In Bloom with Gwynnie Bee

Dress: c/o Gwynnie Bee → SIGN UP FOR A FOUR WEEK FREE TRIAL HERE
Earrings: Similar HERE & HERE| Purse: Gucci, similar HERE| Shoes: Vince Camuto, another option HERE

This post is sponsored by Gwynnie Bee. All opinions are my own.

Do you ever say or think: 'I have nothing to wear'? Well today's post is just for you 😀 There is a solution to this relentless phenomenon! I've spoken a number of times here on the blog about the benefits that I personally enjoy from my Gwynnie Bee membership. 
Everything that I've shared is true from my personal experience. Gwynnie Bee is an awesome service, I am amazed at how the selections continue to get better and better every year!
With Gwynnie Bee, truly you never have to feel like you don't have anything to wear again!!!  In short, Gwynnie Bee is:
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➨It's like a department store at your fingertips
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➨Free shipping & dry cleaning on all clothing indefinitely
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Before I became a Gwynnie Bee member, I tried a FREE Trial Membership for four weeks (back in 2013). I was amazed at the concept, and to be honest, I wished that I had thought of it myself, LOL! But seriously, what woman doesn't like getting new clothes all the time with minimal effort?! It is a perfect solution for the career woman who enjoys a slay at the office, or the woman that simply enjoys trying new things and being effortlessly fashionable 😉

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➧Your credit card is necessary to send you the first package, billing will begin once your trial period ends, you will NOT be charged until the day after your 30 day free trial ends.

➧To ensure that your credit card is NOT charged (and you don't lose track of time), try setting a reminder on your smart device for day number 25 of your 30 day trial membership. 
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I hope this post answers any questions that you may have had - but if not, please feel free to sound off below! 
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Until next time,
Xx

Jump On It

Kimono: c/o HERE| Jumpsuit: Old| Wood watch: c/o HERE| Clutch: Vintage| Pink sandals: Franco Sarto, similar HERE

Happy Fri-Yay Dolls!!!

Today’s style story features a duster length kimono paired with a simple cotton jumpsuit- a perfect combo for date night or a girls night out. I’ve had this jumpsuit for a couple of years (I think I last wore it 2 years ago while on travel), but this is its first debut here on the blog. It is made from a wonderfully soft and breathable cotton blend.

I was slow to join the kimono game, not because I don’t care for them, but because I hadn’t seen one that suited my preferences. I specifically wanted one that was duster length, preferably with longer sleeves verses elbow length, and I wanted it to have an over-sized fit. I had just about given up that such a kimono existed (after one false alarm at Nordstrom's) – that is until I changed where I looked for it 👀

Another avenue of thinking outside the box when it comes to personal style includes purposing items in ways different than they may have originally been intended. Take for instance this kimono…it is actually listed/used as a robe! When I discovered it online, I felt fairly positive that it would serve my interests well.

I was right! When it arrived I immediately remembered my comfy yet seldom worn jumpsuit as an option to pair it with, after all a monochrome approach is practically effortless!

Do tell, are you a fan of kimonos? If so, what are your style preferences?

Until next time,

XO

This & That

Today’s style edition features a typical merger of Summer and Fall. An easy way to maximize your wardrobe: Layer seemingly seasonal pieces to make them suitable for your local climate at present , along with your personal style preferences.

Admittedly I have an inordinate amount of purple colored pieces in my collection, which makes it easy for me to mix & match this & that. Sidebar: Purple is not my favorite color but rather functions as a neutral color. Basically, purple is like the color black, in my style world.

I typically wear this dress during the summer months, but as it stands it is Fall, so I opted to layer up with my staple silk blouse which is only about a decade young.

