Saturday Night Dinner Out

Transitional layers

Time to start thinking about Fall.

Hot in the day, cool in the evenings, but hot flashes...whenever. 

The little white dress (old) is a little too revealing, 

so the long navy blue duster (old) gets the job done.
I am using the "column rule" here by wearing a contrasting color over the white dress, creating a slimming, "column" effect.  (I'm 5'1"ish).

Hollywood Secret:  Nude shoes lengthen your legs...match your shoes to the skin tone of your leg, it will lengthen your leg.  These pretty much match the tone of my leg.

Link here: 

http://www.aldoshoes.com/us/en_US/women/new-arrivals/c/101/SERGIOA/p/47730131-32

I matched the color of my dress to my little clutch and the simple necklace.  The knit duster is from Eileen Fisher, but I've seen similar dusters from American Apparel.

She must be tall or I am short because I swear this duster (one size) comes to the 

middle of my calf.

I have it in black and cream, and it comes in gray as well.

Link here: 

http://store.americanapparel.net/en/boucl%C3%A9-shawl-cardigan_rsa0330?c=Natural%20Cotton%20Boucle

It's nice to have a little wiggle room for dessert...why postpone joy?  Do you think the ladies of the Titanic were sad that they waved off the dessert cart?

I'll exercise tomorrow.

Thank you for stopping by, leave a comment if you please.  I like knowing you were here and I want to hear what you have to say.  How did you spend your Saturday night?  

I hope you are having a blessed Sunday.

-Julie

Running around in Venice

I love stripes!

Maybe too much...

Something about running around in Venice, Summer, and stripes and I'm a happy girl.

Hollywood Secret: Color Wow!

It's been a few weeks past my normal root touch-up and this product is what they use on-set to temporarily touch up gray and dark roots.  Basically, my whole head is brushed with this powder, until I can get to my colorist....TODAY. 

Striped shirt by Ralph Lauren from Macy's.  I did a search and couldn't find it, but I did find this one by Charter Club and it has the longer sleeves that I like.

http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/charter-club-pima-cotton-striped-boat-neck-tee-only-at-macys?ID=2754942&CategoryID=255&kws=womens%20striped%20t-shirt&ruleId=65|AS&slotId=33

http://www.stevemadden.com/product/CARRSON/229265.uts?selectedColor=SAND-SUEDE

And my new styling trick is to wear a weighted necklace in order to define the breast.  If I don't define the "uni-boob", it looks like I have a barrel chest and adds bulk, which I don't need.

http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/kendra-scott-rayne-necklace-30?ID=1737715&CategoryID=1006277#fn=ppp%3D180%26spp%3D58%26sp%3D1%26rid%3D96|BOOST SAVED SET|BOOST ATTRIBUTE%26spc%3D136%26cm_kws%3Dkendra%20scott %26pn%3D1|0|58|136

It came in lots of colors!!

I would love to hear comments from you!  Thank you and enjoy your day!

What to Wear to Get the Job Done

Taking care of business

I have to be able to move and run...

The early bird gets the worm and I have lots of worms to gather today!

I'm loving my Steve Madden shoes, they are very comfortable for stacked heels.

http://www.stevemadden.com/product/CARRSON/229265.uts?cm_sp=globalheader-_-search&form_state=searchForm&CSRF_TOKEN_SEARCHCMD=&keyword1=CARRSON&keyword=CARRSON

White "Rock Star" jeans from Old Navy, I get them in the "short" size.  Black blazer (old) from Banana Republic.  Brown leather bag from Coach, link here:

http://www.coach.com/coach-designer-handbags-prairie-satchel-in-pebble-leather/34340.html?search=true&dwvar_color=SV%2FSD

Plumeria flower from my garden.

Show Blacks

Trying to keep it fresh...

Black can be boring, so mixing up materials and textures keeps it interesting.

