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Protecting Our Privates Naturally with WAMA Hemp Underwear & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #240
Recently, I have increased my focus on finding and supporting sustainable and ethical brands not only for the sake of our earth and environment but also for my own personal health. When we talk about sustainability and ethics in the production of fabrics and apparel, the emphasis is on the business practices and sourcing of products involved in the manufacture and sale of clothing goods. However, we seem to forget that everything we put in, on, and around our bodies effects our physical and overall health as well. Natural fabrics and fibers are not only better for the environment but they are better for our bodies, too. I am always…
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Workin’ for the Weekend | September Stylish Monday Link Up
The past month has literally flown by so quickly that my head is spinning. For this Stylish Monday group of fabulously fashionable women, we went from Back to Work styles in August to Workin’ for the Weekend in September. It really does sometimes feel like the work never ends regardless of the day of the week. As a blogger, a lot of my behind the scenes work happens on the weekends. It is the easiest time to coordinate with my husband/photographer and so my weekends are generally occupied with changing outfits and taking and editing photos. On a weekend with good weather, we will sometimes photograph 6-7 outfits so my…
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Denim Overalls and Pearls & Link Up On the Edge #261
I am cheating with today’s post and sharing an outfit that appeared in a July guest post for Carrie of Curly Crafty Mom. Last year, Carrie and I played this little game of fashion ping pong with our denim overalls. While we never consulted one another on styling denim overalls, we always seemed to be thinking along the same lines each time we have both styled them. The very first time Carrie shared her overalls, she wore them in winter with a puff sleeve sweater and beanie hat. I remember commenting on that post how much we were thinking alike because I had just photographed an outfit in my overalls where…
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How to Start a Meaningful Life-Enhancing Small Business
Launching a small business gives you the opportunity to fulfill your personal and professional ambitions but choosing to run a meaningful business can transform every aspect of your life. As well as giving you an added sense of purpose, a meaningful enterprise can increase your job satisfaction and enable you to have a positive impact on the world around you. You might already be aware of some of the required necessities of running a business. If you have decided to open a healthcare practice for example, then you will know which regulations to follow and which resources to implement, such as revenue cycle management behavioral health software. But it is important to…
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Style Imitating Art with Ever Pretty: Serving Fish by Victo Ngai
About Style Imitating Art Style Imitating Art is hosted by Daenel of Living Outside the Stacks, Salazar of 14 Shades of Grey, and Terri of MeadowTree Style. Style Imitating Art challenges us to draw style inspiration from pieces of art. Every other Monday, one of the hosts, acting as curator, selects an inspiration image that they will each post on their blogs. The following Monday, each host shares her art inspired outfit. Participants are invited to submit their art inspired outfits to the curator by 10:00 p.m. EST on the Tuesday following the hosts’ art inspired outfit posts. The following day, Wednesday, the curator will share all of the submissions on her blog. You…
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My First Shein Purchase & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #239
I first came to learn of Shein through this blogging community and over the past 6 years, I have browsed the site countless times and always loved all the fun styles offered at super affordable prices. However, I am not much for online shopping from brands that I am not familiar with their sizing or their quality. While I try to avoid fast fashion as much as I can, I am just a girl with a passion for cute clothes and sometimes my craving for something new (and cheap) wins out over my desire for sustainable shopping. This is one of those times when authenticity can be really challenging. I…
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The Last Days of Summer & Link Up On the Edge #260
“To say it was a beautiful day would not begin to explain it. It was that day when the end of summer intersects perfectly with the start of fall.” Ann Patchett “Summer’s lease hath all too short a date.” William Shakespeare The last days of summer are winding down quickly as cooler weather has already drifted down upon the North Country. I am currently sitting on my couch wrapped up in a giant cardigan, leggings, big fluffy socks, and my favorite cashmere writing gloves because as soon as the temperature dips down to about 65˚F (18.3˚C) or below, my Raynaud’s Syndrome really starts to torment me. If you are unfamiliar…
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What to Wear for Moving Day
If you are planning to move house in the near future, what you’ll wear is likely at the bottom of your priority list. Let’s face it, there are more important things than fashion when it comes to hauling boxes, picking up new keys, painting walls, and building bed frames over a period of a few days. Nevertheless, what you wear for your house move could actually impact how smoothly moving day will go. And it isn’t just about wearing comfortable, practical shoes. Keep reading for what to wear and what not to wear for moving day and why some wardrobe options are better than others. But before deciding on your…
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Reminder: The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book-Black & White
We are getting ready for the September edition of The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book (our 42nd one in this series) and the prompt is Black and White. You are welcome to share any outfits or wardrobe pieces that fit the Black and White theme and you are free to interpret it in whatever way you choose. Perhaps you have a favorite black and white shirt paired with jeans or maybe a little black dress accessorized with white accents. Anything goes here. We aren’t that picky. We just like to have lots of fun with fashion! What is The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book? It is a monthly series that Nancy and I both publish on…
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#SpreadTheKindness Link Up #238
Featured Favorites Reader Favorite (Most Clicked) Michelle of My Bijou Life shared her post, A Visit to Our Soon to Be Home & Link Up Potpourri #6. She is in the process of relocating from Las Vegas to the Asheville area and I can’t wait to go visit her once she is all settled into her beautiful new home. Fashion Favorite Darlene of Aquamarina Style shared her post, Style a Muted Paisley Dress This Fall. Paisley is one of my favorite prints ever and I love these soft shades of neutrals on Darlene. What a fabulous dress! Non-Fashion Favorite Joanne of Slices of Life shared her post, Bushkill Falls, and…
