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Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe

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.

Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe

Shop the collection above HERE.

Adding a few essential accessories to your wardrobe

On-trend Fall Accessories 

Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe


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:

Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe

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:

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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.

Shop the Leopard Dress and Bangles HERE

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. 

Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe

Other noteworthy Trends were spotted.

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

Shop Lisi Lurch Bold Gold Sale HERE

 

Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe

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)

Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe
Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe

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! 

Shop the Bow Pieces Below:

 

Outfit Details On Trend For Spring

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. 

Shop Ladies Jackets below:

 

Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe

Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe
Mary Jane
Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe
Leopard Pointed cap toe
Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe
Suede Cap toe

Shop the Shoes Below :

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

Wit & Wisdom

Shop the Look above HERE

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.

Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe

Shop The photo above HERE.

 

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. 

Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe

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.

Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe
Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe
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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.

Fall Trends To Refresh Your Wardrobe

Shop this outfit HERE.

Shop Leopard Below:

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. 

3 Trendy Dresses from Target Perfect for Fall Transition

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.

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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.

 

things I am loving

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

 

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

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3 Trendy Dresses from Target Perfect for Fall Transition

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. 

 

3 Trendy Dresses from Target Perfect for Fall Transition

Wear NOW & Layer up for FALL

Target Dress Haul

3 Trendy Dresses from Target Perfect for Fall Transition

#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.

3 Trendy Dresses from Target Perfect for Fall Transition

 

#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 Trendy Dresses from Target Perfect for Fall Transition

#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.

 

3 Trendy Dresses from Target Perfect for Fall Transition

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

Shop the dresses below:

 

Live life stylishly and look good at any age.

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12 July Best Sellers You Loved

12 July Best Sellers You Loved

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Happy Friday! I am doing a quick recap of July’s bestsellers, the items you loved, and the best sellers you made for July. Some of these items were on the Nordstrom Anniversary sale, and a few were just great Amazon finds, while a couple of them, the Eric Javits Bag and BudhaGirl Bracelets, are a little bit of a splurge; you fell in love with them as I did. 

A minor life update: We are officially on the wedding countdown. Our son gets married on August 24, 2024, and Next week, I will be sharing a recap of the Bridal shower I threw for his future bride, Mother of the groom dresses, and a couple of other fun wedding-type posts, so stay tuned. 

Now, let’s get to the Best seller’s

12 July Best Sellers You Loved

 

 

Items YOU loved and purchased

 

  1. Wit & Wisdom Top is perfect for the fall transition. It fits TTS, has sweet eyelet details, and is ideal for summer to fall transition. Also on Sale $46.80

 2. Budha girl– 3 kings all-weather bangles

 3. Wit & Wisdom denim Wide leg cuff jeans fit tts 

4. Treasure and Bond -Crew-neck sweater: $69.50, available in 4 colors. I suggest sizing it down, as it runs a little big. It’s the perfect sweater to wear now, on chilly evenings, and in the winter. 

5. Amazon find sunglasses $14.99

6. Cap toe ballet flat JCrew  on sale tts, on also this pair from Nordstrom for $89

7. Eric Jarvit’s raffia and leather trim tote with make-up bag included a bag I’ve used all summer. NOW on SALE 30% off

8. The best snack tote- has dividers and a lid with handles for easy travel and keeping food separate. Amazon finds

9. Another Amazon Find is this travel steamer, which is portable and compact yet strong enough to steam three dresses with one water tank. 

 10. Chico’s sandal slides are cushioning and comfortable, and they’re on sale for $39.98. These go with anything from shorts to Dresses, and they’re even cute with jeans and a tee.

11. Buxom lip plumper new color 

12. Sweater dress,  Wool & cashmere blend dress I would size down, perfect for fall with boots and layered up:)

Here are a few pieces I’ve loved

I have several of these items styled over on my Liketoknowit storefront. 

Eric Javits, budha girls, jeffery campbell
Eric Jarvit’s
things I am loving
Steamer
Couple's Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado
Chico’s sandals

Wide leg cuff jeans
Buxom Lip plumper
Sunglasses

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10 Favorite Things I am Loving

10 Favorite Things I Am Loving

Hello, pretty ladies,

I hope your July was a good one. I feel like I just asked you about June! These summer months seem to fly by.

Our oldest son is getting married on August 24th, and I know it will be here so fast. As we’re getting closer, I’ve been emotional several times. Maybe this will help me have my emotions under control by the wedding week. 

I haven’t done a Favorite Things wrap-up in a while, where I share what I have been loving and wearing or using on repeat. I thought sharing for our monthly blog hop with Dawn, Cindy, and Suzanne today would be fun. They’ll be sharing their July Best Sellers, favorites for summer, or things they love. Their blogs are linked below, so head over to them and see what they shared today.

