2012 Resolution #2:  Take More Risks

2012 Resolution #2: Take More Risks

I took this picture of Tim Gunn at his October 2011 appearance in San Antonio “Risk taking in fashion is fun, but risk taking in our careers and in our education is essential. Ambitious people are more attractive and more fun to be with than people who maintain the status quo.”Tim Gunn, Gunn’s Golden Rules,…

Leggin’ Lovin’ and Small Business Shoppin’

Leggin’ Lovin’ and Small Business Shoppin’

I do love my leggings from Coldwater Creek. I bought them last summer on clearance for $19 and they are the best leggings that I have ever owned! In fact, this whole look is only $30!! The purple top was $7 at Ross a couple of years ago and the fun ballet flats were $3…

The Purple Shield Against the Silent Sword

The Purple Shield Against the Silent Sword

 Purple Blouse: Coldwater Creek Silk Jacket: Chico’s Brown Pants: Jana Kos Scarf:  Garment Exchange During the time of the Roman Empire, purple cloth was worn by royalty…the people in power. While that might make some of you cringe and hate what was worn by the “privileged,” I prefer to look at it as the…

An October State of Mind

An October State of Mind

(Note: It helps if you sing this first line to the tune of the 12 Days of Christmas!!) On the first day of October, my husband said to me….Why don’t you go sho-o-oping??” Don’t worry, that ‘s where I stop with song lyrics. But, when I felt a nip in the morning air today, I…

Before You Leave the House, Put a Little Laughter in Your Bag

Before You Leave the House, Put a Little Laughter in Your Bag

  Jacket: Stein Mart Blouse: Coldwater Creek Blue Pants: Coldwater Creek Shoes: Marshalls Earrings: Garment Exchange Something to laugh about? The blouse is too big, because I have lost weight!! I begin every day with headlines….breaking news alerts….and constant bullets shot into my brain of what is happening in the world. You have to…

From Hating Jeans to Loving Them!

From Hating Jeans to Loving Them!

Jacket: Dress Barn JNY Top: Consignment Lee Denim: Kohls Flats: Old Navy About ten years ago, I absolutely hated jeans! That’s right everyone’s favorite, go-to, life-wear was my worst nightmare. I just was misinformed and believed all jeans were light blue denim, mom-jeans, which had to be saggy in order to fit! If you had asked…

Life Is Short….Celebrate Each Minute and, Go Ahead, Wear Some Bling!!

Life Is Short….Celebrate Each Minute and, Go Ahead, Wear Some Bling!!

Silk Jacket: Chico’s Calvin Klein Shirt with Bling: Marshall’s Capri Pants: Talbots Steve Madden Purse: Marshall’s (Sorry about the capris AGAIN, but Monday it was 110, and yesterday 107)  I long to wear my long pants comfortably! Twice in the last two months, life has demanded my attention.  I already shared with you my allergic…

Give Me A Coupon and a Summer Sale and I will GIVE YOU FUN!

Give Me A Coupon and a Summer Sale and I will GIVE YOU FUN!

Jacket: Stein Mart Ann Klien Blouse: Stein Mart Blue Pants: Coldwater Creek I really love the summer sales more than any other time of year…because I not only find great prices on summer clothes, but often find little treasures of fall/winter left over from the previous year.  Also, since my birthday is in the summer,…