by | Jul 19, 2012 | Fashion |
Hello my Elegant Readers,
I pray everyone is doing well.
I am continuing with Part 2 of my “Beat the Heat Dress Series.” It’s hot almost everywhere so it’s important to keep cool; but still look good at the same time. When it is hot, I do everything that I need to get done in the early mornings because I don’t want to be out in the heat and humidity later in the day. I eat light and drink lots of water to stay hydrated.
I wore this outfit to work. The silk dress is by Isaac Mizrahi for this QVC line. I believe the silk blouse is from Chadwicks.
Silk is so cool and breathable and it is a must-have for the summer. Silk is one of my favorite go-to fabrics because it will not cling to your body when the temperature starts to rise.
This dress is perfect for every occasion. Today I wore it to work. I could also wear to church, or going out for the evening.
The print on this dress reminds me of Monet.
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The next time that polyester dress you have been wearing is clinging to your body and cannot breathe in it; consider silk as an alternative option to beat that summer heat.
by | Jul 6, 2012 | Fashion |
My elegant readers have loved my cameo cuff so much that it has inspired me to do a post about it. I so enjoying wearing all sorts of jewelry; but cameos are my favorites. Today, I will talk show some of my fashion cameo pieces, the vintage aura about them always keeps me on the look out for a treasure.
How can you tell if your cameo is a fashion piece or not?
Yes, there is a way to know if your cameo is real or not.
Hold it up to any light and if you can see the light through it’s a real cameo. If you don’t see the light, it is a fashion piece. The cameo cuff bracelet below is one of my favorites, the cameo is real and the cuff is made of base metal and enamel so its a fashion piece. The cuff is sturdy and wears well, it goes with everything.
The HSN link to purchase the cameo is below:
Amedeo NYC Cameo cuff bracelet
This picture is the Amedeo NYC Lettera D’Amore 3 piece bangle bracelet set. The bangle bracelets looked so vintage romantic to me. The small cameos are covered with resin so the bangles are very strong. This is a set that will go with everything, I can wear them together or mix them with my other bracelets.
This line Amedeo NYC by Amedeo Scognamiglio is more fashion forward inspired and on trend. This cuff is timeless because it’s so modern and different.
The cuff below is from Palm Beach Jewelry.
This fashion cuff that I purchased is from Palm Beach jewelry about a year ago. It may not be on its website, but it’s so pretty. The cameo, fan pearls, faux ruby on the cuff are fashion inspirations.
How do I take care for my fashion cameo bracelets?
If the cameo is real I use a small amount of olive oil or canola or vegetable oil and wipe it gently with a cloth. I use a dry cloth for the cuff or bangle part of the bracelet. If the cameo is not real I take a dry cloth and gently wipe it if I see in dust or lint on it.
Cameos remind me of a romantic era in time, every time I look at my cameo cuff it makes me smile.
Next week I will show you some of my real cameos in silver and gold.
Have a wonderful weekend!
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by | Jul 2, 2012 | Fashion |
Wow! Over 100 degree temperatures non-stop. Standing in prayer, believing this heat wave will stop right now. To beat the heat, I love to wear cool dresses in natural fibers. This dress I pulled out of one of my containers because it was perfect for temperatures over a 100 degrees. The paisley print dress is 100% cotton. It’s cool, breathable and machine washable. Aesthetically I felt this dress was super cute and it fits in all the right places. Functional and fashionable.
I wore the dress to work and I added a blue gauze shirt and wore it like a jacket. Offices can sometimes feel chilly so the weight of the blouse was perfect.
My sandals are from Clarks with the turquoise accents really caught my eye.
You might of seen this dress before in my blog, I continually say it’s a wonderful thing when you can buy good clothing that will last for years and stand the test of time.
Jewelry is a must when it comes to me accessorizing an outfit. My cameo bracelet and the spongy coral ring gave a contrast of color that really gelled with the blue paisley print of the dress.
If you are working with the same tones in a outfit try bring contrast with jewelry or a belt or jacket. My red jasper necklace was another contrast of color that made the outfit a splash of color.
