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Seeing Dots…Polka dots Spring transition outfit & wardrobe Tip’s

Happy Monday Beautiful’s! Hope your weekend was great and your ready for a great new week! It’s a Beautiful day out Today in Utah and we’re starting to feel a little like Spring! YAY! If your like me your ready because we’ve had one heck of a Winter! 

I wanted to share with you a Fun Spring transition outfit and Some Tips on Why I have these items in my wardrobe! I am using some pieces from Fall (my top and shoes) with some fun New Spring Items (this super skirt & denim jacket) 

Top :Mine is Sold out find one similar here or Here, Shoes: similar here and on SALE,

Polka dot skirt from Chic Style here, Denim Jacket: here, Necklace: similar here & here I Found my Necklace at a street market in NYC (One of My favorite things to collect while on Vacation is a piece of Jewelry made by a local artist) I wanted to give you a Faux and a real option!

 

The transition from Winter to Spring can be hard! 1 because we so badly want the temps to be warmer & We want to wear the Spring/ Summer clothes but the temps don’t always allow us! 2 We don’t always have the budget to go buy all NEW clothes!  Here is a great way to solve Both! By Mixing things you already own with a new Spring item or two you can dress like its  spring but have the choice to layer up when it’s cooler! Here is how and why I choose these items for My wardrobe!

Skirt:I love the classic and playful lines of the fluted pencil Skirt! Who doesn’t love Polka dot’s? This is a great Basic & versatile piece to add to your wardrobe that you can own for years! Steal at $39.99 

Denim jacket:If you’ve been following me over the years on Facebook or My New personal instagram you know how much I swear by owning a good fitting Denim jacket! It’s a Basic staple item every lady should own! If you can afford I suggest owning a darker & regular weight and a lighter & lighter weight one! My Favorite is the Kut from the Kloth  it fit’s well, is a little tapered not to boxy and a good moderate price point.  This essential piece works with ALL most every outfit you could create! From a lace dress or Skirt to dress pants an jeans. It can tone down a outfit or edge one up! It’s a must have for Spring & Summer Chilly nights. I keep one in my car and I always travel with one. A denim Jacket travel’s well because it can be rolled up small or is a  light enough weight to wear on a chilly plane. If you don’t have one make it a priority piece on your shopping list! You’ll thank me later:) 

Faux Leather top: My top I have owned for a couple of years now and it never gets old! I suggest owning a cool Black Leather top!  Long sleeve or short it really doesn’t matter you’ll get a lot of use out of it as you can wear Year round! Tip buy one that is thin and doesn’t have to much fabric so you can wear alone or layered. Leather adds a “Cool” factor or edge but can also be”Classic” depending on what you pair it with!

Open toed Booties: Mine are Vince Camuto I purchased at Nordstrom a couple of years ago! I really feel its worth it to buy good shoes. They last a longer and are truly more comfortable. This Booty style I personally feel is a classic more then trendy plus very versatile.  Can be worn with jeans, skirts and dresses so in my eyes a good investment! The pair I linked you too are even on SALE! 

Hope you enjoyed My Spring Transition outfit and Helpful tips!

Enjoy your week! OX D’Arcy

Mikrose clothing

April 14th, Fox13 The Place, Fashion segment partnering with Mikarose to dress the host’s Brook & Brittney for Spring!

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Saturday style (series 3)

Happy Saturday Beautiful’s! 

March is flying by… already the 2nd Saturday of the month! If you’ve been following along I have been braking down Spring’s 15 top trends over the month.  Today I have a Couple Favorite’s… Stripes , Big bag’s, and The Wedge Sandal! Hope you enjoy!

Also a sneak at a Fun jewelry line I came a crossed and fell in love!

Tunic Chic Style Utah, Jeans Sold out Similar here, Sun glasses here

Bag Louis Vuitton Here

This seasons Must have shoe! Here

My Silver & Moonstone ring Collection was Complimentary From Moonstone Magic Shop I am in love! Each piece is Beautiful to wear on its own or layered like I have shown Here. If you haven’t heard of MoonstoneMagic.com You must check out their website Here https://www.moonstoneshop.com/collections/moonstone-rings and all their Beautiful Bohemian jewelry. I did not realize the meaning and power of Moonstone and boy is it a interesting read. HERE  https://www.moonstoneshop.com/blogs/news/moonstone-rituals-for-every-moon-child  I love Meaning behind product! Now go read it and see if YOUR a moon child!     Right NOW the WHOLE site is 30% off no code needed! Hurry Sale Ends at end of March!  I hope you find some Beautiful pieces and maybe play with the ring Layer trend!