—Things I am loving lately—

I could say “Favorite Things,” but my True favorite things aren’t “things”… It’s family, & friends, entertaining/hosting, making a home a home-cooking, gardening and traveling, and wandering boutiques, bookstores, and antique stores. 

So, with that said …. Things I am loving lately will do! Ox

10 Favorite Things 

Fashion

Eric Javits, budha girls, jeffery campbell

Eric Jervits bag, Budha Girl Bracelets, Jeffery Campbell sandals

Bags

Eric Jervits has a straw/rattan bag that comes with a clutch. The quality is impressive. It is fully lined, and the leather trim detail makes it sturdy and a piece you can use season after season. It truly goes with everything from pool attire to shorts and dresses.

Amazon Seamless Panties– If you love skims or hanky-panky thong panties, you’ll love these seamless packs of the BEST buttery-soft panties for under $19. They stay put, don’t roll, and are genuinely seamless—no panty lines, no matter what you wear! I give these as gifts to my girlfriends who like things, and they adore them and always purchase more! This is a genuine BEST SELLER for me.

Shoes

Jeffery Campell Sandals– Linques Flip Flop: A polished, link-shaped buckle and diagonally slanted square-toe top, this sleek flip-flop is crafted from smooth leather. Jeffrey Campbell consistently delivers a range of edgy, on-trend footwear, from bold shapes to versatile basics. Year after year, the fun-loving brand’s fresh, lively silhouettes delight, inspire, and never disappoint. I genuinely love his shoes, and these are a pair I’ve been living in all summer. They go with everything from shorts to linen pants, jeans, and sundresses. If you pack correctly, you could take these on a trip and go from pool to evening with these shoes.

Jeans

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes
Wit & Wisdom
Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes
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Oversized Cuffed Jeans– I am completely obsessed and have several pairs in various washes, brands, and price points. I’ve always loved a cuffed boyfriend’s jeans and even a straight leg. (to be honest, I’ve been wearing for years, and it’s always been a great way to wear jeans that might be just a hair too short because of my height. I could cuff them and make them look right. It always felt a little French-inspired. You can get wide-leg, patch-pocket, and straight-leg denim in various washes and price points. Let me tell you, I am in love with them all. I am sharing below all the styles I’ve been wearing on repeat for the last couple of months, and I even have this Risen pair in a lighter wash arriving tomorrow. 

Kut from the Kloth– Meg, $109 Sienna,$109 Wit & wisdom, Sale $69.99 Amazon,  $39.99 Risen, $69 Walmart $29

Shop the Jeans Below:

 

Jewelry

Budha Girl Bracelets-BuDhaGirl Gold All Weather Bangles, remarkable bangles redefine elegance with their weightless, soundless, waterproof, and TSA-proof design. Crafted to perfection, each set comprises nine bangles, symbolizing intentions for the day. Wear them anywhere, as their soundless and waterproof nature ensures seamless integration into any setting. If you wear only one stack of bracelets, I will pick these! They go with everything and can even be worn in the pool. Wear it all year long. 

For the Home

things I am loving

A steamer for clothes—a clothes steamer with fast wrinkle removal and a large 300ml tank. It is ideal for all fabrics, is easy to use, is compact, and is a portable travel garment steamer. I use this every day! It’s easy to use, fills, and heats up almost instantly.

 

things I am loving

Bud vases—This small flower bud vase set of 12 features a transparent glass vase surface decorated with a retro embossed pattern. It is elegant and classic, and it can be used for center table decoration, enhancing the style of the interior space! On Sale right now, $21.99, 24% off a set of 12. I’ve used it on the dining room tables, nightstands, kitchen island, and even outside on the patio. I originally purchased them to mix with glass vases I already owned for the garden bridal shower I threw for my future daughter-in-love.

Beauty

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Thrive Lip Crayons
National Lipstick Day with Thrive Causemetics 
National Lipstick Day with Thrive Causemetics 

Thrive Lip Crayons—EmpowerMatte Precision Lipstick Crayon Line, define and fill in one step. Semi-permanent Micropigments lock in this lipstick for bold, long-lasting, velvet matte lip color in 14 statement-making shades. Read my last blog post all about them HERE. I can stop wearing these lip crayons. Seriously, I’ve been wearing them daily.

