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Dear D'Arcy

By D'Arcy Vandenberg


Staying on The Right track….Life’s track

May 18, 2017

cold shoulder shirt with hobo bag on the railroad tracks

cold shoulder shirt with hobo bag on the railroad tracks

cold shoulder shirt with hobo bag on the railroad tracks

 

cold shoulder shirt with hobo bag on the railroad tracks

 

 

cold shoulder shirt with hobo bag on the railroad tracks

hobo sheila bag

hobo sheila bag

Life’s Track….Let’s face it life has us going in multiple directions and filling many shoes! Staying focused and keeping on track is hard! I found some simple way’s to help me stay focused, accomplish tasks and manage my time better to make sure I am staying on the right track!   

 I love list to keep me motivated. I am always writing… goals, prayers, dreams, thoughts and Ideas. Starting at the First of the Year I write a Big list for the Year…. Then I break it down into Months,weeks and even day’s. This helps me stay organized and also  keeps the BIG picture attainable… More about this in my Prior post Monday motivation….I can look back and make sure I am on track for the Year! 

A planner… not just a monthly planner but also has a daily calendar and note section. This is really helpful for time management. Having a place to store all of your appointments, schedule, kids schedules, meetings, deadlines, orders and social activities in one place keeps you organized and not over booked. Being able to look at a month at a glance helps you to be able to plan your week…. This keeps you focused while helping your time management skill’s. Take the little time it takes to plan your week and writing it down for daily tasks really helps. You can Account for what you need to get accomplished on a daily basis making the Big picture seem smaller while keeping you on track!  

It’s important to note you might not get ALL your Daily task done, but checking off the ones you did get accomplished makes you feel good and shows progress! Now just take note of what you didn’t finished and make that a priority to finish tomorrow. 

A little reminder I tell myself Daily….”Work Hard, Stay Motivated, Count your blessings and PRAY!”  This helps me to Remember my Goals & dreams and with God ALL things are possible!

Here’s to “Staying on the Right track!”  OX, D’Arcy

 

Hobo Bag, Jeans sold out Similar here Necklace one of a kind similar Here, Cold shoulder shirt only available in shop (Chic Style Utah)

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How to Pattern mixing in 4 easy steps

May 11, 2017

 

pattern mixing

blush vest, stripe skirt, floral top mixing patterns with ease

blush vest, stripe skirt, floral top mixing patterns with ease

blush vest, stripe skirt, floral top mixing patterns with ease

lace up shoe nordstrom

Striped skirt (old) Floral tank (chic style) Blush shoes (Nordstrom sold out)  Earrings (jCrew)  

Have you ever wondered how to mix up patterns? I get asked this question a lot!  “How do you know what work’s?” Here is a couple easy way’s, I found that makes playing with pattern easy.

  1. Make sure to have a small print and a large! As shown above the floral is a large print and the stripe is a small. It works too…If the small was the floral and the large was a wide stripe. It gives balance.
  2. Make sure the patterns work in the same color pallet!  As shown above Blush always pairs well with grey! Like red goes with black:)
  3. Having a solid colored item like the blush vest, helps break it up! Think layers!
  4. Don’t think about it to hard…Clothing is suppose to be fun and a way to express yourself!  “PLAY” with your clothes, mix and match, you’ll get way more out of your wardrobe!

See…  4 easy tips  to help you Mix up patterns!  Happy Thursday! OX, D’Arcy

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Tuesday’s Tip day= 4 Instant Tanner’s to try… Yes or No

May 9, 2017

Self Tanner’s= Mousse, spray and powder! What results did I get?

