Keeping Up With The Joneses
Good morning everyone! I am in such a happy mood this morning, because it has finally quit raining. It has rained so long, I’ve been looking for the animals to start pairing up. haha All kidding aside, the weather does play havoc with my moods. I wanted to stay home today and just lay around. But, I finally got up off my lazy tail and picked out an outfit. This outfit, and all my others, are picked out spur of the moment style. Try as I might, I just can not pick out outfits the night before. If I do pick one out, I will usually change my mind in the morning. Even when I go on my woman’s club trips, I wait till the morning I am leaving to even pack. Procrastination is not my middle name, instead I think it is sorriness.
I love this vest. I bought it at the craft fair we had from one of the boutique shops. I really like that it is reversible to a leopard print. I will get to show that side on another post in the future. Here is a similar vest, but I have never bought anything form this site, so I can’t vouch for them. The berry color really goes great with the camel cowl neck shirt. If I wear camel another day this week, I make have to check my back to see if I am growing a hump. The tunic is from Target, and was actually pretty thick material. I like buying accessories from Target, but I have never bought very much clothing or shoes from them. If you’ve purchased clothing from them before, maybe you can let me know about your experience.
Oh, the necklace. I promise these pictures do not do it justice. It is from Premier Jewelry and is called Kaleidoscope. That link is to an ebay auction, but if you know of a Premier consultant, I am sure they would order it for you. I like that you can wear it in several different configurations.
This lucite leopard cuff is from the vintage fashion show that I went to in Atlanta. It was a whole $5.00! I am telling you, you need to look in antique shops, thrift stores, and of course yard sales, because you never know what little treasure you will find. 
I am still wearing my By the Book bracelets that I also got in Atlanta. This is two of them together. I am really needing to remember these verses right now, so I like keeping them handy for me to see. Proverbs 3:5, and Jeremiah 29:11
How do you like these boots? I bought these last year when I went to visit my sister in Atlanta at a little boutique called Glitzy Chicks. They are not leather, but the monogramming won me over. I think they were like 24.99 plus the monogram charge. Now I will always know that these boots are mine. LOL
Now for the part about keeping up with the Joneses. I have found myself thinking that I am less than adequate, especially when I look at other blogs. Nordstrom, Macys, Bloomingdale, etc. are not exactly my go to stores. Kate Spade and Tory Burch do not reside in my closet. Talbots is about at high-end as I get. I of course want NICE things, but I like a bargain, and refuse to pay 500.00 for an outfit. I have to keep repeating the wise old words from Popeye, “I yam what I yam”. I hope you enjoy my blog, and you at least shouldn’t have too much trouble keeping up with the Stephenses.
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I agree, you are on point and I love your style. You look as though you shop the high $ stores.
What a great vest, I love things that are reversible. I always feel like I got 2 for the price of 1!
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I follow two other blogs which I also love but one of them has recently started to put some much pricier things in outfits. I love all the outfits they post but I do not think it is such a good idea to entice with things that might be regularly achievable to some but at too steep a cost to others. Something else comes along soon enough anyway! I think that I appreciate your blog more because the beauty of it is -You actually wear and style what is in your closet! I have a closet full of clothes but I need to know how to wear them- that is where you come in. I don’t always need something new, I need to use what I already have and the ways you put things together is wonderful inspiration to me. You are not afraid to take chances, you are confident because you know your style and that is part of the reason your followers come back! We want to learn our to be confident as well! Many, if not all, of the most desirable pieces you have shown are actually reasonable but also stylish and chic. Do not sell yourself short and keep it up. You might be a fashion blogger but you make me laugh everyday when I read your posts because you are also a comedian! You are fashionable,funny and self deprecating and the kind of person I would pick as a friend!
Debbie, just because we don’t live close, doesn’t mean we can’t be friends???? We ALL need help, love, and encouragement from each other. Thank you so much for following along with my crazy life. BTW, my sister has emailed word press to see what is the problem with the emails. She signed up, but doesn’t appear on my list, and she is not getting the notifications either. Hopefully, they will get back in touch with me soon. Thanks for your patience.
I found you again! I must have read your entire blog one evening and forgot to bookmark it! Well, tonight, I was reading Jo-Lynne Shane’s blog and found you in her Friday’s Favorites. I enjoy your style and commentary, Tania. You are bookmarked now! I, too, am happy the sun is shining again. Happy weekend!
Yeah, Terry! I am glad you are back:)
I just stumbled on your blog today and I love it!! I’m 38 but your fashion style is totally my look too. I’m with you….I like a good bargain. I think you can look great without spending a fortune!!!
Thanks, Melanie! I am glad you stumbled onto my blog!
Your outfit today is grea. I too love the vest!
FYI- I buy clothes fairly often at Target and have pretty good luck. One of my favorite summer dresses is from Target and i wore it all summer and it held up well. Sometimes their shirts are a bit thin so I avoid those or wear a cami underneath.
Love all your fashion ideas. Keep up the good work!
Just found you from the Friday Favorites link up and I’m with ya! It’s so hard to not want the $150 Nordstrom jeans, but I just can’t justify it. I love buying from thrift stores!
Sing it, sister! I am riding on your train!
Love love the vest! I have tried to sign up for emails several times with no luck. Any suggestions? Love your blog.
Pam, I don’t have a clue what is wrong with the emails. I do know that they send a confirmation. Did you get that? If not, try looking in your spam or promotions folders.