Black & White & Embellished

Mini Dress: Kenar

Handbag: Vintage

Boots: Donald and Lisa Signature

Hair and Makeup: Amy Velasquez @ Salon Pop

Photography: Franz Swantko

Happy Tuesday to You!  Today, I 'm posting some old photos I took a few months back when I did a day of shooting with this awesome 60's mod makeup and hair from Amy Velasquez at one of my local salons in Long Beach, CA.  

It's summertime and the sun is shining, the waves are crashing, and it's time to throw on some bright tangerine, yellow, and red hues.  However, you can't stand the thought of getting out of your black, navy, and gray outfits.  If you'd rather stay in the dark this summer, this is for you. 

For a breath of fresh air try a black midi or sundress with some white accessories. I'm constantly on the lookout for white accessories like big bold beaded necklaces, filigree earrings, belts, scarves, bracelets, handbags, and heels. If you'd rather conceal than reveal,  a little pop of white accessories to a black, brown, burgundy, or navy outfit will surely make wearing darker colors this summer transition with ease.  Also, If it still looks too disconnected, add a neutral to the mix like tan/black/white or gray/black/white or navy/tan/white (my favorite).

You may also consider accessories with embellishments like pom poms, white beads or sequins, fringe, a print, or eyelet textured materials to add more interest to a dark outfit.

Hope you try this out this summer:)

Hugs,

Joanna

Meaningful Monday "The Heel"

Ezekiel Bread

I hope you had a wonderful Father's Day weekend!  You are probably wondering why I am showing you this picture of pieces of bread today.  Reflecting on Father's Day made me realize how much my papa did for me and my family.  If you asked me what reminded me of him the most, I would have to say bread...when I see"the heel" piece particularly.  He was the one who stayed together with my mom when she was sick, did the grocery shopping, cleaned the house, worked a full time job, and cooked healthy dinners for us every night.  He did his share, and then some.  He went above and beyond what most men would do.  And when it came down to the last two pieces of bread, he would always give me the "good piece" and take "the heel".

Interview on Terry's Two Cents

My Interview on Terry's Two Cents

Today, I am featured on Terry's Blog.  You can find my interview on his blog Terry's Two Cents by clicking here: Interview

Terry is a fashion forward style blogger who features new twists on classic styles and accessories.  You will also see sketches introducing his lovely shoe designs, which are inspired by other style bloggers.  Terry is great at connecting with his followers.  You can find him here:

Terry's Two Cents
The Style of Terry
Created By Terry

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Twitter: Style of Terry
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Thank you for this Opportunity Terry!  Hope you Enjoy Reading My Interview with Terry!

Cheers to the Weekend!

Joanna

Swinging Lace

Swing Lace Coat: Alfani

Earrings: Ralph Lauren

Bodycon Dress: Prime Cut

Wedges: Circa

Belt: Thrifted

Hair: Jennifer Ehrke @ Salon Pop

Makeup: Elizabeth Jones

Photography: Franz Swantko

Hello!  Happy Wednesday!  Have you done any shopping recently? I stopped by South Coast Plaza over the Memorial Day Weekend for some great deals at Banana Republic and Macy's.  Macy's has a great selection of petite clothing from classic to modern styles.  In fact, that is where I got this beautiful swing lace coat from Alfani and shoes from Circa.  These items aren't new, but I really like them, so I have been keeping them in my closet to wear year after year.  I have been shopping at this major department store with my mom since I was a teenager. It never ceases to amaze me at how friendly and helpful all of the sales people they are in letting customers know what sales are going on, especially with a Macy's Credit Card. This time, I even got an extra $50 credit to spend in their store starting today.  So Awesome!  Did you catch any great sales recently? 

Hope you have a wonderful week!