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A Twist on a Fall Color Palette for SIA: Conjunction + DIY Bead Soup Earrings
Shelbee at Shelbee on the Edge is the curator for this round of Style Imitating Art (SIA), and she picked the 1979 lithograph Conjunction...
sallyinstpaul
Nov 22, 2023
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Fall Denim Shirt Outfit Formula + DIY Paper Beads
I love the versatility of classic blue denim as the "ultimate neutral," whether it's jeans, a skirt, or a shirt. A denim shirt is a...
sallyinstpaul
Nov 15, 2023
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Red Plaid Pants Outfits for Fall + DIY Paper Beads
Today I am sharing two OOTD drawn from the 7 color fall/winter capsule wardrobe based on this black floral top and associated color...
sallyinstpaul
Oct 18, 2023
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A Color Lover's 7 Color Capsule Wardrobe for Fall/Winter Using Trios & Thinking in Threes
In my bead soup earring project post, I shared this outfit, which is an example of how I start wearing darker colors more often and start...
sallyinstpaul
Oct 2, 2023
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Adding an Orange Beauty Bundle to Summer Outfits with Neutrals
Last week I posted about how I used my orange beauty bundle/accessory sets to finish summer outfits with print pieces containing orange. ...
sallyinstpaul
Aug 28, 2023
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How to Pick a Shoe Color Part 5c: Match Your Skirt/Pants (Accent Colors #2)
In this warm weather footwear series, I am reviewing our choices when we select a shoe color for our outfits. Previous posts in the...
sallyinstpaul
Aug 25, 2023
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Indigo Linen Top & Colorful Pants Outfits + DIY Paper Beads
Today's post is a bit of a swerve back into softer alternatives to navy territory as I introduce another of my Lands End winter sale...
sallyinstpaul
Aug 4, 2023
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3 Statement Floral Shirt Summer Outfits + DIY Paper Beads
Today I'm shifting away from the blue and pink color combinations of last week to feature summer outfits with another Lands End shirt...
sallyinstpaul
Jul 31, 2023
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New Palm Print Linen Shirt Two Ways + DIY Paper Bracelet Page to Bead Examples
I am continuing from my previous post about my new sherbet check linen top with another linen shirt from Lands End, this time a...
sallyinstpaul
Jun 27, 2023
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New Sherbet Check Linen Shirt with Floral Keds + DIY Paper Bracelet Page to Bead Examples
I've mentioned before that last December I was able to take advantage of a big sale at Lands End to add some new items to my wardrobe. ...
sallyinstpaul
Jun 23, 2023
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3 More Soft Blue Outfit Ideas for Spring and Summer
I knew that I like wearing softer alternatives like denim, chambray, and grey-blue colors in the spring and early summer, but apparently...
sallyinstpaul
May 15, 2023
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Styling a Tonal Column of Color for SIA: Redoute Roses + DIY Paper Bead Page to Bead Examples
Terri at Meadow Tree Style is the curator for this round of Style Imitating Art (SIA), and she picked four rose paintings by 18th/19th...
sallyinstpaul
Apr 12, 2023
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How to Create a 21 Piece Spring Capsule Wardrobe with Color and Prints
Recently Janice at The Vivienne Files created a 16 piece capsule wardrobe using her 4x4 template with two neutrals (beige and olive) and...
sallyinstpaul
Mar 22, 2023
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Where Bloggers Live: Favorite Weather Website
Welcome back to the monthly edition of Where Bloggers Live! I am lucky to have joined a terrific group of bloggers who give a peek into...
sallyinstpaul
Mar 10, 2023
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How to Wear a Blazer + Sneakers Outfit Formula: Inspired by Nancy
Nancy's blazer and sneakers post at Nancy's Fashion Style last Friday was extremely well-timed for me! She wore a dress with a white...
sallyinstpaul
Feb 27, 2023
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How to Wear a Pullover Sweater Over a Dress + DIY Paper Bracelet Page to Bead Examples
As we are entering the coldest time of year in Minnesota, the layers start building up more and more in my outfits. It's not unheard of...
sallyinstpaul
Jan 27, 2023
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OOTD x2: Muted Color January Skirt Outfits
After last week's post with bright color skirt outfits to celebrate Jodie's Bright Color Challenge, today I'm sharing two January skirt...
sallyinstpaul
Jan 20, 2023
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OOTD x6: Wearing Long Sleeved Print Tops Under Solid Short Sleeves & Vests
I have been on a clothing shopping break since February 2021, but this past November and December, I have bought some new items...
sallyinstpaul
Jan 9, 2023
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How to Wear a Graphic T + Skirt + Blazer for SIA: Louis Wain
Salazar at 14 Shades of Grey is the curator for this round of Style Imitating Art (SIA), and she picked the series of illustrations Cats...
sallyinstpaul
Dec 14, 2022
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A Fall/Winter Casual Travel Capsule Wardrobe for the Pacific Northwest
In a comment to my Thanksgiving post, Dame Eleanor set me a delightful challenge: I wonder if you'd feel like putting together a capsule...
sallyinstpaul
Dec 2, 2022
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