pink, purple, pearls

I spent a little time in Charleston last week and took advantage of the scenery for outfit shoots. Behind me in these photos are the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge (also called the New Cooper River Bridge) and the USS Yorktown. 

A very stylish friend of mine owns Waccamaw Pearls, the brand behind this beautiful pearl bracelet. After teaching in China for two years, she decided to bring quality pearls back with her, and she sells them at incredibly reasonable price points. 

Part of what makes Waccamaw Pearls special is their signature toggle closure. One side is imprinted with 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 "be joyful always, pray continuously, and give thanks in all circumstances." 

I'm very thankful to VC for letting me wear her pearls, and now it's time to start building my own collection. More Waccamaw Pearls to come!

HMD scarf from Mom // Kayce Hughes Willa Ruffle dress // HMD belt from Mom // HMD Dooney & Bourke bag from Mom // Sweet Southern Pearls bracelet on loan from Waccamaw Pearls // Loren Hope small Sarra cuff // Jack Rogers Napa Valley Navajo

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Happy Valentine's Day! 

And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13

This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us and his love is made complete in us.  1 John 4:10-12

I plan to celebrate by hosting a small dinner party with chocolate cake. In years past, I have had quiet dinners at home with my boy and watched movies and eaten pizza with my best girl friends. It's been fun every time. 

I just love Valentine's Day! It's the perfect excuse to mix red and pink, eat chocolate, wear red lipstick, and carry a heart balloon. I hope that you enjoy the festivities today and reflect on true love. 

Sweet Lulu balloon // Mary Kay True Dimensions Lipstick in Firecracker // Premier faux pearls // hand me down sweater from Granny // Kayce Hughes dress // Christian Louboutin pumps