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By D'Arcy Vandenberg


This Season’s Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

August 20, 2025

Hello Pretty Ladies,

 I’m sharing a few trends of the season, as well as some easy outfit ideas, too. Fall fashion is one of my favorite seasons to shop for, so let’s have some fun!!

This Season’s Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories, a Perfect & affordable way to give your wardrobe a little update. Here are a few of the things I am noticing:) & What I’ve been Fall Trend spotting. Mixing Affordable finds with classic wardrobe staples to refresh your Fall wardrobe. Think Layers, classic Ralph Lauren, Rich fabrics, wool, tweeds, plaid, Cable knit sweaters, mixed with denim, and suede. The English countryside sets the stage for this year’s classic fall, adding in that East Coast Preppy vibe. Take these classic wardrobe basics and mix in this season’s hot colors and accessories. It is a great way to elevate any outfit this Fall.

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

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This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

Ralph Lauren Vibe

Ralph Lauren’s style is characterized by timeless elegance, classic American fashion, and a blend of sophistication and casual comfort.
It often features preppy elements, clean lines, and a neutral color palette, with an emphasis on quality fabrics and versatile pieces that transcend trends. 

 

Key elements of Ralph Lauren style:

    • Timeless classics:
      Ralph Lauren is known for enduring pieces like tailored suits, crisp white button-down shirts, and polo shirts, often in a preppy style. 

       
    • Neutral color palette:
      A signature aspect of the brand is the use of neutral tones like navy, white, tan, and other earthy shades, which are highly versatile and create a sense of understated elegance. 

       
  • Effortless yet polished:
    The style is about achieving a refined look without appearing overly contrived or trend-driven. 

     
  • Mixing patterns and textures:
    Ralph Lauren often incorporates a mix of patterns (like stripes, plaid, or polka dots) and textures (like leather, cashmere, or tweed) in unexpected ways, adding depth and visual interest to the overall look. 

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

Preppy Style

The preppy vibe in my eyes is a classic style, and a vibe some of us always lean towards. Last year, we started seeing rugby stripes, polos, & loafers in a big way, and it will be even stronger this year.

    • Think polo shirts, chinos, loafers, and blazers in classic colors like navy, white, and khaki. 

       
      Country club chic:
      A blend of casual and sophisticated pieces, like a cashmere sweater paired with tailored trousers and a statement belt. 
This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

Loafers

Loraine Bite Loafer| Gucci New Jordaan GG loafer|Bass Penny Loafer|

Mary Janes

Cane-woven Mary Janes | 

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

Scarfs

Scarves have always been one of my favorite things. Tie in your hair, on your bag, around your neck, or over your shoulders. It’s a great way to add color and texture as well as a pop of pattern to an outfit. Here are a few I own and ones similar to ones I own. Brown bandana print| 

Shop Scarves Here

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories
This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories
This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

Western

Western style has been a huge trend this year, and of course, I am loving it. So many different ways to add the trend into your style, from boots to belts to hats. This fringe jacket I just got in is EVERYTHING.

Denim Maxi Skirts, and Denim on denim, also known as (Canadian Tuxedo), this Amazon denim vest is so cute |Cowboy boots, Neck scarves, Turquoise, Fringe details, Cow Print, and a few maxi dresses that would be beautiful worn alone or layered with a jacket or chunky knit cardigan for fall.

Cow Print

COW PRINT Cow print is a HUGE trend for fall + it is one of my favorites to style. You can go crazy with cow print denim, jackets, etc, or keep it simple and add in cow print sneakers, a Belt, or a handbag. It is really up to you! How far do you want to take

Shop Western Below:

 

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories
This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

Sporty

The track pants: Styling beyond sporty, pair with a button-up skirt or layer with a blazer, wear with a kitten heel or loafer…dress them up.

Leopard Pant outfit HERE | Graphic tee track pant outfit HERE

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

Studded

Studded details are also big again this year, showing up on belts, bags, shoes, and jackets. The perfect and affordable way to add a trendy little detail. 

Shop the Graphic Here

Bold Gold

Bold gold metal details on bags and shoes also show up even more this season.

Resin jewelry 

 

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories
Leopard Sweater\Suede| Trending denim
This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories
Green & Chocolate Brown Resin Bracelets
This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories
Green\denim\tapastry

Colors and textures

Shades of white are holding strong, of course. Shades of green, chocolate brown, cognac, and red & wine are still hot again this year. Classic prints like leopard, plaid, and camo we see almost every fall… are of course Print choices as well as rich fabrics like wool, tweed, and cashmere.

Mixing patterns and textures:
Pair a striped top with a tweed jacket or layer a leather jacket over a cashmere sweater.  Shop Leopard Outfit | Green & Chocolate outfit| Green Tapastry outfit| 
This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories
 

CHOCOLATE

CHOCOLATE BROWN Chocolate brown has always been a thing, but this year it seems like it is coming strong! I love how chic chocolate brown is, and you can make the tone into a monochromatic look. Shop the Graphic HERE

LACE

Lace continues to be a big trend, especially for Fall. I love that it adds a feminine touch to your look. The lace maxi is a perfect way to incorporate this

trend.

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

OLIVE GREEN

Olive green is the new IT GIRL color of the season + I’m here for it. Grab a cozy olive green sweater, a cute handbag, or go for an all-over monochromatic look.

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

 

SUEDE

Suede is always a big trend during Fall,

But this year it seems to be even bigger. It is super chic to add to any outfit. Keep it simple with a suede handbag or go all out with a suede jacket + shoes as well. This Suede Jacket is so good! Shop the Best Sellers HERE

If you didn’t grab anything suede last year… you’ll want to grab a suede bag or shoe this year!

Woven Suede Shoulder Tote|

Rich Fabrics, Wool, Plaids, Tweed, and cashmere

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

Amazon fall coastal vibe
Barn Jacket
Trench Coat
Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes
Bomber Jacket
Spring Trends & Basics You’ll Love This Spring
Blazer

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

Fall Layers: The 3rd piece

Cropped trench Coat: Outfit HERE

Blazer: Outfit HERE

Barn Jacket: Outfit HERE

Lightweight Jacket: JACKET A good lightweight jacket is a Fall must-have. I am obsessed with this one. It is so chic + comfortable. Such a great price point, too, and you can dress it up or down. Styled above in the photo.

Bomber Jacket: Outfit HERE

Rain Coat: Outfit HERE

Peacoat: Classic Camel Amazon Find HERE | 

This Season's Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories

Sweaters

Short Sleeve Sweater

The perfect little layer or wear alone, especially if you live where to weather is still warm into October, but you want to dress like it’s Fall. Here are a few of the ones I own and love from Amazon.

COZY SWEATER

Cozy sweaters are a must for Fall. You can pair them with jeans, skirts, or pants. I especially love cable knit sweaters as they have some texture + depth to an outfit.

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Thank you for stopping by

Have a beautiful day, Pretty ladies, and remember your smile is your BEST accessory. Thank you for stopping by and reading “This Season’s Hottest Fall Updates and Trending Accessories.”

Please let me know if you enjoyed this post. If there is something you would like me to cover here on the blog. I am always here to help, and remember I am just a comment or email away. 

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Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

August 17, 2025

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Happy Sunday! Today, I am happy to share with you the outdoor dining space. Which I started creating at the beginning of summer (I shared a sneak peek a couple of times). As I put things together. I am all about romanticizing our daily lives, and what better way than to create spaces in our home that we can enjoy life’s little moments. 

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area
Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area
Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

Dining Alfresco

Our family loves to be outside and enjoy our outdoor living spaces. We recently redid two of our decks, and our deck off our kitchen, looking into our backyard, we reworked it and decided, besides having a sitting and lounging area, we would also like to include a dining for two space. I thought this would have a cute European vibe if I created it by my potted herb garden. This area sits right out our French doors off the kitchen. 

With beautiful views, a private sitting, and steps from the kitchen, it makes it easy and relaxing to have a morning coffee or evening drinks and appetizers. I hope you’ll enjoy a peek into this fun little dining Alfesco space, and maybe be inspired to create one too. Ox, D’Arcy

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area
Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area
Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

—Romanticizing  your daily life—

Creating a European-style alfresco dining area on our deck. Perfect for morning Coffee and reading or Evening Drinks and appetizers. Taking a simple spot on your deck or porch can easily become a pretty entertaining space for two. With a little imagination, a few treasures, and a lot of love, a European dining space can be created. 

