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5 Items To Freshen Up Your Summer Wardrobe

May 27, 2022

5 Items To Freshen Up Your Summer Wardrobe

5 Items To Freshen Up Your Summer Wardrobe

Hello Pretty ladies,

Can you believe we are at the end of May already? The first day of Summer is right around the corner. I am sharing 5 items that will freshen up the Summer pieces you loved last year. Accessories are the easiest way to update a wardrobe. Whether you purchase trendy or classic pieces, new accessories add to finishing off a look. Here are my favorite 5 Summer accessories. Unique earrings, a good pair of sandals, sunglasses, a new summer hat, and a great Summer bag. 

5 Summer Accessories 

Summer Earrings

Earrings are a great refresher to a wardrobe any time of the year. But here are a few of the ones I’ve purchased and am loving. First, you’ll notice several hoop earring styles. This is, of course, my favorite, but because hoop earrings go with so many hairstyles and face shapes.

Shop my picks below:

 

 

Summer Sandals

Who doesn’t want a new pair of shoes? Adding in a Fun summer trendy sandal always helps update your summer wardrobe. But, You know I am a big advocate for building a classic wardrobe and adding in a few stylish pieces every season. So, here I am sharing the traditional and on-trend sandals I have purchased this season. You’ll notice a lot of nude options. Nude sandals go with everything and elongate the legs.

Shop my picks below:

 

 

Chic Sunglasses

Sunglasses are a must year-round, but there’s something about a great new pair of sunnies to go with your summer looks and to look chic poolside. Here are a few of my favorite trendy and classic styles.

Shop my picks below:

 

 

Summer Hats

You know I am a hat girl, and I wear them all year round, ALL the time. But, there is something about an excellent Summer hat that does finish off a summer look. It gives an outfit a completely different vibe! And I am here for it. Here are a few of my all-time favorite Summer hats, along with the couple I purchased this year. 

Shop my picks below:

 

 

Summer Bags

Whether your head to lunch with the girls or going to sit poolside, adding a summer bag or two to your wardrobe really is a must. Something about the straw, wicker, fabric, and the airy bags of Summer that transforms even the most uncomplicated summer look, of shorts and a tank, a tee shirt dress, or cropped jeans and a tee. The Bag finishes off the look and can up the game. Below are some of my picks this year. 

Shop my picks below:

 

 

 

The Chit Chat Chic girls joined me in Sharing a blog post on Summer Fashion Essentials. See what Lisa, Michelle, and Cindy Shared. You’ll want to pop over to their blogs, links below:

Cindy= LuLuloves7

Lisa’s= Coast2coast

Michelle= Poised Petite 

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “5 Items To Freshen Up Your Summer Wardrobe!” I would love for you to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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What’s in my Beach Bag

May 20, 2022

What’s in my Beach Bag

What’s in my Beach Bag

Hello Pretty ladies,

If you caught Wednesday’s Chit chat chic live, you know we shared about our beach bags and what we like to take along with us to the beach, pool, or lake.

Now that the boys are grown, it looks slightly different than the oversized sand-proof totes and all the toys and essentials. The one big plus to midlife is you only have to take what you want/need and maybe think of my hubby. So with that said, I am sharing items I have taken in my bag on vacation.

 

The Beach Bag

This bag from WHBM is now on SALE, and I am telling you, YOU want it! It holds a ton, is sturdy, and oh so fun with its leopard print and large straw tassel.

 

 

The Cup

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I am a huge Ice tea and water drinker. And if I am poolside/waterside, I will also have a cocktail… so, yes.. you could find me with three cups at the pool🥤🍹😂Here are the cups we own and take along⬇️

 

 

 

Sun Hat

You know I am a hat girl✔️, And I have some favorite Summer hats I wear year after year. I like they stay on my head and cover my face from the sun. Lack of color and Gigi pip are my go-to brands for styling and excellent quality hats.

 

 

 

The Towel

I am a little picky about my beach/ pool towels. I have always liked having them all match to keep track of them. Also, I  Like them oversized and very fluffy. I love the Pottery Barn towels and the classic black and white stripe. 

 

The Suntan lotion

Suntan lotion and browning lotion, I love the Tula suntan lotion for my face, Sun bum for my body, and browning lotion for my legs to help get a golden brown tan. 

 

 

SunGlasses

Great sunglasses are a must for poolside or beach days, and I love to have a pair of sunglasses that can also serve as readers. Peepers created just that. Two in one. Below are the pairs I have and use. 

 

 

 

Books and Tunes

Who doesn’t love a good Summer read and some tunes? I sure do, and below are a few of my past books I’ve loved reading poolside, along with how we listen to some tunes. We love the JBL speaker. It’s waterproof, Bluetooth, and lightweight, which gives off a great sound. Apple eye buds are great if needing to be personal versus music for a group.

 

 

Extra’s 

Below is a few other bag essentials, I always have In my bag, a face mist by Tula, the Tula I balm, A couple of Coola Suncare products. and my favorite Havana flip-flops. 

