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Sunday Look: Bold Animal Print

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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

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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

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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

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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

 

Sunday Look: BOHO Maxi in Plum

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Happy Sunday…. Time is really flying by, before you know it will be December (I don’t want to think about that).  All of a sudden seems like Fall is in full bloom.  Everywhere I look I see something or someone dressed for the season.  Last week I talked about the “Jewel Tones” being the perfect Fall season color. It continues…
Today’s outfit is a BOHO maxi dress in a rich plum floral print adorned with bell sleeves, surplice neckline and sash.  It also has a surprising (church appropriate) split.  I don’t wear a lot of maxi dresses but this one will be getting a lot of wear this Fall.  This particular maxi can be dressed down as well.

There are several ways to accessorize a BOHO maxi.  I made a statement.  By statement I mean the “necklace”.  I wanted it to pop.   Instead of doing that with color, I did it with BLING.  Just like last week, my necklace has matching earrings, which I wore.  I always like to pull out a couple of colors from the color pallet.  I wore a shoe mimicking the lightest color found in the dress. Pointy toe and skinny heel of course 😉 .

 

STYLE TIP: As we get deeper into Fall I can see this maxi dress being worn with long dangling earrings, floppy hat (or not) and a pair of suede booties, so chic!  Hopefully that’s a moment I will capture and share.
My BAG today is one of my favorites, I have this particular bag in four different colors, yep, one for each season! This one picks up on one of the other colors in the dress as well.  This purse has a long chain and it’s actually a shoulder bag.  I have a little trick that I do with my shoulder strap bags. I tie the chain (or strap) inside making it into the perfect handbag.

There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Dress: Weslee for JC Penny (similar here)
Shoes: Charlotte Russe
Bag: Aldo (similar here)
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Judges 16: 19-21

 

Sunday Look: Fall Jewel Tones

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Happy Sunday! Welcome to FALL, finally!  I couldn’t be more excited!  Now that FALL is here, it’s a good time to bring out the jewel tones.  That’s exactly what I did today!   FALL JEWEL TONES ⇓

Today marks the the first full day of the FALL…. I certainly wanted in on the season wardrobe change.   As I was going through my closet like I do every Sunday, I ran across this dress.  The jewel tones are perfect for Fall.  This dress is a high-low style, 3/4 length split sleeves, relaxed fit “shift dress” with a scoop neckline.  The fabric is very light weight, making it appropriate for those non-cold Fall days.

I wanted my accessories to be rich in jewel tones as well.  I chose a rich blue beaded necklace that fell precisely where I wanted within the neckline.  The necklace is part of a set, I wore the earrings to match and added two colorful glass bangles.  I had a few shoe choices.  I decided on the pointy patent leather blue/black ombre high heel.

My BAG today, a faux suede & vegan leather shoulder bag with patchwork detail and a gold chain shoulder strap.

There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Dress: Be Bop (similar here)
Shoes: Guess (similar here)
Bag: Izzy & Ali
Photo Credit: Tarryn Tanksley

Acts 3: 1-7

 

 

Sunday Look: Summer Ending Transition

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Happy Sunday!  It’s hard to believe Summer is winding down with today being the last Sunday of the Summer season, YAY !  Transition mode is always on my mind every year this time.  We can easily hold onto Summer a little longer around here.  Lucky for us, we have the best of both Summer and Fall.  This is how I choose to transition my wardrobe…
Today I wore an off-the-shoulder mesh top adorned with pink satin ribbon around the bodice and arms. Notice the two little bows made from the same ribbon. This top is older, yet on trend.   You know what I always say,  “A woman’s shoulders is the most beautiful part of her body”  I  simply ♥ adore ♥ this look!  I paired the top with a pleated lined (lace) skirt.  The two make a fabulous fit and flare look.

Style Tip :  To make this into a FORMAL look; simply add a long maxi skirt.  It could be a long pencil skirt or a long fit and flare skirt.  Both would complete a formal look.
A choker is the perfect (jewelry) accessory for off-the-shoulder clothing.  I wore a very simple black choker and black earrings consisting of multiple baubles.  By far the quickest and easiest jewelry accessory choice.   A pointy toe black pump said “wear me”. It didn’t take much convincing 🙂 .

Today’s handbag was a fun clutch made to look like a camera with a playful bow attached to the zipper.  Perfect right? 😉 .