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area
Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area
Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area
Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area
Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

 

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

How perfect was the flying Hot Air balloon while I was setting up and filming this morning’s dining experience a month ago or so? We live in a lake/ski area mountain community, and hot air balloons often fly in the early summer mornings. I couldn’t have asked for better timing! 

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area
Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area
Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

Creating A European Style Alfresco Dining Area

To create an Alfresco Dining Space, you’ll need:

-A little corner in your backyard

-A bistro set or a small table and two chairs. I linked A few options here for you: Amazon, Target, Wayfair, Walmart, and West Elm

-Potted herbs (European restaurant outdoor dining areas often have a lot of potted herbs and flowers). Several even use a potted garden to block a street view to make it more quaint and private. 

– A chandelier 

-Potted Lavender, Dried Lavender 

-Pretty floral dishes

-Pretty coffee cups

-Napkins & rings

-Creamer

-Pretty serving pieces

-Layered tableclothes ( I love mixing textures, Linen, cotton, and Burlap)

-A rooster statue or a Pig is a great prop. Natural wood or painted white, or even Iron stone. ( My rooster is wood, and I painted it white, but I am going to sand most of it off to make it look like a French antique.)

– Items with a basket vibe ( I have a vintage French water Jug, and a vintage basket with a candle) 

-Galvanized watering can or cans 

-Wall fountain or ironwork for the wall

 

Sharing my affordable tips and how I created this inviting dining space

How perfect was the flying Hot Air balloon? While I was setting up and filming this morning’s dining experience a month ago or so? I live in a lake/ski area mountain community, and hot air balloons often fly in the early summer mornings. Couldn’t have asked for better timing! 

Easy Tips You Can Follow

-When creating or redoing a space in your home, see what you have that you can repurpose.

-Thrifting can be your friend. Remember, a few months ago, I shared these cute seagrass dining chairs I found at a thrift store. I knew they would be perfect for our outdoor dining space. All I had to do was clean them up.

-Tips when thrifting: Go with an open mind, and check back often. Thrift stores get new items daily, so you never know what you’ll find. 

-Depending on your budget, you can purchase from high-end antique and box stores or budget-friendly thrift stores and favorites like Amazon Home Goods and Tj Maxx. I like to do both. I love Antiques and high-end linens and dishes, but I also like thrifting and hunting at Homegoods and a good Amazon find. Mixing gives you a homier vibe along with a richer feel. 

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

Live life stylishly and look good at any age

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Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches

August 10, 2025

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Happy Sunday, today’s in the kitchen with D’Arcy, it’s an easy Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Chicken Sandwiches, a family favorite recipe. This is a perfect and easy recipe. Great for a hot summer day, no heating up that kitchen.

I hope you have a great Sunday.

Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches

Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches
Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches
Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches

Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches

Easy Slow Cooker Recipe

Shredded Bbq Chicken sandwiches 

Package of @foodandmeat co-op farm fresh chicken breast

  • 1 18 oz jar of your favorite bbq sauce(I like Trader Joe’s organic Kansas City style bbq sauce) Or Stubbs original
  • 1cup water
  • 1 cup of diced white onion 
  • 1/2 cup diced green onion
  • 1 tablespoon of mustard 
  • 1 tablespoon kitchen bouquet
  • 1 teaspoon of pepper flakes 

Place all ingredients in a slow cooker on high heat. Stir every so often. When the chicken starts to break apart, turn to warm and shred it with a chopper, two forks, or a hand mixer. Then, warm buns (we like Brioche buns), add pepper jack cheese if you like, and top with the shredded chicken.

Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches

Serve with my Roasted Garden Veggies RECIPE HERE

Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches

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

Live life stylishly and look good at any age

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Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

July 13, 2025

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

Hello Pretty Lady,

The recipe I make often is a family favorite and has been highly requested by you. I’ve finally had a chance to get it up on the blog, and I hope you and your family love it as much as mine does. You’ll have to let me know in the comments below if you try it.

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

 

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

 

Focaccia Dough recipe:

4 cups flour, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons instant yeast, 2 cups water. Whisk together the flour, salt, and yeast first, then add water and stir together. Add olive oil, then cover the bowl preferably with a lid or a cloth bowl cover. Stick the bowl in the fridge immediately; leave it there to rise for 12 to 18 hours (or for as long as three days). The dough recipe is one I tried from Alexandria  | and it’s seriously so good on its own with rosemary and the Sea Salt. But, I just had to try it with my Caprice Toppings, and man, the combination is so good!

TIP:

I baked the bread the day or so before (double the batch and make a couple), freeze one for later. 

Then I added all the toppings and baked for 15 minutes, or you can serve toppins cold on the baked foccia & drizzled with balsamic glaze, and served

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

Caprice Toppings:

-Organic  Tomatoes 

-Fresh Basil 

-Fresh rosemary

-Chopped garlic cloves 

-Mozzarella ( I like Trader Joe’s cut in 1/2, and I use a little of the oil it’s in to drizzle )

-Sprinkle flaky salt 

-Drizzle with olive oil (I use garlic-infused) 

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

Serve with :

Balsamic vinegar and olive oil

Bruschetta sauce (Trader Joe’s)

Love a little dipping, but it’s tasty all on its own 

Other topping options:

Kamala olives 

Jalapeños 

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

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Amazon Prime Deals 2025: We Have and Use

July 8, 2025

Amazon Prime Deals 2025: We Have and Use

Hello Pretty Lady,

Amazon Prime Deals 2025: We Have and Use Items on sale for Prime Day that we love and use in our home, for beauty, and items we wear and give

Amazon Prime Deals 2025: We Have and Use

Home Picks

BISSELL Little Green Multi-Purpose Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner, Car and Auto Detailer, with Exclusive Specialty Tools, Green, 1400B

Lutron Caseta Original Smart Dimmer Switch Kit, 2 Dimmer Switches, 2 Wall Plates, 2 Pico Remotes, and Smart Hub, Works with Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, 3 Way, 150W, No Neutral

Amazon Fire TV Soundbar (newest model), 2.0 speaker with DTS Virtual X and Dolby Audio, Bluetooth connectivity

National Tree Company Pre-Lit Artificial Full Christmas Tree, Green, Dunhill Fir, White Lights, Includes Stand, 7.5 Feet

GE Profile Opal 2.0 with 0.75 Gallon Tank, Chewable Crunchable Countertop Nugget Ice Maker, Scoop included, 38 lbs in 24 hours, Pellet Ice Machine with WiFi & Smart Connected, Stainless Steel

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MRS. MEYER’S CLEAN DAY All-Purpose Cleaner Spray, 16oz, 3-pack

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Set of 4 Glass Coffee Mugs, 14 Oz Clear Glass Cups with Golden Spoons, Vintage Embossed Coffee Cups Set for Latte, Espresso, Cappuccino, Cereal, Yogurt, Tea, and Hot Beverages. Set of four Now $16.14

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Home Decor Picks

Flower Love: Coffee Table Book Lush Floral Arrangements for the Heart and Home 

Boxwood Wreaths Front Door Artificial Spring Wreath. Wreaths for Front Door Farmhouse Wedding Green Year Round Indoor Outdoor for Summer Wreath 

Eucalyptus Wreath for Front Door, Porch, Window – Green Decor for Home, Farmhouse – Spring, Summer, Fall, All Seasons BEST SELLER 20-inch

Home Casual Monogram Hand Towel Set, M, 16×26, White 2 Count

Dobby Stripe Woven Table Runner, 13×108 Fringe Included, French Blue. A classic staple for any kind of entertaining, our cotton table runner will add a rich, textured, and finished look. It is for use on dining, foyer, or coffee tables to brighten up any space. $13

Lenox 896076 Butterfly Meadow Pink Tall Glasses, Set of 4 $22

M&SENSE Large Soy Candle Linen Breeze Scented 35oz 150H Burn Time Long Lasting, 3-Wick Natural Aromatherapy Candle, No Toxic Candle Home Fragrance Housewarming Gifts on Sale $25 Several scents available  I love the fresh Linen

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M&SENSE Citronella Candles Outdoor, Coconut Beach Scented Candles 3 Wick Soy Candle, Summer Candle for Home Scented, Over 40 Hour Burning Time, Relaxing Aromatherapy Candle Gift for Women and Men $13.58. A few other scents I love for other times of the year. Citrus Peel| Ocean Waters |

Bloomingville 8″H Glass Vase with Decorative Cane Sleeve

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Amazon Clothing Haul

Clothing Items I have or that I have just recently purchased on Sale for 20 to 40% off. You’ll love the quality and the prices. Several of these pieces have gone viral or are inspired by pieces from brands like Free People, Anthropologie, Collette, and more. 

