This post has been sponsored by Okabashi Shoes. All opinions are 100% my own. During the summer I travel a lot. We drive to different destinations, and I am always on a plane somewhere going to this and that. I like being comfortable -- as comfortable as I can. ...
Fashion
JORD Watch – A Unique Wood Watch And My Favorite Accessory
Thanks to JORD Watch for sending me a sample to review. All opinions are 100% my own. I am not much of a watch person. Since having a clock on my phone, I just never see the need to wear one. However, I was recently introduced to the JORD Watch, and I do believe my idea of not wearing a watch is changing -- and here's why. They are so stylish and look great on my wrist! ...
Gingham Fashion for the Fall
Fall is right around the corner and one of my favorite fashion items is none other than -- gingham. I love doing gingham fashion in the fall. This can come in the form of shirts, flannels, bandanas, leggings and more. ...
5 Summer Shoe Styles You Need in Your Closet
It's no secret how much I love shoes. If you were to see my closet, you would be shocked! My favorite season for shoe wearing is summer, and today I am sharing with you 5 summer shoe styles you will want in your closet this year. ...
Celebrate Shark Week in Style this Year with Shark Inspired Glasses from Knockaround
Thanks to Knockaround for sending me a couple of pair to these amazing Shark Theme Sunglasses. All opinions listed are 100% my own. Every year since my kids were smaller, we have tuned in to our televisions and have been glued to the Discovery Channel to learn all about sharks during Shark Week. It's funny, because it really started out as a way to learn more about sharks during one of our ...
Summer Dresses That are Perfect for Vacation Time
If you are heading out on an adventure this summer, you need to make sure you pack the perfect summer dresses for the occasion. I have made it a goal that this year I am going to wear more dresses and enjoy doing it in the process! Here are a few of my favorite that I take with me when I travel. ...
Fashion Over Forty: Jisoncase Genuine Leather Clutch Bag
Thanks to Jisoncase for sending me this genuine leather clutch bag for review. All opinions listed are 100% my own. Y'all I'm 43. Finding fashion accessories to suit me gets harder and harder the older I get. I don't do hats, backpacks or the trendiest fashion statements. But what I can get behind is a wallet that lets me carry my essentials (aka my phone and my money) all in one place. ...
Spring Fashion Needs When Traveling
I don't know about you, but the travel bug has me craving a few days away from here right now. of course, with the weather acting like a woman right now going through menopause, I always like to pack a few extra pieces of clothing into my luggage. Today, I wanted to share a few spring fashion needs that you should take with you anytime you happen to be traveling. ...
How To Create The Perfect Outfit For Any Occasion
Everyone likes to look their best, no matter the occasion. When we look good, we feel good, and this all starts with the clothes we wear. Putting together the perfect outfit for any scenario is a lot easier than you expect. You might think there are a million and one things to concern yourself with, but the reality is that there are only three! ...
Feeling Fierce and Fabulous This Fall With Athleta #PowerofShe
This post has been sponsored by Athleta through the Collectively Network. All opinions listed are 100% my own. The fall is one of my all time favorite times of the year. For some it is because of the cooler weather. For my daughter it is for sweaters and hot cocoa. But for me, it is all about boot season. ...
How to Embrace the Second Phase of Your Life
This shop has been compensated by Schwarzkopf. #CareWithKeratin #sponsored As I write this, I am beginning to look at myself with new eyes. No longer am I a homeschool mom filled with days of schoolbooks and lesson plans. No longer am I this stay at home mom devoted to her children's welfare. No -- I am in the second phase of my life -- the empty nest phase. For a long time I struggled with ...
prAna — Making Women Feel Beautiful and Helping the Earth at the Same Time
I received complimentary clothes from prAna in exchange for this review. All opinions listed are 100% my own. When I first heard about the brand prAna and saw their line of clothes, I thought to myself -- I sure wish I could wear something like that. I never thought in a million years that their clothes would fit my body style, but I am here to tell you -- I am totally in love with the ...
Outfit of the Week- My First LeTote Find
My friend Amiyrah at Four Hats and Frugal talks about LeTote all the time and also has this weekly fashion post that she does and I thought it would be a great idea to start here as well, so thanks Amiyrah for the inspiration! I recently tried out LetTote and man oh man y'all -- I think I am IN LOVE with this site. My very first tote arrived this past week, and let me just say -- NOTHING is ...
StitchFix Style #10 – Beach Styles
If you know anything about me at all, it is this -- I love clothes . . . and shoes . . . and jewelry . . . and coffee. Yes -- I am all girl in that department and that is why I absolutely LOVE Stitchfix. They help me to get out of my comfort zone by sending me a few items that I would not normally choose for myself. ...
Travel Fashionable With AIT Bags
For the longest time, I have been wanting one of those gorgeous, soft pastel handbags from the more popular name brands. I would stand in the window or in the store and look at them with pure love. I would run my hands over the smooth soft material thinking how good this would look on my shoulder. And then the sticker shock would set in -- like seriously? Almost $500 for a handbag? I would put ...
