Dress Beautifully

Mar 7, 2022

5 Ways to Go Bananas

Happy Monday gals! This past weekend was warm, sunny and full of fun! We celebrated my niece and Vivian's bestest cousin friend in the whole wide world's birthday and even had a sleepover at our house. I took both girls to church dressed just alike and oh my heavens they were the cutest little church girlies! - see my IG for pictures :)

I'm always sharing that versatility is key for making purchases and have a diverse wardrobe. It's equally important to shop your own closet, styling looks with what you have, rather than adding new. Great style doesn't equal having the latest!

So, I'm taking this colorful banana print blouse and pairing it 5 different ways with pieces I've had for quite some time. I kept the heels the same (they're my new fav for this upcoming Spring/Summer) and simply changed the bottoms. Any sandal casual or dressy will style beautifully with any of these looks.

I hope these visuals help inspire you to create a multitude of outfits with what you have!

Love these White Jeans! They're a bright beautiful staple for warm weather.

Personally, I like a little distressing for a modern touch.

Lavender Skirt

Shorts

I love the tan color - beautiful with bright white tops and forgiving when it comes to stains

b/c this season is all about play - am I right?!

Denim Skirt

Skirt & Here

Banana Print Blouse | Heels

Dress Beautifully Styling Your Wardrobe

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Mar 4, 2022

Friday Favorites: Bright Bold Spring Tops

TGIF! Yesterday was sunny with clear blue Carolina skies and 80F! I spent the afternoon outside with Vivian in a tank top & shorts soaking up all the warm rays. She dressed up and took her babies on a stroll. Gals, my Mamma heart is so proud at what a sweet little Mamma she is and at her ability to style herself beautifully! Clearly, I'm raising her right to never leave home without lipstick!

While it may be back to chilly temps today, Spring is right around the corner and I am more than ready for it. It's my favorite season. A bright bold colorful top is a style essential. Pair it with jeans - I'm eager for bright white pairs personally and you'll be in the spirit to welcome the warmer, more colorful season.

Here are some of my favorite tops for Spring ...

3 additional prints

4 additional colors

Lavender Spaghetti Strap

Dress Beautifully in a Bright Spring Top

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Mar 2, 2022

One Dress Fits ALL

That's right gals, this dress fits AND flatters all! Let me share why ....

1. Crisp Cotton Fabric - cool & breathable

2. Smocked Waist - accentuates and creates shape

3. V-Neck - elongates face

4. Puff Short Sleeve - slims arms and visual hourglass shape

5. Ankle Length - coverage & versatility for any shoe

Alone this dress is undeniably pretty but styling it with layers that show your personality make it beautiful on you!

Edgy - add a Moto jacket & buckle booties

Sporty - sweatshirt & sneakers

Work - blazer & block heel

Casual - waist tied chambray/denim jacket & sandals

This dress debuted several seasons ago and since has been offered in so many colors, prints and fabrics because it's just that good. Even in a mini version (I just purchased it in this butterfly print).

Whether its on the playground, in the office or a night out this dress truly fits all!

This stack of bracelets are handmade here in Charlotte by my friend Taylor - she has so many lovely pieces!

Dress - 5 prints & 3 solids | Chambray | Mini Version - 2 prints & 1 solid

Bracelets

Dress Beautifully in a Dress that Flatters

XOXO Sarah Louise

Feb 28, 2022

Your Best for Success

I don’t know of a time where I haven’t felt the pressure of ‘success'. From getting good grades in school, performing in my career and even in relationships.

I’m a Type A (& Enneagram 1 for further explanation) driven person that is constantly striving for the best in everything I do. I was chatting with my oldest and dearest friend on Friday and she pointed out that I (and Ryan too) am so intense and always doing things above and beyond. We both laughed at this truth!!

There are so many measurements in this world: salaries, square footage, dress size, milage pace, rsvp’s and oh the ‘likes’ (hiding that count on IG is my most favorite feature). They are all quantifiers we easily use to define us.

But when I die (y’all know now that I have my funeral planned out - if not go read this fun fact post about myself) I hope to goodness my family and friends don’t remember me for my resume, assets, waistline, running speed, party size or social media popularity!

I’m not saying your work, investments, fitness, friends or platforms are bad. In fact, they are all super important to me because those are the avenues in which I serve and encourage others.

However prevalent these are in our world I do not want to be defined by them. This was solidified in me after Vivian was born and I chose to be out of the office. It’s amazing the perspective you gain from loving others & following God's plan and purpose. I’m back at work in a very different capacity now but want to continue to grow with a mindset of living for Him not the world.

Here’s what I’m going to do for the success I do want to have …

MY BEST

My Mamma said this is all she ever wanted from me.

I’m not called to perfection.

Keep trying - never ever give up. Continue to grow and learn.

Dress Beautifully in Your Best

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Feb 25, 2022

Friday Favorites: Modern Pearl Jewelry

TGIF! Pearls have always been my top favorite for jewelry. They're just so beautiful and feminine. Diamonds may be a girl's best friend but classy girls wear pearls.

My Mamma and Mother in Law have gifted me many pearl pieces that I cherish.

My Pearl Oval Hoops

A classic strand of pearls are just that, classic. They are heirloom pieces to be cherished and most often kept in the jewelry box only to come out for special occasions. Now, when it comes to every day pearl jewelry, modern designs are equally as beautiful and stylish. I'll always favor the classics but also want to keep my style current with a contemporary mix.

Here are some fashionable pretty pearl pieces ....