Fashion Friday: Leopard Red

This is one of my all-time favorite combos: leopard print and bold red. I just got this cardie from Old Navy -- they had given me some coupons for 50% off a couple of weeks before when I was school shopping for my boys, so when I went back for some jeans, this cardie also caught my eye.

Along with my new super cheap (less than $5) Revlon lipstick, I think this is a winning combo that can be accessorized in many ways: statement necklace or bracelet, chunky earrings, signature ring, etc. I foresee wearing some version of this outfit many times this fall and winter.

Burgundy, wine, maroon, plum

I was completely taken by this post from the fabulous French Mademoiselle - go check out the rich, gorgeous array of shades!

Fashion Friday: Red lipstick, part deux

My quest for the perfect lipstick ended when I tried Revlon's In The Red. It's a rich red with just a hint of warmth. It looks kind of dark on here but on me it's brighter. It is taking a little getting used to because I usually wear pretty muted colors - burgundies, reddish-browns, etc.

I will be happy to show you how it looks on me when my hormones stop messing around with my skin, because right now, it's just not pretty, people!

Fashion Friday: Red lipstick

With fall coming I've been hankering for some red lipstick - I have owned many a burgundy shade in my life, but true red has never been in my radar . . . until now.

I recently purchased Revlon's Certainly Red and I love it. It's a blue-based red but even with my yellow/olive undertones I can wear it.

I would wear it with an all-black, black-and-white or cool toned outfit, though, so that leaves me wanting a red I can wear with warm tones.

Maybe it will be Maybelline's Red Revival?


Or MAC's Ladybug?


Maybe MAC's Lady Danger will be it!


I'll let you all know how my hunt turns out - do you have a favorite lipstick shade?

Red Bag Love

My current bag is a neutral that goes well with 99% of my wardrobe. However, lately, red bags keep catching my eye - they definitely wouldn't go with everything I wear but oh, what a lovely pop of color they are!

black and white and red by casa de berry featuring a cap sleeve tunic