Brought to you by the color: Purple

Hi Friends!

Ok, it's summer, right?  Well not officially but now that school is out for the kids one would expect that the sun would be sunny and the heat would be heating.  That's not the case here in Iowa though.  Cooler than usual days have kept me in my skinny jeans longer this season than ever expected.

I'm not complaining!!!  The longer I wear something, the less cost per wear it becomes.  What a silly thing to think about but some styles go out almost as soon as they come in.


Today's outfit feels a bit more timeless.  It has a shelf life as we used to say WAY back when in the sales industry.  Choose any color oxford shirt, paired with a skinny (colored, print, denim, you name it) and you're set.


Most of this outfit was brought to you by Old Navy.

[Button Down, Skinnies, Shoes:  Old Navy, Belt & Sunnies: Target]

I'm a HUGE fan of flowers, they are definitely a labor of love.  These purple beauties add a bit of color to my deck and landscaping.  They are the perfect hint of color in just the right places.

Hugs,
    Trish

I've Moved

Hey there!  Remember me?  I can't believe it's been as long as it has.  Welcome to my new home at East and Autumn.  My new address is www.eastandautumn.blogpost.com.

You know that fresh new feeling one gets when moving into a new space?  I'm kind of feeling that right now.  I just added a fresh coat of paint, a few accessories and a new address.

 If you go to Fashionably Frugal by Trish by habit, that's okay.  You'll be redirected here.  If you're like me, old habits die hard.  I am definitely a creature of habit.

East and Autumn is a life and style blog.  You'll find me rambling on about an amazingly frugal find (as always) but you'll also find me chatting up a DIY project, recipes, photograghy, style and design.  Okay, I know what you're thinking...isn't that just about everything.  Yes, yes it is.

So what's happened since your last visit?  We went to Disney!!!!  We bit the bullet and took the girls to the most amazing place, where dreams come true.  All those sayings are perfect for Disney World and yet they don't quite capture just how truly amazing it is.  I'm ready to go back!  They treated us like kings and queens.

 We loved our Disney Resort, Port of Orleans - Riverside.  It was charming, quiet and serine.  It was the perfect end to a perfect day.  Picture a long winding river with lighted sidewalks on each side.  Beautiful landscape that made you feel like you were at the bayou.  A pool big enough for everyone there to swim and have fun and other quiet pools to get away from the crowd.

The food is absolutely amazing!  We ate WAY more food than we usually do but it was irresistible.  The desserts were so yummy!  We had two per day, lunch and dinner.  Yummy cheesecake, mocha desserts, apple pie and more!

 

If you are questioning whether or not to go, GO.  Do it, it's a wonderful vacation.  I can't wait to go back!!!


Hugs,
   Trish

Casual Friday!

Hello Friends!

Happy Friday!!!!  I'm so ready for the weekend.  I'm not sure why, it may be because I haven't had a weekend free of sickness for a while.  We are all healthy and making plans to go sledding.  I guess it just feels good to make plans and get out of the house.

Today's outfit is a great one for casual Friday at the office, running errands or volunteering at the school.  I will be doing the latter.

DIY Infinity Scarf

Are you loving the infinity scarves as much as I am?  I love them but I have held off on buying one. I am just  too darn frugal in invest in one due to versatility.  I bought this traditional scarf and then gathered up the ends with a clear hair band.  I wrapped the scarf around twice and voila!  I have an infinity scarf for the day, and a traditional one for other outfits.

[Blazer & Jeans:  Old Navy] [Top & Booties:  Target] [Scarf:  Walmart]
 [Sunnies: Drugstore] [Earrings:  Stella & Dot]

Hugs,

        Trish