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Dear D'Arcy

By D'Arcy Vandenberg


Staying on The Right track….Life’s track

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

 

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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Mother’s Day Gift Guide

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

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!

 

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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Walking towards your dreams…. Monday Motivation

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…

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!

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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Bar Cart Friday….Vaction Ready & A Sparkly Coconut Lime Cocoktail

Bar Cart vacation Ready coconut lime cocktail

Bar Cart vacation Ready coconut lime cocktail

Bar Cart vacation Ready coconut lime cocktail

Bar Cart vacation Ready coconut lime cocktail

Bar Cart vacation Ready coconut lime cocktail

Happy Friday Beautiful’s! A great time to share with you My Bar Cart = “Vacation Ready” and one of my Favorite Cocktail’s, Sparkly Coconut lime cocktail! A Super easy Cocktail recipe perfect for Summer entertaining!   

I love a fun Bar cart Styling, Just the perfect little space to “play” with pretty things! Here I did a Summer theme, Pineapples, sunhat and sunglasses make this festive for a warm sunny day! Perfect to enjoy a cocktail….. Here’s one of my creations you’ll enjoy on any Sunny day!

Sparkly Coconut lime 

You’ll need :

1 glass, Ice, Bai bubbles in coconut lime, coconut water or Pellegrino, Malibu Rum or Vodka, 1 lime:

Fill glass with Ice, 1 shot of Vodka or Rum, Equal parts 1/2 Bai ,1/2 Coconut water or Pellegrino twist of lime and stir garnish with lime

With this basic drink you can get creative and add Watermelon, or any Berry fruit and it taste delish! Enjoy Your Friday! OX, D’Arcy

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Freshen up for Spring Bedroom redo

Master Bedroom Spring redo

Master Bedroom Spring redo Queen size bedding

Master Bedroom Spring redo Queen size bedding Anthropology

Master Bedroom Spring redo Queen size bedding

Master Bedroom Spring redo Queen size bedding

Master Bedroom Spring redo Queen size bedding

Master Bedroom Spring redo Queen size bedding anthropologie

decorator book stack, pink & black, girlboss

decorator book stack, pink & black, girlboss, do not disturb hat

Hello Beautiful’s!  Today I am sharing with you my Master bedroom Spring make over. One of my favorite thing’s is to change my bedding and little touches in my room for the seasons in an affordable way. By having  good furniture and a Color pallet that allows you to change accessories and make little changes for BIG impact!

You can see what it looked like before for Winter here . With some of these easy to do tricks you can switch your room up too.    

For Spring I like to lighten it up…In all way’s, bedding, curtains and color. My Tip for being able to change the whole look of a room with just switching out accessories is to use a wall paint you love and can work with ALL the seasons. Our walls are Revere pewter by Benjamin Moore its a great go to Gray! (Gray’s work well with every color!) If gray’s aren’t your thing, shades of Cream and greens are great for bedrooms as well as working with all the seasons.

I love our White bedding from Anthropologie I bought a couple years ago, A similar bedding here . White I know is brave ( specially with a black cat that likes to sleep at the foot of our bed.) Switching out your bedding seasonally helps to keep it in good condition and easier on the wear and tear. Tips for keeping white’s white Here from a post I did last week. I have 3 bedding sets in different seasonal weights and colors that ALL work together. Whites, gray’s and blacks, which All of these colors can be accented with any POP of color. ( You could have 2 sets 1 for Fall/Winter- Spring/Summer) Living where we have 4 seasons it’s important to have 1 heavy set & 1 lighter set.

I added a pop of pale pink with a couple of throw pillows a blanket and some candles. Bringing in pink books at the end of the bed also helps tie in the pop of pink without having to go buy another item.  I always and I mean always have fresh flowers on my nightstand. It’s my splurge that puts a smile on my face. Waking up to flowers being one of the first things you see in the morning is just a blessing. How could you have a bad day? I will keep various shades of pink for the Spring season. (note Little Miss jumped up onto the Nightstand/desk just as I snap photo’s!)    NOTE the small amount of pink… I could easily change out the pink items for a different color say Tiffany Blue items for a different look and not having to spend a ton of money. (2 pillows 1 blanket a  couple candles and go through my books)

Changed out the Winter wreath and deer head for a Frame and our monogram. I keep seasonal items that I can trade out for a fresh look.  I also move things around in our home to freshen things up and give spaces a new look. TIP: I suggest buying Items you love and things that can go in multiple spaces. This way you can move objects from room to room. (You’ll always find a space for something you love!) So give it a try…Move stuff around!

Taking the curtains down and just letting the plantation shutters shine.      Spring Sunshine is just the BEST! 