Chunky cardigan Sweater with large buttons, in several colors $31

Linen Pants for Women, Cotton Baggy Boho Casual Palazzo Pants, Wide Leg Long Lounge Trousers with Pockets $26

Women’s Floral Wrap Midi Skirt Summer Adjustable Tie Side Casual High Waist A Line Beach Boho Long Flared Skirts 20% off $23

Women’s Swimwear Cover-Up Skirt 67×45 Summer Beach Long Sarong Swimsuit Floral Pareo Bikini Wrap Skirt Bathing Suit 20% off now $20 

Gibsonlook Blazer- Women’s Business Casual Blazer, Notch Collar Office Jacket, Stretchy Knit Work Blazer with Lining $79 normally $99

Women’s Double Breasted Blazer, Casual Work Wear, Fitted Blazer Jacket, Open Front Long Sleeve Suit Jacket $69 normally $99

Gibsonlook Long Sleeve Decked Out Day Dress for Women Frilly Ruffle Accents & Tiered Skirt Sizes Vary sale $49

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Wide Leg Sweatpants, High Waist Baggy Acid Wash Pants, Drawstring Athletic Palazzo Pants with Pockets

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Women’s Plaid Flare Pants Summer Casual Gingham Elastic Waist Ruffle Cropped Hem Y2K Loose Fit Trousers with Pockets, these are inspired by Anthro 

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Beauty Products Prime Day 30% off

Dime Beauty Perfume Dans Les Bois, 7 Summer,  Malibu Nights,  1.7 oz / 50 ml – Feminine and Bold Scent, Hypoallergenic, Clean Perfume, Eau de Toilette For Women $40

DIME Beauty Hyaluronic Acid Serum, Non-Greasy Hydrating Face Serum with Pure Hyaluronic Acid, 1 oz / 30 ml $21

Dime Beauty Nourishing Cleansing Oil, 4 FL OZ (120 ml) – Cleanser & Makeup Remover, Formulated with Meadowfoam & Jojoba Oil for Skin

DIME Beauty Eyelash Boost Serum, Eyelash Growth Serum for Healthier, Longer, Thicker Eyelashes, 0.20 oz / 6 m

DIME Beauty Blue Facial Oil, 1 oz / 30 mL – Blemish Spot Treatment with Blue Tansy, Black Cumin Seed, Rosehip, and Grapeseed Oils

DIME Beauty Tinted Glow Wonderscreen SPF 30, Mineral Sunscreen for Face with 19% Zinc Oxide, Tinted Moisturizer with SPF, 50 g (Shade 03)

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Amazon Prime Deals 2025: We Have and Use

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Nordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

July 7, 2025

gNordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

The most anticipated Sale of the Year! It starts tomorrow, but only for cardholders with Icon Static…. I didn’t want non-cardholders to feel left out, so I scoured all 136 pages of the sale section to bring you my top picks throughout the week! Hoping you enjoy seeing some of the pieces I own and a peek at my wish list. I am swooning over them. Perfect pieces to add to your Summer wardrobe, transition into Fall, and pieces you’ll live in all Winter! This Sale is the best price of the Year and makes for a great time to stock up.

I’ve been shopping this sale for over 30 years and look forward to it every year. It’s a great time to pick up items/brands that are hard to find on sale! They have amazing beauty bundles you can’t get any other time of the year!

Items I purchase for my wardrobe, I wear, tend to wear on repeat as well as build my classic wardrobe with good quality pieces. 

This year’s SALE is truly one of the BEST I’ve seen in years… My wish list would be everything you see here in my graphics (if I could. 

Things to Remember & a few tips

Things to remember: The Anniversary SALE is open for preview and starts tomorrow for Icon static cardholders….Don’t have a card? Apply here to shop for the Cardholder sale from July 8th to August 3rd. Store sales will open to the public from July 14th to August 3rd. Are you a cardholder? Remember, you get a triple points day, so don’t forget to schedule it for the day you’re headed to shop.

If shopping online, you can schedule your points on your order before checking out. If you feel like shopping on my page and using my links here and below, I thank you from the bottom of my heart because I get a tiny commission, which allows me to keep doing what I love.

Nordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

Mark your calendar:

 Don’t forget to watch my Instagram stories for daily tips, to see my try-on, and for more in-store details. On July 10th, tune in at 4:00 p.m. for my live on Instagram. I’ll be sharing items I own and wardrobe builders. I’m also excited to give you a sneak peek at what will be on Sale from Wit & Wisdom, as they sent me a few affordable pieces to share. Again, thank you for your support and for taking the time to stop by and read my post.

You don’t have to be a cardholder to SHOP the SALE! You can sign up to be a member for free and still earn points. 

Things to Know about the Sale

Link to apply for Nordstrom card HERE

If you want to score early access, apply for a Nordstrom credit card ASAP. The retailer offers two types of cards, a retail credit card and a Visa credit card, which provide the same benefits and are eligible for early access to the Anniversary Sale. While your cardmember status depends on yearly spending amounts (shared below), all cardmembers automatically start at Influencer status, which means you’ll get an extra four days to shop the Sale before it opens to everyone.

Insider tips

Early access for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale begins tomorrow for Cardholders, and even I can’t stop until the 11th! The bummer is that things start selling quickly, so I have some tips!

  • Shop online! This is where you will find the most extensive selection!
  • Add to Wishlist! If you see something you love, add it to your wishlist, so the day you’re able to shop, you can immediately “add to cart”!
  • Add a different size! If the size you are looking for sells out in your size, add a different size to your shopping bag and check back often as things get returned and stocked! I’ve even had luck exchanging after the sale for the correct size and color.
  • Expedite Shipping! For $20, this bumps your order and gives you a better chance to get what you want!

 

When can I shop for the 2025 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?

July 1st- Online preview begins ( you can start planning and creating your wishlist) 

Icons July 8th-11th -Icon Early Access. Icons spend over $15,000 per Year

Ambassadors – July 9th-11th- Ambassador early access. Ambassadors spend over $5000 per Year.

Influencers – July 10th-11th- Influencer early access. Influencers spend over $500 per Year.

Everyone – July 12th- Aug-3rd- General access non- card holders or members can shop

You can preview and create your Wish list NOW HERE

I hope this was helpful

I hope these date reminder sheets and tips are helpful for you to save and refer back to over the next few weeks. Don’t miss my weekly newsletters. Sign up HERE, and I will share round-ups of items I love in the Sale, need-to-know information, and giveaways!

Follow me on Shop Ltk for exclusive content, Sales, easy shopping, and inspiration. Here

How I am Breaking Down the Sale:

What I will be sharing from the Nordstrom sale is broken down. Breaking the Sale down and scaling it into categories is essential. Hopefully, you will find this method easier and won’t feel overwhelmed. Please note that I go through every sale item and think about what a great deal is and what closet staples are great to add without going overboard. I also choose items that are hard to find on Sale, so shopping for them now may be your only chance to get them on Sale. Follow my Shop. LTK HERE, as I’ve created a few Nordstrom Boards to simplify shopping.

My Picks=   6Things I buy Every year HERE| Beauty HERE| Jeans HERE| Shoes HERE| Sweater HERE| Tops HERE| Accessories HERE| Jackets HERE | 

The Breakdown:

Of the six items I purchase every Year. My tried and authentic VIEW HERE 

Items I shopped for last Year are on Sale again. Worth adding to the cart, VIEW HERE

What’s on my wish list? View HERE with all the details, etc. (get a sneak peek below)

Great Wardrobe Builders: I think items are a great deal and worth purchasing for your wardrobe.

Items that make great gifts. 

Beauty Items I use and love

Brands hard to find on Sale- Mother denim, New Balance 327, Gucci, Raybans, Charlotte Tilbury, Free People 

Nordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

6 Things I Buy Every Year

6 items I buy every year at the Nordstrom Sale

A free people cardigan or sweater… It’s a great time to get free people on sale, and they always have a good selection! (This is this year’s pick.) 

A new coat again, it’s the best time to pick up designer pieces that are hard to find on sale.  This is this year’s pick, Ralph Lauren’s plaid cropped pea coat 

Donna Karen’s cashmere deodorant.. I have used this for 30 years and just love it! 1 box lasts for the whole year! Smells great and works

A Charlotte Tilbury makeup set, I love Charlotte T, and this is one of the only times of the year to grab on sale!

The BEST moisturizing lotion by Khiels, it’s so rich and creamy, really moisturizes your skin, and again, only time of year to grab this big size at this price. 

