Tag Archives: Fall Attire

Sunday Look: Snake Print Top

Happy Sunday! I’m back! My computer died on me about a month ago and I haven’t been able to share outfit details with you. Today I’m sitting here in front of my new computer.

I have some very exciting news to share. I’ve been selected to be a rewardStyle influencer. You will be able to follow me, styleyourbestbeauti via the LIKEtoKNOW.IT app. This is a very big deal and I’m so excited! I feel like I have arrived as a blogger and fashion influencer. If I put in the work, this could be life changing. Did I say I was excited? 🙂 🙂

Now that I’ve gotten that bit of news out of the way, let’s talk about the current fashion trend I’m obsessed with. Reptile print or snake print. My last Blog Post featured a soft snake skin dress. I’ve purchased a pair of snakeskin boots (that I’ve yet to wear). I’m obsessed with them too. I’m pretty much obsessed with anything and everything in that print.

Todays top featured a snake skin print with a smocked mock neck and tie front. The top is semi sheer and requires a cami if you are light skinned. With my darker skin, I was able to wear a black bra, I didn’t need a cami at all. In addition to the print the tie at the hemline did it for me.

I paired the top with a simple pair of gauchos. I kept the jewelry to a minimum. The neck was so pretty I didn’t want to distract from it. The same went for the sleeves, no bracelets needed. I played the look up with large faux diamond hoop earrings. I love how my Manolo dupes finished off the look.

My BAG today was a clear tote with black handle and black insert. Another fashion trend!

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There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Top: Express

Gaucho: Banana Republic

Bag: Forever 21

Shoes: ALBA

Galatians 1:11-15

Sunday Look: Soft Snakeskin Print

Hello guys, Happy Sunday. How do you go about building your wardrobe? Are you a trend follower or do you just go with what you like? I’m a little bit of both. If I like a current trend, I search for it and go for it! I also build my wardrobe around what I like. You know my favorite saying “If you like it, wear it”

If you are up-to-date on your fashion trends, you know that snakeskin print is trending big time. Many of you know, I’ve always been a fan of animal print, but this snakeskin print has me excited! I’ve seen this print in dresses, cardigans, shirts, shoes, handbags, etc. And I’m here for it all!

I picked up this snakeskin pattern contemporary dress with a tie waist and pleated skirt a couple of months ago. I think I was attracted to the softness of the two-tone print. It screams dressy.

This dress was really easy to accessorize. The softness automatically called for some sort of pearl. I didn’t want to go with all pearl accessories, I mixed it up. I chose a metal three-tier ball earring in gold, silver and rose gold. I added a rose colored pearl necklace and bangle. Believe it or not, I had to work for the shoe. I tried a few before I settled on a pointy, closed toe high heel that paired perfectly with one of the colors in the dress.

My BAG; a suede triangle patch work clutch in four different colors. It was a nice contrast to the print of my dress and shoes.

Leave me a comment about how you feel about snakeskin print.

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Dress: June & Hudson

Shoes: Charlotte Russe (old)

Handbag: Sam Moon

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

I Cor: 16-2

Sunday Look: Fully Vested

Hello and Happy Sunday. Can you say “ooh la, la” for the cooler weather? You know (cooler weather) it’s my jam! 😉 . Sometimes I imagine what it would be like to live in a cooler climate. A friend recently move back home to Montana. She has been teasing me with her cooler temps, sitting fireside and snow. Yes snow, as early as September mind you. Imagine the wardrobe!

Back to reality Carolyn 😉 😉 . Today’s outfit was worn with a Central Texas Fall in mind. A navy blue two piece long vest and wide legged pant. The vest flows freely with every step. The semi-ruffled front and side splits adds major detail. I paired it with a simple off-white top. A top in the orange and yellow family would look great as well. This vest can become a Fall wardrobe staple, simply by adding a turtle neck, skinny jeans and boots! If I decide to go for this look I will be sure to snap a pic.

I chose pearl accessories. Gold hoop earrings with a single pearl bead, along with a single strand pearl necklace. Metallic blue pointy toe pumps added the wow! I LOVE these shoes…

My BAG today was a multi colored clutch of blue, black, white and red floral print.

Sunday Look Oct. 6, 2019

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Vest and Pant: Gibson Latimer

Bag: ALDO

Shoes: Guess

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Revelation 2: 18-29

Sunday Look: A Summer Like Fall

Hello and Happy Sunday! I told myself a few weeks ago that I would wait until Fall for my next Blog Post. Well, Fall is here yet it still feels like summer. I would be hard pressed to wear anything other than cool clothing. Come on Fall weather, I’ll wait….

Now that Labor Day has passed don’t be surprised if you still see me wearing white. I don’t follow that age old rule. Do you?

I seem to be on a yellow kick here lately. You know how they say “that’s your color” I think its mine. It gives me a certain glow 🙂 .

Looks from the past few weeks….