 

 

More Beach Bags

 

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “What’s in my Beach Bag  I would love for you to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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11 Free Date Ideas

May 18, 2022

11 Free Date Ideas

11 Free Date Ideas

Hello Pretty Ladies,

I thought it would be fun to share some fun free date night ideas with you that my hubby and I love to do with each other, along with a couple of reasons why it’s important to date your spouse.

 

The importance of Taking Time to Date your spouse:

Taking the time to date your spouse is essential to stay connected,  share your thoughts, and catch up on your week. Life gets busy with family duties, work, and life. It’s really easy to disconnect and eventually grow apart.

Why You Should Date your Spouse:

Ben and I make a point to have a weekly date night. Time for just him and I, no kids, no work, no duties. It’s our time that we can enjoy each other and talk about what is going on in our lives. Spending time together keeps us emotionally connected, which helps with staying physically connected.  

Here are a few great articles on the importance of Dating your Spouse: 

Importance of Friendship and Fun| 10 Reasons to date your Spouse| 5 Reasons it’s important to date your spouse

11 Free Date Ideas:

1. Bike ride– Taking a bike ride around the block is fine, but Searching out a fun bike path you maybe haven’t done makes it more special. Pack some snacks and stop for a little break to chat and Catch up.

2. Walk– I love a good walk. Research a fun walking path, pack a light meal and incorporate a picnic.

3. Picnic– Pack a picnic and head to the Park or scenic area, take in the view, and have a meal.

4. Pool or spa –  if you have one or have a community pool-make a charcuterie board and cocktails and enjoy some time together poolside. 

5. Go for a drive– One of my husband’s favorite things is to take a Sunday drive.  Depending on the time of the year, we’ll hop in the convertible, play some tunes and check out some new scenery. 

6. Cook -a new recipe together 

7. Coffee and chat– make coffees (tea), sit on the porch or deck, and catch up.

8. Home Spa day– hubbies can have home facials too. Pull out your Beauty products and give each other facials.

9. Hike– pack a picnic and go for a hike. It’s easy to find ones in your area. Google is your friend. In Utah, we like these four, depending on the level we’re feeling that day. 1. Water Fall canyon 2. Skyline trail 3. Ogden River Parkway trail 4. Wind Cave Trail

10. Concert– You say concerts aren’t free? Yes, a lot of areas have free concerts. It just takes a little google search. Live in Utah?  Snowbasin has Blue, Brews & BBQ, and Music in the mountains at Powder Mnt. , Silly Sundays Park City, and Canyons village Summer concerts, 

11. Movie night– pop some popcorn, grab a drink get comfy, and watch a movie you’ll enjoy. 

 

Think of where you live. Are you close to the beach, a lake, wildflower fields, scenic roads, and rivers? All of these beautiful surroundings make for a great free date spot.

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “11 Free Date Ideas”  I would love to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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14 Essentials for Spring Wardrobe Capsule

May 13, 2022

14 Essentials for Spring Wardrobe Capsule

14 Essentials for Spring Wardrobe Capsule

 

Hello Pretty ladies, 

Choosing the correct wardrobe basics for building a capsule or Spring wardrobe can be tricky for some people. So I thought I would help take the stress away and share my easy 14 essentials for building a Spring wardrobe capsule. These 14 pieces will help you create a beautiful and timeless Spring and Summer wardrobe. A bounce is these pieces make for a perfect and easy packing list for traveling light. 

 

14 Essentials for Spring Wardrobe Capsule

14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE
Spanx Short
14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE
Free people shorts

1. Good pair of mom shorts =I love these Free People|denim shorts. You can style so many ways. And these Spanx Shorts|and these Spanx shorts. If you were only to own two pairs of shorts, it would be these two pairs.

 

 

2. Teeshirt Dress= is the perfect comfy Spring essential that you can wear anywhere, travels well, and can be styled in so many ways. I Love these HERE| HERE | HERE

 

 

 

3. Cardigans= from spring days to Summer nights, a lightweight cardigan is a Spring Essential you need to take the chill off and add a cute layer to your outfit. I love these |HERE| HERE| HERE

 

 

 

 

14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE

4. Blazers= Chic Up every outfit with a blazer, whether you pair it with shorts, jeans, or wide-leg cropped pants or layer over a dress. You seriously need a blazer. Here are a few of my favorites HERE| HERE | HERE| HERE 

 

 

 

 

5. Linen pants = The perfect Summer pant would have to be linen pants. They say coastal, with a beachy feel. Styled with a tee/tank and denim jacket can take you from shopping to brunch. Effortless and chic for Spring. My favorite pairs are HERE|HERE

 

 

6. Bodysuit= Makes for a perfect layered look and no bulk. I love these bodysuits with built-in bras.

 

 

 

7. Favorite tee =I love this white one and these Graphic Tees

 

 

 

14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE
14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE

8. Button up chambray or White Gauze | Linen| Stripe = Perfect to wear over a dress, paired with shorts or linen pants. Worn open with bodysuit under or worn buttoned up 1/2 tucked in. You really can go wrong with a good button-up. 