I grab “this year’s” Steve Madden mule. It’s a go-to everyday shoe I can wear with everything! All year long! I want this one too! Loving this year’s gold buckle detail, and comes in several colors!  I want it in the wine, the pearl, and the neutral

If I could only pick 12 things… well, 6 of them I buy every year… shown above. Plus, what’s actually in my cart…I will add later this week…

Nordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

Beauty Products You’ll Love

Pillow Talk Original Lip Kit $95 Value Charlotte Tilbury Sale price $63.00

Creme de Corps Body Moisturizer Kiehl’s Since 1851 Sale price $55.00 After sale price $85.00

The Best of YSL Lips Set $85 Value Sale: $57.00 Sale price $57.00

Jumbo Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm Elemis Sale: $89.00 After Sale: $120.00

Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick Duo $84 Value Sale price $56.00

Airbrush Blow Dry Brush T3- Sale: $99.99 After Sale: $159.99

Santal & Vetiver Deodorant Duo $40 Value SALT & STONE Sale: $28.00

Santal & Vetiver Body Wash Duo $72 Value SALT & STONE Sale: $49.00 

Featherweight StyleMax Dryer T3 Sale: $129.99 After Sale: $209.99

2-Hour Express 30% off Deluxe Bronzing Mousse

Cashmere Mist Deodorant Trio Set $96 Value- now $70

Nordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

Jeans You’ll Love

Holly Ripped Cut Bootcut Jeans –Free People Cambridge Sale: $64.99 After Sale: $128.00

Sienna High Waist Cuffed Hem Wide Leg Jeans KUT from the Kloth- Sale: $78.99  After Sale: $119.00

Good Waist Patch Pocket Palazzo Jeans Good American Indigo 911 Regular & Plus Sale: $106.99 After Sale: $159.00

The Hustler Roller Sneak Jeans MOTHER Easy Does It Sale: $189.99 After Sale: $288.00

Kacey Cuffed High Waist Boyfriend Jeans Pistola- Sale: $104.99 After Sale: $158.00

Gracie Skyrise Double Side Seam Wide Leg Jeans Wit & Wisdom Regular & Petite Sale: $58.99 After Sale: $88.00

The Kick It High Waist Straight Leg Jeans MOTHER Your Turn Sale: $185.99 After Sale: $278.00

Nordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

Shoes you’ll want to grab

Kenzen Western Harness Boot (Women) Dolce Vita=Dark Brown Suede 

Lisbeth Pointed Toe Mule Steve Madden Women Sale: $79.99 After Sale: $129.00

Madelyn Mary Jane Pointed Toe Kitten Heel Pump -LifeStride Sale: $49.99 After Sale: $79.99

Regy Western Boot – Dolce Vita Women Regular & Wide Calf Sale: $159.99 After Sale: $240.00

Notice Sneaker Dolce Vita Sale: $89.99 After Sale: $139.00

Lisbeth Pointed Toe Mule Steve Madden Sale: $94.99 After Sale: $145.00

Hensley Western Boot Dingo Sale: $109.99 After Sale: $169.95

Ira Pointed Toe Mule Steve Madden Sale: $69.99 After Sale: $115.00 Pearl | Tweed| Wine| 

327 Sneaker New Balance Women Sale: $79.99 After Sale: $99.99

Roxanne Jelly Thong Sandal  Tory Burch Sale price $79.99 After sale price $128.00

Nordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

Sweaters, I think, are great picks

Addy Cable Stitch Sweater Sale: $164.99 After Sale: $248.00

Georgina Floral Intarsia Cardigan Sale: $159.99 After Sale: $238.00

Bonfire Cable Knit Cardigan Free People Sale: $99.99 After Sale: $148.00

Short-Sleeved Marled Sweater Treasure & Bond- Sale: $45.99 After Sale: $69.50

Leopard Crewneck Cardigan Nordstrom-Sale: $72.99 After Sale: $109.00

Swim Too Deep Cardigan Free People Sale: $105.99 After Sale: $158.00

Bright & Optimistic Cardigan Free People Sale: $129.99 After Sale: $198.00

Pointelle & Cable Knit Cricket Sweater, Lauren Ralph Lauren Sale: $109.99 After Sale: $165.00

Nordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

Tops worth adding to your wardrobe

Flutter Sleeve Cotton Sweater Treasure & Bond Sale: $45.99 After Sale: $69.50

We the Free Arden Extra Long Cotton Top Free People Sale: $34.99 After Sale: $58.00

Luang Long Sleeve Popover Top FARM Rio Sale: $125.99 After Sale: $180.00

Classic Fit Stripe Broadcloth Button-Up Shirt, Lauren Ralph Lauren Sale: $65.99 After Sale: $99.50

Relaxed Short-Sleeved Sweater Treasure & Bond Sale: $38.99 After Sale: $59.50

Chambray Button-Up Shirt Caslon® Sale price $45.99 After Sale: $69.50

Ruffled Puff-Sleeve Top Madewell Sale price $57.99 After sale price $88.00

Nordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

Accessories are hardly ever on Sale to build the look

Orla Woven Faux Suede Clutch JW PEI Sale: $89.99 After Sale: $139.00

Nomad Stone Pendant Necklace– Dean Davidson Sale: $364.99 After Sale: $550.00

Bold Access Bracelet Watch, 41mm Movado Sale: $469.99 After Sale: $695.00

Mae Suede Hobo Bag Rebecca Minkoff- Sale: $249.99 After Sale: $398.00

Odyssey Green Onyx Open Ring Monica Vinader Sale: $131.99 After Sale: $198.00

Deco Courbe Diamond & 18K Gold Plate Bracelet Watch, 26mm x 32mm MICHELE Sale: $1,539.99 After Sale: $2,295.00

Nordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

Jackets every wardrobe should own

Ruffle Collar Quilted Jacket– Avec Les Filles Sale: $89.99 After Sale: $139.00

Suede Moto Jacket AllSaints Sale: $299.99 After Sale: $569.00

Longline Wrap Coat Sam Edelman Sale: $149.99 After Sale: $240.00

Herringbone Crop Wool Blend Peacoat Lauren Ralph Lauren Sale: $179.99 After Sale: $280.00

Single Breasted Plaid Wool Blend Coat Lauren Ralph Lauren Sale: $199.99 After Sale: $320.00

Barrel Sleeve Herringbone Crop Jacket Wit & Wisdom Sale price $78.99 After sale price $118.00

Nordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

Designer Pieces I adore:

Theron Plaid Tweed Jacket Veronica Beard Sale: $549.99 After Sale: $898.00

Holly Puff Sleeve Belted Denim Shirtdress Cinq à Sept Sale: $283.99 After Sale: $425.00

Double Breasted Wool Blend Crop Coat Lauren Ralph Lauren Sale: $179.99 After Sale: $280.00

Wildior S3U 55mm Square Sunglasses DIOR (add to cart to view price)

Wool Blend Twill Peacoat Lauren Ralph Lauren- Sale: $179.99 After Sale: $270.00

Wool Blend Tweed Coat Lauren Ralph Lauren Sale: $199.99 After Sale: $320.00

My Wish List Sneak Peek below:

Nordstrom 2025 Anniversary Sale Insider Tips and My Picks

Great wardrobe staples I own from Spanx on Sale:

You can add these items to your wish list if they interest you. I know you’ll love these and wear them on repeat as I do. some of the best wardrobe staple pieces,

SPANXshape™ EveryWear Flare Jeans SPANX® Authentic Blue Regular, Petite & Plus Sale price $98.99 After Sale: $148.00 Here

AirEssentials Half Zip Sweatshirt SPANX® Sale: $78.99 After Sale: $118.00 Here

SPANXshape™ Booty Boost® 7/8 Leggings SPANX® Sale price $64.99 After Sale: $98.00 Here

FlexFeel Low Impact Sports Bra SPANX® Sale: $44.99 After Sale: $68.00 Here

AirEssentials Long Sleeve Knit Shift Dress SPANX® Sale price $78.99 After Sale: $118.00 HERE

 

Items I bought last year, I love and wore on repeat, on Sale Again

Swim Too Deep Turtleneck Sweater Free People- Sale: $84.99 After Sale: $128.00

Brittany AB’s Solution High Waist Itty Bitty Bootcut Jeans Wit & Wisdom Regular & Petite Sale: $58.99 After Sale: $88.00

 

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3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season

July 6, 2025

3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season

Hello Pretty Lady,

Are you in need of a special occasion dress this summer for summer’s social season, A Wedding, a Garden Party, an Outdoor Cocktail party, a Bridal shower, or a special event? I’ve got Four Outfits from AWBridal you’ll love. View my Styling Reel Here

Summer Social Season 4 outfits look perfect for the wedding season.

