Jessica Simpson

DRESS for the HEAT

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     What do you do when you have to appear somewhat professional-ish, but it’s 100 degrees outside, but sleevelessness and any hint of cleavage is not allowed?
 
     I decided on a shapeless, short dress, with sheer, almost see-thru  sleeves, funky shoes, and a messy updo.
 
     Although I’m never a huge fan of anything with a round neck, severe cleavage and chest flesh is sometimes inappropriate (but sometimes acceptable!) So this dress is perfect for outings that require a little more conservative presence!
shoes by Jessica Simpson, bag / watch by Michael Kors, bracelet by Coach, glasses by Dolce & Gabbana
 
     As the weather gets colder, I might be tempted to wear leggings with ankle boots and a scarf, to winterize this dress. However, for now… this is my attempt at dressing despite the heat!
 
-SDS
-August 21, 2014
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A Good Day…and Yes, More Animal Print

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A Good Day…

     Sunday was a good day.  I did the unthinkable, and was under the weather so I took a nap in the middle of the day.  By nap, I mean I was pretty much in bed until about 3:00

     I didn’t cook, or clean, or make it to church.  The 40 million milligrams of vitamins finally kicked in late in the day, so I did manage to get dressed, and make it to the movies to see “Man of Steel.”


shoes by Jessica Simpson, belt by Michael Kors, jeans by Democracy

     That movie wasn’t my personal pick, but it was my husband’s choice and I am bend-y like that on some issues.  It was actually wonderful and I loved it, though!

earrings by Chico’s

     Apparently there is a never ending supply of old animal print clothing in my closet, because when I was digging for a missing shoe, I noticed this top from two summer’s ago hanging in the closet, squished in between two sweaters.  

     It has a side tie, and actually a tiny chest area button which I obviously neglected to use. It’s all good though…I have on an animal print bra from Victoria’s Secret so who cares. Being a bit budget conscious, I got the top on-the-cheap from 

TJ Maxx!

movado watch, michael kors bag, davidf yurman ring, tiffany and co, Prada glasses

ring by David Yurman, bag by Michael Kors, watch by Movado, bracelet by Tiffany & Co

     The matching mani-pedi combo was the result of a spa day from earlier in the week.  I absolutely am not progressive enough to do the pointy nail thing, and never will. Never, like never. Well, unless it’s part of a Halloween costume or I get a part in a vampire movie.

 

 

I can also brag, and say that the boyfriend jeans are totally brand new and were a super good bargain! 

   Actually, by “boyfriend jeans” what I mean to say, is that I really couldn’t find any I liked under $200, so I just bought a pair of Democracy Jeans about three sizes too large from Ross for $23.00…but hey, once you throw on a Michael Kors belt, it’s all good.

I just wanted some baggy-ish stretchy summer jeans and it was really hard trying to find some that were NOT made with a crazy high waist line. A high waist looks great on very few people, and I won’t be doing that, either. 

   I remember that my mom always wore Calvin Klein jeans with high heels and I ran into quite a few pairs of those while jean shopping.  I wondered if Calvin cleared out a storage facility from 1985…or did they actually manufacture more for the current trend? 

    After the movie, we went home to enjoy our Sunday evening spiritual ritual of watching Hal Lindsey and then Irwin Baxter teach their bible prophecies and speak on current world affairs, on the Daystar Network. It’s always really heavy stuff! 

    …and that was Sunday!

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-SDS

July 1, 2013

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ROCK SOME KITTY WITH A LITTLE KORS

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     I remember the first time I ever saw anything Hello Kitty.

     I was back-to-school shopping with my mom at Foley’s before entering the 2nd grade.  There was a little “Sanrio” booth next to the register with wonderful little nick nacks and most were decorated in pink with a little kitty face on them.  That was the first year that the kitty was added to the lineup of the Japanese company’s characters.

The Hello Kitty franchise has grown tremendously over the years and you can find pretty much anything with Hello Kitty and her friends on it.

This top struck me when I found it as being something fun to throw on for a casual day or night.  I love the logo seen on the back hip!  Well, and I love the gold metallic trim, the gold studs around the neck with mesh detail!  It has short sleeves so I thought this short cropped leather jacket would be a great addition for a cool November day out to lunch.

The Sanrio company just rocks, and so does Hello Kitty and that’s all there is to it!  IF you want to check out the multitudes of Kitty products that exist, then check out the Sanrio site.

     The black clutch is the Michael Kors & Estee Lauder Holiday bag out now for Fall 2012.  The nail color and lip colors shown are the ones from the purchase as well!  The shoes are from Jessica Simpson.

 

-December 6, 2012

–SDS

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I AM KORS for the HOLIDAYS

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I AM KORS for the HOLIDAYS

     My brother and I met for lunch today, and also went to pick up a coconut cake for the Thanksgiving Holiday Dinner I am planning.
 
     It was a great day to snap a few pictures because I got to use my new Michael Korshandbag today which was an early birthday gift!
     The watch is Michael Kors as well. I wear it all the time and love it.   The black patent platforms are by Jessica Simpson and are comfortable for hours!
     I love the color of the Michael Kors bag, it is called “persimmon” and is a natural orange tone that seems to blend with a lot.
     I love to buy random new pieces that can flush in with things you already own. News flash… everything you wear every day can’t be brand new! To me, the idea is to build and grow your wardrobe without going broke.
    
    Sidebar:  I  never ever watched Sex in the Citybut the one time or so it happened to be on before I could change the channel, I thought it was ridiculous that Carrie was buying $400 shoes but then worried about her rent getting paid or money to go to dinner! Ugh! In your 20’s I suppose, but her character was clearly in her 40’s!
 

 
     So my love affair with Kors handbags continues! One in every style and color would be fabulous, however my new persimmon Hamilton will do!
-November 20, 2012
–SDS
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CLASSIC LEVI’S DAY

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     Today was a classic Levi’s kind of a day.  Today consisted of running errands together which included a quick meeting for business at a local Starbucks (any visit to a Starbucks by this man is completely rare…he does not require caffeine to operate as the rest of us do) then there were more errands followed by a quick lunch.
 

     One of my day’s challenges was getting him to stop long enough today to take a few shots for this Levi’s blog post!
 

     
     We actually laughed so hard and it was really fun when we stopped to snap pictures at a place I used to consider to be my own personal hidden swampy place.  However, when we got to my super secret swampy place, we found that it wasn’t a secret anymore. Tables, benches, an asphalt trail and bridge had been added, so it’s not a secret anymore! It is still an extremely secluded spot in the middle of our town. 
     I guess I feel strongly about the Levi Strauss & Company products because I feel that now more than ever, we need to support our American companies and jobs.  If you don’t support America, who will ?
 
     Levi Strauss is a worldwide company that’s been around since 1853 and its headquarters is in San Francisco, California.  Levi jeans are a classic…forever, sort of like animal print. Levi’s are for every age.
 
     It would not matter if I were wearing a $300 pair of jeans…my body is still my body, any pair of jeans isn’t going to magically transform me into a supermodel.
     He has on a black tuxedo styled shirt by Guess and his favorite Levi’s Authentic cut. (Skinny jeans on a guy freak me out!) My black short waist blazer is from Guess as well.
 
     Join in the fun and send in any hot shots you may have in your Levi’s!  I would love to post!
 
-November 8, 2012
-SDS
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