My Boyfriend's Back!

OMG! I am sick of this weather. Snow, snow and more snow. Almost everyday there is some kind of snow.  I was tired of being couped up in the house, braved the cold and did a  little coupon shopping. I never leave home without them, my handbag actually has a neat and organized coupon envelope in it, so I always have them with me.  As soon as they arrive in the mail, I cut them out and they get stashed in my handbag.  I bought a pair of boyfriend jeans at Dressbarn and I love the fit, they are perfect and can be paired with anything.  Check them out.

Left: Boyfriend Jean, Leather Jacket, Lace Top, all at Dressbarn

Right: Boyfriend Jean and Tunic, all at Dressbarn

Jewelry - Kohl's and Shoes - Payless

Blue Jeans Times Two

I have been a clothes hog since I had my first job in high school.  I would spend almost my whole paycheck on clothes, shoes, jewelry and handbags.  I still love clothes, but try to get more out of my pieces with creative ways to wear them. I took a dark wash pair of skinny jeans and paired them two ways.  Check them out. 

Dark Skinny Jeans, Grey T- Shirt, Camel Leather Jacket, Red and Navy Flats, Red Bead and Metal Necklace and Red and Ivory Twisted Rope Bracelet.

 Dark Skinny Jeans - rolled up, Coral Lace Tank Top, Oatmeal Sweater, Iridescent Silver Bead Chain Necklace and Nude Ballerina Flats with Marcasite Studded Bow.

Hurry Up Spring, I'm Cold!

I got the bug, the Spring bug.  I am sick and tired of this nasty weather, and more snow is falling today!  I was bored, so I pulled some Springy type outfits out of the closet, so when the weather finally does get warmer, I have some things put together to wear.

Fuchsia Knit Jacket - QVC, Tank Top - Avenue, Yellow and Silver Jewelry - Dressbarn and Gabriel's

Mint Cardigan - Marshall's, Green Multi Blouse - Avenue

I showed this jacket before, but now I paired it with other pieces. Black Tweed Knit Jacket - Kohl's, Original Price was $86.00,  on clearance for $17.20, I had a rebate card for $15.00, total cost for this jacket was $2.20!
Leopard Print Jeans - Dressbarn, 

Pumpkin Knit Top - Dressbarn

Black Studded Faux Leather Jacket - Dressbarn,Original Price $69.00 on sale for $34.50, had a coupon for 30% off, total cost for jacket was $24.15!

Textured Lace Skinny Leg Trousers - Dressbarn, Original Price $35.00 on sale for $19.99

Red Paisley Tank - Avenue

Gold Jewelry - Gabriel's

This is the up close look at the texture of the trousers.  Please shop with coupons and put money back in your pocket.  I DO NOT shop without them!

Midnight Blue

Why is navy blue such a hard color to find in clothing, and in shoes for that matter.  It's such a classic color, I don't know why designer's shy away from it.  If I have the choice to wear black, gray or navy, I go with navy hands down, everytime.  Nowadays, I see women pairing their black clothing with navy clothing, imagine that.  So when I am out and about and I see something I like in navy that's classic and will never go out of style, I snatch it up.  This navy dress, I also got as a gift for Christmas, and paired with a few things of my own.  I like the style of the dress, the sparkle, the sleeve, and a wrap style, you can't go wrong with that!

Navy and Lace Overlay Faux Wrap Dress with Sequins - Dressbarn

Dressed up with - Navy Iridescent Bead Necklace - Charming Charlies

 

Navy Metallic Patent Pumps - DSW, Silver Satin Rhinestone Handbag - Dressbarn
 Iridescent Navy and Rhinestone Earrings - Kohl's

 Silver Rhinestone Bow Bracelet - Avenue

Lady in Red

Most people have one favorite color, I don't have just one favorite color.  Red is one of my favorite colors, pink is another.  In fact, I love all colors, they make me happy.  I was never a black, white and gray girl, my two daughters wear those colors all the time.  Although I do like those colors in combinations with other colors, I just don't wear them alone.  I always say brighten it up, especially around the face.  It gives your skintone a whole different look.  I got this dress for Christmas and I LOVE IT!  It reminds me of a pencil dress from the 1950's.  Clean lines, high scoop neckline, nice sleeve, detail at the waist and at the top, and perfect length.  What can I say - only that it's the perfect dress for me.  I dressed it up a little more with some of my jewelry and silver metallic shoes and handbag, Hey, I am ready to go!

Red Lace Dress - Dressbarn

 This is one of my favorite necklaces - Pearl Gray Pearls with Rhinestones and Black Silk Ribbon Tie.
  Bracelet - Pearl Gray and Black Pearls with Smoky Rhinestones. 

 Silver and Black Swirl Metallic Shoes are from Dressbarn, Handbag from Marshalls and Pearl Gray Pearl Earrings.

Dressy Time!

Everyone loves to get dressed up for the holidays.  It's a special occasion time, a time of fun.  When I was little we always had our Christmas dresses, my sister and I.  My mother usually matched us like twins, even though we weren't, but we loved it, and we felt so pretty in our fancy dresses, shoes and coats.  My mom always shopped at a specialty store for our holiday clothes, because she always wanted us to look our best.  I am alot older now, but still like to get dressed up.  These are a few fancy outfits I put together for the holidays, take a peek.

