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Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Casual Outfits For Thanksgiving Day

 

We think a lot about what to fix for Thanksgiving dinner and how to set the table, but if you are like me figuring out what to wear is usually last minute because I am so caught up in the prep.

I thought it would be fun to take a look at some outfits on the casual side for Thanksgiving day.

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Whenever I look at an outfit that is already put together I look at the concept. 

Most of the time I would not wear the outfit in it’s entirety but the overall concept is appealing to me. 

For instance in this outfit love all the elements, but I won’t be wearing skinny jeans tucked into boots. 

PROPORTION

First I am not skinny, second, with my short legs wearing boots like that would cut me into thirds and I have short legs so I would look out of proportion.

Proportion is something that is so over looked when dressing. 

If you are not tall and lean and have long legs and still insist on wearing boots try wearing boots that are the same color as your pants, and that will give you a long lean look.

The other option is to wear a bootie that comes just right above your ankle with your pants tucked in.

Start looking at some pictures of women with jeans tucked in there boots and see if it cuts them in thirds or almost in half. 

You will see what I mean about proportion. Just because it is on trend does not mean we have to wear it!


So with that being said, I would wear a nice boot-cut jean with booties instead. Everything else could work for me. and I think it looks like a nice comfy, outfit for Tday.
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This outfit is so ME. I would not change one thing about it.

I think a classic white blouse and jean is a uniform of sorts and you can add so many different pieces to make it look different. 

In fact it is my go-to uniform and usually topped with a cashmere sweater and I am good to go.

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Love a classic cream cable knit sweater ( in fact I am on the hunt for just the right one). 

Pair it with some camel pants cute leopard flats, gold bangle, and pearl studs and I am done!! Love it, simple, classic and comfy.



A classic buccle jacket in fun colors with trim and then pop a colored belt on the jeans takes it up a notch, so does the ruffled blouse.


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Belts are a fun way of taking a simple outfit up a notch, notice the touch of gold around her waist.

Love this whole ensemble, but would change the shoes to my leopard flats, they go with just about everything.

Speaking of leopard flats here are a couple that would work if you are looking for some. 

I chose shoes for comfort, and a reasonable price point. I also like the calf-hair, and a smaller leopard print on my shoes……

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I also kept the style fairly classic because once you buy a pair of leopard flats you will wear them for many years to come. I purchased my first pair 12-15 years ago and still wear them and they still look great.

Clarks Valley Lounge

Notice the toe is not too pointy, round or squared. This classic slipper flat will last for years.

If you are in need of some inspiration in the fashion department I have several boards on Pinterest that you might find a few things that might work for you.

All of the above outfits can be found on my fashion boards on Pinterest, just click the links below:















As you can see I have quite a few fashion boards, in fact more than even I realized. 

I love fashion almost as much as I do design. After all pulling together an outfit is very much like pulling together a room.

You start with a good solid base and accessorize.

I hope this gives you a little inspiration for what you might wear during this holiday season!

 
 

Saturday, November 16, 2013

Top Christmas Pins and Links to my Christmas boards



Don't you find Saturday mornings the perfect time to pin ideas for the upcoming Holidays? A nice hot cup of coffee in hand and just let your mind wander throughout Pinterest.

Today I am going to show you some of my top pins for Christmas. The criteria was 20 repins or more.

I hope you enjoy and become inspired. At the end of the post you will find a list and link to all of my Christmas boards.

ENJOY
Wrapping paper placed in a French Market basket and used as part of the Christmas decor by the tree

29 pins


black and white striped paper with red satin ribbon with reversible green side.



29 pins


GEORGICA POND gift wrapping
22 pins


Winter Door

30 pins 
 
"WINTER BIRD" DECORATING PLAN FOR CHRISTMAS

24 pins
 

Christmas Cherries — dipped in white chocolate with silver sprinkles. - these are so so pretty!!!

28 pins



The Fancy Shack
22 pins


Spray paint pine cones to have that mercury glass look to them.
27 pins


boxwood
20 pins


A WOODLAND CHRISTMAS DECORATING PLAN
92 pins


35 Amazing Ways to Rock a Christmas present...beautiful ideas! by belphegor
22 pins 
BY CAROLYNE ROEHM


Designer MacGyver: 5 #Christmas Cookie Cutter Craft Ideas by ashleyw
107 pins


No more bows!!! Love this look for Christmas wrapping.
24 pins



Christmas Decoration  Merry and Bright  by MooseberryPrintShop, $18.00
327 pins



Christmas gift wrapping DIY by dakota moone
137 pins

chalkboard Christmas GIFT WRAP $15 FOR 6FT
42 pins
(all above pins can be found on my pinterest boards, links below)


If you are in need of some Inspiration take a trip over to Pinterest to visit any of my Christmas boards.