 

 

9. Maxi dress= I love this Soma| Maxi with Built-in Bra or This Evereve dress| Dress them up or wear casual to the beach.

 

 

 

10. Wide-leg Cropped pant= These Spanx Wide-leg cropped pants are chic and easy to wear and style. A more affordable pair are these Risen Wide-leg cropped denim. I love that you can style these with ease, from a tee shirt and cardigan to a button-up and denim jacket.

 

 

11. A great Summer bag= Every Spring outfit needs a significant bag to polish the look off. “They say the accessories make the outfit,” and it’s true. Accessories can make a plain outfit into a wow outfit. Think of it as a statement piece. My spring bag My Picks are HERE|HERE| HERE|HERE

 

 

 

 

14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE

12. Denim jacket= A denim jacket is a wardrobe staple. A denim jacket is a piece you will wear year-round and is the layering piece that can completely change an outfit from blah to chic. Here are my go-to Denim jackets. HERE|HERE|HERE

 

 

 

 13. Nude Sandal= A nude shoe is always a great choice. It’s a shoe that elongates the leg and goes with everything. Here are my top 4 Nude sandals to complete your Spring & Summer outfits. HERE|HERE|HERE|HERE 

 

 

14. Hoop Earrings = A hoop earring looks great on everyone, looks great with multiple hairstyles, and finishes off an outfit. A classic earring style and my favorite. Here are my five go-to Hoop earrings that I wear weekly. HERE| HERE| HERE|HERE|HERE

 

 

 

The Chit Chat Chic girls joined me in Sharing a blog post on Spring Fashion Essentials. See what Cammi, Lisa, Michelle, and Cindy Shared. You’ll want to pop over to their blogs, links below:

Cindy= LuLuloves7

Lisa’s= Coast2coast

Michelle= Poised Petite 

Cammi=Cammie’s Happy Place

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “14 Essentials for Spring Wardrobe Capsule”  I would love to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

May 9, 2022

Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

 

Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

Hello pretty ladies, 

Hoping you had a beautiful Mother’s day. I took the day off social media. No Mother’s day tribute to my mom or about being a mom. I love taking the time to do a good tribute and read all of the tributes being posted. But, yesterday, I just wanted to keep my phone put away. I know you, sweet ladies understand that. 

I shared these great shorts by Spanx on Saturday over on my Instagram. “Styled two ways.” I realized that would make for a great quick styling blog post. On the go, 6-inch inseam Spanx shorts fit amazing, are a perfect length for moms and midlifers (if you like your legs), are a flattering fit, and are easy to style from casual to date night. 

Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways
Casual Style
Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways
Great for Travel

Casual Chic Styling

The casual Chic styling above is perfect for a Chic Casual look
That you can wear almost anywhere… From shopping with the girls, traveling, and brunch, These will definitely be part of my weekly Summer staple ✔️  I love a good stripe shirt and denim jacket look. This has a Parisian feel, with that bit of pop of leopard on the messenger bag strap, adding just a touch of extra print detail. 

 

Shop the Look below:

 

 

 

Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

Spanx isn’t just Shapewear.

Spanx doesn’t just design shapewear anymore. They have a full line of very figure-flattering clothing, from sportswear to dresses. I have been sharing their pieces every season for a while with you as I am a Spanx Partner, which gives me a slight advantage at sharing the Brand New releases just a little bit earlier. 

Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways
Spanx Short
Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways
Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

Dressed up short, Styling.

Spanx shorts dressed up, this classic black short, is so easy to dress up for a date night, Summer bridal shower, or even a business lunch meeting, depending on how you style them. I wore a fancier top (lace over black bodice top shown here) paired with pearl accessories and a dressier summer sandal. But you could easily wear them with a blazer and heels with a dressy button-up or blouse. The possibilities are truly endless.

Shop the Dressier look below:

 

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post.   “Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways”  I hope I inspired you to try Spanx shorts and play with Styling them. I would love for you to leave a comment below. You can also find me on: Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

 

 

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April’s Best Selling Items

May 4, 2022

April’s Best Selling Items

April's Best Selling Items

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Can you believe we have entered into May already? I swear the months keep going by faster and faster. I know you love a good “best sellers” round-up. So here are the items I loved and shared that “my following” loved and purchased as well. April’s Best Selling Items, 12 of them, actually. 

 

April's Best Selling Items

12 April Best Sellers you’ll love

  1. Crossbody Bag $25| Perfect for travel, running errands, or shopping. It comes in 4 colors. I love the white.
  2. Peepers readers $23| Love the blush and tortoise combo can be blue light and any strength. 
  3. T3 Airbrush due $179| update your blowout with this brush and blowdryer duo works so well. It looks like a salon do.
  4. Anthropologie floral pitcher $58| Perfect for Summer lemonade or a flower bouquet
  5. Bodysuit $46| Amazing bodysuit with built-in bra, comes in several colors and styles
  6. Free People shorts $68| The perfect mom shorts for summer. Not too short or long you’ll wear all Summer long
  7. Tarte Tape $30| Concealer is ultra-creamy and it completely lives up to the hype. 
  8. No show socks $13| Best selling no-slip socks 6pairs 
  9. Pillow Talk Highlighter $29| This product also lives up to the Hype. It’s so pretty on and the perfect finishing touch to your look.
  10. Puff sleeve blazer $72| Pretty shade of taupe with a blush undertone. You’ll wear this all Summer long.
  11. Straw bag $23| Cutest bag for the beach or Summer comes in 4 colors. 
  12. New Balance Tennis shoes $89-99| Best seller month after month, comes in several colorways. sells out fast but gets restocked fast. (I own four colorways) So good and if in between sizes size down.

