The days are warm and the evenings are cold. I have learned that no matter what the temperature is outside, we are to be thankful. The fall and winter seasons are my favorite times of the year. When it starts getting cooler I can bring out the sweaters, boots, coats, and the art of layering with lace. Yes, lace. I know when I say lace people think of cocktail parties and a night out, but this is not necessarily the case anymore. This may be a shock to you, but I wear lace to work. I actually was doing some packing at work in this outfit because I am moving to a different office at another building. This Isaac Mizrahi lace skirt is beautiful and can be worn in many different ways.
I paired the skirt with my Isaac Mizrahi blue jean jacket a gray floral embroidered Soft Surroundings long-sleeve blouse. I believe that these pairings made the less dressy and less formal, but it still proved to be a great outfit. I have switched up workouts to focus on muscle toning because I want to tighten certain areas like my hips and it’s working. Yeah! I am not one to post multiple pictures of myself in the same outfit on the same post. However, I want you to see how the outfit is styled. I added my Dooney and Bourke Red Trina Handbag, and it really pops against the burgundy. The MIz Mooz boots are another favorite brand of mine. The boots are well made and the shoes form to my feet to be unique just for me. My jewelry is cameo earrings paired with My Saint My Hero and evil eye bracelets.
Do you have a lace skirt in your closet that you have not worn in a long time? Try pairing it with a blue jean jacket and with a blouse or white T-shirt. No more do you have to wait for that special event to wear your lace.
Coolness is definitely in the air but not fully yet so I am gradually stepping into fall. I remember back in grade school, my parents bought me a pair of cranberry wool pants. I could not wait to wear them. When I finally thought I was able to wear them to school, I didn’t know it would be cool in the morning and warmer by the afternoon. By the end of the day, the wool was quite uncomfortable and scratchy. I learned my lesson to wait and step into fall gradually.
After all these years I still must say I am working on my expressions. I really am happy with this outfit. The Isaac Mizrahi Black and White Houndstooth pant is from QVC and I Ilke them. The look is really a Houndstooth plaid pattern. If you really look closely, there is something different about them. The front and back Houndstooth plaid patterns do not line up.
Mixing up Houndstooth
The reviews on QVC are mostly negative because of this fact. I know classic Sewing Class 101 says that plaids and lines need to match up, but I like the nonsymmetric lines in this pant. I think the pants were done this way intentionally. If they weren’t I think it gives the pant a uniqueness and sense of individuality. Should the pant lines in the seams match, according to classic style, yes? But I beg to differ and go outside of that bubble and wear this pant with my head up high. I can’t tell you how freeing it is to wear these pants because I know what it takes to line up seams with patterns. It would surprise me if Isaac would say anything about the design and why the non-symmetry on air but one never knows. I can say that they are fun and this word is used a lot but edgy too. I don’t care what people think anymore, too much stress to try and live up to expectations that you really don’t even know if they exist or not.
Styling the Houndstooth Pant
I wore a Peace Love World Black Poet Blouse half-tucked because I wanted the pant pattern to show more. My headband is animal print and my shoes by Louise et Cie are plaid and animal print. My purse is the pebble satchel in oxblood. Here’s a close-up of the purse and the patten on the pant.
The pebble leather is so soft and there is a strap for when you want to wear the bag as a crossbody and handles that fold over. Perfecto!
To me, the Houndstooth pattern is neutral so a wide array of colors would work with this pant.
Do you want your Houndstooth pattern or plaid pattern to line up at the seams? Would you wear a pant if it did not match exactly? Please let me know in the comments below.
I really enjoy cool beats so I want to start sharing some of my favorites in my posts. This tune is from TobyMac.
Vintage jewellery is highly collectible and has been popular for quite some time, and you may also have a few family heirlooms that you have accumulated over the years. The value of your collection will depend on the quality of the jewellery that you have, and not what you paid for it!
Here are some tips on how you can work out the value of your vintage jewellery which is especially handy if you need to insure it.
Where Did You Get The Item? Although it is not strictly a rule, if you were to find some jewellery at a market or boot sale, it would most likely be vintage rather than antique, and as antiques are worth more than vintage, this can help to determine the value of what you have. If you purchased it from a reputable jewellery seller or antique dealer such as https://www.kalmarantiques.com.au/, then you may already have an accurate idea of the value of the item. If you have a piece of jewellery that has been handed down through multiple generations of your family, this could be an antique and so could be worth more.
You will want to examine your jewellery and look at what it is made from. You will also want to look for a hallmark, which can give you a lot of information about the item. You will be able to get the metal that it is made from including the purity, you will also be able to find out where and when it was made. The condition of the jewellery will play a vital factor in the value of your jewellery, and if it is not very good, you may wish to consider selling it off for the scrap value of the materials from which it is made.
Look At The Gemstones You will also want to look at the gems that are in your jewellery and try to certify whether they are genuine or whether they are paste or glass copies. You will want to look at the quality of the stones and researching the 4 C’s can be done with ease on the GIA (Gemmological Institute of America) website. You will want to look for any flaws, cracks, or other factors that can determine the value of a gemstone and make a note of the overall condition of the piece. Working out the prices for precious metals and gemstones using the current market prices, you can then get a rough estimate as to the value of your vintage jewellery. If you are still in doubt, you may wish to contact a reputable jewellery dealer and have them appraise your collection.
