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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
A Taste of Western
I'm so excited for another fabulous local event in our awesome community on Western Avenue coming up soon and I want YOU (all of my local friends, sorry London, Australia, Canada and everywhere else... I wish you could be here with us!) to join me. This is A Taste of Western. A fusion event of art and cuisine featuring 15 restaurants 4 wine brokers 9 local artists transforming our community into a gallery of art … [Read more...]
MUB Serenity+Scott Cosmetics Giveaway
The MakeUp Bar has been every Oklahoma City beauty addict's haven for 13 years. They have been the spot to go to for everything beauty, from big names like Nars and Chantecaille to new up can coming brands like Honestly Margo {wink!}. One line that they are the EXCLUSIVE retailers in the state is Serenity+Scott. It's always great to come across a cosmetic line that has great pigment, that has a feel of glamour and ultra luxury, but doesn't … [Read more...]
Shorts and Boots: Fashion Show Plan A
Several weeks ago, our local boutiques from Classen Curve and Nichols Hills Plaza (part of Western Avenue) put on a fall fashion show and it was so fabulous. You can recall it HERE and HERE. I was supposed to wear shorts and boots. Well, I got word that I would be one of the emcees that evening, which made me rethink my dress for the evening. I wanted to wear something fashionable for SURE since after all, it IS a fashion show. But, I … [Read more...]
Classic Swing Dress
Last week for the #FirstThursdaysFashionShow, I was going to be wearing an outfit from On A Whim. They have some of my favorite brands, like alice + olivia, Rebecca Taylor, AG Jeans, Splendid, Rebecca Minkoff, Cynthia Vincent to name a few. Well, the plan was to wear something a little more on the edgy side, but I then got the message that I would be one of the emcees. Sooooooo I decided to get back to a classic considering my new role. Not … [Read more...]
It’s A Wrap: Five Things…
What a wonderful and FULL week it has been, and with that, some thoughts to share and recap.... actually five things... 1. Keep your eyes open for opportunities to bless someone. Some of my personal friends know what happened last week to me with two strangers... I swear you never know when you're being tested. I had tears the rest of the evening because I felt a much higher being all around me and all over me I cannot even begin to … [Read more...]
Preppy Chic Skirt Styling
As fall is upon us, one of the trends we're going to see is a very preppy and masculine influence on women's wear. And, you've heard me talking about this First Thursdays Fashion Show coming up, well this might be one of the looks you'll be seeing if you're a local and spending the evening with us. From CK and Company, we put together this sleek neoprene skirt, with faux fur on the front side with a retro and … [Read more...]
European Modern Furniture: BD Home
Right in our own back yard in Classen Curve lies this gem of a furniture store, unlike any other I've seen in my area. It's one of those places that has things that you see in fabulous interior design magazines, like Elle Decor or Veranda or Town & Country. BD Home is an upscale furniture store designed to meet the needs of those desiring unique European modern contemporary high end furnishings. Most things on the floor … [Read more...]
First Thursdays Fashion Show
For those of us who live in this booming city, we know that we feel a sense of buzz in the air in Oklahoma City. There's always something hot and happenin going on. And one week from today, in my cool hot and hip part of town, there's going to be night of food, music, drinks and FASHION. On a part of Western Avenue's district, Classen Curve and Nichols Hills Plaza and some of their hot businesses are coming together to show … [Read more...]
Beauty, Balance and Bonding
I think so many women who want kids love the thought of having a little girl. There's something about having a little girl to dress up and fix her hair. God blessed me with a good one 13 years ago... my mini-me. And has she ever been a ball! Parenting has it's challenges for sure, but it's one of the most rewarding things I've experienced and done in my life. And keeping it all together is something I try to do as best as I can, and look my … [Read more...]
West Elm Love
Look who is moving down the street from me... West Elm is coming to town! OKC... (and happens to be ON WESTERN AVENUE! HOLLA!!!) If I could go on a little shopping spree, I think I'd like each of those pretties. Mark your calendar... August 14th is the BIG day! By the way... don't forget to hop on over to my instagram and look for a big floppy hat... there's a giveaway going on over there and I don't want … [Read more...]
Country Club Plaza Shopping Wearing Western Ave Faves
My favorite things in life are those that are spontaneous. And last week, we decided very last minute to take a trip up to Kansas City to see some family and see the sights since we had a nice four day weekend ahead of us. Growing up, I remember fondly visiting The Plaza, especially during the holidays. It is one of the most beautiful sights to see, so if you ever have an opportunity to travel between Thanksgiving and the New Year, you should … [Read more...]
White on White
You've seen my love for white jeans HERE and HERE, so today I hopped onto the Coast to Coast challenge today pairing whites with whites because I couldn't resist another white jean post. {wink!} I paired white jeans with a t-shirt that's not-so-basic. It's a white T with gold writing for ME, the Western Scout {wink!}, and with that I added a fabulous belt, shoes and bag. Nothing complicated, … [Read more...]
Denim Herve Leger
Herve Leger is a brand known for its classic pieces that don't go out of style, and also for the sexy form fitting ribbed fabric that shows off women's curves in all the right places. What woman doesn't love to feel all that? That is exactly what this outfit made me feel like. Just one of several lines that are found that make a woman feel that way at Liberte' in Oklahoma City in Classen … [Read more...]
Give Me Liberte’
There is a boutique that is just around the corner from my house that just celebrated their 2 year anniversary and I think it's so fabulous, all the smart and fabulous women need to know about it. So it made my W list…. It's a WOWzer from the moment you walk in. Meet Liberte'. This beautiful boutique, located in Oklahoma City's newest hot spot shopping district, Classen Curve, part of the … [Read more...]
Striped Swing Dress and a Winner
Having a little striped dress in the closet is one of those conservative looks you can wear anywear. A classic without it being "black and white" again. This great little boucle dress from CK and Company by Theory can be dressed up or dressed down, but I love it's flirty skirt that makes me feel young, footloose and fancy free! Wearing this dress had a total feminine flowy feel for me. I … [Read more...]
Jeweled Up Messy Bun
Those of us with medium to long hair have one thing in common I think… We have the ability to go a few days without washing our hair, throw it up, and it's A-OK. And these bejeweled beauties I came across the other day at On A Whim gave me yet another reason to skip a day of washing my hair. First, if you haven't been to On A Whim in Classen Curve, you don't know what you're missing. Started by 2 girlfriends out of their homes way back when … [Read more...]
