The last month has been a whirlwind of meetings, phone calls and fittings to prepare for our Survivor Sisters Fashion Show at Dillard’s in Fairview, TX! :)  We are so incredibly thankful for these businesses and individuals who stepped forward with their time and services to create another successful show:

– Our hosts and make-up artists at Dillard’s Fairview
– Hair artistry by Jade – and thank you’s to Stacey, Dawniella, and especially Rene at Rene’s Lagniappe Hair Design
– Lunch donation by Patrizio
– DJ Maco Amoyo
– Model gift bags & goodies from Susan G. Komen’s Nicole Vazquez, model and Survivor Gals’ Kathy Johnson, and model, Faye Mackmiller.
– Reception donation by Becky Thompson at Tastefully Yours Bakery and Catering
– Massages by Susan L. Johnson
– Ribbon maker and model, Janette Moline
– Flower donation by model, Melanie Anderson
– Water donations by models, Carla Whitlock and Jeanette Atkins Carter

Whenever CL & I volunteer together, I try to keep both of us in themed outfits.  CL’s pink Wrangler breast cancer shirt came from our friend Angel’s closet. :)  What’s great is CL and Angel’s Daddy both wore the same shirt at the fashion show!  I just know Angel got a kick out of that!  In honor of my girl, I wore these hot pink patent kids’ construction boots with a tailor-made satin skirt and tulle petticoat.  Orange accessories, and these gorgeous beaded “Flings” by my sweet friend Ruby Teets at Gifts4TheGoddess, completed my colorful tribute to our cancer survivor sisters.

And I can’t forget to thank my amazing husband, CL Stegall, for all of his work as the photographer and videographer for the day!  Without you, I couldn’t do any of this, Honey – I Love You!

MsMona

In honor of the vintage fashion show I’ll be attending this weekend, I’m posting my new favorite 70’s style Boho outfit, along with the coolest statement I found online (click on the image above to read it)!

I picked up this gorgeous paisley-patterned gem at Clothes Mentor in Plano.  The embroidered bib is just what it needed to pull all of the colors together on this $8.00 masterpiece.  Yep, you read it correctly, only 8 buckaroos! :)  Couldn’t pass on these cute faux lace up shoes at Target (hello, $7.48) and a fun pink bow beanie at Kohls ($4.80).  Can you say, “Super Shopping”?!

OK, so I had to splurge a little for my tailor to create some elastic cuffs, but now they won’t get caught in the dirt when I’m planting my herb garden…yeah, or in my hair while working up some sweet dreadlocks…he he! 🙂

In business and at home, what styles do you lean toward on a regular basis?

MsMona

Yep, that’s what The Husband called me. :)  I’ve always loved long, flowing dresses (sans bonnet), but I never wanted to pay a huge amount of money, then have to shell out more to have it tailored.  So when I spotted this Fabulous Find at Ross, the size and the price made me want to run through an open field, jumping for joy!

Originally closer to the color of my shoes, I decided to dye it black.  Two dips later, this dress turned a deep chocolate brown while the embroidered accents remained – LOVE it!  My DSW clearance booties, along with a few spiritual theme bracelets, were the exact accessories needed to pull everything together.

Although I usually don’t wear brown until the fall season, God is full of surprises. 🙂

MsMona

Whenever I see or wear this turquoise blue color, I feel happy and relaxed (oh, and really tan).  Maybe it’s from growing up in San Diego.  I remember wading in the ocean during family picnics at the beach every summer.  Or, how I would float lazily in my friend’s pool, talking about boys while soaking up some much needed Vitamin D. :)  Aaah, good times…

Now it’s about meeting up with the Girls and enjoying a night of networking!  This $9.00 Hawaiian-inspired blouse from 1/2 of 1/2 (complete with shell accents) was exactly what I needed for a luau themed event with the North Texas Chamber.  Check out my pals Lynn, Misty, Erin and Laura above – aren’t they gorgeous? :)  Lots of food, fun and met some friendly new faces!  Then I stopped by Laura Morlando’s “Stress Commando Spa Night” for some beauty/style tips and a small amount of retail therapy.  Just a few bits and baubles…

OK, if I can look like Ms. Morlando using BeautiControl instead of Photoshop, I might have to invest!  What types of beauty products do you swear by? 🙂

MsMona

(Thanks Clif and Misty for the photos!)

I’m so proud of my friend, Patti Carey, for opening up her new “feel good” place in Plano!  Patti does acupuncture, and she has a new massage therapist, too.  So soothing after a long day of shopping…:)

Speaking of shopping – I’m so lucky I got to put on this swirly Bisou Bisou romper from JC Penney!  Found at one of my favorite after-season clearance sales, this one piece is exactly what I need to work during our triple-digit summer:  simple, stylish and around $20.00!  Hot sale, cool prices!

If you work outside the home, what types of summer styles do you get to wear?

MsMona