A piece of history first… car·di·gan /ˈkärdəɡən/ noun: cardigan; plural noun: cardigans a knitted sweater fastening down the front, typically with long sleeves. Origin: mid 19th century (Crimean War): named after James Thomas Brudenel, 7th Earl of Cardigan (1797–1868), leader of the Charge of the Light Brigade, whose troops first wore such garments. ________________________________________________________________ Moving on… A…
Wearing white after Labor Day??
The “rule” you can’t wear white after Labor Day had its beginnings around the 1900s when there was a dress code, especially for women, that would make them stand out in society. Memorial Day was the beginning of summer and Labor Day was the end of the season. The first Monday of September became a…
Shop Budget Friendly Fall Decor
It’s fall time and just about every store you walk into will have a seasonal decor on display. Will you be that person who buys something just because it looks pretty on the shelf? I have to admit and I hate that I’m admitting this but I am one of those people too. I say…