By the time you read this post I will be making final preparations for Christmas. I am just about done wrapping the last few items, tracking awaited parcels, and packing for friendly seasonal visits. Are you getting excited for Christmas yet? Perhaps, you have already been struck by the mood of holiday glee in the earlier weeks.
The bells are being rung from storefront doors as patrons enter and exit with stiletto heels, and other footprints or rubber soles of excitement. I hope you're ready because it's swiftly approaching!
I decided to don day glamour with layered attire, so I wore my comfortable cardigan, drizzled a few fine gems, and sparkling spikes to add that special touch of happiness for the season.
I will be casually blogging here and there, visiting your Insta-snaps, and catching up on your beautiful spaces. But, just in case I don't here's wishing you a joyous Christmas season!

It's been a wonderfully interesting year for me as well as for my blog, I am grateful and happy that I continued to keep at it. Of course there are many things that I still want to work on, however the vision board has been created and I am believing for it all to manifest.
As some of us take a new trajectory whether in our careers or merely lifestyle changes ahead, I wanted to leave you with a few inspirational words. I hope you remain steadfast on whatever goals that you have set.

The bells are being rung from storefront doors as patrons enter and exit with stiletto heels, and other footprints or rubber soles of excitement. I hope you're ready because it's swiftly approaching!
I decided to don day glamour with layered attire, so I wore my comfortable cardigan, drizzled a few fine gems, and sparkling spikes to add that special touch of happiness for the season.
I will be casually blogging here and there, visiting your Insta-snaps, and catching up on your beautiful spaces. But, just in case I don't here's wishing you a joyous Christmas season!

The goods: Printed skirt: Anthropologie, Cardigan:
Thrifted, Evening clutch: eBay, Heels: Salvatore Ferragamo, Spike
earrings: Burlington Coat Factory, Vintage gems and jewellery: Family
pieces, Cashmere hat-Banana Republic.


