Tag Archives: Spring Colors

Sunday Look: Chambray Floral Lace

Hello and Happy first Sunday. Last week was very busy. I had so much running around to do, all while trying to stay cool and look professional at the same time. I plan on living in light weight (professional) clothing. I’m looking for anything that has holes in it 🙂 .

Speaking of holes, today’s outfit had to be extra special. I was part of the Church program for our Graduation Service. This feminine dress is cast in floral lace and floral appliques with a flirty flounce hem and an attached lining for full coverage.  The perfect choice for daytime affairs, night time and church of course. This is the dress I told you about a couple of weeks ago. Remember, I requested a large and the sales clerk pulled me an extra large. What do you think, do I need an extra large? NO !!!!!! The large fit nicely.

The neck of this dress is so pretty and detailed with the floral appliques I couldn’t cover that up. I chose necklace with a longer chain. You can still see the beautiful neckline. I wore a turquoise, triangle shaped earring that went well with both the necklace and dress. I pulled out the lining color by wearing a pointy toe, high heel shoe in the same color. When I purchased this dress, I knew exactly what shoe I was going to wear. When you know, you know!

Why not throw a fun handbag in the mix. I felt my bamboo ark bag went nicely and added some additional texture. One of my favorite handbags to carry!

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it!

Dress: Michael Kors, Bag: Cult Gaia, Shoes: Christian Louboutin, Earrings: Landry

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Sunday Look: Vertical Stripes

Happy Sunday! This month is flying outta here isn’t it? It’s time to start planning a vacation. I have no idea where we should go. I see all these different outfits that’s giving me so much inspiration. I’m feeling tropical. While I’m so ready to jet off somewhere, I’m also a bit scared. Just give me the vacation wardrobe!

Today’s outfit would be perfect for any vacation. The vertical stripes in this two piece top and pants (with pockets and attached belt) can be worn together like I’m wearing it with a simple front tuck or you can wear them separately. Just think, these two pieces are very versatile. You can easily get three different outfits. These pants look great with a white hi-low top and the top looks great with white jeans or shorts. And you know what they say “vertical stripes make you look thinner” I’m all for looking thinner 😉 .

No accessories are really needed for this outfit, BUT I had to accessorize. I felt like these silver ball drop earrings, silver disc necklace and my bangles dresses up an otherwise simple outfit. That’ the BEAUTI of versatility! I love how the white pointy toe pumps tie into the entire outfit.

My BAG, you’ve seen it before. I have this bag in a few different colors and It’s one of my go to Sunday bags. I love the chain detail.

What are your vacation plans?

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Top & Pants: New York & Co. Shoes: BCBG Bag: ALDO

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Revelations 2:8-11

Sunday Look: Sunshine

Hello and Happy Sunday… You can really tell Spring has sprung around here. We’ve had some pretty nice days and some hot ones too. It’s time we went full bloom. 

Speaking of clothing, I have a couple of stories to share with you. I was in a retail store and saw a dress I really liked that was on the mannequin. I asked a floor attendant if they had it in stock. She said, “let me check” and asked me what size I needed. I said “a LARGE.” She came back with the dress and said, “I pulled you an EXTRA LARGE”. I didn’t ask for an extra large I asked for a LARGE! She pulled me a large and it fit perfectly. My question is this… Should she have pulled the size I asked for in the beginning? Was she calling me fat? I’m not so sure how I felt about it. Am I over exaggerating? What are your thoughts?

Second story. I was in a restaurant and a server dropped his tray and something splashed all over my new dress.  The server was apologetic and got me a hot, wet napkin to clean my dress. A few minutes later the manager comes over to see if I was successful in removing whatever they spilled from my dress. I have one question… What happened to giving the patron something for the mishap? They could have offered to clean my dress. They could have offered me a gift card, desert or something. I got nothing, just an apology. I guess I should be grateful for that! What do you think?

Let’s talk about today’s outfit. I was so excited about this yellow tiered sun dress. I loved the scalloped straps, they differ from your traditional spaghetti straps. I also felt it was appropriate for church, no need for a cover-up. The color is so vivid and screams Spring & Summer. This dress would look good with flat sandals as well.

I chose to accessorize with some fun, white, 3D earrings in the shape of a flower; paired with a flower necklace . I added three bangles for an added layer of color. My shoes really set off the entire outfit. The colorful floral fabric jumped out at you immediately. Such a great look!

My BAG today was also an added pop of color. I chose a green handbag with a gold strap. The green bag pulled out the green in my shoe.

