Sunday Showcase
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Cargo Maxi Skirt and Denim for the Sunday Showcase
I went into Kohls last month to look for a crochet top, but left with a maxi cargo skirt and a pair of sandals! I was actually influenced by a styled mannequin which is a new one for me. I love my olive pants and joggers (I also have an olive skort), and when I saw this maxi with the slits on the side and the cute sandals, I knew I had to try them on. Sadly, the skirt was not on sale, but I did receive a 10% off my purchase when I checked out. I usually do not buy anything not marked down to a certain point at…
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Maxi skirt as a Dress: Tropical Summer
When I shared this tropical maxi skirt in June (read post here), Jodie (Jtouchofstyle) suggested wearing it as a dress. I thought that would be a great way to wear it a second time to church, and knew right away what I would pair with it. Since I was wearing it to church, I would need something to cover my arms without making me too hot. I would also be standing since I sing in the choir so comfortable sandals were essential. I only have one short sleeve blazer and I will say, it really is the most practical blazer I have. It allows me to wear a structured layer…
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4th of July Outfit Inspiration for the Sunday Showcase
Each year, I enjoy sharing some outfit inspiration for the holidays by using some older and newer pieces in my closet. The first outfit is completely shopped from my closet with pieces at least 2 years old. The 2nd outfit features a new pair of fun pants from the Brindle Boutique (use code MIREILLE for 25% off) and other pieces from my closet. The pants were purchased in May so I am still doing well with my summer no shop. Shop you Closet For patriotic holiday, I like to shop my closet for pieces in the red, blue and white color scheme without being too obvious and literal with my…
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Resort Wear for Every Day for the Sunday Showcase
Welcome to the May Sunday Showcase! I know it is still April till tomorrow but hosting the link up today worked better for this month’s blog posts.I bought this crop ruffled top with summer in mind, beach vacation and a future trip to Costa Rica. Of course, though I like my clothes to work for other occasions, so I wanted to style it for everyday or a date night. I found this top at TJMaxx in the clearance section a few months ago and it originally was in a section where you could buy matching palazzo pants or skirts. Sadly, they did not have the skirts anymore when I found…
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Prints for the March Sunday Showcase
Spring is in the air! I wanted to share some pretty prints that would give a nod to spring but would still be appropriate for the end of winter. While thrifting a week in February, I came across this Zara dress new with tags. I was attracted by the large blue print against the cream background and while I knew it would be too short to wear as a dress, I could envision it as a tunic or a jacket. I was correct: after trying it on, I found out it was a winner. The dress has buttons and a tie at the waist which really makes it versatile. My…
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Valentine’s Look with the Sunday Showcase
I am not one to wear pink and red hearts and holiday themed shirts and outfits. However, I do enjoy wearing outfits that do give a nod to celebrating so when Ada suggested hearts for our February Showcase, I decided to add something new to my closet. Since I did not want something that screamed Valentines, I went into one of my favorite local consignment stores to see what I could find. I was pleasantly surprised when I came across this cute JCrew sweatshirt for $13. I decided to pair it with my new TJMaxx clearance find: a true wrap midi leopard skirt. I did spend some money last month…
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As Cream as Snow: a Cream Winter Monochromatic Look: January Sunday Showcase
Wouldn’t this have been a great outfit to shoot in the snow? Alas, when we took these pictures, the weather was chilly but still in the 50s after about a week of gloomy and rainy weather. I enlisted my son’s help to take some pictures as he was home from school, but feeling well enough to do all the things. Since I did not want to go far (we had just returned from errands), I decided to simply take pictures in the back yard. I wore the same top and earrings in the outfit in this blog post last year but donated the combat boots and skirt. I like today’s…
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Red and Black for the Holidays with the Sunday Showcase Link Up
I like to dress up when I can so I decided to put two red and black outfits for the holidays that I can wear this year for Nativity/Christmas. I hope these will inspire you to create your own red and black holiday outfits! We have several church services and I also am hoping to host a Christmas dinner with my parents on the 26th. It was really interesting to put together my outfits. I had several ideas in mind but had to adjust them as my first choices of shoes didn’t work and trying to be as creative as Jodie to create a top didn’t pan out. Both outfits…
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White for Fall with the Sunday Showcase
,A couple weeks ago, I met up with my friend Rachel (The Faux French Girl) in Chattanooga at Renaissance Park for a picnic and blog pictures. I typically use my phone for pictures so it was a treat to have someone take pictures with a real camera. A big thank you for these pictures! I have been so impressed with the beautiful parks in Chattanooga by the river that plan to bring the boys back up in December. It has felt so busy lately and I am looking forward to the school breaks coming up. I do not wear my white jeans in the summer as it is too hot. …
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Non Jacket Fall Layers with the Sunday Showcase Link Up
Ideas for blog posts come to me in different ways and this one came from making a reel for the #wearitwednesday gals a couple weeks ago about skirts. It also happened on a day where the morning was really cool at 53 degrees and a light layer was needed for a couple of hours. Everyone knows to add a denim jacket to make a outfit fall worthy but what about other toppers? I looked at my closet and pulled out 4 pieces I thought would provide interest and a little warmth for cool but not cold fall days and here are my non jacket fall layers. Here is my original…