’t wear red lipstick. Is it true? The short answer is no, it’s not true – I wouldn’t base any decision on the number of times I circled the sun. Do you look good in red, and does it make you feel good? Do even you look...