The sheer black chiffon blouse has a little tie at the neck.  I'm not much of a bow kind of girl, so I tied it like a necktie, it's super sheer, so black camisole instead of a bra.  Black blouse is old from American Apparel, but I checked the website and saw this one:

http://store.americanapparel.net/en/printed-chiffon-secretary-blouse_rsacf309pr?c=Creme%20Erratic%20Square%20on%20Black

I got new sunnies yesterday.  I buy my sunglasses from Target because I lose them.  And that's painful.  But, at Bloomingdales, if you join their "loyalist" program, you get gift certificates for points, more points, higher gift certificates. I saved my points and got these sunnies...I won't lose these, I swear, 'cus I'm never taking them off.

http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/valentino-floating-rockstud-square-sunglasses-51mm?ID=1339864&CategoryID=3376#fn=ppp%3D180%26spp%3D4%26sp%3D1%26rid%3D78|BOOST SAVED SET%26spc%3D4%26cm_kws%3Dvalentino sunglasses%26cm_kws_ac%3Dvalentino%26pn%3D1

Skirt (old) and no longer available, but I did a Google search for black bandage skirt and there were lots of options.  Nude shoes (old) by Steve Madden.  Hollywood Secret: nude shoes lengthen legs!!  Bag (old) from Coach, but again, lots of options online:

https://www.google.com/#q=black+satchel+bag&tbm=shop

(Those Steve Madden bags are cute and affordable)

T.G.I.F.

It's always a race to the end of the week...

But are we sure we want to hurry through life?

I love to throw on a dress and go!!  No matching tops and bottoms.  I added a belt to polish off the look.  Belt and dress from Target.  Shoes by Steve Madden, they are my go-to summer shoe to lengthen my legs.  I've practically been wearing them since they came in the mail and I pulled them out of the box...but today...

Ouch!  With all the running around, a little blister was going to ruin my day...good thing I have my miracle worker...

Look!!  It's even in the top drawer of my desk.  Just rub it ANYWHERE where it's pinching, rubbing or tight.  NEVER have a blister on the red carpet AGAIN...or the grocery...or the pediatrician...or vacation...

Sunglasses from Target!

Purse by Salvatore Ferragamo

http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/salvatore-ferragamo-tote-amy-medium?ID=1568656&CategoryID=19209#fn=ppp%3D180%26spp%3D47%26sp%3D1%26rid%3D75|BOOST SAVED SET%26spc%3D74%26rsid%3DCONTROL%26pn%3D1

What do you do to save time for the little moments in life?

What to Wear on Set

Basic Blacks

On set, it's very casual, but the standard color for the crew is black.  

This way the actors can not see anyone walking behind the lights and camera, therefore breaking their concentration.

Shoes by Steve Madden...these are my summer shoes!!

http://www.stevemadden.com/product/CARRSON/229265.uts?selectedColor=SAND-SUEDE

Hollywood secret: match your shoes to your skin tone to length your legs!!

Purse by Salvatore Ferragamo

Little black work dress is off brand, I got it at a little boutique...inexpensive.

When you hear a bell ring once and the red light goes on, the cameras are rolling, so no talking.  When the camera cuts (stops), the bell will ring twice, and the red light goes off.  Never enter a stage with a red light on...see the little red light next to the stage door?

What to Wear to Casual Dinner Out with Husband

When it's a little chilly in the evening...

At the beach, it's my favorite thing to do is dine outside with a fire nearby. Today I am linking up with Tania on Wednesday’s Wardrobe.

This lightweight cashmere sweater is soft to the touch and light enough for the summer season.  I wanted to be casual, but a little soft and flirty for my husband of 20 years.  Hollywood secret: Whenever you are wearing white, make sure your undergarments match the color of your skin...I did NOT follow that helpful hint and you can see my tank top (from Target) under the nice sweater (old) from Bloomingdales.  In Hollywood, the wardrobe ladies carry with them, in their on-set kit, a fabric de-fuzzer.  I use one on my sweaters because the cashmere tends to ball and pill and fuzz.  A sweater de-fuzzer is affordable, you can order on-line, and it will keep your expensive sweaters looking new for a long time...use it!

