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Sunday Look: Casual Cold-Shoulder

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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…
Dress: Chelsea & Theodore (similar here)
Bag: Sam Moon
Shoes: Chinese Laundry (similar here)
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Luke 15: 11-24

 

Sunday Look: Dot, Dot, Dots

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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

Sunday Look: Two Makes One

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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

 

Sunday Look: Season Transition

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Happy Sunday!  Saying good-bye to Winter… as the season changes we sometimes get caught between the two.   Today was one of those days, I really didn’t know what to wear.  The struggle is real sometimes 😉 .  One day it’s cool and the next day it feels like Summer.  Even though I love the cooler weather, I’m ready for some bright colors and to be done with this roller coaster weather.  How do you transition to the next season?

Through all the confusion, I decided on a black sheer top with tulip sleeves and an embroidered blue and black ball skirt.  This light weight sheer top was perfect for a warm day like today.  The skirt being a little heavier helped to balance the entire outfit and it’s suitable for the season.  I wore the top untucked and added a skinny belt for dimension.

I kept the accessories pretty light today as well.  Wooden earrings and a knotted bead necklace.   Since everything else was pretty low key, I chose to bling it up with my shoes. The jeweled glitter platforms sparkle with blue and black tones.  The heel backs are jeweled up as well.

 

My BAG was a small blue handbag with gold accents.  Sometime less is more.

There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Top: Forever 21
Skirt: Luxe Apothetique
Bag: Kate Landry
Shoes: Boutique 9
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Jeremiah 20: 7-9

 

Sunday Look: Head To Toe Chic “In My Mother’s Dress”

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Happy Sunday.  You know you live in Texas when you experience two seasons in two days, LOL!  I could have sworn it was summer on Saturday and today, well… I will leave it to your imagination.
When my mother passed away we didn’t keep a lot of her clothing.  We gave them away to a family friend.  We kept a few pieces, which I have in my possession.
Today’s outfit includes two of her things.   My dress and purse.  My mother has been gone for over a decade and this black sheath dress has never gone out of style.  I wear it once or twice a year.  No matter my size it always fits.  Today I added a belt to take it in a bit (it was a little big).  I also added a long mesh kimono for a more chic look.

Another Style Option: For a more tailored look, I could have added a blazer.
In addition to the belt, I wore a red and black scarf tied into a headband.  It was so windy today, a headband seemed like a good idea.  I kept the red going in two jewelry pieces, my necklace and earrings.  Instead of the usual black or red pump, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to wear these black ankle boots with a RED flower applique, so chic!  The pointy toe gave me life! 😉 .

My BAG as I mentioned was one of my mother’s.  It’s a simple black cloth clutch (very old).  It also has a short gold hand chain attached inside.  I love how old things can become new again with a little ingenuity!

There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Dress: Componix (very old)
Necklace & Earrings: Sam Moon
Bag: (very old)
Boots: Jessica Simpson
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Mark 4: 10-12

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: Heritage Sunday

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Happy Sunday!  Once a year we carve out a day or month to celebrate our Heritage.  Today we celebrated “Heritage Sunday” in dress and food.  There is so much history to uncover regarding all the different cultures, dress, colors, symbols, etc.  There were so many beautiful outfits today from t-shirts to full on head dress.  The entire church was popping with color!

My wardrobe does not consist of African clothing.  That meant I had to purchase something. In all honesty, I really didn’t know what I wanted to wear.  Believe it or not, I felt a little bit out of my comfort zone. I’ve always LOVED the clothing (on others) but never saw myself wearing it.  I think the clothing is absolutely without a doubt BEAUTIFUL AND UNIQUE.   I was overwhelmed with all the choices. I figured it was best to start out with baby steps.  I did that with this colorful high-low skirt with sash.  I felt like I was getting a twofer.  The ever so popular high-low trend and a beautiful cultural print.  I couldn’t think of anything better to accompany the skirt besides my trusty blue shell top.  Remember I said baby steps.  I think it paired pretty well.

I didn’t want to go overboard with the accessories either.  The skirt is bold enough to stand on its own.  But, I’m never without earrings 🙂 and hardly go without a bracelet or two.   I combined two necklaces for the look of one.  And a single bangle on each arm.  I’ve had this pair of blue suede shoes (no pun intended). They paired very well with the blue in my skirt.

My BAG is a play on texture.  The print is completely opposite of my skirt but the color connects them both, therefore it works!