     

     

     

    shop the 12 Items below:

                                                                                                                                                       

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7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch!

May 2, 2022

7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch!

7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch!

Hello Pretty ladies,

Today, I am headed back to Good Things Utah on ABC to share 7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch! With Mother’s Day this Sunday, the show wanted to showcase Mother’s Day looks for brunch. In addition, may is national skin cancer awareness month, with May 2nd  (Today) being National Melanoma awareness day. So I thought, why not showcase an Spf50 protection resort wear line that could take you from the pool to brunch by just changing the accessories.

Cabana Life resort wear for the whole family

Have you heard of Cabana Life resort wear? It’s a Florida brand specializing in spf50 resort wear for the whole family. With new collections launching monthly, from swimsuits and swim shirts to rompers and dresses. Your next vacation can be stylish and protected. 

 

 Cabana Life Looks can take you From The Pool To Brunch!

I created 7 Looks From Cabana Life that can take you From The Pool To Brunch! by changing out your accessories. I know you will love these fun, effortless outfits. Perfect for your next vacation or even this weekend for Mother’s Day. From Cammie’s happy Place, my dear friend Cammi joined me as a model today! See our fun photos below: 

7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch!

 

Sag Habor Jumpsuit
Cammi
Sag Habor Jumpsuit

Are you packing for a trip?

Packing for a vacation can be overwhelming; Cabana resort wear can help ease the task, as you can get multiple uses out of the pieces. Plus, the fabric is terrific and travels so well. Do not wrinkle.

7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch!
Cabana Collection
7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch!
Sun Shine Shore Dress
7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch!
Sag Harbor Palazzo Jumpsuit

SUNSHINE SHORES OFF THE SHOULDER DRESS | Sag Harbor Palazzo Jumpsuit|

Shop the Looks Below:

 

Melanoma Monday,

“Today, Melanoma Monday, and every day sun protection is an important part of my daily routine! Founded by a skin cancer survivor, Cabana Life is a women-owned business on a mission to prevent skin cancer with sun-safe solutions. This is important to me, As I have had Skin Cancer issues. To kickoff Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Cabana Life is giving $20 off full-priced orders of $100+ with code SHINE20.” – through May 4th

 

7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch!
Charleston Sleeveless Shift Dress
7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch!
Navy/White Trim Terry Tunic
7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch!
Tulum Embroidered Tassel Cover Up

Charleston Sleeveless Shift Dress| Navy/White Trim Terry Tunic |Tulum Embroidered Tassel Cover Up

Shop Cabana Life and SAVE 20% with code DARCY20

Shop the Looks Below:

 

 

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Printfresh Pj’s and My Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

May 1, 2022

Printfresh Pj’s and My Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

Printfresh Pj's and My Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

Hello Pretty ladies, 

“In the Kitchen with D’Arcy “ Strawberry edition🍓🌿🍰  pj’s & Strawberry Shortcake Sunday. There is nothing better than @printfresh pj’s, but Printfresh Pj’s and Strawberry shortcake 🍓🌿🍰  With Mother’s day one week away, I wanted to share a couple of things I think your mom would love. I sure know they’re a few of my favorite things. So Printfresh Pj’s and My Strawberry Shortcake Recipe is what I am sharing for today’s “In. the Kitchen with D’Arcy.”

How cute is this darling NEW strawberry pattern by PrintFresh? Cotton Pj’s get softer with every wash🌿 If you’ve been following me a while, you know I am a big fan of Printfresh pj’s and matching robes. See a couple of my older posts HERE.  

Use 🍓Code DARCYVANDENBERG15 for 15% off sitewide Printfresh

Your Mom would love @printfresh PJs or robe and Strawberry shortcake for dessert 🍓🌿🍰 this Mother’s Day.

Printfresh Pj's and My Strawberry Shortcake RecipeShop Printfresh below:

 

My mom made this Strawberry shortcake every Easter (and during Strawberry season growing up). It was always a favorite🍓🌿🍰  Now, I do the same for my family. I think your family will love this easy strawberry shortcake recipe as much as our family does. Easy recipe below:

Printfresh Pj's and My Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

 

Printfresh Pj's and My Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

Strawberry Shortcake Recipe:

You’ll love this easy Strawberry Shortcake recipe, and so will your family. It’s so easy and oh so good. 

