Traveling and feeling sassy all in one sweep, and definitely what we wear plays a role in how we feel. So going back to my hometown of Chicago, I wanted to be Miss Sassypants while scoping out the city. Don't get me wrong, our city of Oklahoma City, is beautiful and booming, but that Chicago gets me all choked up every time! It's SO fabulous, you don't even KNOW unless you've been. I had to throw on one of this seasons hottest … [Read more...]
What To Wear: Fur and Flares
To me, fall is synonymous with jeans. Jeans and boots. Jeans and sweaters. Jeans and vests. Jeans pretty much are our staple. And just because jeans are jeans are jeans, not all jeans are the same. Straight leg, skinny, torn up, and now we're seeing the comeback of the bootcut and flare. And pair that with the cooler weather, bring on the furs, especially vests. Glistening in the sun, feeling casual and … [Read more...]
Fall Nails On Trend
via I have never been more excited about a season with regards to style coming up ahead of us like I am THIS season. First of all, for all the younger bloggers and instagrammers out there, they won't get it like those of us 40 and over will. I mean I remember wearing the things that are coming back from the 70's and 80's and it's just CRAZY! I don't know what it is about some of these earlier decades that I love, maybe it's a sense of … [Read more...]
Fall Fashion: Ripped Jeans and The Duster
When it comes to Oklahoma weather, the one think I can say that most of us would agree on is that our weather is unpredictable. This weekend we were SUPPOSED to have a cool front come thru. Did you see it? Or did I blink? Ya. That's about how it goes. Well, I'm so excited that one of the things we're seeing lots of this fall is the duster. Call it a long flowy cardigan, a long sweater, but it's the perfect layering … [Read more...]
Beverly Feldman: Too Much Is Not Enough
Too much is not enough. That is the motto of Beverly Feldman, shoe designer and icon of over 40 years, and more fabulous now than ever. I've worn her shoes for years, and to be quite honest, I can't part with them. My absolute favorite you can see here from this post from the summer... It's the detail in all her work that makes her shoes so special. Not only are they so comfortable, but they all have some special … [Read more...]
H&M in Oklahoma City
The long awaited day came. After hearing about this for over a year, the giant and fabulous international retail fashion superstore H&M opened it's doors just 2 days ago in Oklahoma City, and it wasn't JUST a grand opening. It was an EVENT. Beyond what I had imagined. Lines were winding all throughout the inside of Quail Springs Mall with anxious and excited fashion lovers waiting to be one of the first ones to get their hands on this … [Read more...]
Bathroom Inspiration
So... I'm one that needs a serious kick in the a** to complete a project. I get the stuff, have the best intentions, and then find all the reasons in the world to delay. How many of you relate? Can I see a show of hands please? So ya, two Novembers ago I got marble glass mosaic tile to redo my bathroom. I was keeping my existing travertine that I absolutely love on my counters and tub deck. Well, it was going to be a project that I needed … [Read more...]
Versona Oklahoma City
There's a new shop in town, and her name is Versona. I'm excited to introduce her to you and all she has to offer all you stylish fashionistas. Conveniently located off I-40 and MacArthur, you can get there in a hop, skip and a jump from anywhere in Oklahoma City and its metro area. I immediately fell in love with the store when I walked in and saw it dripping with chandeliers, and as far as my eye could see, I saw sparkles of displays … [Read more...]
See Summer Better with Warby Parker
With only less than a month left for summer, it isn't quite over yet. As fall routines begin to get set back into place, I sit back and think about what a unique summer I've had, and count my blessings. While most think of summer as relaxing, mine was hardly that. First I spent the earlier part of the summer in Dallas market helping grow Honestly Margo's business... what fun that was for sure! Then just a short few weeks … [Read more...]
Painting With Acrylics and Gold Leaf
When my kids were young, I used to buy them canvases and let them paint their little hearts out. I have their masterpieces sprinkled throughout the house. Well, I have this wall I've been wanting something new and abstract in my family room. Remember last November when I began this family room and bar makeover? Here it is. Ya what month are we in? Yup. Ok so only a couple more things before I share it all and it's complete. And this is … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: White Jeans For Fall
White jeans are my staple in the summer, but they don't have to be a summer pant. Truly, they've become a must have for all year round. And as we transition into fall, there's no better way then to pair your favorite white jeans with a fall color, and the color of the year, marsala. I mean let's be real. What DOESN'T go with white? Um... nothing. Everything goes with white. Even white on white! So … [Read more...]
