Fairly Preppy

Gals, this look takes me back! Back to my younger days when my style was sweet and preppy.  I still love prim classic girlie pieces and it's feels nice to wear them.  

This fair isle sweater is truly timeless and full of color. Oh, and of course warm!  I actually get really excited about printed knits because most of the time it's tables and tables of solid sweaters in stores.

I highly recommend giving your sweaters it a little front tuck for shape!

This denim skirt is a goodie. So are the boots.  The skirt I've had for 3 years and the boots close to 10! Quality and versatility are so important when choosing pieces for your wardrobe. I can style both of these countless ways with what is in my closet. I take care of my clothing with dry cleaning and never putting them in the dryer. And for my shoes, I store them neatly and give them a good polish and sole repair when needed. 

With all the trendy embellishments out there, don't neglect the timeless pretty ones you already have! 

Fair Isle Sweater | Denim Skirt | Riding Boots

Dress Beautifully in a Fair Isle Sweater & Denim Skirt

XOXO Sarah-Louise

1 Dress 6 Styles

It's the first day of November, a new month, new week and so close to the end of this year. Let's make it good, shall we?! 

I'm going to start with a pretty dress that comes at a pretty price and flatters all body shapes and sizes.  I'm going to style it several ways sure to fit any occasion and personality. 
This dress in a small floral print with lots of color, a waist seam and ruffled hem gives you so many options.

Fashion is what you buy. 

Style is what you do with it! 

THIS DRESS

Add a statement belt - This wide belt is going to be worn a ton!

Add a sleeveless sweater & Clogs

Tip: pull from one of the colors in the print to compliment

A blazer really makes for a sharp office look.

Keep warm adding a cozy sweater in a bright color

Go for an edgy look with a Moto jacket and combat boots.

Personally, I find a fur vest to be the best winter accessory!

Dress Beautifully Styling 1 Dress in Many Ways

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Friday Favorites: Quilted Pieces

My Top & Jeans & Sunglasses

I know when you think of quilting, you probably imagine seasoned ladies sitting at a table with pieces of printed fabric sewing them together to make a blanket.  Well, you'd be correct! I've always had a big admiration for gals that can quilt.  I was given handmade blankets when I was born and when Vivian was born and I cherish those works of art. 

Taking this mosaic like pattern of patterned fabric into clothing is a huge trend this year and personally, I find it very pretty! 

Sure it has a little bit of western style to it but it's so girlie and brings back memories of watching 'Little House on the Prairie' as a girl.

Here are some lovely quilted pieces:

Dress Version of My Top

Floral Vest

Patchwork Maxi Dress

Kimono Jacket

Blue Patchwork Jacket

Pullover

Blouse

Maxi Skirt

Paisley Jacket

Gingham Vest

Long Sleeve Dress

Jacket

several prints & colors

Balloon Sleeve Dress

Dress Beautifully in a Quilted Pieces

XOXO Sarah-Louise

A Little Vintage - A Lot of Fun

 

Sometimes you just have to step outside of your style box for a piece that makes you feel fun! This dress is that for me.  I typically wear fitted, structured pieces that are never above the knee. Pieces that are classic, simple and safe.  But the older I get I'm jumping in when a garment sparks a little joy for me, because life is too short to wear boring clothes! 

Now, I'm not going to compromise quality or modesty but branching out for a look with uniqueness adds a whole lot of style. I've been loving designer Hunter Bell for a couple years now.  Her designs are feminine with exaggerated details making them a perfect mix of pretty and pizzazz!

I encourage you to go for it when you find a piece that's pretty and unlike anything you typically wear. And most importantly, wear it with confidence!

This dress has vintage elements in the patchwork print and eyelet lace trim, modern elements in the puff sleeves and mini length and comfortable versatility in a roomy silhouette.

I also like to shop small businesses & boutiques. Clair de Lune has quickly become a favorite and most frequently shopped.  It's a shop located here in NC that carries a variety of pretty things including designer pieces.  Since they're several hours away from me I follow & shop them online but I can't wait to make a visit in person one day. 

Dress it up with heels and/or warm it up with boots and layers (a fur vest is next on my outfit list). 

Come next year I'll wear it with a pair of sandals.

Dress & Here & Here | Boots & Here & Here | Sunglasses | Earrings |

Dress Beautifully in a Fun Little Mini

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

Friday Favorites: Fall Maxi Dresses

 TGI-Fall! This is sure to be one of the best Fridays of the season for me. Today I'm headed on an annual weekend trip the mountains of NC with some of the ladies at my church.  It's so beautiful this time of year with the changing colors of the leaves and cooler temperatures.  One of my favorite things we do is go on a big hike with the most breathtaking views! I'm hoping we don't get rained out.  

But if so, I plan to sit in a rocking chair on the porch of our cabin and sip coffee enjoying the stillness.

After months of shorts and sundresses I find I'm eager to pull out my cozy jeans this time of year but I don't want to abandon the femininity of dresses because of a slight cool down.

Maxi dresses are perfect for this in-between weather! They give you the coverage you want and when layered with booties and jackets your style is perfectly fitting for Fall!

Here are some of my favorite maxi dresses ...

Drop Waist Floral

Denim

Neutral

Navy Print

High Neck Floral

Paisley Puff Sleeve

Wild Flower

LBD

Mixed Prints

Fall Floral 

Dress Beautifully in a Maxi Dress

XOXO Sarah-Louise