White After Labor Day? Yes or No

Yes, you can wear white after Labor day, even if it’s in a print.

JT in black and white dress

JT in black and white dress

My white patent wedges are illuminating and I don’t think it was a really sunny day. The handbag I have is by Sharif and the leather tassel just takes this handbag to another level. Also the sewn on jewels on the handbag adds an exotic touch.

JT in Gucci sunglasses.

JT in Gucci sunglasses.

I really accentuated my look with my gifted Gucci sunglasses. I really like the wide frames and how light they are, My 14Kt earrings work well with the sunglasses and my Italian Lire bracelet simply rocks.

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JT

Not wearing white after Labor Day is a myth. Wear white all year long and wear it proud.

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Amazing Floral Print!

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JT

The last couple of weeks the temperatures have been well below normal, with highs topping out at only in the upper 70s. But this week, the temperatures are creeping back up to the upper 80s and even 90 is forecasted later in the week. Beat the summer heat with a cool handkerchief top and cool breathable pants.

The top with the black tank underneath from Susan Graver rocks because it is not only pretty to look at, it is also very cool and comfortable elegance.

Oh! Don’t forget to go and vote and visit ICU Eyewear because there is a good chance you could wear some really cute readers.

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Full view of the back of the top. The sides are sewn from below the armhole down so nothing is showing that you don’t want to.

Susan Graver floral print top

The red pants by George Siminton works so beautifully. The red is so empowering and bold. Most of the time black pants would be styled with this outfit, but I wanted to add some pizzazz so I added a vibrant color. Below is a an up close picture of the print in the top. The flowers in red orange , yellow, lilac, purple,  are bursting in joy. The necklace was purchase from a local artist. My bangle eye candy  jewelry were gifts from my hubby. my purse if from Dooney and Bourke that shoes color blocking.

Floral print Susan Graver

Floral print Susan Graver

Bracelets : Brass and Silver

Ring – Taxco silver

Coin cuff – Italian Lire gold trim

All set to take the pic and Vinny gets in the shot. Oh well!

JT and Vinny

JT and Vinny

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Word for the day!

Patience.

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ICU Eyewear Giveaway : You can see clearly now!

My Elegant lovelies, Readers are no longer dull and boring. They have been elevated to high fashion style and chicness. No one would ever know these glasses below are readers. ICU eyewear has kicking style and taking readers to a new level.

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The days of buying readers at the discount store are over because consumers are demanding style in eyewear that will last.

This style is so on trend for 2013 and beyond.  The design is urban with an eclectic vibe. I could never tell that these glasses are readers.

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ICU Eyewear is a leading designer of reading glasses, sunglasses and specialty eyewear.  The company’s brands which include ICU Eyewear, Dr. Dean for ICU Eyewear and Wink by ICU Eyewear have earned a reputation for high quality, innovative design and editorially acclaimed fashion. ICU Eyewear’s eponymous signature line is a collection of on-trend, contemporary, fun and colorful readers and sunglasses, designed with the millions of baby boomers in mind who need a little extra magnification but want to continue to be stylish and fashion forward. Dr. Dean for ICU  is for men and Wink by ICU is the eyewear line for women.

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I wear glasses and contact lenses and my eyewear must be on trend and pretty. I wear glasses that flatter my face and are comfortable. If I wore readers I would not want anything less than the best.

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Read In Style Giveaway

Tell ICU Eyewear which is your favorite pair of Dr. Dean or Wink glasses and be entered to win one (1) free pair of the reading glasses you voted for.

ICU Eyewear is giving away 1,000 pairs of Dr. Dean and Wink glasses or 40% off one order of readers from the ICU Eyewear.

The giveaway is active from August 14th 2013 at 12am PST and ends on August 27th, 2013 at 11:59pm PST.

The 40% coupon code is valid until October 1st, 2013 on reading glasses only.

One entry per email address. Winners will receive their free pair of reading glasses via First Class Mail and will be delivered 4-6 weeks after the giveaway ends.

These glasses are so pretty that one just does not seem like enough. If you wear readers please go to there website and vote to win.

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The designs are stellar and the quality is top notch.

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Styling and Profiling

Hi Elegant Lovelies!

This dress was such a great find from Macy’s last year. I am not sure what my hubby and I paid for it but it was not full price.  Dress by Elementz

Dress by Elementz

The colors are so vibrant and bright and the leaves are so asymmetrical and strategic in pattern placement that it elongates the body.

The black lace jacket was from a black sheath dress set. The dress size was too large for me. However, I kept the jacket because I thought it could go with other pieces in my wardrobe. I wore the sheath dress set when I vacationed in Los Angeles some years back and this is the first time I wore the jacket since that time. Snap! I know better and I will definitely wear this jacket more often. The ruffle lace trim is so dainty and feminine.

JT in dress by Elementz

JT in dress by Elementz

My man-made fabric handbag is from Kathy Van Zeeland and I don’t think she makes this design anymore. My shoes are from Etienne Aigener.

List of my jewelry selections:

Earrings-  Large gold hoops

Necklace -Red jasper heart necklace

Watch – Ceramic by Isaac Mizrahi

Heart Charm Bracelet –  gift from hubby

Ring – Sleeping Beauty Turquoise sterling ring

This dress can go for work or play. Change up the shoes, hair, or jewelry.

JT Flower in the hair

JT Flower in the hair

I really like wearing flowers in my hair and this turned out oh so chic.

My hubby and I took this pic coming home from church.  When I look at my love, I smile and thank the Lord for him. He is very special to me.

JT and hubby

JT and hubby

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Big and Bold Prints

 Hello Elegant lovelies!

 Be bold and be fearless! Wear those cool prints.

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Don’t be afraid to wear big and bold prints. The dress is by Calvin Klein that I purchased at Ross Dress for Less. Ross Dress for Less is  a new store in my area. The first store opened up last year. I have only gone a couple of times now and found a few things that I liked. But like most of  the outlet-type stores, you really have to look through countless racks of clothes with the hopes of finding something worthwhile. In my experience with these stores, I may go one time and find several great pieces; but the next time I go, I do not find one thing worth buying.

You just need to be willing to take the time to look.

I am wearing the Calvin Klein dress with a black tank underneath and a blouse turned into a jacket on top.

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAMy shoe booties are from Vince Camuto and they are very comfortable.  A wedge heel gives height and comfort.

I am also carrying my birthday present from this May, my Dooney and Bourke red and navy patent handbag.

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The dress is very slimming  and the print is not overbearing at all. The dress has a high waist and slight ruching, so the construction is on point.

JT in Big and Bold Prints

JT in Big and Bold Prints

 I styled the dress with white patent leather wedges for a completely different look, maybe for church, office or a concert.

Sometimes all it takes to change up a style is a different wedge or shoe.

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