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By D'Arcy Vandenberg


$500.00 Giveaway Perfect for A New Summer wardrobe or trip

May 30, 2018

 

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$500.00 cash give away

Hey Beautiful’s! I’ve teamed up with some of my favorite Bloggers and YouTubers for a great giveaway. One lucky person will win $500 in PayPal Cash. The Winner will be announced by 7/5 on this page. You’ll receive 3 points for each entry. By entering this contest you’re subscribing to the hosts email list. Be sure enter the contest below! Good luck!

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What A perfect giveaway, Oh… What I would do with a$500  fun shopping spree ( I would shop my prior Sale’s post!) Here or maybe a little weekend getaway? How about you? What would you do with $500.00? 

Make sure to enter…You can’t win if you don’t enter:) 

Click here for $500 giveaway to Register to Win

Have a great night beautiful’s! OX, D’Arcy

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Memorial weekend Sales

May 26, 2018

Happy Holiday weekend! I hope your having a wonderful time with family and friends! We’re doing yard work, home repair’s and of course some bbq’s. I wanted to hop on here and share some sale codes, to kick off Summer with some great SALES! I am sharing some of my favorite Deal’s, Steals and Pieces to take your wardrobe and beauty into Summer at killer savings!

Nordstrom: Half Yearly Sale up to 40% off.  

My go to Favorites: This Dress, A great Tee $13.20, The perfect Gingham top, One of my favorite dresses ever, You need this Jumpsuit, Sandals everyone always tells me they want when wear. Because you need white jeans, the perfect summer evening bag, Season Must have, Cutest sleepwear, My favorite shorts to throw over a swim suit. 

ShopBop: up to 40% off. 

My picks: A great read, another cute read, A bathing suit I love, wedges you’ll live in, from lunch with the girls to the beach bag. Dress you’ll wear all summer, If you can splurge

BareMinerals:  Free shipping and purchase a foundation and primer together ONLY $45.00 use code: MDW2018 

Cupshe: Starting swimsuits at $13.99 and Free Shipping use this code.

Nic + Zoe: Save 25% off  Spring Favorites enter Promo code =SPFAVS at checkout

DOLCE VITA: Extra 20% off use promo code =EXTRA20

SOLE SOCIETY:Memorial Day Sale: Up To 60% Off Select Styles

KERASTASE: Get Free Shipping, Plus 4 Hair Care Minis With Orders of $85+. Get Free Shipping, Plus a Travel-Size Hair Primer with Orders of $100+, Get Free Shipping, 2 Travel-Size Products & Travel Pouch With Orders of $150+. CODE=MEM18 at checkout. Valid 5/24-5/29

7 FOR ALL  MANKIND: 7 For All Mankind Memorial Day Sale – 40% off select styles. Valid 5.24 – 5.29

CONTAINER STORE: 10% OFF TOTAL PURCHASE CODE =TCSTEN

SPLENDID= 30% OFF SITEWIDE CODE= TAKE30  MY FAVORITE BASIC AND THE SOFTEST TEE’S AND TEESHIRT DRESSES!

BCBGENERATION: MEMORIAL DAY 40% OFF ENTIRE PURCHASE.

STANDARDS & PRACTICES: 25% OFF ALL TENCEL Dresses No code needed, See the one I used on Fox13 The Place Here. 

 

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My Smile Journey With Smile Direct Club

May 25, 2018

Smile Direct impression kit. From the impression,Smile Direct generates 3d model of your teeth to begin building your smile.

getting started kit

Smile Direct Aligner molding kit.

smile direct club kit

Smile Direct at home kit!
Invisible aligner kit with 5 months of aligners.

clear liners

Invisible Aligner tray’s and holder.

clear liners

Invisible Aligner tray’s and holder.

I couldn’t be happier to start my smile journey with Smile Direct Club. I never wore braces and was always lucky to have naturally straight teeth. As I have aged my two top teeth have turned in a touch and my one bottom tooth has moved back. Most people wouldn’t notice, but it’s been bugging me for the last couple years and I really didn’t want to do the whole braces thing at 46!  I looked into other invisible liner companies and it was so expensive, I decided to hold off.  Then to my delight, Smile Direct contacted me and said I’d be a great candidate for their invisible aligners and would I want to work with them! YES….Yes please! So you could see why, I couldn’t be happier!  

I started the processes about 2 1/2 months ago, without the hassle of appointments and metal braces, my impression kit arrived in the mail. It was so easy to take the impressions and send the molds back to Smile Direct in the pre-paid box.  A couple weeks later my invisible aligner box set arrived.  I say “box set” because it came with everything you need for 5 months to have a straighter smile, all in 1 box!  This kit is so easy, everything is labeled, organized and they even send you a reminder email on the day you need to changed your aligner. You change your aligner’s monthly and wear a new one on week 1 & 2 then week 3 & 4 you wear the same one, until you start a new month.  

I am already noticing a big difference two and half months in. My top teeth have become not as angled and my bottom tooth has really moved forward. I can’t wait to share with you my end results, in about 3 months.

Just a little note: I haven’t experienced any pain in this process, yet my teeth feel a little strange, sometimes and I have been told this is normal.

