I recently broke my vow of abstinence…vis a vis shopping that is, to spend a few ducats at the exquisite Tracy Reese boutique down on Hudson Street.  It’s a light filled oasis of calm, civility and femininity in the midst of the city’s bustle.   The entire boutique invites one to linger and savor the surrounding beauty. Crystal chandeliers dangle above the racks of exquisitely displayed floral print dresses and gossamer gowns.  The most delightful surprise of all (other than the hand painted Ladies Room) was the price point.   Tracy has put the “R” in reasonable retail.  I emerged with two dresses, a pair of uber chic skinny jeans and two light as clouds summer cotton sweaters without having dipped into my retirement fund.  Because of Tracy, ten years from now I won’t need to announce to my daughter “Sorry, sweetie, no private college for you.   But don’t you love Mommy’s couture wardrobe?”  Tracy’s styles are feminine, modern and timeless, suitable for young professional women in their twenties and the peri-menopausal like yours truly.  I bought a beautifully constructed brown and cream sleeveless shift Jackie O would proudly have sported on the cobblestone streets of Capri that has instantly become my summer uniform.   Best of all is the name of the collection “Plenty.”   It reminded me to count my blessings!