Black Beaded Lace and Chiffon Dress with Satin Waistband, Black Satin and Lace Open Toe Pumps and Matching  Handbag

 Gold and Silver Diamond Cut Bracelet

 Plum Ruffle Chiffon Dress, Silver Rhinestone Heels, Antique Lavender Hand Beaded Bag with Sterling Silver Trim

Silver Rhinestone Bow Bracelet

Black Chiffon Ruffled Dress with Satin Waistband, Black Slingback with Rhinestone Trim, Black Satin and Rhinestone Handbag

 Multi Colored Rhinestone Bracelet

A Girl and Her Shoes Can Never Part

What girl doesn't like shoes?  None that I know! Here are a few more pairs of colorful shoes to wear all year round or just for Spring and Summer.

Navy with Patent Toe Flat and Tartan Plaid with Ruffle Trim Flat

Gold Open Weave Flat and Black/Champagne Lace with Velvet Bow Flat

Black Velvet Studded Flat and Turquoise and Lime Flat

Linen Open Toe Wedge with Bow and Blue and White Ticking Linen Flat with Red, White and Blue Bow

Blue and White Linen Flat with Bow and Blue and White Plaid Open Toe Wedge

Whoo Hoo, Shoes!

Let's not forget that shoes are an accessory, a part of the outfit, that pop of color or sparkle.  What you wear on your feet is just as important as what you wear on your body.  Everybody looks! so give them something to look at.  A cute pair of flats or pumps will get them paying attention to the rest of your outfit. So put on your shoes and strut your stuff!

LEFT: Woven Olive, Ivory and Tan Diamond Print Flat

RIGHT: Suede Bright Green and Tan Bow Flat

 

And don't forget Metallics!

LEFT: Gold Woven Metallic Flats

RIGHT: Bronze Metallic Shimmer Flower Flats

LEFT: My Old Standby - I wear the heck out of Silver Metallic Shoes!  They are my favorite.

RIGHT:  Plum Satin with Small Rhinestone Brooch Flats

 And 'Tis The Season For Dress Up.....

LEFT: Black Satin and Lace Bow Pumps with Matching Handbag

RIGHT: Black Suede and Rhinestone Open Toe Slingback With Satin Rhinestone Bow Handbag

All Dressed Up and Everywhere to Go

So, I cleaned out my closet yesterday (I will show you pictures of that later) and to my surprise found some things I have never worn.  Don't laugh, you all have done this too! SO I dressed up Maddy in some outfits that I would wear out to dinner, a movie, shopping (which I love), or lunch with friends.

White Jeans - WalMart, $18.99

Denim Shirt - Marshalls, $19.99

Sandals - Avenue

Jewelry - Charming Charlie, Gabriel's and Avenue

 A simple outfit to pair with any kind or color of jewelry

White T-Shirt - Ross, $4.99

Purple Cotton Skirt - Gabriel's, $7.99

Belt - Lane Bryant

Necklace (also came with earrings) - Gabriel's, $5.99

Bracelet - Kmart, $6.00

Shoes - Payless, $19.99

Inexpensive cute outfit to wear anywhere

Black Skinny Jeans - Marshalls, $19.99

Printed Cami - Avenue, $9.99

Gray Sateen Blazer - Lane Bryant, $29.99

Necklace, $10.00

Bracelet - gift from a friend

Silver Rhinestone Gladiator Sandals- Marshalls, $19.99

Aqua T-Shirt - Target, $7.99

Black Lace Skirt - Ross

Belt - Lane Bryant

Necklace, $20.00

Bracelet - Avenue, $4.99

Black Patent Wedge by Sam and Libby- Marshalls, $22.99

Nice outfit to wear to dinner

Blue/Green Jeans - Lane Bryant, $14.99

White Cotton Button Down Blouse - Fashion Bug - $14.99

Hot Pink Jacket - Costco (yes!), $19.99

Scarf - Gabriel's, $4.99

Bracelet - Gabriel's, $1.99

Leopard Belt - Target, $9.99

Leopard Shoes - Fashion Bug

Fashion Bug was a great store!

Beauty Alert!

The bottle on the left is Oil of Olay Skin Toner.  I have been using this stuff forever and always have a backup so I never run out of it.  I think WalMart has the cheapest price, about $4.00.  Pour this on a cotton ball, rub all over your face, after you have washed it, and see all the dirt that it pulls out of your skin.  In fact, you don't even have to wash your face you can just use this and it will clean it. You will be amazed.  Keeps pores from clogging up and therefore no blemishes.  And yes, you still get them when your 56 years old!

The little tube on the bottom is ELF.  ELF makes very inexpensive good makeup and you can find it at Target.  This little tube does wonders.  With just a little dab, it will brighten your eyes and lift your lips.  Put a small dab on the tip of your finger, brush under your brow bones, in the corners of your eyes (near your nose, that corner), and swipe it over the top part of your lips.  Instant brighter face!

Cute bobby pins to hold all the summer fly away hairs that blow in your face.  They add a little sparkle too. And who doesn't like sparkle!