Happy Tuesday and welcome to the first Ageless Style link up of 2019, where the first Tuesday of every month ten over 40 bloggers present a different style theme and show a myriad of ways to wear it, all the while proving you can still be fashionable and on trend over 40 and beyond.
This months prompt was picked by our sweet Jennie and is Faux Fur. Well living here in California this one was a bit of a head scratcher for me. With very moderate temperatures, it’s been sometime since I’ve had an opportunity to wear any kind of fur, faux or otherwise. So what’s a girl to do? Katie and I came up with the idea of showcasing fur possibilities for those of you who may be looking for something that falls in this category.
What do you know? On a family outing to Target we stopped in the accessories department and I had three of the cutest models ever. While Benny’s fur is on his face, he did get in on the action wearing a hat. I’ve gotta’ say, even though he was totally joking when he put it on, how cute does he look? Kind of a Pharrell Williams feel if you ask me. The girls on the other hand grabbed these fun fur scarves, (currently on sale for just under $10 in 7 colors) or would you call them stoles? Whatever you want to call them, I think they look darling and yes, they had to get in on the hat action too. P.S. Check out this printed fur scarf
Katie and I were in Target a different day and spied these furry vests. They are actually totally adorable and if I wasn’t in my own self sustaining, perpetual summer and the weather was cooler, I’d be tempted to wear one.
This fur collar comes with a sweater that is plus size. I just grabbed it and put it on before realizing they weren’t separates. So I guess you could say it’s a two-fur. Sweater + fur collar. LOL. I crack myself up.
These fur coats are so cute. Once upon a time I had one with a cow hide print that I just loved. They are also really soft and fun to rub. Sorry, that sounds weird, but you know you touch all the soft things when you’re walking through the stores. I sure do.
OKAY, this one was by far my favorite. I loved it and if I was in the market for one, I’d be buying this one right here. You could totally dress it up or down and I have no doubt, you’d be warm as toast in it. It’s fun. It’s glamorous, and I highly doubt you’d see anyone you know wearing it. If you have a winter wedding to attend, this is the coat for you.
Here’s the funny thing with all of these jackets. When I picked them up I was thinking to myself, “these are so tacky”. Well when I was trying them on I was thinking to myself, “these are so cute”. HA! See, you never know until you try something on. Something I’m consistently reminding Katie of. Now as you can tell by her face here, she was not a fan. It does border on tacky and I’d never have the guts to wear it, but I still secretly (or not so secretly now) think it’s cute.
Next up we wandered through Forever 21. Seriously, how cute is this plaid coat? It’s so similar to the JCrew Factory version for HALF the price, which is the next one I’m showing you.
So if I was truly in the market for a coat, this one would probably have come home with me. Super cute, fits great and the perfect weight. I loved it. I guess you could say I saved the best for last. Well, not so fast. I have 2 more things to show you.
When looking online for “fur things” and typing “fur” into websites, not only did fur come up, but a lot of the “wubby” type fleece came up too.
Would you believe I really considered returning this fleece this summer?? I wasn’t sure I’d get enough wear out of it. HA! MAN, was I wrong. I wear it constantly, and have ordered another one in a different color. Options you know. ?The other funny thing is that I ordered one for Katie this summer, took it to Nashville for her to try on, and she told me to return it. Well as soon as we were together at Thanksgiving, she had mine on. I had one waiting for her when she got home for break and we had to take turns not wearing them at the same time. LOL
Katie was not a fan of this collar, but I personally think it would be so cute with the right sweater or a short buttoned up cardigan. Again, a bargain at less than $8 (currently 50% off on clearance and comes in 4 colors)
The moral of this story is that there are lots of FAUX FUR options out there and at all different price points. I went ahead and rounded up some other things for you to ponder too. Click the picture to get to the item.
Every month we ask a guest blogger to join us, and this month it’s Leslie from Once Upon A Time & Happily Ever After. I love the name of her blog. It sounds like a fairy tale and who doesn’t love a one of those?
I love Leslie’s fur collar and her leopard heels. What a great combination of texture and print along with faux leather leggings. She’s encompassing lots of trends. And on a side note, what a gorgeous backdrop for photos. Color me jealous.
You can find Leslie’s blog here, and also find her on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter.
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LOVE fur- I have a faux fur scarf and a velvet jacket with fur trim- I think the next purchase may just be a fur vest- you look fab as always Lisa and I love the pics with your kids- you must have had a ball!
We did Holly! They were so good to indulge me. This ended up being one of my favorite posts. I’d like a fur vest too, but I’d never get to wear it here. You get one and I’ll enjoy it vicariously. XOXO
I'm only going to say two things: Y'alls Target in Cali is MUCH BETTER than ours here in Louisiana and you and your models look oh-so cute! Of course I love all the leopard, too! Even if it is tacky! Ha!
I just got lucky that day…I promise, our Target is pretty lame. Now our Targets in MN…those were some Targets. Don’t miss the snow, but I miss my huge Targets. I loved having “in house” models for this. XOXO
I know you guys had so much fun doing this and trying con all these fun pieces!! Goo timing too as I ma stunning a faux fur coat tomorrow for the Outerwear prompt. Yep, I too love a tacky leopard, lol!! have great day sweets!
I wish I could have them model all the time. It was so fun and even Benny was up for it. Love it!!! XO
Girlfriend, you knocked it out of the park with this post! What a fabulous idea, taking it to the stores! You did have the cutest models! I am also loving all the coats you tried, how fun!
xo,
Kellyann
Well thank you friend! We had a lot of fun and I wish I had the opportunity to showcase their modeling skills more…they may not, but mom sure does. So fun!!! XO
These are adorable!! I love the “fancy” coat. I could totally see you wearing this. I also loved the 21 and Jcrew costs. ALSO, Katie has always been beautiful, but she has just flurioused into a knockout!! She’s getting better with time, just like her mamma! ;)
Thanks sweet friend! She’s really come into her own and I’m just so proud of her. I’ll sure be happy when I live close to all of them. Miss you so much! XOXO
Faux fur is so fun this time of year! You look fabulous in all your looks!
Peace!
Cheryl
Thank you Cheryl!!! Happy Monday! XO
Now weren't you the smartest of us all to go showcase the faux fur at Target?? I love all the varieties, and it's a good thing I wasn't with you...i'd have bought at least half of them...LOL!!
That collar is calling my name though....heck, it's cold here!!
And you are SO right about trying things on. I'm finally learning that. Why does it take me 50 years to get smart?
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Thanks Jodie! It was so fun getting my crew in on the action and them letting me do that just made me happy. Have a great week!! XO
Such a cute post, Lisa! Love that you included adorable guest models and a variety of faux fur options. Way to make it work, girl! Oh, I love that gorgeous fur you said would be perfect for a wedding. So very glam!
Thank you Jennie! I’m so happy they were game to let mom have some fun with them. I wish I had the opportunity to do it more! XO
Love all the hat modeling and fur stoles on the girls. So cute! I really think they all looked grest on you, my favorite being the one you said you would buy, the tan faux fur. I want to say your hair always looks so pretty !
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
They were so cute and I’m so happy they indulged me. It’s much more fun to try ons in a group. LOL
And thank you so much for the sweet words about my hair❤️
I love your family try on session! You found lots of fur goodies! I love the fur jacket you fell in love with! The pink fur vest was pretty fabulous too!
Thank you Laura! It was so fun getting them in on (especially Benny). XO