I love Stripes it’s not a secret! Stripes in the Spring and Summer just feels like the beach to me! I am so happy it’s still on trend from tops, to pants make sure you find a piece that you love. Tip: Thin stripes are the most flattering!

Big Bag’s…This season is ALL about over sized bags. From designer to cute ones for the beach it’s ALL about the size! Tip: Use little bags inside your large bag to keep it organized!  (we are becoming our Mothers…wink!) 

Sandal… This season it’s the wedge and boy is it comfortable! I worked stand and running around all day with NO pain! A wedge is easy to walk in, I promise you won’t kill yourself!  Tip: Buy the Steven Madden $90 On sale $69 verses the Marc fisher $170

Hope you have a fabulous weekend! OX, D’Arcy

eek: Note (My hair looks really Dark in this lighting!)

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Friday Fav

I love a good shift dress ! It works on almost every body type. Its a dress you can wear for Date night, church, a shower and even dress up for cocktail depending on the fabric! It’s ageless …

This cutie is On Sale for $29.99 at Chic Style boutique.  I love the little pom pom fringe detail and the bell sleeve.  a couple similar here and here. My sandal can be found here and is a MUST have for this Spring & Summer! I get a lot of questions about my Topknot and I promise I will do a You tube video soon! (still learning how to do video’s.. girly’s !) 

Wondering where the Hub’s is gonna Take me tonight!

Enjoy your Friday Beautiful’s! OX D’Arcy

 

 

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Trends you Need to Know

Transition into Spring …With off the shoulder Gingham and this Seasons Must have shoe… The Wedge!

Spring is getting closer….Transitioning from Winter to Spring is pretty hard in Utah due to the elements! (Springing from Winter to Summer!) In the same week!

I love this outfit for a couple of reason’s! 1. you can add a boyfriend Cardigan over it on a cooler day..but It has the Fresh look of Spring!  2. I have a love affair with off the shoulder and am so happy its a big trend! (one similar here) 3. Gingham will always get me:) 4. This seasons wedge is so comfortable you would never know it was a high heel! 5.You can take all these pieces into Summer with ease… 

I hope you enjoy your weather where your living and add some Fresh Spring pieces into your wardrobe even if its snowing! 

Have a wonderful Thursday Beautiful’s! OX D’Arcy

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Way to Wear Wednesday! Tulle at any age!

Tulle at any age! Yes pretty party girl tulle isn’t just for 5 year old’s! Yet… Every girl wants to feel five again in this perfect twirling, Happy and Playful fabric! It can be romantic, playful and brings you back to your childhood.  It’s used for prom & wedding gowns! Today its a BIG trend in everyday wear! You really can wear it at any age depending on how you style it!

Here’s some tricks that I think help to wear this fun trend without trying to look 5 or…15 ox

Tulle is a romantic fabric that make for pretty skirt’s and dress not just for party season. You can WEAR it like I have shown above in a dress form. This dress is easy to wear with its Jersey striped tee attached;) The tulle isn’t to puffy which helps to not look so youthful. I paired it with a denim jacket to dress it down even more. added a wedge (old) and some fun Jewelry. (Statement earrings are a big Spring trend) These would be cute as mine are sold out!

More ways to wear….

-White or Denim Button up Skirt tucked in

 -Converse tennis shoes and a Tight Tank top

-Don’t get to big of tulle if your over 40

-Leather jacket

-over sized cable knit sweater

I hope I have inspired you to try tulle again! FEEL 5 but look your age! OX D’Arcy

 

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Walking into Monday with #girlboss Attitude!

#Girlboss Attitude! Got work to do and gonna get it done kinda of attitude!! My Monday’s are normally jammed packed with to do list for the work week and TODAY this Dress is gonna help me start the week off Right!

Loving this Dress you can work and play in…The Bella pencil dress is affordable at $43.99! I love you can dress it up here like I did for Work or like shown below for play!  Layering with a my Favorite denim jacket in the perfect spring weight gives it a touch of edge. I love a great denim jacket it’s a must have closet staple you’ll wear over and over!

 Enjoy Your Monday Babe’s and hope you all work it like a Girlboss! OX D’Arcy

Make this dress for Play, add shirt around waist, converse and a fun necklace!

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Saturday Style (series 2) Spring Trends

Happy Saturday!  

Good morning! Today I am sharing with you Series 2 of my 15 Spring Trends! If your just starting to read, Last week I introduced 15 top Spring trends and I am breaking them down every Saturday in the Month of March.  Today I am featuring the Floral/Romantic prints, a touch of the Boyfriend jean and the Off the shoulder top! 

