Showing posts with label fashion. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fashion. Show all posts

Thursday, November 7, 2013

Thin-spiration Thursday

The Country Music Association Awards were last night and there were some stunning country stars on the red carpet! Thought I would share a few of my favorites!

Let's start with some serious Thin-spiration!! Miranda! Good grief! What a difference a year makes! I've always thought of her as a "bigger woman," she's not petite by any means, & I loved her for that and embracing her body! I guess she got tired of the pregnancy rumors and decided to drop a few pounds and a few jaws! She looks AMAZING!! Her dress was stunning and perfect for her!

                                                   2012                                                2013

Let's move on to my personal favorite thin-spiration: Miss Carrie.
Her red carpet look was stunning, the hair the dress everything! Wow! & a great performance was made... by her legs...

A few more of my favorites from last night:

Until tomorrow's Whole30 update... stay lovely...

Tuesday, April 24, 2012

12 things women should know & have by 30

Hello Lovelies!

I hope all is well in your blog world since I haven't done much catching up in the past week. I'll catch you in in a few sentences on my life. Busy. Lots of wedding directing, planning, attending, and enjoying! :) This weekend is the first of my wedding weekend trilogy! This is the one that I am just directing the ceremony at my church, but it means rehearsal Friday night and most of the day Saturday!

All is well with W. I have to say this is the HAPPIEST I have been in I can't tell you when. I keep thinking I'm going to wake up and it's going to all be a dream! My parents seem to like him, he had them in stitches laughing so hard last night after dinner. :) It's a good feeling when "all is right."

Anyways, I was crusing the Today Show.com this morning and ran across this article!
I really want to read this book because let's face it come July I am on the downhill side of my 20s and inching oh so close to the big 3-0! YIKES! Anyways, there were a few fashion forwards in this article that struck my attention as must share and inform! I definately agree with ALL these items being staples in your closet!

1. Skinny black jeans. You need a pair. Dress them up for the office or down for day.
Source: loft.com via Lindsey on Pinterest

2. A crisp, white button-down shirt. It suggests clean, cool confidence in the workplace, but unbutton two buttons and it’s the ultimate in sex appeal for night.

3. A go-to dress. It doesn’t have to be a little black dress. It’s even better sometimes if it’s not, because color makes a bolder statement. But it should fit perfectly and make you feel beautiful.

4. A classic black pump. It has to have at least a four-inch heel to boost your height and confidence. (Okay, fine. A three-inch heel if you must.)

5. A bright mini. My own favorite is red with a flared hem. It’s great to have one that’s a really bright color because it makes you stand out in a crowd. You can wear it for day—just pair it with an oversize men’s white sweater—or nighttime, with a silk camisole.

6. A bold piece of jewelry. Think: necklace, bangle, large ring, large earrings. I have a big necklace that I keep in my drawer at work, and it dresses up any outfit. A statement piece allows your personal style to shine, especially if the rest of your outfit is conservative.

7. A fitted blazer. A great-fitting blazer is a girl’s most invaluable staple. Pop the collar, roll the sleeves, or add a cool brooch to make it your own.

8. A colorful clutch. This one’s especially crucial if you have a closet full of blacks or neutrals. A splash of color will liven up the simplest outfit—not to mention your mood.









9. Black opaque tights. They’re so warm and practical, and they instantly make a dress look professional.

10. A lace tank. Wear it underneath your V-neck during the day or peeking out from under a jacket in the evening.

11. Ballet flats. They’re feminine and comfortable, and you can wear them anywhere and always look pulled together. I personally love a blue ballet flat.

12. A soft, luxurious white T-shirt. It has to be a great-quality one that feels good on your skin. You can wear it with everything else in your wardrobe. And if you find one you really love, buy three.


Alright ladies, there are your 12 Closet Staples for LIFE! :) I have quiet a few to add to my wardrobe and some to replace! Hope this jumpstarts your summer shopping or helps you build your professional wardrobe! Have a terrific Tuesday! :)

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

V-Day Challenge #3: Love My Outfit

Hello Ladies!! It's February FIRST (where is the year going) & hump day which means it's ALLL down hill from here! :) yay! Also, YaY I have 49 followers!! :) Side Note: Today is my BIGs birthday, drop by her blog Grits & Giggles for some FUN (& easy) DIYs! ALSO, my other sorority sister Kristen also has a birthday today, visit her blog B.A. in Housewifery! She enjoys traveling, cooking and being a proud military wife! :)

Today is the 3rd installment of the Fabulous Valentines Challenge! It's a pretty fun Link-up so far! Just click the link below and link up with these great girls!