Do you need a little help with you teeth and want to have a confident smile? Smile Direct is affordable and even more affordable if you use my code.  

https://smiledirectclub.com/DARCYSMILES for 50% off your own at-home kit or a free scan in a SmileShop markets! (we have one in Sugar House Utah!) 

I hope you have a beautiful weekend! Ox, D’Arcy

 

This post was a collaboration with Smile Direct and may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own. I only promote brands that I truly love and believe in! Thank you for you support.

 

 

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Perfect look’s for Spring that can take you into Summer!

May 21, 2018

Sharing fun looks today on Fox13 The Place, that can take you from Spring to Summer with easy. (I will share link to watch later today) Each outfit is from one of my favorite new shopping sites Standards and Practices. A great company that carries on trend and great quality clothes for woman size 0-22. If you visit their site

  • Standards and Practices  you can also sign up to get 25% off your first order!

Accessorizing the looks! A couple of years ago, we had statement necklace as a huge trend….Now we have statement earrings! They started showing up last Spring, Now it’s a must have item to give your outfit that finishing touch. Trending everywhere, we’re seeing large earrings in tassel’s, fringe, beaded, metals and acrylic. I’ve picked some favorites to pair with today’s outfit’s, from Victor and Mark! I hope you enjoy todays show and blog post!

spring outfit

This racerback jumpsuit is crafted from a stunning red floral graphic print chiffon. The playful capri romper ties as a halter around the neck,and defines your figure with a waist tie. With a cropped length,the legs feature split front hems, with the splits reaching up to the knee for a fun additional detail.

For today’s model Kjirstin, I paired this cute romper with these great statement earrings by Victor and Marc, giving this look the finishing touch. This outfit can be worn with heals like in photo or with a cute wedge like I paired with on today’s Fox13 The Place, fashion segment. This look is a perfect look for a Garden wedding, Lunch with the girls or even a baby shower.

 

statement earring

Sangria red Tassel Earring by Victor and Marc help finish off this darling outfit! I have been obsessing over their earrings lately! ( I think I have 6 or so pairs now!) You can only shop this little mama owned business on instagram here.  Here’s a fun little fact about these earrings= Victor and Marc Loved being apart of the collaboration with the super talented and creative singer/songwriter/fashion blogger and writer @ariellepaul .Head over to her blog to check out her write up on the magical pairing of @victorandmarc and @maisonkemang. Their handbags are all handmade and beautifully unique – the perfect combo with Victor and Marc statement jewels.

This denim chambray dress is sexy, casual, and feminine. Ashley is a high-low racerback dress with thin spaghetti straps. The midi dress is made from comfortable soft tencel in a wash that’s slightly faded around the seams for a cool, lived-in look. The high-low back gives the classic jean dress a modern silhouette that moves and flows when you walk. Easy to Wear; Pull over your head and go. Includes navy chiffon lining.

The Ashley dress that I styled cute Britney in for today’s Fox13 Segment is a perfect dress to wear all Spring & Summer. For casual shopping day’s or running kids around while looking chic and comfortable. I dresses it up today with fun tassel statement earrings by Victor and Mark (shown below.) This cute look can be worn with flip flops, booties or a wedge sandal, depending on the look & comfort your wanting!

light blue earring

M I L A || A stunning mix of #tassels and #beads. Faux velvet stud with gold trimmings. A must have this summer season or Euro summer escape. Shop here Victor and Marc

wishbone

This white ponte midi dress is sophisticated for the workwear and playful enough for after hours. Elegant and bright, this sleeveless sheath dress features a longer back with back zip and scoop neckline. The sleeveless dress is slightly longer in the back for asymmetrical hemline that’s both feminine and current.

I loved this cute cream Horseshoe or wishbone dress, perfect for work or a wedding shower. Wishing I would have had it for my Son’s college graduation! You really will get a lot of use out of this cute and easy to wear dress. I paired it for today’s segment with my favorite denim jacket to show you can dress it down and make it more casual, for a day date or a spring evening.  I was so excited to find these perfect matching horseshoe acrylic earrings, mimics the design of the dress perfect! (crazy that their named Hudson, like my oldest son!)

acrylic earring

H U D S O N :: NEW to Victor and Marc. #Geometric #acrylic stud with horseshoe shape drop. Both simple and bold for whatever statement you want to make! Comes in black, white, yellow

Circle straw bag

Ciara bag is perfect for Spring and Summer. Pairs perfectly with all 3 of these looks. This seasons must have straw circle bag, is a great bag to take from lunch to the pool!  This fun company The Bagtique has so many cute bags for Spring and Summer, I really am purchasing way to many bags and clutches!

I love clothing that you can wear for multiple seasons and really feel like your getting your money’s worth in quality and style. Shopping Standards and Practices gives you just that! These 3 looks have very different feels and are great for many of life’s event through Spring and Summer, dress them up or down with your shoes and accessories. Layer them up for a chilly Spring day or Summer night!  I hope you enjoyed today’s post and if you didn’t catch the segment on Fox13 The Place, I’ll post it here later today!

Fox13 The place Fashion Segment view here…..

Do you have a fashion styling question or idea you would like me to share on the show? leave a comment and I’ll try my hardest to help you out! 