You’ll need:

-2 packs of strawberries (cut up into small slices)

-1 small basket of strawberries washed and the tops removed (for garnish). I like a sprig of mint too.

-1 cup of sugar

-pound cake, angel food cake, or fruit snack cake cups (we like the cake cups or Pound cakes.)

In a large bowl, add cut-up strawberries and sugar, let sit to get juicy, then with a masher, smash up strawberries into a mixture of chunky strawberries & juice. 

Homemade whipping cream:

-Heavy whipping cream (Cold) (depends on how many I am serving to what size pint, quart) 

-Powdered sugar 

Whip heavy cream with a mixer until stiff peaks, and slowly add powdered sugar until the sweetness you like. ( we like a little sweet, not too sweet) 

Assemble Strawberry Shortcake:

Take a cake, layer the strawberry juice and a dollop of Whip cream and then layer a cake and repeat strawberries and top with whip cream and garnish with a couple of large berries and mint. Enjoy.

 

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “Printfresh Pj’s and My Strawberry Shortcake Recipe”  I would love for you to leave a comment below. You can also find me on: Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook. Have a beautiful Sunday, pretty ladies🌸🍓

 

 

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3 Neutral Fashion Looks This Spring From Anthropologie

April 27, 2022

3 Neutral Fashion Looks This Spring From Anthropologie

3 Neutral Fashion Looks This Spring From Anthropologie

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

I am sharing my love for Anthropologie, Neutrals, and my Good friend Shauna from Chic over 50 today on the blog. Shauna and I both love Anthro, yet we couldn’t be so different, she loves a lot of colors, and I love neutrals, she petite and I am tall.  We thought it would be fun to take two pieces, a chambray top and a pair of Mother’s jeans, and style them two ways… Her way and My way and on two different body types. (for size reference, Shauna is 5’1.5″. Size 0-2, I am 5’9.5″ and 6/8)

3 Neutral Fashion Looks This Spring From Anthropologie

Sharing the pieces on two different body types gives you a better vision of what it could look like on you. Both pieces look great in different heights and sizes. Plus, it gives you the style inspiration in 2 ways. So fun, right?

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Shauna shares her love of color with three great Anthropologie looks over on her blog Chic over 50. You’ll need to head over there and check out what and how she styled them.

 

 I, however, am showing you my love of neutrals with 3 Neutral Fashion Looks This Spring From Anthropologie 2 More looks below. Wide leg Cargo’s, a Beautiful button-up top with ruffled detail, endless style possibilities. Crochet cover-up styled over pants for detail and texture, or wear over a swimsuit for a fun beach look. 

Have you ever had a bad shopping day where nothing works? Do you have those shopping days where you love everything? I had a day where I loved every single piece!

Shop my Try-on Haul below:

 

 

3 Neutral Fashion Looks This Spring From Anthropologie

Ruffle Button up| Cargo wide-leg pants | Boho Earrings

 

3 Neutral Fashion Looks This Spring From Anthropologie

Crochet Cover| Cargo| Tank

3 Neutral Fashion Looks This Spring From Anthropologie
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3 Neutral Fashion Looks This Spring From Anthropologie
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Travel Bag| Boho Earrings| Perfect Summer Bag

 

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Make sure to go check out Shauna’s Blog Chic. Over 50 

 

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7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready

April 25, 2022

7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready

7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready

Hello Pretty Ladies, I have shared with you that we are getting ready to list our home and researching ways to make the processes easier and faster. Here are “7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready” Put on your seatbelts – we are going on a crazy ride! Selling your home right now is a great idea financially, but it can also be very overwhelming to do. You might be wondering, “where do I even start?” I’m here to help! Here are a few ways to get your home sell-ready:

7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready

Fix any issues

First up: fix any issues before you consider listing them. You could tackle this two ways: only fix the issues that are very apparent (like holes in the walls) so that prospective buyers are more attracted to the home and make a better offer. Or fix as many issues (seen and unseen) that you know of to have a better inspection report come back. I prefer only to tackle sight seen issues because once you get the inspection report back, they will make repair requests…and even if you fix a lot beforehand, you WILL have things that pop up on your inspection, so you might as well fix only what you have to unless there is an actual serious issue that could deter buyers.

 

Meet with your agent and figure out a price

Once you prepare your home, your next step is to meet up with your agent (if you are using one!) to figure out a price. Right now, prices are wild, and it can be tough to know what price you should list your home at, so I recommend trusting a real estate agent that knows what they are doing. Of course, you want the most bang for your buck, and pricing it yourself could land you a bad deal. However, at the end of the day, any deal that YOU think works for you is a good deal.

7 Ways To Get Your Home Sell-Ready

Get everything deep cleaned.

Right before your listing goes on the market, you will want to declutter, de-personalize, and get your home deep cleaned so that it shines and looks its best! Of course, if you don’t have the time for this or want it in tip-top shape, you could always hire this out. Professional cleaners have the potential to do WONDERS when it comes to making your home look (and smell) great! This is definitely a must before letting people into your home when they are making a potentially life-changing offer.

