my tupelo

“Chain of Jewels”

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Everyone needs an “everyday necklace”. Most of you know what I mean when I say, “everyday necklace” and for those of you who don’t, I am about to tell you. You know those days when you just want to throw on a v-neck tee and jeans? Well, with outfits like that you really need an everyday necklace to spruce it up a bit. Not anything to bulky or long but just a little something to not look so “blah”.

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Isn’t this necklace ADORABLE?! Well, I think so and not only is it adorable but it is also for a good cause. As I have talked about before, my parents tried adopting a little girl named Mangali from an orphanage in Nepal a few years ago. Because of Nepal closing the country to adoption, the process was unable to happen. This necklace is just one of the many products from Mangali Collection which a percentage of profits goes to providing Mangali and her orphanage with food, clothes, and other necessities. Our brand was created a little over a year ago and has been helping these children the entire time. If you’re wondering why the necklace has a rhino on it, it’s because that is the brand’s logo and oh is it so cute! If you would like to contribute to the Mangali Collection fund visit http://www.southern-cloth.myshopify.com or visit our store in Tupelo, MS.

Layers Upon Layers

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Layering. Yes, I know it’s becoming warmer and you’re wondering why in the world anyone would want to put on more clothes than they have to. Trust me, you’ll be fine. I want to show you the proper way to layer clothing so you won’t look like you’re trying to fit in at Abu Dhabi when trying to be fashionable. So since it is still spring and you haven’t brought out all your summer clothes yet, let’s start with simple jeans and layered top. In the picture above, I have on a loose summer tank top underneath a light weight sweater. Notice I have the sleeves rolled a bit to make the outfit more cool. The trick to layering is always have the top layer brushing your hip. If you wear something long over something longer you will look two inches tall, and I would hate for that to happen. With the top layer coming about to the hip it adds height (and in my case, so do the wedges). Now when layering a dress or skirt, still keep the top layer length rule but add a “flowy” skirt or dress underneath. Yes, you can continue layering all summer because despite common belief you will NOT die of a heat stroke if you add a light layer. I think if you try this tip out, you will really enjoy the flattering look it creates. 

Open to Orchid

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 So who wants to hear about the color of the year?!? Okay so, I don’t know if I am the only one but I am always so excited to hear what the color of the year is. In the females favor, it’s ORCHID! This is such a pretty color and can match oh so many things. I want to tell you my favorite colors to match radiant orchid with and maybe you might like a few of them. As you can see in the picture, I have paired orchid jeans with a beige blouse. But as you look into the zebras on the shirt, there are many more color options. My favorite is navy, green, black, taupe, yellow, blue, sea foam, and purple. See… you can go crazy with these color options. Dress up and add orchid, always.