Enjoy you day beautiful’s! OX, D’Arcy

 

This post was a collaboration with Standards & Practices and Victor and Marc and may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own. I only promote brands that I truly love and believe in! Thank you for the support! 

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8 must have Spring items! Watch my Fashion segment Today on @Fox13

April 16, 2018

8 spring items you need

leather Jacket sold out, white tee sold out similar here, Skirt here, flowers here, wedges here

standards and practices

8 items every woman needs for Spring

 

8 items ever woman needs!

 

8 items ever woman needs!

 8 Must have Spring items, Every woman needs to have in her Spring wardrobe!                                                                    I added a couple of choices so my Shopping list is 13 items                                                                                1.| Blessed Tee 2.| HAPPY  tee 3.| Chambray Skirt 4.|Utah Tee                                                                             5.|Sunset Tee 6.|Statement earrings 7.| Wedge 8.| Wedge                                                                                       9. Ark Bag 10.|Ciara round bag 11.|Sunglasses 12.|Denim jacket                                                                          13.|White Jeans                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    8 Must have Spring Items, every woman needs to have in her Spring wardrobe!                                 Great wardrobe builders and basics to dress up items you might all ready have in your closet. I love pieces that are on trend but aren’t really “trendy” by this I mean you can add any of these pieces to your wardrobe and have them to pull out for seasons to come. Classic white jeans, a denim jacket that is a perfect layering piece, a neutral bag in a fun shape, a basic chambray shirt, you really can’t go wrong! Add a fun bag & a statement earring to your closet favorites and it give your whole outfit the look of being all new! All 8 of these piece help build your wardrobe and give it a touch of Spring.                            
–Denim Skirt= Really this flattering skirt is chambray, soft and a flattering length that you can dress up or wear with tee shirt and flip flops. A great wardrobe staple piece. This company specializes in sizes 0-22 with on trend and great quality pieces.  Standards and Practices, is one of my New favorite shopping sites.
–Graphic tees =Everyone loves a tee shirt and cute Graphic’s, sayings and state speciality tee’s are a big trend this spring!  (This cute local Utah company)  My Humble Threads makes the cutest specialty tee’s unique, soft and so cute! Get an extra 15% off with my code HEROES I love to support woman owned local companies, go check this one out! Items for babies to adults.
– Spring bags = You’ll love these bags and are seeing with every Spring outfit look… There On my Hottest trends ALERT, The Ciara round bag and the Ark Bag. Perfect for lunch or the beach you’ll use these bags every Spring and Summer! A great Straw or bamboo bag will always be in style! On sale Now at The Bagtique
–Statement earrings =bright and colorful to dress up any outfit, light weight and right on trend at an affordable price. On SALE now for $15 at The Bagtique
– Sunglasses =A great new pair of Sunglasses that go with everything and come in several colors Here
–White jeans =People get nervous about white jeans but they really do go with everything and look great on every shape. I personally think everyone should grab a pair!
– Denim jacket =Perfect for layering and a great basic! Kut from the Kloth is my favorite, as I have stated before here and here for more styling options. It’s fit is so flattering and tapers in at the waist for a slimming effect. 
–Wedge sandal =easy to wear elongates the leg and looks great with jeans to skirts! It’s a must have trend again this year. I can stand in these all day long, so comfortable!

 

I will be talking more about these 8 must have Spring piece today on Fox13 The Place! Heres the link to view the show.

 

I hope you enjoyed my picks! Let me know if you grabbed any of the pieces or if you have a stying question! Ox, D’Arcy

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Let’s talk 40’s….Woman in our 40’s..Ready? It’s getting real!

April 13, 2018

outfit of the Day

Outfit details: Off the shoulder top on sale here, embroidered Jeans, Sandals sold out similar here, trench coat Similar here, sunglasses here, handbag sold out similar here

Ok, let’s get real…. You know I am 46 and age hasn’t really never mattered to me. My best friend Danielle is 10 days older then I am (yes..I enjoy saying that! hehe) We have enjoyed many of our Birthday’s together…. Sweet 16, our right to vote 18, Our mom’s taking us to gamble at 21 and with each one she was a little terrified of whats was to come. She really didn’t want to turn 25 (no real reason why?) Our 30th birthday I think was her hardest (my mom said that was her hardest too) I never had a thought of our age at any year and would just giggle at her and told her “we never look our age.. it’s all good” Did you have a birthday you dreaded? Then comes then one most people dread 40…Do you know our 40th Birthday she didn’t even flinch or say one comment about turning 40…Could it have been, we finally really get comfortable about who we are at 40?     

I have enjoyed every age, each has it’s plus and minus. I remember my mom saying back when I was a teenager ” I loved being a teenager but you couldn’t pay me to go back!” At that time I thought why? you loved it, it’s such a fun time and carefree…. ( it’s different being a teenager now!)  Now, as I am raising young adults, I get what she was saying. I also had great teenage years and I would not go back either. I have truly embraced every age and all the lessons and joy!  BUT… and there is a BIG BUT…40’s has some of the Biggest changes…some good, some challenging and some funny if you can laugh at yourself!   