photo before spray tan

Before

mac sundressing spray bronzant

mac sundressing spray bronzant

mac sundressing spray bronzant Photo of using it

After

Mac Sun dressing Spray Bronzant I love this product! Just look at the before and after photo’s! If you want a deep dark tan this is your product! It comes out like a mousse and you rub it on where you want color. You can see where it is going and does NOT streak! Make sure to wash hands after!  When I purchased this I did not know it was a limited edition product and is now sold out, but don’t worry you can buy the same product (I linked it for you) but for legs! It’s the same product and you can use everywhere! The only down fall is it doesn’t last after a shower!  You need to reapply the next day!  Bonus:SMELLS NICE!  TIP: I found if I let dry it did not come off on my clothes.

air brush Fake bake

Fake Bake Air brush, shown in photo I used on my legs in both of these photos and this product is awesome! Give a great natural looking tan and goes on easy. You can also layer like I did to get a darker tan shown in photo with can.  This one I do in shower after I am all dried off and I need my hubby to spray my back side. It spray’s evenly and you can see where it goes. Doesn’t streak or turn orange, smells weird but doesn’t keep it’s scent. Let dry before getting dressed and it does NOT COME OFF ON YOUR CLOTHES!  

using fake bake tanner

body glow by Estee Lauder

Here we have the Estee Lauder Body glow, sheer Bronzing Mousse! I do not care for this one! It’s kind of gritty and a little too Orange… It does give a glow & smells nice but comes of on your clothes! I would not purchase again! I have had mine along time  ( because I’ve never really loved it!) Estee Lauder started making a new product Here that I might need to try! Note the glow of my hands…that’s what it did to my legs! Leg photo hard to see the color!

using the body glow by Estee Lauder

instant bronzing shimmer powder

Instant bronzing shimmer powder Victoria secrets! Ok… guy’s this one I have had soooo long that VS no longer makes! ( I found 4 on ebay and linked it above!)  It lasts forever and I have been using it every Spring & summer since I bought it! Seriously Years and seems like it’s always full!  I love the glow it gives, note the simmer on my legs! Really easy to apply and you can see right where your putting it! great to highlight legs, shoulders, and collar bones! I will be sad when it’s all gone 1 day! 

Tip: Before using self tanning product do a good body scrub to exfoliate off all the dry skin. You’ll get a better tan with no streaks!

Tip: Gradual Tanning lotions… My favorite is the Jergans natural glow….Doesn’t smell bad and really does give you a look of color after 3 day’s of use. Make sure to rub in really well around ankles and knees. Wash hands after applying!

So excited about warmer weather and showing off our tan’s! OX, D’Arcy

Let me know if you have a favorite tanning product below! I would love to try it!

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide

May 8, 2017

Judy B swim wear

massage table

capri blue candles volcano

apple watch

fit bit

Athleta stripes Chaturang Capri

Judy b Swim wear

Dry bar

Minky blanket

designskin phone cases

Mother’s Day is Fast approaching! Here are some of my favorite things and some things I would love to have that make for great gift’s any Mom would love!

