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During a morning Internet search, I came across this article and decided to share.  While I tend to think the fashion industry involves way to much thinking -over-thinking- and I usually break every rule, there are some decent points worth sharing.  Who knew there could be such a formula to wearing a hat and accessorizing it perfectly with each outfit?  Who knew?

Add Sparkle to Colors and Color to Neutrals

1. Add a white or beige ribbon to a colored hat to give even a winter-colored hat a bright, spring look. This is a good way to turn a sensible navy blue or burgundy cap from a winter-wardrobe staple into a nautical-looking accessory.
2. Take the brooch you wore during the winter, or borrow a tiepin, and secure it firmly in the front and center of the crown of your spring hat. For floppy, straw styles, place a sparkly brooch low on the crown, almost where it meets the brim. For tailored, stiff styles, place the brooch either equidistant from the top and bottom of the crown or at the top of the crown for a bold, elegant style.
3. Buy a scarf that matches your cap, and wear the scarf at your throat, through the belt loops of your jeans or slacks, or even tied around your wrist in a fabric bracelet. This is an easy, coordinated way to upgrade any outfit, and it can even work with walking shorts and casual shirts.

See what I mean?  A little to much thinking.  In my opinion, I say pick the hat you like most and wear it.  End.of.story.  Sometimes I think this is how it should be with everything.  Oh there’s more.

Accessorize With Shoes, Belts and Bags

1. Match your hat, if you want a tailored appearance, to your shoes, your belt or your handbag. However, do not match it to all three, as this will create a “splotchy” appearance, and the eye will be attracted to each of your accessories in turn. Matching the hat to one wardrobe item will pull the hat into the outfit without overdoing it.
2. Wear bright lipsticks with bright hats. After you do your makeup, try your hat on in the bathroom mirror. If you are wearing a berry red or plum-colored hat, you may need to add a little more color to your face.
3. Accessorize with a fabric belt pulled from a favorite dress and tied around your hat for an instantly complete outfit. Also, remove any fabric flowers and secure them to the hat. Extra buttons that come with clothing can do double-duty as hat accessories.

Warning:

Accessorize a spring hat lavishly if your outfit does not have many embellishments, and keep your hat simple if your clothes sport flowers, bows or other eye-catching accessories. You don’t want to look like a fabric explosion. At garden parties, however, it’s acceptable to go a bit over the top in the way of romantic flourishes.

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Not only did we nearly sell out of ALL our jeans (which completely blew our mind) but the hats seem to be fading quickly as well.  But don’t you worry, this is a good thing and we have plenty more just sitting patiently at the tips of our fingers.

Yesterday, I received several emails from very happy and excited customers that just received their jeans.  They were all in LOVE and so much that they took the time to send a simple email.  One customer loved them so much that she slept in them the first night.  And don’t be worried, we’ve been guilty of doing that very thing ourselves.

As we embark on a new adventure that will potentially involve some of you, I would like to seek your advice and opinion because I really like you all that much!  First of all, have you ever sought out a way to earn a little extra income?  The perfect opportunity?  Something relatively easy?  Something that didn’t require you to sacrifice your arm and your leg?  Or your entire life savings?  Something that you could do at your own pace and make it as big or little as you want?  Have you?  Have you?

Well, I have and plenty of times, too!

In developing our consultant side, we’re trying to combine all the positive elements of a direct-selling business and leave the less-than-appealing aspects on the wayside.  Some priorities include:

• No “sign-up” fee
• No monthly/quarterly sales quota to remain “active”
• Exclusive territory rights
• Up to 50% commission
• Amazing product at unreal prices
• Rightfully compensating those that deserve it most
• Flexibility, flexibility, flexibility

Now, it’s your turn to tell me what you think would be the ideal “at home” business opportunity.  What do you like or dislike? Or what would you like to see?

Our knit hats, in all styles, have been by far the most popular items we’ve carried.  The first batch we ordered, we weren’t really sure, but when we couldn’t stock them fast enough, we knew that definitely hats were in.  Afterall, Savvy Stylista told us so.  Remember this post?

I have since LOVED (with great big bold capital letters) them the most.  I wear them almost everyday and thank the hat God above for sending them my way.  They’re cute, stylish and oh so comfortable.  And they are now this week’s special.

We have marked down all of our hats…every style….to $9.00!  In addition, there will be FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $20.

To view all hats available, click here.

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We are running out of our Chinese Laundry fast! But why wouldn’t we..these styles are too hot to miss!?

If you still need a great bag, or some business pumps, we have those still in stock as well. Remember, we sell out fast (ahem..jeans!), so hurry over and find your fancy.

Its the only time you will be screaming to have more Laundry.

Ps- Want us to get in more? Tell me what you want to see! New bags, shoes, or Kids…?

I’m yet to hear from one of our winners, the free photo session with Ashley MacKay.  If I don’t receive an email by tonight from the winner, I will announce another winner in the morning.  With all the giveaways we continually run, there’s no time to search out every winner.

Also, I forgot that I was supposed to announce two winners for the free advertising with Mommypr so I will take care of that one right now.  Emily from Sass and Savvy Jewelry, you’ve won.  Please email me for details.

And my goodness were the jeans ever popular, so much that we’ve had to request another large order to replenish our supply.  We’re excited though, that so many of you liked them as much as we do.  Today is the last day for the online special of $39.99 and free shipping both ways.   Tomorrow, we will announce another amazing offer.

Lastly, we’re on our way to Boise next week and have some great events planned.  If you’re in the Boise area and would like to cash in our being there, send me an email.  Also, we’ll be in Utah the end of March, beginning of April.  Both trips will debut the new shoes due to arrive tomorrow and all of our spring/summer products.  We plan to have our party kits on display and are taking requests for our consultant launch in June.  Should you desire to be in the early test phase, please email me.

And mind you, I don’t think there will be a better opportunity available as we are really developing things to truly empower women everywhere with the opportunity to instantly double your investment while always looking fabulous and frugal.  It’s all very exciting and I wish I could say more.  Soon….

In the meantime, enjoy your Monday and we’ll see you tomorrow!

With all  this jean excitement, I nearly forgot that I had a whole list of winners to announce.

At this rate, I'll be out of job by morning.

The winner of our Jean Giveaway is #179

Rhonda Struthers Says:

Would love a new pair of jeans/

rhondastruthers@ yahoo dot ca

The Lucky Slouch goes to #256

Heather Skousen Says:

I LOVE THIS BAG!! Please pick me!!!

Free Ad Space on Mommypr (my lifesaver this week) #6

Ashley MacKay Photography Says:

I’d love the free advertising on Mommy PR!!!

The lucky photo session winner with Ashley Mackay #35

Deirdee Says:

I would love to win the engagement session for my son!Even a little saved money would be a big help! Thanks for the opp0rtunity!

And the free blog makeover goes to #41

Heather Kapp Says:

I would love to win the free blog design from A Creation of Miracles and the Photo Session from Ashley MacKay. Thanks!

There you have it!  Send me your emails to recessionistaparty (at) gmail (dot) com and we’ll fine tune the details. And boy, were the jeans a hit!  If you haven’t yet, check them out and dare to do the skinny jean.  If I can, you can too!

Winners have 72 hours to claim their prize otherwise a new winner will be chosen.