After 40, some funny things that happen to you that doesn’t always get talked about. Some things are kind of funny ( like the arm reach out with the menu, that we teased our parents about!)  My eye’s just started having issues this year. After 46 years of 20/20 vision my mom said “D’Arcy Michelle are you wearing readers?” yup, yup I am! Cute ones here🙂 for $6.99

At 40 I noticed I was gaining weight (I was lucky and never really had a weight issue, yes everyone always wants to lose 5-10 lbs in the Summer!) but really never anything more then that. At 40 I really was struggling and my Ob Gyn Dr. said I was fine and all my blood work was fine…but I didn’t feel fine? It wasn’t until I turned 43 that I knew I wasn’t fine and searched out a solution to help me!  It was having my Hormones done by a hormone specialist, let me tell you it was life changing! ( I have talked more about this in prior post Here) our hormones change at different times for each individual but most of us notice a difference in our weight, hair, skin and tiredness starting at 40. Once my hormones were regulated I felt like my old self.  Hormone changes is something more woman need to share with each other and know it’s ok to talk about! It’s 2018 we can share what’s going on with our bodies at any age!  

After 40 our hair thins out, yet we get more on our FACE! What…. Nobody tell’s you you’ll need these…Unless you have a make-up artist sister!     “Please someone, when I can’t see any more.. pluck the hair out of my mole!” This has become a joke with a few of my girlfriends!  

Skin changes not just the tightness of our skin, or the creepiness but the dryness! In the last year my skin is so dry and I can’t seem to get enough moisturizer on my face & neck. (some night’s all slather on Vaseline!)  For other’s it can be the on set of adult acne, REALLY?  Didn’t we already go through that as teenagers? Here is a product my girlfriends with this issue are loving! I found these couple product’s really do help with dryness Here and Here.  Also drinking a ton of water helps and I have been adding this to mine, but you do really have to have a morning and night beauty routine. No more going to bed with out washing your face. I love this product to remove make up!

Our kids are older ( depending on when you had them) Which gives us freedom and our lives back with our hubby’s…. But sadly there is no more Santa clause or egg hunts! This was our first year Santa didn’t come and our first Easter without having an egg hunt. Heartbreaking “No more little’s” Don’t get me wrong as sad as that sounds… I loved those day’s and will cherish the memories…but getting to actually lay on a lounger and drink a cocktail next to my husband by the pool is quite relaxing, not having to be in the water all day and hear “mommy look at me, watch me!” and turn into a wrinkled prune:) We’ll miss those day’s without “Littles” for the brief time before our children start to have children and we get to play with those darling grand babies….it could be a short window of time for some, so take joy in that time you get to have a little time for yourself and your spouse. See 40’s isn’t that bad!

40’s can bring your periods back like when you were a teenager!! Lucky they have a procedure called an ablation. Which makes it so you won’t ever have another period without effecting your hormones. I have had several girlfriends go this route and love it! “Couldn’t do that as a teenager!”

Sleeping changes in our 40’s and a lot of it has to do with our hormones…. Progesterone help’s us sleep and we started losing it in our 30’s…. If you have issues have them check that, before reaching for sleeping aids!  (once my hormones were regulated…I started sleeping like a teenager again!) 

Sex…Yes I said it! Sex can be the best you’ve ever had! See 40’s has some plus’s! I won’t go into detail…but this I am guessing has a big part to do with being comfortable in your own skin…you know who you are at 40….I am sure you can take where I am going with this from here:) wink!

Life over 40….I personally feel you know who you are in your 40’s and you can be in “your own skin” Nobody to impress, your career is on it’s way, your family is established, hopefully your marriage is strong and you’ve established your true friends and support system and if your really lucky your parents are still around and healthy to enjoy them too. Let’s face it as we age they do too. 

  Life will always have up’s and downs, twist and turns but really age is just a number…embrace it & laugh as you go….Just make sure to look Chic at every age:) WINK:) OX, D’Arcy

Are you experiencing something you didn’t know you would or think we should talk about? Comment below let’s help each other out:)

All opinions are my own, I am not a Doctor so please seek advice from a physician. I only promote brands that I truly love and believe in and this may contain affiliate links. Thank you for taking the time to read and for your support.

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My pick’s from Shopbop’s Spring Sale

April 11, 2018

One of My favorite time’s of the year SPRING…. And what a better way then to kick it off 

with Shopbop’s Spring sale…..Here’s what’s in MY cart….

Who doesn’t love a SALE?  20% off total order or if you spend over $500 you get 25% off USE code EVENT18  Here is just a few of my favorite Spring & Summer items that are in my cart.  There is so many cute items this season it was hard for me to pick just 20!

                                       ONE|TWO|THREE|FOUR|FIVE |SIX |SEVEN|                                       

                               EIGHT|NINE|TEN|ELEVEEN|TWELVE|THIRTEEN|
                        FOURTEEN|FIFTEEN|SIXTEEN|SEVENTEEN|EIGHTEEN

                                                          NINETEEN|TWENTY

I hope you enjoyed my picks and have fun checking out Shopbop. Hurry it’s only a 3 day SALE. I love if you have Amazon prime you get FREE shipping too.  Happy Shopping and please let me know your pick’s by commenting below!   

