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Dear D'Arcy

By D'Arcy Vandenberg


Subscription Box Craze!

Monthly Subscription boxes: March deliveries…

Ipsy= A $10 a month subscription box with Make up/cosmetic sample’s and a cute little Bag…. Check it out Here …. I loved this month’s bag and loved everything in it! Normally I like 1 or 2 things and most of the bags I save for little gifts, along with the samples I don’t want. This Months Bag will make it into my purse or use as a little clutch. This box is more Make up driven normally! check it out Here & GET A FREE MAC LIP Stick .Ipsy Coupon – Free MAC Lipstick Sampler With Your First Month of Ipsy!

BirchBox= $10 a month Cosmetic and make up sample box…This Box gives you more samples and no bag, but honestly they give you popular items I was wanting to try and more skin & hair driven! I personal like getting more Skin and Hair sample’s verses make-up. Check it out here.. BirchBox 

Rocksbox $25 a month, this is a BARROW for as long as you want monthly Jewelry box… So basically they send 3 pieces off your WISH list and you wear until your tired of them or if YOU must have forever you purchase them…You send back in a prepaid envelope and then they send you another set!  This Box is great if you get bored with your jewelry, want to try out the latest trends or simply don’t buy a lot of jewelry. You can try out without being committed! I have really enjoyed getting this monthly box…and you can FREEZE it, if your needing a break.  Try it here For FREE for 1 month   www.rocksbox.com  referral Code darcybff18 I think you’ll really love it!

Honest co. This was a Free not FREE trial kit for $5.95 shipping to try there product…Then you get auto signed up for a Honest essential bundle for $35.95 a month that comes with 5 FULL sized products. Unless you cancelled in 7 days from time received….The products were travel sized and smelled good, it’s great there’s no harmful chemicals …But really nothing Wowed me..I cancelled! can check it out here Honest.com

BootayBag=$12 a month for two pairs of pretty lace panties. You pick what kind cheeky or thong or mix, your size (and true size) They surprise you with the style and colors! I love pretty panties and I am picky about comfort and fabric! I have loved every pair, great value $5 a pair if you think $1 each for shipping and I love they give $1 to Melanoma foundation if you post a picture.  Check it out Here Bootay Bag

chic Style box Monthly Subscription www.chicstylebox.com

Chic StyleBox= $21.99 a month for $30-45 worth of fashion accessories & Beauty & lifestyle treats…This box changes with the season and it’s a fun surprise to see what the theme is. You can keep items you like or give as gifts. I love having Items on hand I can make a great gift up for a quick (oh…It’s your Birthday let’s go to lunch!) I think this box is a great value, shipping is included! check it out Here Chic Stylebox 

 Boxes I get but not on a Monthly basis are as follows:

Hello Fresh…Meals to prepare shipped right to your door! I get the Family 3 meals every other month or so and is super yummy, healthy and easy to prepare (My boys can do it) Try it Here for 50% off your first month Hello Fresh

Grove Collaborative…This is a Great natural Home cleaning supply company has wonderful products I love and healthy to use for our home! I love the smells! I get this every couple of months just as I am running out of cleaning supplies! Easy 1 less thing I have to remember at the store!!  check it out Here Grove

Just Fab….This is a monthly shoe club $39.99 but you can skip whenever you want, so I get maybe 2 times a year! check it out here Just Fab right Now there having 20% 0ff first month!

Fabletics…. A monthly workout outfit from $49-69 for 2-3 pieces in a fun selection just for you! You can also skip any month, so I get about 3-4 outfits  a year! Great Quality and fit! Check out here Fabletics

Fun fit Fab...This is a 4 Times a year seasonal Box  for $49.99 each and you get $200 worth of product! It is full size product and and assortment of Hot products, Trendy gifts, a touch of fashion or life style really fun surprise box! Check it out here FUNFITFAB get 10% off right Now and its shipping this month!

I guess you could Call me A subscription box Junkie! I love Happy mail, I love to try new things, it’s easy shopping and I alway’s have a gift on hand! It’s a great way to see what’s NEW and what’s on trend without always having to research or head to a ton of stores. Most Subscription boxes are a great value for what your getting. What I really love is Most All of these business where started as a small business and built up! Most have a great cause behind them or wonderful charity! I love supporting companies that give back or are a small Family business. If you haven’t tried a monthly Subscription or a Home delivery you really should it’s quite delightful! OX, D’Arcy

 I am in NO way sponsored by any of these companies and these are my personal opinions! 



