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Sunday Look: Utility Jumpsuit

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Happy Super Sunday! Today is the day, Super Bowl Sunday… No big party plans over here.  Just me and the husband hanging out. Did you know that today’s date is a rare eight-digit palindrome (reads the same, forward and backward), 02/02/2020 — the only one of its kind this century!

I usually designate Super Bowl Sunday as a casual or dress down kinda day.  I did that (I think) in this Utility Jumpsuit.  This jumpsuit reminded me of my childhood.  My uncle wore a utility Jumpsuit all the time.  I think my dad did too.  It has all the components, front zipper, utility pockets and elastic waist with an attached belt. Upon first look, you either like it or you hate it, that was my first impression.  In order to settle that argument in my head, I had to try it on.  Surprisingly, I loved it!  It’s very comfortable, the fabric has the feel of suede.  The print is a snake skin.  I’m wearing a medium.

 

This jumpsuit can be styled so many different ways.  I was going for a semi casual look.  I accessorized light today.  Only wearing large gold hoop earrings with pearls and a gold choker.  My shoes made it dressy.  Yes. I mixed my prints.  Animal print heels went so well with the golden color of the fabric.  I consider animal print a neutral, which means it goes with anything. NO RULES…

My BAG, a small black suede handbag with a colorful tie enter-twined between the chain handle.

There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…

Jumpsuit: Apt. 9

Shoes: Zara

Bag: ALDO

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Book of Luke

Sunday Look: Faux Leather “Restyled”

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Happy Sunday Guys!  How is the start of 2020 treating you?  I’m having a little bit of a struggle trying to get back into a routine.  I had no trouble celebrating my 59th birthday last Wednesday 🙂 .  I celebrated my actual “birthday” with the family only.

I celebrated again on Friday with my husband, daughter and several close friends.

Oh! I almost forgot, I did a mimi photo shoot on my birthday too. I will share those pics soon.

Today’s dress was a repeat. I restyled it with different accessories. I last wore this dress February of 2016.

Surprisingly, my husband remembered my dress from last time.  He actually chose it for me.  The color reminded him of his favorite college football team.

This time around I wore rose gold jewelry and solid colored heels.  That’s all I had to do in order to change it up.

My BAG today, the cutest little animal print handbag. I consider animal print a neutral. It was a nice contrast to the tone on tone of my dress and heels.

Shopping your closet can make something old, new again!

There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Dress: Chelsea & Violet

Shoes: Christian Louboutin

Bag: @TJ Maxx

John 11:1-4

Sunday Look: Holiday Red “Animal Print Trimmed in Red”

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Hello friends! By now, most of us are in full holiday mode. Planning family gatherings, parties, menus and gift giving. I just love this time of year!

For me, wardrobe planning is a great part of my holiday planning. Like I mentioned last week, I like to wear RED on Sunday’s in December. It’s sort of my homage to Christmas.

Today’s outfit is a twist, yet it included RED. I loved the idea of wearing animal print. It’s just another way to add that element of surprise to any holiday outfit. I’ve always talked about pulling out one color in your outfit to accessorize. The sash was trimmed in RED which gave me the style opportunity.

In keeping with my theme, I accessorized in RED. Teardrop earrings, a beaded necklace and the perfect shade of RED heels topped with a bow. How perfect is that?

My BAG today, a small RED vinyl wristlet. Simply stated.

Don’t be afraid to add another element of style to any outfit.

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Dress: Eliza J

Shoes: Chinese Laundry

Mark 1:23-36 & Matthew 1:23

Sunday Look: The Power of Red

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Happy Sunday everyone! I missed you last week… Everyone knows how I love the cold right? Well, last week for some reason the wind cut right through me, it took hours for my body to warm up. I was like, what’s happening? Living in Texas you can count on experiencing all four season in one week. You’d think I would be use to it by now (HA!)

Well, today was a cool day and I was prepared. Yes, I wore a coat for a change. I don’t get many chances to wear one being the hot box that I am. I figured today was my best chance.

If you know me, you know that my favorite color is RED. When I saw this red and black animal print dress with high collar and long sleeves I had to have it. I didn’t try it on before I purchased it (wish I had) I could have sized down one. (Unfortunately this particular dress is sold out. I will link a similar one down below). I also purchased this red one button double weave coat with front pockets. I didn’t have a solid red coat in my wardrobe. It helped that it was on sale too! The dress and coat turned out to be a perfect combination for not being planned.

I decided to accessorize with black accessories. I wore extra long black earrings with a black/gold necklace. And I used a black ribbon as a belt. Instead of wearing pumps I wore black knee high leather boots with a medium heel.

My BAG today was a faux leather flap bag. It was all about the black accessories.

Everything I wore today is on sale “now” get them while you can.

