Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Billow Tailor








Blazer: Theory  (Similar Here)
Cotton Lace Top:  Anthropologie Old (Similar Here)
Slacks: Ann Klein  (Similar Here)
Jewelry: Forever 21 and Stella & Dot
Shoes: Christian Louboutin  (Similar)
Handbag: Louis Vuitton Epi Speedy 25
I invested in my classic pieces years ago!  I spent a lot of time looking for a well tailored black blazer that could be worn year round, and a cream lace top that was versatile in style.  The one item that I didn't have was a pair of coloured slacks.  After months of looking for a red pair that wasn't too tomato red, too xmas red, too brick red.....my Mom picked these up for me.  Last week, People Stylewatch placed a photo of Beyonce and Eva wearing bright billowy slacks on Facebook.  

Bright slacks, do you like them Billowy or Tailored?
Source: People StyleWatch
'Billow Tailor' does have a nice ring to it :)
Posted by Labels: at 8:20 AM

113 comments:

  1. I am in love with that lace top. I would keep it forever!

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  2. Wow! You look amazing! The pop of colour of the slacks is fantastic!
    (I prefer tailored slacks :D)

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    There's a new post!
    xxx
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  3. Love that top!
    Have a great day!
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  4. I also love that top! I wear my black blazer so much...it is almost time for a new one...a well fitted blazer is a great way to shed some pounds without doing anything! I also am loving my red denim this season!! have a wonderful day!

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  5. I love that top, it is stunning and looks wonderful on you :)

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  6. Oh that tank is so gorgeous!!!! It really is getting all my love :)

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  7. Black, white and red is such a classy combination Bessie! I’m dying to see/read your post about the vintage jewelry!!!
    xoxo
    Patricia
    http://misstoptenimage.blogspot.com

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  8. I think I'd prefer them a bit tailored - love your look :)

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  9. I love your whole look - the crochet top is gorgeous, the blazer is perfection and the slacks are fun! I prefer a more tailored look for myself, but you are rocking this whole outfit :)

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  10. Bessie, you look stunning in this classic ensemble! The lace blouse is perfection, black blazer- very well fitted and the red slacks, of course is the eye catcher, not to forget the black, timeless Louboutins, the classic Speedy and the Chanel studs! I'm loving it!!!!

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  11. it sure does! love this top!! so feminine and pretty... and romantic... and fun at the same time. you look absolutely amazing, bessie. :)

    happy tuesday!


    xoxo
    jasmine
    AdamAlexMommy

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  12. Yes, I think you should respond to OASAP, they have really good collection!

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  13. i think billowy... and i love that top you have on!!

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  14. LOVE that top and of course THAT BAG! i still need to add the perfect pair of red pants to my wardrobe. =)

    xoxo, jenn
    the stylish housewife

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  15. I love this top and your bag and shoes are just the classiest ever! Your pants are also so well tailored and I do also love the look of the pants on the bottom picture too. I have been looking for a pair of pants like theirs to see if they will look okay on me. xx Pip

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  16. Hey Bessie, this is the last time I'll be checking in on your blog for like two weeks while I'm on my break and it's great to see that your outfit is looking as fabulous as usual, I can't work out if I like the business look or the casual look better.

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  17. Absolutely gorgeous! Classic! I love them tailored (Bisola), Dammie is definitely billowy.

    Have a good day.

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  18. loved the lippie , which shade are you wearing?.....looking stunning actually ..

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  19. loveee ur pretty white top and how cute are those red pants! :)
    lovely outfit
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    priyanka
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  20. That's a beautiful crochet top!

    xx
    Mikki

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  21. loving the "billow tailor" name and i love this look! those pants are fantastic!

    -Nico

    www.SatinAndSalt.com

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  22. i like the idea of both! I think there's credentials to each look. such pretty pictures! the wind worked in your favor for sure :)

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  23. your lace tank is so cute. I like tailored fit better.