Sorry, I didn’t really make any changes to our sitting room or dresser areas so I didn’t add new photo’s of those spaces.

I hope I inspired you to do a little change up in your bedroom for Spring. 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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I am 54 and this is my Saturday style mixing splurge and saving.

Perfect & put together comfy set with accessories to grab a coffee, a lunch date, run errands or head to the grandkids sport event✔️

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DIY: Let’s creat adult Kid Easter Baskets… I was l DIY:
Let’s creat adult Kid Easter Baskets…
I was lucky enough to grab a few of the pastel Trader Joe’s canvas bag’s (which make darling Easter Baskets) 

🥕🐰Make sure to watch to the end to see all the different ideas🧺🐣

I shared with you these cute Bunny Snack containers, perfect for favorite candies, snacks a gift card and a few small treasures. To add to their baskets or give alone.

(Still available to order online and pick up)

Ideas for Basket stuffers
Favorite snacks
Socks
Book
Toiletries 
Beauty accessories 
Hair Accessories
Fun make up
A gadget or two
Small game 
Gift card

(When mine were little)
I did a beach towel, new swim suite, flip flop’s, sunglasses, sunscreen, pool toys, and a summer outfit…

(I need to do that next year for them as adults) ☀️🌊👙⛱️

Do you still do baskets for your adult kids? (I do one for hubby and my mom too)

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Happy Good Friday

#easterbaskets #easterbasketideas #midlifemom
Storage Healthy choice NO MORE PLASTICS… We made Storage Healthy choice 
NO MORE PLASTICS…

We made the change last year to remove all plastic in our lifestyle..

One of the changes we made for bread & cheese along with sandwich’s is to use beeswax wraps and beeswax and linen storage bags..

Safe, reusable, non toxic,, locks in freshness, ease to clean, freezer safe and reuse & recycled 

Highly recommend 

Wooden bread knife
Creating Easter Baskets For your Grand babies🐣🐰💐 Creating Easter Baskets 
For your Grand babies🐣🐰💐

I had so much fun creating a basket for our little guy!
( most of this will arrive before Easter) so you still have time to order online and even order online for pick up.

🧺The Basket is personalized (and unfortunately takes two weeks) but you could save to order other cute custom items.

🐰This cute Melissa and Doug Bunnie is one of my favorite children’s toy lines. (Arrives next day) 

👶 Baby clothes make great basket stuffers🧺

- Teddy bear sweater with ear hood
- Denim Jacket
- Set of 3 Thermal tank bodysuits
-Linen shorts
-Ducky Sleeper
-Duck Sponge
-Lamb Rubber bath toy
-Bunny Case Full of Travel Baby Toiletries 

Comment “Shop” for more details and links

#easterbaskets #grandbabies #midlifejourney
What DRESSES I am wearing as a 54 year old, this S What DRESSES I am wearing as a 54 year old, this Spring & Summer…

A little something for everyone…10 dresses & Styling ideas

-Ruffles & Bows
-Show a little leg
-Calf & Maxi length for those who don’t 
-Casual- Everyday-Workwear and -Travel
-Color- Neutrals and Print

A few style TIPs and the BIGGEST style mistake….

Just putting on the dress and not accessorizing …. Take NOTE of every look… Shoes, Bag, Jewlery and finishing accessories ✔️✔️✔️

Accessorizing can make or break your look… Styling doesn’t have to be hard or over the top… but it is something you don’t want to skip…

Changing your bag takes 3 minutes, picking a shoe can be an issue for some. Tip: pick a neutral sandal or heel, 1 good neutral sandal & Bag can work for all these looks. (I’ve linked several over on my blog and in stories) 

- A great gold or silver stack of bracelets, a favorite necklace and earrings will work if you are a minimalist..

If you’re a Maximalists like me😉 you’ll have a collection for every season, every “vibe” and several choices to change the looks….

You can be classic and chic, simple and elegant, boho and layered…. Just DON’T skip accessorizing😉

Tell me what’s your style below: ⬇️ 

Save 10% off your Purchase on all these dresses with MY CODE and Link: DARCY10

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#springdresses #over50fashion #alldressedup
Say Goodbye to boring Veggie platters🥕🥬🧅🫜🫛🫑🌶️ Com Say Goodbye to boring Veggie platters🥕🥬🧅🫜🫛🫑🌶️

Come create a Spring Veggie wreath platter with me that will wow your guest for your next gathering.

In Season Veggies fresh from the Farmers Market.

