Long Break But I am Back

Just in time for the holiday season.. It is time for parties, with epically fantastic outfits.. We are always trying to save a little bit of money, so here is a dress that doesn't break the bank.. 

I know it looks short, I found mine on the clearance rack last week for $20. I am tall, and it comes to my knees. I swear the model in the picture is 6'4" and a size 0 for it to look this short.. On the website it is $36 and has a few sizes left. 

Well Guess Which Shoe Won Out?

Which Shoes Should I Wear?

My big dress up function is approaching and I can't decide which heels to wear with my LBD (little black dress).  The poll will be to the left of this post..

 Let me know, do you like the 

pink sequins 

or the

  tiger sequins??

A Dress that Looks Good on Every Body Shape

Black and White Wrap Dress

Everyone would look good in this dress, no matter how their body is shaped.

It is mostly polyester, so it travels well. 

You could dress it up or down.

Red Heels would make it pop

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Ten Things No One Should Ever Wear

Ten things no one should ever wear!
courtesy of TLC

are you guilty??

I Love My Jeggings!!

You read right! I love my jeggings,  as long as they don't look like mom jeans.

 No high waist, no elastic band and must have pockets!!!

 They are so comfortable.

 Young moms can wear for comfort , esp. when chasing little ones around. 

Older moms can wear them and look hip.  

When you wear these, make sure you wear a longer shirt to be modest.

I have a pair similar to these Fragile Jeggings . 

These are only 14.40 at JCPenney.. 

Are you comfortable enough in your own skin to wear them? 

Disclaimer, these look best with ballet flats, funky vans or tucked into boots.

 Don't pair them with high heel pumps, it might make you look like you have been hanging down on the corner in the sketchier parts of town.

Necklace Mania

Fabulous Roma Red Necklace

Another fabulous necklace from White House Black Market. 

The one thing I love about their offerings, is that it will last forever.. 

This would be one you would eventually hand down to your posterity. 

It won't ever go out of style.

 I own this necklace and get complimented all the time on it!

It is a little high at $34.99, but there is a coupon code for 20%off 9194.

The coupon code doesn't last long.. 

A Bold Statement Necklace

I found a new store that I love, the clothes fit so well.

They are a bit higher priced, but the quality is so much better.

 The price 29.99 for this heirloom quality piece..

This necklace is a statement.!

It is okay to stand out and be different.

Plain and simple, but the necklace isn't.. 

 I am waiting patiently for mine the mail.. :)

http://www.whitehouseblackmarket.com/

it is in the sale section

Your Summer Nail Color

You can find it here over at Ulta.com..

Perfect summer nail color? I prefer the nude colors on my fingernails, but on my toes, that is a different story, as I will wear any color , during any season that I see fit.

My favorite for my hands is Nude Beach by Essie.. It is not quite clear, but is just enough color for everyday wear.

My Yearly Dress Up.. I do buy and wear things I post..:)

The annual dress up occasion for me was just held recently. I love to dress up and dig through my closet for a week trying to decide what to wear.. I had one outfit all picked out and then at the very last minute and I mean last minute, I pulled out this top and a skirt I had hidden away on a hanger, covered in a Macy's bag, just waiting for it's special day. I was thrilled to see that the blacks matched exactly..( If you don't know by now there are several shades of black and one black doesn't necessarily match the other one.) The shoes?, sequined zebra 4 inch heels were the accessory along with a pair of silver dangle earrings and a beaded clutch from the 50's..

Ladies you can look and feel great and still be modest at the same time. This picture of me is proof.. I didn't have to worry if anything was hanging out that wasn't supposed to. I didn't have to keep pulling my skirt down, etc. etc.

Where do you find your dressy modest clothing??

Sweet Feminine Snazzy called Ginger

Aren't these the cutest ever?? $65 is a little high for me, BUT they are leather, classic and come in THIRTEEN different colors. They are made by Gabriella Rocher, and since they are bought from Zappo's the shipping is free and lightening fast.. Just think of how many complements would would get from these pretties? Definitely wearable with jeans, dress pants and skirts..

New Favorite Perfume! DKNY Be Delicious Fresh Blossom

This is by far my new favorite perfume.. It's sibling Be Delicious isn't too bad either.. It is the perfect scent for spring and summer.. Very bright and floral. I was given this for my birthday from my husband. I had commented back in October how much I loved this perfume, so in February, it was to my great suprise, that was my gift. He had ripped out the advertisement and kept it in his wallet all those months..

Flower Pins

We all know how I love accessories.. Sometimes I get into a crafty mood.. I whipped these babies out in no time at all (you have to love a craft that you can start and finish without getting overwhelmed).. They are made out of tulle, chiffon and organza. I gave them as gifts this year and everyone loved them.. What kind of homemade stuff do you make?

Holiday Nail Color, Jazz Up Your Tootsies..

I love nail color, almost as much as I love shoes and jeans.. The one great thing about nail color, you can change it as often as you want and it isn't expensive.. It fits into everyone's budget. I find myself leaning towards, deep, rich colors for the holidays.. There is nothing more glamorous and festive than red finger and toenails.. I love two brands of nail polish, Essie and OPI. My favorite right now is Scarlet O'Hara from Essie. It is perfect for the season.

Just Get this One Piece and Your Holiday Wardrobe is Good to Go!

All you need is this one sequined t-shirt from New York and Company.. It comes in the pale wheat and black. I found the black one in the store yesterday and fell in love with it.. I can wear it with my black pencil skirt, my long black chiffon skirt, jeans, trousers, cardigans, etc. Perfect for the holidays and you don't have to worry about finding something modest.. Which can be hard at the holidays. This was a very modest shirt. Flashy, but modest. We all know how I love flashy!

Sequined T-shirt 36.95

and if you hurry there is an online code for 30% off 3899

Some Excellent Finds at the Thrift Store

Guess which clothing item I bought brand new and for full price..

It is only two of these items in all the pictures..

Embellished Sweaters/Organza N Chiffon roses

Here are some of the finished embellished sweaters done with the chiffon/organza roses.

Which one is your favorite?

Most Fabulous Scarf!

Somehow I was out of the loop and just found out about Etsy.com. I decided to browse scarves, really because I needed a new one that was just plain different from everyone elses.. Well I found mine!!! From That Funky Boutique


Twilight. It is a felted navy rose scarf, made from recycled sweaters.. So many people have stopped me and asked where I had got it or they have made complimentary remarks about it.. It cost 35 bucks, I know a little high for me, but so worth it.. I hate to be too cheap when someone handmakes something. That time and effort has to cost something..

She makes new ones daily and they seem to sell out pretty fast.. Right now there is a beautiful gray one that would match almost any winter coat...Enjoy looking at her beautifully unique scarves..

Love to Cook as Much as Love to Garden and Shop

Come check out my new blog devoted to my trials, errors and successes in the kitchen.. I really love to cook as much as I love to shop and garden..!!

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