Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Relax, Refresh, Renew



There is something universally flattering about a hi low dress that I love.  A flattering cut and a dose of animal print equals sassy and flirty. This dress is perfect for the warm summer days and sexy for those sizzling nights. When I saw this dress it reminded me of the vibrant blues and greens that I have seen in Versace collections and those colors remind me of the ocean. I recently spent some time at the shore and found this dress the perfect balance between trendy and sophisticated. Casual and dressy. I even kicked off my shoes and enjoyed the ocean view up close and personal from the perfect vantage point. A cove.

 Dress: 2B, Cuffs: F-21, Shoes: Private Boutique, Ring: Thrifted, Inner Glow: GOD



I didn't realize I needed refreshing until I felt the mist of the ocean breeze on my face. My favorite hi low dress in a hue of sea greens and blues was perfect for some time  at the ocean to renew and refresh my spirit.



The colors I am wearing are very symbolic. Blue represents calm peace and serenity. Green represents renewal , well-being and life. Together these colors are amazing visually and metaphorically


 


I still feel small when I stand beside the ocean



Be Transformed by the renewing of your mind - Romans 12:2
Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away


 Does a sassy dress put a little more bounce in your step?


What if you could see yourself the way God sees you?


The beach is my safe place. I go to relax, to think and to be refreshed. What is your safe place? What relaxes and refreshes you?




Inhale peace, exhale JOY! Have an amazing day!

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74 comments:

  1. Mariely CrowneJuly 31, 2012 at 11:37 AM

    love the inspirational quotes and the dress is beautiful!
    xo
    www.stylegod7.blogspot.com

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  2. DAFASHIONFREAKJuly 31, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    Lovely hi-lo dress. You just look amazing!
    And you inspire me with the quotes.

    *hugs*
    -Maudleen
    www.dafashionfreak.blogspot.com

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  3. JoyfulJuly 31, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    I LOVE everything about the dress for a perfect summer vacay. You look stunning. The colour and print suits you.

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  4. Style4CurvesJuly 31, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    OWWWWWWWWWWWW this look is IT!

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  5. PRIYANKA DHIRJuly 31, 2012 at 12:26 PM

    that dress is so pretty n love ur shoes!!! :)
    how about following each other?
    im following u on gfc n liked ur facebook page also :)
    hope u folow me back n like my page too
    xx
    priyanka
    www.fshn4us.blogspot.in

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  6. UnknownJuly 31, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    Fabulousness, great photos <3

    Tye
    http://www.lagelledailydose.blogspot.com

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  7. UnknownJuly 31, 2012 at 12:55 PM

    you look like a goddess. stunning dress!
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  8. ~Jeimy~July 31, 2012 at 1:19 PM

    these pictures are amazing I love the dress it makes me want to be at a beach some where you look fabulous!

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  9. UnknownJuly 31, 2012 at 1:24 PM

    Pretty dress!

    xo
    Melissa

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  10. citizen rosebudJuly 31, 2012 at 1:55 PM

    Good lord you are 6 ways to gorgeous! I love everything about this post- the sand, the surf, the dress, the you!

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  11. Frannie PantzJuly 31, 2012 at 1:57 PM

    You are such a beautiful person--inside and out LV. I love your revival files here. And your dress is just gorgeous on you--a gorgeous color and cut. I always feel small next to our mountains (we don't have an ocean here :-( ). Isn't it amazing to think about? I hope you are taking all of the beauty of you and your surroundings in at this moment.

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  12. Selvaggia CapizziJuly 31, 2012 at 3:11 PM

    I love your hair like that!!! And that dress....ooooooh!
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  13. kitaJuly 31, 2012 at 3:31 PM

    Love that dress its something about water that calms you.

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  14. This is LNJuly 31, 2012 at 3:36 PM

    Thanks for your sweet comment on my blog beautiful! This post is so inspiring & beautiful!
    Love your blog, following you via GFC & BLOGLOVIN', would love for you to follow back!
    Keep in touch! xx

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  15. UnknownJuly 31, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    Your outfits and word of encouragement are always wonderful!! Love the pictures!!



    Carsedra of:

    http://www.embracingtherealme.com/

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  16. TeemsJuly 31, 2012 at 4:48 PM

    Beautiful. I love that last shot. Green is one of my favorite colors. I also just bought a high-low skirt too!

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  17. Justme_KellieJuly 31, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    Beautiful post and beautiful dress. It is reminiscent of Versace.
    I have been drawn to green this year and I do feel that I am definitely in a period of renewal. Now to work on relaxing and calming the mind.

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  18. AnonymousJuly 31, 2012 at 5:48 PM

    Cute dress!