Beauty products
Midlife Skincare Routine: From Day To Night And A Self-Care Day

Colleen Rothschild—Retinol Supreme Night The oil refines skin tone and texture, fights age spots, and improves dullness. In the morning, you will wake to find renewed and radiant skin. Retinol Supreme Night Oil combines the regenerative benefits of retinol with the moisturizing properties of plant-based oils. The sleeping elixir uniquely combines…

  • The regenerative benefits of the highest concentration of stabilized retinol, which encourages healthy skin renewal
  • Highly potent Vitamin C to counteract the havoc brought upon by free radicals and environmental toxins
  • Nine plant-based oils which replenish moisture and help prevent irritation and flaking

I’ve been using this nightly for the last six months and noticed a change in my skin. I just finished the bottle and ordered another one.

 

Health

Armra

Armra is a pure and potent ARMRA Colonostrum concentrate. It strengthens your skin, lung, and gut barriers, optimizes your microbiome, and activates cellular health and performance to revive whole-body health.

Clinical Results¹:

86% experienced less bloating

80% improved their lean muscle mass, strength, and endurance

79% reported thicker hair

60% noticed better focus & energy

My sister told me about this problem six months ago, and I’ve used it ever since. It truly works, and I have noticed a massive change in everything it states it does. I have a code & a link that saves you 15% off. Shop HERE and use Code DARCYVANDENBERG.

things I am loving

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

 

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

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Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

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. 

 

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes— 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

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes
Day
Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes
Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes
Night

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

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. 

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

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)

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes
Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes
Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

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

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

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. 

 

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

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
After Sale: $179.00

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.

Sale: $459.99
After Sale: $698.00
 
AllSaints Hettie Denim– calm ease in this indigo-wash denim shirt jacket punctuated with a feathery and curved raw hem.
Sale: $149.99
After Sale: $229.00 

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024 

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.

Sale: $99.99 After-sale price $149.00

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

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.

Sale: $185.99
After Sale: $278.00

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.

$124.00 Current Price 
(50% off)
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

After Sale: $268.00

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

Sale: $185.99

After Sale: $278.00
 
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: $65.99Sale price $65.99
After Sale: $99.00After-sale price $99.00
 

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

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

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024
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

 

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

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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Friday’s Favorites and Weekend Sale Round Up!

Friday’s Favorites and Weekend Sale Round Up!

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Another week is flying by, and it’s hard to believe it’s the last few days of June. Ben and I are headed out of town for some stay-cation in Park City. He booked it forever ago, and he’s looking forward to a bit of downtime. If we stay home, he continues to work at our or someone else’s home, so he likes to book several local weekend trips a year.

Let’s catch up

July is a busy month, with all the BIG sales, the Nordstrom sale, Amazon Prime days, and Walmart & Target having to get into the game. I’ll be covering my favorite picks and things I have purchased, but I would love to know if there is something you want me to cover or review. Comment below with your questions and what sales you’re looking forward to. It’s great to start creating your wish lists now.  here are a couple of favorite THINGS I recommend Purchashing if you don’t have Spanx| Free People Sweater| Pillow Talk| New Balance 327| 

Excited this year that a couple of brands I have loved and purchased from have reached out to partner with me. Can’t wait to share the items and show you how I will style them. 

I look forward to a July girlfriends/work trip with some of my favorite Midlife blogger friends. Mixing work and play is always a good time. Do you have any guesses as to whom I will be meeting?

July also means we’re in countdown mode for our son’s wedding.  August 24th is going to come up fast.  My dress arrived yesterday and fit perfectly, so that is a check off my list. I need to start working on the welcome boxes, and I still have some details to finish up for the rehearsal party. Say party because it’s a Black Tie destination wedding, and we invited everyone who will be in town on Friday to attend the more casual Lake Party after the rehearsal. 

Friday's Favorites and Weekend Sale Round Up!

Now, let’s get to the Weekend Sales.

Anthropologie– Extra 50% OFF SALE

Avara– Several sale styles under $25

Banana Republic Factory–50% -70% off everything

Chico’s–25% off the entire purchase – View all my picks and see what Chico’s pieces I used on my TV segment HERE.

This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites

Colleen Rothschild– 20% off with my code DARCY20

GAP FACTORY – 50% off + FREE SHIPPING

GIBSONLOOK – Up to 60% off sale, plus 10% off full-priced items with code 

H & M– Summer Sale: up to 60% off

J.CREW–  50% off summer styles

J.CREW FACTORY– 4th of July 50%-70% off entire store 

Julie Vos– Up to 60% off substantial sale sections and best sellers.

