Poppy & Purple

Poppy & Purple are 2 Very Rich Colors.  They're Bright and Saturated and Just Plum Perfect Together!

I was Inspired to Combine these Two, Again from the Fabulously Colorful Kate Spade Gift Box.

I Added a Glitter Gold Belt to Break Up the Color Blocks and Add some 
Sparkle & Texture for More Fun.

I Couldn't Decide Between Nude or My Most Favorite Gold Pumps
Gold Totally Won!
     Fact: You Can Never Have Too Much Gold!! 

Poppy Blouse & Purple Skirt J Crew - Similar on Sale Here & Here 

Gold Glitter Belt - Target Gold Pumps - Nine West

Be Popping!

XOXO Sarah Louise

Spring Sneakers

Weather is Warmer, Days are Longer and Fresh Flowers are in Bloom!

After a Long Winter in Boots, a Pair of Sneakers are Perfect to Strut In.

Mr and I Find Ourselves Stepping Out for Outdoor Errands, Shindigs and Dates

I Love that a Pair of Sneakers goes just as Easily with a Casual Dress as they do with a Pair of Jeans.

These Chuck Tailor Sneakers are Classic and Durable. I Love them in Clean Bright White.

I Believe the Box Should Read:

"Perfect for Running Errands, Chasing Kiddos at the Park and Making You Feel Super Sporty and Chic"... Because Basically that's what a Good Pair of Sneakers Does for Me.

Add Spring to Your Step in Sneakers!

XOXO Sarah Louise

Buttercream Jeans

Spring has Sprung but us Southerners Can't Pull Out Our Bright Whites Just Yet.

But We Can Wear Cream.  It's a Softer White, a Warmer Hue with a Hint of Yellow. 

Buttercream or 'Winter White' Allows Us to Add Light to a Look without the Harshness of White.... And You Can Avoid Violating the "No White After Labor Day" Rule. 

Buttercream Jeans Ann Taylor, Several Styles and Fits at Loft Here Here & Here 

Chambray Shirt Target 'H' Belt C Wonder 

Fedora J Crew Tory Burch Whicker Wedges Similar Here & Here

Be Sweet in Buttercream Jeans

XOXO Sarah Louise

Boyfriends & Fedoras

My 2 New Favorites for Weekend Wear - Distressed Boyfriends & Fedoras!

Boyfriend Jeans are soooo Comfortable.  Their Loose Cut and Holes make them Roomy and Light. 

Distressed Jeans are the Hot Trend for Denim.  My Parents are Still in Awe that One Would Pay Money for Torn Up Jeans.  

Rolling the Cuff Creates a Slimmer line on the Loose Pants.
Pairing with Pumps & a Nicer Blouse Dresses them up for a Chic Look.

I'm a Hat Gal Always Have Been.

To Me Hats are a Finishing Accessory.  With That Keep your Jewelry & Handbag Simply to Avoid Over Doing It.

As Much as I Love my Red Locks, There are Times Where it's Just Been Way too Long Since I've washed my Mane making a Scarf or Hat my Saving Grace.

Fedoras are Fabulous.  They're Made of Light Weight Straw and the Brim is Shorter and Straight Allowing you to Maintain your Visual (Large Brim Hats Often come to Far Down and I can't see in what's in front of me)

Truths:  They Don't Fit Tight like a Baseball Hat, and They Sit just on top, not Low on Your Forehead.  It takes some Getting Used to.  Just Don't Wear One on a Windy Day.

My Gal Pal Laura & I LOVE to Shop Together and Often Purchase the Same Pieces Even Apart from One Another - Now That's A Friendship Meant to Be! 
When We Saw these Fedoras, We Both Just Had to Have Them! 
      At Least We Bought Different Shades - I the White & She the Tan :)

Warning: You'll Be Seeing A LOT of this Fedora!!

Fedora J Crew, Pink Blouse J Crew Similar Here & Here , 

Distressed Denim Similar at  J Crew, Loft, and Gap

Silver Pumps Here, Here & Here

Find Yourself in a Fedora!

XOXO Sarah Louise

Wednesday Words - Whiskey in a Tea Cup

Being a Southern Lady means a lot of things.

We're Sweet, Hospitable and Always Over Dressed.

We're also Strong, Driven and Can Bless Your Heart with just a Look.

Through Ups & Downs We Remain
Steel Magnolias!

And From Time to Time We May Have a Little Whiskey in Our Tea Cups

Pinkies Up!

XOXO Sarah Louise

Scallops & Stripes

Stripes have been the #1 Print Trend the Past Few Seasons and They are Still Strong on the Scene.

Stripes have Clean Lines adding Sharpness to a Look.  They can also Give a Nautical Feel for Spring/Summer.

Scalloped Hemlines are Popping Up in Dresses, Skirts, Shorts and Jackets. 
To Me, a Scalloped Hem is Feminine and Softer on a Gal's Curvy Body.  

This Jacket Incorporates Several Details that Made it a Must Have:

• Large Bold Stripes
• Scalloped Center Trim
• Industrial Zipper
• Medialian Embossed Texture
• Classic Collarless Silhouette 

I Paired it with a Bright Pink Dress to Contrast the Black & White... I'd Love to Pair it With Floral for Some Print Mixing
For a More Casual Look, Pair with a Tee and Jeans.

