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A LITTLE BIT OF COUNTRY Country style dresses -   when i  think of prairies i think of wide open spaces, fields of gold and wildflowers,  amazing sunsets, horses and cowboy hats. When it comes to clothing it reminds me of  long maxi dresses, small floral print,  puffed sleeves.  Of course jeans are a big item but they are meant for work.   Dresses are just more  romantic , so here are a few prairie inspired dresses.   INSPIRATION GOLDEN FIELDS , WIDE OPEN   SPACES   ROLLING HILLS  & WILDFLOWERS TO RUN THROUGH.......    

THE MINI  THING A few new things for the fall that are appearing in fashion is the MINI, not the skirt but those small  little purses.   It seems to be quite popular in some parts of Europe. I do have a few purses that I would say are mini (kind of),  but not something I use often, as they are simply  to small to hold much. But for a special outing or day out where you don't want to carry a lot, than it does look nice with a smart suit or dress.  Its not a bad idea to have a least one smaller bag handy. Whether for parties or special occasions. Here are a few that caught my eye.......... NEUTRAL OR PRINTS PEARLS for parties pearls are always elegant looking ,  wear it the the little black dress or tuxedo suit..... or a lovely summery outfit. PICK A COLOR.... ANY COLOR would look great styled with a nice pant suit or dress. or even with the white shirt and jeans. ...

VERSATILE  OR TRENDY STYLES Fashion trends are always changing and instagram or influencers are where a lot of girls get  inspiration from  -  but lately in the news there are more and more reports on substantiality or  being conscious of how and where things are made. Fast fashion as it is known is one of the major ones that bring out trends for each season . There is always something new. Sometimes it is hard to decide what to get or try. If you are keen to follow a certain fashion or trend  and don't want to spend a lot  as i have mentioned previously  probably the best way is to try a trend in a small way,example animal prints .    If you like it but not a complete look  then shoes,  handbag or scarfs  are an option So what is important versatility or trends?  I think if you really really love a trend then okay, go for it. but if not then wait. Versatility is more important.  How often or ma...

PEARLS  …. the latest in fashion , but not only as piece of jewelry  but as embellishment on jeans, shoes  , sweaters. What surprise, I  had a plain black pullover that needed something,  so i decided to sew pearls on it. Voila  a new look and  now the sweater is one of my favorites to wear.   Now what else can i apply pearls to???   a plain t shirt, or buttons on a blouse. Here are few   looks.  with pearl embellishments.