Friday Favorites: Shimmer & Shine

 TGIF! When it comes to holidays or really any shindig/occasion throughout the year, it's always fun to sparkle. Sequins are the best for that. Those tiny disks of luster give off an enchanting magic that makes everyone smile (and want to shimmy). 

There is joy in shiny things!

So no matter how old I get I want to wear & be the sparkle around me.

My Top

2 other colors

Style Tip: Wear your sparkle in the day/casually with distressed jeans, 

layered with a vest (fur or knit) or with sneakers. 

Here are some sassy pieces for you to shimmer & shine in ...

Long Sleeve Blouse

also in black

Shift Dress

also in bronze

Large Disc Tee

also in ivory & black

Pencil Skirt

Shell Top

also in black

Fitted Button Up

also in Black

Tie Neck Blouse

Joggers

also in Silver

Halter Blouse

also in black

Long Sleeve Feathered Maxi Dress

also in black

Feather Hem Dress 

Blazer

also in black

Dress Beautifully in Sparkles

XOXO Sarah Louise

Friday 5: Festive Tops

TGIF! And it’s going to be a good one! Mr is off of work this weekend (that NEVER happens!) ok well technically he’s on call Saturday but I’m choosing to believe that he won’t have to go in and I can soak up two days in a row of his greatness.  The times of just us two are quickly coming to an end so we plan to take advantage.  We never did get around to taking a baby moon (see reason above) but we are going to go on a dinner date, decorate our home for Christmas and work on organizing the nursery because gals, it’s 90% done!!!!  I’m so excited I can’t stand it! After we organize and put away all of her gifts and I finish her drapes I’ll be able to share pictures with you.

We are also helping to decorate our church for Christmas Saturday morning – it’s over 100 years old and such a beauty!  We are going to try and squeeze in a tour of the maternity center I’ll be delivering at after – ekkk it’s getting real!

Now that our calendars are turned to December tis the season for festive parties and that means festive outfits. Ruffles, bows, plaid, velvet and sequins - I've rounded up a bit of everything for you! Personally, I’ll be in a black maternity dress accessorized with sparkly baubles and furs.

BUT, if I didn’t have the bump I’d be wearing one  of these party tops – In fact I think I’m going to order the ruffled off the shoulder one for Valentine’s Day next year J

Ruffle Off the Shoulder  |  One Shoulder Bow  |  Plaid  |  Velvet  |  Sequins  |

Dress Beautifully in a Festive Top this Holiday Season

XOXO Sarah Louise

Color, Pattern, Texture, Shine

Thank You to Stacey London & Clinton Kelly from the Show "What Not to Wear" 
Who taught us to incorporate Color, Pattern Texture & Shine into our Outfits.

This Look Does Just That....

Color: Mustard Pencil Skirt
Pattern: Gingham Shirt, Python Clutch
Shine: Confetti Sequin Tank
Texture: Leather Boots

J Crew Gingham Shirt, Pencil Skirt, & Sequin Tank

Tory Burch Boots & Clutch, Kate Spade Earrings, Butter Nail Polish

Does Your Look Have

Color, Pattern Texture & Shine?

XOXO Sarah Louise

Checks & Chevron

Chevron has made a major appearance in the world of print over the past year.
But it's not "new" ... Chevron stripes have been used for military insignia for over 200 years!

Seems like every boutique is showcasing the zigzag in all different colors and styles.  You can even find it in home decor.

It's not high on my list of go-to prints as I find it to be busy and overdone.  However, I feel that by limiting it's presence in my closet and keeping the print small I'm not too overwhelmed.

This particular top instantly caught my eye last year.  

I mean it's Sparkly!! 

I like that its neutral (perfect for pairing with lots of colors) 

and can instantly contribute to a fancy look. 

Gingham however is a favorite classic print of mine.  

Mr. wears it often, and while shopping with him one afternoon 

I snagged myself a few button downs that have become all year staples.

Gingham Button Down - Brooks Brothers 

Chevron Sequin Top - J Crew 

Jeans - Seven for All Mankind  

(All from '12 & '13)

Mix Your Prints with Checks & Chevron!

XOXO Sarah Louise