STYLING WITH ANNIE

Photo by Allef Vinicius on Unsplash Hey it's time to update that wardrobe with some new and old retro looks for the Fall.  Plaids are all the rage especially when wearing a pantsuit. Yes, pantsuits are back. A power statement for women heading to the the board meeting. The blazer takes on a more manly look this season giving it a more comfortable feel.  Though the blazer has been here forever,  you will hear it called  the menswear jacket now.  Photo by Alexandra Mils on Unsplash Photo by Jim Flores on Unsplash Sneakers come in any color and can be worn anywhere at anytime. You can wear them with your pantsuit, jeans and dresses. Comfort is key. The Stiletto heel takes a break this season.  If you are more traditional though,  Photo by Kevin Laminto on Unsplash\n a pair of booties or a pair of  pumps with  block heels will complement any outfit.                 ...

Image from Bing Free Images.   September is Alopecia Areata Awareness Month September is Alopecia Areata Awareness Month. For all who don’t know what Alopecia Areata is, let me share, not only what it is but my own personal experience.  A few years back, I lost all my hair.  It was sudden, my hair started falling out. When I brushed my hair, it came out in clumps. Then all my hair fell out, even the hair on my chinny chin-chin. I am a hairless mammal. Needless to say, I was shocked.  Hair is a part of who we are in.  When we look in the mirror  or at old pictures, a hairstyle defines us.  Social Media and ads glorify  a crowning head of hair. The loss of hair is devastating. That is why it is so important to know you are not alone and to realize that you are beautiful with or without hair.  I didn’t know at the time that I had  joined a group of over 6.8 million people in the United Sta...

Each Bride and Groom put their own imprint on their wedding day.  My niece, Erin and her love, Adam said their vows this weekend bringing their unique style of love and devotion under the night sky in Rose Valley.  Mahogany tables decorated with greens and candles. Photo by Anne Neborak For those considering a wedding   the cool nights in September,  here are some ideas to consider  for that special day. Simple White Hydrangea fill silver vases. Photo by Anne Neborak Photo by Anne Neborak Favorite snacks from  popcorn to candy.  Photo by Anne Neborak  Deluxe seating for guests. Photo by Anne Neborak  A  different kind of boutonniere  Photo by Anne Neborak The bride enters to the song Free Bird with her Father. Photo by Anne Neborak The first dance ends in a kiss with family and friends watching.  Photo by Anne Neborak

STYLING WITH ANNIE: Transiting from Ice Cream to Pumpkin Latte : Photo by Alex Geerts on Unsplash With September comes new challenges, new opportunities, and schedules that quickly fill our days an...

Photo by Alex Geerts on Unsplash With September comes new challenges, new opportunities, and schedules that quickly fill our days and nights.  September brings me sadness for summer is fading and winter is not that far away.  September brings me joy, too. As a child I would get lost in the stationary section of the store.  Even now I love to go into Staples searching for notebooks, folders, markers and all the latest technology.  Ready for new beginnings and new adventures that the school year brings. Photo by Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash The burning of leaves, the  cooler crisp air at night, and drinking  pumpkin latte is all  part of this season. Here is a recipe for  Pumpkin Latte: Start by heating milk, pumpkin puree, and sugar on the stove. You can use whole, 2 %, skim, or dairy-free milk. Coconut or almond milk would be delicious. 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy) 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree, 1 to 3 tablespoons ...