Kiyonna Limited Edition Radiant Lace Dress in Jade Shimmer Review.

Today, I am reviewing the Kiyonna Limited Edition Radiant Lace Dress in Jade Shimmer.  A lovely, shimmery lace dress perfect for casual or special occasion wear.

 The Kiyonna Limited Edition Radiant Lace Dress is made of a soft polyester spandex blend with mesh lining the neckline.  The material is soft, shimmery and has a nice stretch to it.  The dress is an A-line cut that is designed to hug your curves beautifully.  The lace is gorgeous floral pattern that is sophisticated and timeless with shimmer to add a bit of glitz.  The jade color is a lovely for accessorizing, here I wore vintage red accents for the Christmas season but I can see this dress being worn in the spring with floral accessories and pink accents.

Photography: Renee Ricket Photography.
Dress: Limited Edition Radiant Lace Dress in Jade Shimmer in Size 1X.  Dress courtesy of Kiyonna.

The illusion bustline is a fabulous feature, the bodice is lined with nude mesh for modesty and to camouflage your bra straps.  In my opinion, nothing ruins a lovely lace gown worse than visible bra straps and a strapless bra is not always a practical option for us busty gals.  I am extremely pleased with this particular part of the design, it shows that Kiyonna really put extra effort into creating wearable pieces!

The dress has a graceful shape, nipping in at the waist with gathered material then belling out into a pretty and swirly full skirt.  I am wearing size 1x, which translates to a 14/16. Kiyonna sizing is generous, I usually order a size down from my normal 18/20, but knowing your measurements is the true key to getting proper fit!  The length is great on me, at 5'3" tall, the dress hits me at mid calf.  I really love wearing this dress!  The Limited Edition Radiant Lace Dress is comfortable, modest, figure flattering and classy!  I wore it on stage singing for our church Christmas service and recieved many sweet compliments.  Kiyonna clothing designs flatter the figure while providing classic pieces that will be staples in your wardrobe for many years to come.  Which Kiyonna dress would you most like in your wardrobe?

Wishful Wednesday Winter Wonderland!

Wishful Wednesday is back after a long hiatus!!!  I have been so busy working, doing family things, reviewing and shooting that I've sadly neglected my Wishful Wednesday blogs but no more!!  

  

I love the holidays!  Winter in Michigan brings it's own unique beauty and the Christmas season with brightly colored lights, sparkly tinsel, vintage decorations and activities with loved ones is my favorite holiday of the year!  This week's Wishful Wednesday is my favorite Winter or Christmas themed pieces for tons of interchangeable wardrobe fun whether it's a casual gathering or a dinner party, the pieces will have you outfitted in style!

1.  Bernie Dexter Veronique Dress in Winter Wonderland Print  

Bernie Dexter's Veronique in Winter Wonderland Print is classic. It features a fitted bodice with flattering pleated shoulder details, belted waist and a full skirt with hidden lipstick pockets.  The print is magical, like stepping into a Thomas Kinkade painting, it evokes a dream of snowy serenity.  Veronique in Winter Wonderland Print is an enchanting fantasy dress!

2.  Lindy Bop Renee Green Alpine Print Twin Set

 I love Lindy Bop's new Alpine themed print and the Renee Twin Set is my favorite of the new items they have available in this print.  The Renee Twin Set features a Sleeveless Dress with sweetheart neckline, gathered straps and a full pleated swing skirt; and a matching cropped cap sleeve jacket in complimenting print.  Renee is versatile because each piece is lovely separately but they can also be paired with other items for unlimited potential!

3. Lindy Bop Humphrey Red Knitted Cardigan

  This adorable 1940's inspired Intarsia cardigan features contrast placket with embroidered flower detail, gathered shoulders, long sleeves and button down front.  I would love to wear this cozy cardigan over a dress or paired with a shirt and skirt.  Humphrey is the perfect retro styled cardi!