Mother of the Bride

Mother of the groom

Wedding guest 

Garden party 

Bridal shower 

Bridesmaid dresses 

3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season

 

Custom Sizing or Ready to Wear off the Rack

AWBridal offers affordable, great quality, and stunning dresses and jumpsuits. You can have them custom-made to your measurements or order ready-to-wear off the rack in your size 00-24. They arrive fast. You’ll be so impressed with these beautiful dresses. I had mine made to my measurements. Simply measure per their directions and send it in with your order. They make the style per your measurements and ship it out to you. And they fit like a glove. With no extra fees. Affordable and such high quality for affordable pricing.

3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season

3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season
3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season
3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season

 

Blue Botanical Dress

If this beautiful shade of cornflower blue is the wedding color. Then this dress is a must

I love the one-shoulder ruffle. I styled hair 1/2 up to showcase the shoulder detail and paired it with large drop pearl cluster statement earrings to also showcase the shoulder detail. No necklace is needed. White strappy heels with an acrylic square block heel, perfect for garden weddings. Gold clutch with flower detail for a little pop. View My Instagram Post HERE

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3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season

3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season
3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season
3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season

Coralia Multi-color Floral

Looking for the perfect Garden party dress? What about afternoon wedding guests, bridal showers, garden cocktail parties, or just a date with hubby? I styled this beautiful Haulter, 3D applique dress with a Gold metallic bag with bamboo handle, Cognac strap, wooden block heel sandals, and Floral earrings (old J.Crew) linked similarly, that would be perfect too. View My Instagram Post HERE

Shop the Post Below:

 

3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season

3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season
3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season
3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season

3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season

I love the one-shoulder detail paired with the tiered ruffle. I styled my hair in an updo to showcase the shoulder detail and paired it with a large blush feather statement earring. The multiple bow heels give a beautiful and feminine detail that pairs beautifully with the tiered ruffles of the dress. By Cecelia New York. The Blush Metallic clutch adds a pop of glittering detail but is soft enough to go with the romantic vibe. Perfect for a Mother of the Groom/bride dress or even Bridesmaids dresses if Blush is the color theme. View My Instagram Post HERE

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LORRAINE JUMPSUIT

3 Dresses and a Jumpsuit Perfect For Wedding Season

The Lorraine Halter neck jumpsuit in black is a darling chiffon jumpsuit that is a great choice for an outfit for a wedding. guest, Cocktail Party, or Social event. The strappy shoulder design is flattering, while the cinched-in waist adds a hint of romantic sass to the outfit. To show off the beautiful Haulter neckline, I wore my hair in a loose, low ponytail. Pairing the jumpsuit with Bold Gold accessories adds great detail to the Black. Gold Jewelry by Julie Vos and Lisi Lurch. A metallic gold small woven bag by Chicos and Gols, studded block heel sandals by Cecelia New York. My Instagram post HERE

Shop the Post Below:

Styling Tip

Remember, Styling your Hair and make up to go with the dress, is part of Styling the look.

Wearing a block heel if you are attending a garden Party or outside garden wedding, is really helpful to walk on the grass without sinking your heels into the grass.

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“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.

June 30, 2025

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.
 
A collection of Classic Summer staple pieces that give you the feeling of Coastal Breezes, East Coast -“Nancy Meyers” Vibe. Pretty Details, Patriotic, coastal, Farmers Markets, Gardening, Farm to Table recipes, Outdoor dining, Flea Markets, and Treasure Hunting. If this is your Vibe, you’ll love the pieces I’ve put together to create these feelings of an East Coast Summer. It’s a “vibe” perfect for Summer and the 4th of July.

Pretty Sun dresses, linen shirts and pants, white jeans, patriotic sweaters, stripes, lobster print, Eyelets, and small florals paired with sun hats, straw bags, and neck scarves are classic, Preppy, a touch romantic, and very coastal. They are also perfect for the 4th of July outfit inspirations. 

 

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

Happy Last day of June, Man, how fast did that go by? I seriously felt like I blinked, and it was over! Summer is finally here in Utah, and Today, I have a TV segment on Good Things Utah, and I thought with the 4th of July Holiday here on Friday, as well as my love of all things Nancy Meyers, Martha Stewart, and Ina Gardner. It would be fun to share everything I love in one capsule wardrobe, perfect pieces to mix and match for the rest of summer, not just the 4th of July. 

Tv Segment

I am headed to GTU tomorrow. For another Fashion Fix TV Segment…Featuring: “East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe. @ 9:40ish am Mnt. ABC Good Things Utah/ stream live from anywhere link in bio. Watch the segment HERE

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.

Farmers Market, Country Drive, or picnic

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.

How cute is this Summer perfection look?-Light blue, almost periwinkle blue sundress .. with crochet details and a sweet bow on the back| tts I am in a small by social threads|Sweet white sweater cardigan with little embroidered flowers, tts by social threads|

The sweetest embroidered flower details remind me of a handmade sweater my grandma made me as a child. Cane and leather Mary Janes. Lack of color straw hat. Amazon finds a straw bag. Lemon bag charm. Yellow small floral printed scarf, neck or bag. Julie Vos. Three bracelets, earrings, and a ring in blues and whites.

Coastal Grandmother, Nancy Meyers Inspired

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.

Beaded earrings| Striped Sweater| Affordable Bracelet stack| Eyelet Maxi Tired dress| Sea grass Glasses| Quilted Travel Bag| Sun Glasses| Coastal California| Seas Shell | Horse bite detail Slides 

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.

East coast summer vibes |Lobster tee (this one is by Jodi Petri) and not linkable. I linked a couple of lobster tees Below|Pinstripe skirt with pockets tts I am in a small|  Cane and leather Mary Jane’s |Cane and leather tote by Eric Jervis |Straw bucket hat Anthro and get 20% off with code ANTHRO20 ends on 30th|Red scarf |Rattan belt |Earrings Hoops Amazon |Red bracelets Budha girl|Denim shirt (Chicos) sold out Linked similar HERE|

 

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.
Red,White,Blue Dress
“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.
Raffia|Straw|Cane Bags & Shoes
“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.
Lobster Sweater

Photo 1 Red, white, and Blue, Tank maxi dress| Mary Janes| Love these Mary Janes Too| Bag| Bag Charms

Phot0 2 Caroline Hill smaller handbag| Caroline Hill Large Tote| Horse Bite $25  Raffia Loafer | Cane and leather Mary Janes

Photo 3 Lobster sweater| Frankie 4 White leather shoes with red & blue stripes| Burmuda Shorts |

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.

Lobster Tee Navy| Lobster White Tee| Lobster Clutch| Lobster sweater Blue| Lobster sweater White| Lobster Canvas Tote| Lobster ball cap| Lobster cloth bag|Red Lobster sweater| Lobster coin Bag|

Farm to Table, Outdoor Dining

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.

Amazon Find, White Eyelet Maxi Dress shown above| Seashell necklace Mine isn’t linkable HERE is a similar one|Amazon fine seashell earrings. This dress is perfect to wear all summer long, fits true to size, and can be dressed up or down. 

 

Flea Market, Coffee Date, Antiquing 

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.Classic white outfit|the perfect white button up|White jeans| and pop of blue accessories, Cashmere sweater| Toile Slides | Neckscarf| Julie Vos Earrings| Necklace| Ring| Bracelet

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.

Ralph Lauren Inspired by East Coast Vibe|Gingham Button-up Shirt| Flag Sweater similar HERE| Cuff Jeans| Mary Janes| Neck scarf| Bracelets Budhah Girl| Julie Vos| Nautical Rope knot Similar Here|

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.

Blue and White Striped short-sleeved sweater| Risen Jeans with front seams Under$70| Bag Charms Target Crab| Ancor & life ring|

Beach Cookout, Bon Fire

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.Nancy Meyers’ Summer outfit and a few accessories for your home. Maxi Dress| American Flag Sweater| Lobster pot| Blue and white dishes| Monogramed hand Towels| Shell Bowl| Cookbook| Travel Blanket perfect for picnics | Ticking napkins|

 

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe

The cutest separates you’ll wear on repeat and mix and match. Red and light Blue striped button-up| Lobster earrings | Fish sweatshirt| Linen stripe pants| Straw red, blue bag| Bag Charms| Gingham Bow Slides| 

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobeEasy to go from the beach to a cookout. Gold Hoops| Kopari Golden Mist| Straw Hat| One Piece swimsuit | Blue and white striped dress | Red sandals with Horse Bit Details| Red Sunglasses 

Dinner on the Boardwalk| Pier| At a Friend’s Beach Home

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe

I picture myself heading to Martha’s Vineyard, the Cape, or Nantucket, having lunch with friends or a dinner date with my hubby.

