INSPIRATION MONDAY....LIV TYLER AND KENDI 30 FOR 30 REMIX DAY ONE



Hello darlings, hope you had a great weekend!!!  Today is Sunday I am posting my outfit early because tomorrow I am going to visit a close friend in Philadelphia who had a baby boy!  I want to hold him and speak in my baby talk voice which kinda sounds similar to the voice I use to talk to my  loving pets but it is all the same....they don't understand what the heck I am saying anyway.   I hope you are all joining Kendi  here for the Summer remix 30 for 30 where you have to choose 30 articles of clothing from your wardrobe and wear only those 30 remixed items for the next 30 days.  I want to pick 30 mu mu's but I don't have 30 so I will have to include shoes, pants/shorts, tops, dresses and skirts to remix.  I like this part of the challenge because you feel like you're packing for vacation...but I am not so I will have to be wise in making my decisions and  include any outfits for special occasions.  Who am I kidding, I have nothing happening until October...



I shot this in my yard right before and during a major thunder and lightning storm so I grabbed my handy dandy beach umbrella and used it to finish the shoot so that I could protect my camera.  I looked like an idiot running to and from the camera 20 feet away from the chair....with a huge beach umbrella in my hand.    I would tear ass back to the camera and cover it with the umbrella.  The things we bloggers do to get a half decent photo of ourselves is ridiculous. ( I speak for myself) I went back inside and my husband said, "why is your face all red"? Well, I just ran a marathon and finished first.  I should have said that but I told him I was outside exercising...in a thunderstorm.   Ever since I told him he should relax on his days off, he has actually taken me seriously. Nice advice, Dawn. I need a remote for my camera, bad! 



If  you are actually reading this post, you will know that I plan to continue, for as long as I can, to join Two birds for their Inspiration Monday and Kendi Everyday for her Challenge.  Two Birds are 2 sweet sisters who share a blog and their love for fashion with their readers and each other.  They are real women with real lives who are awesome remixers as well.   I hope you join them here for Inspiration Monday so that you can dress like a celebrity every Monday!!!

I found these BRAND NEW CHANEL sneakers at Goodwill for $9.99 and I used a 20% of coupon.  Don't hate me....I love youuu!!  They are my size and came equipped with the box and sale sticker.  I believe they were almost $300.00 retail as stated on the sticker inside the shoe. 

I love Liv's outfit because I am a sucker for anything nautical.  I don't know why, maybe because I married a sailor?  Well, he's not anymore but he was in the Navy for 5years and he did own those awesome wide leg jeans and a pea coat...anyway, I am rambling and I should go to bed!!!  The rest of my outfit was thrifted as well....Ralph Lauren striped shirt $3.99, striped shorts $2.99, vintage scarf .99cents, earring .99cents.  Chanel sneaker from Goodwill less than $10.00.  Have a great Monday!  Thank you for visiting me and hello to my new followers...looking forward to getting to know you better!!!  Lots of love, Dawn xo

SOUTHWESTERN VINTAGE FLAIR....

My friend Barb gave me this dress many months ago.  I love its Southwestern vintage appeal.  It is a label that I had not heard of before receiving it.  Dress by Lucca, shoes thrifted, hat thrifted(the dogs chewed it up after this post), bolero necklace by Avon/thrifted, vintage sunglasses just picked them up at a yardsale saturday, props, including chair and vintage suitcase also thrifted.  I had fun with this post today although it was too hot outside.   I worked through the heat and glad I did, I like how these photos turned out.  Barb, if you are viewing this, thank you!  Lots of love, Dawnxoxo

THURSDAY'S THRIFT....vintage Versace

Exquisite buttons, can be worn with 1 or both buttons exposed

shown here with both buttons exposed...the facets are so pretty

I love the cut and it has shoulder pads which leads me to believe it is from the 1980's

HELLO DARLINGS, yes you and you, welcome to Thursday's Thrift where I like to showcase  my favorite thrift finds so that you can be encouraged to thrift more while you save.   I love to hunt and collect.  I have always been a collector of things I love.  I think it's important to have a hobby that satisfies and nourishes your soul.   What do you do that replenishes your spirit and soul?  Perhaps you exercise, take long walks, read a good book, whip up a great recipe, travel, or simply spend time with family and friends {pets included}.  I personally find my peace rummaging through my favorite local thrifts.  I don't have to travel very far, no more than 15 minutes in the car to each frequented happy place.  I rarely leave without a treasure or better.  I am lucky in that regard.  The other day a friend and follower of this blog {Eileen S.}contacted  me via Facebook telling me that she scored a pair of Rock and Republic jeans without knowing the brand name until someone commented on her jeans.  She did not know that they were designer.  She got lucky and the fact that she wanted to relay that exciting news to me meant a lot.  Point of story, it helps to know name brands so that you can recognize quality like this Vintage Versace jacket that I landed for {are you sitting down?}  $3.99.  Don't faint...and if you do, at least you were sitting.  I could not believe my eyes when I read the label.  The details of this jacket are so beautiful.  The facets on the glass or maybe even crystal buttons are gorgeous and the buttons themselves are significantly heavy.  The stitching is perfect with a red hue and  the jacket made in Italy.  It seems to be made of a fine linen that has a sheen to it and the cut is figure flattering.  Can't say enough about this vintage gem.  Does it fit you ask?  Yes, just right.  Have yourself a wonderful Thursday as I know you are happy it is almost Friday.  I am promising an OUTFIT POST TODAY....thrifted of course.  Thank you for your sweet visit and for following along.  lots of love, Dawn xo

RANCH DRESSING.....

