Most girls when dreaming of pearls they dream of the ones that can be strung around the neck. I on the other hand dream of a classic leather boot by Wolverine. This past summer I attended a fabulous boot preview party with the good people of Wolverine Shoe and tanning Corporation at the Godfrey Hotel Chicago. This is where I met Pearl (shown above). It was love at first sight. Pearl looks good but more importantly the Pearl boot is excellently made.
The Pearl boot is an elegant ankle boot handcrafted by skilled shoemakers using the finest leather and rich suede. It comes with a stacked heel (rubber outsole). The Pearl boot blends premium full grain leather and soft suede on the upper. The boot comes with an inside zip for easy entry and a textile lining.
I found the Pearl boot to be very stylish with the buckle on design. The boot also runs true to size. I received my shoe in a US 9M and they fit perfect. The Lightweight cement construction makes the quality boot easy to wear. I've had a problems in the pass with boots being very heavy and having the feeling of being weighed down. I didn't get that in wearing the Pearl boots. Pearl comes in two colors, black and brown. This Wolverine boot is #FatGirlApproved.
Pictured with the Peninsula Boot from the Wolverine | Stormy Kromer collaboration.
I really went crazy over the plaid Peninsula boot and matching cap. Go to stormykromer.com for information on the "Peninsula" cap. To find out more about the "Pearl" boot, Wolverine | Stormy Kromer "Peninsula" boot and all their new boot releases by visiting wolverine.com. You can follow the action from the Godfrey event on social media by using the hashtags #WolverineFNO and #mywolverines
The Pearl boots was gifted to me by the Wolverine brand however the opinions in this post are all mine.
It's no secret that I love handbags. Being a plus girl my whole life accessories often are the only thing that fit. I've become purse addicted sometimes perhaps a little too much, lol. I wanted to share my love for purse with some purse facts and some purse that are on my current wish list.
There is a huge purse and handbag museums located in Amsterdam called Tassenmuseum Hendrikje. It's on my bucket list of places to visit.
The most expensive bag to sell at auction hit the chopping block at Christie's last week, going for $221,844 at an auction in Hong Kong. It was a pink crocodile Hermès Birkin studded with diamonds
Purses were made of soft fabric or leather, and were worn by men as often as ladies; the Scottish sporran is a survival of this custom. In the 17th century, young girls were taught embroidery as a necessary skill for marriage; this also helped them make very beautiful handbags.
Louis Vuitton Malletier, commonly referred to as Louis Vuitton, or shortened to LV, is a French fashion house founded in 1854 by Louis Vuitton. This brand is the most requested bag in the world.
National Handbag day observed once a year on October 10th national but for me a purse junkie it recognized daily!!!
Everyone knows that Halloween is one of my favorite times of the years. I often get ask about affordable plus size costumes. I've created Costume and Cocktail as an idea space for women looking budget friendly fits for Halloween. This year Halloween falls on a weekend. Which means party time! The 20's flapper look are a very easy way to look and feel sexy while not showing off all your goodies. Plus it won't make you break the bank. This looks can be achieved with any color fringe dress and long pearls. Then add a long cigarette holder and a feather head piece. Couple with fishnet stockings and heels to complete the look.
During the roaring 20's a flapper was a fashionable young woman intent on enjoying herself and flouting conventional standards of behavior. Flapper were seen as brash for wearing excessive makeup. For this costume it's ok to go heavy on the makeup. A
red, wine or a popping pink color lip is a must. The bolder the better. This is a great time to got batty with the lashes. I recommend the Ardell Double up Lashes 203. I get mine from Ulta or Target.
One of the worlds must famous flapper would be Josephine Baker. So feel free to channel her when wearing your costume. Confidence is a must! Follow Tyra Banks words and smile with your eyes, Smize!
I suspect with Halloween falling on a weekend this year many people will be having parties. So if you're the host or a guest a bottle of Rosa Regale will be a great way to celebrate. I have included this easy to make cocktail recipe.
The drink is called Mirosa. You'll need 3 oz chilled Rosa Regale, 1.5 oz DeKuyper Triple Sec, splash of cranberry juice per glass.
Photo credit: Ombrafenice