  1. Judy B swim wear = I love the quality, the fit and that this company is woman owned and made in the USA.  I adore the long sleeve one piece (Jet) for paddle boarding and water sports! Perfect gift for mom’s that love Summer & water!
  2. Massage= A 1 hour massage is just what a busy mom needs! Relaxing and time just for herself. If she has a favorite spa get her a gift certificate there. If she doesn’t have a favorite spa, google ones in your area and look up there ratings. My Favorite is New image.
  3. Candle= My personal favorite is Capri Blue, volcano scent! the scent is to die for and smells up your whole home. great price point $29.99-36.99 and burns for 80 hours!
  4. I Watch by Apple= I have been trying to decide if I want the Apple watch or to get a new fit bit! I have been trying hard to stay on top of my work outs and calorie intake! starts at $269 Would make a great gift for a work out mama! I like the rose gold! Mother’s day sale happening with link!
  5. Fit bit= Decisions Decisions…Starts at $129.95 (having a big Sale in the link provided)
  6. Athleta work out pants= Stripe Chaturang capri work out pant $64 What mom that works out doesn’t want new work out gear?  
  7. Tassel clutch= Tassel’s are all the rage and resort looking bags are a huge hit this Summer! This cutie is affordable and so fun $22.99 I have had my on a few and they’ve been over $150 ouch!
  8. Lipstick= I don’t know a lady that doesn’t love a fabulous lipstick! This one is pure luxury from its beautiful case and smooth buttery glide your mom will enjoy the splurge! $37 note color shown is Rouge Volupte shine #44  NOTE: Free engraving on this site!   How fun to give mom a lip stick that is engraved with a special saying or her monogram!
  9. Pinata Tassel earrings= one of the biggest trend this year! statement earrings and tassel’s $36
  10. Blow out= Give your mom a Blow out from her favorite hair dresser or Blow our bar! My personal Fav is Dry Bar! We don’t have one in Utah but I still ask for gift certificates to them because when I am in a town that has one, I run there!
  11. Minky Couture Blanket= This isn’t just any blanket! This is the BEST blanket and softest blanket you’ll ever own! Once you’ve had a Minky you’ll never want another blanket to touch your skin! Every member of my family has one! (yes…the boy’s too!) I love the monster size or adult $85-125  I have a 45% off code for you BESSTYET45….So hurry and go grab one!
  12. Designskin leather phone cases= I am in love with the quality and function of these great cell phone case! make a great gift $29-62 I have a 30% off code for you to use until 5/14/17 use code= DARCY030

How did you like my Top 12 pick’s for Mother’s day? Let me know by leaving a comment below! OX, D’Arcy

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Cinco de Mayo= Friday Bar cart

May 5, 2017

Cinco de Mayo barcart styling

Cinco de Mayo barcart styling

Cinco de Mayo barcart styling

Cinco de Mayo barcart styling

Cinco de Mayo barcart styling

Cinco de Mayo barcart styling

Cinco de Mayo barcart styling

Cinco de Mayo barcart styling

Cinco de Mayo barcart styling

colorful flags for  Mexican date night

Cinco de Mayo bar cart styling! 

I don’t know about you but this California girl loves Mexican food! By now you know I love styling my bar cart for parties and social hours!  So having Cinco de Mayo on a Friday was pretty exciting to me! (I know doesn’t take a lot to get me excited for a party!) 

I drew my Inspiration from this photo above while on a photo shoot a couple weeks ago! I loved the bright colors of the paper flags and knew I had to mimic for my Friday Cinco de Mayo bar cart! Bright colors Margaritas and chips & salsa….Well and Maybe a shot of tequila! Is whats on our cart for tonight!  We’ll be serving nachos and a taco bar as well and I am so hungry I can’t wait!

Have you tried Skinny Girl mixers? Yummy, pour or Ice add a shot and a twist of lime! Super easy and great on the calories! YAY!

If you have any questions on the above items or on How to style your Bar Cart comment below and I’ll be happy to help! Otherwise Look for next weeks Mother’s Day cart….

Have a wonderful weekend! Ox, D’Arcy

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Don’t be discouraged by closed doors!

May 4, 2017

 

Mikarose stripe jersey dress, vogue Sunglasses, red door outfit

Mikarose stripe jersey dress, vogue Sunglasses, red door outfit

Mikarose stripe jersey dress, vogue Sunglasses, red door outfit

Lila Dress  , shoe converse, sun glasses Nordstrom Sold out

Don’t be discouraged by closed doors!  

Today I am sharing with you some of my belief’s and little “pep talk’s” I give myself when a door closes or discouragement set in.

We all have goal’s and dreams and some times things just don’t go as we planned. Getting discouraged is really easy!  I have had many doors close on me in my life that I just wanted to Prior OPEN!!! As I have gotten older I have learned to trust God. YES FAITH!  “dare to BELIEVE” and the Right doors OPEN… The doors God has in store for you! Sometimes it’s not in our timing but in his!  When I learned to trust God and Pray, Pray a lot! I noticed I didn’t get discouraged or disappointed when a door closed or even SLAMMED into my face! I realized something better was coming. (Now don’t stop trying and working towards those goal it’s not going to just get handed to you!) I believe a closed door is God’s way of protecting you from taking the wrong path…A bigger and better door will OPEN!