Fall Fashion: The Shirtdress and Booties
We've got August under swing, and that means fall is just about here, even though it's still technically summer. With back to school underway, kids in different areas slowly making their way to the classrooms, I'm thinking we need to start talking Fall Fashion. Because it's going to be here before we know it. And one of the trends I'm seeing everywhere is the shirt dress with booties. I really love this look because it's very relaxed, easy … [Read more...]
Spa Break and a New Look
The OP Life is taking a few days off this week for a spa break.... Just like we redecorate our homes and give it, update our wardrobe and buy new clothes, change our hairstyle, my online home is getting a new fresh look. I have some exciting things on the horizon, and we always want to put our best foot forward, so with that, I will see you VERY soon, with a new look! The OP Life will be even MORE On Purpose and ready to take … [Read more...]
Blue and White Decor: Part 2
Last week I talked about decorating with blue and white. In case you missed it, you can see it HERE. I have LOTS of blue and white in my home. It's been a LONG time coming BUT, my family room is like just a week or two away from being COMPLETE! FINALLY! I started painting it last November... took me long enough, right? Jeez! I talked about this little makeover HERE. That room went from that butter yellow to this blue I'm showing below. … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Classic Denim and Black
I have had this dress FOREVER. As in really truly.. FOREVER... I can't even remember where I got it. Maybe Neiman Marcus LastCall like 7 years ago? And I can't part with it. Because it has 2 elements that are keep-worthy. 1. The classic fabrics combined with 2. the unique look of its classic style. Who would have thought to put together black cotton with denim ruffles? I thought it was so cool. So of … [Read more...]
National Lipstick Day
One of my favorite parts of our makeup... Lipstick. Today is National Lipstick Day, and I hear the angels sing! I absolutely LOVE LOVE lipstick. Lipstick, lip liner, lip gloss, all about the lips. For those of you who have followed me, this is absolutely no newsflash to you. You can tell I'm a lip girl. But what is it about wearing lipstick that is so awesome? Well, the way I look at it, it's that final touch to beautifying ourselves. … [Read more...]
Summer Isn’t Over Yet
The world in which I live, a lot of kids will be going back to school next week. NEXT WEEK! I'm like seriously? Summer isn't over yet! It's still SUMMER PEOPLE! It's still BLISTERING hot! My kids still have another month. And for the rest of the world, many people's "holiday" begins mid July and goes into August. So really, even though we're seeing fall stuff already, summer ain't over. I have to admit I'm a beach girl. I'm drawn to … [Read more...]
Making Your Bling Sparkle: Baublerella
What good is it to have bling but not have it sparkle? That's no fun! If we've got it, it needs to shine! (wink!) And I was absolutely in love with this product and the sweet girl who started this business when I met her in Dallas. - side note- One of the perks of being the momager to Honestly Margo is I get to meet incredible people from all over when we're growing her business and working the different markets. So this is the first of … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Prepared For Anything
I'm BAAAAAAAACK! I THINK my brain is refreshed and ready to go and get back into the swing of things. I will say I think my plate is fuller than ever but still, it's all so very good and exciting! As most of you know, I've been MIA for several weeks, and I had quite a task at hand. I had to pack for two types of trips, that were back to back, in one swoop, and be prepared for whatever and where ever. First trip was work in Atlanta for … [Read more...]
Belt Bags: The New Fanny Packs
Many of you might have been just little girls back when the fanny pack made its debut in the 80's. Then there were those of us who were old enough to actually HAVE one. Who remembers that? Not long ago I did a post on some shorts I think that will be making a comeback, too. You can see that HERE. Well, I will say, it wasn't something I loved back then, BUT fancy those bad boys up, change up the name to "Belt Bags" as they're called today, … [Read more...]
