by | Oct 19, 2011 | Fashion |
This is the longest amount of time that I have been away from my blog. My church entered a contest that required the congregation to vote everyday. It’s for an awesome cause – the G2G Back to School Rally which helps kids get school supplies and other much needed items so that was my priority. The contest ended this past Sunday at midnight and the winners will be announced next week. We are believing by faith that we rank in the top three. I also have a full-time job and have other day-to-day priorities. I’ve been doing well but it’s been a full agenda.
I want to also give a shout-out and some kudos to the St. Louis Cardinals who are the National League Champions and playing in the World Series. Hip Hip Hurrah! Michelle Obama and Mrs. Biden are in St. Louis, watching the first game tonight. I am wondering if she will be wearing a St. Louis Cardinals jacket? We will see! Since she and the President are from Chicago, it would not surprise me if she had on a White Sox ensemble.
And to kick it off my hubby entered into a boot contest because he loves boots. I spent time working on his photo shoot pictures.
Here are some samples of the photo shoot that was in the top running for the choice to enter into the contest.
This was a second choice
Well my hubby really like the photo below so this is the one that was chosen.
JT's hubby photo that was entered into the contest
I am going for a shameless plug here, but it is for my hubby. I am voting for him because he deserves to win. He is a great husband and he really strives to put God first and by doing that he really treats me like a Queen. The contest is on the Dan Post Boots Facebook Page. Click HERE to go the page. He needs your vote to help him win the contest!
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by | Oct 11, 2011 | Fashion |
Stylebop has some great styles for Autumn 2011. Let those leaves fall because the trends are hotter than ever.
Light up your wardrobe with the vibrant russet tones of Autumn at STYLEBOP. With a huge range of seperates in gorgeous materials to mix and match you will create a sohisticated look lo last through till Spring.
Lucien Pellat-Finet Orange V-Neck L/S Cardigan
Classic orange cashmere cardigan. From the French king of cashmere Lucien Pellat-Finet, the crazy fave of the mega stylish jet set like Elle Macpherson, Charlotte Gainsbourg and Victoria Beckham.Really stand-out quality.
Our Price $705.00
Catherine Malandrino Camel Silk Zipped Wrap Dress
Luxurious dress in fine, camel-colored silk.Soft, flattering quality.Wonderfully soft and elegant with decorative wrap draping.
Our Price $430.00
Emanuel Ungaro Orange Button Back Silk Top
Luxurious long-sleeved top in orange silk.Feminine, festive look you will wear on special occasions ladies’ lunch, business dinner, family festival, theater attendance. Flowing, straight cut with a ruffled collar and cuffs, back close with buttons.
Our Price $940.00
By Malene Birger Dark Sand Classic Wool Blazer
Stylish blazer in fine sand wool.Modern, feminine silhouette and flattering slim cut.Double button closure with pockets on either side.
Our Price $485.00
Salvatore Ferragamo Camel Nubuck Leather Tote with Shoulder Strap
Luxurious bag made of fine, camel suede. Extremely high quality finish – you can see and appreciate. Stylish, roomy trapeze shape with short carry handle and a long shoulder strap.
Our Price $1,760.00
Ralph Lauren Collection Collie Gold Sport Calf Ankle Boots
Luxurious ankle boots in camel leather.Rounded toe, fitted, ankle-high shaft with crossed strap.The 1 cm (.4″) platform is made of brown leather and the 10 cm (3.9″) heel is also brown.
Our Price $935.00
Wow, I am getting my wishlist out now.
by | Oct 10, 2011 | Fashion, Inspirations |
It’s the start of a beautiful week and when I come home from work I like to kick back in the backyard for a little while. The doggies love to play, Vinny can catch a thrown stick until he’s tired. The week can get busy so my home is my castle. It so good to enjoy my hubby and my doggies and do things around the house.
JT and Gio in the backyard
This outfit is simple and some days I like it that way.