 

Post your home on Facebook

When everything is live, go ahead and post your listing on Facebook. You could even post before your home goes live to gain traction and potentially get an off-market deal. However, doing this runs the risk of you getting less money overall because when it is on the market right now, you will (without fail!) have a bidding war, which will up the total price you get for the sale of your home. Nevertheless, posting on Facebook is always a great thing to quickly get people in the door!

 

Negotiate once you have a potential buyer

Once you have found a buyer, it’s time for negotiations! Everything can be negotiated, so don’t leave anything on the table. At the end of the day, it’s a seller’s market, and you have the option to get back-up offers, just in case something falls through. During negotiations, be kind, but make sure you are not bending to make an unreasonable request. This is the hardest part. You’ve got this!

 

Find a new home

Once you get through the hardest part, it’s not time for the fun! Finding a home of your own! Make your list of what you need and what you want, then set up an official home search. To make a competitive offer in this market, talk with your agent. With a lot of homes, they are moving quickly, and they are only willing to accept the best offer with a clean contract. Keep that in mind when house hunting, but make sure you don’t settle for something less than great!

 

Move!

Last but not least, the final step in this entire process is moving! This can be overwhelming and stressful, and nobody LOVES to do it themselves. To take care of that, hire it out instead. There are great companies out there that can help you with the moving process – like Movin’. They are residential movers and office movers in Salt Lake City, and they go above and beyond to ensure that all of their clients are 100% satisfied. After all, word-of-mouth reviews are their best reference! They say, “Moving is never fun. From the packing to the heavy lifting, it’s a big project that’s tough to handle on your own. So when you need to enlist the help of local movers headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT, Provo-Orem, UT Metropolitan Statistical Area, and surrounding areas, you’ll want to find an experienced and well-equipped company to handle your move. When searching for moving companies near you, look no further than Movin’.”

 

Here are a few things, I have found that help your home smell good, I use them for cleaning and Items I organized to have cupboards and closets looking clean and tidy!

Shop below:

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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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Summer Time favorite Moment’s… A little Saturday S Summer Time favorite Moment’s…
A little Saturday Series, I am doing to finish out Summer…
we officially have 4 more weeks left of Summer☀️🪴🪏🌻

I thought it would be Fun to share some moments that make my “favorites”

Come Back Next Saturday to see what made my list….

Today’s “summer Moment’s”.. is hitting the  Local Farmers Market weekly…Supporting Small and Local…
@mcfarlandfamilyfarms 

Pick up Fresh flowers, In season fruits and Veggies that I am not growing in our Yard, Grab a few made from scratch items, like breads, jams & Honey. Pick up  dairy products and have a bit from the Taco truck…

Look up the nearest local Farmers market to you… make an outfit out of it…
Trust me it will be a “Favorite Summer” moment for you too… that you’ll make it a weekly moment like we do🌻🪏🪴☀️

Tell me, what’s something you do in the summer to make “moment’s”?

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I love my @alicelanehome Fabric Tote… it’s perfect & sturdy  for all your shopping 👨🏼‍🌾
Garden Morning Walk- 🌱🌸🪻🌻Friday Flower series J Garden Morning Walk- 
🌱🌸🪻🌻Friday Flower series 

Join me as I share a few seeding tips on Hollyhocks and the difference between Heirloom seeds and other seeds.

Stay tell the end ..about why my Hollyhocks are special , 
plus the variety 
I have From Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello Home 

🌸🪻🌱🌼 Want some of my Hollyhock seeds? I will send you a variety pack to the First 10 people who DM me their address. And❤️ Like this post and comment “Seeds”
6 Quotes 🖤that get you thinking… 4 is one of my f 6 Quotes 🖤that get you thinking…

4 is one of my favorites✔️ 5 is something we should all strive for…

How timeless is this cute linen dress?
Perfect summer to fall transition piece- style with a blazer and boots for fall or a cute suede jacket✔️

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Linen dress| timeless style| over 50 Style| transition summer to fall
Style over 50 —The Gingham Edit—- 5 outfits to w Style over 50

—The Gingham Edit—-

5 outfits to wear NOW and transition into FALL from 
2 Pant sets, 1short sets, a skirt set and a dress✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️

Perfect for watching a Sports event, headed to the farmers Market, lunch with the girls or grabbing a coffee..
#these Gingham outfits a put together chic and styled perfectly for over 50✔️

Which one’s your favorite?

I’ll go first… all of them got a ton of compliments 😉

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Gingham outfits| style over 50| affordable fashion| utah influencer
Trust me.. you’ll want this ✔️ Affordable Linen j Trust me.. you’ll want this ✔️

Affordable Linen jumpsuit 
A free people inspired by piece with the cutest tie back

Fits tts and has pockets

Wearing a strapless built in bra top in brown  tts 

Brown  slide Sandals  with  buckle another affordable find 

Gold Budha girl bangle bracelets, water proof and so light weight 

Gold hoops 

Cashmere sweater over shoulder by quince

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🍁 🍂 Cozy Season is fast approaching Kids are star 🍁 🍂 Cozy Season is fast approaching 
Kids are starting school and Apples are starting to be harvested🍂🍎

Do you like to do a little home refresh?
I do… A cozy candle, add in a few warmer colors, a Throw and a accent  pillow or two🍂🍁

Maybe a new coffee table book, a little accent piece or two….