Do you have any styling questions for me leave a comment below and i’ll get answered in My Dear-D’Arcy Question and answer series! OX, D’Arcy

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Spring Beauty round up & A Fresh floral outfit

April 9, 2018

Spring outfit, Bright colors & white

Spring outfit, Bright colors & white

Spring outfit, Bright colors & white

Spring jacket similar here, and an affordable one here Summer dress similar here, and a floral one I love Here White wedge sandals similar here and must have bag here and another one I think you would love here!

spring bag

Cult Gaia Bamboo hand bag & old Juicy ring similar one here

Hello Beautiful’s,

Today I want to share with you some of my favorite products and some new favorite’s I have found for Spring. I am having Spring fever with all this rain and grey skies in Utah, I thought I would also share my latest “ready for Spring outfit” a fresh floral look I wore over the weekend and had tons of compliments on my jacket (that is over 20 years old!) It looks new because I really do only wear it a couple times every spring…It just screams SPRING with it’s bright colors and helps cure the blues! The colors make me happy and the large flowers reminds me of the 70’s which takes me back to my childhood! I really think you should buy clothing that speaks to you and if it brings back a memory even better!       Now to my Spring beauty round up….I know you will love these products like I do and I hope if you grab a couple you’ll come back here and comment your thoughts.

 

skin care

The perfect mask to make your skin glow! Bare minerals face mask

Coconut body glow

The product that gives your skin a little shimmer, while giving you moisture your skin needs!          BodyGlow by Kopari Beauty

Coconut body glow

You know I love anything coconut and this product is perfect for a light weight oil that helps give you moisture with out being sticky.  BodyOil By Kopari

beauty products

A Perfect product to help you Contour like a pro….Bare minerals bronzer & highlighter

Summer bronzer

We all need a great bronzer for Summer and this one you can use all over! Buxom Bronzer

Lip plumper

I am a sucker for a good lip gloss & it’s a plus if it has a plumper! I love all the colors and that it’s not sticky! Buxom lip gloss

nude shade eyeshadow pallet

I love a great nude palette, it’s perfect for that “no make up” look Buxom eyeshadow pallet

hair care product

All hair types need a great hair oil to keep our hair in tip top shape, special after the dry WINTER…. kerastase-elixir-ultime-original-oil-huile-sublime-hair-oil

Hair care product

kerastase resistance ciment therimque hair serum

Strengthening leave-in treatment for weak, over-processed and damaged hair.

 

Shopping some of my personal Favorite products perfect for Spring! (really any season) I linked all the products above but I am linking the shopping sites below as well.  So many great products sometimes it’s hard to choose.  Happy Shopping!

Buxom Cosmetics, Kerastase, Kopari, BareMinerals

Hello Beautiful

Musely Collagen & Multivitamin powder

Hello Beautiful by Musely is a collagen & multivitamin powder that you can add to coffee or your water bottle. That is suppose to increase skins firmness by 23%. We start loosing our collagen in our 20’s and because great skin doesn’t just happen with what you slather on top- it comes from within… I plan on using for 40 days and will report back to you. As I post this I noticed their having a SALE $26 instead of $35… Grab a box or 2 

Are you guy’s getting Spring fever or Spring cleaning? I started Spring cleaning over the weekend as well as organizing to get ready to sell our home to down size (I shared some of my organizing in my instagram stories view in highlights) This is the longest we have lived in a house (12 years) in our 25 years together and we decided now is the time to sell and build our dream smaller house (I already started sketching) …. Just in time for Spring cleaning!  Oh…the stuff I have collected over the last 12 years not to mention having owned 3 clothing stores….My props and seasonal items are out of control! So needless to say I have been working like crazy cleaning out, donating, organizing and down scaling (I’ll make sure to do a post on the whole house and every room before I de -personalize it)….I know some of you are saying “didn’t you just build your DREAM kitchen?” Yes..Yes I did and it took me years…and the counter tops go in a few day’s and I will share with you the finished product! It really is beautiful and I will miss not being able to enjoy it….sometimes that’s just the way live goes. Great things are always worth the wait! 

As they say Spring is a fresh start….BOY are we getting them…. exciting things happening…..Our oldest is graduating college, I am starting a new career and we’re selling our home! Good things happen in 3’s:) I did have to keep telling my self this a couple of months ago when bad thing’s happened in 3’s & happing in our life… Every time I turned around something big was breaking…I would remind myself “good things are happening, good things are happening!” Stay positive in the mist of a storm! It’s hard to do a lot of the time, I just kept putting my faith in God and knowing he was putting us on the right path. Boy..Sometimes his timing just takes sooo long:) So as I sit here rambling on, know what ever is happening in your live good or bad there’s always a fresh path or a “Spring” start no matter the season. 

May you have a wonderful Monday and go buy yourself a Spring treat you deserve it! OX, D’Arcy

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Nail art, Manicures and mugs!

