Friday Favorites: Beautiful Baubles

TGIF!  Gals, today couldn't have come any sooner.  Each and every day for the past few weeks has been packed to the rim meanwhile Ryan has been out of town these past two weeks and working every day but 3 this month.  And like every other gal, I break sometimes.  Honestly, I've broken a few times but I try very hard to stop, take a breath and say a prayer of gratitude and plea for patience. I lack the ability to sit still (if you watch my instagram stories you know I'm always doing something) and it can often be a detriment. If you're sharing my sentiments I encourage you to pause and look past the crazy to see the joy all around you! I'll end my pity party here and get on with the fashion portion of this post!

"Jewelry has the power to be the one little thing that makes you feel unique" - Elizabeth Taylor

Jewelry is NOT optional in my opinion.  The only time I'm without earrings, wedding rings or a watch is at the gym or pool. Jewelry adds the sparkle, the shin and finishing touch that makes you feel  just like a Princess.
Fact: You're never too old to dress up and feel like a Princess!

Jewelry is such a diverse element of fashion and there's a style for every gal. Whether you're traditional with a strand of pearls, minimal with dainty pieces, edgy with graphic lines, natural with stones & leather or over the top with rhinestone statement pieces your jewelry let's your personality shine!

I have a little bit of every style in my jewelry box but I primarily wear classic, sometimes vintage, shiny gold pieces and big rings! Despite having teeny tiny hands I love wearing big, dare I say gaudy, rings!

Wear what you like gals and let your personality shine!

Here are some of my favorites for jewelry ....

Gorjana

My most favorite for delicate pieces that are great for everyday and layering.
I wear these gold hoops ALL the time.

Kate Spade
I've been wearing this jewelry since college and I'll never stop! It's beautiful, unique and lasts forever.

Julie Vos
I adore the European style of this jewelry.  The bright gold and colorful gemstones are brilliant.

Honora
I'm a pearl girl forever. Classic and timeless beauties.

J Crew
I've been wearing this jewelry since college too.  From the classics to big statement pieces, they will always make you shine.

Madewell
This jewelry is chic, modern and great for all occasions.
I wear and gift this jewelry so much.

Lisi Lerch
Such fun and festive pieces!

Kendra Scott
Not only is her jewelry beautiful, custom and full of new designs but she's so very generous and philanthropic!

My wedding day pearls - vintage triple strand

Dress Beautifully in Beautiful Baubles

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Knits & Pleats

Well gals, because soft sweaters are are cozy and a pleated skirt makes great twirls this outfit is undeniably pretty fabulous. Need I go on?!

Now for the accessories I mixed the classy with the edgy, pearls and studded pumps.
Pearls are not just for old ladies, personally I love wearing mine.  They're forever cherished pieces that I hope to pass down to baby Vivian Louise and for even her to pass down. Keeping your outfit modern will remove any 'Grandma' vibes.

I wore this outfit to church this past Sunday but it would be perfect for the office or an upcoming holiday shindig. Replace the sweater with a blouse and you have year long wear.

This sweater has a puff sleeve, but NOT the 80's kind (although there are tiny shoulder pads sewn in).  That's most of the reason I bought it, I have very narrow and small shoulders and I feel it balances my shape.

Sweater | Pleated Skirt | Pumps & Similar | Pearls |

Dress Beautifully in Knits and Pleats

(And don't forget your pearls)

XOXO Sarah Louise

Floral Midi Dress

How in the world is it March already? Madness! This world just keeps spinning with no sign of a slow down.  Gals it is important to be still and enjoy sweet moments with the ones you love.

Before I go down the rabbit hole on the importance of how precious time is (you've heard it, you know it, now go outside and enjoy it!) let's talk about sweet floral midi dresses.

Florals you love, dresses you love but midi lengths?  you're still unsure.  Longer lengths were abundant in the 80's and 90's but since then it's been knee length or above.
Personally I find the midi length (hem that falls below the knee - mid calf) to be feminine. The key is to not overwhelm the body or appear too dressy/formal.  A floral print and in a fabric and cut that has movement adds whimsy to the design.
You also avoid the problems maxi dresses have which is hemming and casual vibes.  For full length dresses you have to worry about either hemming the length or having to wear heels.  They also have that beachy/vacation vibe that's just too casual for work days.

The midi is just right for both dressy & casual occasions (work, church, date night, showers, soirees etc... )

A fitted bodice is key for a well fitting midi dress.  It highlights the figure and prevents the dress from overwhelming.

This dress caught my eye for it's mix of rich and pastel colors and larger bold print.  Typically I'd gravitate to liberty floral prints in softer shades but I'm find I'm liking darker florals.

For most Easter isn't even on the radar, but it's my most favorite holiday ( He is Risen!) and choosing my Easter dress is a big deal.  I'm seriously thinking a midi floral will be perfect!

Floral Midi Dress || Black Sandals || Earrings || 

More Midi Floral Dress Options Here Here & Here 

Dress Beautifully in a Midi Floral Dress

XOXO Sarah Louise