To get the most accurate value of your vintage jewellery collection, you are better off leaving this to the professionals and use a reputable dealer close to you to value your collection. Using their service, you will be able to know how much your jewellery is worth as well as the documentation as to its worth if you need to insure it should it ever gets stolen.
However much your jewellery is worth financially, you can never quantify the sentimental value that a piece can have, so to you, they can be priceless.
I am celebrating my twenty-year wedding anniversary, it’s amazing. It’s beautiful to be filled with gratitude and I am thankful to God to be married to a man who loves the Lord and really loves me.
I am a freelance fashion stylist and even though I am seeing heat indexes of over 100-degree weather the leaves are falling. What is a better way to kick off the fall fashion season than something new to spice up your wardrobe? What is an item in your wardrobe you would like to have for fall?
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I’m thankful to have Labor Day Monday off because I know that everyone does not have the day off. Whether you are off or working, enjoy your day. Today my husband has been painting the office. It looks so good and ready for a fresh look in the house.
I have really been working on my wardrobe, looking at what I have in my closet. I realized last year that I did not have a true small crossbody handbag. Our wedding anniversary is coming up when I saw on QVC the Dooney and Bourke Leather Cameron Crossbody with the logo strap. It looked really cool and thought it would be worth a try. Many of the reviews said that the strap should be sold seperately since the Cameron is not new to the Dooney line. Since I do not I have a Dooney and Bourke crossbody, so this seemed like a perfect fit for me.
Here’s more information about the bag.
From Dooney & Bourke. Logo embroidery on this gorgeous crossbody bag’s strap sets it apart from more ordinary accessories.
Collection: Cameron
Pebble leather body, zipper closure, four feet, metal plated logo, removable logo-engraved strap
The strap sets the bag off. It is more of embossing than embroidery. I can see myself wearing this strap on other bags that have interchangeable straps.
Do you think the guitar strap overpowers the bag?
The cameron bag is actually quite roomy. I can fit my full size iPhone, my wallet and cosmetic bag inside. The bag even has feet on the bottom.
The strap is comfortable and in my opinion doesn’t overpower the bag at all. I wore it to church and it was great. I even had my friend asking me where I got it from and wanting to place an order.
This is my first crossbody small handbag from Dooney and Bourke and I am enjoying the bag. Please let me know if you own the original Cameron or purchased this Cameron with the guitar strap. I would like to know what you think about it.
If you are a little on the short side, special care needs to be taken when shopping for an evening gown, and working on the principal that an evening gown looks entirely different when worn by another, it is important to find a gown that simply works for you. Here are a few suggestions to help you make the right gown choice for that very special homecoming if you are on the short side.
Empire Waist – This style really does work for a short woman, with a waist that flares out from under the bust line, and petite girls should avoid puffy gowns, as they seem lost in the many folds. It might be an idea to opt for a gown that has a just below the knee hemline, and if you really must go full length, make sure the gown is tight-fitting and it looks proportionate with your frame.
A-Line Cut – Fitted at the waist, the A-line cut flares down in an A shape and if you have wide hips, this is the style for you. For a great selection of A-line waist evening gowns, search online for an established boutique, where you can find A-line cut gowns from leading designers such as Sherri Hill.
Consider A Two Piece Outfit – If you search the online boutiques, you will find stunning two piece homecoming dresses that would suit you, and by ordering in advance, you can ask your local seamstress to make some small adjustments. Wearing a two-piece outfit does offer you a level of freedom that a single gown cannot, which is great if you like to dance until the early hours.
Wearing High Heels– The short girl’s primary weapon, wearing high heels can give you that essential extra few inches where it counts, and the most important thing is your dress length, which should be just touching the floor if full length. Of course, you may choose not to wear a full-length gown, in which case the main thing is that you feel comfortable in the shoes, and it goes without saying that you can remove them when on the dance floor.
Plus Size Girls – We come in all shapes and sizes, and if you are a plus size girl who is around 5 ft. tall, avoid dress styles that don’t complement your figure. There are online designer boutiques where you can view a great collection of plus size evening gowns, and once you find the ideal dress, a secure online payment is all it takes to have the garment dispatched to your home address.
Petite girls should always remember that the best things come in small packages, and providing you feel good in your outfit, that’s all that really counts. If you have a dress rehearsal at home, take a selfie and send it to your best friend for a second opinion, and remember to order your gown, leaving enough time for any minor alterations.
Homecomings offer the chance to meet some old friends and see how their lives are turning out, and if you are looking your best, your friends will be more than a little impressed.
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I am not one to post multiple pictures of myself in the same outfit on the same post. However, I want you to see how the outfit is styled. I added my Dooney and Bourke Red Trina Handbag, and it really pops against the burgundy. The MIz Mooz boots are another favorite brand of mine. The boots are well made and the shoes form to my feet to be unique just for me. My jewelry is cameo earrings paired with My Saint My Hero and evil eye bracelets.
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