Scalloped Parisian Jacket on Sale Banana Republic Pink Sheath Dress J Crew Similar

Earrings Kate Spade Handbag Prada Black Pumps Nine West

Scallop Trimmed Dresses at J Crew & Factory

Scallop Trimmed Shorts, Skirts & Dresses at Lilly Pulitzer

Trim Your Look in Scallops!

XOXO Sarah Louise

Aqua & Red

I Adore Combining Unlikely Colors Together.  It Leads to a Surprisingly Fresh Approach that Makes you take a Second Look.

My Inspiration Often comes from Unconventional Sources.

The Color Pairing for this Look came from the Oh So Colorful Kate Spade Gift Box! 
I Love Receiving Gifts from Kate.  The Presentation is as Fabulous as the Surprise Inside! Not Only are her Pieces Bright but the Behind the Scenes Linings and Wrappings are Equally as Popping.

These Side Zip Trousers Create a Clean Front and Long Line on the Body.

Fit is Everything with a Side Zip Trouser. They Tend to Sit Higher on the Waist and if not Tailored Properly can Create Unwanted Volume.  Look for Cuts that are Straight Down from the Hip.  This Creates a Streamline Look and Gives Room for Movement.

Adding a Printed Clutch Breaks Up the Color Blocking

Neutral Shoes Keep Focus on the Colors

Aqua Blouse (Banana Republic) - Similar at  Loft & Banana Republic

Red Grosgrain Side Zip Trouser (Etcetera) - Similar at ASOS & J Crew 

Nude Pumps Nine West  Leopard Calf Hair Clutch - Similar Clair Vivier

Nail Polish Essie - Clambake Love Knot Earrings Moon & Lola

Outfit Inspiration Doesn't Have to Come from Magazines, TV & Pinterest.

Think Outside the Gift Box!

XOXO Sarah Louise

Put A Bow On It

Bows were an Essential Accessory for my Red Locks when I was a Little Girl

As an Adult Gal I add the Feminine Touch of a Bow with Prints, Belts, & Jewelry

I Like to Aim for a Mature Bow in Graphic Shapes, Textured Leathers and Metals.

Another Piece that Will Carry You through Time is an A-Line Pleated Skirt.

The Waist Band Hits Higher on the Waist Flowing Away from the Body Creating Movement as You Walk.
It Accentuates Curves, Forgives on the Lower Body, and Helps Create an Hour Glass Shape.

This Skirt is Made of Silk Making it Light Weight for All Year Wear.  The Colors are Neutral with a Fun Pop of Red.  

For a More Casual Day Time Look, Pair with a Denim Shirt and Wedges.

Cheers to Kate Spade for Offering Bows in their Clothing, Shoes, Handbags & Accessories.

Bow Skirt & Sling Back Pumps Kate Spade 

Top Target

Shop Bows at Kate Spade

When In Doubt 

Put a Bow On It

XOXO Sarah Louise

Wednesday Words - Great Gal Pals

I Spent All Last Week in the Queen City with my Family & Fabulous Friends.  
It was Amazing!!!

I Moved to be with Mr Almost a Year Ago and Although I'm Away the 
Bond with my Gal Pals has Grown Stronger than Steel.

I May Not get to See Everyone that's Near & Dear but 
No Distance or Time Can Come Between

What a Beautiful Blessing to have such Generous Gal Pals in my World!

Cheers to my Queen City Ladies!

Be Grateful for Your Gal Pals 

XOXO Sarah Louise

Ladybird Look

My Mamma is an Inspiration for my Life and Classic Style.

She is the Epitome of a True Southern Lady Who Exudes Charm & Hospitality.  
She's Absolutely Beautiful Inside & Out as She Lives Loving God & Others.

My Mamma Loves Birds.  She Finds Peace and Tranquility in Nature.  So I Naturally Began Calling her 'Ladybird' 

We Share the Name Louise, Love of Red Lipstick & White Blouses, and the Occasional Afternoon Dance Party :)

Like all Southern Gals Do, We Shop at Belk Modern Southern Style, Where We Found this Perfectly Fitting Blouse.  It Represented Her Personality with it's Feminine Cut and Watercolor Print.

My Mamma is a Nurse, Oil Painter, Pianist, Vocalist, Volunteer, and Mother to Us 4 Crazy Kids! 

And Looks Absolutely Fabulous....

Bling on Her Toes

We Both Love Our Princesses Diana and Kate with their Grace & Gems 

My Mamma Has Red Hair & Southern Flair

XOXO Sarah Louise

L.E.M.O.N.S.

I LOVE LEMONS!

Lemons are at the Top in My Collection of Favorites! 
Lemons are Bright and Add Happy to my World

The Vivid Yellow Color Lights Up Any Look 

Lemons Bring Delight to Sweet Treats, Zest to a Tall Glass of Water and Make a Drab Day Luminous!

     My Kitchen was the Perfect Room to Embellish with Lemon Decor

Sooooo, When Kate Spade Presented their Spring '14 Line of Lemon Designs Last Fall at Fashion Week My Heart Skipped a Beat!!

Mr and my Gal Pals were Immediately Informed of my Intent to Adorn Myself in these Lovely Lemon Pieces.

Wait No Longer!  

Here are just some of the Kate Spade Lemon Pieces....

 

  

  

  

And Since a Gal Can't Have it All....

These Beauties Made it to my Must Have List:

 

All Photos c/o Kate Spade New York

Luckily My Birthday is Right Around the Corner :)

When Life Gives You Lemons

Make Limoncello

XOXO Sarah Louise