Hello! You ever wake up and say to yourself, I really don’t feel like dressing up today? Well today was one of those days. As I was looking for something to wear this morning, I passed on anything form fitting, long sleeves and slacks, even though I tried all of them on 😉 .
So happy I ran into this little playful cold-shoulder grey and white stripe dress. It met all my needs. There are so many myths about wearing stripes, especially horizontal stripes. Let me debunk your worries. They say stripes make you look fat, they draw attention to certain areas of your body, blah, blah, blah … IF YOU LIKE IT, WEAR IT! “They” can’t tell you what to wear or how! That’s one of the reasons I started my BLOG. I wanted to inspire the everyday women and let them know they can be who they are when it comes to fashion.
Enough of that, LOL… a dress like this is so easy to accessorize. Let’s just say I added a little bling, bling with a large rhinestone necklace and long drop earrings. As for my love of bangles, I piled them on today. Lastly, a strappy sandal anchored it all together. I had to show off my fresh pedicure 😉 . NOW! since this dress is so casual and had I not been wearing it to church, I would have styled it differently. I would have worn a simple hoop earring, watch or charm bracelet, no necklace and flat blingy sandals. Pretty sure I will repeat this dress this summer styled as such! Stay tuned.
Let’s talk about my BAG… First things first, I watched this bag like a hawk until it was marked down. I got very lucky and got it for the low, low price of 6.99 from $49.99. I don’t usually talk prices, but this was a STEAL of a DEAL. I love how large it is and it’s a conversation piece for sure. You can also fold it over to make a clutch. It’s a faux reptile print, side zipper and functional lock with key. Fun, fun, fun…
There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley
Luke 15: 11-24
Hello and Happy Sunday! Hope you all had a great week and did something fun. You know, I had this idea that I wanted a new dress, I haven’t purchased one in a while. Instead of going out for a new dress I decided to shop my closet. There is always something new (even if I’ve had it for a couple of years) hiding with the tags still on it.
Today’s outfit a black and white fit and flare pleated dress with a solid black bodice and tons of black dots. I’m pretty sure that was the attraction. I actually played with this black and white theme a bit. I had the option of a black shawl in case I got cold. It looked really cute draped with the necklace. I wasn’t cold therefore I didn’t need it. Just an option other than the usual cardigan for those that feel uncomfortable being sleeveless for various reasons.
Speaking of twists, I love pompoms and pompom clip-ons, they can make a boring shoe pop! I tried something a little different by wearing one each of the black and white pompom. Totally outside the box and a fun addition.
I’m in love with this black and white pearl beaded necklace. It’s always a conversation piece whenever I wear it. I thought it paired well with the dress. I also wore black and white round earrings. I wanted to do something other than pearls. I also added bangles on each arm. I felt really put together in this outfit. Black and White is so classic it’s hard to get it wrong.
My BAG today was an all white (chanel inspired) handbag trimmed in chain link.
I never talk much about make-up. Today I went with a red lip and a smoky eye. I like it you guys!
Don’t be afraid to step outside the box every now and then. You just might like it 😉 !
There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…
Dress: Tahari
Bag: Aldo
Shoes: BCBG
Faux Fur Pompoms: Wendy Williams HSN
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley
James 1: 1-4
Happy Sunday! I hope this past week was good to you. We still seem to be caught between seasons. But! I am enjoying the cool Spring mornings.
Today’s outfit is a throwback from two years ago. I decided to go a little further into my closet to see what was hanging around that I hadn’t worn in a while. I ran across this box lace, baby doll dress with a drawstring neck. It was perfect for a cool Spring morning. I remember calling this dress “effortless”. I say that because, all you really need are shoes 🙂 . It has the sweetest details and stands out in a girly kind of way, especially with the ric rac trim on the sleeves and hem. I restyled with different shoes, bag and jewelry.
One thing about this dress, little to no jewelry is needed. The drawstring neck eliminates the need for a necklace, therefore I didn’t wear one. I did wear earrings with a pop of color. I added a nude ankle strap pump to the mix. Nude accessories (especially shoes) pairs really well with your pastel color pallets.
How I Styled in 2016
My BAG; one I’ve carried many times. A woven faux leather flap bag in a nude color as well. Pretty effortless right?
There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…
Dress: Chelsea & Violet
Bag: Deux Lux
Shoes: Charlotte Russe
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley
Luke 15: 1-14
Happy Sunday! I’m back, if you missed me. It has been a busy last couple of weeks for me and my family. Happy to be back… I just realized this is my first blog post for April. I hope everyone had a great Easter Sunday.
We had a little cold blast that left us all confused and wondering if Spring was really here. Making it a little difficult in the wardrobe department.
This is what I came up with for “Today’s Outfit” a combination of two pieces to make one seamless look. I took a pleated spaghetti strap hi-low dress and combined it with a mesh scalloped crop top. This top is so detailed with a textured loop floral lace trim and raw cut hem. It fit perfectly over the dress. The two pieces paired so well you would think it was one.
The top can stand on its own and I didn’t want to take that away. I wanted to wear a necklace of some sorts. I opted for a beaded necklace with the perfect droop for the neckline. My earrings matched the necklace. I’m never without a bangle or two 😉 . I paired a black pointy toe heel, it made the outfit pop from head to toe!
My bag today was a repeat of an edgy black tote with studs and silver rings as handles.
There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…
Dress: Rod Beattie
Top: A’GACI
Bag: Cesca for Target
Shoes: Christian Louboutin
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley
Isaiah 43: 18-21
How I Styled in 2016 
