Do you ever feel we wear the same styles and same types of thing over and over again? I certainly do, I call it my "uniform". Bring on nudes, blush, heather grey, browns, black, and while. Yup. Same ole thing. And I really don't have an issue with it to be honest because it's what I like for myself. But I always am attracted to wow statement pieces. Well, last week I had a fabulous (not kidding, that IS for reals!) event I was so honored … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Spring Neutrals
If you've followed me for any amount of time, you know I like to buy some choice pieces of clothing that have style, but are timeless. So I recently pulled out this Nicole Miller military jacket I bought at Ruth Meyers (now R. Meyers) in Oklahoma City, I kid you not, I want to say 10 years ago. Yup. It was a short little thing, and I also got a silky sheer blouse that has some fun pleats at the bottom that hang down below the bottom of the … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Spring Stripes
One of this spring's trends is stripes. We're seeing it everywhere, so I decided to pull out one of my striped dresses I've had for a while and couldn't part with it for several reasons. I love the detail on the shoulders and the side little tie. Second, it's pretty much a classic style, and it's Marc Jacobs. So I thought, if it's a classic, keep it. And so I did. All the better because I get to share this old thing of mine with some other … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: White on White
Spring is around the corner, right? Please someone say YES. It surely HAS to be! I'm dreaming of it to come sooner than later, and I think it's time, already, don't you? Dreaming of whites on whites and creams and flowing fabrics with a bit of a straight lined boss chic kinda way... Helmut Lang always has that edgy, modern, sleek look that I like that looks sophisticated, sharp and clean. These cream and white … [Read more...]
Rocksbox Baubles
Wouldn't it be so nice if there was a try before you buy system set up for all of your pretty sparkly things? I mean let's face it. Trends come and go and we want to stay up with what's the hottest styles, and yet know what goes with what we have. And the biggest part is as these trends shift, our money we spent is then gone and those pieces seem old. As in, "last season". I mean having what's hot and what's NOW without spending that extra … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Casual Diva
There are definitely clothes that make us feel certain ways and influence our moods and confidence. I always prefer to wear things that bring out my inner she-ra, even if it's casual for the day. That is definitely what this outfit did for me. If you want to know what to wear to feel like a diva, take a look at this. I pulled a cape I had purchased several years ago from a home show with some Charles David over the knee boots I got a steal … [Read more...]
Blush Bags
If you've followed me for any bit of time, you know one of the colors I'm into for many things is nudes. This coming spring, one of the hottest colors you'll see out there is Blush. I consider it an offshoot from the nudes because it goes with just about everything and every skintone, it has that hint of pink that makes it a bit sweeter. So I call it "blush nude" As we're building our wardrobe, planning towards the next season, I think a … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Casual Ponchos
Ponchos have never been a huge thing for me but I do think they look pretty great so I thought I'd try one out. Earlier this winter I stumbled across this fabulous fur hooded poncho at Take Out Treasures in Oklahoma City. Starting out as just a jewelry and accessory store, this gem of a shop has expanded it's offerings to so many more things other than jewelry and accessories. They have a cherry picked selection of clothes, fun gifts, even a … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Casual Winter Brunch
It's still winter, and it's still cold, so if you're going to a weekend brunch and then going to take on the day, some thoughts on what to wear to make a fashion statement for the morning that will carry you throughout the day. This isn't the "pearls and sweater twinset" "country-club" kinda brunch. This is the NEW brunch for 2015. I kinda felt like a "tigress" and knew I was going to take on the day with all of it's … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Edgy Casual
I was recently out and about in one of my favorite shops in Oklahoma City, CK and Company, and came across this new line they are carring, Pam and Gela. The girls who brought us Juicy Couture bring us this hip line. It was totally my style. Fun, edgy, contemporary pieces that are super casual for the way I live. I'm a mom, a boss chic of sorts, and I work from home. So when I want to feel comfy but look hip, this is a perfect go-to line for … [Read more...]