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  1. jennifer Burns says

    April 6, 2017 at 9:49 am

    Great info! This was really helpful!

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    • D'Arcy Vandenberg says

      April 10, 2017 at 6:20 pm

      Yay! So glad I shared:)

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Hello my name is D’Arcy and I am a 54 year old , s Hello my name is D’Arcy and I am a 54 year old , styling Gingham & mixing Carmel and orange for a Fall transition look….while sharing a little advice✔️😉

What makes you happy?
A smile…
A good cup of Coffee…
A cute outfit…
Exercise….

Slide through my photos … to see my thoughts…

❤️🍂Number 3 is really important and 8 is the TRUTH

Want my affordable outfit details  and the links?

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I’ve always been an old soul… 🖼️I started collect I’ve always been an old soul…

🖼️I started collecting antiques when I was 16… I didn’t want a car, I fell in love with an Antique dresser and mirror and asked for that as my Birthday present.

🪏I started gardening and baking along side my mom, probably in a high chair❤️

🍎Which lead to winning my elementary schools pie baking contest when I was in the 2nd grade..🍏Apple pie) with applies from our yard.

📚In the 3rd grade I won a hot air balloon ride for 📚reading the most books in elementary school that year.

🎨In the 5th grade I started a handmade card club at school to drop off a senior centers 

🍽️my love of entertaining, started in elementary school, For fun I would plan dinners(my mom and I would shop for them & I would cook for my family as well as set the tables pretty, have ready when my family came home. 

I had a mom who taught and shared her love of hospitality, creativity and “grandma hobbies” way before I could fall in love with Martha Stewart as a young teenager in the 80’s..

Not only did I want 17 magazine & vogue, I wanted Martha steward living, better homes and garden, Ina Gardens cook books, and anything made by Ralph Lauren .

I got my real first job at 15 (so I could buy (RL) at the cutest home decor and interiors shop, owned by the most creative and talented lady (Susie), who gave me my love of wallpaper, and playing with pretty things… I was doing her window displays at both her shops by 16… 

🌸So, I guess you could say … yes, I Skipped the midlife crisis, and  I’ve been doing “Grandma Hobbies”  my whole life!

Now… if I could just get someone to teach me Mahjong … I Really need a reason to buy these tortoiseshell scallop tile holders, pretty tiles and set a gorgeous table😉🤣

Fun fact -I grew geraniums in clay pots in my bedroom in high school… 
- I’ve had weekly fresh flowers in my home since I was 19 , even if i had to go pick wild flowers.  I’ve just lifts your mood, brings cheer to a space and makes me happy.

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Over 50- Utah living- lover of my family
I find the hidden gems, so you don’t have to. 9 I find the hidden gems, so you don’t have to. 

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I tell me “Besties’s about”…

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-Cutest drying rack
-Honey/Syrup dispenser 
-dish soap/handsoap/candle holder 
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Midlife awakening…. So many good things happen wh Midlife awakening….

So many good things happen when you get older…..❤️❤️❤️

-You’re wiser!
-You  don’t care what people think
-You dress for yourself not others
-You love time at home
- You’ll drop everything for your grandbabies 

Best thing…YOU DON’T have to put up with anything you don’t like!❤️❤️❤️

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Name one thing you love in midlife…

🍂A little affordable Western outfit
- Suede dress you’d think was Anthro and yet is so affordable and flattering
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-turquoise necklace ring & bracelets 
-Suede fringe bag $30🍂🍁🍂🍁

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Styling not your basic white button up & Snakeskin jeans

One Base Outfit 3 looks …

Slide ➡️to see 3 outfit inspos … all the details of these NOT so Basic basics and fun accessories, perfect for Fall transition outfits …

You’ll wear these pieces on repeat all season long.

-No Iron White button up with Bow sleeve details
-Metallic snake skin Girlfriend dark denim jeans 
-light weight boxy knit sweater with 3/4 sleeves perfect to wear alone or layered. (I love who it shows off the bow sleeve details on the button up) 
-metallic gold quilted loafers
-metallic gold belt
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-Gold Horse necklace 
-Gold earrings 

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—PotteryBarn or Target?— The quality says Pottery —PotteryBarn or Target?—

The quality says PotteryBarn but the prices say Target…

Whether your looking for a little 🍂 Fall refresh 🍁 Some items for you Holiday entertaining, or crave a home like Ralph Lauren or Nancy Meyers?

