Trying a New Trend of Neons+Neutrals
The Chief Blonde is wearing: Peplum Shirt Jacket (c/o Carissa Rose $130 ), Rhinestone Cami (Sam’s Club $9), Bermuda’s (The Loft), Vintage Feather and Satin Shoes (Saks Fifth Avenue), Vintage Beads
Did you ever wonder how I get ready for an outfit shoot? Well sometimes, my outfit is motivated by an event I am going to, like my niece’s wedding , other times, I just have something new as a blogger that I want to feature–like this swimsuit (still can’t believe I did that!) Other times, I take up one of Kristina’s Bloggers Do it Better challenges like today.
In preparation for today, I frantically patiently waited for my top to arrive from Carissa Rose, praying just certain that it would arrive on time and fit. So at 3:30 today, the UPS rapped on the door and there it was. I ripped apart my closet trying to put together just the right outfit, fixed my hair, choose my shoes, my accessories and put on my makeup. No supermodel’s life here, however. I laid my outfit aside, made dinner, cleaned up, beg asked my photographer sweetly to take the pictures, put on the outfit and then tried to figure out how to pose (man do I need a stylist, hair and makeup person, and a modeling class!)
The Chief Blonde applying L’Oreal Infallible Lip Color in Enduring Berry c/o (a Great Neon Pink $10)
After frantically touching up my make-up, we headed outside and took at least 50 shots to get the 7 you see in this collection. Who knew that putting on clothes and getting a few decent shots was such hard work? Maybe if I wasn’t 45+ and didn’t have delete all the ones that made my butt/gut/thighs etc look big it wouldn’t be so hard. Do you younger ladies even worry about that? Oh well, here’s the last few shots….
Front Porch shot
Took off the high shoes and put on the trusty Oxfords (seen here) and got caught playing with my Nook Color!
My Photographer got me back to work (all photos by Kelly Mackie)
Want to see the accessories a little closer?
Bangles (c/oMango Tree-$20), Slim Sleeve for tablets(c/o Golla. $30), Emerald Studs (c/o Jewelry by Bloom $55), Bracelet (Chief Blonde’s)
And finally the shoes..(Scarf c/o Ford Cares for Breast Cancer Awareness–2009 edition, $20)
So let me know which pose of the Neons+Neutrals was your favorite, and I’d love some constructive criticism too!
Hi Shelley!
I love the front porch shot. The only thing I don’t for is the hand over makes you seem less approachable as opposed to the one where you got back to work which makes you seem more open and welcoming 🙂
Thanks so much for the opportunity to win in this giveaway!
~Mippy 🙂
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Thanks Mippy, I love it when someone gives me tips. I wish more people would help me out…I want to get bettter! The Chief Blonde
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You look beautiful! I like how you layered the shirt with the tee. My favorite shot is you sitting looking at your Nook.
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I like the first pose best. I think the pops of color are a good addition.
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I like the My Photographer got me back to work picture
the best.It is a great pose and shows off your outfit nicely with the Neon look.I really want those cute shoes.The Neon look is my favorite and makes you look younger.
Thanks Charlene, anything that makes me look younger is great! Check out all our our outfit posts here: https://stillblondeafteralltheseyears.com/http:/stillblondeafteralltheseyears.com/giveaways/uncategorized/outfits-modeled-women-over-45/
The Chief Blonde
Love the pop of color!
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Sara, I’ll be by to stumble you later this week!
I adore those shoes! Both pairs!
I really love the pose of you with your Nook, even though I LOVELOVELOVE those heels! They would have matched the cover in that shot, too!
I love that look and love the cute heels- you gotta love a crisp white shirt and khaki pants- very nicely put together
Thanks Ria, I agree! The Chief Blonde!
I love the accessories and the pumps because it complimented the outfit.
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Thanks for your sweet comments Pauline! The CHief Blonde
Love the shoes and the accessories! The red bracelets are fabulous! I love pairing neutral clothes with bright accessories, I always think it looks good!
Thanks Erin! It’s all about the shoes, right? The Chief Blonde
I find the first picture (smelling flower pose) to be my favorite as it seemed very natural. I love your oxford shoes, I’d pick it over heels any day. =)
Very cute! Love the white shirt and those shoes rock!
Love the outfit! Nice for us over 45! LOL
I love the shirt! Not one that I chose on the GC giveaway post, but after seeing it on I may change my mind! Love it!
Love those shoes, but boy do they look like they hurt! I love the last pose the best
loving the shoes! you look super! (and loved loved loved the dress you wore to your niece’s wedding)! you looked awesome!
You are so sweet Polly! Thanks! The Chief Blonde
Hi! Stopping by to Stumble from STT (I’m a little behind LOL).
I love, love, love the shoes! I wish I had more opportunity to wear nice shoes. It’s just darn near impossible to chase preschoolers in heels!
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Hi Jamie,
Thanks, I knew those shoe would inspire some people! THe Chief Blonde
Great outfits, especially those pink shoes!!
Btw, I stumbled this! Please stumble my Drink Like a Fish back.
Hi Aquariann, I will be by to stumble you later this week. Thanks for participating! The Chief Blonde
Love those pink shoes & bangles – this is one trend I think I might be able to do 🙂 Stumbled your post, here’s mine
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Hi Stepahie,
Thanks for stopping in, and stumbling! I’ll be by to Stumble you later this week! The Chief Blonde