Sorta Sweater Weather

 

Gals, I live in the South, our idea of sweater weather is milder than our northern friends. And right now it's that time of year where the mornings and evenings have you needing a jacket while the afternoons still have you sweating. 

I'm all about a sleeveless sweater. You still get that cozy wrapped up in warmth feeling but your arms get to feel the air keeping your temperature balanced. 

Note: because of the drop shoulder sleeve/large arm holes (slimming by the way) you'll need a cami/tank underneath.

You can layer this one when it's cool all day with a basic long sleeve tee or a crisp button up for a dressier look. I think a denim shirt would be a great option too!

Since this one is oversized I did a little front tuck to keep from looking overwhelmed. 

Can you spy my sidekick :)

My Sleeveless Sweater | More options Here - Here & Here | 

Dress Beautifully in Sorta Sweater Weather

XOXO Sarah Louise

Friday Favorites: Lug Sole Boots

TGI -Fall! Although this week it surely hasn't felt like it. The afternoon temps have been in the 80's and Vivian & I both have been in dresses and shorts. To be honest I'm not mad about it.  I've enjoyed feeling the sunshine and the extra weeks of playing outside. 

But when the cooler weather does show up, I'll be ready!  

I remember, back in high school, just how cool lug sole boots were. Gals, they're back! I had to giggle when one of my 15 year old Sunday school students told me she was asking for a pair of Doc Martens for her birthday.  I remember my friends asking for the same at her age.  Those boots never really suited my girlie style but I won't argue they're a classic. I've recently been drawn to these comfy booties to add a little edge to my looks.

My Boots

also in light brown

Sharing lots of chic lug soled boots for you .....

Classic Lace Up

also in a pretty brown

AND on sale!

Polished Pull On

also in black & burgundy

Heeled 

in 3 additional colors here

Water Resistant

3 additional colors

Platform

also in Ivory & Tan

Super High Heel

Suede

3 additional colors

Military 

Dr. Martens

4 additional colors

Dress Beautifully in a Lug Sole Boot

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Polished in Pink

 

One of the chicest looks is a blazer with jeans.  Particularly light jeans (distressed for an extra cool look), a white tee/tank and a low heeled shoe or even sneaker.  This goes all the way back to the 80's where the trend of mixing business with causal was hot ... and still is! 

Now, here's where you let you shine through ... choose a colored blazer, a graphic tee and/or a fun printed sneaker.

Personally, my style is polished & feminine. I chose a pink blazer because it's my favorite color and makes me happy every. single. time. I wear it :) and a classic cap toe pump. 

Blazers have this timeless ability to transform a look from basic to refined.  Add them to dresses or even joggers. Pair them with shorts and heels for a night out. They're not just for the office! Roll up the sleeves and carry them right into your leisure time. 

Pink Blazer | Tank | Jeans | Chanel Shoes - Similar Here | Earrings |

Dress Beautifully in a Pink Blazer

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Friday Favorites: Peplum Tops

 TGIF! Gals it's been a fun week for me. Lots of exercising & playing outside (lots of Easter egg hunts in our yard). I had my teeth cleaned (I absolutely LOVE going to the dentist so it's a noteworthy) AND I cleaned out my closet putting away my Winter pieces and bringing out my Summer ones. On Monday I'll share a post on my process.

My very first blog post in a dramatic peplum top circa 2014

Today I want to share all about peplum tops. Several years ago they were the "IT' design and for reasons I can't understand they vanished from the racks. The good news is someone in the higher ups of the fashion world discovered this mistake and is making efforts to return these beauties to our closets.

Archives May 2019

What makes a peplum top so pretty?

1. The seam whittles the waist ... do I really even need to give more?

2. The design creates curves and simultaneously camouflages the lower abdomen (if you've had a kid you know)

3. The ruffle hem is feminine.

4. Plays well with pants, skirts and shorts of all designs! 

5. Flatters all body shapes and sizes.

Eyelet Wrap Top - here in Stripe & Gingham

in 2 additional colors

Gingham Puff Sleeve Top - Beige Version

Crushing on this one hard! But a splurge

Bright Floral Wrap Top

Mint Smocked Top

on sale and so fresh

Embroidered Flutter Sleeve

Smocked Floral Top

Dark Floral

Love the texture and detail - big splurge

Shirred Peplum Top

Love this chocolate neutral, so pretty with white jeans

Spaghetti Strap Top

Love the color & adjustable straps

Pale Yellow Lace & Embroidered Top

loving yellow lately and the sweet embroidery on this one

Tie Shoulder Top

this top is so fun!

Dress Beautifully in a Peplum Top

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Friday Favorites: Black for Spring

 TGIF! As you probably know, I rarely wear black but when I do make it with ruffles and puff sleeves pretty please. I believe that's the key to keeping such a dark hue from becoming too heavy.  Feminine details keep the look more fun than formal. 

Sunglasses - Similar Hunter Bell Top

When wearing black I like to try and mimic the chic way Audrey Hepburn styled the classic color. She kept it sleek and youthful. It also helped that her attitude and smile exuded happiness.

Style Tip: Avoid polished accessories such as pearls and rhinestones but rather opt for shiny gold and natural beaded baubles to keep it more casual & modern.

Here are some pretty black beauties for Spring ...

Eyelet Top

Eyelet Dress

Embroidered Skirt

Flutter Sleeve A-Line Dress

Eyelet Sleeve Maxi Dress

Puff Sleeve Collared Short Sleeve Sweater

Linen Midi Skirt

Ruffle Sleeve Top

Button Front Top

Denim Rolled-Sleeve Shirt

Dress Beautifully in Black this Spring

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Ms. Americana

This dress is absolutely a top 5 purchase this year! Where to begin? Well, I titled this post Ms. Americana because of the navy, ivory and brick red colors in the classic block print. 

Side note: despite the craziness in our country, I'm proud to be an American!

The fabric is a light crisp cotton (my #1), with a smocked cinched waist (such good shape), a pleated tiered skirt, a split neckline and a subtle puff short sleeve (slimming on the arm).  And pockets!

Truly a comfortable beauty, this dress fits for any occasion. The length is great for a heel when your feeling dressy or a flat for when you need to be casual but eager to gussy up a bit. 

It's an all season piece that layers beautifully with a denim or moto jacket.  

Dress - available in 5 print/color options | Handbag | Similar Booties & Here |

Dress Beautifully in a Printed Tiered Maxi Dress

XOXO Sarah-Louise