When it’s okay to go without accessories

Embellishment Dress

Embellishment Dress

Sometimes accessories make an outfit, but with the right dress you can go without them.  What I love about this dress is that the embellishments along the neckline create the illusion of  a statement necklace.  The fabric used to create this dress is thick, and the length of the sleeves make it perfect for colder months.  The little bit of padding in the shoulder gives it that nod to the 80s that I love.

During the spring I’ll mix it with a cute pair of gold heels, but since it’s cold I wear black stockings, and knee high boots to sex the look up while keeping warm.  Light eye make-up, and a bold lip compliment this winter look.

You can find this dress at a reasonable price at Venus.com.  I prefer a less opaque pair of stockings for this dress.  You can find them at a number of locations including Nordstrom and Target.

“Fashion”: My Philosophy on Clothing

Arden B dress

Dress: Arden B

I love dressing up, always have.  I know some guys (and I’ve dated them) like a girl in a simple T-shirt and jeans, but as much as I’m a guys girl in other arenas I can’t hang with the T and jeans.  I never feel better than when I’m in a fabulous dress.  I say I love dressing up, or I’ll say that I love clothing, but I try to refrain from the word “fashion.”  I think stating you love “fashion” puts an extra amount of pressure on a person.  Many people believe that to be in love with “fashion”, you have to be on top of trends and designers.  One should know what’s in before it’s in, and wear what’s on the runway or in someone’s new line.

I’ve never been much for other people’s opinions, and that goes for my sense of style as well.  I’m not going to wear something because a wealthy out of touch person thinks it’s hot.  I’m not going to wear something, because someone in Hollywood thinks it’s trendy.  I wear things that fit my body type, and compliment it.  I wear things that are delicate, unique, and beautiful.  I’m not ashamed to say I like embellishments.  I like a piece of clothing to stand out some way.  There has to be something bold about a piece.

I’m not a thrifty or sales rack shopper, but I don’t spend hundreds on my clothing either.  A lot of what I wear looks more expensive than it is.  My closet varies from dresses that cost $45 to dresses that cost $500.  Bottom line, I pay what an item is worth.

Once a week I’m going to highlight an outfit, and let my readers know where they can find it.  I’m going to give tips on how to dress your frame, and highlight all of your best traits.  I love clothing, and look forward to sharing that joy with my readers.

Why Meesh?

baby cakes

MmMm cake

I have always been the go-to friend for advice.  That’s probably because I started giving relationship advice to my dad at the age of four.  I haven’t had a perfect love life to say the least, but every day I spent in a relationship I learned something.  I go by the mantra that as long as you learned something, no experience was a waste.  Every argument, every set back lead me to who I am today, a better person.

I am a good listener, but above all else I genuinely like to help people.  I figure, if I learned something the hard way why not help someone else learn it the easy way?  Sometimes my advice is tough, but sometimes it’s exactly what you need to hear.  I would like to believe I have helped a lot of people along the way, and I would like to help even more.  My friends have asked me to start a blog before, and I think now is as good a time as any.  It is also a good reference point, so I don’t have to keep repeating my advice to certain friends, as I often have to do (you know who you are).  But this blog isn’t going to be entirely intense, we’re going to have some fun here too.

I have gone through some different looks throughout my life.  I’ve been a blonde, I’ve been overweight, I’ve been underweight, my Facebook friends have seen it all.  I’ve never been afraid to try new looks, and make a change.  Through my experimenting I’ve picked up hair, make up, and style tips.  I have received a lot of questions about my looks over the years, but especially in the past few years.  Typical queries include: where I get my clothing, where do I find my accessories, how do I do my make up, where did I get those shoes, how did I lose so much weight, and so on.  I will feature a different outfit each week, and share how I put it together, where I purchased the items, and how you can diversify each piece. I will share make up tips, what products I use, and how to apply.  I’ll also show you how I get my big hair.

Anyone who knows me, knows I love to cook.  I am a do-it-yourself type of girl.  That’s why I learned to do my own make-up, and hair.  I hate paying others to do something, especially when they can’t get it right.  That goes for cooking as well.  If I can make something at home, I would rather do it myself than intake a massive amount of extra calories, or pay a God forseen amount.  I can make just about anything from scratch, but I prefer not to.  We live in a time with conveniences, why not use them.  I will feature a different recipe on my blog each week, with ingredients and instructions.

Meeeeshme will be a place where you can find out where I get my clothes, make up tips, hair tips, how to lose weight, relationship and friendship advice.

When you have a question, or need help, just write me.