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Sunday Look: Fall Debut

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Happy Sunday and welcome to FALL!  Yay!… Fall is finally here, BUT it won’t feel like it for a while I’m sure 🙁 .  As you can tell I’m always commenting on the seasons, I can’t wait for some COOLER  weather! LOL.

What does one wear to start off the first Sunday of Fall?  I have to admit I struggled this morning.  After my third attempt I ended up in these very wide leg pants and cream top.  Easy right?

To accessorize my two piece ensemble, first thing I did was add a skinny belt to give me a waist.  Next, I’ve been itching to wear one of my favorite necklaces again, this beautiful long stranded pearl necklace.  I’m so in LOVE  with this necklace. It put the statement in “statement necklace “.  I wore pearl/silver earring that paired well with my necklace.  I slipped on an open toe high heel sandal.  My toes peeped-out just a little 🙂 .

Today’s BAG was whimsical.  When I first spotted this domino inspired clutch I was like “OH! ” that’s different and I like different… 😉 .  I thought it added a little bit of fun to the entire outfit.

What did you wear on the first day of Fall?
There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Top: Ann Taylor
Pants: Gibson Latimer
Bag: Kate Landry
Necklace: Lux Apothetique
Shoes: Gianni Bini (old)
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Proverbs 3: 5

Sunday Social: Mock Smock Top Dress (Featuring Thanksgiving Tablescape)

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Happy Sunday!  I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving.  Ours was great.  Even though Thanksgiving wears me out, I love this time of year and I’m so thankful to have all my family together.  I decided to share a few photos of my Thanksgiving tablescape.  I thought it turned out beautifully.  Setting the table reminds me of my childhood when my mother would set her table for Thanksgiving.  It’s my hope that down the road my grand girls will keep the tradition going as they enter into their adult lives with a family. Enjoy!

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Dinnerware: “Pioneer Woman”

Centerpiece: Grace Alvarez “Violet Hill Floral”

Turkey in centerpiece: “Ross”

Napkins: Lauren “Ralph Lauren”

Table Cloth: Elite Hemstitch ” Marshalls”

Table Runner: Inspired Treasures “Marshalls”

Napkin Rings & Place Mats: “Bed Bath & Beyond”

Salt & Pepper Shakers: “Marshalls”

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Now, as we transition into full bloom “Christmas Holiday Season“ Image result for christmas tree images clip art
I thought I would start it off in black and white.  This mock smock top dress gives the illusion of being a two-piece but its actually all one piece. I love the  fit, very slimming.  You can never go wrong with black and white, its timeless and makes for a classy look.
If it had been COLD here (wishful thinking) I could have easily worn a (black) turtle neck or collared blouse underneath.  The round neck of the dress is perfect for a turtle neck or collar type top.  Maybe I will be able to do that at some point this coming Winter.
I didn’t want to add a lot of accessories (which I did) but they were very understated pieces. I chose two beaded bracelets and a matching necklace and earring set.
My BAG:  You all know by now how much I LOVE handbags.  This one is no different.  When I saw it I was like “OMG” that is so cute all the while passing it up.  You know what happened next, I hightailed it back around and picked it up.  A girl can never have too many black bags or any handbag for that matter.  What I like about this one is the round shape and it has fringe! 🙂 I thought it was the perfect final touch to my outfit.
There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…
Dress: Banana Republic
Bag: Vieta
Shoes: Guess
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Romans 8:28-30 & 37

Sunday Social: Blue Suede Dress

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Happy Sunday…. and I say that with a cool smile if you know what I mean.  Let me tell you, we had a temporary cool snap and I LOVED it!   

Last night as I was trying to decide what today’s outfit would be,  I was a bit perplexed.  Being a “hot box” and since it was a tad bit cooler I felt some type of way about going sleeveless.  This blue suede dress was middle ground.  Just enough sleeve for the current tempature.  I knew I wanted to wear boots, I’ve been itching to do so.  Why not right?  As strange as it may seem I also opted for hosiery, I only wore them for a more finished look between the boots and dress.  I wasn’t feeling my bare legs.  Yall know I have some skinny legs (but I have crazy calf muscles, weird I know) and I needed something to fill in the boots 🙂 🙂 LOL! 