American Flag Sweater for the coastal breeze or chilly evening| Cool retro shades|Red neckscarf| Cookbook| Wooden Beaded Hoops| Lobster Dress on black gingham| Rope knot Bag And Bamboo handle| Red Wedge Espidrill Sandals| 

“East Coast Summer” Capsule wardrobe.

Blue and white ticking striped baby doll dress| Star sweater over shoulders| Allie & Bess Bracelets| Sam Edelman wedge slides

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Amazon Outfit Inspiration Perfect For Travel or Running Errands

June 16, 2025

Amazon Outfit Inspiration Perfect For Travel or Running Errands

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Summer is finally here, and that means summer social season as well as everyday life has us looking in our closets, wondering what we want to wear. I am always here to help you with just that. Whether it’s drawing inspiration from outfits I’ve created or helping you to find pieces that will add a fresh look to items in your closet. Today I thought I would share a few fun Outfit inspirations that work for Everyday, Travel, Brunch with friends, or running errands. 

Amazon Outfit Inspiration Perfect For Travel or Running Errands. Affordable fashion, that is good quality for the price, is a great way to add in some wardrobe basics, seasonal pieces, and a few trending fashions at affordable prices. These are several items I own and feel you would like as well. Please know I would never share items I didn’t like or want myself.

Amazon finds have been in my top sellers for a couple of years now, and I thought I should start dedicating A weekly blog post to outfit inspirations. I hope you’ll enjoy this new series, and come back to see what the next week’s outfit themes will be… I’ll give you a hint for next week….Coastal

Outfit Inspiration for Travel, Brunch, and Errands

Amazon Outfit Inspiration Perfect For Travel or Running ErrandsTravel/Errand outfit Idea:#1= The perfect outfit for Brunch errands,
Straw tote| Mother ball cap,|super soft mockneck tank with crop pants Set $34.99 | MaryJane|Charlotte Tilbury glow |Jo Malone perfume| Affordable Sunnies| Drop Earrings| 

Amazon Outfit Inspiration Perfect For Travel or Running Errands

How cute is the pairing? I love the color combo and the pattern play, 

Summer Outfit Idea #2 =Travel|brunch|Errands. Summer outfit Ideas.
Fitted Vest| Stripped Pants| Drop Earrings| Floral Shoe| Straw Bag| Sunnies| Sunday Friday Lip Butter| Scarf|

Everyday Summer Outfits

Amazon Outfit Inspiration Perfect For Travel or Running ErrandsEveryday Summer Outfit #3= Crochet floral sweater| Linen Drawstring pants| Black Bucket Hat| Straw Handbag with Black Leather Trim| Platform Black Two Buckle Slide Sandals| Summer Friday Lip Butter| SunGlasses | Gold Knot Earrings|

Amazon Outfit Inspiration Perfect For Travel or Running ErrandsShades of Blue Summer Outfit #4– This look is perfect for traveling with a little coastal flair. Comfortable and easy to wear, yet put together. All the accessories make this look come to life.

Two Piece Outfits Crochet Sheer Knit Sweater Top Wide Leg Pants Lounge Matching Sets Lounge Set| Stripe Espadrille Loafer | Circle Handle Straw Bag | Bucket Hat| Bracelet Stack| Scarf| Shell ring| Shell Earrings| Lip oil| Summer Friday sunscreen|

Amazon Outfit Inspiration Perfect For Travel or Running Errands

 Summer Outfit #4, you’ll love this soft shade of Lavender. Paired perfectly with light-washed jeans. The front bow tie top with puff sleeves comes in several colors. Front pocket Jeans cropped with frayed hem, Lavender slides| lavender \Pink Sunnies | Lavender Woven tote bag| Pearl hoop earrings| Coin Necklace| 

Amazon Outfit Inspiration Perfect For Travel or Running Errands

Amazon finds Summer outfit Inspo #5-This darling colorful easy-to-wear set.. Style together or wear as separates, and so affordable. The cutest Yellow straw bag| |A cute neck scarf  for neck, bag or hair|Drop gold Earrings with tortoise drop (comes in 3 colors) Love these sunnies so good|How cute are these Suede Bow slide sandals| Large bangles are on trend and so cute for a big impact |A great bronzer |Love this Verbena lotion by Loccotain 

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Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken – Sweet and Savory Salad

June 15, 2025

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken – Sweet and Savory Salad

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

Hello Pretty Ladies,

I hope you had a great weekend. The weather in Utah has been beautiful, and we’ve been spending a lot of time outside working on Yard and Garden projects and craving salads. With that being said, for today’s “In the Kitchen with D’Arcy,” I am sharing my recipe for my Crunchy  Chicken – Sweet and Savory Salad. It’s so good, the mix of crunchy Chicken and sweet pecans with the savory flavor of Blue cheese gives this mixed green and veggie salad that wow factor. 

 

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad
Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad
Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad
Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

Crunchy  Chicken – Sweet and Savory Salad Recipe:

2 Panko-crusted chicken breasts cut into cubes ( I use my Chicken Schnitzel recipe) (I make a couple extra that week for dinner & reserve to make this salad that week) 

One Bag of mixed greens of your choice or hand chop ( I like 1 chopped romaine, 1 chopped iceberg, and a handful of spinach) 

1/2 cup Green onions 

1 large tomato, diced

One Carrot sliced however you like 

1 cup Blue cheese crumbles

1 cup Candied pecans

Fresh pepper to taste

Balsamic glaze for drizzle 

Homemade garlic croutons (I use leftover garlic bread, cut into cubes and warm in the oven until crispy)

My dressing of choice is a homemade Italian vinaigrette or balsamic vinegar; the boys prefer blue cheese dressing. 

How to serve:

This salad serves four as a main course for dinner. If so, I make four salads in individual bowls by dividing the ingredients evenly. If serving as a side or taking it to a party, I add everything to a large wooden salad bowl and mix the lettuce with a good toss. Then, I layer all the ingredients except the salad dressing and let people add that to their liking. 

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Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

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D’Arcy

D'Arcy
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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Celebrating America’s 250 years🇺🇸 Americas Nation Celebrating America’s 250 years🇺🇸

Americas National Potluck initiative 

Bringing people together through food

Individuals & Families are invited to gather and share a meal on 
Sunday July 5th 2026🍽️🇺🇸❤️

Or encouraged to plan community or neighborhood potlucks to celebrate America’s 🇺🇸 250 year Anniversary 

By bringing people together around the table we can celebrate our freedoms we share along with our strengths, and the Sense of belonging that holds us together.

What will you bring to the potluck?

🇺🇸❤️💙🇺🇸❤️💙🇺🇸❤️💙🇺🇸❤️💙🇺🇸

Thank you to @lees_marketplace  for providing a beautiful sample of dishes ideas and recipes you could bring🍽️🇺🇸 along with providing a n amazing event .
Along with a full reusable grocery bag of food, snacks and gift card🇺🇸❤️💙

Thank you to @americaspotluck @america250utah for the intuitive and to @missamericaut  @slchildrenschoir for amazing and beautiful voices for entertainment, to @cocacola for providing swag and exclusive America250 items and to our host @jbcookinghost 

🇺🇸Fun fact @cocacola  products are made locally in Utah and they created mini cans specially for America250 with unique designs for each US STATE
I’d love to see what each states looks like.. I’ll share Utahs design in my stories today. 🇺🇸❤️💙

Ways you can join in or learn more on: Americaspotluck.org 

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#americaspotluck #america250utah #america250 #utahinfluencer
I don’t know about you but I love a full service S I don’t know about you but I love a full service Selfcare day✔️

I am 54 and feel like I could have them weekly🤣🤣 Wouldn’t that be a dream..

 A weekly blow out
- manicure 
-pedicure 
- Mini facial
A yummy drink and some shopping… sign me up!

Ok back to reality, I am happy to head to @nailed.boutique for my monthly Selfcare day and thrilled I can do it all in one stop✔️

You can too✔️ If  you live in Utah or come to visit✔️

You’ll love their  top notch services and friend staff… 

Not to mention NO drills or dust! They also have clean beauty nail polish options✔️

Make your appointment today… 
What’s your favorite selfcare service?

I’ll go first I love a great foot & leg rub❤️

#nailed #nailedboutique #saltlake #utahinfluencer
🌸I am 54 and these Affordable Summer Sets & Sunni 🌸I am 54 and these 
Affordable Summer Sets & Sunnies &
Sandals are a must this Summer..