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  24. Love that lace top! And fabulous blazer. I don't have a preference between the two, but they definitely each need to be on the right body type.

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  25. I adore your top Bessie & love your Chanel earrings. Every time I go into a boutique to find some like it, they never have any!
    Have a fab Tuesday Hun xoxo
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  26. These are three great investment pieces. I especially love the lace on that top. As for the billow v. tailor debate, I would have to say both: tailored for a more classy look and billowy for more casual occasions. ;)

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  27. You're looking über-chic, Bessie! Love the whole look, and that precious top!
    Thanks for your kind comment, darling! Truly appreciate it. :-)
    Kisses,
    María José
    http://nuarbarcat.blogspot.com.ar/

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  28. I like them both ways! I love super tailored pieces the most tho when I put something like that on it makes me feel fabulous. I love the color or your pants your right they are the perfect shade of red.

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  29. Love that top with the bright red pants! Very cute!

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  31. Very inspiring post. Your choices are always so stylish and refined!!!!
    Best Regards
    Miss Margaret Cruzemark
    http://margaretcruzemark.blogspot.com/

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  32. I like the billowy look, it's fun. And that white top is gorgeous on you, lady!

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  33. "Billow tailor" That sounds marvelous to my ears! Your pants are very chic. Thanks for commenting on my blog by the way.

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  35. great post!

    XXX,

    WMBG
    wiebkembg.blogspot.com

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  36. cute lace top

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  37. Hello, I am a new follower from http://endlessdaysofbooks.blogspot.com/ which you followed. I'm loving your blog, I am all about fashion!

    Candace

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  38. Love this, so chic and classy! I like mine tailored, mostly because I'm pretty sure I'd look ridiculous in anything billowy. You could pull them off though! :)

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  39. Lovely look, love black, white and red, and your top is amazing! :)

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  40. Colored pants I automatically link with spring/summer so billowy is my choice for these 2 seasons when it comes to pants. Your 25 epi looks not too small on you, I stop using mine a while back coz it is too small for my frame.. you must be quite petite!

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  41. Fantastic! Love the overall look! Everything is perfectly matched - hair, make-up, every garment... just flawless! :*
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    Have a nice day! Kisses from Serbia! :*

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  42. I've said it before and I'll say it again... If only you were my stylist! I'm in love with that lace top, and of course a huge fan of the Speedy - I have one of my own! Keep up the wonderful outfits, lady!

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  43. thats so funny, i was just thinking about my first "investment" blazer (http://vestigialwings.blogspot.com/2012/02/black-and-white-and-coffee.html), and how its black. its not Theory, but it was still more that i ever spent on a blazer before, and i was just regretting how I bought it in black. its just seemed so serious and wearing it with black skirts or pants is so unnecessarily solemn. but I never thought to wear it with bright pants! thats such a good idea.

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  44. That top is so pretty! I love the black, white and red palette. Totally classic!

    Rowena @ rolala loves

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  45. You look so pretty! I would prefer the billowy style.

    xoxo

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  46. Personally, I don't like much of anything to billow around my hips. They don't need any extra padding! lol

    I love that perfect shade of red on you!!

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  47. Lovely!

    xo Jennifer

    http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

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  48. That top is gorgeous! I love it!

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  49. You always looks so classy and chic. VERY put together! I love the top!

    Amy

    fashionandbeautyfinds.blogspot.com

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  50. gorgeous styling! I especially love the red pants, such a head turner piece.

    XX,
    Jess
    Armed With Style

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  51. Very gorgeous. That tank is just gorgeous.

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  52. I love your lacy top...and it's perfect with the red pants!

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  53. Cute pants! That is kind of the perfect red color! I think tailored is a great look for the office or a dressy event, while billowy is better for weekend/more casual wear. Billow Tailor does have a nice ring to it though!
    xL

    http://themarcystop.blogspot.com/

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  54. Hi Bessie! Sorry I have been so absent! First of all, let me start by saying that I absolutely, positively love this outfit! The pants fit you perfectly and that blazer is gorgeous. The top adds the right amount of interest and texture. Love it!
    I prefer my colored pants to be tailored. Billowy looks all wrong on me!