Target has got your Fall needs or wants covered🥰😉

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The outfit you wear to the office, teach school, meet friend for lunch or head to meetings. 

-Wide leg print pattern pants, shades of navy and green, pull on elastic waist.  NOW $44.50
Normally $89
I am wearing the small

-The double perfect blazer in a knit and has a cute striped lineing. Soft and so comfortable:) it’s so good I own it in 12 colors 
This is the green and I am wearing a med 

🚨Save 15% off with my code DARCY15 on any non sale Gibsonlook item 

White tank top:) made in California and a classic wardrobe builder 

Velvet Mary Jane’s with little bow under $50 comes in other colors and fit tts 

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Affordable two piece set- perfect for now and lay in the fall🍂

How cute is the ruffle peplum tank top with ruffle trim detail and wide leg pant with pockets.
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Melanoma Cancer Journey Part 8 — 8 month Update— Melanoma Cancer Journey 
Part 8

— 8 month Update—

 4 month after my First laser treatment.

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I was diagnosed in December, Surgery in January and my first laser in February. Then 1 ever 6 weeks since.

I’ve been sharing this Journey in hopes to help encourage you to make a skin check up appointment. 

🚨Melanoma Cancer is deadly and very different from Skin Cancer.

‼️Melanoma cancer is deadly,  early detection is key, before it can spread to lymph nodes, organs blood. 

⚠️If you’re NEW HERE or just seeing this post, I have shard 7 other parts with all the info and my Journey to date in Feed and stories saved to highlights with more info.

🤍Thank you for all the kind messages, comments and prayers! I appreciate you being apart of my tribe.

⚠️Thank you and NOW make your Skin Appointment!

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Slide ⬅️ for a few things I’ve learned …

#3 is so important to remember and -#5 I do because it also brings me joy❤️

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-Poppy and white striped button up… one of my favorite button ups I have in 3 colors.

🚨Linen wide leg light weight trousers, so good you’ll love them and comes in 4 colors this is the light blue -NOW $79 in 
5 colors 

-Nude  strappy sandal 
Kitten heel

-Metallic gold accessories 

-Gold thin belt. Old loft linked similar 

-Gold metallic bag with bamboo handle an affordable finds 

-Julie Vos hoop earrings ring and bracelets

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🍂A little Fall transition outfit This weeks flowe 🍂A little Fall transition outfit

This weeks flower arrangements for our home🌻🌻🌻and affordable FASHION FINDS✔️

“Sunflowers end up facing the sun, but they go through a lot of dirt to find their way there.”—

A great reminder that life is a journey 🌻 and even though we all have things to go through, it can still end up beautiful🌻🌻🌻

May you continue to grow beauty in your life, find the joys, enjoy the little things and love what ever season of life your in🌻💛

These darling ruffled bottom chambray denim pants $38 and white button up, paired with leopard cowboy boots, make for a fun Summer to fall outfit. 

Perfect for 70 degree days, throw on a cardigan 
For chilly mornings and evenings. 

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-Denim ruffle collar tapestry jackett

-Resin Chain necklace
Shades of Brown paisley scarf

-Leather collar sweater
Under $30 boots (with my code)

-The stylist trick tool You’ll use on repeat

-The laundry soap that smells
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Your house will too
As well as you Laundry! luse on my linens:
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I give as gifts

-Resin Bracelets sets
Chic and so on trend

-Acrylic set of 3 earring stands

-Brown suede designer inspired
Tote bag and bag charms

-Acrylic belt organizers

-Fringe sleeve sweater And Gold Bracelet sets

-Kitchen gadgetsl couldn’t live
Without!
Ground meat chopper
Avocado keeper • Watermelon knife

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Part 2 Summer Time favorite Moment’s… A little Sa Part 2 
Summer Time favorite Moment’s…
A little Saturday Series, I am doing to finish out Summer…

We officially have 3 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”
Exploring the state we live in..
Ben and I have always loved embracing where we live, by getting out and exploring..
Doing stay-cations, pretty drives, enjoying the great outdoors and exploring fun little towns and the charming small business that fill them.

We love a good day date and Midway, located outside of Deer Valley, is a charming 🇨🇭Swiss town, that we’ve enjoyed bring our family to for years. 

It’s evolved over the years, (know for hosting “Swiss Days” 🇨🇭 the first weekend in September), is full of darling small business, from Cute gift & home decor shops, farm stores, several delicious restaurants, a charming book store, and something our family loves several farm to table shopping and eating establishments. 