On cooler days and or nights this combo can easily be paired with matching tights/boots/or booties. Better yet, if you’ve already had your first snow this cool weather season, I can envision this look with a fun faux fur coat and equally fab knit hat ;)

Sunnies: Tildon| Dress: Ivy & Blu by Maggy Boutique (Nordstrom), worn here| Silk blouse: Ralph Lauren| Suede clutch: Vintage| Sandals: Victoria’s Secret, also worn here

Silk Petals

It’s feels a lot like Spring here in Los Angeles, a vast array of flowering trees and bushes are in full bloom. I love this time of year! If there is at least one thing that I genuinely appreciate about living in California now, it is hands down… The Weather! As a Detroiter, I was raised in brutal cold winters and regular snow falls. However, at this stage in my life I have accepted that I simply do not have a desire to tolerate that type of weather again! LOL! The past few days have been gloriously beautiful. I innately feel happier when stepping out into the inviting sunshine and warm breezes. Even a few semi-cloudy skies were breathtakingly wonderful and didn’t damper the Spring-like vibes one bit.

Silk is one of my favorite fabrics; I’d say it runs neck and neck with my love of crisp cotton. Today’s ensemble features silk on silk along with my self-proclaimed neutral hue: purple. Purple permeates my wardrobe, yet it is not my favorite color. It serves for me in a similar way as one might use black and/or grey (see here, here, and here).

Like my new hairdo?! 

Not only did I straighten it, I added a demi-permanent red color, plus wacked off a good chunk, taking me from mid back length to neck length. This isn’t my first time chop session, and I dare say it won’t be my last! I love changing up my own hair, and I'm very excited about a few more ideas up the pike…. 

Until next time Style Lovers, have a wonderful weekend!!
XO

Sunnies: TopShop (also worn here) | Silk blouse: Ralph Lauren (worn here, here, and here) | Silk dress: Donna Ricco (worn here)
Suede shoes: Victoria’s Secret Catalog | Tote: Coach (worn here)

Thrift Store Score: Beating the Heat in a Vintage Frock

Hey there fellow Style Lovers!

Can you believe that the weekend has arrived already?! I’m so thankful for it, and to show my gratitude I plan to take full advantage of every single moment of it =)

Today’s post is a short and sweet one, featuring a vintage frock that I wore earlier this week when temperatures were ridiculously H O T! How hot? I’m talking “SMOKING HOT”. You know, that kind of heat that makes you sweat profusely as soon as you step outside of central air - that kind of heat that makes your heart beat faster just from standing still in it for a few minutes - yes - that kind of heat that has the propensity to make you feel infinitely miserable! Such was the sad reality here in SoCal! Admittedly I’m not from these parts, but natives of this land tell me that this particular heat wave was most unusual. LOL! While the rest of the country was basking in Fall-like weather, I was sweltering in an outdoor furnace. Generally I am a fan of heat/warmth, especially when given the choice to be either hot or cold. However, as I creep toward age 40, I notice that my enjoyment of extremely hot weather is slowly beginning to depreciate. Oops, I just went on a rant despite initially saying that today’s post would be a short one! Ok, here we go:

This is a #ThriftStoreScore because of it's cost: less than $1.00 USD!!! Plus I like the style of it: color blocked and a-line, simply FAB! Snagged it while I was in the Midwest a few weeks back =) Come to think of it, I actually had a full-on thrift store haul! Some of the pieces probably won’t be worn until next Summer, nonetheless, they’re at my disposal when I need them ;)

The next picture aptly sums up how I felt about the heat wave.

Fortunately as of yesterday temps are on a downward trend, we're actually experiencing the mid 60s late in the evening/night! 

I wish you a wonderful weekend Beauties!

Sunnies: Bestsey Johnson (worn here)

Earrings: Vintage

Bracelet: Forever21

Dress: Vintage

Belt: Kate Spade (also worn here)

Clutch: Vintage

Metallic oxfords: Tildon (also worn here and here)

Purple Reigns

Today's post is short and sweet. One of the benefits of being married to a golfer is the beautiful views enjoyed from golf resorts; Perfect photo opportunities! I wore these jeans not too long ago,  but I wanted to wear them again. 
Have you ever had a hankering to wear something that you just wore not too long ago?

Faux fur: Victoria's Secret (Came attached to a sweater)

Silk blouse: Ralph Lauren (also seen here)

Skinny Jeans: NYDJ (also seen here)

Stilettos: Nine West

Rhinestone evening bag: Vintage, thrifted