Perfect for errands, travel and great for watching and running around with grand kids✔️

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The details:
This cute comfy bold strip set comes in several colors, is soft and easy to wear, fits tts 

Like the $900  version….
Sandals are so good and under $60 comes in a couple colors tts & comfortable 

The sunnies come in a two pack under $14

Vegan leather tote under $100
One of my most used bags for over 5 years

The hydrating lipstick balms are so good and going viral- wearing English Rose
Clean beauty

Bracelet stack Allie Bess- save 20% with code DARCY20

#summersets #midlifestyle #affordablefashion #utahinfluencer
Don’t like to show your arms? I’ve got the perfec Don’t like to show your arms?

I’ve got the perfect pretty white dress for you….

Summer outfit Inspiration- perfect for Brunch, a baby shower, friends Anniversary party, vacation dinner etc

-White dress
Eyelet tie waist white dress fully lined with pockets and I have A DISCOUNT CODE for YOU!  In link

-Think of all the ways you can style this cutie all season long and achieve different looks.  Dress down with a flat sandal, make it western with cowboy boots, take it on vacation with wedges or espadrilles and a straw bag…

Do you like to show your arms or prefer not to?

How I styled it… For church then brunch:

-Turquoise chunky statement necklace 
-Turquoise beaded hoops

-Hobo leather clutch in turquoise 
(I love the pop of color) 

-Inez nude cross knot detail kitten heal- so very comfortable and a perfect height - A go with everything shoe

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Drop it like it’s HOT…. Balancing Menopause and m Drop it like it’s HOT….

Balancing Menopause and midlife can be tricky✔️

From weight gain, mood swings, sleepless nights, dry skin and lady parts, hair loss, eyesight issues, bone loss to personal summers (hot flashes)….. 

Boy hitting 40-50-60’s sounds fun 😅🤣 Actually, it really isn’t that bad, and life is what you make of it, Plus  getting old is a privilege….

In today’s time, we’re lucky because menopause is a Topic WE TALK about NOW, and we have more information and resources to HELP us, unlike our mothers.

Not everyone has every symptom nor do they experience every symptom. 

This is a topic I’ve shared a lot about over on my blog and in future more on my substack (join for free in my bio) 

Below ⬇️ are a few things I’ve found very helpful from my journey over the last 10 years to now, starting at about 44 years old.

-A Homeopathic Hormone replacement specialist- I went at 44 when I gained 12-15 pounds for no reason, had hair loss and wasn’t feeling like myself and went on Bio- identical hormone replacement for about 4 years and the weight feel off and I started to feel like myself again. I stopped I. 2020 due to not being able to get to doctors.. 

-Start a good clean supplement program (not a Doctor) but here’s what helped me.
Magnesium- zinc- Vitamin D3- vitamin K 
-a good women’s multivitamin - 
B-12 shots- Collagen- Colostrum- bone marrow- probiotic, a cranberry supplement and - creatine - NAD- primrose (I have a few others I take as well) full list is on blog 

- Doubled my water intake - (140-160 oz a day) added Fiber- chia seeds- pinch of salt to it … (I do 1/2 teaspoon baking soda twice a week) 

-Daily walks and I added a weighted vest about 4 years ago 

-A cup of warm lemon water to start the day 

- I shoot  for 100 grams of protein daily (I don’t always get this) I just try to get close

-Scalp treatments - Rosemary oil and rosemary supplements 

- Coolnight pjs and cooling sheets  I don’t get or experience hot flashes, but sleeping cooler help me sleep better❤️

- cleansing oil & after Shower oil help with dry skin

-Red light therapy mask helps facial skin and neck

- Derma-planing face helps skin texture and for products to sink in
Melanoma Skin Cancer Journey Here’s a couple thi Melanoma Skin Cancer Journey 

Here’s a couple things I’ve learned on my Journey that I thought I’d share with you I found interesting and very helpful..
 ( now, I am not a doctor) these are things I’ve researched and though I’d share my findings, but you can do your own research :) 

I share in hopes to bring awareness and the importance of getting your skin checked at least once a year.

‼️ 2 things:

-The importance of taking zinc— zinc supplements helps your body give off a natural defense to the suns rays.

⚠️ Like anything I need to stress how important it is to read your labels and start using clean Supplements.  You want to get what you’re paying for and not “fillers” verses the actual minerals and herbs.

- A clean beauty mineral based 
Sunscreen with a high level of Zinc! READ your labels and the ingredientsll

MOST sunscreens have harmful ingredients and hormone disruptors in them! I have 5 brands I love that me and my family use  over on my Liketoknowit or you can comment “shop” and I’ll send them to you.

To know:

⚠️ I get my skin checked twice a year and since being diagnosed with melanoma, I now go every 3 months.

Since my surgeries, I’ve had 2 laser’s treatments to help with scaring (shown in slide 2 is my 2nd surgery) done 6 weeks ago.
I actually should have my 3rd laser done this week, but I moved it to July 1st. 

To be honest I really am not in the head space to deal with another treatment this week! 🙏🏻 I told you I’d be very honest with you in this journey, and it is a roller coaster of emotions… Laser treatments sometimes trigger that for me.

- Laser treatment can be done every 6 weeks

⚠️I have 6 parts of my journey up in my feed, 3 of them pinned to top the others you’ll have to scroll through feed and I have detailed highlights as well. 

I hope you find these helpful

Have any questions you can dm me or leave a comment ⬇️ below.

Happy Monday pretty Lady, and may you
Have a week full of sunshine and gods blessings.

Midlife health journey/ skin cancer journey/ facial skin cancer/ over 50/ facial scars/ sharing life over 50/ cancer warrior
POV: The Turkey sandwiches I make All summer long POV:
The Turkey sandwiches I make All summer long my family loves🥪

Not your ordinary Turkey, Avocado, tomato sandwiche🥪🥑🍅

First off the Key to these delicious sandwiches is warm crusty bread straight from the oven yet soft on the inside..

My tip is a French baguette ran under water (a tip my Mother in law taught me 33 years ago) placed in the oven for 5-7 minutes- seriously, makes it like you made it fresh… 

-Boards head spicy pepper Turkey freshly sliced from the deli
- Farm Fresh Tomatoes salt & peppered 
-Micro greens (or sprouts) 
- Peppered jack cheese (or your favorite)
-My Smashed Avocado spread 

Full recipe on my blog

A perfect summer meal to serve alfresco🪴🍽️
 
Serve with your favorite sides 
I served with my :
-Basil corn salad 
- a small charcuterie board
- my easy Blue cheese stuffed grape on a walnut appetizer

 A long  with your choice of sun tea - cucumber mint water or  a sparking water 🥤🍃

All Recipes on my blog ✔️

#recipe/ summer recipes/ family favorites/ entertaining/ summer style/ midlife/ dining alfresco/ turkey sandwich
Summer Forecasts: Slowness & 90% chance of … Bike Summer Forecasts:
Slowness & 90% chance of …

Bike rides- BackYard Gardening- Brunching outdoors 🚲🪴🍽️

3 B’s I can get behind…
I also love beaches, Butter and Beautiful things… 

Follow along for All my favorite things I think you’ll love too❤️❤️❤️

Flowers-entertaining-Recipes-gardening 
-home decor- Tablescapes-Home dates- fashion and beauty….

summer vibes- midlife- lifestyle - utah living- home and lifestyle- Ina garten Martha Stewart - creating a life you love
What I wore on our 7 day Road trip✔️ —Desserts and What I wore on our 7 day Road trip✔️
—Desserts and Pools—

I just found the best travel wardrobe from Amazon✔️

I used it to create 6 Outfits 

Styled with Amazon Set & Pieces for the Perfect Summer Capsule mix and match add in a few Favorites.
 
Accessories & nobody would ever#guess these looks were so affordable. 

I Love mixing affordable trending pieces with wardrobe staples for a put together and chic look.
 

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🚗Road Trip —Desserts and Pools—🌴🌊🌵🏜️🌺 Last leg of 🚗Road Trip
—Desserts and Pools—🌴🌊🌵🏜️🌺

Last leg of trip…2 days in Las Vegas

- A couple days poolside 
- A couple meals out
-Some shopping (just a little) 
- and yes, we had early nights in…

We’ve been to LV so many times, that we actually don’t enjoy it any more, it’s changed so much over the years, that we actually prefer to have pool time (eat at pool) stay close or at our hotel… Walking the strip is more scary then fun, and the restaurants aren’t what they used to be… people watching isn’t even fun anymore there:(

Lately, We just think of LV as a resting point before we drive the 6-7 long hours home. 