JTwisdom in the backyard
We have to enjoy everyday because there’s so much to be thankful for. Sometimes I feel like the week goes so fast and I have to just stop and take a look at the flowers, kick the leaves in the air and try to catch them. Have some fun! My doggies know how to play!
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JT Enjoying the day!
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Outfit Review
Blouse: Ralph Lauren
Pants: Chadwicks of Boston
Shoes: Anne Klein
Earrings: Macy’s
Gold Heart Bracelet: Gift
Necklace: Gift
Watch: Eclissi
Cuff: Indian Market in Santa Fe, NM
by | Oct 8, 2011 | Fashion |
JT loving the blues
This week has been so sunny and beautiful: cool mornings, warm afternoons and cool nights.
During the transition from summer to fall, you may not be able to break out your heavy tights; but there are ways to work in some of your fall favorites to make your look season appropriate.
JTwisdom
With the cool mornings when you don’t want to wear a heavy jacket, try a simple cardigan in a warm hue. I love variations of blue and it’s so cool that teal is really hot this fall (no puns indented). I recently purchased this teal cardigan from Marshall’s and I coordinated it with this floral dress that I bought on sale at Macy’s about two years. I love the variations of blue and green tones in the dress and the cardigan works so well that you would think that they came together as a set.
JTwisdom
Add a completely different color handbag so your look is not too monotone. A blue or green handbag would have made this outfit seem too ordinary This variation of color adds a bit spice to the outfit. Add variations of color to make your look different then everyone else. Who wants to be a carbon copy? Not me!
Working the Blues
For those early fall days, tights are not needed yet in my neck of the woods. I can go bare legged with my leather B. Makowsky studded cut out wedge sandals. My earrings are lever-backs amber sterling silver earrings. I am really loving the Amedeo bangle cameo bracelet so I work it with this outfit (notice that it’s a splash of red).
Hair
4 day young two strand twist-out
I re-twist my hair every night
I use
Carol’s Daughter hair milk
Wen Pomegranate Replenishing mist
Carol’s Daughter Mimosa Hair Honey
Twist and add a satin roller on the ends
I have six twist on each side of my head and two at the top of my head
In the morning
Unroll satin rollers
Untwist and style
Add coconut oil for sheen
or Carol’s daughter oil sheen spray
Outfit
Dress: Macy’s
Cardigan: Marshall’s
Wedge Sandals: B. Makowsky
Jewelry
Red Bangle Cuff Amedeo
Amber Sterling Silver Lever-back earrings
Cross: Infinity
Watch: Fossil
Dooney and Burke Leather Handbags with sterling charms from QVC
How do you work in fall coordinates into the warm temperatures of the fall?
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by | Oct 3, 2011 | Accessories, Fashion |
No pictures please! What!
I am loving the weekly mini series on what I love for fall and winter. What is genius is that these pieces of clothing that I am wearing that are “on trend now.” I have had for more than two years so it’s so good to buy pieces of clothing that can be workhorses in your wardrobe and can be worn for more than one season. One fall must have is a dress with bold prints.
Dress without the jacket
JT’s Fall Must Haves
This weekend was simply beautiful, so bright, sunny and cool. My favorite time of the year is fall and winter. I spent a lot of time outside and it’s been so nice.
Print Dress: Chadwick’s, Purse: Dooney and Bourke, Boot Shoes: Vince Camuto
I bought this dress and number two must have the faux leather jacket about three years ago; but bright bold reds and grays are so hot right now. Pairing it with number three the gray tights and the Vince Camuto boot shootie is oh-so-chic. My sunglasses are a vintage Jackie O inspiration.
On location in my backyard. Love it!
These Vince Camuto shoes not only have an edge to them and the leather is so comfortable. I walked in them for hours and they were comfortable. The comfort level is that the shoe bootie is has a wedge heel. Wedge heels give more comfort. These shoes are so pretty it was love at first sight when I saw them. The gray tights off sets the whole outfit.
Vince Camuto Shoe Bootie
One of my favorite jewelry pieces is cameos. Something about cameos is so vintage and retro.
Cameo in red enamel bangle
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