So when it comes to beating the hit dresses are here to stay. Try natural fibers because they are breathable and cool.
by | Jun 24, 2012 | Accessories, Fashion |
Happy Sunday,
It’s hot; but it’s a beautiful day.
My hubby came up with this title and it’s so fitting. No pun intended.
Have you been so hot that you didn’t want to wear a slip? Not too many girls, ladies, women wear slips because fabrics are developed or double lined so they really don’t need to. Well my Mother taught me that I always need to wear a slip, with every dress and every skirt. My Aunt D when I was in high school and college would send me some of the prettiest slips and full length dress slips with the lace and everything, very nice.
Okay this is the talk of the day for me, this slip in my hand. I cannot tell you how many times I look in front of a mirror before I go out the door to make sure everything is where it needs to be. The skirt below is an Isaac Mizrahi floral print fully lined, no peek-a-boo, skirt. So what do I do before my hubby and I go off to church? I open the blinds to let the sunlight in and have my husband come in and I say, ‘honey does everything look in place?’ He says, ‘yes you look fine.’ In the back of my mind I hear my mother saying baby make sure you put your slip on, you don’t want anything showing. I think what should I do? I put the slip in my purse just in case, I can’t leave home without it.
This is very psychological because I know that nothing can be seen with me wearing this skirt, however because my mother told me it was the thing to do I put that slip in my purse.
Well I went off to church and thought I saw a reflection in the skirt with the sun. I was tempted to put the slip back on.
JT
Well, I didn’t put it back on because it wasn’t necessary because everything was fully covered. Every skirt doesn’t need a slip. It just depends on which one I am wearing at the time. Do you have instances like this where you felt an urge to do something even though you know it wasn’t necessary at the time? Well I have to go with what the Holy Spirit tells me and he never steers me wrong. I feel a lady can be pretty and don’t have to show everything to the world. I don’t have to button my collars all the way up to my neck or go out of the house with no make up on. Sexy to me is leaving something to the imagination and not letting it all hang out no matter what size. I often hear if you got it flaunt it or if I had that body I would show everything? Really, well I wasn’t brought up that way and that’s not me. I am a blessed woman of God and I like to look beautiful and healthy. I exercise and take care of my body because in essence you are what you eat. Well I know I am rambling; but I just want to say that you can be modest and still be pretty and sexy.
JT
Back to the slip, a slip is a slip is a slip. So thank you mother for the great advice; but if the skirt is fully lined I do not need to wear a slip.
Morsels of knowledge I learn each and everyday.
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by | Jun 18, 2012 | Accessories, Fashion |
A friend blessed me with a silk Kameez and I really like how pretty it is and very comfortable.
Wikipedia says a “Shalwar kameez (also spelled salwar kameez or shalwar qameez) is a traditional dress worn by both women and men in South Asia and Central Asia. “
A kameez can be worn with pants, leggings or a skirt. I decided to wear it with pants and my Anne Klein flats, it was so chic and wearable. The embroidery on the chest area and hem is so pretty and done well.
The ray of light picture I kept because it so refreshing to feel the sun on my face. God’s beauty is all around us, thank you Lord for your mercies endureth forever.
My Fav Accessories
You will be seeing me with my new Dooney and Bourke Vacheeta Leather satchel for a while because it was my birthday present from my hubby. Beautiful bag!
I am really enjoying my little owl ring, so cute.
by | Jun 17, 2012 | Fashion |
The dress, cardigan and watch are all by the fab designer Isaac Mizrahi for QVC exclusive. My owl ring is by Iris Apfel her line is Rara Avis. It is such a conversation piece and very comfortable on the fingers. My Dooney and Bouke Vacheeta leather satchel was a birthday gift from my hubby.
My shoes are by B Makowsky and I have had them for about three years now. My doggie G is always looking for squirrels to chase so he always wants to be in the shots. Can you blame him? He’s such a handsome little fellow.
Have a great week.
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