Served with my Homemade Garlic and chive hummus🌱
(Recipe on the Blog)

Veggie Ingredients below:
-Tuscan kale leaves
-Green onions 
-Heirloom cherry tomatoes 
-Belgian endives
-La Petites carrots
-Radishes 
-Baby Corn
-Asparagus 
-English cucumber 
-English peas 
-Edible Flowers (chamomile)

You’ll need a wreath shaped cutting board or a round cutting board!

Note: You can create a small to large wreath depending on the size of circle cutting board you use, to accommodate the size of your guests.

Fun idea: Add a pretty bow to match your theme (made an Easter bow forgot it!)

💌SAVE this for your next party menu✔️

#veggieplatter #utahblogger #veggierecipes #entertainingathome
Spring outfit of the day🌿🌷 Cute top with Jeans✔️ Spring  outfit of the day🌿🌷
Cute top with Jeans✔️

Chic, cute and great mix of affordable and splurge 

Had a coffee date with my hubby☕️🌷what I wore:

Cute knit peplum top $27  comes in several colors.
Great to wear now and layer for fall. 

Cuff jeans -made for  exclusive from one of my favorite brands under $80 the perfect year round jean! 

Steve Madden suede gold buckle flat/slide 

Splurge worthy- Necklace and  matching chain bracelet Julie Vos you’ll wear on repeat forever ❤️

-Gold hoops lisi lurch 

Two bangles and one small link bracelet Allie. & Bess save 20% with code DARCY20 

One of my most used splurge worthy bags- The speedy

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#cutetop  #saveandsplurge #utahinfluencer #starbucksdate☕️
Mail Day LiVe Random Tuesday live to share New ar Mail Day LiVe

Random Tuesday live to share New arrivals, latest product launches, Spring fashion and midlife helpers!

I hope you’ll enjoy grabbing an iced coffee and tuning in for a bit!

Items and discount codes are linked over on my Liketoknowit 

Tell me what your Interested in or shopping for this Spring below.

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#mailday #newproductlaunch #midlife
—-Carrot Cake Cookie Recipe— HACK I created the b —-Carrot Cake Cookie Recipe—
HACK

I created the best & easy to make treat your family will love…

🥕Boxed cake mix
For the easiest Carrot Cake Cookie’s Topped with Cream Cheese frosting …

You’ll need:
1 box carrot cake mix
16oz jar of apple sauce
1 1/2 cups of flour (you want it to be able to stand in cookie scoop)  high altitude needs a touch more.
1tablespoon cinnamon 
1cup of shedders and chopped carrots
1/2 cup or cup of walnuts depending on how many nuts you like

Stir in ingredients cake mix apple sauce, mix, add in cinnamon, add flour stir, fold in carrots stir, fold in nuts 
(I like to reserve a small amount of carrots and nuts for top of cookie frosting . Bake at 350 for 12-15 min depending on oven

Cream cheese Frosting :
1 softened block cream cheese
1 softened cub of butter
1 tablespoon spoon of Vanilla 
1 teaspoon cinnamon sugar
1 cup powdered sugar 

Full recipe details up on my blog. 

#carrotcakecookies #cookierecipe
Melanoma Cancer Journey Part 5 —2 month Update— Melanoma Cancer Journey 
Part 5

—2 month Update—

 1 month after my First laser treatment.

➡️Slide through the video clips and photos for ALL the updates➡️

I was diagnosed in December, Surgery in January and my first laser in February.

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 your new here or just seeing this post, I have 4 other parts with all the info and my Journey to date in Feed and stores 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!

#skincancerawareness #skincancer #melanoma
🌿Simple Way’s I add Spring into our home. 🌿🌷Slide 🌿Simple Way’s I add Spring into our home.

🌿🌷Slide to view 12 photos that I hope to inspire you to add a little Spring to your home🌷🌿

🌿Tell me something your going to try and add to your home this Spring below⬇️ 

🌼If this is your vibe❤️ Like comment and follow for more

Easy Spring touches-spring in your home- ways to add spring
- bring the outside in
Cocktail and Chat With Suzanne and D’Arcy @crazyb Cocktail and Chat 
With Suzanne and D’Arcy
@crazyblondelifeblog @darcyvandenberg

Join use for a little catch up, in the kitchen and sharing a few recipes, along with stories.

Check out Suzanne’s Asparagus recipe  on her blog… as Well as casserole recipes

D’Arcy has a carrot cake and a yummy casserole recipe on hers.
 
Blogs are linked in our bios and stories.

We get together and have a fun chat… Different topic every month. Sometime we talk recipes & food, fashion or home decor and sometimes Midlife issues or simply ask questions.