Yellow & Black (Sept 8, 2019)
Dress: Michael Kors, Bag: A New Day
Living My Life Like It’s Golden (Sep 15, 2019)
Dress: Gianni Bini, Bag: Louis Vuitton, Shoes: Vince Camuto
End of Summer Sashay in Chambray (Sep 22, 2019)
Dress: Banana Republic, Bag: Tory Burch, Shoes: Steve Madden

Today’s outfit is my third yellow look this month. It wasn’t planned, I never know what I’m going to wear ahead of time.

Today I’m wearing a cotton linen blend, tiered A-line maxi dress. In yellow of course. Again not planned. I was actually trying to be cool, no pun intended 😉 .

Can we talk about the ELEPHANT in the room LOL, LOL… When I tell you this necklace was an attention grabber from the moment I stepped into the doors of the church. And to think I almost didn’t purchase this necklace. I had second thoughts this morning too. Now I love it! It certainly made a statement. I finished the accessories with gold drop loop earrings and a gold bracelet. My trusty cork texture high heel sandals always comes through in a pinch. After-all who wants to wear closed toe shoes after having a new coat of polish on their toes? Honestly, they really pair well with yellow.

My BAG today was another trusty accessory I can always count on. Everyone should invest in a wood/bamboo handbag. It can be carried in all seasons.

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it….

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Dress: Chelsea and Violet

Shoes: Vince Camuto

Bag; Cult Gaia

Necklace: Landry

Earrings: Anna & Ava

James 1: 2-5 & 12

Sunday Look: Holiday Beginnings in Red

Happy Sunday and Hello December!  Can you believe the holiday’s are really officially here?  It seems like people get into the holiday spirit earlier and earlier every year.  I always have this idea in my head about what my holiday wardrobe will be (or what I would like for it to be).  In all actuality, it never happens the way I envision.  That’s OK though, somehow I always manage to pull something together.   Most of you know that RED is my favorite color, and I always try to fit it into my holiday wardrobe.
Trending fabrics this season are plaid Image result for christmas plaid fabric and sequin Image result for sequin fabric .  I love (red) plaid for the holidays and I can’t express myself enough regarding sequin.  I’m all about the · bling · 😉 .
Today I wore red, (duh!)…  The two-piece sleeveless midi dress and matching long cardigan can be worn any season.  This morning was a little bit cool and the cardigan was a perfect accompaniment.

I accessorized with a matching two-toned clutch and shoes.   I don’t normally match those two, but today I decided to twin 😉 .  I added a statement necklace in red and thick gold hoop earrings.  Nothing more.

I’m so excited for the holidays. I’m trying to get my house decorated.  Take  a peek.
There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Dress and Cardigan: 7th Ave for NY & Co (old)
Shoes & Clutch: ALDO (old)
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

John 14:6, Psalm 23:6, Romans 5:8

Sunday Look: Plaid on Point

Happy Sunday… I hope everyone had a very pleasant Thanksgiving.  We had twelve family and friends at the dinner table, my heart was happy.   As a blogger I missed the opportunity to take advantage of the “Black Friday Sales”.  I’m sure there were some great deals out there I could have shared with you today.  Maybe next year 😉 .  I have to admit I was exhausted.  I must have been really tired, I did not wake up until around 8:50 am this morning.  This is highly unusual for me.  I’m usually up around 7:00 am.  I had no time to plan an outfit.  I picked the first thing I saw and added to it.  I have to admit it was so much easier, I didn’t have time to put a lot of thought into it.   I should do that more often 🙂 .  It’s officially the holiday season guys!  I’m excited for the holiday fashions.  I’m looking forward to seeing what you guys will be wearing this Holiday Season.
For this last Sunday in November, I’m feeling the Fall vibe.  I’ve been itching to wear plaid, It’s trending big-time right now!  I chose this plaid print top with a mix of hounds-tooth (or it chose me) with the look of two tops rolled into one, a twofer.  The bottom half looks like a corset with a tie front.  The top half is a classic shirt with collar and button front which I left unbuttoned.   I paired it with a pair of black palazzo pants.

My accessories were very simple.  I added a layered necklace within the button front.  Big earrings and a wide bracelet.  I wore black patent leather pointy toe heels to give me some height.  I’m  5’4″ and have to stay elevated for most of my pants to not drag the ground 😉 .

My BAG today was playful, a two toned black and white square clutch with YES & NO printed on each side.  Fun, fun, fun…

Style Tip:  This top would also look good with a long pencil skirt -or- A-line maxi skirt.
There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Top: New York & Co. (currently sold out)
Pants: Gibson & Latimer (last season)
Shoes: Jessica Simpson (old)
Bag: Sam Moon
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Exodus 14: 10-17

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday Look: Bold Animal Print

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: She In A Graphic Tee

Hello, Happy Sunday…. Welcome to November!  I can’t, November already.  November is a huge month in my family.  We have three birthdays and our wedding anniversary.  Just so happens, our anniversary falls on Thanksgiving this year. Does that mean I still have to cook? LOL…  That would be a yes!  😉 .  Oh! hopefully you remembered to set your clock back 1 hour.  Did you enjoy that extra hour of sleep?