Get Ready to Hit the Lake with Orvis Fashion
I received complimentary product from Orvis for this review. It's spring time here at Land Between the Lakes and that means we will be spending a lot of time on the water. Because of that, I am always on the lookout for sporty fashionable clothes -- and I think I found them thanks to Orvis. ...
4 Things You Should Not Wear to the Airport
Easter is coming soon and with that, many families will be traveling home to spend this special holiday with their loved ones. That usually means, hours in the car driving, or a few hours spent at the airport. I have learned a few things over the years of the types of clothing that may look great around Easter, but that you totally want to skip if you are flying. You can wear them when you get ...
How to Add A Hint of Red to Your Valentine’s Day Outfit
Anyone who knows me knows I am not a fan of red clothing. I have auburn hair, and when I wear red, it clashes with my hair. However, I don't dislike red. In fact, I love a hint of red in any outfit and since Valentine's Day is coming up, I thought I would show you how I add just a bit of red to jazz up my outfit. ...
How we Wore It – Mixing Colors and Patterns
I am loving this new fashion series I discovered between my fashion blogging friends. Each month, we are sent a style and then we, as best as we can, try to recreate it and find a new way to wear clothing we would not normally wear. This month, we were given the style choice of mixing pops of color with different patterns. This is the original photo "Because Shanna Said So". ...
Creating a Fall Fashion Look with Iris Impressions
During October in Kentucky the weather is mild. It's not hot, but it's not cold either. However the time for open toed high heels has ended, so I have to find other ways to rock my favorite dresses, so I use ankle boots to do that. I recently received a gorgeous wrap dress from Iris Impressions to review and it made my beautiful fall date night outfit gorgeous. ...
Fashion for Less – 599Fashion.Com
I love when I find clothing stores that fit my style and my budget. I was recently introduced to 599fashion.com by my friend Tammy Litke of Three Different Directions, and as soon as I saw her purchases, I couldn't help but browse the site and see if they had anything I wanted. When she said most everything on the site is $5.99 or under, I had to see it for myself -- and you know what? She was ...
Fashion for Less – How to Create a Beautiful Outfit for Less Than $10
If you know anything about me at all, you know how much I love to shop. I recently put together an adorable outfit and everything from the shoes to the jewelry cost me less than $10. Because of that easy shopping trip, I decided to share my tips with you on how you too can put together cute outfits like this one. ...
Summer Fashions That Will Flatter Your Body Style
My body style is SO weird to me. I am that pear shaped body style so it is really hard to find clothing to flatter my body style. Today, I want to share some summer outfits that I have put together that will help you also to choose clothes that flatter your body style. ...
Feel Beautiful in This Libian Jr Plus Size Maxi Dress
Yesterday for Mother's Day I did something that I don't normally do. I got dressed up. Yes -- I fixed my hair, put on my makeup, and wore my new Libian Jr Plus Size Embroidery Maxi Dress. I have never felt more beautiful and I had a TON of compliments on how much it flattered my figure. ...
My Stitch Fix for April – What I Loved and What I Hated
Have you ever heard of Stitch Fix? I had never heard of it until a friend of mine posted about her "fix" she got for the month. Basically what it is -- a box of clothing and accessories that a stylist sends you based on your likes and fashion requests. Sometimes you get great choices like the one I got in February. But sometimes you get some not so great choices like the striped shirt dress I got ...
How to Spring Clean Your Closet in 4 Easy Steps
Alright y'all -- I'm going to let you in on a little secret. Are you ready -- here it is -- I like to shop. I don't mean just a little shopping, but I am talking a lot of shopping. I could shop for clothes and shoes all. day. long. Because of my love for shopping, my closet looks like a hot mess a lot times. So today, I am going to show you how to spring clean your closet in 4 easy steps. ...
February 2015 Stitch Fix
I have found a new love in having a personal stylist shop for my clothing! Thanks to Stitch Fix, I have discovered some super cute clothes for JUST ME! Here’s my review for my February 2015! ...
Hint Like You Mean it Sweepstakes from Helzberg Diamonds
I received a complimentary piece of jewelry in exchange for posting this review of Helzberg Diamonds. All opinions listed are 100% my own. When I was younger, I had so much jewelry that it was not even funny. My mother loved to lavish me with rings, necklaces, and more. The older I got though, I just wasn't as into jewelry like I was as a teenager. Then, somewhere along the line, my love for ...
Find Your Perfect Fall Outfit with J.Jill and the Pure Jill Collection
Fall is one of my favorite times of the year. Not because of the food. Not because of the brown and red colored leaves that fall on the ground. No -- I love fall because of the clothes I get to wear! ...
Dove Advanced Care Deodorant Gives You Confidence to Rock that Sleeveless Outfit
Disclaimer: “I participated in an Influencer Activation Program on behalf of Influence Central for Dove Advanced Care Deodorant. I received a promotional item to facilitate my review. A few weeks ago, my husband and I attended an evening wedding of two of our closest friends. I was SO excited because I was going to be able to get all dolled up in my favorite sleeveless dress and dance the night ...