My accessories needed to make a statement, so I went a little bold with the necklace which served dual purpose . It lit up the dark blue dress and complimented my boots.  My BAG,  I chose this rectangular clutch with a woven pattern. 

STYLE TIP: As the temperatures drop be sure to bring out the leather, suede and the latest trend VELVET, yes velvet is all the craze right now!  I only have a couple of pieces.  Sounds like a good reason to go shopping! 😉 .

HAPPY THANKSGIVING, enjoy your family and friends… xo

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Dress: New York & Co.

Jewelry: @Macys

Boots: Antonio Melani

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Psalm 137:1-9

Sunday Social: Relaxed in Black

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Happy Sunday… Greetings everyone!  Last week was busy, busy.  We celebrated two birthdays, my son and grand daughter number three.
My husband and I went out on a date Friday night to hear Aaron Neville. Afterwards we had a sushi dinner then we did a little late night partying 😉 Friday night photos ⇓
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Needless to say I’m a bit worn out.  Today’s outfit was all about comfort.  “Relaxed in Black” is exactly how I felt.  My top is very comfortable. It’s loose fitting, double layered with lace cuffs.  I paired it with a pair of tuxedo slacks, pretty simple.  I accessorized with dangly white pearl earrings and a necklace.  My BAG: a shiny black and silver clutch.
There is nothing basic about “BLACK”.  It can be played up or down and will never go out of style. As they say black is… “CLASSIC”
There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…

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Top: Investments
Slacks: Karl Lagerfeld
Shoes: Nine West
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Romans 8: 28-30

 

Sunday Social: Plaid Shirt Dress

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Happy First Sunday!  Finally, we may be experiencing  a touch of Fall weather.  That brings me to today’s outfit “Plaid Shirt Dress”.  Fall speaks a lot of things, one being PLAID… Just about every designer has a plaid piece in their collection.   I took a simple shirt dress and played it up with a wide belt and suede pointy high heels.  One thing for sure, this dress will look equally as great with a pair of booties or any other type of boots.  Don’t forget the flats! Honestly, just about any shoe will work.  This dress also has size zippers, you can unzip and pair with leggings for another great look!
I chose to button the dress all the way to the neck.  By doing so I was able to take a simple necklace and make it look like a “bolo”.  I kept my jewelry to a minimum.  My BAG, well it speaks for itself.  That’s it for today!  Enjoy what’s left of the weekend.  I’ve got a pretty busy week ahead, we have two family birthdays to celebrate.   Enjoy and get some PLAID in you life…  😉  .  DON’T FORGET TO VOTE!!!!

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Dress: Rouge

Belt: Fossil

Bag: Louis Vuitton

Shoes: Shoe Republic LA

Watch: Michael Kors

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Matthew 5:27-30

 

 

Sunday Social: Pink, Purple & Pearls

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Happy Sunday. Today was “Women’s Day” at Church. The guest speaker, She was AWESOME!!  Our colors “Pink, Purple & Pearls” .   I’ve known about this day for a few months now.  Why was I so baffled as to what I was going to wear?  For starters, I only have about two or three items in my wardrobe that’s pink.  That’s one color you will hardly ever see me wear.  Over the summer I wore a pink crop pant that’s about it.  I must confess, I did go shopping for something Pink, but to no avail…  I think its just the time of year.  Thank goodness PURPLE was in the mix.  No, I did not purchase a new dress.  This one is VERY OLD like six years or so.  The majority of the women today wore PURPLE (whew)!
Part of this theme (PINK) was for Breast Cancer Awareness.  Last year was Blue with Pink Flower.  I recycled the flower into my belt since I needed a little more “PINK“.  The Pearls part was easy.  Every girl has a strand or two of pearls in her jewelry box.  If you don’t, you should run out and get a strand.  One thing about Pearls, they’re versatile… you can wear them with anything from jeans to a formal.  So there you have it! Wear your “PEARLS” LOL….
Most of today’s accessories were Pearls.  My BAG was a iridescent pink hue fold clutch!  Pretty simple, the cause, GRAND…  Breast Cancer Awareness (click here)
There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…
Dress: Forever 21 (OLD)
Purse: Charming Charlie (Old)
Shoes: BCBGeneration
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Numbers 27: 5-11

 

 

