An Eye for Entertaining

Planning events is fairly a newfound talent for me… However, my friends think differently.  After doing a few friend-a-views, I discovered that I apparently had a niche for planning and entertaining that dated back to my early high school years…  Perhaps it was the practicality that I saw in everything…or the fact that I leaned towards purchases that would serve a dual purpose…or maybe that I loved all things beautiful and believed that a Simple Sunday Dinner could be easily converted into a Stunning Sunday Soiree… I am not 100% sure of its origin, but like fashion, I believe that entertaining starts with an eye.

I love to plan and I love to entertain.  Nothing makes me happier than making someone else happy!  Over the past few years, I have planned numerous events… I have carried out countless themes… and I have delivered smiles to many faces… When I look back at some of my earlier events… I cringe!!!! Much like looking back at my 7^th grade photo when I wore hunter green overalls, white Ked’s, a blue striped sweater, unkept bangs and unibrow!  Then I quickly remind myself that time has brought about tremendous growth and change.  How true!  This is also applicable in my event planning and entertaining!  Over time, I have been able to develop my personal style and to incorporate the trends of today’s top party planners…

I don’t have a desire to become a professional event planner nor do I have the desire to do a million parties for the general public… However, I do have a desire to celebrate those in my life first class!  I want to make birthdays, baby showers, anniversaries, retirements, holidays and etcetera a big deal because they are!  Celebrating monumental moments in life are a big deal!  Oprah Winfrey said it best, "The more you praise and celebrate your life; the more there is in life to celebrate."   

I recently styled and planned a baby shower for a church member and dear family friend… The theme started with a cute stuffed bumble bee that I found on clearance in Hobby Lobby for less than $3.  The wheels immediately started turning and I immediately started scouring my home, the stores and the internet for inspiration.  Many of the items that I used to style this {bee} themed shower was already in my possession... I set a very small budget and found some really cute pieces that aided in tying the theme together.  All in all I was in love with the outcome… People are still {buzzing} about the shower… The mother-to-{bee} is still glowing… And the love and compassion that was poured out during our time of fellowship is still {flowing} like {honey}…

 

It’s true… Beauty is in the eye of the {bee}holder… We, who are blessed to possess the {eye}, are responsible for sharing the beauty that we see {in fashion, art, makeup, music and even event planning} with others..

Do you have an {eye}?  How are you showcasing the beauty that you are blessed to {bee}hold?

Until Next Time,

M’Shonta

My Version of a Sarong... It's a Wrap

On the 4th of July I put on my sarong and attempted to take several pictures of me in it (displaying the different styles), but Mr. Falsetto grew a little antsy after the second photo shoot (boo)!

However, on a good note, after watching youtube I was able tie my sarong in at least seven styles that I would definitely wear on vacation or in everday day life.

Here is my first take... The halter neck....

I wanted to add the belt, but I could not find the one that I wanted to use right away.... Maybe I will get to do a Part II really soon :).

Here is the second take... The one shoulder......

I really loved this one... I mean really... but the dress made me look a lot bigger than I am! That's wear the belt would have been handy! LOL!

Overall the sarong was extremely comfortable and is known all around the world as a staple of the wardrobe. {I guess I am a little late getting in on this one.. LOL!}

Here are two great ways to wear what is essentially nothing, but a large piece of fabric. The best part of it is that when travleing it will take up very little room in your suitcase. Take a few sarongs and you won't even need clothes! If you are like me you can use the extra room to bring even more shoes, hand bags and jewelry!

It's a Wrap

A good friend of mine went on a cruise to celebrate her 25th wedding anniversary and brought me back a beautiful sarong as a souvenir!

I absolutely loved it! Here are a few ways that I may consider wearing it...

Look #1- I like this one.... It is very simple and looks like an easy tie to duplicate... I think that this look paired with some cute sandals would be ideal for an outdoor event.

Look #2- This version in the right pattern/fabric can be worn almost anywhere... The belt just adds so much class to it! The only change that I would make would be to add a pair of 4 1/2 inch stilettos :~)!

Look #3- My absolute favo! Nuf said!

I think that I will mosey on over to youtube and see how I can recreate this looks...

Until next time!