I’ve seen this picture of AnnaLynne McCord and Minka Kelly popping up everywhere and other pics just like it…
photo via Fashion Frame
The new trend…or rather an old trend that is new again…knotted shirts.
You can do it with long sleeve, short sleeve and even sleeveless shirts. Pairing is easy…jeans, shorts, long skirts – anything goes.
Is this a look you plan to rock this summer?
Not too much on TV this week…that’s what happens during the summer! But we do have a few things in the lineup. I’m definitely gonna be tuning in for the Crossroads special, how bout you?
This week Lacey picked an outfit worthy of any night on the town…
Lacey said, “This is a great summer shirt that can be worn during the day and can be dressed up and worn on a night on the town.” I agree – you could pair this under a jacket and easily wear it during the day, but it for sure rocks as a night time look.
The jeans Lacey picked are a low rise, boot cut ones that feature ultra dome nail heads and tiger eye nail heads on back yoke, back pockets, and back pocket flaps. Made of 98% cotton and 2% spandex, they are comfortable and keep their shape. “I love the design on these jeans plus I think these jeans go well with this style shirt.”
“The boots are my favorite, they have a chic but rock and roll look that bring the outfit together.” They feature black pigskin leather all over, 9″ tube height, fashion toe, dancer heel, and a fine line outsole. Made with a comfort insole they giv you the best of comfort while still giving that rocker look.
Roper Women’s Sleeveless Tank Top with Nailheads – Black, Rock and Roll Cowgirl Women’s Low Rise Boot Cut Jeans with Tiger Eye Cross Flaps, Dingo Women’s Emma 9″ Harness Boots – Black
Need a gift for dad? All these picks are under $30. Not that I’m saying you shouldn’t spend a million on dad, I know he is worth it…but some of us are on a budget!
This 100% cotton, copper plaid print shirt with two flap snap pockets on the chest, and a traditional snap down front is perfect for just about everyone. Working cowboys – check. Dad’s my day’s age – check. Dad’s my husband’s age – check. Non cowboys – check. Seriously…every and any dad could, and should, rock this shirt.
Panhandle Slim Short Sleeve Saddlewear Plaid Snap Western Shirt – Copper - $27.97 (two other color options available too!)
In the history of father’s day gifts, wallets rank right up there with ties. They are a classic go to gift.
Ariat Men’s Triple Row Stitch Bi-Fold Wallet – Brown - $20.97 (also in black, and in a tri-fold option as well)
Speaking of classic gifts, how about a framed picture?
M&F Western Picture Frame – I Love My Cowboy - $47.97
As the summer heats up, everyone needs a new lid to help stay cool…
Southen Men’s Hat – Charcoal - $19.97
Hope that helped you with your Father’s Day s
Team Cee Lo was this morning, now up…Team Adam. Also known as team “adorable old man sweaters.”
Casey. Miss Casey. I wasn’t a huge fan in the other shows, but she sold me tonight. She looked great. She sounded great. Well done. Win or lose on this show, we will see her again for sure. And she is ROCKING the sparkly dress with boots. Here is the group performance too…
I’m pretty sure she has studded brown ones in that first shot. Like these by Lane, Lane Boots Women’s ‘Stud Rocker’ Cowboy Boots – Brown
In the group shot she has some black ones. I can’t see them up close, but these, Lane Boots Women’s ‘Wild Ginger’ Cowboy Boots – Black, would look great with a sparkly dress…
And I know she wasn’t wearing a white sun dress…but if she owns one, she should get these, Corral Women’s Cowboy Boots with Silver Star Underlay – Black, to pair with it.
Next up was Devon. I was kind of 50/50 on him. If you follow us on Twitter you read my confusion. I was half entertained by him and half uncomfortable. I just didn’t know how to feel. One thing that was said after his performance, by Adam, was that he waned stripped down performances to juxtapose Cee Lo’s big stage shows. I agree..this is The Voice, I like that Adam’s team was all about the vocals and not as mush the spectacle.
Jeff did a great job with the Carrie Underwood song. And he was rocking black boots, which is always a plus. We have lots of black boots, but these, Tony Lama Men’s 3R 11″ Black Shoulder Grain Cowboy Boots – Black Baron Calf, are a hard to top classic. Kind of like his performance…strong, no frills, solid.
Javier was last up. I am 90% sure he was wearing a Dickie’s shirt during rehearsals. If not, it was very similar. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, everyone should own one. As far as his performance – I thought he nailed it. And that brings me to predictions….
Casey is in. I think the audience will pick her. If they don’t, Adam will. Either way, she is in. If the audience does pick Casey, I think Adam will save Jeff. Or Javier. Not Devon. Ok…I have to nail down a guess…here…
Casey picked by Audience, Jeff saved by Adam.
What do you think? Agree? Disagree? Either way, join me for some live
A recap of sorts…
I thought Christina looked amazing last night…well, except that mini braid that was opposite the main braid in her hair. Not sure what was up with that. And if you looked at Cee Lo’s jacket too long your eyes hurt. I was crushing on Adam’s old man sweaters in the rehearsal scene and house scene. Too cute.