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  19. Lina's StyleJuly 31, 2012 at 6:54 PM

    Beautiful photos, looking very stylish!!

    http://linastyle.blogspot.com/

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  20. BonnieJuly 31, 2012 at 7:26 PM

    Yay, we are high-low dress twinkies! :) I love the design on your dress. Of course, your shoes are fabulous, too!

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  21. Style, She WroteJuly 31, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    Gorgeous look, gorgeous scenery! Well done! Hope you had a fab day, too. xo style, she wrote

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  22. Prisla BuahJuly 31, 2012 at 9:36 PM

    That dress is to die for love it

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  23. UnknownJuly 31, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    Lady you're rocking this dress!!! Absolutely stunning the photos are breathtaking.

    PS. Following on FB now. Can't believe I wasn't


    <3 Marina
    Fashion.MakeUp.LifeStyle

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  24. kerrinJuly 31, 2012 at 10:07 PM

    thanks for the comment girlie! beautiful pictures, let's follow each other ! xx

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  25. angiejenkins2011July 31, 2012 at 10:20 PM

    This dress is too fly! Your photos have such a high fashion editorial look and feel. You look stunning and your words are so inspirational and positive. Beautiful inside and out.

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  26. UnknownAugust 1, 2012 at 1:16 AM

    what a perfectly glamorous beach look! very beautiful look with those golden jewellery :)
    would you like to follow each other?
    A
    xx
    epiquemoi.blogspot.com

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  27. Couture CarrieAugust 1, 2012 at 3:14 AM

    Beautiful and inspiring post, darling!
    You look amazing!
    Love this whole look, especially the double cuffs.

    xoxox,
    CC

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  28. Dark Blue StripesAugust 1, 2012 at 3:24 AM

    Love the colour of your heels.

    Christie x

    Dark Blue Stripes

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  29. MIRTEAugust 1, 2012 at 3:38 AM

    SUch nice bracelets! Love them! Great dress!

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  30. Mi AntunesAugust 1, 2012 at 4:09 AM

    Very nice print!!!
    xx
    www.blazereblush.com

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  31. Charles RavndalAugust 1, 2012 at 4:42 AM

    You're such a beauty and I love print on your dress! Fabulous!

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  32. UnknownAugust 1, 2012 at 5:06 AM

    you look stunning! that high low hem dress is amazing! love the colours!

    http://myheadandwardrobe.blogspot.co.uk/

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  33. paulinaAugust 1, 2012 at 5:53 AM

    the beautiful dress and the jewellery, I adore your hair;)

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  34. Elsa de DiegoAugust 1, 2012 at 7:01 AM

    Darling! Your blog is amazing! Love the way you combine your beautiful pics and inspirational quotes. Very powerful! Let's keep in touch! xoxo

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  35. RebeccaAugust 1, 2012 at 7:55 AM

    Incredible high low dress! Great pattern and color! Fabulous shoes!

    Rebecca

    www.winnipegstyle.ca

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  36. The Dainty Dolls HouseAugust 1, 2012 at 8:52 AM

    You are a stunner...love the colours of your dress, they are my favourites. I love being by the water, it's always relaxing and mind renewing!! Hope you're having a gorgeous day xx

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  37. LINDAAugust 1, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    Amazing! xoxo

    Linda from www.moonon.com

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  38. NancieAugust 1, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    looking good, love the heels.x
    NANCIEMWAI.COM

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  39. UnknownAugust 1, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    I love this dress! Your hair is gorgeous!

    www.daisyraeboutique.com
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  40. RichLittlePoorGirlAugust 1, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    beautiful! these colors look amazingggg on you!!!

    love your blog - lets follow each other ;)

    xxo!

    www.richlittle-poorgirl.blogspot.com

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  41. teresweetstyleAugust 1, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    incredible incredible dress honey, you are so nice!

    xx

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  42. JustPatienceAugust 1, 2012 at 3:10 PM

    You look amazing LV. The dress and the jewels are gorgeous.

    www.justpatience.com

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  43. LIGIA from ELCOFREAugust 1, 2012 at 4:04 PM

    lovely photos!!!!

    would you like to follow each other?
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  44. LA Lynn'sAugust 1, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    Such a beautiful post for a beautiful lady!!!!!

    Xoxo
    Lynn

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  45. AnonymousAugust 1, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    So glad you commented on my blog so I could discover yours! You have amazing taste and look simply gorgeous!

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  46. C.D. Beatrice ClayAugust 1, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    Gorgey! I love the ocean too! I feel so small and loved when I am staring out at the sea! God is amazing. Very nice refreshing post. I really like I mix fashion and faith so seamlessly! Keep sharing!

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  47. Chic TherapyAugust 1, 2012 at 6:07 PM

    so pretty

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  48. Julie Khuu | Haute KhuutureAugust 1, 2012 at 7:37 PM

    Hot diggity dang mama, you're looking fresh to death and supaFLY!!! Love the dress, the location, that gorgeous smile...EVERYTHING! Especially digging the new layout...makes these bright, bold posts jump from the page. Fabulous move!

    xo-Julie
    Peace. Love. LOL!