Here we have My personal Favorite brand of jeans Kut from the Kloths Catherine boyfriend which has been a Big spring trend for a couple of years and I love it! Easy to wear, goes with every shoe from flip flops, sneakers,and high heel’s!  Talking about shoe’s these cuties Are by Just Fab and hit the floral trend Perfect! (Similar ones here just fab  )

The Off the shoulder Trend is one of my favorite trends and I am always happy when it makes its way back into the scene! The bow detail of the chambray cutie just makes this top!    Booties by Steve Madden, Bag by Louis Vuitton, Jeans, Top at Chic Style, Glasses 

 

Touching again on the floral/Romantic print… This sheer top is perfect for Spring with its pretty pattern, fun colors and romantic details it works great with skinny jeans! I feel it’s good balance to have tight jeans with a loose fitting top! You can get a look similar to  this look  here pants  here for top, Bag! 

I hope you have a wonderful weekend! OX D’Arcy

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Friday Date Night Shoe’s

 

Here’s a peak at some of My Favorite’s! 

Vintage wood heart is made by my cute friend over at @Olivewooddesigns on instagram and etsy!  Shoes you can clearly see brand in each pair’s photo shopping similar or same under photo!

Animal print

classic black pump

black pump gold cap

Two toned pump

studded heal

Strap bootie

Fringe wrap heel

leopard open toe

It’s no secret That I love shoe’s! Who doesn’t love a pretty high heel? Well … some of you love a high heel you just don’t wear them or buy them! Why not I ask? To tall? Can’t walk in them? Hurt your feet? Why do I say “Friday date night?” Like that’s the only time you can wear a high heel!

Well I have answer’s for ALL of the above…

To tall? I am 5’9 1/2 and my hubby is only 6ft so a lot of the time I am taller specially if I fall in love with too high of a heel! Tip buy ones that are a lower heel or a kitten heel.

Can’t walk in them? I can thank my Beauty pageants & modeling day’s for this, but Yes it takes practice and YES you need to walk confident and proud in heels so Please if you can’t…just practice with them on while at home doing chores and I promise you’ll get the hang of it!  Tip: wedges are an easy high heel to walk in! Go with a lower heel.  Also A open toe is harder to walk in so for you Not confident ones, wear close toed heels…(your toes won’t slide to the front and try to grab your shoe as your walking!)

Hurt your feet? Well that’s why I stated Friday night Date shoes! You can wear pretty heeled shoes that you don’t have to stand to long in and your not in them ALL day! Tip: You can purchase clear gel toe & heel pads and fab rub on stick that help keep your feet out of pain. My picks are here:

Fab feet= bliss stick, clear shoes pads and clear toe gel pads 

Friday Date night shoe’s?… I explained a little above,  plus I really like a good excuse to buy pretty shoes that I don’t wear on a daily basis but really want to own them! I LOVE pretty Shoes!  On a Serious note… My hubby and I always felt its important to have time together, making a once a week date night is important to us! I love to get dressed up & look good for him (and myself)even if it is only dinner and I am going to wear jeans….You can always wear a great pair of heels that makes the outfit! NOW go buy those shoes!!!

Have a wonderful Date night, OX D’Arcy

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The perfect Transition Piece for Spring

Spring! It’s almost here….

 

I don’t know about you but It’s been a long and hard Winter! Too many grey and snowy day’s for my liking! I am excited for our day’s getting longer & warmer and the Sun starting to shine!  It’s also means it’s time to change over the closet to Items that have pretty colors and lighter fabrics! In Utah it can still be chilly (heck we can get snow in June!) I found A perfect Transition sweater! Its a light weight sweater that can be worn as a tunic it is super soft, has the cutest lattice back in the prettiest shade of Dusty Pink! A perfect piece for transitioning from the multi layers of Winter to the minimal layers of Spring. You could add a light weight jacket if needed. 

Blush Lattice back tunic, Light weight & super soft
affordable $42.99 @chicstyleutah paire with skinny jeans by Edyson=sold out,  similar here  Agate Crystal necklace= chic Style utah, Earrings & ring by Zenzii, shoes by 14th &Union

I hope You read My post LAST week on the 15 Spring Trends…

Each Saturday I Have picked a trend or two to focus on so please come back .  Have a question or want to see something styled please leave a comment and I all be happy to help!  OX, D’Arcy

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Way to Wear A concert Bomber/ Baseball Jacket

AC/DC Satin Bomber/Baseball jacket  Stripe tee Target, Patch skinny jeans=Kut from the Kloth similar here , Stud boots= Steve Madden similar here, Chain necklace+ Bauble Bar

