It’s so odd to be outside without a coat on in February. I like the four seasons. I like wearing my coats in the winter, see the leaves fall, watch the flowers bloom in the spring. The weather this year in my neck of the woods is really strange; but it was really nice and sunny. I say be thankful to God for everyday because there’s so much to be grateful for.
I decided today to wear my Bob Mackie necklace jacket.
I went casual dressy today and it felt good. This jacket can be dressed up with a skirt or black sleeveless dress or down as I have it right now with jeans. The jacket has an embroidered necklace on the front of the jacket. This jacket is a real conversation piece and gets tons of compliments. I have had people think that the embroidery was an actual necklace. See how the embroidery and crystals go across from section of the front of the jacket and goes to the other front of the jacket. The jacket has faux pearl buttons that have self fabric looped button holes.
Intricate embroidered front of Bob Mackie Jacket
The jacket is so comfortable and chic.
Loving the slim lines of this jacket and it hits in the right spot. The jacket is not to long or boxy.
This is my first giveaway even though I have been blogging for two in a half years now. I wanted it to be something special that I could share with you.
I received a free copy of the My Memories software and I will be giving away a free copy of the digital scrapbooking software from MyMemories.
I have always wanted to try digital scrapbooking software; but I never had the chance to do so. With thousands of photos stored away on my computer and in my closet, I wanted a creative way to share them with my friends and family. MyMemories was so kind to allow me to review a copy of its scrapbook software. The download directions are quite simple and the tutorials are easy to understand. After downloading the software, I was up and running very quickly.
MyMemories Suite even have a Youtube channel that gives information on how easy it is to use this digital software.
pinktoque has a great tutorial on this great software.
I picked the DIVA MyMemories suite design template. I easily uploaded my photos into the template, added extra decals and embellishments to give it my own style. The photo collage video I created is below.
It is quite easy to add photos, embellishments, text and layers. I love how it turned out and can not wait to try another design. I will upload another creation next week.
Okay, on to the Giveaway Contest Guidelines
1. To enter the giveaway please go to www.MyMemories.com and choose your favorite digital design paper pack or design layout. After you make your choice, come back to www.Bubblingwitheleganceandgrace.com and leave a comment on this post. Let me know which one you chose and what you like about the design.
3. All comments must be posted by Sunday, February 26, 2012. The winner will be announced soon after that. The winner will receive his or her own copy of the MyMemories Suite Version 3.
This is a special treat for all of my elegant readers.
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Use Coupon Code <STMMMS90554> at the MyMemories store to receive $10.00 0ff the purchase of the scrapbooking software and $10.00 off other items at the store.
I think that military jackets are always on trend and I love to wear them. I first wore this jacket when I was celebrating with my hubby 10 years at a staff awards dinner in 2006. So I have had this jacket for almost six years. Wow, that’s so amazing to me. I bought this jacket from Newport News for a great bargain and it has served me well.
Staff Awards 2006
I wore this jacket on Sunday and it felt different, it felt even more comfortable because I have been working out and eating healthier. It’s amazing what gradual changes can do. The jacket is military inspired; but it has wonderful feminine details on the sleeves and bottom edges with the ruffle details.
Military Jacket
And I really appreciate the attention to detail of the bead work on the mandarin collar. It’s simply beautiful. Vinny is in motion right behind me.
Bead work on the mandarin collar
This picture is a close up of the sleeve and bottom hem ruffle trim. The buttons are a brass tone so it works with any jewelry I have. I really don’t need much because the jacket has the jewelry already on it.
JT Loving the ruffles
And I have to talk about the fabric. Thin pin wale corduroy is so much more comfortable than the thick stuff. The print is so pretty with all the vibrant color in the flowers. The jacket is so versatile because it has so much to offer in design and detail.
Vibrant colors and great fabric
Side view of the jacket.
JT Enjoying the day and this jacket
Doggies have to be in on the fun. My bag is from Dooney and Bourke, I can get a lot in this bag. My necklace was a gift and my heart pendant is from Nolan Miller.
I love color. It brightens the face and perks you up! The weather is all over the place. Today is very mild, in the upper 40s. This coming week is to be even warmer, with forecasted highs in the 60s. I decided to highlight one of my clearance deals that is perfect for these types of winter days. This Bob Mackie 3/4 length sleeve cardigan with embroidered and sequined detailing is on clearance for $29.96 plus tax on Qvc.com. I so love getting good deals on great finds, priceless. I wore the cardigan to church today with a pair of black jeans and high heel clogs.
Look at the back.
So much drama and elegance in the back view as well.
JT wonders about taking pics
This picture above looks like I am feeling a bit self conscious about taking pics. Would you believe that I still am, but its getting better thank God. I had to realize that I have to be okay with the way I look. I realized that I have to love myself entirely before I can love anyone else. Big self hug; I needed that.
This cardigan is a combination of 60% Cotton and 40% Acrylic. This is a great combination because it’s really a comfortable blend and the embroidery work on the back has a thin netting wear it doesn’t rub on my skin so its very comfortable. It is perfect for those winter days that starts off cold; but warms up during the day. Even if the temperature reaches 60 degrees, it is still a chilly 60 degrees; And you need to make sure that you have enough on to stay warm.
JT Enjoying the day
These handmade clogs from Matt Bernson are about 4 1/2 inches high and they are so comfortable. My Dooney and Bourke bag is such a pleasure to wear I love the print. The design may not be available because even though it looks like new it’s about two years old. My sunnies are Jacqueline Kennedy inspired.
Suede clogs by Matt Bernson
Have a wonderful day and a great week full of joy!
I love to wear headbands because I can change my look in so many different ways.
JT wearing a Charm and Charlie Headband
I bought this headband at one of the Charm and Charlies stores here in town and it was on sale too. Sometimes you can get some really good deals on headbands because they can be quite expensive. It’s so cool to use a headband to spice up a simple bun.
I love wearing my new coat and black ensemble with my bow headband for a different way of chicness.
JT having a conversation
Do you like wearing hair accessories or do you prefer to go without them?
I wanted to add some spice to my simple white button down shirt, kick it up a notch.
So I started thinking in my head what pieces I could coordinate with my shirt and my jeans.
JT with her doggies
I decided to add an animal print tank and a tweed jacket. The animal print tank is a combination of silk, nylon and viscose so it is so soft.
My Susan Graver jacket from QVC.com has metallic, yellow, blue, and black yarns in it with piping trim so it popped the outfit and took it up a notch.
I have had this jacket for at least three years and it looks as good as new. The jacket came with black pants; but I like to coordinate my jackets with other pieces in my wardrobe.
Lapis Earrings by Jay King
The hair sticks are from Claire’s and I have had them for years. My necklace is one of my favorites, the necklace is was a gift and the heart pendant enhancer is from Nolan Miller.
One of my new favorites is my Ellen Tracey metallic woven jeans, so slimming and love seeing the glitter.
My Dooney and Bourke bag in cherry red was a Christmas present so I am really enjoying it.
My cowboy boots are from Madden Girl and they are so comfortable and cute at the same time.
As you can see layering pieces of clothing from your wardrobe can take a simple white button shirt to another level.
Next time you have on a crisp button down shirt on, please let me know how you style it.
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