Today’s outfit, OBSESSED!…  I grabbed this colorful graphic tee-shirt while in Las Vegas a few weeks ago.  I had to have it.  It was meant for me, it was the last one in the store my size. I love the portrayal of a positive black women. The graphics are so vibrant. I love her blue eyeliner and yellow glasses.  Her earring really pops with the colorful gemstones applique.  I had to style her with “metallic jeans”.  I gave the tee a little front tuck.  I love the two together.  Did I say “I’m obsessed” ?  because I am…  It was quite the conversation piece today too.

 

I got questions as to how I was going to have it laundered.  Her earring applique is removable, BUT  I may frame it to preserve!

A graphic tee this bold needs little to no accessories.  I wasn’t about to take anything away from her.  I mimicked her earring with a pair of long dangles with clear gemstones.  Now, let’s talk about the Animal in the room 🙂 .  These animal print pumps (I picked these up in Las Vegas too!)  I knew the moment I saw them I would wear them with this tee.  I love to play with mixed prints.  I mean… ♥♥♥

My BAG today, a cute little black quilted velvet shoulder bag.   I kept it simple so she could be the center of attention.

There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Tee: Zara
Jeans: New York & Co. (old)
Shoes: Zara
Bag: Sam Moon
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Malachi 3: 6-11 & Matthew 6:24

Sunday Look: A Texas Fall & Florals

Happy Sunday everyone…. Its been a couple of weeks since I’ve had a chance to post.   I’m back even though I’m very late.  I’ve been very busy these last couple of week.  I managed to sneak in a little bit of travel.  A girls trip to Las Vegas 😉 .   It’s amazing how fast times is passing us by.  It will be November in a few days.  I don’t want to think about it.   I wouldn’t be myself if I didn’t comment on the crazy Fall weather we’ve been having.  I was SOOOOO excited when we had our little cool snap a couple of weeks ago.   Today, not so much, but it’s all good.
That leads me to today’s outfit.  I was really struggling this morning, I had my mind set on cooler weather.  Lucky for me I have some hidden gems in the back of my closet.  I purchased this floral jewel tone dress with three-quarter length bell sleeves last year during a Macy’s end of year sale.  The colors are just beautiful, wouldn’t you agree?   I almost forgot about it until this morning.

I knew I wanted to wear a shade of pink today no matter what.  I like to show support for Breast Cancer Awareness month.  The colors in my dress allowed me to do just that through earrings.  The pink balls with added bling set the tone for my other jewelry accessories.  The collar necklace was made for this dress and I didn’t even know it.. LOL!  It was perfect.  I finished my jewelry choices with silver bangles.  But…. wait a minute.  I don’t know how I did it, but I chose the perfect shoe.  A turquoise suede pointy toe high heel.  I was like, WOW! this really looks good with all the beautiful colors.   I’m amazed how things always manage to come together.   I was thrilled with this outcome 🙂  🙂 .

My BAG today, a faux leather shoulder bag with a large faux reptile print.

There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Dress: INC (International Concepts)
Shoes:  Jessica Simpson
Bag: Sam Moon
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

2 Cor 10: 13-18

Sunday Look: Butterfly Maxi

Happy Sunday everyone.  Ever feel like there isn’t enough hours in the day?  I wish we had an extra day to just chill…  Time is moving, we’re moving deeper into the Fall season and I’m loving every minute of it!
Today’s outfit was a crowd pleaser, I got so many complements on this dress.  Funny, I was just saying last week that I didn’t wear very many maxi dresses and ended up wearing another one this week 🙂 .  The butterfly motif makes for a very exotic  look.  The abundance of fabric flows like a butterfly too.   Even though I love all the deep beautiful colors, I wasn’t happy with the overall look of the dress.  I changed the look by doing two little things.  For starters, I pushed the long elastic sleeves midway up my arms, doing this made a “bell-like” sleeve. I also added a wide belt to the elastic waistband.  These two simple changes created a totally different look.  It was that easy 😉 !

The neckline has a very deep “V” where I chose to wear a jeweled collar necklace.  It also has a front center split which mimics the V-neckline.  I decided on a neutral shoe, (pointy toe pumps) so they wouldn’t get lost in all the color.  The wide neutral belt served the same purpose, breaking up the color pallet. Plus, look at my waist… it’s cinched BABY! Colorful earrings and bangles rounded out the accessories.
Style Tip:  Don’t be afraid to use neutrals, they can enhance a bold color pallet. 

My BAG today was a neutral tote, I felt like I needed something substantial next to all that colorful goodness 🙂 .

There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…

Dress: SB Fashion (The dress was purchased at a little shop that’s now closed).
Shoes: BCBGeneration
Bag: Zara
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Psalm 24: 1, Matthew 6: 21