Valentine’s Day Challenge

Today's Topic is near and dear to my heart! FASHION! :) Here are some cute v-day outfits to wear Valentine's weekend with family, friends, a hot date or even Tuesday (Feb. 14) to the office! I know I'll be pulling together some of these items I have in my closet and put something snazzy and festive together!

Weekend




Office



Hot Date



Source: modcloth.com via Lisa on Pinterest




Ps. I made the second work outfit on Polyvore! It was my first endeavor in that.. oh LORD I've found a new addiction! First Pinterst now Polyvore! Have a great Wednesday & see you tomorrow for another Link Up! It might be my favorite topic thus far!! Can't wait! :)

Pps. LOVING the new followers & all the comments! Y'all are great! Seriously.

Friday, July 22, 2011

Fashion Friday


Here is the first edition of Fashion Friday! I thought I'd share a few things in fashion that have caught my eye as of late. 

Have to admit I've been bitten by the "I'm so sick of this hot humid SC summer, I'd like fall now please bug!" I don't know if it's because football media day was this week or what, but I'm seriously craving fall air, football Saturdays and FALL FASHION! There are several "fall items" I've placed on my never ending "need/want/gotta have" list!
The first is a pair of brown boots, I'd prefer something with little to no heel since I'll probably be wearing them to work nearly  everyday! The Nordstroms Anniversary Sale Catelog came in the mail last week and these little beauties caught my eye!
Unfortunately, I will not be purchasing the Tory Burtch version.. but I am going to attempt to find a knock off at TJMaxx the official store of "the look for less!"

Again, I'm itching for fall, and to me fall = football. Now that I work in an office, and an office no less that has like 2 Clemson fans... I need to insert some orange & purple into my work wardrobe so that I have some spirit on Friday's this fall & can tick off the Carolina fans with my bright orange! Love it! Anyways. My new fav. designer that I've discovered is Judith March. I already own 2 dresses, one of which was in my birthday post. Anyways, she makes some ADORABLE gameday dresses. I probably will not buy these because I don't go but to one Clemson game for the season (if I'm lucky) and they aren't work appropriate, but they were just too cute not to share!!







I will probably just stick with TJMaxx, Ross, Kohls or Loft to find some cute work attire that is in orange and purple, but I WILL wear Clemson colors on Friday! I won't let this Cocky town get to me! :)

I looked at the Coach website because well I need another Coach bag like I need a hole in my head, but eh, you never know could be the bag of your life just sitting their waiting on you to purchase it! I'm going to Myrtle Beach 2 times in August, and then another time Labor Day weekend. I'm sure I'll make my annual trip into the Coach Outlet while I'm there one (or all of those times) & find a new fall bag! In the mean time I can dream b/c the $780something bag won't EVER be coming home with me! But this color is amazing for fall!

And the finishing touch.... Jewlery! I seriously have a shoe and jewlery obsession.. I have so much "costume" jewlery it's ridiculous and I'm running out of room for it all! Whoopsie! I like Forever 21 Jewlery it's simple, cute and SUPER cheap.. or in this economy priced right. Target even has great, cheap jewlery! Every now and then I'll splurge and buy a nice piece, but I always try to find classic pieces that will be timeless and go with most any outfit. I got a monogram necklace at Christmas and I adore it! I wear it most everyday, it's sterling silver and it's my monogram how could I NOT love it! I got it at Handpicked, which mom and I refer to as "our jewler." Well I was looking at their website and found this cute little bow necklace that would be a great edition to the monogram necklace for a layered look. I LOVE to layer jewlery, the more the merrier. A bow AND a monogram, could we get any more southern? I think not.

I also want some Peacock Earrings for the fall!


 Well.. I think that about covers this edition of "I wish it was closer to fall edition of Fashion Friday!" Ha :) In the mean time I'll just wear my Lilly Pulitzer, Jack Rogers and sundresses while drinking something cold in the AC! Have a great weekend everyone! Stay cool... literally! ;)

PS. I LOVE THIS! & I will definately be figuring out a wall in my bedroom to do it in! Finally an idea for all  my designer bags I've held onto!