I headed into Homegoods and found a few  Cozy things to refresh your space giving all the Ralph Lauren vibes.

Homegoods | Ralph Lauren| | Nancy Meyers| Country grandma | English country| traditional home | Horse theme| plaid| Horsebit| utah influencer| over50 style
Styling Gingham over 50 Chic and Classic ✔️ Girl Styling Gingham over 50 
Chic and Classic ✔️

Girls Night Out-but IN Outfit ✔️
 

 Ponte front pleat kick flare -pull on front tummy panel pant. 

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In link

 -semi cropped back zip sweatshirt 

Both pants and sweatpants in color poppy

No iron Navy and white gingham button up 3/4 sleeve  a favorite 

Nude ankle strap kitten heal 
Tts and so affordable 

Julie voz jewelry

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Gingham over 50| Style over 50|. Outfit indpo| summer to fall | wardrobe builders
Pottery Barn? Or Walmart? The prices say Walmart Pottery Barn? Or Walmart?

The prices say Walmart but the quality says Potterybarn🍂🍁

Just in time for a little refresh and add a little something New to your Fall collections? 

I’ve found some fun things you’re going to love at really affordable prices..

🍁Add 🍂
-The scents of fall 
-a little warmth and coziness 
-Perfect pieces to serve & entertain with
- pumpkins your use now until Thanksgiving

Grab NOW.. these pieces will sell out⬇️

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—3 WAYS TO STYLE— The best tip any stylist could —3 WAYS TO STYLE—

The best tip any stylist could give you…
Is when your shopping and something catches your eye, make sure you can style it or wear it 3 ways.

This helps you get more use out of your closet, which also helps you  to create different outfit with items you already own.

How cute is this babydoll eyelet lace dress, with v neck and slightly puffed sleeve. An affordable find that can be styled so many ways. 

I created 3 easy to style with this great summer to fall transition dress. 

1. Coastal- shell necklace, raffia sandals with a straw bag
2. A little western with red cowboy boots, a scarf, Horsebit necklace, and a cowboy hat 
3. Work wear- styled with a blazer,cane and leather kitten heals and a cane clutch with tortoiseshell chain handle 

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Happy Sunday Pretty Ladies❤️ Today’s “ In the Kit Happy Sunday Pretty Ladies❤️

Today’s “ In the Kitchen with D’Arcy” Sunday recipe is a long time Family favorite.

🍏🍎Apple Cinnamon Cake Muffin Recipe:

Perfect for those who love Apples but also love a good coffee cake.
I know your family will love them as much as mine does.

Perfect recipe when you have an abundance of Fall Apples 🍏 🍂🍎

Comment “ Recipe” and I’ll send the full recipe over to you. 🍎🍏

Ephesians 3:20
“Lord, I release every limit I’ve placed on what You can do.
Expand my vision, increase my faith, and do immeasurably more through my life than I could ever accomplish on my oren.”

Made from scratch | Family recipe| Apple recipe| Morning muffins or afternoon snack
Look chic and put together in the morning…☕️ or re Look chic and put together in the morning…☕️ or relaxing in the evening with a glass of wine 🍷 

❤️Satin pjs you’ll want to live in or take on your next vacation!

-Red satin cami 
-Red lobster 🦞 and beach printed satin pants and match robe

All sold separately and fit tts. I am in a small/medium robe and Small pant and top

🛍️On sale too ✔️

What I wore on our family Bear lake trip.. look at that lake view ☕️☕️☕️ perfect summer view

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Melanoma Facial Cancer Journey Part 9 6 Clean Bea Melanoma Facial Cancer Journey
Part 9

6 Clean Beauty products I used up and loved so much I reordered.
 
Being diagnosed with Melanoma Facial cancer in December, has been quite the journey, to say the least! Leaving me with a facial scar from my eye to my jaw, and really left me wanting to learn more about Melanoma, what causes this deadly cancer and ways to heal, protect myself, and hopefully help others.

1 part of this journey was to clean up my beauty products, as our skin is our biggest living organ and woman put deadly unhealthy products on it and in it every single day.

6 Clean Vegan and organic Beauty products I loved & reordered: 

-100% Grass Fed whipped Tallow cream
Super hydrating and great moisturizer 
- The Standard Hair oil is a must for healthy hair
-SPF 30 Tinted moisturizer 
—Best seller Perfume that gets you compliments 
- sunless tan anti aging serum
-Super Serum hydrating and leaves your skin feeling silky.

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Want to know more about my journey… the How, Why, The process and what I’ve changed… I have 8 other detailed post up in my feed, and a highlight tab …Sharing my supplements , my daily clean green drink, my beauty and make up routine, our house hold cleaning products, What really is causing melanoma (and it’s NOT the sun) what we use- how I completely cleaned up our families diet (even though we eat really organic and healthy and removed All plastics from our home. Along with the complete Melanoma journey from diagnosis- surgery-detailed steps and healing..