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Dress: Zara

Coat: Express

Boots: Sam Edelman

Purse: Express (similar black bags here)

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Psalm 11: 1-7

Sunday Look: Bold Animal Print

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Happy Sunday…. You all know I’m smiling from ear to ear.  Why? Because this is my kind of weather.  I’m loving this little cool spell we’re having.  It was so nice to wear something fitting for the season.  I had a little bit of sticker shock this weekend at the dry-cleaners. Keep in mind that I don’t take things to the dry-cleaners very often.  I had no clue what it would cost to dry-clean a light-weight jacket.  I was shocked, when the cashier said $16 See the source image .

Let’s talk about this jacket.  I’ve had it for about five years (that’s why I had to take it to the dry-cleaners).  I love to go shopping in my closets when the seasons change.  I totally forgot I had this jacket.  Can’t remember the last time I wore it either.

Animal  print is such a Fall staple, add black and white to the mix and you have a classic look.  I love the belted look on jackets.  You can tie a giant bow or a knot.  I opted for a knot.  I also like how you can pop the collar if you like.  Black ankle length slacks paired perfectly with the jacket.  Each piece is so simple, put them together and you get a fashionable look 😉 .

I accessorized with a multi strand of white pearls and pearl earrings.
Black patent leather pointy toe heels added a polished finish.

My BAG today was a satin clutch with a whimsical closure,  This bag can be worn as a shoulder bag too!  That’s how I carried it today.

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There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Jacket: Talie (old)
Slacks: Cremieux
Shoes: BCBGeneration
Bag: Kate Landry
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley ♥

Acts 12: 1-5, 7 & 11

Sunday Look: Animal Print Jacket Dress

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Happy Sunday!  We had a very rainy Sunday morning which makes for some good sleep LOL!  We’ve had lots of rain lately.  Had to pull out the rain boots.  What do you wear on a Sunday morning when you aren’t feeling rain boots?  That was my dilemma this morning.   Animal print is what you wear LOL… surprisingly I saw several outfits this morning in animal print.   If I had to pick a favorite animal print I would say Leopard Print is my favorite.  It’s the perfect bold and classy print for Fall and Winter.  I haven’t worn it this winter at all, not sure why because I love it.

Today’s outfit features the Leopard print jacket dress.  The layers of fabric makes for an even flow rounding out this high-low jacket dress.  I added a wide belt to cinch my waist for a more tailored look.  I also added a black legging.  It even has pockets 🙂 that’s always a nice addition to any outfit.

In addition to the wide belt I wanted to wear an earring that stood out as well.  I did that with a three tier bauble.  Even though I wore a long necklace it was almost lost on the animal print.   I needed something bolder to stand out (lesson learned).  I wore my all time favorite pointy toe high heel pumps.  If it had been really cold out, I would have opted for thigh-high boots 😉 !  In addition to the black accessories I could have easily paired red or brown.  Both of these colors look great with Leopard animal print.  I also could have worn the jacket dress open with a black shift cinched at the waist with a patent red leather belt.  Oh! the possibilities!

My BAG was a flat envelop clutch.  I had a vision of a long rectangular clutch but I settled for a square one instead.  Sometimes you just know.
There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Jacket Dress: NF
Shoes: Guess
Bag: Aldo
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

1 Cor 9: 19-23

 

 

Sunday Look: Relaxed Neutral Territory

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Happy Sunday everyone!  Another beautiful winter day in Texas.

Today’s look is a little more relaxed than normal.  I love the neutral look especially “winter white”.  It’s such a crisp relaxed look and one that can be worn in all seasons.  I chose simple straight leg slacks and a sleeveless top with a turtle neck.  The look really pops when you add a second color to the mix.  I did that by adding a long cardigan with two neutral colors.  It doesn’t hurt when those two colors make animal print 🙂  I also love to pair gold and pearls with winter white.

I accessorized with a matching two-toned trio “necklace, bracelet and earrings”.  I opted for open toe boots in the same neutral color pallet.

My BAG: today I went BIG…  This relaxed looked called for a much bigger bag.

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Top: Investments

Slacks: Investments

Long Cardigan: Ruby Rd.

Boots: Calvin Klein

Purse: Kate Spade

Jewelry Trio: Kennedy Row @Dillards

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Matthew 5:33-37

 

Sunday Social: Blue Animal Print

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Welcoming this first Sunday of October with animal print… BLUE animal print and soft pants. I’ve always associated animal print with cooler weather. Even though we aren’t quite there our mornings and nights are very pleasant. It almost feels like “Fall” is in the air.  SO why not bring out the animal print. I admit the blue is different… but I like it.
I’m such a fan of the “soft pant” especially when they hug at the ankle. Talk about comfort…
Finishing the look-  silver heels, statement necklace and bangles. Let’s GO….
There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…
Top: Vince Camuto – Dillard’s
Pants: Bobeau- Nordstrom
Shoes: Love Fury- Nine West
Bag: Charming Charlie
Watch: Michael Kors

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley