Brenda Butler

Friends traveling together can be a cautious dance until you've practiced the steps a few times. You find out who snores and who can't tolerate it, who must have the...

We know that the earthen and pale colors of spring and summer are with us: wheat, sand, terra cotta, seagrass, persimmon, etc., for all you catalog junkies. So are the...

The word from Paris was that the French and the Americans are worlds apart. Americans love sportswear and the French love to dress up. The reports from Milan were that...

These aren't your typical little black dresses. In fact, they are anything but black. They lie in the realm of pretty. By that, we mean they are embellished, tweaked, adorned...

Life is complex--work, kids, stress, priorities. The last thing women want to worry about is fussy, complicated clothing. You want comfort, ease and good looks. The formula? White shirts, full...

Let's get down to basics. Look no further than a one-piece suit. Bikinis and other two-piecers are great. If you've got the body, we're happy for you. But the maillot,...

The spring coat: Beyond the reliable trench A colleague wonders why anyone would want a spring coat. "I'd never wear one," she says, then quickly retracts that never: "Oh, remember...

Let's first state the obvious: For spring 1998, many of the looks mirror what you already have--sensible pantsuits, dress suits, long skirts, short skirts. You get the picture. These are...

Cropped pants and capris are definitely a seasonal thing. Take a look at the three from the right: Reserve them for beach vacations, cruise ships, weekend outings, picnics by the...

She has a look that seldom is matched. Until someone copies it. She's a standout and a knockout. This woman needs no advice, never asks "experts" and cares nothing about...