by | Feb 7, 2012 | Fashion |
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.
JT and Doggies
Have a great day because you are special!
by | Jan 30, 2012 | Fashion, Inspirations |
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!
This post is linked up with NOT DEAD YET STYLE!
by | Jan 28, 2012 | Fashion |
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?
by | Jan 23, 2012 | Accessories, Fashion |
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.
Until next time have a blessed and awesome week.
This post is linked to Not Dead Yet Style!
by | Jan 20, 2012 | Fashion |
Glad we are getting some cold weather because I have so many cute sweaters to wear. With all this mild weather that we have been getting, it has been too warm to wear them.
JT
I got a good deal on this embroidered Isaac Mizrahi cardigan. At first, I unsure how I wanted to style it. With the cardigan being a dark purple, I wanted to add a pop of color. I added a pink thin cable turtleneck. I did not want to accentuate my hips, so I am wearing dark thin wale brown corduroy pants. I added my Matisse boots since my pants were straight leg. I liked the brown, pink and purple combination of colors. It is unexpected and really makes the outfit pop!
JT's Italian Lire Jewelry gift from hubby
What you see behind me is a few my dolls that I have collected through the years. I enjoy collecting Barbie dolls, Indian dolls, all kinds of dolls. I collect dolls of all nationalities. My genealogical heritage is Black, Choctaw Indian and Caucasian so I collect all kinds of dolls. My collection isn’t a large one; but it is a good size for me. In a future a post, I will share some of my favorite dolls.
This post is linked to Katherine’s Corner.
by | Jan 19, 2012 | Accessories, Fashion |
This winter’s weather has been something else !
One day it is mild and in the 60s and the next day it is bitter cold and windy and 24.
Today, it has been cold. I had to dress accordingly; but I still like to look chic.
The cold weather makes me bring out my furs and hats that I enjoy wearing.
JT
This coat is from Terry Lewis and I especially love the fur accents on the collar and cuff. I love the color that reminds me of the honeysuckle pink pantone color of 2011 and I think the detailing adds extra pizzazz.
JT's coat by Terry Lewis and hat by Threadmill.etsy.com
My hat is so cool! Dottie hand made this hat. Her prices are really reasonable. My handbag is a Dooney and Bourke Satchel that I have had for years and I love how it looks brand new. This bag is great for work. I found y comfortable detailed boots, by Matisse, about two years ago at DSW. I bought my gloves on sale at Macy’s a couple of years ago. Can you tell that I just don’t go out and rush and buy stuff. No need to buy stuff all the time if you find great deals on quality pieces.
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