As some of us take a new trajectory whether in our careers or merely lifestyle changes ahead, I wanted to leave you with a few inspirational words. I hope you remain steadfast on whatever goals that you have set.
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"Take the first step in faith. You don't have to
see the whole staircase, just take the first step."
~Martin Luther King Jr.
see the whole staircase, just take the first step."
~Martin Luther King Jr.
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"You’ve got to get up every morning with determination if you’re going to go to bed with satisfaction." ~ George Horace Lorimer
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"Each day is a new life. Seize it. Live it."
~David Guy Powers
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"Each day is a new life. Seize it. Live it."
~David Guy Powers
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I adore this retro style outfit!! You look great!! Merry Xmas dear and enjoy your time!!
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What a beautiful outfit, cosy but zingy and bright.
ReplyDeleteI'm not really a Xmas fan, I like to celebrate life in general so it's just another day as far as I'm concerned! Have a happy one! xxx
Your cardigan is very nice!!
ReplyDeleteYou look wonderful doll, love that!! Merry Christmas sweets, I hope you have the best and most beautiful time with all your loved ones!! xx
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays and Lots of Love, my dear :*
ReplyDeleteNicole
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Happy Holidays, gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteLovely quotes and look!
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Happy holidays Madison! I love that sweater!!
ReplyDeleteYou look positively beautiful, Madison! You never cease to amaze me with your outfits - so gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHappy, Happy Holidays, my love!! :)
Don't you look cute! Love the attractive poses. I wish you the best for the holidays.
ReplyDeleteI love the stripes and floral mix - hope you have a wonderful holiday!
ReplyDeleteAh what a wonderful post my dear! I love your outfit, your cardigan looks so cosy and yet so chic with the printed skirt and I love the touch with your hat, perfectly quirky. I also adore the quotes you have posted, all very true and inspiring.
ReplyDeleteWell if I don't speak to you again before, I hope you have a truly wonderful, happy and healthy Christmas!
Take care,
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Happy holidays pretty lady! :)
ReplyDeletexo, Yi-chia
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Thanks love! And yes, a celebration of life in general is always the best. Happy days dear Vix! xx
ReplyDeleteThank you Francesca, and wishing that you enjoy yours as well! xx :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! Have a wonderful and very happy holiday!
ReplyDeleteI will also be casually blogging. And you look so great! I absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that last photo. Happy holidays.
ReplyDeleteThank you Yi-chia! Have a wonderful week dear. /M
ReplyDeleteLove that pretty, print skirt! Nice mixing with that striped sweater too :)
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Happy holidays lady! I never would have thought to pair one of my casual cardi's with a classic skirt like that. I'll be trying this out soon! PS, your make up looks stunning, you are positively glowing in these photos.
ReplyDeleteOh my god you're lovely ! This hat is beautiful on you !
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Hi sweety Thanks for your wonderfully thoughtful comment! The colours in your beautifully layered look are just sublime. Wishing you a very Merry and blessed Christmas!
ReplyDeleteHiya, dear thanks so much! Wishing you a marvellous holiday as well. I will be visiting periodically. Hope you enjoy your time with family. Thanks so much for your lovely comments. xx
ReplyDeleteThank you Cheryl! I hope you enjoy your Christmas dear! xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful look and have a wonderful holiday love!!!
ReplyDeleteI have been casual about my blogging for awhile now--- just too much on my plate! And I don't like to blog when it is too pressurized....
ReplyDeleteAnyways, you look beautiful and I hope you have fantastic holidays!!!!
Madison, I love your outfit! I learn so much from you. When I layer, it doesn't turn out as fab as yours. I love the prints and textures. Your style is such a delight! Have a fabulous holiday Madison. You deserve it girl. ((hug))
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Happy Holidays to you and yours! :) You always look so lovely, no matter what you wear. And I'm especially digging that knitted cardigan!
ReplyDeletethe last photo is my huge favourite and I love the whole outfit a lot. such lovely shades of green :) and what a beautiful weather you have there! wonderful :P
ReplyDeleteenjoy the holidays, Madison!
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Beautiful look!!!!
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You are looking terrifically gorgeous you know, especially in that last picture! Love the snuggly cardy, pretty printed skirt and stunning make up.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you have a lot to look forward to in the new year, love your attitude and that second quote.
Happy holidays dear!
x.o.x.o
Wish you happy holliday and merry christmas, too! :) You are so lovely!!
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Thanks Laura, you're so sweet. Happy holidays! :)
ReplyDeleteHi there, Thanks so much. Eigentlich ich nicht Deutsch gesprochen in eine Weile, Haha! Aber, Ich Kann Lesen Und Schreiben Deutsch besser jetzt, lol! :) Meine Oma ist Deutsch ... Sie Kommt aus München. Familie Meines Vaters ist aus Deutschland, Schweiz, und Ghana. Take care,
ReplyDeleteFrohliches Weihnachten! xx/Madison
Such a pretty skirt!
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Great pics -
ReplyDeleteoutstanding outfit. I love it!!!
Best Regards
Miss Margaret
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Thanks doll! yes, the cardigan is so comfy I just love it! Hope you enjoy your weekend. Have a great holiday. xx/M
ReplyDelete*blushes* Thanks so much Kim, that's such a lovely thing to hear. I'm overwhelmed with gratitude. Wishing you a joyous holiday too! :)
ReplyDeleteThe same to you Sam! xx
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting. :)
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a lovely Christmas! xx
ReplyDeleteGreat colour combination in your cosy cardigan. Wishing you a very happy Christmas and New Year.
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Thanks Miss b. the same to you. xx :)
ReplyDeleteMadison, you look adorable and I hope this weekend finds you enjoying the holiday spirit! It's been so lovely getting to know you through your blog this year.
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Aww, thank you so much dear. Wishing you a wonderful holiday as well. xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful look! I just love your printed skirt and amazing cardigan!
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Your outfit is so cute, and your make up is GORGEOUS! First time visitor, but I'm glad you kept up with the blog, too. Looks like you have a really good thing going on here. And I absolutely love the quotes. Writing them down, actually. Hope you have a great holiday!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much. and welcome to my blog. I hope you enjoy your Christmas! :)
ReplyDeletehappy holidays gorgeous!
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Hope you have an amazing Christmas break. I love the skirt here! So gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteYou look so lovely! I love that
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Thanks mary Jo! It's been great enjoying you and your blog. Happy holidays! :) xx
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Love that sweater! Hope you have a wonderful holiday season!!
ReplyDeletemerry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteoh and I love your skirt! you look fantastic
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Inside and Outside Blog
merry Christmas!
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Another inspiring post. Sending you best Christmas
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Best Regards
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Love your sweater!! Merry Christmas :)
ReplyDeleteThank you! The same to you. :)
ReplyDeleteyou look so beautiful! merry christmas!
ReplyDeleteonly u can make a bowler hat cute! i hope your holidays are wonderful and full of love!
ReplyDeleteGreat outfit, love the skirt!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas dear! Have a great day!
beautiful skirt! :) you look so lovely :)
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Thank you for those inspiring quotes. You words, my dear, are always beautiful as well. Hope you have a happy Christmas and a wonderful new year. I can't wait to see what 2013 has in store for all of us!
ReplyDeleteHello, thanks for your comment dear, I loved your blog!!!!!!! You have a great style, so chic!! I am following you now!!! Happy holidays!
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Thank you Steph! You're so sweet. I hope you're having a joyous Christmas! xx/ Much love, Madison
ReplyDeleteThanks! Welcome to my blog! Have a great Christmas& Happy new year!
ReplyDeleteThat photo with you sitting is so gorgeous Madison. I love your bright and merry yet glam outfit for the holidays. I hope yours was awesome!
ReplyDeleteI love the last photo! You are so pretty! Are you a mix? what is your ethnicity? so pretty! ^_^
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You look amazing and I like the closing quote. Hope you had a great time!xx Coco
ReplyDeleteHi! Thank you. Yes, I am ... German and Ghanaian mostly, amongst a couple of other cultures.
ReplyDeletegreat outfit, love your cardigan! ♥
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