This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites

Lisi Lurch– Summer Sale huge selection of BEST SELLERS 50% off 

Loft – 40% off  your purchase

MacKenzie-Childs– up to 60% off clearance

Neiman Marcus– $50 – $200 off select styles

NORDSTROM– Limited-time sales up to 70% off

PRINTFRESH -Flash Sale Friday Up to 30% off PJ’s sets under $100

Spanx– up to 70% off many styles (only happens twice a year) 

SummerSalt– 30% off swimwear and cover-ups with code SPF30.  ee my Video Here

This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites

TULA– 30% OFF GET THE GLOW SALE, Bestsellers

Tuckernuck– shop the Sale Section HERE off everything.  se code CYBER

(Click on the store name to take you to the sale.)

ULTA– BIG Summer Beauty Sale- 5X THE POINTS |PLUS SEVERAL FREE GIFTS, FREE | 13-PIECE BEAUTY BAG WITH $90 PURCHASE

Walmart– Flash Deals you don’t want to miss

 

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

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4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

4th of July Outfit Inspirations:

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

Today, I am sharing the 4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40. These outfits range from easy outfits you can create from your closet, using the traditional color theme of red, white, and blue, to a couple of kitschy looks with stars and flags. 

I am sharing easy, peezy outfits that say the 4th of July without having a flag or stars to say the 4th of July. You can grab your Red, white, and blue pieces out of your wardrobe all summer, and pairing them together creates a Holiday look without having a 4th of July star or flag item. Stripes are one of my favorite things, and I love that you can mix a bold stripe and a small stripe to a solid and get a great vibe. Another trick to get a festive look without wearing a big Star or Flag is adding a mini star or flag print as a small detail on a scarf to tie on a bag or a simple accessory like an earring. This little detail adds that 4th of July touch to an outfit without screaming the 4th.

Today is our monthly blog hop, and it is always fun to see what my girlfriends Dawn, Suzanne, and Cindy are sharing on the monthly topic over on their blogs. The 4th of July is a week away, and that seems like an appropriate topic. Their blogs are linked at the end of this post. 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40
4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40
4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40
Amazon

Shop the Pieces in the photos below:

 

 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

SPANX SHORTS $55| Tank top| Striped Tee| Sandals | Red Bag| 

 

Want a fun 4th of July Tablescape or inspo on decorating your front porch/entryway? View the one I did a couple of years ago HERE. Also, I have some family favorite side dishes for your BBQ or 4th entertaining HERE—cocktails for the 4th HERE and a post on decorating your front porch/entryway. 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

Shop the Amazon pieces below:

 

 

 

Tips on shopping your closet:

To create the looks below from your closet, look for something you have similar, whether it’s the color or the style; something similar will still give out the same feel. 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

I did an Amazon haul at the beginning of Summer with great basics that happened to be in the color theme of the 4th of July. I chose these colors simply because they felt like summer to me, and then I realized I picked the perfect colors for the 4th of July, which is also a great Summer season color palette. 

Shop the look HERE page below:

 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40
4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40
4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

The Flag sweater is so cute, and I love it printed in this season’s hottest color: Cornflower blue. I’ve been crushing on this color, and when I saw it, I had to have it. The flag sweater reminds me of a preppy Ralph Loren polo and is a classic in my eyes. A flag also has a coastal vibe to it, making it perfect to wear all summer long. Shop the look HERE.

The Red Stripe Amazon maxi dress has been a repeat best-seller for me. Easy to wear all summer long. I paired the dress with a denim shirt around the waist, a caramel tote, and Tory Burch Miller sandals. Shop the look HERE. 

Shop the Spanx denim shorts HERE, the Red and white stripe Spanx top HERE, and the Sandals HERE

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

I purchased this off-the-shoulder top from the Banana Republic factory (last year), which is linked to a similar Fits TTS; these best-selling wide cuff two button-front jeans are from Amazon for $39. These come in and out of stock. Because they sell so fast, and they fit true to size. Excellent quality for the price✔️Cashmere sweater fits tts. Tory Burch Miller is in red TTS, Lisi Lurch bracelets, and a Laudi Vindi custom bag, which is genuine leather. It is so beautiful, as are Amazon raffia ball earrings. SHOP the look HERE

 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40
4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40
4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

 

This bright, cheery Red gives a fun little twist, perfect for the entire summer social season while looking classic. 3/4 Sleeve Air Essential Tee Spanx. Monogrammed Tote HERE use code DARCY20 to save 20%| Madison Masion Red Tennis Shoes HERE save 15% with code DARCY15| Julie Vos Julie HERE| Spanx White Twill pants HERE| Spanx striped top HERE

*SAVE 10% off all Spanx with my CODE: DEARDARCYXSPANX. Great free shipping and returns, too

 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40
4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40
4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

These flattering, affordable, and easy-to-wear dresses will last you all summer. They can be worn dressed down or up, which makes them great to pack for vacation as well. 

