Jackie Kennedy Onassis is obviously a huge fashion icon and inspiration for many, myself included. I particularly love her summer style, it was just.. so.. Florida. Her embrace of Jack Rogers sandals and shift dresses, often by Lilly Pulitzer would go on to inspire sorority girls of the Sunshine State to emulate this look for…
Why Does Lydia Love Purple? Purple isn’t just a pretty color, to me it has a deep significance (both historically and spiritually) which is why I chose to add the word into the title of my blog. I’m named after Lydia in the Bible. She was a seller of purple cloth and the first European…
You may not have heard of Ann Lowe, but you’ve probably seen one of her dresses in pictures or a history book. Because she was African American her work was often overlooked by main stream fashion during her lifetime. She lived during a time in American history when society was strictly segregated, even in parts…
Valentine’s Day is next month! These past few years it’s been a non-existent holiday at the Roper house. But, not this year! 2021 will be the year of Valentine’s Day! I’m planning a fun family dinner and yes, I am planning to dress up. Whether you are staying home or going out you’ll need something…
If you know me you know I dearly love Chinoiserie. In fact, the very first blog post I ever wrote was about Chinoiserie. According to the Oxford Dictionary Chinoiserie is “the imitation or evocation of Chinese motifs and techniques in Western art, furniture, and architecture; especially in the 18th century”. Chinoisere designs in a home…
Big Collar Blouses I posted last week about big collar blouses (you can read it here). I have scoured the internet high and low and found some great blouses with big collars to share with you. They will have you looking and feeling fabulous![show_shopthepost_widget id=”4429872″]
Over the knee boots are so amazing! They can look polished or they can make an outfit look like a total mess. I’ve got some easy- peazy tips for you that will make you look fabulous in your over the knee boots! Buy boots that have an adjustable draw string at the top. This allows…