Vendor Spotlight – Dan Post

Did you know that Dan Post encompass more than just that one brand? Under the Dan Post umbrella you will also find John Deere and Dingo.

Dan Post was founded in the mid 60s. Their website touts that their boots are crafted to be comfortable from day one…and they are! I love the simple and classic feel of their boots. They are traditional and easy to wear and style.

This Men’s Franklin 11″ Cowboy Boot tops my list of men’s boots for sure.

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John Deere is also under the Dan Post brand. The boots in this brand are every bit as reliable and rugged as the machinery by the same name. The Men’s lace up and pull on boots will carry you through any job…and the kid’s boots? Have you ever seen anything this cute?

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Dingo also fall under Dan Post. I think in the dictionary right next to James Dean they might have a picture of these Harness Boots. They just ooze cool.

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Dingo was added to their line up in the mid 70s and has been strong ever since. Ankle boots were hot last year and look to be on trend for this year too. Dingo has us covered. These Twisted Sister ones are my favorite.

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Blog love

My reader is filled with blogs that have a country/western spin on them. A few things I spotted recently that caught my eye….

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I love the styling of these Corral boot by Western Glamour. Pairing them with leather pants is unexpected and fun. And the turquois top really helps the boots to pop.

Check out how Urban Country Style is wearing her low boots and boyfriend jeans. I think I might try this look with my Dingo boots.

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Are any of you Horse Show winners? Raquel for Horses and Heels posted a fun round up of what to do with your ribbons.

I love gaining inspiration from these blogs!

Wear It: Bruises

Train and Ashley Monroe teamed up for a fantastic new song called “Bruises”. This is immediately going on my playlist and the video is just as a fantastic. Check it out:

Isn’t it just a great song/message/video? Train has been doing stuff with Martina McBride lately, so it’s nice to see them team up with Pistol Annies own Ashley Monroe. Ashley’s outfit in the video is just perfect in terms of casual chic. I’m going to help you recreate her outfit via Langston’s.

Lucky Brand Women’s Jasmine Lace Cutout Top – White
Lucky Brand Women’s Lil Maggie Flare Jeans – Ol’ Folklore
Corral Women’s Eagle Stitched Distressed Crackle Saddle Boots – Tan
Lucky Brand Women’s Silver Collar Metal Necklace

Don’t you just love the everyday wearability of her outfit? I mean it’s comfy yet elegant looking. As for the men, you can definitely all pull off Pat Monahan’s layered look by putting a basic tee under a button up, pair that with some jeans and some Dingo Harness boots and you are set!

The Voice

Ok folks, I’m filling in for Deb this week on The Voice recap. Are you ready?! This was our first LIVE show. In this two hour episode we heard each member of Team Blake and Team Christina sing. Then America votes and saves 3 members. Of the 3 remaining, Christina and Blake must save ONE person, sending two people home from each team.

I’d like to first go over the judges, before we get to the singers. Blake was handsome as usual. Adam had a buzz-ish hair cut that looks SUPER HOT, if I do say so myself. Cee Lo, I don’t even know what to say, I think Adam said it best in his tweet here. Christina looked pretty conservative this episode. She’s slimmed down since the battle rounds and in one segment was wearing a striped outfit. Well GET YOUR STRIPES right here y’all!

Derek Heart Women's Navy Stripe Tee Shirt - $14.97

Ok, let’s move on to Team Blake: Jermaine Paul, RaeLynn, Charlotte Sometimes, Naia Kete, Erin Willett, and Jordis Unga. Now y’all may disagree with me, but my top 3 were RaeLynn, Jordis Unga and Erin Willett. All three of these ladies rocked it. I do want to cover RaeLynn’s style, girl is SPUNKY. These items seem pretty RaeLynn to me:

Jordis also seems to have a studs and sequins thing going on that I’m totally loving. She was also sporting a fitted jacket during her performance. Here’s a few things I’d pick out for her.

Team Christina consisted of Ashley De La Rosa, Chris Mann, Jesse Campbell, Moses Stone, Lindsay Pavao, and Sera Hill. My heart is definitely with Team Blake, but I do have some favs on Team Christina. My picks from the performances are Lindsey Pavao, Ashley De La Rosa, Jesse Campbell. In addition to her singing, I’m loving Ashley De La Rosa’s outfit! These boots would be a great way to begin duplicating that outfit:

Ok, now I would like to know who your favorites were from each team!!!

UPDATE: From Team Blake, the following are moving on to the next round: Erin Willett (America Saved), Jordis Unga (Blake Saved), RaeLynn (America Saved), Jermaine Paul (America Saved). From Team Christina, the following are moving on to the next round: Chris Mann (America Saved), Lindsay Pavao (America Saved), Jesse Campbell(America Saved), Ashley De La Rosa (Christina Saved).

Did everybody you want move on to the next round? Tell us!!

Wear It: I Just Want to Be With You For Christmas

I thought I’d do a holiday version of Wear It this week! Today I’m going to show you an adorable outfit Katie Armiger is wearing in her “I Just Want to Be With You For Christmas” video. Check it out and then we’ll discuss:

So, basically this outfit entails a plaid tunic-y type of top, a tank underneath, some skinny jeans/jeggings/leggings and some boots. Well, ladies, Langston’s has all these things! Check them out!