My 4th Laser surgery needed for the healing processes is coming up soon.

Melanoma cancer| beauty| Skin cancer | over 50 | utah content creator
🪻🍃🌸Friday Flowers… Perfectly Dried Hydrangea’s ev 🪻🍃🌸Friday Flowers…

Perfectly Dried Hydrangea’s every time.

My tips on how to dry your Hydrangeas to use for future flower arrangements and perfect for upcoming Fall decorations 🍂

With summer coming to an end it’s getting to be the perfect time to harvest your hydrangea plants 🪴 

I have dried hydrangeas over two years old that look perfect ✔️

Do you have Hydrangeas in your garden?

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Today’s “ In the Kitchen with D’Arcy” 🍋Is perfect Today’s “ In the Kitchen with D’Arcy”

🍋Is perfect for those lemon lovers🍋

My Easy Meyer🍋 Lemon pound cake
Moist, delicious and pretty too. garnished with lemon slices and lavender It’s perfect with your Saturday morning coffee or served for dessert on Sunday dinner.🍽️ 

Comment “ Blog” and I’ll send the recipe to you!

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My denim dress is a best seller for me💛 Comment shop and I’ll send you the link
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🍋lemon pound cake| lemon lovers | recipes| Meyer lemon pound cake | 
From my kitchen| homemade
Who’s crushing on Butter yellow? It’s great paire Who’s crushing on Butter yellow?

It’s great paired with white and denim but come Fall it looks beautiful with shades  of grey, dark denim, and pretty paired with burgundy too for a fun twist.

This chunky knot cardigan is so good I own it in 5 colors 💛💛💛

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Style over 50 | color combo | sunshine and a change of flowers
Love a good “wear NOW and later.. You know it’s Love a good “wear NOW and later.. 

You know it’s an add to cart!  When you can wear a piece multiple ways or style it for several seasons✔️

This is a dress you can do just that with✔️

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Wear now & later | over 50 style/ grwm| utah content creator | dresses you’ll love
The DEAL I seriously couldn’t believe…. Looks like The DEAL I seriously couldn’t believe….
Looks like pottery Barn you won’t believe is Walmart …

Normally $59 NOW $20

If it was PotteryBarn it would be $159

Large pedestal vinyl wicker baskets with plastic lining for plants .. outside or inside 

💡But think of all the other things you could use these for..
-Rolled towels in bathroom or by spa/pool
-pool toys
-Outdoor sports equipment 
- inside blankets, toys, cut storage 
-🎁great gift idea- bridal shower/ new home/ birthday Add a tree or shrub 

Seriously so good I purchased several .. two for my front porch refresh two for my back yard to put ferns in and a couple for gifts etc

💄 the lipstick bslm you’ll love
WA - color

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15 Outfit I Wore ——JULY—— A little outfit recap o 15 Outfit I Wore
——JULY——

A little outfit recap of a few of my favorite looks from July…

A few piece that would be great Fall transition pieces too.

I can’t wait to share with you the new pieces and Outfits I have in store for you in August… So many great wardrobe builders and a few on trend pieces to mix in with your classic pieces❤️
Along with a few Fall pieces working their way in to my wardrobe🍂🍁

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Have a beautiful Sunday

Midlife style | July fashion| summer style| over 50| utah style| utah content creator|
Facial Melanoma Cancer Journey Part 8 ❤️I’ve fou Facial Melanoma Cancer Journey 
Part 8

❤️I’ve found…when life deals you unexpected hurdles, and things that could potentially knock you down… you’ve gotta, put on those big girl panties and turn it around! 
Stay strong, fall to your knees🙏🏻 And put it in  Gods hands…. Then you can let go and follow the process, and with that comes the strength to look at the good you could do and share, along with finding ways to make everyday special…

⚠️Self-care Saturday-
Mohes facial surgery in January, which left a facial scar from eye to jaw..
Months of healing and 3 facial laser treatments with 3 more to go…

 ✔️Products and tools I’ve been using and would highly recommend to help heal facial scars & take care of skin over 50

🌸A few tips to romanticize everyday life, my daily green drink, which is good for everyday health, but also helps heal you.

The mask I was unexpectedly surprised with… 

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Comment “Drink” for my daily green drink and morning NAD supplement 

I’ve been sharing my journey since December… and have 7 other parts here in my feed, if you want to look back and see the process and journey…
I also gave a highlight bubble with saved info etc.

⚠️Reminder to Make your skin check appointment ❤️

Melanoma Cancer scar | over 50| healing| Romanticizing your daily life|
Keeping it short and sweet… Life’s to short to fi Keeping it short and sweet…

Life’s to short to fill it with the wrong things❤️ 

Be intentional, protect you peace, and fill it with the right people❤️❤️❤️

Have a beautiful weekend Pretty Ladies❤️

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