White scalloped shorts from Macy's 

http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/maison-jules-scalloped-hem-shorts-only-at-macys?ID=2766271&pla_country=US&CAGPSPN=pla&CAWELAID=120156340006497880&CAAGID=19168000141&CATCI=aud-93756755488:pla-85541505661&catargetid=120156340003017276&cadevice=c&cm_mmc=Google_Womens_PLA-_-RTW+Womens_Women%27s+Shorts+-+GS_Maison+Jules-_-73589319781_-_-_mkwid_dDn9OITJ|dc_73589319781%7C-%7CdDn9OITJ&gclid=CjwKEAjw2PK7BRDPz5nDh9GjoGcSJAAybcS3KlxXuJfTDWu9u75ZCuTeOaF8dR1tTM-xS4BVBhLMiBoCKO_w_wcB

Hollywood secret: match the shoe to your skin tone to lengthen your legs.  I have at least a few pair of "nude" shoes for all different occasions.  If my legs are showing, I'm wearing shoes to lengthen my short, short legs.

After a few margaritas...

What to Wear to Lunch in the Marina

For a 20 Year Anniversary

White shorts and chambray shirt is a stock outfit for summer.

My husband and I went to lunch in the marina for our 20 year anniversary.  White shorts are new from Macy's by Maison Jules.  They are flat front which works for my shape (pleats shorten me).  Chambray shirt, sunglasses, and leopard print belt from Target.  Purse by Salvatore Ferragamo.  Shoes by Steve Madden.

http://www.stevemadden.com/product/CARRSON/229265.uts?selectedColor=SAND-SUEDE

Funny thing...I must like white shorts, chambray shirt, leopard print belt, tan shoe and bag...because I wore the EXACT outfit to the pediatrician two weeks ago.

Honestly, I was feeling 50 and frumpy, so I did not post the outfit of the day.

I just wanted to be comfortable.  I actually like this shirt better.  I think I have about 5.

The new shorts are whiter.  What makes you FEEL comfortable?

White Blouse White Jeans

Casual Lunch

When I'm with my bestie, I don't have to worry about sticky fingers, tantrums (maybe), or spilled juice (maybe wine).

I love wearing white in the summer when I know there will be no up keep issues.  I chose a loose fitting top, no collar, to pair with the tight skinny jeans.  Wardrobe tip: mix up the tight/loose silhouette, for example...if I'm wearing loose pants, then form fitting top...if I'm wearing form fitting pants or skirt, then I'm wearing a loose top (like this outfit).

White blouse by Rachel Roy from Macy's.  White Rock Star jeans from Old Navy.  Straw leopard print clutch (old) from H&M.  Caterina tasseled heels from Aldo (I tucked the top tassel up under the pants because they were bothering me).

...and then, anytime I am wearing white, I have my trusted Wet Ones with me.  Those Wet Ones are the standard on any movie set used by wardrobe...because it works!!!  For some reason, that particular formula wipes any smudge, dirt or spill AWAY!!  

...and then I always have Friction Block with me, because I love shoes and I hate blisters. 

 Rub this on your foot anywhere there is a pinch, rub, or tightness.  

Prevention is the best medicine!

Thoughts become words, words become actions, actions become habits, habits become second nature, second nature becomes character and character becomes destiny.

Think positive! :D

White Shorts Denim Jacket

Summer 2016

White shorts say summer to me, and I tend to wear them all season, so to keep it fresh, I change it up with styles and textures.

These little white lace shorts are fun and different.  They are from Express (old).

I'm using the column rule here, white shorts, white top (tank top from Target) and contrasting jacket (from JC Penney).  

Sand colored cross-body from Coach holds the essentials.

http://www.coach.com/coach-designer-crossbody-north/south-swingpack-in-embossed-textured-leather/52348.html?dwvar_color=LIEQO

Shoes that are similar color to my skin tone help lengthen my legs.

www.stevemadden.com/product/TRENDS/WOMENS/Chunky-Heels/CARRSON/pc/4157/c/2163/sc/4127/229265.uts?selectedColor=SAND-SUEDE

Be bold and mighty forces will come to your aid.