March 30, 2018

Hello Beautiful’s

Today I thought I would share some of my nail art, manicures and some of my mug collection with you. If you have been following me for awhile on social media you know I love having cute nails and that I have an obsession with white, black and gold mugs. I hope you enjoy this quick little post and get some inspiration for your next manicure. (make sure to pin some idea’s to your Pinterest boards)

I have been collecting my manicure pictures for the last couple years with the idea of bringing you this post. It just so happened that several of my cute mugs I’ve been collecting also made it in. Seriously I can’t pass up cute mugs (my hubby joke’s we don’t need any more mugs! Although he’s the one that is always breaking my favorite ones!! (my Chanel mug…Missing)

My nail art over the years has been a mixture of Acrylic, Gel and nail polish. I have had 2 manicurist since moving to Utah 12 years ago. My First manicurist Sheridan I had for 10 years until she had to go and have babies! (cry) She did acrylic and hand painted the nail art. She is so talented and most of these photo’s is her work. I love how thin and natural she made the acrylic and I could throw any idea at her and she could paint it.  My Manicurist now is Tiffany, she does gel nails and keeps my nails and toes looking clean, polished and natural looking with on trend colors. She really is about color and your natural shape nail and doesn’t do much nail art. Both of their style’s I love and am happy to have been able to have found manicurist that can give me the looks I want while keeping my nails healthy & stylish.  

Do you love having cute nails? Are you a nail art girl or a simple polish look girl? Do you like natural shape, square or pointy and is your style short, long or pointy?  Gel, Dip, Acrylic or polish? I would love for you to comment your nail style! Tell me…comment below:)

Happy Good Friday….Go treat yourself to a manicure or pedicure! Wishing you a wonderful Easter weekend. Ox, D’Arcy

It’s almost Spring break I rounded up a couple of my favorite shops that are having BIG SALE’s so grab yourself some cute items to pack…. Need a cute bathing suit CUPSHE, Darling dresses, bags and shoes SHOPBOP, shorts, skirts and dresses BCBG  and my favorite tee shirts and tee shirt dresses Splendid,  Happy shopping!

mug collection

I thought since I brought up… I show you a quick little peek at some of my mug collection.

 

 

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5 Way’s to wear Camo pants

March 28, 2018

fur vest and camo pants

Fur vest and camo pants

Dressed up camo pants

pattern & texture mix

pattern mix outfit

Pattern mix Spring outfit

sorel boots

Casual look

casual look

Hello Beautiful’s,

Today I want to share a couple of fun tips with you!

Styling a pair of Camo pant’s 5 ways and different looks you can achieve with Camo pant’s, from casual to dressy. I love it when you can get different looks from one piece of clothing and I often tell my clients to think of more then one way to wear a piece of clothing before they purchase it. This really does help with over purchasing and finding piece you’ll get a lot of use out of.

Tips to camo….. First off you don’t have to stick to its Olive & black color theme.  In the first photo I did a playful outfit with a colorful fur vest! (that $8 deal I told you about in instastory!) The trick to this look is I anchored the bold vest with neutral black turtleneck and boots. The other tip is the vest had 2 of the colors in it as the camo, olive and black! This helps 2 patterns to play together. 

2nd outfit giving camo pants a dressier feel! Camo has a bit of a casual and weekend feel, but you can dress it up like I did here with pairing it with a chic black leather jacket, black turtle neck or sweater, and fun accessories and classic shoes.

3rd outfit is a great Winter weekend or casual outfit. Stripes with camo works when the stripe is bolder and has 1 color of the camo in it. In this case it’s a bold Black stripe. Paired with Winter accessories this gives a fun and playful vibe.

4th outfit is a fun way to add some Spring to your camo pants. I paired with a gingham off the shoulder top and an olive duster vest. The solid olive duster vest is what grounds the two patterns. Wearing the gingham and camo together only, you wouldn’t achieve the same look. Don’t have a olive duster? Think Olive jacket, vest or cardigan.

5th outfit is casual and piece’s everyone owns! Denim jacket, saying tee, Tennis shoes. Great look for a sports game, running kids around or shopping. This is a look that you can easily achieve and what makes it fun is the bold cuff bracelet.

A lot of these pieces are old and sold out but I am linking some similar pieces below along with some great sale items and SALES. Look in your closet and see what you have to try and copy one of the looks (or ALL)….Doesn’t have to be exact, Fashion is fun so play around with it. 

Do you have a question on styling or have an idea you would love to see in a post? Please leave a comment below and I would be happy to help.

I hope you have a wonderful week and be inspired to wear some camo! OX, D’Arcy

 

Shopping my looks:

Similar items: Muti colored vest 1 & vest 2 on sale, Camo jeggings, black turtle neck on Sale, Sorel boots, North face boots, olive duster vest or this  vest and this Darling Jacket, saying tee’s My Humble tee’s, Gingham shirt and some fun Spring pieces @BCBG and their having a huge 50% off Sale and Shopbop is having up to 70% off sale.

 

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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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Preppy Spring Sweater outfit 

2 clothing finds under $35
-Green, pink and orange stripe sweater perfect for Spring  fits tts 

-Pink gingham button up with ruffle collar and cuffs fits true to size, comes in several colors 

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—Pinch Me— 3 Beauty Product Every Midlife needs✔ —Pinch Me—

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~Invisible dry Shampoo for the perfect refresh on those no wash hair days…. Makes a great texturing spray too. 

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What I Wore… On our 30th Wedding Anniversary🤍🤍🤍 A What I Wore…
On our 30th Wedding Anniversary🤍🤍🤍

As a 54 year old Happily Married Lady🤍

One of the Outfits I Wore on Our Anniversary weekend. 