Let’s start with the winners from last week…I am 3/4 on predictions. I knew Frenchie and Beverly would make it on, and I hoped that Dia would. I thought Xenia was going home for sure. I got that one wrong. I think Blake made a great choice. He can work with her and help her. I am excited to see her develop more.
Ok. Team Cee Lo…
Tori and Taylor. I thought they looked cute and sounded fine, but it was such a staged performance it was hard to really listen to them. They were fine. Good. But not really a stand out. One of them…Taylor? Tori? Sorry, no idea who. Anyway…in rehearsal she rocked jeggings and boots. You know I love this look.
Levi’s ® 535 ™ Denim Legging – Shooting Star, Dingo Women’s Emma 9″ Harness Boots – Chocolate
Did you see the great Fluer de is necklace Vicci wore? I loved it. Fluer de Lis belong anywhere! As far as her performance, strong. I enjoyed it. Not sure where she sits on my predictions…I have until the end of this post to decide.
Rock and Roll Cowgirl Women’s Heart and Soul Burnout T-Shirt – Blue
Nakia. Really? Dancers with flames? Two different kinds of flame twirling things? Cee Lo really loves to produce a show. He sounded great, lots of emotion, lots of strength – but I was blinded by the fire. I was more mesmerized by the fire than him. If the fire hadn’t been there, I think I would have focused on him more. I guess I am easily distracted. I think he was wearing red shoes? Maybe I am remembering that wrong. Anyway, that song, the fire…he should have had these bad boys on…
Ferrini Men’s Stingray Print Giraffe Print S-Toe – Black/Cream
Oh Curtis…what can I say here. Ok, rehearsals…
I think he looks best in this type look. Really, most guys look adorable n a worn in cap and a good shirt. Try this one..
Panhandle Slim Men’s Saddlewear Long Sleeve Plaid Snap Shirt – Blue
And the performance…
First up…I thought it was a great song choice, but I don’t think he committed to it. It needed a bit more Rock and Roll in it. As far as the dancers…
Rock and Roll Cowgirl Women’s Denim Mini Skirt with Rhinestones and Pocket Flaps – Dark Wash, Rock and Roll Cowgirl Women’s Low Rise Shorts with Rhinestone Flaps
I really have about 20 pairs of boots I could post here, but I will stop with just these, Stetson Women’s Handmade Cowboy Boots with Python Inset – Black.
I thought Curtis is great. I think he is great. I think he has all the makings of a start…but…I think he holds back. And I think he is too worried about staying country and needs to allow himself to let go and branch out. His “country” comes through and will still come through, even if he rocks out.
Predictions: Audience will pick Curtis. Cee Lo will save Nakia. How’s that for specific? I didn’t talk about the group performance…I mean really….do I need to. It was a hot mess. A good, fun, hot mess.
I’ll post about Team Adam later today…predictions and all.
Have you heard of Pistol Annies? They are the new band consisting of Miranda Lambert, Ashley Monroe, and Angaleena Presley. They debuted their new single “Hell on Heels” at the ACM Girls Night Out back in April. Though the entire album isn’t out yet, I can’t wait for it based on this one single alone! It’s now available for download on their site: http://www.pistolannies.com/
Our friend Kristin from Camels and Chocolate is on a road trip. Last week she was in Nebraska and stopped at Carhenge.
Very cool. She won’t make it to Oklahoma on this leg of her trip, but promises to stop by in the Fall when she is back on the road. Even though she isn’t in OK, we thought her journey through the mid-west needed some kick…
TheseAriat Women’s Tombstone Cowboy Boots – Turquoise/Brown Gator Print should work for adding some kick! What do you think? Do you like Kristin’s new kicks? Want some for yourself? This pair, or any pair of Ariat Boots…women’s or men’s…head over to Camels and Chocolate to enter!
This week we have Zoey sharing with us her outfit pick. To me, any great outfit is held together by a strong basic. This black long sleeve shirt by Rockies is just that. Zoey’s vision for this outfit…”I plan on wearing the black snap shirt open with the red tank underneath cinched up by my fabulous belt and denim mini.”
To start, Zoey picked the Lane Boots. “First I love love love these boots!!! And so I tried to match the boot without upstaging them.” And then came the other features…”For me I chose the plain black shirt and the red together give just the right touches without overpowering the awesome boot design. But if the situation called for it you could also substitute the red tank with a black one if you wanted to be a little more subtle.”
This necklace by Kender West features a black cross with crystals. According to Zoey, “The necklace is a simple design with some sparkle appropriate for everyday but also glitters in the dance hall lights.”
Kender West Women’s Rondelle Necklace with Cross – Black, Rockies Women’s Long Sleeve Solid Snap Shirt – Black, Rockies Women’s Rib Knit V-Neck Camisole – Red,Stetson Women’s Stretch Denim Skirt, Lane Boots Women’s ‘Margaret’ Cowboy Boots – Red/Black
Zoey picked the Stetson skirt as a daytime option. For night, she suggests this one by Rock and Roll Cowgirl Denim Mini Skirt with Rhinestones and Pocket Flaps.