 
As you can see I have quite a few boards.
 
You can go there by clicking on the words below…….


MY BOARDS:

  CHRISTMAS WORDS

CHRISTMAS INSPIRATION FOR FRIENDS:
  HERE (a rustic woodland theme)
 HERE (all about red and white)
 HERE ( a soft Nordic Christmas) 
 
HERE ( More red and white)
CHRISTMAS FUN WITH THE KIDDOS



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A CHRISTMAS SECRET:
I even have a Secret Santa board where I pin gift ideas for my family!

SHHHH SECRET

Friday, November 15, 2013

How Do You Wrap You Christmas Gifts?



Do you have a signature gift wrap?

I didn't either until a few years ago when I heard Colin Cowie talk about how he has a signature gift wrap, and that everyone should have their own signature wrap.


He chose a shiny dark chocolate brown. It looks like a bowlful of melted chocolate, just yummy.


He even takes it so far as to leave personal stationery and cards at his favorite florist and confections store in case he needs a gift delivered. Now this man is beyond organized.


I saw the Oprah special where they showed his apartment. 

Oh! My!! If I was not already married I would ask him to marry me. You should see his closets and even his refrigerator.



He is always planning and thinking ahead. He is uber organized. 

Sorry I just get so excited about a color coordinated, organized home……


Now back to the signature wrap!
 
While perusing blog land I went to Chinoiserie Chic blog, she does an amazing job with color in her home, and it is all based around her love for color and Chinoiserie.

She did a post on this wonderful wrapping paper sold  at Caspari.

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If you have the time definitely take a look at their website they have some amazing gift wrap, and who knows maybe you will find your own signature wrap.

I loved the idea of a signature wrap so I thought about it for about one second and I knew exactly what mine should be. 

I think you all know what the answer is going to be!! My signature wrap is??????

You guessed it!
Black and white striped paper.
 
Now, I just knew I could find this paper. Well, after a lot of looking, and I do mean a lot of looking. I finally found a web-site called Nashville wraps that sold the perfect paper for me. 

They sell it in bolts to stores so you can buy a lot of paper. I got a bolt of 24”x 85ft for $20. That is an amazing price and so handy in its box that has a cutter on it.

I can use my paper for just about any occasion by changing the ornamentation on the gift. Here is a gift I wrapped as a Birthday gift for someone very close to me that loves turquoise……

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I made a band out of tissue paper and then made tissue flower and cut striped leaves. I think it turned out pretty cute . 

It could be altered by changing the color of the tissue paper. Very simple to do and a fun package to give someone.

Here are a few pictures of the different combinations I used with my black and white striped signature wrapping paper for Christmas......
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I used a black and white with red for this years Christmas gift wrap.


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This year I added a touch of lime Green to the mix.

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Another red and white year. I made my own personalized gift tags this year.

By keeping a black and white striped base I can add different patterns and colors for a whole new design. The possibilities are endless.

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WRAPPING PAPER AND RIBBON
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This is the combination of gift wrap I will have for this Christmas.

I found another fun source I would like to share with you called Paper Jacks, on Etsy.

Remember the band I made with turquoise tissue? Well Paper Jacks has done it for us……..

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Black and white perfect for me, but they do carry many other colors.


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Here is the navy. I love the wide striped and the stitch .

They also carry custom labels to add to the paper ribbon…….

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They are so reasonably priced and come packaged in the cute little boxes with the ribbon tab.

Endless ways to combine your favorite patterns, and colors.

Also great for those packages you have to send via Mail or Ups. No smashed bows!!

Be sure and visit….


For those of you who love beautifully wrapped gifts for presentation you must go and look at The Gift Wrapped Life blog

Sande is the author and the talented lady behind wonderful gift wrapping and gift ideas.

She talks about life, design and gifts. She is so articulate and makes all things in her surroundings lovely. She is truly an elegant lady.

IF YOU CHOSE A SIGNATURE WRAP WHAT DESIGN AND COLOR WOULD IT BE?