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This is your sign to… Get dressed up… And grab a This is your sign to…

Get dressed up…

And grab a coffee☕️

Because you deserve it

It’s the little things
In life… that can make
A BIG difference!

*When you get dressed,
Your mood gets lifted, you feel better… and when you take a little time for yourself, like grabbing your favorite drink at your favorite little shop, that 30 min for yourself,  helps you do better✔️

When you take time for YOU, YOU can do more for others.

Fill your cup….
Don’t drain your cup❤️❤️❤️

*Lessons we learn in aging
midlife is good✔️

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POV: Peddling is my Peek form. Entertaining, Home POV: Peddling is my Peek form.

Entertaining, Home projects, Tablescapes, Cooking, Gardening, Antiquing, and a love of Fashion, Family and Faith….

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Spring Wardrobe Basics By NYDJ youll wear on repe Spring Wardrobe Basics 
By NYDJ youll wear on repeat 

Outfit inspo

Red blouse with pleated  shoulder & back details 

Pinstriped chambray blue and white strip wide leg light weight pants.
So comfortable you’ll wear on repeat.
Pair with any color✔️✔️

Cashmere sweater by cotes of London ( I linked similar from quince ) 

Cap toe chambray ballet flats is a go to Spring shoe on trend

Lester bag by Paris 64 
One of my favorite little bags 

Red stretch belt with gold buckle (best seller) 2 pack so affordable

Allie & Bess bracelets stack 
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Come SHOP Ulta with me… Over 50 on a clean beauty Come SHOP Ulta with me…

Over 50 on a clean beauty mission while on a melanoma cancer journey✔️

 A few products I love, a couple I wanted to try, While searching for new items to replace “unhealthy products”

From Tanning drops, Cleansing oil, eye cream to a mini glow skin care set, sunscreen and hair care products!

Ulta makes it easy to shop with their Clean beauty Displays and clear signage, to find products that fit your needs.

From: Vegan, sulfate free, Clean Ingredients
Cruelty Free & 
Sustainable Packaging, 
Give Back brands

Come SHOP Ulta with me…

Over 50 on a clean beauty mission while on a melanoma cancer journey✔️

 A few products I love, a couple I wanted to try, While searching for new items to replace “unhealthy products”

From Tanning drops, Cleansing oil, eye cream to a mini glow skin care set, sunscreen and hair care products!

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What I am actually wearing this Spring…. Living in What I am actually wearing this Spring…. Living in Utah as a over 50 Wife, Mom, COCO and content Creator💋

Utah Weather in the Spring 🌱
Calls for layers….

Spring weather here can be “Schizophrenic” from a blizzard  To sunny and 60 in a day!

Although we’ve had an unusually strange winter this year, Spring still calls for layers.

Bundling up for the morning, and being able to take pieces off throughout the day, makes a great tip for Utah Springs.

I like classic pieces, in light colors and weights, yet work when layered to keep you warm.

Pieces you can mix and match, great wardrobe builders and add some texture.

- lighter weight & color long Wool coat , looks chic over shoulders, yet not to hot when on (I have a rain coat too) 

-Classic trousers are still trending and a great option to look more polished, shades of cream, tan and camel are great for Spring (works well with pastels too)

- Light weight, thinner ribbed mock neck turtleneck. I love the feel and fit of these. Affordable too.

- Vest are a great Spring layer, and the large Plaid/check in neutral shades keeps in classic and add interest. Yet, light enough for spring for layering and not sweat to death 😂
(I love linen vests too) 

- Adding texture with a fluffy & light fur on one shoulder (well still be seeing fur details for Spring)  Draped on one shoulder does add heat, like wearing around your neck does.

- Classic jewelry in gold & silver mix… and yes, I layered and stacked it on… classic pieces & yet layered gives your look a little edge. 

- Western suede pointed toe booties, elongate the leg, add more texture and keep your feet warmer but not too warm. 

Do you need layers in the Spring where you live?

❤️Follow for more Spring layer Outfits…. I have several style, color and on trend. While classic looks coming your way….

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—Sunday in the kitchen with D’Arcy— —Farm to Tab —Sunday in the kitchen 
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—Farm to Table—
Roasted  Spring  Vegetables 
—Easy Sheet pan Recipe—

🥕🍅🧅Garden or Farmers Market vegetables preferred…

 -Cup garden cherry tomatoes 🍅 

-Cup small baby potatoes 🥔 

-Cup sliced peppers 🫑 

-Tips of on bushel of thin asparagus 

1 cup baby carrots🥕

On a olive oiled sheet pan
Place vegetables 

1/2 cup diced onion 🧅 

Garlic chili peppers and spice mix ( I like Bella italia) 

Fresh rosemary and chives from the garden 🪏 🪴🫜

Top with:
Salt & pepper (I like sea salt & fresh ground pepper) 

Top with a generous amount of oilve oil

And the red onion, fresh herbs  and seasoning

Place in oven at 400
For about  30 mins , tossing ever so often

The perfect Spring side dish with a toasted chicken or Bbq

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Vacation mode: Headed somewhere warm✔️ I have the Vacation mode:
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I have the perfect cover-up,
Sun hat, beach/travel bag and the cutest bow flat sandals…

Affordable-crochet Cover up 
Fits tts and comes in other colors really affordable 

Bougee - raffia/straw tote/beach bag 

 best selling sun hat year after year 

Leather bow flat sandals -  comfy and so cute

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4 Spring Jackets Under $36 -Light weight -Stylis 4 Spring Jackets 
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-Light weight -Stylish- and easy layers you’ll wear all season long.

