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Wanderlust: California

April 25, 2018 No Comments

I have always wanted to go to California! I have a couple of friends who live out there and they love it! I actually went to L.A. a couple of years ago for a blog conference, but I didn’t get to venture out beyond the hotel and the area around the Staples Center. I did go on a walking tour, which was amazing, but there is so much to see in California besides downtown L.A. Photo Source: Reef Rainforest California holds such intrigue, mainly because I have always wanted to be an actress, but I never pursued that dream. It […]

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Celebrating National Consignment Day

October 2, 2017 No Comments

“I secondhand shop because I love it when someone else pays full price first.” I love going to a consignment store and ruffling through rack after rack of clothes. I have seen items from Michael Kors and Ralph Lauren to James Perse and Tory Burch, all at a fraction of their original {full} price. Today, October 2nd, is the first-ever National Consignment Day! Consigning is a great way to make smart, sustainable fashion choices and earn some extra money, especially right now before the holiday! {**This post contains affiliate links. I will receive a small commission and/or be compensated if […]

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Oh, how I love Chanel…

August 29, 2016 No Comments

If you were to ask me, “What is your favorite designer label?” I would proclaim, in a sing-songy voice, “Chanel!” In a previous post, I mentioned that I owned a couple of Chanel bags and a wallet. I rarely use them simply because I wouldn’t be able to stand myself if I brought on early “wear and tear” to them. So they sit bagged and boxed up in my closet. I have a couple of vintage Chanel hair accessories, a.k.a. ponytail holders, which I purchased at antique stores. But my most recent Chanel acquisition sent my heart racing. On January 14th, […]

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Dress Form Outfit #50

December 12, 2012 No Comments

The weather has turned much colder here in East Tennessee. So instead of running around town doing last minute Christmas shopping, I think I’ll just lounge around. And what better to lounge around in than some nice comfy leggings, a soft t-shirt, and a warm sweater. Dress Form Outfit #50, for the week of December 9, 2012 T-Shirt: Affliction, purchased at Buckle; Leggings: Forever 21 Sweater: Allison Brittney, purchased at Goodwill This outfit can be worn around town as well. Just pair it with some cute shiny silver flats. This Affliction shirt was a gift from my husband. It’s kind of […]

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Dress Form Outfit #47

November 21, 2012 No Comments

This week’s dress form outfit is what I consider to be a “casual work to date night” outfit. I often see in fashion magazines where stylists put together an outfit where every item is under $50. The jeans may be $25, the shirt may be $39, the purse may be $15, etc… However, I would love to see them style an entire outfit for under $50 total – from top to bottom, including accessories. So when I put together my dress form outfits, that is exactly my goal — to put together an inexpensive outfit for less than $50 total! […]