Shop the above looks BELOW:

 

 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

The lemon whipped cream and fresh fruit tart recipe is coming on Sunday. 

 

SAVE 10% off all Spanx with my CODE: DEARDARCYXSPANX. Great free shipping and returns, too

 

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

 

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Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico’s

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico’s

Hello Pretty Ladies,

The First day of Summer is just a couple of weeks away, and I am so excited for the outdoor season to start. If you’re like me, you love all the outdoor time, evenings on the porch, pool days, summer travel, and social time. I adore being in my yard and garden; even if it’s a lot of work, it’s therapeutic. I’ve even got my Summer book list picked for those pool days and porch moments. I’ll share about that next week.

If you follow me on the gram, you know I just returned from a Colorado vacation with my hubby, and Now I am in full bridal shower mode. The party is on Saturday, and if that wasn’t enough, I have a Fashion Fix styling segment on Good Things Utah Tomorrow. So, to say I am running in a hundred directions would be true. With that said, today, I am sharing a summer capsule wardrobe with Chico’s that is perfect for the summer social season. 

Watch the Chico’s Fashion Segment HERE

 

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's

Summer is the social season, with BBQs, picnics, 4th of July events, concerts, and garden parties. Summer is full of fun events and activities, and I have some fun must-have wardrobe builders from Chico’s that are perfect for your summer capsule. You can mix and match all season long.

To look fabulous, put together, and on-trend at any age for any summer social.

Why create a capsule wardrobe

  • Makes dressing easy
  • Items can mix and match
  • You only need a few key pieces, which helps save money
  • Helps packing for travel

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's
line top & Denim short
Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's
Crochet top and Denim
Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's
accessories

Shop the Orange look below:

 

Shop the crochet look below:

 

 

 

Summer Fabric’s

From this season’s must-have linens in pops of Color to Denim in styles that will make you look chic and on-trend with the comfort you’ll live in, add a little boho to your look with crochet textures and details.  

 Flattering wide-leg crop jeans and frayed-hem Bermuda shorts are just the perfect length. These pieces can be worn casually or dressed up. I adore the Linen Culotte pants; they are easy to wear and look chic for daily or travel wear.

Linen Button up| Linen Shirt Dress| Linen Culotte Pants | Denim Frayed Hem Shorts| Denim Wide Leg Crop Pants | Red Shorts

Crochet Kimono| White Tank| 

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's
Citrus dress no belt
Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's
Details:has pockets
Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's
just the right amount of coverage

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Summer Print’s 

The cutest citrus-printed dress makes a statement and is perfect for any Garden Party, Bridal Shower, or Lunch date. Summer wouldn’t be complete without a few stars and stripes, ideal for the 4th of July but subtle enough for a BBQ or Picnic. 

Chico’s Summer Launch is full of Color and festive Prints. I wish I had Grabbed this No Iron Palms shirt; the greens and turquoise with a pop of mustard are stunning. This was another top I was crushing on, a Floral eyelet Shirt.

Do you love the Citrus Dress print but don’t love dresses? You can also get it in a button-up Shirt. 

Citrus Dress| Stars & Stripes Top| 

 

Summer accessories

Accessories always finish off the look, and this season’s shoes, sunglasses, and jewelry don’t disappoint. 

Red, white, and blue Readers|Red earrings| STRAW SUN hat| Gold square Hoops| Gold Link Necklace|Aviator Sunglasses|  Clear Lucite Earrings|and The Hat is on sale for under $40.

Arm stack or as I like to call it, Arm Candy- Bracelet |Bracelet | Bracelet |Bracelet |Bracelet | Bracelet| 

Coral wedge sandals| Acrylic heel Sandals | Ruffle Sandals | Leather Slides| All of the sandals are on Major sale for $39.98! Typically, all over $100

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's

Watermelon linen shirt Dress and accessories I styled with it | Shop the Look Here 


 

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Mays 12 Best Sellers

Mays 12 Best Sellers

Hello Pretty Ladies,

May flew by, and June is here, which means the first day of Summer is fast approaching. From the look of my May Best Sellers, you ladies can’t wait for Summer to arrive. You’ve shopped some of my fun summer affordable picks and made them best sellers. From the Best Self Tanner, cute dresses, A great Spanx Swimsuit, an affordable straw bag, and $14.99 sunglasses that look over $100. You’ll use these Best sellers all Summer long. 