Have you ever wondered how to wear a Satin Bomber/ Baseball jacket without looking sporty or to young?  Well I hope I am showing you a fun way you can wear one. Mine is a concert Band version showcasing one of my favorite Bands AC/DC! YES… I am a Rocker girl! Flash back to 80’s hair bands ( I am showing my age:) and proud of it!)  Let’s talk age a minute…You can look cool, on trend at over 40 and NOT look like your trying to be a teenager!   I get asked about this subject a lot and I am going to touch on this subject quite a bit on my blog… Dressing Trendy or with a couple of Trendy pieces does NOT mean you have to look like your daughter! It means you can look fashionable and put together (“with it”..as my mom say’s) Let’s face it, it does help you to look younger & not frumpy but dressing in Style doesn’t mean YOUTH! Stylish people are not just 20 year old’s they come in ever age and size, Just because your over 40 doesn’t mean you have to wear mom jeans and frumpy tops…. Now that I have touched a little on the age thing ( I promise A Post on Chic mom’s is coming) Let’s talk why this outfit works!

This outfit works because I am not wearing a baseball cap ( all though it would be cute!) To youthful for this outfit if your trying to pull off Chic…” Chic Rocker girl was my goal” Statement jewelry helps add to the Chic element , Simple jewelry would make it look basic…We want a WOW!   The jeans although trendy, every age can wear patches their super fun and add whimsy plus their great fitting and have a ton of stretch. Stripped tee is a classic! All ages and body types can wear stripes its just on how you wear or layer as to not make them add width…Nobody wants to look wider! Here the jacket helps break up the stripes. Statement boots- I love shoes this isn’t news to anyone! I think a great pair of Statement shoes (like a statement necklace or earrings) can make the outfit! These studded boots don’t disappoint just finishes off the outfit.  

Enjoy your Wednesday babe’s,  OX D’Arcy

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D’Arcy

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Welcome to my blog, Where I share Fashion and lifestyle over 40. A Former Clothing Boutique owner, Interior designer by Trade! Boy mom, Sharing Tips, DIY’s, Recipes, Home inspiration, Ways to style what you own and create ways to look & feel stylish at any age! I love a good deal and I adore luxury! I share how I mix both. While sneaking in Chats about midlife issues. Midlife Now, isn’t what it was for our moms!
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For more info on this Journey, I have 8 parts in feed and in highlights. 

Please note I am not a doctor and these are just items and products I have researched and have helped me on my journey.

My hope is that it will help others going through melanoma or facial scars as well as bring more awareness to go get your skin checked!

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Hello my name is D’Arcy and I am a 54 year old , s Hello my name is D’Arcy and I am a 54 year old , styling Gingham & mixing Carmel and orange for a Fall transition look….while sharing a little advice✔️😉

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🖼️I started collecting antiques when I was 16… I didn’t want a car, I fell in love with an Antique dresser and mirror and asked for that as my Birthday present.

🪏I started gardening and baking along side my mom, probably in a high chair❤️

🍎Which lead to winning my elementary schools pie baking contest when I was in the 2nd grade..🍏Apple pie) with applies from our yard.

📚In the 3rd grade I won a hot air balloon ride for 📚reading the most books in elementary school that year.

🎨In the 5th grade I started a handmade card club at school to drop off a senior centers 

🍽️my love of entertaining, started in elementary school, For fun I would plan dinners(my mom and I would shop for them & I would cook for my family as well as set the tables pretty, have ready when my family came home. 

I had a mom who taught and shared her love of hospitality, creativity and “grandma hobbies” way before I could fall in love with Martha Stewart as a young teenager in the 80’s..

Not only did I want 17 magazine & vogue, I wanted Martha steward living, better homes and garden, Ina Gardens cook books, and anything made by Ralph Lauren .

I got my real first job at 15 (so I could buy (RL) at the cutest home decor and interiors shop, owned by the most creative and talented lady (Susie), who gave me my love of wallpaper, and playing with pretty things… I was doing her window displays at both her shops by 16… 

🌸So, I guess you could say … yes, I Skipped the midlife crisis, and  I’ve been doing “Grandma Hobbies”  my whole life!

Now… if I could just get someone to teach me Mahjong … I Really need a reason to buy these tortoiseshell scallop tile holders, pretty tiles and set a gorgeous table😉🤣

Fun fact -I grew geraniums in clay pots in my bedroom in high school… 
- I’ve had weekly fresh flowers in my home since I was 19 , even if i had to go pick wild flowers.  I’ve just lifts your mood, brings cheer to a space and makes me happy.

Tell me something you enjoy doing?

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Over 50- Utah living- lover of my family
I find the hidden gems, so you don’t have to. 9 I find the hidden gems, so you don’t have to. 

9 Affordable 
 “Vintage Inspired” Home finds
I tell me “Besties’s about”…

-Tea Strainer you’ll give as gifts
-Magnetic Brass measuring spoons
-Cutest drying rack
-Honey/Syrup dispenser 
-dish soap/handsoap/candle holder 
-Table lamps
-French sea salt
-Beautiful safe pans
-Mirror we all need over 40

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Midlife awakening…. So many good things happen wh Midlife awakening….

So many good things happen when you get older…..❤️❤️❤️

-You’re wiser!
-You  don’t care what people think
-You dress for yourself not others
-You love time at home
- You’ll drop everything for your grandbabies 

Best thing…YOU DON’T have to put up with anything you don’t like!❤️❤️❤️

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Name one thing you love in midlife…

🍂A little affordable Western outfit
- Suede dress you’d think was Anthro and yet is so affordable and flattering
- The best under $70 tall western boots 
-turquoise necklace ring & bracelets 
-Suede fringe bag $30🍂🍁🍂🍁

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I am 54 Styling not your basic white button up & S I am 54
Styling not your basic white button up & Snakeskin jeans

One Base Outfit 3 looks …

Slide ➡️to see 3 outfit inspos … all the details of these NOT so Basic basics and fun accessories, perfect for Fall transition outfits …

You’ll wear these pieces on repeat all season long.

-No Iron White button up with Bow sleeve details
-Metallic snake skin Girlfriend dark denim jeans 
-light weight boxy knit sweater with 3/4 sleeves perfect to wear alone or layered. (I love who it shows off the bow sleeve details on the button up) 
-metallic gold quilted loafers
-metallic gold belt
-Metallic custome made leather bucket bag 
-Gold Horse necklace 
-Gold earrings 

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—PotteryBarn or Target?— The quality says Pottery —PotteryBarn or Target?—

The quality says PotteryBarn but the prices say Target…

Whether your looking for a little 🍂 Fall refresh 🍁 Some items for you Holiday entertaining, or crave a home like Ralph Lauren or Nancy Meyers?

Target has got your Fall needs or wants covered🥰😉

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#midlifestyle #utahlinfluencer #lifestyle #styleocer50 #targethomedecor
Did someone say Sale? Gibsonlook Sale -Outfit i Did someone say Sale?

Gibsonlook Sale 

-Outfit inspiration -
The outfit you wear to the office, teach school, meet friend for lunch or head to meetings. 

-Wide leg print pattern pants, shades of navy and green, pull on elastic waist.  NOW $44.50
Normally $89
I am wearing the small

-The double perfect blazer in a knit and has a cute striped lineing. Soft and so comfortable:) it’s so good I own it in 12 colors 
This is the green and I am wearing a med 

🚨Save 15% off with my code DARCY15 on any non sale Gibsonlook item 

White tank top:) made in California and a classic wardrobe builder 

Velvet Mary Jane’s with little bow under $50 comes in other colors and fit tts 

Scarf used to tie in ponytail or you could use on your bag
Leather tote bag, perfect to hold business or school items.

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Color combo navy and green/ midlife fashion/ scarf detail/
Happy Sunday pretty ladies🍂 May your day be full o Happy Sunday pretty ladies🍂
May your day be full of Blessings and love…

Affordable two piece set- perfect for now and lay in the fall🍂

How cute is the ruffle peplum tank top with ruffle trim detail and wide leg pant with pockets.
Fits tts and some ###in a couple colors & print

Cute to wear now and layer for fall🍁🍂

What’s something you learned in midlife? 

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Affordable sets/ midlife/ midlife style/ midlife knowledge
Melanoma Cancer Journey Part 8 — 8 month Update— Melanoma Cancer Journey 
Part 8

— 8 month Update—

 4 month after my First laser treatment.

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I was diagnosed in December, Surgery in January and my first laser in February. Then 1 ever 6 weeks since.

I’ve been sharing this Journey in hopes to help encourage you to make a skin check up appointment. 

🚨Melanoma Cancer is deadly and very different from Skin Cancer.

‼️Melanoma cancer is deadly,  early detection is key, before it can spread to lymph nodes, organs blood. 

⚠️If you’re NEW HERE or just seeing this post, I have shard 7 other parts with all the info and my Journey to date in Feed and stories saved to highlights with more info.

🤍Thank you for all the kind messages, comments and prayers! I appreciate you being apart of my tribe.

⚠️Thank you and NOW make your Skin Appointment!

#skincancerawareness
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