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  55. Yep, a star. =) So many different shades of red! I have to share that red belt story soon.

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  56. Congrats to Mom on finding the perfect red pants...love these! Always love the quality of Anthro's lace tops...this one is beautiful! Great classic look in red, white, and black...well done, doll!

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  57. I love your shirt and pants! That was such a good find by your mom. :)

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  58. My black blazer is a staple piece too. It goes with anything and can be worn all the time. Your outfit is lovely. Those pants totally stole my heart.
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  59. That top is so beautiful - the lace detail is so so so gorgeous and pairing it with the red is genius :)

    XO
    www.pearlsandpaws.blogspot.com

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  60. I love your lace top! :) I like how billow slacks look, but they're not flattering on me :(

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  61. I have the same chanel earrings and looooooove them :D

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  62. I love the cream top! really pretty and feminine :)

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  63. i think i perfer your billow tailored...love the colour! the purse is gorg too!

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  64. I love that lace top ... Red pants have given it the required focus !! You look great :)

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  65. Fabulous photos and you look great as usual! I love that bright red on you!!
    xo
    Sharon

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  66. I LOVE your blazer. It's perfection on you! and don't get me started on that lace top, Bess! I personally prefer a tailored fit for trousers, but the billowy one is growing on me!

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  67. I LOVE YOUR BLAZER too!!! I'd prefer tailored since you can style it all you want without even worrying with the perfect fit :)

    your mom indeed has a good taste :)

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  68. love that bright slacks on you. i can't seem to pull of colorful denim...you do it so perfectly! x

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  69. Hello fantastic your style.
    Your look is so cute.
    I like your blazer and pant.
    kiss.
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  70. U know what the top reminds me of? U know those red silk "lingerie" where Chinese women used to wear in olden days. I love those & that piece instantly struck me as that :) Fabulous & sexy!

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  71. Absolutely gorgeous! Your style is perfect and chic!
    Lovely blog!!
    Kisses..
    Vivi

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  72. That colour is amazing on you!

    Emma xo
    www.fluffandfripperies.com

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  73. definitely tailored! btw, I have a pretty similar lace/knitted top but it's thrifted. and when it comes to black blazers you're so right! I think I have at least three :P anyway, your classy look made me want those gorgeous shoes!

    Maiken,
    Maikeni blogi - part of me

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  74. I cannot stop ooh'ing and ahh'ing over that gorgeous lace top! Pretty styling in this post! I love red, white and black together!
    The package sounds attractive my dear friend but the question is: Can you cook? hahaha
    Never mind that, talk about having a great Mom that picks clothing up for you. I think the last time my Mom bought me clothes I was 14. Give your Mom a kiss and be thankful for her!
    Have a wonderful day!

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    Dana

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  75. I would prefer tailored coz billowy may look like it's too large for me.

    You look so much like Lucy Liu in the 2nd picture. I know you get the Lucy Liu thing a lot. =)

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  76. Billowy is not my style. I guess in between this 2, I'll go with tailored then.
    I like your red pants! It definitely brightens you up =)

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  77. hi bessie fabulous outfit ur mom did great choosing those pants and i love the lace top. u look gorgeous rocking that red lippie. love to u and the windy city from leonie in the rainy one!! kisses xx leonie.

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  78. you look gorgeous
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  79. thank you dear :)

    PS: Cute crochet white top :)
    bisous xxx

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  80. nice blog!! and outfit
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  81. yes classic pieces are a must have! i think i like the both billowy and tailored for different looks and occasions!

    -Jessica
    http://runninginsideus.blogspot.com/

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  82. that blazer is an amazing classic piece and will go with everything. i really love that lace top though - it's very flattering and a really pretty lace. and red pants are hard - i always find some of them being too bright or pure x-mas red - the coraly/orange undertones in yours really work well! i had a pair like this, but they were a regular and not petite and i finally gave them to someone who didnt have to cuff 4 inches of them :D

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  83. What a classy outfit. Love it!

