It's All About the Neutrals

Zara sweater

Zara skirt

Hue tights

Dolce Vita booties
Rebecca Minkoff bag
Anthropologie earrings

I love a neutral color palette (blacks, whites, grays).  You can keep it simple by adding some delicate accessories or glam it up with statement pieces.  I can go either way, a delicate piece for the day and statement piece for night or vise versa.  For me, I hunt for the most versatile items when I shop and they're almost always neutrals.  They are the foundation of my wardrobe.  Don't get me wrong, I love a little splash of color from time to time too!

THINK COUTURE

A foundation is something (such as an idea, principle, or fact) that provides support for something.  Have you ever asked yourself, 'what is the foundation for my life'?  This scripture verse is mine.  What's yours?

I'm Dreaming of Warm Weather Wedding Bliss

Photos by Belathee

My hubby and I went to a wedding recently and it was beautiful.   It made us, and our friends reminisce about our own wedding.  I wanted to share our wedding day with you!  My hubby and I wed 3 years ago and I can say without a doubt that it was the best day of my life!  I planned every inch of it and loved every second.  You can find our wedding story and more photos at Martha Stewart Weddings and Belathee Blog.  If you need help planning your wedding, I would love, love, love to help!  Feel free to email me any requests!

The Old Field Vineyard location

Party Rental LTD rentals

Sperry Tents tent

Skyline band

Jamesport Manner Inn caterer 

Mali b Sweets cake and treats 

Monique Lhuillier  wedding dress 

Adam Lippes party dress

 J.Crew bridemaids, flower girls, ring boy and accessories 

Rico's Clothing Michael Kors groomsmen suite and ties

Michael's Crafts all craft projects you see 

Home Goods, Save-On-Crafts, Etsy all decorations 

Save-On-Crafts and Paper Presentation place cards

Pen and Paper Design save-the-dates and invitations

Anthropologie table number holders

Belathee photographer

  Favors wine from the vineyard

Centerpieces: tea candles from Michael’s Crafts, potted herbs, and bottles of wine purchased from vineyard

Think Couture

To all the girls who are in a hurry to have a boyfriend or get married, a piece of biblical advice: "Ruth patiently waited for her mate Boaz." While you are waiting on YOUR Boaz, don't settle for any of his relatives: Broke-az, Lyin-az, Cheatin-az, Dumb-az, Drunk-az, Cheap-az, Lockedup-az, Goodfornothing-az, Lazyaz, and especially his third cousin Beatinyouaz.  Wait on your Boaz and make sure he respects Youaz! 

A friend showed me this christian funny picture and I couldn't resist posting it along with this wedding post.  This is hilarious and so true! 

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Fashion for the First

First date

Zara top bottom and shoes

Barneys Warehouse purse

Catbird rings

A crop top and midi skirt is my idea of the perfect date night ensemble.  Pair it with a stiletto, delicate jewelry, and a petite bag and you're good to go!

First Sunday dinner, meeting his parents

Anthropologie earrings

 Zara shoes
Zara dress
Asos bag

Every Sunday my entire family meets after church for a pasta dinner at my Nanny’s house.  We laugh, sometimes we cry, and we are very loud! We are Italian so you get the picture. :) I always saw my family (all 11 of us and counting) to be very welcoming and cheery, but when my brother in-law said that we can be a bit intimidating, I took a second thought.  Being comfortable in a situation like that can be difficult.  Wearing something comfortable is a must!  I love a dress for any occasion!  Dangling earrings and sleek booties are my go to accessories! 

First job interview

Zara dress

Zara blazer

Zara bag

Zara shoes

Anthropologie earrings 

Mighty Leaf

Who doesn't need a little pick-me-up the morning of a big interview!  I don't drink coffee so it's tea for me!  I am obsessed with Mighty Leaf green tropical tea.  It's delicious and healthy!  As for clothes, I love a black pencil dress, navy blazer, and a black, pointy pump.  With your favorite piece of jewelry on and a neutral tote in hand, say a prayer and go conquer the world! 

Think Couture

While typing this post I thought of the phrase ‘first of all’.  One definition of the phrase ‘first of all’ is: before anything else; to begin with.  So, before putting on that fierce outfit that you love so much, stop for a quick sec and remind yourself that you are worth more than clothes and accessories.  You are beautiful inside and out!

Do you like the looks? I'd love to here from you!

Have a happy and healthy weekend!

{images via zara, catbird, asos, anthropologie, mighty leaf tea}