Friday, December 22, 2017

Bring back the holiday shopping bags, why don't you?


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Or; at the least, department store signature bags! I look for them whenever going into an establishment. I tired of brown paper bags long before they became hard to find. And truth be told, plastic bags try my patience. Most aren't made well, and do good to get you out to the car. The signature bags do not have to scream, "I came from such and such a store!" They just need to be a viable option. I enjoy mixing them up with every day bags. Some things are worth it...  

I had no idea that Mark Twain invented adjustable/removable straps! Did you? We live and we learn...

Have fun shopping the day after Christmas! I for one will not be joining you. Been there, done that...

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

As of today, there are 2 more days left until:  Monday December 25, 2017! And as of today, there are 9 more days left until:  New Year's Day, Monday, January 1, 2018!

Merry Christmas!

Happy Today ; Happy Friday ; Happy Weekend!

Shalom!

Angela
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Friday, December 15, 2017

I am a pearl girl too, myself!


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Right there next to the diamond girl, that is! Diamonds are but one of a girl's best friends! "Accessories are a girl's best friend," in my estimation! [Where would us ladies be without them?] And; yes, you can quote that!

A long row or several rows of pearls will work with any and every outfit! Aren't you glad that you can get the real deal or even imitations, for such a good price? And let's not even talk about the earrings, studs or otherwise, and the bracelets. #MixandMatchEm I say, for a look that is all yours! I have! I do! I will!

Pearls or imitation pearls on clothing or shoes has been a bit of trend this year, especially on jeans. It's rather clever, if you ask me. It's like providing instant credibility; not to mention, a fun factor to an outfit. Who do you know that would have done that ten years or so ago and counting? O.K., so  you know of half a handful. I rest my case...

Sometimes we ladies get too hung up on sizing! What difference does it make, really? Either your clothing fits well, or it doesn't! I chuckle when I hear someone say that they wear a particular size. Oh, sure they do! It's more like the size before the selected number and the size after the selected number too! It is what it is! Let's just do our thing, ladies! As I've said a time or two, "Feel good, look good, be good!"  The best you know how, anyways...

I'm thinking about the after Christmas sales, already! Admit it, you are too! Sometimes the discounts can be better than those on Black Friday, Small Business Saturday or Cyber Monday. There is always a balancing act, however. If you can get what you want at the price point that you want before Christmas, by all means do. On the other hand, if you figure that you can not get what you want at the price point that you want until after Christmas, wait. As much as I like a sale, it has occurred to me that even if full price is paid for something, if it is kept and worn for 5, 10, 15 or 20+ years, it is worth it. I do have clothing that I have had for over 20 years and am still able to wear. The key is to purchase well. Get what will not appear to be outdated later on down the road, what you will want to wear, and what works well with other things. No matter which way you slice it, some things we are more willing to pay top dollar for than others. Tracking what one wants to add to build a wardrobe and is willing to spend on an annual basis helps to bring it all together. Some outfits that I have gotten the most compliments on are the ones that I have use a bit of creativity to put together to begin with. So can you...       

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

As of  today, there are 10 more days left until:  Christmas, Monday, December 25, 2017! And as of today, there are 17 more days left until:  New Year's Day, Monday, January 1, 2018!

Happy Today ; Happy Friday ; Happy Weekend!

Merry Christmas!

Shalom!

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

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Friday, December 8, 2017

The Pantone Color of the Year 2018 is: ultra violet!


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And it's a nice shade of purple, at that. It's not too light, and it's not too dark. It does remind one of "shades of the night!"

After yesterday's announcement, I immediately went online and began to look for purple accessories; namely, hats and shoes. There was not as many to choose from as I would have liked. I looked for purple jewelry, next. Ditto! I imagine this will not be the state of affairs too much longer, especially come fall. Deep purples are a fall/winter staple more often than not. One of my favorite items of purple clothing was a sweater dress that I wore to my 10th high school reunion. I have no idea what happened to it. I also wore a purple with green trim suit to my 15th high school reunion. This; mind you, was when almost everyone else was wearing white and black or black. I wanted something rich and a bit intriguing, if you will. Purple fit the bill. I still have the purple with green trim suit, and it looks pretty good too. The real challenge; of course, is getting that desired upon fit. I took the shoulder pads out of it eons ago. I have every intention of whipping it out, and wearing it again in 2018. Maybe with green pumps, maybe with purple pumps. Or then and again, maybe with silver or even rose gold pumps. We'll see. I am so glad that I kept it. It was always one of my favorite suits. Now about seeing more purple accessories, I reckon I will just have to keep on looking. Oh, well. It never pays to wait until you want or need something to begin looking for it. That; folks, is a life lesson learned...   

As you know, I thoroughly enjoy Christmas stockings. Well, Martha Stewart sent out some of the nicest designs in a newsletter this week that I have seen in a long time. The ones that caught my attention was "the sweater stockings!"


They are made from, but what else, sweaters! How delightful! I may not make any this year, but by gosh, I sure will next year. Mmmmm...

The Christmas Tree at The Biltmore Estates has to be one of the most beautiful in the world! You can ooh and aah, now!



Free Shipping Day is seven (7) days away! It is a good time to order things online for Christmas.  Practically everyone offers this service. Go for it!

If you really want some tasty Christmas desserts, look no further than Southern Living. I am itching to try the Italian Cream Cake recipe. It looks yum, yum, yummy!

Breaking news! T.J.Maxx has opened The Resort Shop! Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy!

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

As of today, there are 17 more days left until:  Christmas, Monday, December 25, 2017! And as of today, there are 24 more days left until:  New Year's Day, Monday, January 1, 2018!

Happy Today ; Happy Friday ; Happy Weekend!

Merry Christmas!

Shalom!

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

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Friday, December 1, 2017

Prince Harry & Ms. Markle are slated to say I DO!





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And, I am loving it! They are a-dor-a-ble, together! They have 151 days or 21 weeks and 4 days; give or take some, to prepare. May is my birth month! What a fine time to have a wedding!

It goes without saying, we are all wondering what type of gown Ms. Markle will wear. Meghan's Mirror should give us a hint. It will be elegant, but "chic!" I can't wait to see it. She knows what she likes, and she wears clothing well. She makes dressing look effortless... 

Holiday shopping is in full swing! Some days are better for shopping than others. I love a good deal,  don't you? Besides, why be wasteful? Prudent is my middle name! Evenso, No scrooges allowed! Harrumph!

I made a pumpkin pudding; rather than, a pumpkin pound cake for a Thanksgiving holiday gathering. It was scrumptious; if I must say so, myself! I learned through trial and error that one of the best ways to get "the full seasonal flavor" of pumpkins (and/or sweet potatoes) is to skip the boiling phase altogether. Instead:  slice, wash, puree, mix, cook! What a time saver. And know this. The Blendtec can NOT be beat. It gets the job done...    

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

As of  today, there are 24 more days left until:  Christmas, Monday, December 25, 2017! Got Joy? [Photo courtesy of author Wanda Brunstetter.]


Happy Today ; Happy Friday ; Happy Weekend!

Merry Christmas!

Shalom!

Angela
#MadetoMatch
#LookYourBestHoliday2017

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

ALV & Co., "The Gold Standard!"
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