HELLO AND HOW HAVE YOU BEEN?  I HAVE MISSED YOU....!!!  Just wanted to stop in and say hi before I walk the dogs and clean up their mess from today.  I swear I have a 3 ring circus...I forget who is in and who is out.  If the girls are playing in the yard then my cat Redzo can't go out there to eat grass because the little lovelies chase him and I don't want him outside the fenced in area.  My other cat Blackers, Redzo's brother, is hiding in the basement.  He likes to go out too but not for long, he gets bored and scared. He waits by the door to come back in and he managed to make it upstairs today to go out for 5 minutes.  My little Timothy Winter is not allowed out and tries to get out by waiting by the door when Redzo and Blackers go out.  Mama who is still crated in the garage with her 5 babies, is nuts because they are mobile now at almost 3 weeks old.  She keeps pulling them back toward her in the box when I go out to feed her and she spits at me.   I called the rescue today to see if they can take the kittens and place them in their forever homes in 3 weeks.  Meanwhile I am trying to train 2 puppies to sit, stop barking, and stop jumping on me as if I am one of their litter mates....I NEED ANOTHER CUP OF COFFEE!!!  My husband called to see how everyone is and I lied a little and said..."all is well".  It could be worse, I know.  I am not complaining, just stating the facts. Is it easier to go to work???? Hmmmm?  Speaking of work, I had a babysitting job last night.  I watched my friend Jill's infant while she and her husband went to a class at their church for the baby's upcoming christening.  An infant was easier to take care of than 2 puppies, 3 cats, 5 kittens and 1 hissing Mama.   Imagine that... Ok, off to bring in the mail, garbage cans, and walk the girls. Here is the breakdown of my outfit...Lancaster thrifted hat, Ann Taylor button down, maxi skirt, vintage coral jewelry all Goodwill.  Coach flats Tj Maxx a few years ago.  Lots of love, Dawn xo xo

THURSDAY'S THRIFT...FLORAL FIND....

Although I did not get a full length photo of this dress, it falls just below my knees.

Sweet little bow detail on the back...

Hello and welcome to Thursday's Thrift where I like to showcase the fabulous vintage or otherwise fashions and decor that I am fortunate enough to find every week.   This week I scored a vintage, with tags Gay Gibson dress just in time for Spring with its lightweight material and pastel flowers.  The reason for posting these finds every week is to hopefully encourage my darling followers to think thriftily and creatively about your purchases and outfits.  I can afford to shop retail but I choose to shop thrift first and fill in the rest of my wardrobe with newer purchases.  In my many years of thrifting, I have taught people how to thrift by encouraging them to open their minds to allow for recognition of  items that have potential.   It is simply a matter of practice and the key to becoming a good thrifter is to go often.  Often can be once or even 2 times a week if you can find the time.   I go 4 or 5 times a month and have built a good re pore with the employees and have met some other thrifters who usually take the time to say hello as we compare our finds.  I have found some pretty amazing things in my years of doing what I love....thrifting!!!  Have a great Friday and hopefully you have something fun to do this weekend!!!  Lots of Love, Dawn xo

THURSDAY'S THRIFT...Love that 70's style..

Happy Thursday darlings....I was feeling a little groovy so I broke out my 70's garb and found an open field with great weeds to do my shoot . My husband Rob thankfully photographed me. We spent the day together doing all sorts of things...it's nice to spend time together during the week.

Here is the breakdown of my Thursday's Thrift... gap vest, Target blouse, J Crew belt, wide leg Levi's Jeans, bracelet and beaded necklace. Total cost for my outfit from the thrift....under $20.oo. My accesories: Handbag gifted, Hat Jessica Simpson TjMaxx, and Shoes from Marshall's. I found some inspiration over at http://www.sammydvintage.com/ should check her out...she's all the rage and she knows vintage like no other. Lots of love, Dawnxo

THURSDAY'S THRIFT....Heaven on earth...

Hi thrifty friends and darling followers...I was in thrift heaven the other night while at my local Goodwill because I found a ton of vintage clothing and other items with tags still attached. I felt so fortunate!! I can only imagine that a store was emptied out and dropped off at the thrift !!!

For starters how about this adorable bag from Tuerkes of Philadelphia? How appropriate since it's the closest major city to my home. I love the inside lining with it's mod. flowery print. My cost $2.99. Next up is this vintage, plaid dress by COS COB with its lightweight material and front pocket that can definitely be worn for Spring. My cost $5.99...don't hate me too much...I love you!

Another favorite is this Flower/Butterfly, vintage vest that can be worn with or without a collared shirt underneath. I paired it with a yellow beaded necklace. It is by Lucky Pierre of Paris and New York as indicated on the label. My cost was $2.99....sweet deal I know.

Lastly, is this lightweight cotton, vintage dress by Helen Whiting. I love the print on this little number and its pretty blue buttons are all intact. My cost was $5.99....

A better view of the print and colors...

Thank you for visiting me...it is always a pleasure to have you visit...Lots of love, Dawn xo

REMIX 22...NATURE LOVER

I am determined to finish this remix no matter what....shorts, blouse, cardigan, small case, all thrifted. Hat from Ross, Gap belt, tights Marshall's or Tj Maxx.

THURSDAY'S THRIFT......

I am so thrilled with today's thrift....it came just in time for Haunting season!!!! I was rummaging through the dresses in Goodwill and because of my patient nature when it comes to sifting and thrifting, I found this hauntingly beautiful antique dress that cost (are you sitting down?) $1.99. I paired it was a mask that I found at another Goodwill. I hope you like the photos as I played with the contrast and tint to bring life to this eerily beautiful find....BOOOOO!