WISHING OUR READERS A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS.
It is indeed the most wonderful time of the year, and I hope you are taking advantage of the Christmas sales and deals out there. I am still doing my Christmas shopping, and because it is something I enjoy, I am not in a hurry to finish. I guess I get carried away with the Christmas jingle bells while shopping, LOL. Are you stressed out from deciding on what to buy, or are you one of those with a long list of recipients, and affordability is a source of concern? Shopping for the perfect gift doesn’t have to be stressful, so please put on a smile. Here are some last minute gift ideas:
- A coffee or tea mug,
- Jewellery/accessories
- A box of her favorite chocolate
- Beauty boosters/favorite perfume
- Gift card from favorite store
- Purse/scarf/bracelet/
- Unusual surprises.
I hope any of these ideas can be helpful to you… Ladies, I am sure you all agree with me when I say Christmas gifts tucked under the tree brings some splendor into the room. It’s always a beautiful and colorful sight, and is even more fun with the kids opening their gifts with so much excitement.
EMBRACING CHRISTMAS IN A BODYCON CAPE DRESS
As much as I love dressing up, winter does create a huge challenge: too cold outside and warm inside. What do I wear to keep warm but not sweaty? How do I look chic and keep warm at the same time? This is a common problem amongst women. The simple answer is, get a perfect warm winter coat and you can just about wear anything underneath to your cocktails, dinner parties or other functions. If you live in Toronto, Canada, you don’t need me to emphasize on this, as the winter here can be extremely cold, in addition to the frequent snowstorms.
As a fashion blogger and fashion enthusiast, my primary goal is to always find the “fabulous for less” for you, my readers, however, sometimes, my only focus has to be on trends and not necessarily on price, but I do this in anticipation of you finding the showcased piece at your preferred fashion store. I hope you can appreciate that and thanks for your understanding.
A minimalist look can also be dramatic, and this sleeveless cape dress says it all. I spotted this silhouette at Melanie Lyne in November and I couldn’t resist trying it on. The dress is just perfect for a Christmas dinner. The bold cape at the shoulders is everything. Talk about drama and simplicity, and you know you have made the right choice. I love, love, love it. It is a perfect evening or day dress for this holiday season. I choose fabulous and I chose right with this one. This dress will look amazing on anyone. The cape is big enough to hide our arms and the black color even makes it more structured, if you know what I mean, ladies. You can never go wrong with black. From simple to statement dress, you are sure to make an entrance and never be forgotten with this look. Coco Chanel once said “Dress shabbily and they remember the dress; dress impeccably and they remember the woman.” Don’t we all want to be remembered? I am sure we do. I paired it up with black patent pumps. I chose black because I wanted to keep that minimalist look, however, any color of pump will do just fine. Going out in the cold? High knee boot will be amazing in this mini piece. Strap on an evening purse, and you are set for your Christmas party. Gorgeous isn’t it? Tell us your thoughts on cape trend, Yay or Nay? Yah for me, as you can see I am rocking mine. Merry Christmas, and thanks for stopping by.

It’s all about burgundy lately!!!

My burgundy crush for Christmas. My daughter and I at Yorkdale shopping Centre.
SHOP THE LOOK!!!
Body structured cape dress : Melanie Lyne
Black pumps: Christian Louboutin
Purse: Gucci
Neckpiece Choker: Melanie Lyne
Similar look from The bay, BCBG, Bebe & Marshalls.
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This is so refreshing. Glad to have you back on this platform. You look gorgeous as always and your daughter is even more gorgeous. She is a damsel. Beautiful family and a very lovely home. Your burgundy crush rocks. You never stop to amaze me. I still have last minute shopping too. Merry Christmas to the queen of Glam.
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You so rock wella. Beautiful post and beautiful pictures
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Very beautiful to the queen of Glam herself. You look fabulous. Merry Christmas to you too
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So fabulous my queen of glam. I love the cape dress, is very trending and your shoes are amazing. Like the idea of fruit bowl. It shows that you have a beautiful heart and willing to give to others. You are amazing. Please keep it coming. I love coming to your blog. Merry Christmas my classy lady.
