Have Dress--Will Travel

Did your grandparents ever watch that show Have Gun--Will Travel?  Mine did, and believe me, I've sat through many a western show.

So maybe I'm not a gun fighter, but I enjoy a good party and I'm not afraid to travel to go to one especially if it's a formal one.  I've always been a fan of gold.  And I'm not certain that there's another color on earth that says celebration nearly as much as gold.

I've put together a look that I would wear to a formal holiday party.  Truthfully, it's on the pricey side, but beautiful just the same.

Have Dress--Will Travel

it's a Holiday Formal Party

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Color Inspiration: Jewel Tones

I never get tired of these rich colors.  Let their richness inspire you.

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If you're looking for more inspiration check out these pinterest  boards.

Jewel Tones/Pops of Magenta/Black & White

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Here's How I'd Style That

I love jeans.  Especially trouser jeans.  I wear them casual.  I dress them up and wear them fancy. I just love a good pair.  There's just one problem.  Even though I'm quite tall for a woman, they always seem to require a good pair of heels.  Usually a good pair of heels takes my 5'9" frame to about 6' making me taller than every man in my office.

But I love those trouser jeans, so I wear them.

I think we all have them...those pieces in our closet that just require something a little more.  That could be a necklace with a dress or a bracelet with turtleneck, but the outfit just needs it. 

Here's a picture of a simple ensemble that I literally throw together on polyvore.com.

Here's How I'd Style That by danette-dillon featuring slim jeans

Pink shirt, $73 / Slim jeans, $125 / A.P.C. wedge boots / Shoulder handbag

Truthfully, there's a lot that I like about this outfit.  For one, the sweater is loose and casual, and it still looks like it's going to be warm.  I like the color of the purse.  I like the color and style of the shoes.  I'd only be about 5' 11" in those and taller than 3 guys in the office.  Without doubt we can all agree.  There's something missing.

And then enters Outfit Additions!

So, let's take this cute, but plain outfit and upstyle it's casual appeal by adding accessories.

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Adding a few simple jewelry items like this necklace and these bracelets (or arm candy) will completely change your outfit.  For more style posts you can check out these posts here, here, and here.

Exciting news:  I just found out that Outfit Additions is having a special.  Use the promo code DAYS25 and receive 25% off of your purchase.  Wow!  The promotion ends this Friday so make sure you get on it.  I'm going to be shopping soon. 

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Sitting Pretty

I've always been fascinated with beautiful tables adorned with dinnerware finery and since fall is quickly approaching if is now time to pull out the fallware.  (Do you do that?  Do you have different tableware for the seasons?)

It's true that not all of the tableware settings below are fall, but all a pretty, at least to my eyes.

I hope these table setting tips are helpful.  Your table is your canvas and your plates, knives, and goblets are your paints.  Go create.

1. When setting a table, start with a theme.

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I love this setting because of the colors, but I also love the use of the succulents in the table decor.  In this picture the peacock feather is obviously the theme.  While the peacock feather theme is slightly overused, there are few natural elements with such use of color.

2.  Don't forget the simple things.  Simpler can be better.

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When it comes to most things in life, I would never say that simpler is better.  I mean, seriously, I'm a southern girl with big hair and bling on every item of clothing I own, but there is something to be said for the simplicity of this color combination.  Chromatic colors can be better as long as they fit with your theme.

3.  When decorating a table, build volume in the middle and really all over the table.

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Create layers.  Add depth.  Experiment.  If we're thinking in the terms of art, the more layers a canvas holds the more dramatic a piece appears.  The same true with a table.

4.  The beauty is in the details.

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Just forget that saying about the devil being in the details because that's not true.  It's the little things that make your guest feel important, needed, and wanted.  More than anything your table should invite your guests and you to enjoy the entertainment and the relaxation that comes with the company of friends and family.


Thank you for taking time to read this post.  If you'd like to see more tables settings that I love right now, here is a link to my pinterest board.  Oh, and don't forget the giveaway.  It's a good one.

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Pops of Magenta

As I write this we are facing severe fire dangers as wildfires escalating in Tulsa county.  One of my college professors and a dear friend is in the hospital after a heart attack.  It's not looking good.  Oklahoma has been in a severe drought.  So when I sat down to put this post together I looked at my collected online notes and found them trivial

needless

unimportant

ridiculous.

But, I needed the therapy.

Magenta is such a unique color and I love it.  When I originally saw this picture (below) it got my mind turing.  Unfortunately, this color won't work in my new bedroom, but I am looking to add a few understated pops into the room.

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If you think of us here in Oklahoma please say a prayer.  We need God to provide the miracle of rain.  And if you think of my professor I'd appreciate you praying for him too.

Blessings.

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For more pins check out this board.

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Pink & Gold Color Inspiration

True, this color combination screams of girliness, princesses, butterflies, & macaroons, but there is also something almost royal of a gold and pastel pink grouping. I especially loved this combination paired with black and gray accents.