At the end of every month, I look forward to looking back and seeing what you ladies loved and what you purchased to make the top 12 Bestsellers. It’s fun to see things I love and that you love as well. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being here; I genuinely appreciate it and am so grateful that what I share resonates with you. Thank you for shopping with me, OX

Mays 12  Best Sellers

Mays 12 Best Sellers

1. Spanx – Swim Suit two-piece Top Bottom

SAVE 10% off all Spanx with my CODE: DEARDARCYXSPANX. Great free shipping and returns, too

2. Loving Tan –Self-Tanner

Use Code: DARCYMITT to receive a Free tanning mitt

3. Floral Maxi Dress-$96Blossom Breeze Sky Blue Multi Floral Maxi Dress

4. Madewell– Embroidered Aline top, 100% Linen

5. Amazon find– Sunglasses $14.99-SOJOS Trendy Oversized Hexagonal Sunglasses 

6. Buckle slides– 50% off use code: 50DARCYV Now $24.99

7. Straw Bag -$24.99

8. Lisi Lurch—Gold Bead Bracelets & Gold Bamboo—These are my go-to everyday bracelets. The Georgia gold beaded statement bracelet from Lisi Lerch and New Lucy Bracelet Stack—Bamboo Acrylic adds a little pop to your everyday outfits.

9. Denim shorts– by Spanx 

10. Rancher Hat– Anthropologie|Inspired by the laidback Southern California lifestyle, Wyeth sun hats, wool felts, and caps offer modern takes on classic designs. Handmade with natural 100% raffia straw, genuine suede leather and soft Australian wool felt, Wyeth’s versatile hats are the go-to for those with an eye for quality and style.

11. Charlotte Tilbury– New Lip Plumper- Pillow Talk Big Lip Plumpgasm Plumping Lip Gloss

 

12. Banana Republic –Linen Dress  sale $44- Blend Popover Mini Dress

 

 

A quick Recap of the Best Sellers and Links Below:

Spanx| Loving Tan| Floral Maxi| Madewell| Sunglasses| Buckle Slides| Straw Bag| Bracelets| Shorts| Hat| Lip| Linen Dress

 

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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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5 statement jackets 
You’re going to love and are ON SALE this weekend only 
For Fashion Weekend!

All jackets fit tts 
As well as the cute jeans 🖤

-Plaid embellished blazer with cute patches 
-ruffle trim military style jacket 
- fluffy/shaggy faux fur coat
- Plaid detail cropped rain coat 
-Butter soft cropped fur coat in 4 colors 

Something for everyone and great gift idea!

The  whipstitch thick stitching jeans 🖤🖤🖤

Comment “SALE” below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK 
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When you style a whole outfit around the “BAG”❤️❤️ When you style a whole outfit around the “BAG”❤️❤️❤️

Perfect for a school spirit or game day with out logos..

Daneault reversible two bags in one.
This leather navy bag can also be a camel colored bag with a little easy reversible fold 
Cleaver and comes in severs several l colors and a few size options.  Perfect for all of your necessities ✔️

Mixing patterns and checked with plaid a  and bold red jean. For a little interest with classic pieces.

You’ll love this mix of save and splurge. 

All pieces are tts

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A day in Katydid …. As a over 50 wife, mom and co A day in Katydid ….

As a over 50 wife, mom and content creator🎀

The cutest & soft bow Pj’s, by @katydidusa 
Has pockets and so comfy.

I am in love with this cute Katydid designed tumbler(yes, it keeps your drink Cold) or hot makes a great gift
🎁 

Polka dot lounge pants with elastic pants great for travel, running errands 

This gingham quilted jacket is so cute .
Perfect layer for fall. Pair with jeans, trousers or over a dress✔️

The cutest Witch Please baseball cap perfect for Witching season
🖤

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Happy Fall🍂 I am 54…”well for another week and a Happy Fall🍂

I am 54…”well for another week and a half 🤣”

11 Fall outfits I’ve actually worn in the last several days!

Comment “fall” for details and links ⬇️

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Which one is your favorite?
1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11
Happy Sunday from our home to yours🍂❤️🙏 🍂🍁Fall Fr Happy Sunday from our home to yours🍂❤️🙏

🍂🍁Fall Front Porch and a little gingham outfit set!

Fall wreath I made❤️🍁🍂
A collection of Pumpkins, mums, cabbage, kale, corn stock and boxwoods.

Comment “Shop” for Outfit details and some of my planter pots, ribbon and decor
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—It’s no secret I love bread and butter with a pin —It’s no secret I love bread and butter with a pinch of French flaky salt-

Let me tell you, @bonruebakery
Does it right✔️

They Started with a baguette….🥖 and grew to a full French Bakery … serving beloved French pastry’s, breads and delicious sandwiches and salads.

Using the best French ingredients- Down to the delish French milk chocolate for their chocolate croissants 🥐 

Ben and I had the pleasure of attending a fun “French flea market” pre-opening event. To preview and sample the menu.

We made it a Date-night, with incorporating a beautiful scenic Fall🍂Drive to attend this fun event. Perfect evening🖤

Gorgeous drive, yummy food, great music and amazing local vendors- from local honey and jams, delicious olive oil & vinegars, beautiful flowers, and handmade cards. 

Thank you @bonruebakery for hosting us, for a little touch of Paris in the heart of Provo,Ut.

Stay tuned for @bonruebakery opening in more locations in Utah .

Meanwhile TODAY October, 10th is the grand opening of their Provo location 

Located across the street from BYU…
Trust me if your in Utah county or close by, you’ll want to check it out✔️
✨An exciting new co branded launch collaboration w ✨An exciting new co branded launch collaboration with NYDJ & CBS’s Fire and Sheriff Country. 

Inspired by the women of the shows and the women who watch them. 

🎥The new season airs tonight on CBS 8/7c for Premiere week

This collection is available Now until 11/15 online
Comment “shop” and I’ll send you my links ⬇️

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👖I am featuring 5 of the pieces
2’Cashmere sweaters, a tweed and denim jacket, a faux leather straight leg pant and a black denim with bold white stitching wide leg jeans.

This collection will be making a camo appearance throughout the season on the shows.

🎥Tune in in tonight and see if you spy any of these pieces pieces I am showcasing today. 
 

🔥🚔 Do you watch Fire or sheriff country?

My whole family loves both shows 🎥

Happy Friday Pretty ladies 🌸

#jeansthatsaverheday #cbsnydjcountry
I love helping you❤️ I’ve had several requests fo I love helping you❤️

I’ve had several requests for jeans under $50

I find the hidden gems so you don’t have to… and I think I  nailed this one✔️

4 styles of jeans under $35

✔️ Great quality 
✔️Amazing Fit
✔️Trending styles 
✔️Flattering

This jeans are great paired with your wardrobe classics to give a fresh look or perfect for those wanting to try a new style without without breaking the bank ✔️

Each style comes in several washes. 

Which style is your favorite?

Comment “jeans” I’ll send you the links🛍️
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Midlife | style over 50| Denim Jeans | build wardrobe | wardrobe refresh
Target Circle Deals 🎯 It’s an add to cart kinda o Target Circle Deals 🎯

It’s an add to cart kinda of night with the final hours of Deals and sales happening…

Up to 40% off ends tonight at midnight…

Here’s a few of my picks that are great piece to add to your Fall wardrobe, and if your looking for a few accessories to spruce up what you already own… I have some great picks✔️

Which also make for great gift ideas. 🛍️🎁

Are you shopping for the Holidays already?

Comment “Target” and I’ll send you the links…⬇️

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Target lovers / circle days/ midlife style gift ideas
Amazon DEAL DAYS Add to cart list… The things I Amazon DEAL DAYS

Add to cart list…

The things I Own, use, give as gifts and reorder…

Home- Fashion- Beauty -Lifestyle and gift giving

Comment “Deals” and I’ll send links over to you!⬇️

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🛍️I do have a complete Amazon Deal days Wrap up on my blog- including home and kitchen gadgets, things my guys use and home necessities along with more fashion beauty, baby and home …

Comment “Blog “for full wrap up..

Deal days ends at midnight tonight!

Tell me are you shopping the deals?

Amazon deal days/ midlife| Fashion over 50| utah living
Yes… to Gimme that… Add to cart is all I need to Yes… to Gimme that…

Add to cart is all I need to say….
These boots are on sale for $43.99 and you’ll love them.

Comes in 6 colors, so chic and comfortable…. You’ll love how many ways you can style them!

Comment “ Boots” for links
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Western wear| boots| cowboy boots| style over 50
Mail Monday 📫💌and a little chat Sharing a fun Unb Mail Monday 📫💌and a little chat

Sharing a fun Unboxing today… of several  different lines and packages… I think you’ll love ❤️

It’s been awhile since I’ve done one… and thought you pretty ladies used to love mail Mondays, maybe I should start doing them again:)

What do you think? 
❤️ if you like them and tell me below 👇🏻 something you want to check out…

➡️ slide ➡️ to view all 9 slides full of different treasures ➡️

What till you see slide 9… do you think it’s too early?😳

Slide 6 is so very exciting🎉🎉

Happy Monday pretty ladies, have a great week 🌸

Mail Monday | fall fashion| new launches| style over 50
Do you have a small grandchild or baby? This is Do you have a small grandchild or baby?

This  is a fun and easy project
To capture their small foot print forever 🖤

Turning those tootsies into a spooky little treasure to cherish for Falls to come.

Make on for yourself and one for the parents😉

You’ll need:

-A fun nature print or vintage barn canvas… Something that looks like fall without being Halloween.

-I found a barn canvas at vintage market days and I found a fun print I could frame for my DIL.. Search vintage shops, goodwill and even the big box shops have affordable framed canvas, that could work

- Washable white paint , I used

-Med size foam brush 
-Paper plate

I put little man in the high chair with a snack and painted one foot at a time, lifted him out and pressed foot on canvas. 

Remeber to have artwork upside down, so the toes will be the bottom of the ghost on the Art. 

I then placed him in the chair again, did the other foot and repeated with the other foot. 
Pressing this foot a little higher than the other..

Making it look like two little ghost flying:)👻👻👻

-When dry 

- With a black sharpie pen put two dots on the heels of the foot print🖤

Enjoy….

Do you like little seasonal projects? Or projects you can do with your grandbaby?

🖤SAVE to reference later

Little feet| persevering foot prints | grandma | Grandma duty | spooky art|
I Find the hidden gems … So you don’t have too… H I Find the hidden gems …
So you don’t have too…

Have you seen this?
Hobby Lobby’s latest. Collaboration with the ladies of Duck dynasty…

Inspired by vintage and heirloom pieces … To add a touch of warmth to your space. 

Follow me for more fun finds✔️

We’re headed out for this weeks Fall Drive🍂🍁

Check out stories for a peek🍁🍂
I am 54! This is how I am giving myself a little I am 54! This  is how I am giving myself a little Selfcare Saturday 

A little ordinary Selfcare 
But make it special..

Maybe you start with a walk- or do coffee and your devotional or both..🍁☕️

✔️Today I am testing out a New to me “clean beauty” daily simple skin system by Neora 

Make your selfcare a little special⬇️

-Turn on a Fall 🍂playlist (I have one shared in today’s stories 

-Light a fall candle 

-Make a healthy drink (mines my Daily green drink with added weight management, collagen and several other clean beauty healthy supplements) comment Drink and I’ll send you my codes and links

-Shower With eucalyptus, do a salt scrub and dry brush…

-Wash Hair and do a hair mask

-While hair is in drying towel - wash face & apply Eye patches by neora Age IQ clean beauty

- Derma plan face
- Do a self tanner- I love this one as it’s clean beauty … and I always feel better with tan skin😉
- Dry Hair with Roller dryer brush- I adore this one
- Do manicure with my at home clean beauty manicure set 
- Apply Clean Beauty Tinted lip balm- this one is so moisturizing and love the rosy nude tint
- Remove eye patches and apply eye serum and day moisturizer 
- By Neora Age IQ

Get ready for the rest of your day…. Taking a little time for yourself, is important for your mind, body and your midlife skin and body will love you❤️❤️❤️

Have a beautiful Weekend, Pretty ladies!

Comment “Shop” for the beauty items I can link for you… 
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Attention Easy Outfit Lovers… “Sets” make dressin Attention Easy Outfit Lovers…

“Sets” make dressing and getting ready Fast, so easy✔️

Here’s 8 Affordable sets, you’ll love and wear on repeat✔️

Perfect for travel, packing, running errands, grabbing a coffee, and Just LIFE….

I love them for trending to grandbabies too❤️🌸

Tell me below which is your favorite?
1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8

Comment “Set” and I’ll send you  links in your dm⬇️

Style over 50| set dressing| grandma outfits| travel outfits| easy and affordable dressing
🍂🍁 Julie Voz🍂🍁 Meet a few New pieces from the Fal 🍂🍁 Julie Voz🍂🍁

Meet a few New pieces from the Fall collection🍂

-The Ravello beaded necklace & Hoop earrings 
-The Cobblestone & Dolce Bracelets 

These are pieces you’ll enjoy wearing on repeat for years to come.
These make a statement on their own or mix with  other jewelry for a fun layering effect.

Comment “fill” for links⬇️
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🍂What’s your favorite piece?

I love the beaded necklace that can be worn multiple ways. Long, stacked and even knotted.

Happy Friday pretty ladies!🌸🍂
Me in the “Ber” months… Welcome to October🍁🍂 A p Me in the “Ber” months…

Welcome to October🍁🍂

A peek into how I like to do Fall🍂🍁20 photos …
Fashion - Home- Our Life- My Style- Recipes I’ve shared and entertaining- and Life🍂🍁
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