There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Skirt: Unknown
T-Shirt: St Johns Bay
Bag: Sam Moon
Shoes: Jessica Simpson
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

1 Cor 15- 56-58

Sunday Look: Symbolic Peek of Red

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Happy Sunday! This weekend has been very emotional for me.  Happy emotions!  Our 11-year old grand daughter competed in the first ever National level of “The Amazing Shake”  We are so proud of her for making it to Atlanta to compete this weekend at Ron Clark Academy.  She didn’t win but she did very well making top 2 of the wild card, making her a WINNER in our eyes.  This was her first competition as a fifth grader. Talk about a great  accomplishment!  We are over the moon proud of her and hope she can go even further in next years competition.  For those that want to know more, simply Google”The Amazing Shake”.
Our granddaughter.

Not only is it ♥ Valentines Day Week♥ but February is the month of Red. It’s a symbol of “Women Heart Health Awareness” were we have a day to Go RED for Women.  I went RED for women in honor of my mother and daughter.  It’s also the symbol of support for children born with Congenital Heart Defects (CHD).  The color RED is symbolic for great causes. http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/
Photo of My Daughter and I for “Go RED for Women”.

Today I didn’t go the full on red route, I went for a peek of red instead.  I’m wearing a faux leather ankle pant with a red silk tank top.  I added a Channel inspired black jacket over the tank (it was cold today).   I buttoned the bottom two buttons for a more fitted look.

I toyed with two options, shoes or boots.  Both worked, but I needed just a little more red.  I decided on red shoes and my coat has a combination of red and black.  I wore a matching necklace and earrings.  Silver bangles on one arm and red and silver on the other.

I needed a little sparkle and I got that with my red sequence handbag.

There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Pants: Banana Republic
Tank:  Peter Nygard
Jacket: Covington
Bag:  APT 9
Shoes: Nine West
Boots: Nine West (very old)
Coat: Jessica Simpson
Photo Credit:  Ricky Tanksley

Mark 4: 41  &  Psalm 100: 3

 

 

Sunday Look: Super Sunday Casual

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Happy Super Bowl Sunday!  Everyone is buzzing about the Super Bowl.  For me its just another Sunday, but for my family it’s a different story, even thought our team isn’t playing.

I knew I would have a lot to do after church today for the Super Bowl so I purposely dressed Super Casual 😉 .  As I was looking through my closet yesterday I ran across this black and white jacket.  I instantly had my outfit for today.  I pulled out black parachute pants with elastic at the ankles and a black tee shirt.  Talk about easy!  I should have more Sunday’s like this LOL.

Accessories are fairly simple today as well.  I chose black and white bauble earrings and a multi-strand necklace with black and white stones.  Threw on a black and white stone bracelet and jewelry accessories were done.  I wore pointy toe black pumps with pompoms of course 🙂 .  I’m so in love with pompoms as you know.

My bag today had to be Super Casual and FUN.  A black cross body with the letters “SOLD OUT” spelled out kept it super casual with a funky twist!

Enjoy your SUPER SUNDAY! See the source image
There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Jacket: Charlotte Russe
Pants: Bobeau
Shoes: Guess
Bag: Sam Moon
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Matthew 17:13-20

 

Sunday Look: Military Blue

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Greeting to another Sunday.  As the season changes (especially in Texas) how does one dress for a cool start and somewhat of a warm finish.  Layers. Dressing in layers can help with the quickly changing temperatures.

 

Today’s outfit is a take on the layered effect.  The “military” inspired design with a feminine turn in a long tailored jacket, adorned with polished goldtone buttons.  Under the jacket is a sleeveless shell.  This allows me to remove my jacket if needed.  I paired the two with a crop straight legged pant.  All in the color “BLUE“.   I love this look, it’s very comfortable and stylish at the same time.  You may be thinking why all blue?  First of all, I love the functionality (military look) of it all.   If I were to remove the jacket I would still have a cohesive look.

My jewelry accessories played off the shape and goldtone buttons.  I purposely wore gold earrings, necklace and bracelet.  It really set off the look.   I kept with the blue in my shoes as well.   The patent leather blue gave that shine you see on military personnel for a totally finished look.

     

 

My BAG, a square, blue leather handbag trimmed in gold.  The square shape of the handbag made the entire outfit look official 😉 .

Fashion should be FUN. Have fun in your look , OWN IT !
There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Jacket: New York & Co. (similar here)
Pant: New York & Co.
Bag: Kate Landry
Shoes: Guess
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Matthew 7: 24-27 (Series: Building your life on a solid foundation)