Walt Disney was turned down by 300 banks before he got a loan to build Disneyland! Now…I don’t know if Walt believed in God but I do know he had FAITH in himself  and determination to Build his dream! He did not give up! He had many doors close but finally the one he needed OPENED!

God has BIG plans for you trust him to guide you through the right doors. Remember God puts people in your life or in your path to help you! It’s ok not to do everything yourself. Draw strength from each other. “When we come together in faith, Great things happen!” I have to tell this to myself all the time!  I am a control freak and want things done correct or My way….So I end up doing it ALL by myself to be assured it’s DONE and done correct!  Draw strength from each other it’s ok to let go sometimes!

When we come together in faith, great things happen! 

Sometimes the reminder of reaching your Highest Potential is Put God first and allow the people he puts in your path to help you to OPEN more doors! 

Trust in yourself, BELIEVE in yourself, work hard, follow your dreams and let God be your guide…Your doors will OPEN! 

Become who God created you to be….

May you have many doors OPEN! OX,  D’Arcy

 

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Tuesday’s Tip: Gym Motivation

May 2, 2017

Tuesday's Tip: Gym Motivation

Tuesday's Tip: Gym Motivation

 

Tuesday's Tip: Gym Motivation

Tuesday's Tip: Gym Motivation

Tuesday's Tip: Gym Motivation

Tuesday's Tip: Gym Motivation Quote

Tuesday’s tip is a couple of  way’s I stay Motivated to go to the gym!

1= I lay out my Gym clothes the night before… I know that sounds crazy but it really does help me. Plus you save time in the morning when your tired and hurrying to get the kids off to school!

2=I go right after I drop my son off at school! Then my day doesn’t get away from me. If I wait…Other things become more important!

3= Starting my day off right… with a workout just feels better! Even on mornings I just don’t feel like it…once I am done I was glad I did it!

4=Summer is coming!!!   Well maybe we do live in UTAH!

5=Knowing I am burning 500/600 calories….FOOD I love food!

6= Cute workout clothes help to keep me motivated…”Treat yourself to a new outfit when you reach a goal?”

7=I feel much better when I work out! I remind myself of this because it’s easy to skip a workout then you skip 2 or 3 then all of a sudden you’ve stopped for a month or two!

8= Being over 40…It’s true your body changes and staying active really does help gravity and health.

I could list a few more but I think you get the point I need a lot of Motivation to get to the gym! I would rather lay in bed with a cup of tea and scroll through instagram! OXOXOX, D’Arcy

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Walking towards your dreams…. Monday Motivation

May 1, 2017

Monday Motivation, Gingham, wedges and distressed denim outfit

Monday Motivation, Gingham, wedges and distressed denim outfit

Monday Motivation, Gingham, wedges and distressed denim outfit

Gingham Top sold out similar here, Wedges sold out Similar here, Kut from the kloth shark bite hem sold out similar here distressed jeans, Louis Vuitton Never full large bag, Rayban  sunglasses

Monday Motivation, Gingham, wedges and distressed denim outfit

Monday Motivation, Gingham, wedges and distressed denim outfit

Monday Motivation, Gingham, wedges and distressed denim outfit

Happy May day Beautiful’s! 

A New Month can mean a fresh start or for me a look at my progress on my goals. I take joy in looking back on my list’s to see my little victories.  I love list to keep me motivated. I am always writing… goals, prayers, dreams, thoughts and Ideas. Starting at the First of the Year I write a Big list for the Year…. Then I break it down into Months,weeks and even day’s. This helps me stay organized and also  keeps the BIG picture attainable… Taking little steps along the way allows you to see your making progress and helps keep you motivated.  I truly believe if you don’t see process you become frustrated and can let your dreams and goals slip away.  

