"Accessories are a girl's best friend!"

Hello!

If I have said it once, I will say it again:  accessorize, accessorize, accessorize!

Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter!

Why be mundane? Think:  jewelry, handbags, and shoes, for starters. From there, go to hats, eyewear, wraps, jackets, and/or coats...

You can invest in as few or as many basic pieces as you want...

You can be original...

You can be chic, or not...

You can just look like you...

I was #MadetoMatch!

Amazon wants you to look your best; every day, with Amazon Look! This could be a ton of fun! Watch out, now!

The Ebony Fashion Fair was a fabulous; and I do mean fabulous, show! I went to every one in Virginia that I could! What a tribute to the ever resourceful, and remarkable Ms. Eunice Johnson. Oh, the beauty of color! 
 
Give; and let give, to the Rita S. Wilson Memorial Scholarship! Thaaaaank you!

As of today, there are 17 more days left until:  Mother's Day, Sunday, May 14, 2017!

Happy Friday!

Shalom!

Angela
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And let there be 'a Pippa wedding!'

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Pippa Middleton is getting married in four weeks, and one day! We can't help but wonder, "What will she wear?"

Pippa was a vision of loveliness. at Kate's wedding!

Let me see. Pippa more often than not wears 'V,' or scoop necklines; goes sleeveless, or wears short sleeves; wears knee-length, or shorter dresses. The neckline and the sleeves of her wedding gown will probably be similar to what she ordinarily dons; but, her dress will probably be midi, or floor length. Her hair will more than likely be partially up. If she wears a veil, it will hardly go past the shoulders. I could see her incorporating some lace. You can bet that she will be ra-di-ant! 

Aaaaah!

Spring 2018 bridal gowns are showing, and they are something to talk about! Bridal gowns have taken a turn for the better, over the last three to five years! The gowns are gorgeous, and I do mean gorgeous! I am a huge Marchesa fan, myself. I'm still trying to figure out how to pay for one of her anticipated gowns in 2018. I may have to collect newspapers and magazines, cans and bottles. [Hey! Don't laugh too hard! A friend of mine's husband collected, and sold them for years! He purchased her a brand new Cadillac, in cash! See what I mean?] One way or another, one way or another...

If you have a wedding to attend or will be participating in one in 2017 and are at a lost as to what to wear, think:  a well fitting slip dress! It is a modern, 21st century classic! You can accessorize it in any number of ways. You will get your money's worth out of it, and some...

Now is a perfect time to shop for shoes and handbags; among other things, it being the week after Easter and all. Raleigh has a Nordstrom, and we are all taking note of its need to know shopping tips! Right, ladies? Right!

I reckon I'll be working in the yard again this weekend. It's shaping up to be a rather warm one. Don't forget to stretch before you set about your tasks. And never ever underestimate how much 70 to 80 year old folks can do. I've been outworked by one or another on more than one occasion...  

Give; and let give, to the Rita S. Wilson Memorial Scholarship! Thaaaaank you!

As of today, there are 23 more days left until:  Mother's Day, Sunday, May 14, 2017!

Happy Friday!

Shalom!

Angela
#IStyleYu
#AModernWedge

NOTE:  I Adorned You [digital magazine] is coming your way, whenever! Until then, view our portfolio at alvandcompany.polyvore!

ALV & Co., "The Gold Standard!"
Angela L Vann, Ms   |   Even Greater Things   |    Far Above Rubies   |   O My Dove

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It's Easter, and Dan D.'s on a retirement tour!

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Dan D., better known as Dandelion D., is what I thought of as a Crayola yellow. He is about to go off into the sunset! Easter and yellow go together like caramel cake and caramel icing, 'ya know? [That's another story for another day!] Boo hoo!

Dan D. is; actually, "a spectra yellow." I thought he was "a radiant gold," initially. There are various shades of yellow, as Pantone can attest to. Suffice it to say, it is a color between the trustworthy yellow and orange...

Where will he go? What will he do? I am not ready for him to leave! He was the perfect shade of yellow, to me. Not too pale of a yellow, but not too deep of a yellow either. You could wear him with anything. I'm in mourning, literally! I enjoy color like you would not believe! You have not lived until you've " 'Mixed and Matched' a few things!" I'll be O.K. After a while...

While I'm going on about yellow, you may as well know. Red is an IT color for fall! Especially red from head to toe. Cool. A woman in red has someplace to go, and something to do!

While waiting for Misty Copeland's new book Ballerina Body to arrive at the local library, I read her previous book Life In Motion. Inspiring, it is! I admire her fortitude, her resilience. I look forward to her next professional move in ballet. Bravo; Ms. Copeland, bravo!     

Give; and let give, to the Rita S. Wilson Memorial Scholarship! Thaaaaank you!

As of today, there are 3 more days left until:  Easter, Sunday, April 16, 2017!

Happy, Happy Easter!

Shalom!

Angela
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ALV & Co., "The Gold Standard!"
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Decades of engagement rings something to behold!

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You have to see an assortment of engagement rings gone by to appreciate the unique beauty of each, and to begin to understand how special one is to a bride to be. I would highly recommend doing this, anyhow. An engagement ring is an investment, and something one wants to wear for a long time to come. If you don't have an idea of what you would like, you will! Got stars in your eyes yet? I do!  

The Pink Diamond reportedly sold for a whopping $71 million, and counting! Imagine that! It is gorgeous!

For a long time I considered getting an emerald diamond engagement ring. Not only is it my birthstone, it is such a bold, vivid color. I'm drawn to it. But then, there is the cost factor. They do not come cheaply. We'll see. If I don't get it right away, perhaps I can get one later on down the road. Ladies hear me when I say:  begin saving for your wedding day now! You'll thank yourself for it later...

While we're on the subject of weddings, slices of caramel cake will do quite well for me and mine on that blessed day, thank you very much! Caramel cake is scrumptious! Thursday was National Caramel Day, and I did not have one slice of cake. Shucks...

More and more consumers are shopping online, for fashion especially! It would not surprise me if we reach the 50% mark +/- a year. Times are changing...

Mini bags are IT, as far as I am concerned. There are times when only a mini bag will do...

Give; and let give, to the Rita S. Wilson Memorial Scholarship! Thaaaaank you!

As of today, there are 9 more days left until:  Easter, Sunday, April 16, 2017!

Happy Friday!

Shalom!

Angela
#IStyleYu

NOTE:  I Adorned You [digital magazine] is coming your way, whenever! Until then, view our portfolio at alvandcompany.polyvore!

ALV & Co., "The Gold Standard!"
Angela L Vann, Ms   |   Even Greater Things   |   Far Above Rubies   |   O My Dove

*Like this? Gifts are accepted at Google Wallet!  Thaaaaank you!