I hope you enjoy looking over these pictures and don't forget to stop by the pinterest board for more pink & gold inspiration.

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Afternoon Concert

I love music.  {I guess I better since that's my job.} I love going to concerts.  And an afternoon concert in the park or on the monument is the perfect reason to--wait for it--GO SHOPPING!

This is what I would choose if money wasn't an option.

Afternoon Concert by danette-dillon featuring flower jewelry

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Sponsor Spotlight: Clara from Happy in Life, Young in Love

Clara from Happy in Life, Young in Love

I'm so, so happy that Clara is sharing here today.  I have no doubt that you will love this post.  I did.  Make sure you hop on over to her blog and follow along with her.  You won't regret it.

Hey there readers of "All My Love for All My Days"! I am Clara and I blog at Happy in Life, Young in Love. I am beyond excited to be on Danette's blog today! She is so sweet and has been so generous to allow me to ramble on today. This is me and my husband Ryan in this picture! {Don't you just love his bow tie!} I blog about anything and everything from recipes, my faith, our furry child {Sox} and lots more! I do hope you will drop in, but today we are talking all about the essentials: colors, music, and women role models. 

In an effort to let you know what I love and to hopefully introduce you to some new things, I thought I would share my favorite colors, in the form of an outfit, my top music right now, and a woman I greatly admire and why. 

COLORS

Essentials by clara-hodgin featuring low rise jeans

My all time favorite color is deep purple. I think it is extremely flattering {it is the new black ladies, but much less boring!} and it is fun! It goes great with white in the summer and is really deep and pretty in the winter. Oh and looks good no matter what you hair color, another positive!! 

As far as essentials, I can't live without my Jack Rogers {the shoes} and Longchamp {the purse}. 

I bought both of them 4 years ago and haven't bought new dressy summer shoes or a new purse since!!

MUSIC

If you know me in the least, you will know I love some jams! 

Not on my toast silly, but the kind you dance to, worship to, and bang your head to. 

Yes, I love variety.

I feel like music has the ability to be so many things to us that is why it is so important to me to have different artists for different times.

I thought I would share my top 3 artists on my IPod with you all today. 

#1 Ellie Goulding

English Singer and Song Writer

Genre: Indie Pop

This is my go to music right now. I love her sound which is mostly soft and really unique. 

She sounds English, which makes her different from US Pop artists. You may know her for her radio hit "Lights" but I suggest you listen beyond that song. I promise you will love every song!! 

I did.

#2 Mumford and Sons

British Band

Genre: Folk and Rock 

Mumford and Sons may not be new to some of you, but they are such a great band. They have a sound like no other. I am NOT into rock and I love Mumford and Sons. I think that their lyrics are so meaningful and can really make you think hard!

This is an album to listen to all the way through!

#3 Jesus Culture

Genre: Christian Worship

Once again you may have heard of Jesus Culture, but I don't think I can sing their praise enough. {no pun intended hehe} I find that one of the best ways I can stay connected with my Savior is to constantly stay in worship with him through music. That is why I love Jesus Culture. The lyrics are scriptural and the music is contemporary. 

INSPIRATION 

So now you know a lot about me, but I think that knowing who I admire and desire to be like would truly show you my heart. 

I think that I am most inspired by the story of Esther in the Bible. I am sure you are all familiar with the story of how Esther was chosen to be Queen and went through the 12 month beautification process. But in order to save the Jews, Esther must intercede to the King in order to save her people and she had no idea how he would respond, because she herself has hidden the fact that she was a Jew.

Esther's character is so strong and beautiful that it encourages me in my daily walk. 

Although I am sure I will never encounter the same situations, I can learn from her lessons and apply them to every situation. I want to be a woman of God in every situation from being a wife to being a mother and in my work situation. 

Thank you so much Danette for having me on your awesome blog! 

It is an encouragement to read your posts!

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Outfit for the Day...well, really the evening.

Purple and Nudes by danette-dillon featuring south sea pearl jewelry



Just a little trick I'm learning from my younger sister, Dalayna Dillon.  She's has such a remarkable sense of style.  I hope I dress like her when I grow up.

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Yellow, Green, & Blue

Discovered a color combination this week that I love. (Who are we joking?  I love all colors and most color combinations.  And my fascination with the combinations changes and evolves almost everyday.)  

I found some pins that I think you may enjoy.  The thing about colors, and pins for that matter, is they're are inspirational.  They help formulate creativity in our minds.  

Hope these are inspiring to your creativity!

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For more inspiration you can check out this board.

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Black & White

There are some color combinations that will never go out of style.  They will never loose their decorating significance.  They're classic.  

Today I'm sharing some classic pins with a color combination that will forever be prominent. 

I give you the Black & White.

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If you're interested in some more black & white pins check out this board. 

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Grey, Orange, & Yellow

I had to share these colors.  I'm loving them.

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