Another way I stay motivated is reading these few quotes daily… 

” I can do all this through him who gives me strength. “Philippians 4:13

“Don’t fear failure! Fear being in the same place next year as you are today!” unknown

“Do what you have to do until you can do what you want to do.” Oprah

“Stay Positive, work hard, and make it happen.”

“Everything you do now is your future.  Think about that.” Unknown

It’s never to late to start Your list and Make you dreams a reality! OX, D’Arcy

 

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Tuesday Tip: Prepping outfit’s for your week…

April 25, 2017

prepping your clothes for the week

prepping your clothes for the week

prepping your clothes for the week

prepping your clothes for the week #flatlay

prepping your clothes for the week #flatlay

prepping your clothes for the week #flatlay

prepping your clothes for the week #flatlay

prepping your clothes for the week #flatlay

prepping your clothes for the week #flatlay

prepping your clothes for the week #flatlay

Happy Tuesday Tip Day!

Are you a busy mom or Career Girl or heck Both?

Today I wanted to Share with you one of MY time saving tricks. Just like Meal prep…It takes a little time but is a huge pay off when its done. Not to mention the amount of time saved… standing in your closet STARING at your clothes! BEEN there?

First= Look up the weather for the week… This allows you to organize the correct types of outfits for your week. Here in Utah you can go from Winter to Summer in A day! (I do my Outfit prep on Sunday)

Second= Look up your schedule for the week. This allows you to see if you need other outfits besides your normal work day outfits. (date night, bridal or baby shower, Special meeting, Church or event etc.)

Third= Have a space you can Hang them… A spot in Your closet, a garment hook, clothing rack or Garment rack. I have a clothing rack Shown above that holds about 8 organized outfits. You can Find RACK here. This rack is affordable and takes up very little space. It can even fit in most peoples walk in closet. I use these for my clients closets, perfect for a their weeks worth of outfits. 

Now for the fun part… Assembling your outfits! I like to put everything you need for the outfit on the Hanger. Top, Bottom and accessories. I then pick out what shoes and bags go with each outfit. ( If the bag is a clutch or small bag I hang that on hanger as well.) I then line all the outfits on rack according to the week, line up shoes underneath. (If I am doing this for a customer I take a picture of outfit all the pieces and clip to the hanger)  This process can take 1-2 hours depending on how fast you are at looking at your clothes and mixing it up.   I promise you it’s worth the time prepping your Clothes for the Week! If you haven’t done this before…You’ll be thanking me:)

Now….You’ll have all this extra time in your week! What will you do with it?  

I would love to know if you try this tip & comment below:)

Have a beautiful week! OX, D’Arcy

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Knowing your body type…and Dressing for it!

April 24, 2017

Knowing your body type...Shirt dress & Bauble bar Jewelry

Knowing your body type...Shirt dress & Bauble bar Jewelry

Knowing your body type...Shirt dress & Bauble bar Jewelry

Knowing your body type...Shirt dress & Bauble bar Jewelry

Denim Shirt dress sold out, similar here , wedge here, jewelry Bauble bar sold out this would work  here & here,  clutch with Tassel BCBG sold out, similar here or here

 

 

Hello Beautiful’s! 

Today I am chatting about knowing your body and what works on it!  All of our bodies have a strengths and weakness. For instance My strength is my long legs and my weakness is I am square, no waist and I hold any extra weight in my middle area. I am a Ruler= Straight up & down! With this type of a build I am going to play up my legs and draw attention away from my middle. This is why Shirt dresses work great for me (above) It flatters my figure. While Shirt/shift dresses work on Almost every figure, Its shorter style and no waist line make’s it’s my go to in a dress choice.  I don’t wear Dresses that draw attention to the waist, have a  belt at the waist or the Popular wrap dresses because it isn’t flattering on me.  Now for a person that has a little waist It’s a perfect.  (some would say wearing a belted dress gives my square shape a shape!!! It does not…it just make me look square) This is one of the reasons to know what works on YOUR body! You need to feel comfortable and confident!