If you love to support ranches, farmers and small local business, this is a must visit town. 
⛰️Surrounded by stunning mountains, green pastures and gorgeous ranches. 

Here’s a few of our favorites:⬇️
@havenhaus_co 
@ballerinafarmstore 
@thedaintypearco 
@folkloremidway 
@midway_mercantile 
@hebervalleycheese 

The @zermattutah is our favorite Charming  Swiss 🇨🇭Hotel to stay at, and our boys always loved they’re pool in the winter😉

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

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I am 54 Here’s 8 Affordable,Natural And Clean- Ord I am 54
Here’s 8 Affordable,Natural And Clean- Ordinary Products I use To look and feel great✔️

I replaced a lot of my Beauty Regimen with these Unexpected affordable products,
You might already have in your pantry or medicine cabinet. 

My skin and skins texture has never looked better✔️✔️✔️

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Did someone say Sale… “you don’t want to miss?” Did someone say Sale…
 “you don’t want to miss?”

The SPANX SALE🚨
$49 Air essentials pieces 
And 25% off the entire site

This is a sale you don’t want to miss…

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Pre-Fall Porch REDO ….. —PotteyBarn or Walmart— Pre-Fall Porch REDO …..

—PotteyBarn or Walmart—

Come with me as I redo my porch from Summer ☀️🪴to a little pre-Fall🍂

Using Great Basics.. that makes it easy to layer in Fall in a couple of weeks✔️

I love these Weather safe woven baskets, that makes it easy to change out your plants and flowers per the season.

Using boxwoods now and will switch to mums in a couple weeks.

Striped rug to layer in black and white is a great  base now and will look great for fall 🍂 layers with a large welcome mat. 

Boxwood wreath with black and white striped bow and a welcome sign above.

Adding layers of iron lanterns… I’ll add  fall bows later. 

Clean-Classic and a perfect transition look before the fall season. 

Come back next month to see how I transform our porch to FALL🍂

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Porch redo| Walmart and pottery barn finds/ black and white stripe/ classic porch/ utah influencer
Butter yellow is having a moment…it’s like sunshin Butter yellow is having a moment…it’s like sunshine with a little whipped cream☀️ I am here for it✔️

Share 6 of my favorite ☀️Sunshine quotes that will brighten your day, paired with a little Dolly “walking on sunshine” because she was a ☀️ray of light to the world… and it shows everyone loved her, and the tributes from every walk of life has proven it to be true.

#4 you need to reread…#5 is so good ☀️
Which is your favorite?

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Butter yellow/ linen| shorts and vest| over40 style| utah influencer
Better get to living & giving… life’s to short✔️ Better get to living & giving… life’s to short✔️

Living and Giving with little bit of forgiving… That’s How Dolly Lived❤️

Really SHE live Bigger and Gave even more… Heaven got one heck of a talented, loving and giving soul today!

what she did for children, along with her book/ reading program is truly amazing.

She has one heck of a legacy …Her BIG Heart, her Big Voice, Her Big honesty, Big Smile and BIG hair … and of course we could name a few more bigs…😉❤️

We should all try to be a little more like Dolly❤️🙏🥲

What’s your favorite Dolly Parton Song?
I have so many 9to5, “islands in the stream “ to name a couple❤️

Another on gone to soon❤️

Like my outfit? 
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Dolly Parton | live like Dolly| living and giving| lost a good one
6 quotes to start your WEEK for positivity and hap 6 quotes to start your WEEK for positivity and happiness✔️

3 is 💯true and 6 is one to reread✔️

How cute is this Shirt dress? 
Side through some cute shots of this darling dress you’ll want in your wardrobe, while grabbing a little positivity and happiness for your New week✔️✔️✔️

This dress is so flattering, easy to style and a dress you can wear now and I to fall with a layer and boots☀️🍂

These beautiful nude heels are comfortable and so flattering to your leg. 
This is a a shoe you’ll wear on reaper for years.

I have a discount code to share with you on the dress.

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Shirt dress style| positive quotes| over 50 style | classic styling | flattering heels| flattering dress| utah influencer
Summer Time favorite Moment’s… A little Saturday S Summer Time favorite Moment’s…
A little Saturday Series, I am doing to finish out Summer…
we officially have 4 more weeks left of Summer☀️🪴🪏🌻

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

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

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

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

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

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

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I love my @alicelanehome Fabric Tote… it’s perfect & sturdy  for all your shopping 👨🏼‍🌾
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