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Dress: Michael Kors, Shoes: Jessica Simpson, Bag: BCBG, Jewelry: A New Day

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Revelations 2:1-7

Sunday Look: Mother’s Day 2019

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers, grandmother’s and mother figures!  I’m so blessed to be the mother of two very wonderful children, Darwin and Tarryn.  With the help of my husband we truly raised two incredible humans.

Mothers Day is always hard for me.  I say I’m not going to cry and end up doing so anyway.  It mostly happens at church, especially when the men sing “Mama”  I totally break down.  I miss my mother!

My Sweet Mama

I will keep today’s post short.  Oh! when I tell you I struggled last night trying to find something to wear on this special day “Mother’s Day”.  Let’s just say nothing fit 😉 .  Reality ladies, reality. 

Today’s outfit was a tent dress.  I’ve worn one of these before.  I love the off-the-shoulder look the most.  You know my saying; “A woman’s shoulders are the most beautiful part of her body”.  It doesn’t hurt that this dress has pockets either.

Accessorizing was soooo simple.  Long silver and white earrings, with a charmless silver choker.  I loaded up on silver bangles, can’t get enough.  I chose a high heel pump with a very pointy toe and spikes all around.  I’ve been itching to wear this shoe for over a year now.  Today was the perfect day to rock them! 

My handbag was special. A gift from my husband.  A large colorful clutch, that can be worn with just about any color.  It was a great compliment to my outfit. 

This is what makes me a mom and grandmother!

My Beautiful Daughter
My #1 Son
All my grand girls!
The Best Card Ever

Happy Mother’s Day!!!! Enjoy!  

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Dress: Vasna, Shoes, Christian Louboutin, Bag: Tory Burch

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

John 19: 24-27

Sunday Look: Jumpsuit Season

Happy Sunday….. Welcome to S*P*R*I*N*G, we’ve finally come full circle. I think the worst is over now and we can all settle in and enjoy what’s to come.

It’s jumpsuit season and shoulder season. So pull out those jumpsuits, rompers and off-the-shoulder outfits. It’s time…

Today’s outfit, a two for one. A jumpsuit that’s off-the-shoulder. This particular one is Springy with all the floral print. I guess I got a three for one 😉 . This jumpsuit features a wide leg, popover bodice and elastic neckline. I purchased this jumpsuit last Spring, but never got to wear it. I plan on shopping my closet more, stay tuned to see what I pull out next 😉 . It’s all new to me if I pull the tag off for the first time!

Today’s accessories were very understated. A jumpsuit this colorful is enough to stand on its own. I kept the earring muted as well as the choker. My first thought was to not wear anything around my neck, which would’ve been perfectly fine. When wearing off-the-shoulder outfits, your shoulders are sometimes enough. I did add two colorful bangles, a must for me 🙂 . I decided to pull out the orange color in the jumpsuit with a deep orange high heel platform sandal.

My BAG today was an orange flap shoulder bag with gold hardware.

This outfit was effortless to style. Style should be effortless.

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Jumpsuit (Soprano), Shoes, (Gianni Bini), Bag (ALDO)

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Judges 7:1-9

Sunday Look: It’s A Wrap “Jumpsuit”

Happy Sunday… and Happy St. Patrick’s Day to all that celebrate. Another week in the books. This month is moving quickly. Next week Winter will be over and Spring will hopefully show up in its place. I’m already there in my mind. Pretty sure we have a few more Winter episodes lurking in the background. I’m not waiting, I’ve already started my Spring wardrobe.

Today I chose a floral wrap jumpsuit with a keyhole front. I had to make that keyhole church appropriate by wearing a cami underneath. I love the uniqueness of this jumpsuit. The legs wrap around and to my surprise it gives you a MAJOR split when you sit down, oops! Trust me, I was able to keep it classy 🙂 . I can wear this jumpsuit out on the town and be sexy with my high splits 😉 .

Remember how I always say you should pull out one or two colors in your outfit. My first choice was to pull out the orange or yellow. I went with the yellow (mustard) I’m calling it. I found the perfect mustard color earrings, I felt like I needed to make a statement somewhere. I could have done that with a necklace but that’s always expected “the statement necklace”. I kept the necklace in the same color pallet, but understated. Can we talk about these shoes for a second. They are beyond perfect! The mustard color accented perfectly and the velvet added another texture to the entire outfit.

My BAG, a round bamboo shoulder bag. It was the icing, point, blank, period! It added yet another element of texture. I can’t think of a better choice.

This entire outfit has so many layers of different textures, from the earrings, to the shoes, to the bag. It all just works.

Get ready people, Spring is coming so let the color popping begin!