We love for you to join in the conversation…. Grab a coffee☕️ or cocktail 🍹and join us for a chat✔️

#cocktailchat #midlife
Spring is here🌷🌿🌸 Let’s grab a coffee and Stroll Spring is here🌷🌿🌸

Let’s grab a coffee and Stroll the Gardens @parkcitygardens 

The Perfect Spring fix & coffee date.

Pick up a few plants for your home or garden, gives you the feel of Spring & boosts your spirits 🌸🌿🌷

🌸🌷What’s your favorite Spring Flower?
☕️Tell me your coffee order below ⬇️ 

🌷Outfit Details on my Liketoknowit
Spring Style over 50 Cool girls buy the Shoes & B Spring Style over 50

Cool girls buy the Shoes & Bags….
They truly finish off every outfit✔️

 These NEW neutral kitten heels by Cecelia NYC are truly so special, they dress up any simple outfit!

Love designer bags and want to try out the latest and greatest, without committing? 
Join Vivrelle and get your first month free with my code: DARCY and link…

My full outfit details and ALL the discount codes are in my link  and in bio.. 

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#springinspo #styleover50 #coolgirls #midlife
This little spit fire is 23🤍 I can’t believe how f This little spit fire is 23🤍
I can’t believe how fast time has flown by 🤍

It’s been so fun watching him grow from a  little pistol into this young man🤍and amazing New daddy. 

His determination, and strong will, made him a great athlete, while his tender heart  and sensitivity & caring has made him kind to others. He’s loyal, has a strong work ethic and a joy for adventure. 

He’s our boy that would want to save every kitten and brought us home our beloved Binx and Little Miss…

The pickiest eater ever, until about the age of 12, and  He wouldn’t try a burger until age 13! (Thank goodness that’s all changed) 😉

So many memories , yet doesn’t seem like it could already be 23 years! 
Proud of the man and watching him become a daddy has been one of our biggest joys🤍🤍

Happy 23rd 🎂🎉Hampton Steel we couldn’t love you more🤍🤍🤍

#ourson #boymom 🎂 #loveyoumore❤️ #firesign #marchbirthday
If this is your Vibe…. Then follow for more! I lo If this is your Vibe….
Then follow for more!

I love to romanticize everyday life… with beautiful Tablescapes, arranging flowers for our homes weekly arrangements (Friday ‘s sink full) Easy Entertaining ideas, Sharing Recipes & a few short cuts and tips along the way. 

Gardening, Reading, Antiquing and thrifting are my “Grandma” hobbies! 

 I also share my love of Fashion, my melanoma Cancer & midlife Journey…

~Live like Nancy
~Dress like Ralph
~Cook like Ina
~Garden like Martha 

Then follow along for more

#springhome #entertainingathome #bhg #southernlivingmag #midlife
I’m 54 here’s a few outfits from last week, I bet I’m 54 here’s a few outfits from last week, I bet you can create from your closet✔️

🌿With my easy Outfit formulas per look, you can head to your closet with these outfit inspirations and create 8 outfits to get YOU through your week. 

🌿What outfit are you going to re-create?

⚠️Fell in love with a piece in a specific outfit? 

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#springoutfitideas #midlifestyle #shopyourcloset
🌷Easy Appetizer 🌷 Tulip Baguette Bites A perfect 🌷Easy Appetizer 🌷
Tulip Baguette Bites

A perfect Spring time appetizer , you can make for Easter🌷🐰🥕🐣Or Mothers Day🌷

Recipe:
-French Baguette sliced
-Cherry tomatoes 
-Chives
-Basil leaves
-Spreadable Cream cheese or Boursin garlic & fine Herb Gournay cheese (I use @boursincheese) 

Prep: slice bread, cut chives to stems size, cut Basil into small leaves, cut tomatoes in 1/2, cut off tops to square up and cut little lines into the tomato to create the tulip ….

Assemble:
- spread cheese onto bread
- add two chive stems
-add basil leaves
-add 1 yellow 1 red cherry tomatoes 

Arrange on platter and serve.

🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

Are you hosting Easter or are you going out?

SAVE to  reference later. 

#easterrecipes #springrecipe
I know I love a good SALE.. —6 Spring Tops— 50% I know I love a good SALE..

—6 Spring Tops—

50% off LOFT Tops… I grabbed a couple of these… Can you guess which ones came home with me?

Which is your favorite ? 1-2-3-4-5-6

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#loftstyle #apringtops #midlifestyle  #utahblogger
Cheers to the Weekend & Happy Spring🌷🐰🌿🍷 Long Wee Cheers to the Weekend & Happy Spring🌷🐰🌿🍷

Long Week… and lots of creating… here’s a little sneak peek at our Easter Tablescape💙🌿🐇

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