I’m looking forward to all your style transitions, so excited for the change.
There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Top: JS Collection
Skirt: Calvin Klein
Shoe: Zara
Bag: Betsey Johnson
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Mark 4: 41B

Sunday Look: Rainy Sunday in September

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Happy Sunday! Hello to a rainy Sunday in September.  Even though it’s still Summer I can feel a change coming especially with the rain.  I’m so excited!  It seems like when September rolls around most folks jump into Fall mode immediately.  Granted some states are experiencing cooler temperatures, not here!  I’ve noticed people wearing darker colors too.  Not me, it’s still Summer and pretty warm…  I will continue my summer wear and color pallet for a little while longer even though I can’t wait for some COOLER weather.
Today’s outfit served two purposes.  It was raining this morning and it’s still hot (summer).  I deviated from what I was planning on wearing because of the rain.  At the last minute I decided to throw on some (dressy) ankle length denim slacks and a colorful sleeveless shell with faux pearl details around the neckline.  Putting these two together allowed me to be somewhat dressier than I would have been in a regular pair of denim jeans.

 

It’s so easy to take a simple outfit like this and dress it up by adding the perfect accessories.  I played off the color of the shell and the pearl detail by adding long silver/pearl earrings. I loaded up on silver bangles and rings.  I chose a very colorful shoe that made the whole outfit pop!

My hand BAG also popped, the quilted flap and the silver chain link outline fared well with the entire outfit.

This outfit was so easy to style, very effortless…  one of the great things about fashion, it should be effortless and fun. 
There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it..
Top: Karl Lagerfeld
Slacks: 7th Ave for New York & Co.
Shoes: Guess
Bag: ALDO
Photo Credit:  Ricky Tanksley

Psalm 121: 1-8

Sunday Look: Hello September Mix

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Happy Sunday and Hello September!  Can you believe it’s September already?  I’m so excited because I know Fall is coming…  I heard some rumblings about the Almanac, we are suppose to have a stinging Winter (insert eye roll ) LOL!   That would be the best feeling, I think.  You know Winter is my season.
I’m excited to transition my wardrobe. Today’s outfit is a classic to say the least.  Even though I don’t follow the white after Labor Day rule.  I thought I would take advantage of wearing black and white today.  It’s amazing how you can take a simple white straight leg ankle pant paired with a black double keyhole top.  The top has an added touch of lace on the shoulders and a slight high low hem-line.  The two pair very well together.  Black and white can be worn any season.  I love it, and I plan on wearing quite a bit this coming Fall season.

The only jewelry accessory was earrings.  Rounding off this sleek look was black pointy toe pumps.  Trust me, I tried on different shoes and these were the best choice.  I’m so in love with a pointy toe!

My BAG today was a large black tote with studs, the end…  🙂  🙂 .

There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Top: G by Guess
Pants: Ann Taylor (similar here)
Bag: Sesca for Target (similar here)
Shoes: Christian Louboutin
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Psalm 121: 1-8

 

 

Sunday Look: Going Green

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HAPPY SUNDAY!  Hello guys, it’s hard to believe this month is almost over.  I’m rushing the Fall season BIG TIME…  I’m ready for a wardrobe change.
Today’s outfit… if I’m honest was a bit of a struggle.  Like most of my outfits, I purchased this long tropical/jungle print, ruffled skirt with sash a while ago. This was one of those “I’m not sure purchases”.  I did purchase it as you can see.  When the time came for me to wear it, I hated it!.  I had every intention on pairing it with a white linen pheasant top, hated it, LOL.  I bet I tried this skirt on three or four different times over the last couple of months, I just wasn’t feeling it.
Today I went for it again with the same white top, still wasn’t feeling it.  I’ve had this green top for a while too. I almost have the same type story, but I will spare you 😉 .  I tried it on with the skirt and guess what?  I liked it!  It was the (white top) that was throwing me off all this time.

Not sure what drew me to this skirt in the first place, I suppose it was the print. I love printed fabrics, sometimes they can be tricky to style.  I think the green top really did something for the skirt.  The full pleated layers on the sleeves set off the entire look.  I prevailed 🙂 .

Accessorizing was quite easy, I think because I was so defeated.  I wore emerald green  teardrop earrings.  I decided NOT to wear a necklace, wearing one is not always necessary.  I followed up with a single bangle.  I wore an open-toe black high heel sandal for a little lift.

My BAG today was a faux  green crocodile print handbag.  I totally kept with the green.

Have a great week guys XO…
There is BEAUTI  in everything, find it…
Skirt: Ann Taylor (last season)
Top: Agaci
Shoes: Enzo  Angiolini (old)
Bag: Sam Moon
Photo Credit: Ricky Tanksley

Luke 22: 52-53