4.  Hell Bunny Noelle Dress

The Noelle dress from Hell Bunny is a Pin-up perfect cotton frock in a frosty blue winter print with a retro silhouette evocative of mid-century styles. Powdered with snow, the short sleeved sweetheart bodice features princess seaming to the natural waist where a removable white contrast belt nips and cinches into a tightly gathered circle skirt that gracefully falls just below the knee. A festive scene featuring foxes, fawns and birds frolicking around the hem, Noelle is whimsical with pine boughs and woodland creatures, sure to bring a smile to anyone who sees!

5. Folter  Holiday Leaves Dress

A sweet retro styled frock featuring a fitted bodice and full swing style skirt with pockets.  The Holiday Leaves vintage print is festive with birds, acorns, pine branches, holly, Christmas ornaments and presents.  Worn with a cardigan and tights this dress is sure to be a winter wardrobe favorite because of the unique pretty print!

6. Vendula Snowflake Mini Purse

Vendula's Snowflake Mini Purse is great as a purse or mini evening bag.  Silver vegan friendly leather with appliqued snowflake design and a double chain strap make this the perfect compliment to carry with any winter ensemble.

7. Viva La Lux Snowman Confetti Sparkling Brooch

 This fabulous handmade 1940's-50's style Snowman Brooch is covered in Confetti with a sparky top hat!! This is a classic statement piece of jewellery which has been lovingly created to get the most authentic looking finish possible.  Winter in Michigan lasts give or take about five months, so having a Snowman Brooch in my collection would mean months of possibilities!

8.  Erstwilder Tis the Season Resin Brooch

Erstwilder does it again with their latest Holiday themed range.  This adorable ornamented Christmas Tree made from layered resin reminds me of the quirky cute bottle brush trees my Grandmother used to scatter around.  Tis the Season is sold out at the moment but keep your eyes out and you may be able to add this beauty to your collection!

9. Funky Lazer Glitter Reindeer Necklace

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, You'll go down in history!!  Everyone loves the tale of the Red Nosed Rudolph which has become a Christmas classic our family enjoys watching every year.  This sparkly and bright shiny red Glitter Reindeer Necklace from Funky Lazer will let you take Rudolph with you to your holiday parties and he can lead you to Christmas cheer!!

10.  Irregular Choice Rudy Heels

Embrace the magic of the festive season with Rudy, featuring everyone's favorite red nosed reindeer and a unique handpainted Santa heel.  These cuties will have you Christmas party ready in the (saint) nick of time!  Fun to wear with dresses or jeans, Rudy is the perfect statement for the holiday season!

Do not forget to visit Facebook and Instagram for more fun and your chance to win a Rosita Bonita Mermaid Choker!!  Happy Holidays!

Lux Leather!! Rosita Bonita Review and Mermaid Choker Giveaway!

Christmas is almost here and all the magic of the season is upon us!!  Christmas is my favorite holiday so I may go a bit overboard but the wonder of bright lights, tuneful carols and familiar decorations always brings to mind happy memories and each year we are blessed to make more!!  I have been busy getting our home ready for the holidays and planning all of the events that come with this very busy time of year.  Christmas decorations are adorning each room of our home.  I cherish each piece of our Christmas collection that includes pieces my husband and I have purchased in our 17 year marriage, inherited antiques from our Parents and Grandparents plus each year we try to add something new and unique to our collection.  I have many fond childhood memories that involve Christmas decor and I have been seeking certain items with special meaning for my collection, this year we are on the hunt for a 1970's era Ceramic Christmas Tree.  One of my Grandmothers had one and I will always remember the magical feeling I had every year seeing the glorious glow of it's brightly colored bulbs lighting the night when I was a little girl.  We have a six foot Christmas tree and I also put up the three foot 1960's era Aluminum Silver Pom Pom Tree that my Grandmother gave me as a teen.  I love having a variety of Christmas decor and have rather eclectic taste.  I will be blogging on some of my fun vintage Christmas Collection next week!