❤️The leopard one is on SALE $19.99

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30 years of Marriage💍 I prayed for this man, and 30 years of Marriage💍

I prayed for this man, and there’s no one I’d rather do life with🤍🙏🏻

Here’s 16 words of advice we’ve stuck with🤍🤍🤍

Which slide is your favorite?

Share with me what is a piece of advice you live by in your marriage?

Not Married, which one are you going to want to follow?

#happyanniversarymylove #couplegoals❤️ #30years #growold
This Chapter…. My Melanoma Cancer Journey Shari This Chapter…. 
My Melanoma Cancer Journey 

Sharing my journey this far…Today, is 3 week post surgery.
 
Being told you have cancer is a roller coaster of emotions…
This is a journey none of us think you’re going to head down.

You can choose so many different paths to let your brain and emotions go…

I choose to give it to God, and to ask for your prayers, along with following my heart.

I knew I needed to stay positive and trust the process.
(Did I have scary thoughts and some tears, YES, Yes I did) 
But, honesty it wasn’t long. 

Once I gave it over, and trusted him and the process, along with asking for your prayers. 

I was at complete peace. Thank you for all my prayer warriors, I know I got the results I did because of you and your prayers. 

I’ve been told, I am strong, a warrior and so brave for sharing my journey. 
Honestly, I truly don’t feel that way at all, I fell like it’s a process to share, to help others and to help it not feel as scary! 

I didn’t know what to expect,  didn’t know what having my face cut up, or knowing what any of the processes or procedures were (I would have loved to have known…)

If I was going through this and these emotions, so were others. 

My hope in sharing  the journey, would help others to know the importance of getting your skin checked. 
In knowing the processes, and knowing we can do scary things, and we can get through them.

They say it takes a village to raise kids, but it also takes a village & prayers to get through life.🙏🏻

Thank you for all your support, love, prayers, DMs and messages of support.
I couldn’t have done it without all of you🙏🏻

Tomorrow is my first laser🙏🏻💪🏻
I’ll share who that goes in stories tomorrow 😉

⚠️Please note Melanoma is a very aggressive Skin cancer and is very different than other “skin cancers” I explained more about this in my prior lives.

⚠️Share this post, if you know someone going through melanoma ⚠️

🚨make a skin check appointment 

🚨Go get your skin checked

Blog post with all the details coming…..

#melanomacancer #skincancer #skincancerawareness #cancerjourney
3 Things I’m GOOD at…. ~Decorating ~Spending Mone 3 Things I’m GOOD at….

~Decorating
~Spending Money
~Spending Money on Decorating

A little humor… All jokes aside…

What’s 3 things you’re GOOD at?

Hope you’re having a day full of Blessings and love🙏🏻

#womenempowerwomen #midlifestyle #midlifejourney #cozyhomes
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dism “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10

19 WAYS to bring peace and joy in your life…
In these unsettling times🙏🏻 

➡️Slide through the 20 photos 
For my Easy and mostly free 19 ways to encourage you to gave PEACE & JOY 🤍🤍🤍🤍

⚠️Tell me which ones you want to try and practice or already incorporate 🙏🏻😉 Or share an idea that might help others⬇️

Practice peace-Which brings Joy🙏🏻

May you have a day full of Love and Gods Blessings🙏🏻🤍

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A JOY in Midlife….is getting to spend time with yo A JOY in Midlife….is getting to spend time with your mom.

A nail day is always a treat.
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A relaxing experience & time to catch up, while enjoying a yummy beverage and great atmosphere.

Nailed hand files (no drills or harmful chemicals ) and a wonderful & friendly staff to chat with. 

I chose Opi Cajun Shrimp and Mom did Candy Apple Red and a sparkle tip.

Looking for a unique gift or want to add a blow out or maybe you’d like a facial? 
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📦 Largest Haul📦 Part 3 Amazon Finds You’d never 📦 Largest Haul📦 Part 3

Amazon Finds 
You’d never guess✔️

Great quality and so good❤️

Styling several of the pieces you watched me unbox…Slide to see 19 looks and over 25 pieces ✔️✔️✔️

You’ll have to come back for part 4… to see the rest of the pieces 📦📦📦

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“It’s not what you spend but how you wear it that “It’s not what you spend but how you wear it that counts. The key is often to dress up inexpensive basics with accessories. Something like a beautiful designer bag, beautiful shoe  or belt can make everything else look richer and more luxurious. “

Come shopping with me…

—Nordstrom—
Bags & Shoes

Which is your favorite? 

I know what’s on my list…

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Amazon Home Finds I tell my Besties about… As a 5 Amazon Home Finds
I tell my Besties about…

As a 54  year old 
Wife, Mom, COCO
And Homebody

Details on the Photos side for my picks➡️

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