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Showing posts with label shop bop. Show all posts

Sep 17, 2021

Friday Favorites: Crisp White Tops

 TGIF! I unapologetically hoard white tops. I just love the crisp fresh look. I feel brighter when I wear them. I credit my Mamma & her Mamma for this affinity as I share it with them. 


They make any outfit look and feel polished. They're also great for layering this time of year under knits and jackets.

Here are some really pretty crisp white tops ...

Ruffle Collar & Cuff Top


I have this top in white and green print!














looks designer but fabulous price

Dress Beautifully in a Crisp White Top

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Jul 28, 2021

Exaggerated Embellishments


I'm far from a simple, one dimensional gal.  I embrace all the bold, bright and beautiful details fashion has to offer. Not to state the obvious but I'm one of a kind. Through the years I've shed my shyness and grown to be proud of the unique lady God has made me to be.

This particular outfit takes my favorite classic pairing of a crisp white top and jeans to a whole new level. The jeans have an old school acid wash & ultra high rise but made modern with dainty pearl detailing.
The white cotton blouse has old victorian style in the lace trimmed high collar and shoulders but also made modern in a cropped length.

These exaggerated embellishments are striking to me. They are distinctly feminine yet subtly courageous. 

I encourage you to find pieces with embellishments that truly showcase your style and wear them fearlessly. 








Dress Beautifully in Exaggerated Embellishments 

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Apr 16, 2021

Friday Favorites: Muscle Tanks & Not So Short Shorts

TGIF! The temps are rising around here which means outfits are getting smaller in efforts to stay cool. 

circa Summer 2017
Still love these denim shorts

This is an area of anxiety for me as shorts are a Summer staple and I struggle to be confident with my legs despite the rigorous exercising I've been doing for decades. I literally pray and coach myself in working to be grateful for their strength, speed and health.  They've carried me nearly 38 years without fail, even through a few half marathons, and while they'll never be strutting down a runway, they are a gift.

I'm a petite gal, but proportionately my legs are a bit bigger.  It's a challenge to find shorts that fit the waist and hips while having ample room in the leg.

Ta-Da! I've found some! I still have to take a deep breath before walking out of my door in them, but I have yet to have someone not be my friend because of a little cellulite and cankles.

Nothing goes better with shorts than a classic cotton tank! 

I'm a tank over tee gal because I feel I can move easier, stay a little cooler and they create balanced proportions since I tend to wear more coverage on my lower body. And I actually like my arms and shoulders.

Stylistically, the muscle tank is on trend, but it's also functional in that you won't have to worry about concealing your bra straps and the wider strong shoulder helps create an hourglass silhouette. 

Here are my favorite tanks & shorts:


These Shorts are high rise and have plenty of room in the leg.
Sizing: I typically go down in jeans to a 24 in this brand, but in shorts I stayed true to size at 25
These are much lower in price than designer options and are better fit and quality in my opinion!

This tank is super soft with delicate pleating at the shoulder.
I have it in 5 colors (8 available) I love it so much. I have both sizes xs & xs petite
Fantastic price!

tank sold out :(

These chino shorts are very soft, sit higher on the waist and have a slight stretch for comfort.
I have them in 4 colors and took my normal size 0.


Wore this color yesterday - Best part, price is right!
2 fit options & 8 colors I chose the standard/modern fit

My top - lots of colors.


I also have these denim shorts. Lots of room in the leg!


These longer high rise denim shorts have received great reviews.  I have them ordered but I did size up.
5 wash/finish options


I have them ordered in my normal size.


Muscle Tank - 3 colors





Dress Beautifully in Muscle Tanks & Shorts

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Feb 15, 2021

Ruffled

 What ruffles your feathers?

For me it's not being early, clutter, bad weather (I currently can not remember how many days it's been since I've seen the sun!), lazy people and disrupted plans #typeA 

Ruffled tops and dresses, now that's a win! Ruffles are a soft flutter of fabric that adds delicate emphasis and flounce to your step! This detail is a big trend right now & I couldn't be happier about it.

Since it's been days and days of frigid cold (well for us Southerners) and dark grey rainy skies, I'm lifting my spirits browsing Spring styles.

Here are some pretty ruffled pieces ...








I have this top in petite and love it!






more colors & $20












on my wish list!













Dress Beautifully in Ruffles

XOXO Sarah Louise

Oct 7, 2020

Pink Jungle


A soft sweater and jeans a long skirt is my new go-to this season.  Don't get me wrong I love a good pair of jeans and I've got a couple good posts coming at you with this season's denim trends, but I'm loving the femininely that a skirt has along with the same coverage and ease of movement.

Places to go and occasions outside our homes are far and few between, I know that, but when I do leave I want to feel put together and like myself.  A long skirt doesn't require any extra work.  In fact you can still skip shaving your legs and they're actually more forgiving than a pair of jeans. Bonus, sneakers are all the rage with skirts and dresses so embrace the chic comfort! 

A printed skirt can be a little more fun and it allows for more interesting paring options.  Of course you can always opt for neutrals, ivory, black, navy, brown ... but pulling from a color inside the print is a little more lively in my opinion.  
I chose the soft pink in this skirt but plan on styling with a green too.

And let me remind you that a crisp white shirt is ALWAYS a fabulous idea!







Dress Beautifully in a Sweater & Maxi Skirt

XOXO Sarah-Louise