Over the years I’ve shared several amazing LV hotels, restaurants and shopping spots…. Some of those are still good, but several have gotten run down and aren’t the same.  I honestly don’t feel safe in LV and probably won’t have that be a resting point anymore. 

If you’re a gambler or like shows … then LV probably still has appeal, People don’t dress up anymore, the top quality restaurants & hotels aren’t what they used to be, and over priced for what you get. (Trust me we’ve stayed at almost all of the resort’s multiple times) 
I personally think there’s better places to visit. 

😉This is my observation and opinion over the last several times & years we’ve been to Lv. 

How do you feel about Las Vegas?
Have you been recently? 

Sorry, not sorry for my honest review!

#roadtripping #lasvegasnevada #honestreview #pooltimefun #midlife
Road Trip Day 6 —Palm Springs🌴— —Started the day Road Trip Day 6

—Palm Springs🌴—

—Started the day with grabbing a must have coffee or tea from koffie☕️ A must stop

— Pool time for a little bit before later Brunch (we’ll go back to pool after)

— Brunch at FARM🍋‍🟩🍴🍃 It’s a beautiful restaurant off 111 in Downtown Palm Springs with gorgeous outdoor patios, stunning English & French gardens and delicious food☕️🥗🥪🥑 
Great cocktails and a fun dining experience. 

— You can stroll downtown & shop, check out the sidewalk stars 

— we’re off to the pool🌊🌴

—Late afternoon & Early  Evening off to view  a fun garden spot and then a cocktail & light dinner a a fun a casual  Restaurant/Bar @boozehoundsps 

Come back tomorrow as we head to Las Vegas for our final destination before we head home🚗🌵🏜️🪇🌺🌴🌊

Deserts and pools road trip

Do you have a favorite stop in Palm Springs? Drop it below ⬇️ 

 
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#palmspringsstyle #midlifestyle #roadtripping #coupletrip
Day 5 Road tripping 🚗🌵🌺☀️🌸🍋‍🟩🌶️🏜️ Desserts & Pool Day 5

Road tripping 🚗🌵🌺☀️🌸🍋‍🟩🌶️🏜️
Desserts & Pool Trip
4 States

Palm Springs, California 🌴🌴🌴

-Started day with a bike ride🚲
-Day at the Pool 🌊
-late lunch Early dinner at Norma’s (A must for Brunch-lunch or  dinner everything is always so good! There Cinnamon donuts and lemon curd & whipped cream is so good 🍋🍩
-You can’t go to Palm Springs and not go shopping 🛍️ The Gardens on El Paseo located in PALM Desert 🌴
-Best spicy Margarita on the trip so Far  on El Paseo @ 
-Ended the evening visiting my Bestie Danielle with a 4 hour chat at her potential new desert home🌴❤️

We’ve been going to Palm Springs for over 35 years, it’s one of our favorite places🌴 If you have any questions or need recommendations dm me. 

Stay tuned for tomorrows PS adventures 🌴

My outfits are linked over on Liketoknowit or comment shop and I’ll send you the links to shop🛍️

#palmspringsstyle #roadtopro #midlife #midlifestyle
Road Trip🚗 Day 4 Itinerary 🌴☀️🌺🌵🌸🌊 Driving to P Road Trip🚗

Day 4 Itinerary 
🌴☀️🌺🌵🌸🌊

Driving to Palm Springs, Ca. 
4 hours from Mesa, Az

—Walked the grounds 🌴🌺🌊
To stretch and move our body after drive. So beautiful and perfect weather.
(We left early in Am to enjoy a full day PS

-Headed for a full day at the Pool 🌴☀️

-Got ready and headed to one of our favorite “locals favorite”  Mexican restaurants @m  so yummy and of course I had to have a margarita 🪇🌶️

(I realized I forgot to get a photo of what I wore to dinner and to the street fair)  I am a horrible influencer 😉😂
I wore a strapless linen sundress and slide sandals✔️

-Palm Springs  downtown stree fair, takes up the whole historic down town, with handmade crafts, food trucks, locally grown items, music, art, clothing and entertainment . We’ve been going for years and  it’s a fun evening.
(Parking can be tough, uber or go early )

Ben searches out his favorite Gelato guy, every year.. he says he makes the BEST coffee gelato 🍦🍨

🌴Have you been to Palm Springs?
What one of your favorite things?

This weekend they are celebrating 100 years of Marilyn Monroe…. 

☀️🌸What I wore o  today and everything to date is linked on my Liketoknowit 

#palmspringslife #palmspringsstyle #roadtripping #couplegoals❤️ #midlifestyle
—Margarita Time— Ward off evil😂😂😂 Love that Salt —Margarita Time—

Ward off evil😂😂😂

Love that Salted rim🍸🌶️🍋‍🟩🌵🪇🌴

Do you love a good margarita? Are you a on the rocks  or blended girl ?

Fruity or Spicy girl?
Top shelf tequila or doesn’t matter?

Salted-Sugar or Taheen rim?

I am a top shelf, spicy margarita on the rocks with Salt girl… and I like jalapeño and blackberry’s as a garnish 🌶️🍋‍🟩

#spicymargarita #midlifestyle #mexicanfoodlover #cocktaillovers
Day 3 Road Tripping Itinerary 🚗🌵🌴☀️🏜️ Our Last d Day 3 Road Tripping  Itinerary 🚗🌵🌴☀️🏜️

Our Last day and evening in Mesa,Az before heading to Palm Springs, Ca.

We started out with grabbing a coffee & a little walk, then heading to the pool. Our goal this trip was relaxing in the sun ☀️ poolside☀️🌴While enjoying a little late afternoon early evening easy entertaining and good food…

Late afternoon we headed out to the golf course & then later to go on a garden walk and check out a couple local nurseries, before heading to dinner . 

I love to see what grows in that area and learn a little. Plus it’s always beautiful 🌵🌺🌸🌵Did you know a good size catus is $2,000-5,000 and a decent size Palm tree starts at $7,500 to $15,000 and that was the sale prices.

We had a yummy Italian dinner at @pizzicatausa over looks  the painted mountain golf course. 

 Then we went on an evening stroll at the golf course found a bench by the pond and had a cocktail to watch the sun set🌅🌵🍷
Perfect way to end the day ✔️

If you’re looking for an easy & Relaxing  day, this is a perfect itinerary 

Tomorrow morning we’re Off to Palm Springs, Ca. A 4 hour drive from Mesa.Az. 🌴🌺🚗☀️

Do you like a road trip to be leisurely or to pack in a tone of things to do?

#roadtripvibes #midlifejourney #couplevacation #couplegoals❤️
Travel Style over 50 Day 2 Road Trip Mesa, Az ~A Travel Style over 50

Day 2 Road Trip
Mesa, Az

~A much need Relaxing Day at the pool
🌵⛱️☀️🌊
~Then off For a late Lunch, Early Dinner
Found a historic Mexican Restaurant (ok, but not Fabulous) The architecture and grounds were cool🇲🇽🌮🪇🍸

~ Headed to Mesa’s Historic Main st for a little shopping, Mural & Architecture spotting, Local brewery, cool vintage shops, music, book stores, and a fun candy store. 

Stay tuned for another Day “3 “in Mesa…
Then off to Palm Springs,Ca.

Have you been to Mesa, Az? What’s one of the things you did or recommend?

#arizonaadventures #roadtripvibes #styleover50 #midlifestyle #couplevacation
Travel Style over 50 🚗Road Trip Day 1 Itinerary🗻🌲 Travel Style over 50

🚗Road Trip Day 1 Itinerary🗻🌲🏔️🌵🏜️

Hubby and I are on a 7 day Road Trip 3 states 4 states from mountains to desserts… chasing sun and pool time …

Follow along… for our shenanigans, stops and daily itinerary ➡️ Slide for 
Day one… 10 hour drive… with stops along the way for a total 14 hour scenic day.

Beautiful drive- Fun stops, sights and yummy early dinner in historic downtown, Flagstaff. 

Outfit comment “shop” comfortable and chic! Perfect for travel✔️

Do you like a road trip and look for scenic and fun places to stop eat and shop along the way?

#roadtripready #summervacay #couplegeteaway #over50women
Pattern play: over 50 Let’s style Gingham- Cow pr Pattern play: over 50

Let’s style Gingham- Cow print and a little horse shoes✔️✔️✔️

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Patriotic colors don’t have to be just for Memorial Day, 4th of July and Patriotic Days. 

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