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  84. Love the bright red pants, they look gorgeous on you with that top! xox

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  86. I love your outfit. I am more tailored when it comes to classic pieces. : )

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  87. I found your blog on a book review blog and had to visit, I'm glad I did. Enjoyed so much I am following. Love the pictures and sense of style. It's nice to see a blog that also caters to women and how they really dress (or can dress).

    I am a stay at home mom of four that also has a fashion blog. I would love for you to check it out and let me know what you think. A follow back would be great. I am still new to this and am trying to get better!

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  88. thanks for the suggestion to follow each other!

    Thanks for your lovely comment. Great post!!!

    I'm following you right now on Google Friend Connect №1231 & Bloglovin №165. hope you can follow me!!!
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  89. Beautiful heels!! I want them <3
    Great blog you have! Would you like follow each other??

    xx alex

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  90. Oh, I love this look!! It's so classy! That is a beautiful lace top and I love the bright pants and that blazer is perfect! And of course so are the shoes and bag! Great look dear!!

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  91. Love this look! I like both the billowy and tailored looks.

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  92. Very very beautiful top!!!! What a great mix of business style and feminine lacy top!!!
    You look really good!!!
    Have a nice day!
    Kate

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  93. I love billowy slacks however I have no idea when I will be able to wear it! I do not think billowy slacks are appropriate for work. So for work, I prefer more tailored bottoms.

    Helen

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  94. Hey B, stopping by to see what I've been missing this week! I know this post is about the pants, but can I just comment on the detail of the top?! Beautiful!

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  95. waiting for your new post...xoxo

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  96. love your top more than the slacks to be honest! I don't know about bright slouchy trousers, think they're nicer when they're more tailored and straight or tapered!

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  97. really really love that top girl!! the crochet is just beautiful!

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  98. I love your lace top and the black jacket (corporate style) it goes well with the whole outfit :) xo Marj Travel Experiences: Fashion Travel Blog

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  99. This top is really pretty, Bessie! I like pants both tailored and billowy-- I've been seeing a lot of really nice silk palazzo pants lately.

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  100. cute outfit,i have been a follower for long:)
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  101. ok I'm following you now follow me too
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  103. Beautiful profile photo in the 2nd shot! I love the colored pants paired with the basics. I would vote either cut, billow or tailored, as long as the proportions are right. We'd agree that Beyonce is no stick, but she's got beautiful curves, yet the billow is perfection on her! I also agree with you that billowy doesn't mean frumpy or big, it still has to flatter and be tailored. Will you be getting billowy colored pants?!

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  104. I love this outfit. You look great. Have a nice evening. Xoxo V.V.

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  105. what a lovely top! so elegant and classy, but sexy! You look beautiful!

    xoxo
    yuliconversations.blogspot.com

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  106. Gorgeous red pants! Very pulled together outfit...your mom did good! =)

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  107. Such a beautiful top... I love it with the red pants!

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  108. Bessie this is so pretty top and such a chic look!!
    Happy Friday!! kisses
    Jelena

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  109. How quick we are to assume! Tsk Tsk! You gave me quite a chuckle...
    I asked about the cooking not to take all bets off but to assure you that all males in my husband's family are culinary "professionals" and thou shalt not go hungry! ahahaha
    Happy Friday my friend!

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    Dana

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  111. I think i like tailored better since i wont be able to pull off billowy. I have couple black blazers in my closet too, it's such a classic piece!

    have a great weekend!

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  112. ohhh you look beyond beautiful in this set. gorgeous!
    red lips suit you soo well :)

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  113. You look beautiful in this ensemble and the lace top is a great piece to feminine touch in this sharp look! Red, black & white is a colour combo that works really well for you, dear Bessie!

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