Navigate with Style

Charting the style of daily life...with the mouth of a sailor.

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Hello 2012!

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This past year was a time of growth for me and for Navigate with Style. While I still have much to learn I have made many strides as a style blogger this year. I have some big plans for 2012 and hope that if you're reading this post that you'll also stick around to see the coming changes.

I am so thankful for every page view this blog has had and appreciate all the feedback I've received thus far.

Best wishes to you for a happy and healthy 2012!

xx
JDF

cozy yet stylish NYE...

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2012 is almost here! The big question is: what are you wearing on New Years Eve? I'll be comfy and cozy yet stylish...check out my NYE segments on INsight:

Style Resolutions - I mention red lips (what's new?) as a great style resolution for the new year but what I should I have said was EMBRACE COLOR! Classic neutrals are safe and timeless but can be a tad boring...go bold and incorporate more color into your makeup bag and your wardrobe.

Stylish NYE at Home - I'm sticking with a winter white, grey and metallic gold palette for my cozy celebration at home.

2011 was filled with many exciting changes in my life and I will cherish the memories from this past year forever. I cannot wait to see what 2012 has in store!!!

Happy New Year!!!

xx
JDF

holiday entertaining & gifts...

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Last week on INsight:

Holiday Entertaining - Emilie, Charity and I discuss my article for Fort Wayne Monthly magazine, Making Magic. I had such fun writing the story and hope the readers enjoyed my tips for easy yet stylish holiday entertaining!
Last Minute Gift Ideas - The Monogram Shoppe here in Fort Wayne has the most amazing selection of gifts for everyone and anyone. I show Emilie and Charity just a tiny fraction of what the store has to offer!

Thanks for watching & reading!!

xx
JDF

handmade gifts & knitting on INsight...

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Have you ever received a handmade/homemade (is there a diff?) gift that you absolutely HATE? I have a hard time hiding my true feelings...my face speaks for me unfortunately. I caution anyone when giving homemade gifts since the recipient will feel obligated to use or wear or keep the gift for years to come. Don't saddle your loved ones with items that are not appropriate for them or aren't their taste...

That being said, some of my favorite gifts received have been handmade. I know many talented people who create beautiful and thoughtful items that I treasure.  We talk about this very thing on INsight  as well as discuss knitting for beginners and for stress relief.



Thanks for watching!
xx
JDF