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My Night at the Fisher Fair
Thank goodness it is finally fair season! There is nothing better than spending a night going on rides and hanging out with those who matter to you most. The sight of the carnival lights at night are one more reason county fairs are so magical! Left to right: Me, Arianna Thompson, and Maddie Flesner (2016 Miss Edgar County Fair Queen) I had never been to the Fisher Fair before, but I was so excited to learn a dear friend of mine, Arianna Thompson, was competing in the Jr. Miss Fisher Fair Queen contest! We all wore the best shade of teal we could find to match her dress and cheer…
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Movie Monday: Casablanca (1942)
These photos are not mine. Casablanca is arguably one of the most iconic and influential films to ever hit the silver screen! The music, the movie lines, the clothes, and the love story are all components that helped catapult this movie into instant success! At the time of Casablanca‘s release, the world was in complete turmoil. It was in the midst of World War II and many people went to the theatre to escape reality even if it was just for a little while. Rick and Ilsa’s love story endeared audiences all over the world, and impacted society in a way those who made the film would have never thought.…
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“Kind is the New Cool” Tee
Similar to my look: T-shirt Shorts Birkenstocks Haven’t you heard? Kind is the new cool! Actually, being kind is always cool, but this t-shirt was too cute not to purchase! This inspirational, classic white tee came from a little boutique on my college campus, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champiagn. The shop is called Fira Boutique, and I fell in love with their clothes the minute I saw the store front! It is a quant little place located a little outside of the heart of campus, but all in all it is one of my favorite shops. If you go to UIUC,…
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Red, White, & Fabulous!
Similar to my look: Top Shorts This year has absolutely flown by! I can’t believe it was the fourth of July! (Yes, I did mean to rhyme) I decided to sport a tank this year with a pink/red tint to it and a unstructured peplum bottom. Coupled with cutoff, denim shorts and I was ready to roll! It was a rather hot fourth of July this year here in the Midwest, so the sleeveless look kept me as cool as a cucumber. This look works for way more than just the fourth of July, though. It would be a stunning ensemble to a picnic, family outing,…
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4th of July 2018
It was one jam-packed fourth of July for my family and I this year! This was the third year in a row that I have walked in the fourth of July parade in Oakwood, Illinois. This year was extra special because it was the first time my Mom and I have had the opportunity to walk alongside our fellow Governor Bradford NSDAR members! Some of the Governor Bradford Chapter NSDAR members getting ready for the parade! We handed out little United States flags to the kids along the parade route. The children would get a little glimmer of excitement in their eye when they saw us coming along to hand out flags. They…
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The Summer Floral Trend
Photos taken by Darla Sigmon (@mcsig96 on Instagram) I have never been much of a print girl, but this summer it would seem I am wearing lot more of at least one print. Normally, I like a solid color top with some denim shorts or something else simple and classic, but the floral trend bug has bitten me. Florals are HUGE this summer! You really cannot go shopping without seeing at least one flower on some sort of piece of clothing! The floral trend is so different than most other prints. Every summer it seems like there is at least one kind of print that takes over, but with florals…
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Movie Monday: The Women (1939)
These photos are not mine. If you love fashion as much as I do, and that is a whole lot, this is a must see film!! Although The Women fails the “Bechdel Test” because all of the women in this film pretty much always end up talking about the allusive “Steve” who never appears on screen, this is still a triumphant film for women! The cast was ALL FEMALE! Right down to the animals that appear in the movie. Some of the most glamorous women of the 1930s starred together in The Women and went on to create a cinematic masterpiece!! These photos are not mine. One of my favorite actresses, Norma Shearer, wore…
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Floral Romper by Candie’s
Photos taken by Darla Sigmon (@mcsig96 on Instagram) Similar to my look: Romper Necklace Kohl’s is hands down one of my favorite places to shop, and this romper is a great example as to why! When I saw this adorable black romper with light pink flowers, excitement shot right through me! The slight bell sleeves that go to my elbows, and the lightweight fabric are just two of the reasons this romper is a hidden gem. The Candie’s brand consistently creates pieces that are on trend, yet timeless! With this romper, it flatters the body in all of the right places without being too revealing. Because of the…
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Fran Fine’s Fine Style
For more of Fran Fine’s fashion, follow @whatfranwore on Instagram! *These photos are not mine.* It’s time to reflect on one of my favorite funny ladies: Fran Fine of The Nanny! I know this isn’t a film, but I had to put it in the Classic Cinema section because to me this show is definitely a classic! Even though this show ran throughout the 90’s, Fran Drescher’s style is pretty contemporary. The crop tops, the geometric shapes, the mini skirts, and the many times she wore the complementary color of black. Fran was way ahead of her time in fashion! These photos are not mine. We have seen the fashion industry catchup…
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Audrey Hepburn & Givenchy’s Unique Relationship
Many people would agree that Audrey Hepburn is one of the most stylish women to ever live. The major question that plagued Audrey’s career was did she make Givenchy or did Givenchy make Audrey? These photos are not mine. Where did their iconic relationship begin? It started before Audrey’s silver screen hits and Givenchy’s fantastic runway shows. Their professional relationship lasted from 1954-1987, covering seven films for Audrey to be draped in some of the most glamorous designs in all of movie history. One of the most amazing things about clothes is how they can sometimes, with the right mixture of passion and magic, become a moment. Yes, an entire moment.…
