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Inspired By High Latitude Style: Black Plaid, Red Tulle, and A Side of Frostnip with A Link Up On the Edge #76
Did you know that there is a difference between frostbite and frostnip? I did not until I just looked it up on emedicinehealth. During the outdoor photo session for this post, there may have been some slight weather related injuries to myself and my photographer, Amy. And since I am so frozen these days, my brain has been unable to produce meaningful content for you all…so I thought this was a great opportunity to combine a little science lesson with my style post. But I would remiss if I did not send a shout out to my fellow cold weather blogger and science enthusiast, Nicole of High Latitude Style. I…
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My Instagram Husband & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #48
Do you have an Instagram Husband? I know I sure do. And man, do I appreciate him! While I have some great friends who very frequently volunteer to take my photos for the blog, it is my husband who falls victim to all the craziness that happens behind the scenes in this blogger’s life. *This is a sponsored post. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own. Take for example this dress which was provided to me in exchange for a blog post. On the day I wanted to photograph this dress, I didn’t realize how completely disgusting the weather was when I got dressed. But I was already dressed…
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The September Issue: What to Wear to a Fall Wedding with Rosegal & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #39
I have teamed up once again with an amazing group of super stylish ladies to bring to you a beautiful array of Fall wedding guest outfit inspiration! I am going to a get a little bit crazy and show you two different ways to style my dress. But you will have stop back on Friday to see the second way which is more traditional and the way the dress was shown at Rosegal. When I first laid eyes on this dress, it was screaming at me from the computer screen, insisting that I order it and that I pair it with combat boots. And who am I to argue with a…
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My New Goth Style in the 21st Century with DressLily
Way back when…meaning 25 years or more back…when I was in high school (Yikes…my 25th high school reunion is in the planning process), I was a little bit Goth. I dyed my hair the blackest black even back then. And I would use to baby powder on my face to get it as pale as I could. The darker the lipstick and the heavier the eyeliner, the better. Combat boots were my favorite footwear. And black was my favorite color. Unfortunately, I also hid from cameras so there is not a photograph to be found of my 90’s Goth style. *This is a sponsored post. I received this dress in…
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The Truth About Mental Illness & Link Up On the Edge #32
Many of you may already know that I have a history of Bipolar Disorder. And if you didn’t know, now you do. Recently, someone asked me how I have dealt with this disorder and if I could offer some input for a loved one of theirs who is suffering from depressive episodes. I unfortunately did not have adequate time to elaborate on how I overcame my mental illness. So I am dedicating this post to that person (who will remain anonymous due to privacy issues) and giving the topic the time it deserves and needs. If you have never suffered from mental illness or have never loved a person with…
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Stripes and Floral with a Zaful Necklace & Link Up On The Edge #31
Today’s post is going to be mostly pictures and fewer words as I have a million things (well, maybe 12 things) to get done today in preparation for heading to NYC this weekend! I am meeting up with a dear old friend for coffee and breakfast. Then I am meeting up with a dear new friend for a little blogger chit chat! And I am super excited! *This necklace was provided to me for review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. If there is anybody in the NYC area this Saturday, I will be free around noon if you want to catch up! Just let me know. (Would someone please…
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COTD & Link Up On the Edge #30
What is COTD, you may be wondering… Well, it stands for Colors of the Day and it is a super fun daily challenge hosted by a fabulously stylish couple in Oregon, Mercedes and Andy. Every Monday through Friday, they choose 2 colors/patterns/themes and challenge us to post photos of outfits, art work, nature, just about anything really, that combines the two colors, patterns, or themes. Not only are the challenges fun, but they get you thinking and being creative with your closet. And…the members of the group who participate are probably the most sincere, most genuine, most creative, most colorful, most supportive, and kindest group of people you will likely…
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Military Inspired with Real Combat Boots
I have always had an obsession with military inspired clothing since long before I ever met and fell in love with a military man. I have sort of become tired of all things camouflage, but I still adore my black Army tanker boots that were a gift from my husband years ago. And I still have a weakness for Army green. And I definitely have a huge crush on stripes right now. So why not pair a black and white stripe sweater with an Army green field jacket and combat boots? Throw on a scarf to keep it feminine and I have created one of my favorite looks so far…