Now that it’s officially chilly in NC,  it’s no longer socially acceptable to wear mini skirts without tights, yet I did and there is nothing anyone can do about it, LOL. Cold in NC is a bit different from cold in Massachusetts so I don’t think it’s quite time for tights but we are getting closer. Speaking of tights, view my list of cold weather accessories. Every girl should have at least one of these to weather the winter storms.

POM POM HAT

Okay, I admit, I don’t actually own one of these but I have every intention on getting a bright pink one that will actually fit over this head of hair. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, click here I currently have my eyes on that chartreuse greenish one.

TIGHTS

I have plenty of these but they are all black. I’m thinking about taking my tight game to Blair Waldorf level and getting a few funky colors to spruce up my winter wardrobe. 😉

WINTER PEA COAT

EVERY. GIRL. NEEDS. THIS. Like for real. I’m officially without one because the one I owned was on its last legs. Literally, all the buttons fell off and there was a hole in the pocket so when I’d drop change in the pocket it just fell through, LOL. Talk about getting your moneys worth, LOL.

RAIN BOOTS

Please don’t mess up your cute suede boots in the snow and slush. Get you some darling rain boots. If you’re like me and balling on a budget, buy a practical color that can go with any outfit.

HOUNDS TOOTH ANYTHING

What says fall and winter like hounds tooth? I have a coat in this pattern, two dress pants and a scarf. I’m set, but if you don’t have this, you’re missing out. Nothing says cold weather is upon us like hounds tooth.

SCARF

This is clearly a must-have. Scarfs are essential to keep that beautiful neck of yours warm. Don’t be dull though; get something fun that can be styled multiple ways. Now is the time to experiment with fun accessories and no one can say anything about it.

THE GO TO SWEATER

This is clearly a given. Sweaters are life in this chilly weather. I sadly have to re up on my sweaters this year just because the ones I have are just old and dated. I’m also finding excuses to shop, LOL. Don’t judge.

SEQUIN

The holidays are right around the corner and sparkle and shine is the name of the game. Don’t pull the glitter out yet but make sure you grab something soon so you’re well ahead of the game for all the new years festivities. This is right around the time I start buying glittery stuff to avoid the holiday crowd. The early bird catches the worm ladies and gents.

I hope you like my fall/winter wardrobe suggestions. By the way, I’m rocking a thrifted blazer, earrings and top and nabbed my skirt from TJ Maxx a few years back. Hope you like.

Happy Hump Day!

Sincerely,

Deidra Marie

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Never did like the color red. It was just never my color. Didn’t know how to wear it, style it and the color was honestly a bit intimidating, but I can now say I own two red dresses, a red blazer and several red lipsticks. Why oh why do I do this to myself, LOL. It literally is one of those colors you can’t hate completely. This color makes me feel beautiful, powerful, confident and independent. With all of that said, it really is hard to hate this color and hard not purchase a few thrifted dresses in this color. In case I haven’t told you, I dress according to mood. This includes color selection. Thought I’d share this post on what colors mean to me and how they make me feel. Now, this is top secret information so don’t go sharing this with the whole world, LOL.

RED
I wear this color when I’m feeling SUPER confident. This is also my go to color for a romantic night out on the town. This was one of the colors for my wedding. It is also one of the colors for Charlie’s fraternity. This color holds a lot of meaning but it took awhile for me to feel comfortable wearing it. Just know, if I’m wearing red, I’m feeling like I can conquer the world.

ORANGE
Ahh, this color is another color that simply had to grow on me. It is strong, bold and out there. I more often than not wear this color when I feeling random. You’ll never see it coming when I decide to wear this color, but when I do, it’s because I’m feeling adventurous, unpredictable, spontaneous, and youthful. Orange makes me feel young and free.

YELLOW
I rarely wear this color, not because I don’t like it but because there are certain shades of yellow that don’t do me any justice. I love a good mustard yellow. You’ll often see me rock that color in the fall. It gives me the warm and fuzzies and I feel like I should be in England somewhere drinking a spot of tea. I don’t know why but that’s how it makes me feel. LOL.

GREEN
If you know me you know that this is my favorite color! This color makes me feel hopeful. It represents new beginnings and I always wear this when I’m feeling like it’s time for a fresh start, a shift, or a transition. I wear this when things change, when I feel revelation or an epiphany coming. I wear this when I’m wanting to start fresh. I wear this color often. It brings life, hope, and renewal.

BLUE/NAVY
Believe it or not, blue is a staple in my closet. I wear this color with everything. Blue jeans are clearly a given but I wear it often for work. This color makes me feel mature, practical and realistic. When I don’t feel like standing out in the crowd I wear blue. It’s one of those colors that you can’t go wrong wearing. I wear it to big meetings at work, formal church events and it’s definitely a go to for weddings.

PURPLE
I can honestly say I don’t wear this color often. I forget about this color a lot. When I go thrifting at the Goodwill I pass the purple section up. I do own a few pieces in this color and can honestly say the few pieces I’ve worn in this color have been for funerals. More recently the funeral of my grandmother who passed away last Christmas eve. This color does make me sad sometimes as it was her favorite color. When I wear it, I think of her. It is a reminder of her life and what she meant to me.

NEUTRALS (WHITES, BLACKS, TANS)
I wear these ALL. THE. TIME. These colors are my safety colors. When in doubt, wear these colors. These colors make me feel in control. You can’t go wrong when you’re wearing these colors. Well except for white, this can be stained but these colors for the most part make me feel like I have a handle on things, like I have my stuff together and I know what I’m doing.

How do colors make you feel? Curious to know if anything I’ve said aligns with you.

Have a good week!

Sincerely,

Deidra Craig