I will be posting lots of great reviews and blogs in the next couple weeks to help you with your Christmas gift shopping ideas!  Women LOVE accessories and finding truly unique items that suit their individual style.  I believe that fashion is a way to communicate your inner personality in an unspoken manner so accessories are a must!  I am always on the lookout for new and interesting pieces to add to my wardrobe.  A beautiful and unique piece of jewelry is always a fabulous idea for that special lady on your Christmas list!

  Rosita Bonita is the glamorous alter ego of London Designer Rowenna Harrison.  Her accessories are a fantasy of past times and faraway lands encompassing icons of folklore, myth & legend. The delicate drawings of ripe fruits, blooming flowers and feasting hummingbirds in the Rosita Bonita Orchard collection caught my eye and I was smitten, I am a fool for nature.  With an artist's great imagination, Rosita Bonita creates incredible printed leather statement jewellery.  Each piece of Rosita Bonita leather jewellery is handcrafted in their East London studio. Original illustrations are screen-printed or foil-embossed onto fine leathers and carefully assembled into unique, collectible treasures.  Rosita Bonita was kind enough to send me some items to review as well as a beautiful choker to giveaway to my readers! 


Rosita Bonita's items are even more gorgeous in person!!  Made of soft sturdy leather (with that delightful leather smell!!), bold crisp colors and brilliant gold embossing make these eye catching and amazing to behold as well as unique.   My personal favorite is the Sacred Heart Pendant.  A soft padded leather heart, framed by a shiny gold foil-embossed leather starburst, backed with firm saddlery leather & hanging from golden chain.  The Sacred Heart Pendant, is inspired by colorful Catholic iconography & Mexican Milagros, signifying passion & devotion. These charms are believed to offer protection & bring good luck, but are also a perfect expression of love.

 Perfect to accessorize a number of looks, I have worn my Sacred Heart Pendant with a lace dress for church and I have paired it with a Beatles tee and jeans, it is neutral and classic!

 I chose to showcase the necklace in these photos.  The Sacred Heart to me is a perfect symbol of the love we feel in the Christmas season.

 Photos: Kevin Herzog.  Hair: Alyx Wiltse.  Makeup: Briana Herzog.  Necklace: Sacred Heart Pendant courtesy of Rosita Bonita.  Vintage Fur Wrap  Dress: (not seen) Hell Bunny

Warm feelings, family, friends and the absolute joy of sharing with one another.  I chose to keep things simple in a vintage fur wrap, a strapless dress and a handmade poinsettia fascinator so the heart could shine as the center of the outfit. 

Then we have the bright Jack O'Lantern Earrings which I wore during the Halloween and Fall season.  Here I am wearing them on an outing to Grandpa's Pumpkin Patch.

Photos: Krystina McNamara.  Earrings: Jack O'Lanterns courtesy of Rosita Bonita.  Necklace: Four Seasons Autumn courtesy of Buttonsy Jewelry.  Dress: Igigi Clara in Retro Dot

I also received the adorable Little Cat Stud Earrings which I will be wearing in my shoot for New Years Eve. 

The Little Cat Studs are petite leather powder blue cat head earrings with glowing gold embossed eyes.  They are a cute compliment to any outfit for daily wear. 

How would you like to add a piece from Rosita Bonita to your collection?! 

You could win this glorious Rosita Bonita Mermaid Choker!!

 
To enter go to Facebook or Instagram then Like, Comment and Share the Giveaway Image AND Like/Follow both Sassy Scarlet and Rosita Bonita on both platforms for your chance to win a Rosita Bonita Mermaid Choker. Giveaway will run from  December 8 2015, for one week Ending Tuesday December 15 at 5 PM EST.  This giveaway is open internationally, however I cannot guarantee that the prize will arrive on time for Christmas if it is shipped internationally due to usual delays.  Winner will be randomly chosen by online random number generator from all valid entries from Facebook and Instagram.  The winner will be announced at 6 PM December 15 and the prize will be shipped out within two days!  If the announced winner has not contacted me within 48 hours I will redraw!!