Roper Women’s Long Sleeve Plaid Shirt Dress with Floral Print – Black
Witness Women’s Lace Cami
Levi’s ® 524 ™ Women’s Skinny Jeans – Black Pressed
Dingo Women’s Emma 9″ Harness Boots – Black
So what do y’all think? Personally, I think this outfit is TURBO cute! I’d just add a little cropped jacket, scarf and beret like she has in the beginning of the video and BAM, outfit is totally duplicated and maybe even a little cuter if I do say so myself.

Wear It: Remind Me

Since we did a girl outfit last week with Martina McBride’s Teenage Daughters, I thought we’d head on over to the men’s section this week.  

Today we are spotlighting Remind Me, the duet between Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood on Brad’s latest album.  Now, while I’d love to have Carrie’s dress, shoes, earrings and legs (if I’m being honest), we are gonna send the love Brad’s way and deconstruct his outfit.

Dude is workin’ it in those distressed jeans isn’t he?  So here’s how I’d go about it Langston’s style if you will:

Pendleton Men’s Shapeable Western Straw Hat – Tea Stain
Lucky Brand Men’s Triumph Shield T-Shirt – Coal Black
Dude Gear Men’s Leather Necklace with Triple Cross Dog Tag
Levi’s ® 569 ® Men’s Loose Straight Fit Jeans – Reflex
Nocona by M&F Western – Cowboy Prayer Concho Belt – 1.5″ – Black
Dingo Men’s Dean 11″ Harness Boots – Black

So, would you wear this look? We can help you Brad Paisley it up! Now if someone can just tell me how to get those legs like Carrie Underwood, I’d greatly appreciate the help with that one!

Pool Party

I seem to be up before the CMT peeps, they haven’t posted any pics from last night’s episode of Texas Women yet on their site. Never fear, even without the pics from the show, I can help you get that Texas Women look!

Fashion wise, our girl Ali Dee was of course the one to watch since she was doing a photo shoot for her upcoming CD. Hannah did a great job styling her. When that girl wants to be productive, she totally can be. But when she doesn’t…well, matches as Tikki Torches? That was weak. Anyway, back to fashion.

For the photo shoot Ali had 2 looks. One was a western snap shirt inspired dress with almost a bubble skirt on it. Very sweet and country and perfect. She paired it with low boots. To create a similar look on your own, try either the Dingo Women’s Twisted Sister 7″ Belted Boot or the Dingo Women’s Adobe Rose 7″ Boots with Side Zipper.

In this episode Ali also tried to barrel race. Brooke was a very sweet and supportive teacher. I think she could have pushed Ali even further. Looks like under her guidance they could have tried a jog verses just walking. It was hard to get a good look, but I think Ali was wearing jeans with a detailed flap pocket. My pick are these Rock and Roll Cowgirl Women’s Low Rise Boot Cut Jeans with Rhinestone Flaps.

At the pool party Anna rocked a mini similar to this Rock and Roll Cowgirl Women’s Denim Mini Skirt with Rhinestones and Pocket Flaps.

Fashion wise that kind of sums up the episode. We carry a wide variety of items, but swim wear isn’t among them. I do think Anna’s camo/floral bikini was great. It totally fits her personality.  Overall it was a sweet episode. Brooke was a doll teaching Ali to race, Hannah was sweet helping out for the party – well, not at first, but in the end she was. Anna was a sweet hostess and Ali was sweet bringing the girls a Slip in Slide as a housewarming gift. Everyone was sweet and nice this week. No major drama.

Ooops, I almost forgot the best scene….when Anna is in the hunting blind and her friend is telling her to be quiet and that “this is why women aren’t allowed in the blinds” and then he knocks over a shell and makes a bunch of noise. LOL. Next time she hunts, Anna needs to rock these Justin Women’s Camouflage Cowboy Boots.

See you guys next week for more Texas Women.

Employee Pick – Week 16

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

Agree or Disagree?

Did you guys watch The Voice last night? I am kind of on the fence about some of the decisions. I would have picked Tarralyn over Frenchie I think. And I know I would have picked Tyler over Patrick. I trust Blake and Reba…but I am not too sure about that decision. How about you? I think Patrick can sing a great Country tune…but I thought Tyler was interesting and had a great range of vocals. Would have been cool to see how Reba and Blake would have worked with him. Anyway, enough of my griping. I did agree with the other two picks, Vicci and Casey.

I did have a few fashion questions…like the puffy tail thing that Niki wore? I am not too sure about that. Patrick sounded great, but I think we could up his style vibe. How abouy this shirt for his next performance?

I think the lighter color would look great against the darker stage and background, and the detailing would look good on close ups. The contrast of the sleeves is some added interest to set the shirt apart and make it different. Rock and Roll Cowboy Men’s Long Sleeve Dip Dyed Snap Shirt with Embroidery – Dark Grey

Vicci needs to rock these Dingo boots for her next performance…I think they totally fit her style.

Dingo Women’s Metro 7″ Zipper Harness Boots – Chocolate

What did you guys think of the show? Agree or Disagree with the coaches? And how about Blake’s new video???