Sunday Social: Autumn Hues

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Happy Sunday!  If I must say so myself, time is really flying.  We will be preparing for Thanksgiving before we know it.
My morning dress rehearsal started off with a blazer and skirt.  I quickly changed my mind thinking I would be too warm in a blazer.  This time of year I look forward to wearing all the “Autumn Hues”.  I purchased this dress a couple of years ago.  It fit, then it didn’t, now it fits again!  Perfect timing to take advantage of the “fit”.  As you can see in the photos this dress is very versatile.  I can go from Church to the Pumpkin Patch with one simple change from high heels to cowboy boots.  I get excited when I can wear an outfit a second time with a completely different look.  I think I will hit the Pumpkin Patch this week with the grand girls.
There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…
Dress: H&M
Purse: Aldo
Shoes: Christian Louboutin
Boot: Madden Girl
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Matthew 5: 20-26

 

 

Sunday Social: Stepping into Fall

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Hello everyone!  We had the most amazing lunch after church.  We tried out one of our new restaurants, Salt Traders Costal Cooking it was very good, I had to share.   Last week was pretty busy and the weekend was jammed packed as well.  No time at all to plan my outfit for today.  I’m in the middle of redecorating my “closet/dressing room“.  My stuff is all over the upstairs area of my house making it hard to find anything.  I cannot believe all of that was in one room LOL…  I managed to pull out this two piece jacket and skirt.  It’s amazing how your wardrobe can go in and out of style in just a matter of years.  I hardly ever purge my closet, I’m always thinking “oh this will come back in style”  The colors are perfect for Fall.  The jacket is vented around the raised stitching which helps because it certainly isn’t cool enough (here) yet for a jacket (at least not for me). I wore a thin gold camisole under the jacket. Loving the full short skirt (my favorite).  I thought about paring it with a pair of booties, I just had a pedicure no sense in covering up my freshly painted toes LOL!
I accessorized with gold pearls, sparkly earrings and stretchy bracelets.  My sling back heels I’ve had for years.  That’s what I like, everything has a purpose no matter how long you’ve had them 😉 .  Lets talk about my BAG, I was so obsessed when I spotted it a couple of years ago.  I paid a little more than I normally would but it was the only one and I had to make it mine.  I love mixing different textures and patterns together.  Remember there are no rules!  I liked it and I wore it…
Next week on Sunday we are invited to a wedding. A Casual Wedding.  I’ve never attended an afternoon casual wedding before.  Not sure what I will pull together, it will have to serve double duty.  We will be going there immediately after church.  Stay tuned!  xo
There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…
Jacket & Skirt: Simply Vera Wang
Bag: Vince Camuto
Shoes: Gianni Bini
Watch: Michael Kors
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

John 1: 14

 

Sunday Social: Taking it to the MAX

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Welcome to the First Sunday in October!  Today I’m taking it to the MAX!!  Maxi dress, big bag and 5 1/2 inch heels (I lined up four different shoes to see which one had the highest heel) giving me the added height I needed for such a long maxi dress.  When you are 5ft. 4in. you have to come up with creative ways to stand tall 😉

The floral skirt and solid black bodice transitions well into a Texas Fall morning.   Later on… I can add a cardigan or denim jacket. “This dress was a steal of a deal”

I accessorized with a belt (to cinch my waist), long tri-color necklace, tri-color earrings, single glass bangle and gold watch.  Today I brought out the BIG BAG, I call this one my “doctor bag”…xo

There is BEAUTI in everything, find it…

Dress: Indication by eci

Necklace: White House Black Market

Bag: ALDO

Shoes: Jessica Simpson 

Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Today’s Sermon: Matthew 5: 13-16

 

Weekend Inspiration: Plaid

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Happy Saturday… Its a beautiful Christmas Holiday Weekend.  I rarely post my Saturday outfits.  Feeling pretty good today about this PLAID DRESS look with colorful tights.  It’s kind of “cute”  🙂 so I thought I would share.  PLAID is something I don’t wear often, its a look that I love on other people.  I added a belt to cinch a waistline.   The flat boots makes it comfortable and casual.  I threw on the hat at the last minute and I liked it… 😉
There is “BEALUTI” in everything, find it…
Dress: Old Navy
Boots: Vince Camuto
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley