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Two Ways to Wear a Heart Sweater: Valentine’s Day

Hello Pretty Ladies,

I don’t know about you, but I am so happy we are at the end of January and headed into the month of love. February has a special place in my heart as it is my hubby’s Birthday, our anniversary, and Valentine’s Day. These events give me something to look forward to almost every week, which also helps a winter month go by fast.

Another thing I love about February is the clothing. Hearts, pink and red, bows, bling, romantic and sexy clothing, and all the pretty things are many of my favorite things. Did you know several items will also be on trend for 2025? Which the romantic in me loves! This month, I will be sharing all of the above, and I can’t wait for you to see what I’ve been creating and working on for you.

I am sharing 2 Ways to Wear an Amazon Heart Sweater for Valentine’s Day today. This look can be worn for Day and night by changing the 3rd piece. I’ve talked about the “3rd piece” rule several times, as it’s the 3rd piece that finishes off the outfit.

Way to Wear♥️

Two ways to wear this cute ♥️heart sweater Day to Night♥️

Easy styling tip:

Wearing the same “BASE.”

The base of this outfit =

♥️Amazon Heart sweater

-Distressed boyfriend jeans

♥️ Red belt & booties

-Red Bag Saudi video

♥️ Heart Earrings

♥️Gold beaded bracelets

The “3 piece” changes the look from Day to night.

Day Look– Added a camel mid-length coat, keeps the look classic yet polished, perfect for …

♥️Helpingat school

♥️Grabbing Coffee w/ girlfriend

♥️Lunch date

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Night look– Added. Sequins Blazer by Gibsonlook adds sparkle and takes a look up a notch, which is perfect for.

♥️ Dinner with the family

♥️Kids school program

♥️ girls night

♥️ Drink with a friend

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💋For a special treat …. I have joined three of my Girlfriends for a Blog hop and would love for you to visit their blogs for a little Valentine’s inspiration.

They created Valentine’s blog posts using outfit inspiration, gift ideas, recipes, and home decor. These blog posts are a must-read for all the Valentine’s inspiration.

BLOG HOP⬇️

Dawn With @partytildawn on Instagram and her Blog Party Til Dawn

Suzanne With @crazyblondelifeblog and her Blog Crazy Blonde Life Blog

Cindy With @lululoves7_and her Blog Lulu Loves 7

Stephanie with @home_has_my_Heartand her Blog is Homehasmyheart

Below are a few Valentine’s Day graphics I created to help add a little touch of love to your home. These are affordable and easy ways to add that little touch to your kitchen, living room, or entryway. One of my favorite things is seasonal mugs; something about enjoying a warm drink in a cute mug for the season. These are all $5.00 and would make an adorable gift, too.


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Amazon Valentine Items Shop below:

Check back for more Valentine’s inspiration, More outfit ideas, how I’ve decorated our home, A Valentine’s Day sweets Charcuterie board, Gift guides, and a pasta dish perfect for Dinner at home. I may even have a tablescape or two in the lineup.

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💕Remember, Wearing a smile is your most important accessory!

Have a beautiful rest of the week, and thank you for stopping by and reading.

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Three Cute Tops To Wear With Jeans

Hello, Pretty ladies,

Today is a short and sweet styling blog post! I know you’re going to love these tops like I do. Remember that saying when your girlfriend asked, “What are you wearing?” and we would say, “A cute top and jeans?” I’ve got three cute tops to wear with jeans from Chico’s.

Let’s Get to the Details.

I am wearing the same jeans for all of the outfits below. The girlfriend’s slim, straight leg is by Chicos in a dark wash. This is a great fundamental Jean that fits the actual size {For reference, I am a size four and get a Chico’s size 0.} and looks excellent from casual to dressed up. If denim is allowed, it is a beautiful option for workwear.

The Three Tops

I chose three tops that you could quickly wear for workwear, styled with a blazer or cardigan, but today, I have styled them to meet a girlfriend for coffee, lunch, shopping, or cocktails.

Classic Satin Top

#1. Classic Satin button-up top paired with leopard accessories and Julie Vos jewelry and layered with a third-piece cardigan over the shoulders.

This look has a classic feel, with its pretty cream pallet, but adding a pop of leopard makes it fun and adds texture and interest. Remember, accessories can make or break an outfit; simply not adding them is wearing a look, not styling a look! Add your personality and have fun with your accessories.

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Leopard Bow Top

#2. Leopard button-up top with a Bow tie—leave hanging or make a bow; this top is so fun yet has a very 80s workwear vibe, but the leopard makes it current. Zimmerman had a similar one in their Fall collection, which was stunning. Chicos’ version is slightly toned down at a fraction of the cost. I love it!

Red accessories make this look pop. I love pairing red or fuchsia pink with leopard for that fun element.

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Black Flocked Top

#3. This black flocked rose print sheer button-up top is great for date nights or cocktails with a girlfriend. Wear it with a black bra, or add a black cami underneath for more coverage. This shirt’s hemline and button detail resemble a cropped jacket, making it slightly different from your average button-up top.

This allows you to wear it open and layer a pretty camisole underneath tucked in, as well as a great belt, for another styling option.

The flocked rose detail is beautiful and makes this top easy to dress up. Pair it with trousers for a dressier look. Black suede booties and gold accessories

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Please let me know if you have any questions, as I am always happy to help.

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12 Thanksgiving Outfit Inspirations

Hello Pretty Ladies,

I can’t believe we are in October’s last couple of days, and Halloween is tomorrow! How did that happen? This also means that Thanksgiving will be here before we know it, which inspired today’s blog post. 12 Thanksgiving outfit inspirations to inspire you, whether you are cooking all day and like to be cozy and comfortable, entertaining a small gathering and casual but a little elevated, or your family tradition is to get dressed up. Maybe you are somewhere in between. I have created some cute outfits that will fit all of the above.

Suzanne, Dawn, Cindy, and Stephanie, who is new to our new group, are joining me today on our monthly blog hop. Each lady will feature something related to Thanksgiving, such as a recipe, table setting, or outfit inspiration. You’ll want to ensure you head to their blogs and see what they share. I am excited to see what they share, as I know it will be fabulous, as always. I’ve linked their blogs at the end of this post. I know they would love for you also to leave a comment to show you stopped by.

Thanksgiving outfits, I am sure, will inspire you

12 Thanksgiving Outfit Inspirations from Cozy, elevated casual to dressed up. No matter how you like to spend your Thanksgiving day, I have an outfit inspiration I think you’ll love.

I posted a poll on Instagram asking what style you wore on Thanksgiving, and it was a tie for Cozy outfits and elevated casual for the most requested outfit inspirations. This didn’t surprise me, as we have become such a casual society. I know so many cook all day, have football games or head outside to play a family ball game.

I cook all day for our family, including family and friends. Please give me a good reason to get dressed up. Having a pretty table and using my china make me feel I need to dress the part. That said, I tend to dress up a little, even if it’s just a sweater and trousers or a silk blouse and trousers, which can still be comfortable. Last year, I did wear a dress. I had so many pretty clothes for the season, and it was a shame not to wear them.

Cozy Outfit inspirations

Below, you’ll find four great options for being cozy and comfortable while still looking put-together and chic. These looks are affordable and can be mixed with other items in your closet to mix and match all season long. A couple of these looks are also great for Holiday travel, as that always seems to be something people need inspo for.

I can even picture a few of these outfit looks outside playing flag football with the family!

I was styling this viral Amazon comfy, cozy, soft, oversized hoodie and baggie jogger set. Perfect for FALL, it comes in sizes Xsm to 2xl. Easy to Elevate this set with a few easy tips to look chic and comfy. Great for travel as well. I styled it on Instagram with a Coat View here.

-Hair up in a messy top knot to show off hoodie.

–Chelsea boots versus sneakers

–lippy & hoop earrings

-Bag charms on your travel bag HERE| HERE|HERE

Outfit #2 Shop the look HERE

Checkered jacket outfit HERE

Sweater Lounge set outfit number HERE

Elevated Casual Outfit Inspirations

Fall outfit inspo

Here is one of my favorite elevated casual outfits featuring pieces you can use for work wear! I find myself grabbing these pieces weekly.

My favorite go-to jeans of the season are Risen jeans. They fit and feel like premium denim at a fraction of the cost. They are under $70 and fit true to size. I am in a 27 for reference.

The mixed plaid blazer in shades of fall has been a favorite go-to for a couple of seasons now. Unfortunately, it’s unavailable, but I linked this year’s version with the same vibe, fit, and colors. It fits true to size. I got a medium so I could layer sweaters under it.

Cable sweater Turtleneck sweater by Banana Republic factory. It’s so soft, fits true to size, and is the perfect shade of camel that works with so many fall outfits. Mine is a couple of seasons old; I linked you a great option with the same vibe here.

Leopard accessories are a great way to add interest and a pop of pattern to an outfit to make it interesting. My go to Belt and these large buckle leopard kitten heals are so good, I can’t stop wearing.

Chloe tote in perfect shades of black, tan, and cream.

#6 Blue striped sweater Shop HERE

#7 Fair Isle Sweater Pink Shop HERE

#8 Shades of Blue floral sweater Shop HERE

Dressed-up Outfit inspirations

#9 Leopard Skirt outfit

It is a great way to wear a leopard skirt dressed up for the Holidays. I wore this look to church last week, as I love dressing up for church; it allows me to be creative and use pieces in my wardrobe that I love to wear yet don’t have a lot of places to wear. This Amazon finds leopard skirt fits true to size, Paired with a Black Pumiey bodysuit that also fits true to size; I love how a bodysuit is fitted and doesn’t add bulk, especially with a flowy skirt with an elastic band. Another styling must be done when wearing a bottom with an elastic band, and you must make sure you add a belt. Here, I added a wide chocolate brown belt with studs to cover the band, flatter the waist, and add interest.

A Chocolate faux leather jacket, which fits true to size, is a great “third” piece for any wardrobe. A third piece is that layering piece that adds interest and layers to an outfit, taking it from drab to fab. It’s a great tip to finish off any outfit. Here is the same Moto jacket in chocolate suede by Chicos.

Accessories

Great styling, but it comes down to adding interest with accessories. I’ve said it before, and I’ll repeat it: accessories finish the outfit and add interest to your style. I purchased these vintage suede Mary Jane heels with stud details over 25 years ago. I fell in love with them, and I adore them now. Mary Janes is having a big moment this year, which is one reason I tell my clients to save certain items, especially if they love them. Some older or Vintage pieces in your wardrobe keep your style from looking like everyone else. It adds character to your outfit, especially if you can bring pieces out that might be on trend again; yours will be that unique piece that stands out just a little bit more. Here is a similar pair of Mary Jane heels.

Speaking of vintage, I pulled out another piece from my archive, this great multi-chain statement bib necklace I purchased 15 or 17 years ago from Bauble Bar. It’s technically not vintage yet (something needs to be 20 years old to be labeled vintage.) This outfit would have looked great with this Julie Vos chunky chain necklace. I also love this multichain statement necklace, which made a big statement and made the outfit fabulous. Need a multichain statement necklace? I found this one HERE to finish off your look.

Julie Vos’s earrings and a ring complete the look. Shop the earrings, bracelets, and rings.

#10 Burgandy & Leopard Outfit Inspiration Shop Here

#11 Shades of Grey Outfit Shop HERE

#12 Colors of Fall outfit Shop HERE

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New Spanx Fall Wardrobe Builders

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Happy Friday! Today, I am headed to the Good Things Utah ABC studio in Salt Lake City to film a live “Fashion Fix Segment. I couldn’t be more excited to share the New Spanx Fall wardrobe Builders take you from the Workweek to the weekend. That will change how you look and feel in your clothing.

Spanx has done it again. When you think they can’t make clothing any better, they create new technology that changes the way you look and feel in their clothing.

It’s not your average denim and pant drop. Introducing Spanx Shape & Denim edit SPANXshape EveryWear Jeans Premium pull-on denim with built-in core shaping technology that hugs your curves, shapes your core, moves with you, and feels good.

Spanx Smooth- Style that smooth and gently hugs and enhances your figure.

*Promo code SAVE 10% off all Spanx with my CODE: DEARDARCYXSPANX

Fashion Fix Segment on ABC Good Things Utah. Stream from Anywhere HERE around 10:00 am Mnt.

Jean & Pant features

-Pull on and go

-no zipper, no buttons, and no hip pocket bulk

-crafted with premium denim

-TummyTamer Tech shapes your waist

-Strategic back pockets

-booty lift -Oh-so-comfortable

4-way stretch

– Sizing – from petite, regular, and Tall and xs to 3x

More Pant Edit Spanx Smoothing Technology

– Comfortable smoothing

light compression for s
Coresure Technology
Light compression for a smoothing effect
Leg-lengthening and hip-flattering

These smoothing pants are made of premium ponte fabric with targeted compression built-in and powered by SPANX CoreSure Tech. With comfortable 4-way stretch, these curve-hugging kick flares always provide the PerfectFit. All you have to do is pull them on. There are no zippers, buttons, or pockets (so no bulk!) at the hips—all for the ultimate smoothing effect.

Accessories:

Outfits aren’t finished until you’ve accessorized. 🙂 I’m sharing a few pieces by Julie Vos that you’ll want to add to your jewelry box this fall season. It polishes off every outfit and adds an updated classic look.

Fall Jewelry Collection The Baguette

Baguette Tennis Necklace-Baguette-cut gemstones embellished with twisted golden wire, closing with a matching toggle ring.

Hoop Baguette -Rows of baguette-cut gemstones embellished with twisted golden wire.

Baguette Tennis Bracelet– Baguette-cut gemstones embellished with twisted golden wire, closing with a matching toggle ring.

Fall Jewelry Collection The Cheval

The Cheval collection features a beautiful rectangular colored gem set in a bright gold link. It is available in four stone choices: Emerald, Clear Crystal, Black, and London Blue. This piece is the perfect finishing touch for outfits from elevated casual to workwear.

Cheval Statement Ring– A faceted rectangular gem embellished with braided golden wire on a sculpted shank with matching texture. Iridescent Emerald Green

Gold Cheval Paperclip Link Necklace-Elongated oval links textured with braided golden wire, closing with a matching toggle.

Cheval Stone Bracelet– Iridescent Emerald Green, Faceted rectangular gemstones embellished with braided golden wire and connected with matching links and toggle.

Layering Tip:

Take a buttery-soft Spanx Air Essentials sweatshirt and wear it over your shoulders for the perfect Fall Transition piece.

Outfit 1 (What I am wearing for the TV segment)

-Everywear cropped wide-leg jeans with patch pockets in Ecru med

-Everywhere cropped wide-leg jeans in raw indigo sm

– Air essential cardigan in the truffle brown med

Metallics are on trend for Fall, and these accessories perfectly complement so many Fall outfits: a Gold Madison Maison, Gold quilted loafers, and a Metallic Gold Quilted Koala Tote.

Shop the complete outfit HERE.

Outfit 2

-Everywear cropped wide-leg jeans with patch pockets in Ecru med

– Spanx Air Essentials cardigan midnight navy stripes med (unless running big or small)

Frankie 4 White leather tennis shoes with stripe detail

Shop the complete outfit HERE.

Outfit 3

The Air Essentials line is buttery soft. Some brands have tried to duplicate this fabric, but I have tried them, and no one does this fabric like Spanx. You can’t compare. It is worth every penny if it’s in your budget. (I would say the price point is comparable to Lululemon)

– Wide-leg Air Essentials in red, Wearing a size med

Air Essentials long crew red med. I’m wearing it over my shoulders to add that third piece that finishes the outfit. Size down in this tunic, as it runs big.

-Air Essentials striped boatneck tee

Shop the complete outfit HERE.

Outfit 4

-Everywhere flare jeans authentic blue -med

-Air Essentials mock neck top black stripe -med

-Air Essentials Crew neck Sweatshirt

– Leopard Kitten Heel

– Metallic Bucket bag

Shop the complete outfit HERE.

The Perfect Pant Collection

The Perfect Collection Pant This smoothing pant comes in our premium ponte fabric with targeted compression built-in and is powered by SPANX CoreSure Tech. With comfortable 4-way stretch

Ponte Cropped Wide Leg Pant—With a high-rise waist, this cropped wide-leg pant will make you feel smooth from tummy to thigh and oh-so-comfortable throughout the wide leg. There are no zippers, buttons, or pockets (so no bulk!) at the hips—all for the ultimate smoothing effect. It runs Big; I sized down.

Ponte Microflare Pant—These curve-hugging microflares always provide the PerfectFit. All you have to do is pull them on. At the hips, there are no zippers, buttons, or pockets (so no bulk!)—all for the ultimate smoothing effect. Runs long

Watch My Pant Styling video HERE.

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Hello Pretty Ladies,

I hope your last days of September are treating you well. It’s been crazy busy around here. I wish Fall would slow down a little. The leaves are in full glory here in Utah, which is so beautiful. I want it to stay this lovely for a couple of months, not a couple of weeks!

This weekend has so many great sales, but one of my favorites is the LIKETOKNOW in-app sale. Certain brands offer sales just for those who shop using the app. My favorite is J Crew, and I am sharing my J Crew picks with you today. American Eagle, Elemis, Pink Lilly, and Pura are also available in the app. Watch my styling Video HERE.

J Crew Exclusive Sale

Sale🚨 J Crew 20% off in the Liketoknowit App sale, which Ends tomorrow

New Fall Arrivals to help build your Wardrobe

Outfit 1

Brushed cashmere T-shirt: This unforgettable sweater is unlike anything you’ve seen (or felt) before. This twist on the traditional tee features a classic crewneck and a subtly shrunken fit.

Sailor denim trousers in Rinse wash—This jean is our new denim obsession. It features heritage-inspired J.Crew crest buttons, polished patch pockets, and the same slightly flared silhouette you know and love. Shop the look HERE.

Outfit 2

Sailor slim-wide pants in stretch corduroy—Slim through the hips and thighs and roomier around the ankles, strike the perfect balance between elevated and accessible. They also have heritage-inspired patch pockets and a textured corduroy finish with a touch of stretch.

Johnny-collar sweater with ribbed trim: This is the best sweater since 1983. Its relaxed yet flattering silhouette is crafted in comfortable stretch wool fabric that’s both soft and warm.

Relaxed crewneck sweater– A beach-ready sweater knit from finely textured, lightweight cotton with a chunkier ribbed trim at the hem, cuffs, and collar. In other words, it is the perfect lightweight layer for in-between seasons.

Shop the look HERE

Outfit 3

Slim-fit double-breasted blazer in Italian bi-stretch wool blend. This style strikes the perfect balance with a modern, slightly shorter length and a classic double-breasted fit that nips in at the waist. Stretchy yet structured

Pencil skirt in croc-embossed faux leather. This modern take on the classic pencil skirt comes with a slit at the front for ease of movement and a zip at the back for a clean look. Plus, it’s crafted from faux leather with a touch of sheen and a croc-embossed finish.

Cashmere classic-fit crewneck sweater – new cashmere crewneck, updated with an even more relaxed fit, because who couldn’t use a little extra relaxation? Shop the look HERE.

Outfit 4

Brushed sweater lady jacket in leopard print—Brushed for a luxe look and feel, this polished layer looks just as good over your favorite tees, tops, and dresses as it does on its own. Plus, it is timeless and trending in our long-time favorite leopard print.

Outfit 5

Collection shrunken button-up shirt in embellished brushed cotton oxford– We took our boy-meets-girl shirt—a fitted silhouette in brushed cotton oxford fabric—and made it even more special, thanks to an embellished collar, a dazzling effect we like to think of as built-in jewelry. Shop the look HERE.

Outfit 6

Bungalow dress in drapey viscose twill—It fits true to size and feels good on the skin. It has a long sleeve and comes in several colors and patterns! Wear it belted or unbelted with boots, heels, or flats. Dress it up or down. Shop the look HERE.

Jewelry I am Loving

Pavé hoop earrings– set of three On sale for $24.50

Round cubic zirconia bezel-set tennis bracelet On sale for $46.5

Round cubic zirconia bezel-set tennis necklace On sale at $64.50

Bead hoop earrings – On sale for $14.50

Pearl ball necklaces— On sale for $44.50.We’re all about new takes on classic pearls, and this oversized pearl necklace is undoubtedly one of them.

Pearl bow necklace—$59.50 The square-shaped crystal tennis bracelet is on sale for $44.99. This fun, faux take on the diamond tennis bracelet—featuring oversized, square-shaped, faceted crystals—will kick any outfit up a notch.

Crystal and pearl chain link necklace– The easiest way to elevate an outfit. This eye-catching choker features an interlocking mix of pearls and glass crystals in the front and strands of pearls in the back for a pretty and polished touch. Shoes

Shop the jewelry below:

Shoes I am Loving

Made in Italy, the Colette buckled slingback has heels in croc-embossed leather. It is on sale in several colors and prints.

Logan crisscrossed Mary Jane ballet flats are made of snake-embossed Italian leather. They are on sale and available in four colorways.

Shop the shoes below:

Have a beautiful day, Pretty ladies, and remember your smile is your BEST accessory.

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A Few Fall Favorites

FallA Few Fall Favorites

Hello Pretty Ladies,

It’s officially Fall! Wow, I think that was the fastest summer ever! I love summer and Fall—my two favorite seasons—and they seem the shortest here in Utah! Fall means my birthday month is coming. I have my Fall bucket list ready and am looking forward to crisp mornings and evenings and the stunning shades of the season.

Today, I am sharing some fall favorites for our monthly blog hop with Suzanne, Cindy, and Dawn.

I will keep this one short and sweet! Below, you will find all the fun things I want to share, including my family’s favorite recipe for this easy pumpkin chocolate chip cookie recipe and a few things you could have missed. (I’ll be sharing the sunflower field later next week.)

Sharing a great Fall transition outfit, you can easily style multiple ways, and I thought I would share with you two ways to style it by just switching out the 3rd piece. Here are the details:

Sale Alerts: Chicos wide-leg crop pants are $44 and perfect with a bootie. The pants fit tts. I am wearing a size 4 Chico’s size 0, which pairs perfectly with a bootie for Fall.

-Bootie is a Dolce Vida two-tone with a little Western vibe (last year), linking similar Here

-Olive button-up Amazon find

-The Amazon denim shacket jacket is slightly distressed, affordable & fits tts, and is perfect for summer to fall weather

-A necklace, a vintage horn

-Hat is by lack of color

The 2nd look is everything above, with the jacket switched out to the ivory Denim jacket by Chico’s

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Fall Items below:

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A family favorite recipe: Three Ingredient Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies RECIPE HERE

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Suzanne With @crazyblondelifeblog and her Blog Crazy Blonde Life Blog

Cindy With @lululoves7_and her Blog Lulu Loves 7

Have a beautiful day, Pretty ladies, and remember your smile is your BEST accessory.

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Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe

Good morning, Pretty Ladies,

Need a little wardrobe refresh for fall?

If you want to refresh your fall wardrobe, I’ve got some top picks that will keep you looking stylish all season long without breaking the bank! Something about the change of season makes you want to add a few new pieces to your wardrobe.

Today, I am sharing a few essential items you could add to your Fall wardrobe that work now for a tremendous summer-to-fall transition and that you’ll be able to style all through the Fall season. I always say, “A great and affordable way to stay current” is adding on-trend accessories to your wardrobe each season.

Accessories finish off the outfit while also changing its look. Have you ever noticed how you can change a basic outfit just by styling it with your accessories?

My girlfriends Cindy, Suzane, and Dawn are joining me today to share FALL for our monthly blog hop. I’ve linked them below, and you want to see what they’re sharing today, as I know it will be amazing.

Shop the collection above HERE.

Adding a few essential accessories to your wardrobe

On-trend Fall Accessories

Belts

Belts have been an accessory trend, from designer to Amazon finds, for the last few years. This fall, you’ll see even more, from thin to wide. Belts add interest, flatter your figure, draw attention to your waist, and add texture to your outfit.

Belts are for every style, whether you’re a quiet Luxury classic dresser, a girl who wears mostly work wear, jeans, a tee shirt, a dresser, or that country gal. Several cute belts are on trend this season in every shape, thickness, and style.

Here are a couple I love and a couple I’ve styled.

Shop Belts Below:

Chunky earring

The 80s-style chunky gold workwear earrings started making a comeback last year, and they’re making an even bigger statement this year.

I picked up this designer-inspired pair at the end of 22 and have been wearing them weekly ever since. I love the classic feel, yet they’re just the perfect size to wear casually with jeans and a tee, great for work wear, and great with dresses. These aren’t heavy, and the quality is fantastic for $12-14, compared to the $890-1400 designer look-alikes.

Here are a few more affordable, on-trend, chunky earrings to refresh your wardrobe.

Shop the earrings Below:

Bangle Bracelets

I’ve always been a bangle bracelet girl. I love a good arm party or arm candy stack, and bangles are a great way to add texture, color, and interest to any look for any season.

However, we are seeing them coming in strong for Fall. A great stack I’ve owned for years is my BudhaGirl all-weather bangles. I’ve enjoyed these waterproof bangles because they’re light and can be worn underwater. They also take all the guesswork out of creating a stack. You can purchase the 3/5/7/9 stack bundles.

I am a “more” kind of gal, and I adore you. Mix these bangles with your other favorite arm party bangles and bracelets.

Here’s the Budha girl bangles I own:

I’ve created a few bracelet stacks that would be perfect for the summer-fall transition and would significantly refresh your wardrobe.

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Fall Necklace trend

Pendant necklaces are making a comeback. I love a suitable statement pendant. They add a longer line to your outfit, giving the illusion of length, so if you need a little height or a slimming effect, a pendant necklace does that.

I love necklace stacks, and it’s okay if you do, too. There are still a variety of ways to style them.

Other noteworthy Trends were spotted.

Pearls and Chunky bold gold pieces are also on trend and a great way to refresh your wardrobe.

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Ruffle details show up on denim and blouses, and we see ruffle details on shoe bags and dresses. Denim Jacket HERE & the Ruffled Top HERE ( save 10% off on top with CODE DARCY10)

Bows, Little and big bows in a print design or an actual bow, can be seen on jewelry, shoes, bags, sweaters, dresses, and tops. This sweet detail adds a romantic, feminine touch. I am here for it!

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Lady’s Jackets came on the scene for Fall and Winter last year, and we see them in huge numbers this year. Ranging in prices from Amazon finds to Luxury, these cute pieces are great for dressing up jeans and a tee or perfect with slacks and pencil skirts for Fall.

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: Mary Jane

: Leopard Pointed cap toe

: Suede Cap toe

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Shoes

Ladylike shoes bring a touch of unexpected fancy-femme to fall’s hot denim silhouettes.

Cap-toe shoes, ballet flats, Mary Janes, pointed-toe shoes, classic loafers, and feminine details like a kitten heel with embellishments and buckle detail are some of the shoes we will see this fall. Shoes are a great way to update your look and can be affordable. Red is hot for shoes, and leopard print is some of the shoes we will see this fall.

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Fall color trends

Adding Trending colors

Color trends are easy to incorporate and a great way to update your wardrobe.

Shades of green, with olive green coming in on top. There is a lot of brown. Red is still popular, but plum/Wine and Terracotta/ Pumpkin are coming in strong.

As I’ve shared before, Something about the change of season makes you want to add a few new pieces to your wardrobe. Adding color trends is an easy way you can incorporate a trend without being too “trendy” if you like me and have more of a chic, classic style and like to add a pop of whimsy or something that makes a statement. Color is a great way to incorporate something new. Whether it’s the latest accessories, shoes, a bag, or a new arrival of clothing, a trending Color can easily update some of your classic pieces.

Olive Green:

Olive green evokes space, wisdom, and compassion for humanity. It is also associated with harmony, diplomacy, and self-love.… Olive green represents the traditional color of peace.

This is a great color that pairs well with all the shades of fall; it looks preppy with navy and Chic & casual with denim.

Shades of Red:

Red is a powerful color and super fun to incorporate into your wardrobe. Everyone has a shade of red that works with their skin tone, blue or orange tones. Find the one that works for you.

I am a blue-tone red girl. Last year, I started adding red pops with my accessories: a great bag, fun bow flats, a pair of red tennis shoes, a red belt, and even a red cashmere sweater and blazer. And I must say they were some of my favorite pieces, which I’ve worn repeatedly.

They added that pop, yet worked with my classic workwear, dressed up a button-up and jeans to accessorize my summer style.

Shop this Fall transition look HERE.

Terracotta, or I Like to call it, Pumpkin.

Pumpkin is a color I love in the fall, and it pairs very well with Leopard and denim. It’s a fun color for the season but can be tricky for some skin tones to wear. Incorporating this color into your wardrobe is a great way; if it does not look great, try it with accessories or a fun pair of pants or jeans. This color is great with cream, brown, and olive green shades.

Leopard

Leopard is an all-time favorite and, in my eyes, a classic pattern that is also neutral. Whether you want to add a pop to your accessories or wear it from head to toe, leopard is a must this year.

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Staple colors:

The staple colors, like shades of green, camel, beige, etc., are always favorites during fall. You know I am a big fan of ivory/cream and could wear it daily. In the fall, it pairs well with everything.

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Denim:

Denim is always going to be a fall staple. Last year, we saw denim on Denim looks in a strong way, and that will continue this year, as will more denim dresses, all styles of denim jeans and pants, and a variety of denim jackets in all shapes and styles.

Denim dresses in every style and lengths are a must this season

Adding a new pair of denim or two to your wardrobe isn’t wrong. Here are a few of my picks.

Metallics:

Metallics are here to stay this season. From shiny silver and gold to metallic bronzes, if it’s glossy, it will add a fun POP to any fall outfit. From accessories to denim and jackets, you’ll be seeing things glimmer.

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3 Trendy Dresses from Target Perfect for Fall Transition

Hello Pretty ladies,

Happy Friday. I hope you had a good week and have something planned for the weekend. I’ve had a busy week with the wedding coming up, and we are excited and prepping for this upcoming week. I did have a chance to run to Target, and I found some cute items, including these three affordable dresses that are perfect to wear now and transition into Fall with some fun layering.

Today’s blog post will feature three Target dresses and a couple of cute handbags. The dresses are on sale right now for 30% off, which makes them under $25. You are going to love these dresses. They are trendy styles for now and for Fall, and I love that they can be styled for other events and occasions, from brunch and date night to concerts and workwear.

I shared a fun Target dress try-on, which you can view HERE.

Wear NOW & Layer up for FALL

Target Dress Haul

#1. Strapless leopard print dress, this print is so on trend for Fall. Paired with another fall trend, shades of red. I love it with the red bag I shared below.

Fall Styling Option: Add a denim jacket and cowboy boots. In cooler temperatures, throw a sweater or sweatshirt over your shoulders.

#2. The ribbed Tank body-con dress with side gathering and a flattering neckline is excellent paired with the hot trend- metallic bags

Fall Styling option- add a blazer and heals for #workwear, a denim jacket and tennis shoes for #streetstyle, or layer with a mid cardigan and loafer for a #teacheroutfit

#3. Denim button-up dress with pockets hits right above the knee. (size down) This is cute with sandals or tennis shoes for now.

Fall Styling option: Pair it with cowboy boots for a concert or just an oversized cardigan and tall boots.

Target Finds

Two on-trend bags for Fall

Metallic Bag-Metallics are huge for Fall, and this cute knotted-detail woven bag is a great way to add a little pop of metallic to any outfit at a very affordable price. $25

Red Bag– Red is another trendy color for Fall. How cute is this little quilted designer-inspired bag? It’s a great way to add color to a basic outfit. It also comes with a shoulder strap, big enough to hold the phone, lipgloss, glasses, and a little wallet. $25

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Hello Pretty Ladies,

Happy Monday! I hope you had a great weekend. Ours was pretty busy! I had a baby shower to go to, and my nephew got into town with his friend, which meant we had a house full of boys for Sunday breakfast and dinner. My love language is cooking and hosting, so my heart was whole.

Today kicks off the Nordstrom Sale, open for everyone to shop. Let me tell you, it’s a great sale this year. I have several blog posts and an Instagram post & Highlights with all my picks that I think you would love. Items have been selling fast, but they do restock throughout the sale. Make sure to follow me on Instagram for all the up-to-date info. I created a Nordstrom collection over on LTK HERE to make shopping for you easy. The sale goes until 8/4. With that said, I will be covering it until the end. It’s my favorite sale to shop all year, as I genuinely believe there are great pieces and deep discounts on items typically not on sale.

My Try-on Haul HERE

Ally Shoes

Now, after that little life catch, let’s get to today’s blog post, all about flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes. I love a great pair of flats, maybe because I am tall? Perhaps because I feel like you can style them in so many ways and that they are appropriate for many of life’s everyday occasions.

Ally Shoes is a new brand that I have fallen in love with. Today, I will share a little behind-the-scenes reason and an easy outfit you can take from a casual day look to a night look with just a couple of accessory changes.

— Styled Day to Night—

How cute are these tweed Cap Toe flats by Ally shoes

You can take shoes from Day to night, style them casually, wear them for work wear, or dress up for drinks with friends!

I am a sucker for a cute flat, and I love the mixture of textiles with this pretty shoe. Tweed is a classic and elegant textile with a rich feel; adding the patient leather cap toe elevates the whole shoe and gives it that designer feel.

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

: Day

: Night

About this look

Want an easy outfit combo you can wear from Day to night by making additions and swap-outs? I’ve got you covered. This formula can be quickly followed with any top or bottom.

Pick your base outfit- I choose a tank top and wide-leg cuff denim jeans here. Then, you select your Ally shoes. I decided on the Textured cap toe flat from the London collection ( a limited edition). These are considered the base piece of your outfit. This base is cute, but let’s take it up a notch with the finishing touches and accessories! For the Bangle bracelets, a statement ring, Gold hoops, and a tote. Regarding the Day look, accessories are the “icing on the cake,” They can be used to finish any outfit.

The easy part is taking this look to a nighttime look or even a more appropriate work look. Same base pieces, and adding a #rd piece to the blazer, in this case, it a cropped blazer to add balance to the high-waisted front patch pocket wide leg jeans. Switching out the bag to a more structured bag gives the whole look a more professional look. Lastly, I changed the hoops for a classic gold and pearl elevated earring and the casual bangles for a collection of gold bald bracelets.

By making these easy changes, you created two different looks you could wear for many everyday occasions.

About Ally Shoes

Ally Shoes is an innovative fashion brand designed for women by women. They make luxury footwear more accessible for women on the move. They re-engineered the statement heel with a podiatric surgeon to create a flexible structure that secures your foot and looks fabulous – now adding flats and boots to offer more inclusive, stylish, and comfortable dress shoes to all women.

WHAT MAKES ALLY Shoes UNIQUE

-Patented Internal Structure

-To alleviate pain, they put precise cushioning under the three pressure points in your feet (heel cup support, arch support, and toe crest support). Patent Pending Internal Structure & Padded Insole.

-Inclusive Size Range of 18 sizes

MADE-TO-ORDER PROCESS- truly made just for you ✔️

Having shoes made to order makes you feel so special! I loved this process; Ally Shoes sends you a custom shoe fitting kit to ensure they get your shoes to fit just right. I would have thought this would cost a fortune, and their shoes are a fraction of the cost of designer shoes.

Discount codes to use:

DARCY40($40 off first pair of heels)

DARCY10(10% off first pair of flats or boots)

A few other styles of Ally Shoes

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

Hello Pretty ladies,

Yesterday, I headed to Nordstrom to try on the items I loved and had on my wish list in-store. I wanted to give you outfit inspirations and details on how the Items fit and what they looked like. Please view my full try-on here and save my highlights Here.

This sale has received extensive coverage; it is a great time to get deep discounts. However, this doesn’t mean you must go crazy and purchase just because it’s on sale. Be intentional with your purchases and inventory, as well as your needs and wishes.

Things I look for during the sale… Besides the six things I purchase every year, View HERE!

A few essential items to consider are Investment pieces, Cashmere, designer, Quality coats, bags, or sunglasses (Crewneck Cashmere Sweater), Shoes, and Premium denim. I look for brands that don’t often go on sale and take advantage of the opportunity to grab a few essential items I’ve been wanting. Which one is always a Free People sweater? I love the quality and fit, and they always have the style I love.

The NSALE is always a great time to grab denim. Everyone should own at least one pair of premium denim for their wardrobe, and the NSALE is a great place to grab a pair on sale. Take note that Nordstrom’s sale also features several designer brands, or, I like to say, “Splurges.” This is a great time to score a key piece or two at discounted prices. View my Nordstrom tips Video HERE.

The Good Stuff

Let’s get to the good stuff: “Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024.” Please note that some items sell out fast; they do restock throughout the sale, and you can add it to your wish list or check with me on LTK or in my stories and HERE as I update as the sale goes on.

Jackets

Zella– Longline Onion Quilted Bomber Jacket– Bring layer-friendly versatility to your cold-weather wardrobe with a bomber-style jacket cut in a longer silhouette and textured with unique onion quilting

Sale price $119.99

Veronica Beard–Lawrence Croc Embossed Faux Leather Dickey Jacket

Veronica Beard strikes an easy balance between classic and cool. Their first piece, the signature Dickey Jacket, is still a staple in the line. Today, it’s joined by a collection of dresses, tops, pants, and more that bring a modern perspective to everyday styles designed for real life.

AllSaints Hettie Denim– calm ease in this indigo-wash denim shirt jacket punctuated with a feathery and curved raw hem.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

Sweaters

Treasure & Bond- Crewneck Raglan Cotton Blend Sweater– Easy to work into any wardrobe, this lightweight cotton-blend sweater is an instant classic with raglan sleeves, ribbed trim, and a relaxed fit – Sale price $44.99 After Sale: $69.50

Veronica Beard—Letitia Cable Cap Cashmere Sweater = Mini cables pattern a heathery cashmere sweater knit with a low mock neck and barely there cap sleeves.

Veronica Beard- CHEVAL MERINO-WOOL PULLOVER= The summer sweater, perfected. Spun from exceptionally soft and lightweight merino wool, the Cheval features a classic crew neck and a relaxed fit. It’s the ultimate layering piece for chilly offices and cool nights.

Nordstrom- Crewneck Cashmere Sweater– Every closet craves this classic cashmere sweater full of warmth and polish.

After-sale price $149.00

Jeans

Featuring Mother Denim: Premium-denim industry pros Lela Becker and Tim Kaeding, MOTHER specializes in collections that juxtapose hard and soft. The brand evokes teenage rebellion, unconditional love, and hilarious insults all at once (the company’s name is a play on the duality of the word “mother,” which can be nurturing or a cuss).

Mothers– The Twister Sneak High Waist Flared Wide Leg Jeans –

A high waist and clean hems make these flared, wide-leg jeans in faded stretch denim a perfect everyday choice from top to bottom.

Mother– The Hustler Ankle Fray Inspired by retro silhouettes, these stretch-kissed jeans have a straight-leg silhouette cropped at the ankles for wear-with-everything style.

Current Price

Previous Price $248.00

Mother– The Rider High Waist Ankle Slim Straight Leg Jeans-

These high-waisted jeans, cut from soft stretch denim in a subtly faded black wash, perfectly complement straight-leg silhouettes and skinnies.

Sale: $179.99

Mother– The weekender Fray Faded thighs, raw hems, and a bootcut silhouette lend these slightly stretchy cotton-blend jeans a casual feel.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

Accessories

Brixton– Jo Straw Rancher Hat -Grosgrain ribbon circles the crown and brim of a city-sharp rancher hat woven from straw.

Sale price $65.99

After-sale price $99.00

Tops

All Saints- Gia Ruched T-Shirt: Cinch up the front of this drawstring-ruched cotton T-shirt to give your look a personalized touch. Sale: $44.99 After Sale: $65.00

Veronica Beard -Dree Muscle Tee Rolled cuffs magnify the laid-back aesthetic of a classic crewneck tee in slub-knit cotton. $138

Veronica Beard- Jeweled collar Muscle Tee rolled sleeve- Sold out. Check back for restock

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

Dress

Nordstrom- Sleeveless Wool & Cashmere Rib Sweater Dress– Embrace sweater weather with no bulk in this ribbed dress topped with a cozy mock neck and knitted from a blend of soft wool and cashmere yarns. Flatterning is easy to take from casual to work wear, adding layers and changing accessories. Sale price $165.99 After-sale price $249.00

Treasure & Bond- Blend V-Neck Sweater Dress-Sweater weather is imbued with unexpected refinement in a cozy V-neck dress crafted from an ultrasoft cotton blend framed by slouchy dropped. Shoulders. Great with tall boots in the Fall. Sale price $49.99 After-sale price $74.50

Lounge Set

Barefoot Dreams—CozyChic, Ultra Lite, Knit lounge set, or Pajamas- you won’t need a bed to slumber peacefully in luxurious comfort with these ultrasoft, lightweight pajamas, which boast a cozy sweater and matching pants. I own a couple of pairs of these, and let me tell you, you’ll live in them. Makes a great gift. Sale price $152.99 After sale price $228.00

Barefoot Dreams cardigans, socks, and blankets are great buys during the sale and make for lavish gift-giving.

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