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...]
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...]
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...]
How To Style Your Shelfie
You'll see home accessories on the blog often. I know, yes more. But to me, accessories for our homes are like the sprinkles of jewelry are to our look that we're wearing. The big heavier things, our furniture remains. So these added sprinkles are the things we can change up to freshen and change things up. Last week I shared with you 10 TIPS TO STYLE YOUR BOOKSHELVES with pointers on how to do, what to do, and what to put in them. So I … [Read more...]
Mid Century Modern Living Rooms
You all know I love to mix old with new, and one design style we're seeing lots of is the mid-century modern style. So, today Jane at Modernize is sharing some examples with us and some things to look for. The mid-century modern style is showing a huge surge in popularity these days, and it's no wonder — the style’s emphasis on open floor plans and ample windows fits with today's modern family as well as it did back then. (And we can’t help … [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...]
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...]
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...]
Hardware, Knobs and the Details
I love to think of the hardware and knobs/pulls/handles on our furniture and cabinets as if they are jewelry for our furnishings. Those are the little details and extras that you can play with and have fun with and give a piece a whole new look by simply just changing those little details. Depending on the space you're working with, this can really enhance the overall look you're going for just with changing those simple … [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...]
Black Bar
This week I am 100% completely immersed in a home makeover project. I thought it wouldn't be a big deal, but it's bigger than I anticipated for sure. Not quite sure if it's because I haven't done it too often or what, but I guess I didn't realize the fumes and mess and displacement it would be for our whole crew. What kinda make-over? This space.... but today I'm specifically talking THIS space.... ... the bar. I shared … [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...]
Shop Your Closet: Classics With Detail
You guys know I love to find great finds. I'm always building upon my wardrobe with my "investment" pieces, looking for those classics that will never go out of style, and still look modern and fresh. Such was the case when I came upon this cream tweed coat by Karolina Zmarlak at Liberte'. Yes, I did just talk about her style yesterday. Well, I splurged on this beautiful coat on sale. It's seriously SO amazing, I can't even … [Read more...]
Fashion Forward: Karolina Zmarlak
So often when boutiques have trunk shows, we get to meet the wonderful reps that take the clothing line to their stockists, but it isn't often that the designer herself makes the appearance with the clothing. Well last week, the young talented Karolina Zmarlak came to Oklahoma City for a trunk show at Liberte' in Classen Curve. And she was the coolest chic ever to meet! I loved hearing her describe her clothing to me... Her style very … [Read more...]
Over the Knee Boots
I think over the knee boots is probably THE buzz word when I think of boots for the fall and winter this season. Sooooo... being that I DO love shoes and boots (twist my arm already!), I splurged and got a pair by Joie from On A Whim that seemed to fit my "age" (so I was told by the people that I reside with! HA!) You might have seen em on a post I did not too long ago following the First Thursday's Fashion … [Read more...]