TBT: Market, Parties and Headbands
When I find brands with great style, I love to keep up with them. And when they are things so many of us ladies could use and wear and love, how can I not share it with the world! So today is a #TBT to earlier this month when I got to visit with Elizabeth, owner of Jolie. We connected in Atlanta market in January when I was there helping Honestly Margo with her business. Both Margo and I were obsessed with the loveliness … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Abi Ferrin Versatile Leggings
It wasn't long ago that I shared my absolute favorite leggings from Abi Ferrin from R.Meyers. In case you missed it, you can see it HERE. Well, being inspired by Kate Middleton wearing hers what it appears to be on the slopes, I thought to myself, these fabulous things are NOT just to be dressed up. I can look super fabulous for less formal occasions... like travel. When it comes to travel I like to have three things part of my look: I have … [Read more...]
Workplace Wardrobe Essentials
Recently I was so honored to be asked to record a podcast for Blogging 4 Jobs by Jessica Miller-Merrell. Blogging 4 Jobs is a top blog/resource in the HR industry. Jessica is a sought after speaker, author, internet web show hostess, and professional on all things social media and HR. Not only is she all of those amazing things, she's a dear friend and mentor to me. So of course when she asked me to collaborate on this project, I was … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Simplicity with Details
One of the things I look for when I shop are distinctive details that make a basic piece not so basic. Such is the case when I came across these fabulous pieces. I snatched up the last one of this sweater by Christopher Fischer at Liberte' in Oklahoma City. We're so used to these large oversized and flowy tops with leggings that the slim line of this cashmere piece appealed to me. But what I loved more was the detail of the sheer shoulders. … [Read more...]
Fur Vests
One of my favorite things about colder weather is wearing furs. You guys KNOW I absolutely love fur coats. In different colors, different textures, different styles, I just love em. Something about the way they make me feel when I wear them, as my daughter put it, she said it makes her feel "fabulous". Ok then! Out of the mouths of babes! Well, this year, we're seeing lots of fur VESTS. And I love that because where I live, the cooler … [Read more...]
Pantone Color of the Year 2015 Marsala
In case you hadn't heard, the Pantone Color of the Year for 2015 is Marsala. I'm super in love with this color. It's warm, it's rich, I think it goes on almost anyone, it's natural, it's elegant and sophisticated. And it's appealing to both men and women (way more so than radiant orchid, no?) From Pantone: "Much like the fortified wine that gives Marsala its name, this tasteful hue embodies the satisfying richness of a … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Finds and Steals
It's no secret that I do like to shop. Not necessarily buy when I shop, but I enjoy window shopping in all kinds of places. And one of the biggest thrills I get out of shopping believe it or not is a good deal. It's almost a GAME to me to find a great piece at a great price. Well that's what I'm talkin about today. A few things that I have in my closet that were good finds and steals that I've picked up along the way. Today, my coat … [Read more...]
Gift Guide from the #westernscout
We are just ONE MONTH away from Christmas you guys... ONE MONTH.... as in 4 1/2 weeks away. Are you done with your shopping? Because I know I'm not. So, I'm going to make all of your lives easier, especially my Oklahoma City friends. Most of you know I have been so blessed to be the #WesternScout for the Western Avenue district, sharing everything wonderful and awesome and fabulous and what's happening with everyone … [Read more...]
Winter Weather Essentials: Fur Coat
Old man winter has shown his face this weekend, and we've experienced our first official cold front with precipitation. And by that I mean SNOW. {wink!} So with that comes dressing for the occasion. I have a list of things that I think are essentials for winter weather, to keep ourselves warm and cozy and fashionable at the same time. The top of my list is a fur coat. Now, this is SUPER easy for me to say it's a … [Read more...]
Sunday Shout Out: The Blog Issue
The Blog Issue has been in the making for months and TODAY it's born! (actually last night to all of you reading this special Sunday morning.) The darling Savannah Larsen, creator of The Blog Issue had this wonderful idea this summer, to create a magazine of bloggers, bringing together a community of real women, who might do this part time, might do this full time, who do what they do, have all of their … [Read more...]
