Inspired By...Ruby Slippers

For Halloween this year my daughter went as Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz. I found her sparkly red slippers at Target during the summer and immediately knew her costume, which I made! (This was my first sewing attempt. It was no where near perfect, but she wore it at dark, so the mistakes were hard to see.)

The favorite part of the outfit for both me and little Dorothy were the red shoes. As I watched her prance around in those glittery red shoes, I was reminded how much I love red. It is my favorite color, always and forever. Adding a touch of sparkle just gives it a new twist.

This inspiration board incorporates both red and sparkle, sometimes together, sometimes not. A few of the images remind me of the small glitter trees and red wreath I use as Christmas decorations. Mmmmmm, maybe it's time to pull out the boxes!

clockwise from top left:
my daughter's red shoes from Target
Moulin chandelier from Brocade Home
glittered double acorn ornaments from Birch Hill Crafts
red rhinestone and pearl necklace from Luxe Deluxe
dressing room image from Living Etc.
glittered burlap banner from Funkyshique
crimson garland from Martha Stewart Weddings
holiday pettiskirt from Metta Creations

Red Hot Looks For February

Even though Valentine's Day only happens once, you can still infuse the color of love into your wardrobe throughout the month (or anytime!).

Here are two options: one for when you are feeling fancy, and another for when only your favorite jeans will do, which is most days for me.

clockwise from top:
navy blue silk dress from Shabby Apple
felt earrings from 3FUN
twill trench coat from Ann Taylor LOFT
Vanda red patent pump from Target
red glambition bag from ModCloth

clockwise from top left:
Mallory Keaton sweater from ModCloth
dotted dip-dye scarf from GAP
wood and gold hoops from Claire's
Simone stretch ballet flats from Target
"The Flirt" jeans from Old Navy

Do you wear a lot of red? What is your favorite red piece in your wardrobe?