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Lovely post. Beautiful home. Same to you and your beautiful family
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Your daughter is so beautiful. God bless you both. Merry Christmas.
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Loving the burgundy!!! And the choker Olalla
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A very beautiful post and thanks for the gift ideas. I didn’t even remember to get gift cards, lol. I agree with you. I like to be remembered too. Who doesn’t? make entrance? ofcourse… You are such a diva. love your style. Stay fabulous. Merry Christmas to you and thanks for the inspiration.
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Diva all the way even with the bowl of fruits, you are still a diva. love you.
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This is what I call fabulous. Living life on a fabulous lane. Beautiful and classy lady, Born Niger. Proud of you sister.
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Glamorous lady. Merry Christmas and thank you for sharing. I like your website
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Merry Christmas beautiful. Lovely home. I love your tea sets and tea cart. I am a tea addict too, lol. those shoes are wicked. You rocked it well. Thanks for the inspiration as always
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I am so loving the cape dress as it’s not only stylish but classy. You are indeed the queen of glam. Thanks for the gift ideas, I normally start my Christmas shopping early but because I went on holiday and came back early December, it was a bit of a struggle and all I did was to get gift cards for most of my family and friends which saved me a lot of time.
I loved the fact that you can wear this dress with a knee length boot as well as heels as you will also look stunning too.
Keep them coming my queen as you inspire me a lot.
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Merry Christmas Diva. You look so fabulous. Rock top
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Nice to see you again. Beautiful post. I love the dress, suits your body. beautiful home. love your interior. Glamorous all the way darling.
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I would like to make an entrance too… Divalivcious austa baby. You rock solid. So much inspiration just from reading your blog posts. I love your positive spirit and energy. it’s priceless. I am always happy to see you. Never a dull moment. Merry Christmas Diva. Your daughter is so beautiful. Get her to model for you too.
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I would like to make an entrance too… Divalivcious austa baby. You rock solid. So much inspiration just from reading your blog posts. I love your positive spirit and energy. it’s priceless. I am always happy to see you. Never a dull moment. Merry Christmas Diva. Your daughter is so beautiful. Get her to model for you too.
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same to you my beautiful queen. Remain glamorous and blessed
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The dress is beautiful. Simple with a little drama. I life the fact it will cover my arms. I am with you on that lol. Everything is glamorous. Lovely background. It looks like a movie set. Beautiful choice. Hugs to your daughter. Very beautiful girl.
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Just fabulous
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Christmas doesn’t get better than this. You are amazing. I admire you. You have so much to be proud of. God bless you.
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Melanie Lyne is one of my favorite shops. They have sizes for almost everyone. Great post.
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I am so crushing for burgundy right now. love it. the short is the bomb. You are so classy. Your fur neckpiece is glamorous. You always look stunning.
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I want the whole look, the short hair and the burgundy look is fabulous. Love you girl.
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This is class. keep it coming
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Can I model for you? lol I am enjoying every moment. Beautiful write-up. The shoes are beautiful. Everything on point. Beautiful home too.
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Wow! Wow!! Wow !!!! You look absolutely stunning. You rock everything so well dear. The write up so on point and informative. Thanks for the ideas.
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My gorgeouslyGawwwwGesssss GLAMzDiVa, keep doing your thing, lovey! Here’s to a Blessed and Merry CHRISTmas and a most Happy, Healthy & Prosperous 2017!
Cheers🥂 😘🎄🍾🥂❤😘
~JNC
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Stunning n classy always ….💜💜💜💜
Seasons greetings babe..
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you rock gorgeous darling. Beautiful and inspirational post. well done
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lovely post. fabulous
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our queen diva
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Those shoes are wicked. The dress is super beautiful. I love black too. love you girl
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Very lovely home. Beautiful tea set. You are really glamorous both in and out. Keep inspiring us.
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Beautiful blog post, keep it coming our queen of glam
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Happy holidays to the glam queen herself. Cape dresses are in and they rock. I need to get one myself. great job darling. Thanks for the inspiration
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Hey fabulous! I hope you had a good one. Happy new year and I look forward to your amazing 2017 looks.
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