    Haute Khuuture Blog

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  49. Morgan BrooksAugust 1, 2012 at 8:55 PM

    You have stunning skin and this outfit is presh on you!
    It would mean the world to me, if you could give me your thoughts on my latest post.
    XOXO
    Morgan
    http://thesocialboutique.blogspot.com

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  50. Popcorn, Pugs & PeoniesAugust 1, 2012 at 10:26 PM

    Those colors look amazing on you. I agree, a high low dress is very universally flattering.

    *Erin

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  51. UnknownAugust 1, 2012 at 10:42 PM

    You have lovely style & a cool blog! I like your cool & effortless outfit..you look great!

    now following..

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  52. AnonymousAugust 1, 2012 at 11:00 PM

    Love!!!!! This!!!! You always have the best shots & pics!

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  53. #ChiffonAugust 1, 2012 at 11:03 PM

    I am all about this trend. I feel so elegant and chic in it. I enjoyed your post!

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  54. EviAugust 2, 2012 at 12:20 AM

    Love the dress and the heels! Well done! Really stylish!

    Would you like to follow each other?

    Evi xoxo

    The Notebook of a Fashion Lover

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  55. UnknownAugust 2, 2012 at 4:23 AM

    I love the hi-low hem dresses. This dress is gorgeous, and the colors are perfection on you. Your skin looks amazing!!

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  56. Frugal Flirty N FabAugust 2, 2012 at 5:34 AM

    WOW! Luv it! The dress, the shoes, the fab photos! Luv it!

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  57. Jenna HughesAugust 2, 2012 at 9:48 AM

    great color!

    http://underthefluorescents.blogspot.com/

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  58. TestAugust 2, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    I love that you chose to do the photos by the ocean... Very pretty!

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  59. DonAugust 2, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    Nice pics. Love the beach flow.

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  60. Elle SeesAugust 2, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    Those colors on you...just love

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  61. Sarah HartleyAugust 2, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    Wow, that dress looks AMAZING on you. Gorgeous colors and I love the flow.

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  62. JeedaAugust 2, 2012 at 3:41 PM

    Love it LV! Just lookin' at your pics made me "wooosah"...lol no, but seriously Lake Michigan always clears my head. I'm deathly afraid of large bodies of water but don't know what I'd do if I didn't have a beach to go and ponder, anywho beautiful pictures!
    www.swoonblog.com

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  63. ValAugust 2, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    WOW - you are beautiful and that dress is gorgeous.

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  64. Choc Chip Uru @ Go Bake YourselfAugust 2, 2012 at 4:18 PM

    You look perectly rejuvenated my friend with an amazing sense of style too :D

    Cheers
    Choc Chip Uru

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  65. EmmylouAugust 2, 2012 at 7:10 PM

    This is one of my fave looks of yours, LV:) You look so happy and relaxed too!

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  66. ericaAugust 3, 2012 at 6:34 AM

    wow this outfit is gorgeous. I love how you always pair colors and your accessories are gorgeous. xo

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  67. UnknownAugust 3, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    you look like a goddess. you're stunning!!!

    have a great wknd!



    jasmine
    ADAM ❤ ALEX Mommy

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  68. Oh to Be a MuseAugust 3, 2012 at 11:19 AM

    This dress is a beauty. I'm going to have to buy those F21 cuffs...they are hot!

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  69. AshleyAugust 3, 2012 at 6:00 PM

    Wow!! You look amazing!! Love and adore that dress :)

    XoXo,
    Ashley
    ASassyWoman.Com

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  70. parfumsAugust 4, 2012 at 12:17 PM

    Wow, so pretty, beautiful outfit and so lovely pics.
    Parfum pas cher

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  71. UnknownAugust 4, 2012 at 2:17 PM

    I haven't really been sold on high-low dresses...until now. This is honestly the most beautiful ones I've seen. I like the dramatic difference in the height of the hemline and the colours/print are gorgeous. You look radiant in it.

    I find being somewhere in nature where there is no one in sight very peaceful. Our city is good for that as you can sometimes find those kinds of places.

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  72. AllisonAugust 5, 2012 at 11:34 AM

    I love the color of your shoes! And your bracelets are so pretty! I would love for you to visit my blog sometime!!
    :)
    Allison
    A's Fashion Files

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  73. UnknownAugust 5, 2012 at 9:04 PM

    That dress is gorgeous!! I love the cuffs and your new hair style!
    Shasie of Live Life in Style

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  74. EboniAugust 6, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    Ooh! HOT mama!! Love that dress.

    Hugs,
    Eboni

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Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts. Have an amazing Day!