When you know what works on your body it makes shopping easier and you know what styles you can eliminate.  Now this doesn’t mean you have to purchase the same styles time after time! It just means you have a better sense of the styles you are looking for. Boy does this help in the try on rooms!! 🙂

I have found with my body type I look better in pencil skirts verses A line skirts because A line skirts draw attention to waist and have flowy fabric around the leg area, where a pencil skirt draws attention to my legs and is structured for a more tailored look that suits my shape. 

Knowing what works helps you to look and feel your best everyday! Why try to wear something just because it’s in Fashion if it doesn’t look good on your body, you won’t feel Fabulous!  Dressing for your body type will change how you look and purchase clothes!  Most of all, You will Always feel great!  For more about dressing for YOUR body TYPE, I found a great article for you over at Who Whore What .

If you have any questions or want some tips from me on what I think would look great on you.  Please leave a comment below and I will have you send me some photo’s of you via email, and I’ll be happy to send YOU your personal styling tips:)

Thank you for reading Dear D’Arcy, OX D’Arcy

 

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D’Arcy

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Welcome to my blog, Where I share Fashion and lifestyle over 40. A Former Clothing Boutique owner, Interior designer by Trade! Boy mom, Sharing Tips, DIY’s, Recipes, Home inspiration, Ways to style what you own and create ways to look & feel stylish at any age! I love a good deal and I adore luxury! I share how I mix both. While sneaking in Chats about midlife issues. Midlife Now, isn’t what it was for our moms!
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Summer Time favorite Moment’s… A little Saturday S Summer Time favorite Moment’s…
A little Saturday Series, I am doing to finish out Summer…
we officially have 4 more weeks left of Summer☀️🪴🪏🌻

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

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

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

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

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

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

Live life| Summertime moment’s| create the life you want to live| Romanize your daily life | style over 50 | farmers market| utah Famers markets|

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

—The Gingham Edit—-

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

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

Which one’s your favorite?

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

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

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

Fits tts and has pockets

Wearing a strapless built in bra top in brown  tts 

Brown  slide Sandals  with  buckle another affordable find 

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

Gold hoops 

Cashmere sweater over shoulder by quince

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

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

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

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

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

Girls Night Out-but IN Outfit ✔️
 

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

⚠️Save 15% off with my code:
In link

 -semi cropped back zip sweatshirt 

Both pants and sweatpants in color poppy

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

Nude ankle strap kitten heal 
Tts and so affordable 

Julie voz jewelry

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

The prices say Walmart but the quality says Potterybarn🍂🍁

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

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

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

Grab NOW.. these pieces will sell out⬇️

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

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

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

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

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

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

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3 ways to wear| midlife style| fashion tip| utah influencers | style over 50
Happy Sunday Pretty Ladies❤️ Today’s “ In the Kit Happy Sunday Pretty Ladies❤️

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

🍏🍎Apple Cinnamon Cake Muffin Recipe:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

🛍️On sale too ✔️

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Perfectly Dried Hydrangea’s every time.

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

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

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

Do you have Hydrangeas in your garden?

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

🍋Is perfect for those lemon lovers🍋

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

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

https://www.dear-darcy.com/easy-meyer-lemon-pound-cake-recipe/

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

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

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

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

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

This is a dress you can do just that with✔️

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

Normally $59 NOW $20

If it was PotteryBarn it would be $159

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

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

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

💄 the lipstick bslm you’ll love
WA - color

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

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

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

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

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Have a beautiful Sunday

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

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

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

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

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

The mask I was unexpectedly surprised with… 

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

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

⚠️Reminder to Make your skin check appointment ❤️

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

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

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

Have a beautiful weekend Pretty Ladies❤️

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Midlife| thoughts| protecting peace| protecting what’s important | linen dress| linen blazer
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