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Jumpsuit (Chelsea and Violet ), Shoes (Gianni Bini), Earrings ( Agaci), Bag (Amazon Fashions)

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Philippians 4:10-20

Sunday Look: Spring Beginnings

Hello and Happy Sunday!  I’ve found myself to be in a bit of a slump.  Sometimes life grabs you by the horns and try to drag you down. 

Has this weather been crazy or what?  All this back and forth of cool weather then hot.  I’m over it!  I decided to bring in Spring early with today’s outfit.  Yes, I’m saying bring on Spring.  You all know I LOVE me some cold weather, but the inconsistency of it all…. 🙁 .  I love me some winter clothing.  

Today’s outfit was wishful thinking that Spring is well on its way.  I’ve worn this floral print skirt before.  The burst of blooms against the black background makes a colorful statement.  Paired with a burgundy loose fitting top with full pleated layers on the sleeves. Guys, I have this top in three different colors.  I purchased a green one last summer.  At the end of the season last year, I found a black one and this burgundy one I’m wearing today on the clearance rack.  There was no way I could leave them there.  I got two for less than I paid for one 🙂 . 

Today’s accessories was non other than rose gold.  Every piece from my earrings, necklace, watch and bangles was rose gold.  I thought it paired superbly with the burgundy.   I couldn’t have chosen a better shoe either.  The burgundy sock booties really set off the entire outfit.  This is probably the last time I will get to wear them this season.  Great way to end this thing they call Winter, LOL !!!

My BAG today was a deep burgundy velvet shoulder bag with gold trim.  Sometimes it’s not good to repeat the same color scheme over and over.  This worked because of the deep burgundy, it stood out on its own.  Love the entire look.  I felt good today!

I didn’t Blog last week so I thought I would include last weeks Sunday Look.  I wore a bright lime green long vest with cream colored slacks and top.  My shoes and bag popped in the same color green.  Loved this outfit too.

Vest: Calvin Klein, Shoes: BCBG, Bag: Jessica Simpson

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Skirt: Zara, Top: Agaci, Booties: Agaci, Bag: Aldo

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Psalm 139: 23-24

Sunday Look: Burst of Blue

Greeting on this beautiful Sunday.  We’ve had an action packed weekend.
I thought I would brighten up my Sunday in this blue soft chiffon sleeveless cowl neck shift dress. Shift dresses are always fun because they flow, especially on a breezy day (like today).
I try to find clothes that keep me cool especially in the warmer months.  I’ve become a fan of sleeveless clothing over the past couple of years.  Noticeably, my arms, sometimes look like I pump iron on a daily basis (I don’t) they are very defined.  You know what?  I had to accept my arms and now I embrace them.

When wearing a dress with a cowl neck you really could go without a necklace. If you do, choose one that’s long.  Otherwise all you need are the basics. When it comes to the shoes I want them to stand out!  I love how these multi-colored pointy toe pumps give off that Spring vibe.

Of course I had to choose a BAG that popped.  Why not go yellow?  My bag also highlighted the yellow in the my shoes.

 

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it.
Dress: Connected Apparel
Bag: Jessica Simpson
Shoes: Guess
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley & Tarryn Tanksley

Matthew 6: 19-24

Sunday Look: Stormy Sunday

Stormy Sunday

Happy Sunday everyone!  Today started off very rocky.  As I was preparing for today all of a sudden out of nowhere  came severe thunderstorms, high winds and tornado warnings in the area. We were told to seek shelter immediately.  Really! Not when I’m trying to get dressed for church.  What do you wear when it pouring rain and high winds besides your rain boots?  I started in a flirty pleated dress and had to change at the last minute to something more “stormy weather” friendly.

I figured pants would be the best.  Didn’t need my dress flying up LOL.  I’ve had this summer sweater since last season and never got a chance to wear it until today.  It has all the colors of spring and summer.  It went well with my yellow pants. I was finally able to restyle these pants with something else.  I always like to add a belt, just because!

I also accessorized with a necklace in multiple strands of different metals. And a simple gold watch and cuff bracelet.  Of course my rain boots didn’t quite work for the finish look! I wore a pair of neutral patent leather platform pumps.  At least the rain would roll off instead of soaking in…

My BAG today was a gold tote with a chain link handle.  I don’t know what it is about rain that makes me want to carry a larger bag.  I think because you need a little extra room for that umbrella and other rainy DAY accessories.

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…
Sweater: New York & Co.
Pants: Banana Republic
Bag: Sam Moon
Shoes: Jessica Simpson
Photo Credit:  Ricky Tanksley

Matthew 6: 5-13