Notes from Little Black Dress Approved
Thoughts on style, skincare, and self-care—shared with intention, and always rooted in what feels timeless, wearable, and real.
— Marcia
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4 Bracelet trends defining 2026
Let’s talk about wrists. Not in a dramatic way. Not in a “you must overhaul your jewelry box immediately” way. Just an easy conversation about what’s actually happening in bracelet trends right now. Because yes… charm bracelets had their moment. We loved them. We filled them. We jingled when we walked. It was a time.…
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I’m in a sandwich
Yep. It’s true. At 50 I’m in a sandwich. It really doesn’t feel real and I’m not sure how I got here so quickly. But never-the-less, I’m here and I’m actively seeking ways on a daily basis to deal with it in a healthy way. Let’s deconstruct this shall we? Specifically I’m a clubhouse. I…
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It Feels Like I Finally Grew Into It
I didn’t wake up one day and decide I needed a new brand. This has been rolling around in my brain quietly for a while. The colors.The tone.The way I speak about what I do.The feeling I want women to experience when they land here. I’ve always cared deeply about quality. About helping others step…
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How Confidence Evolves After 40 — And Why Style Still Matters
Confidence is a shape-shifter.It grows with us, stretches around our experiences, and matures in the most unexpected ways. In our 20s, it’s bold — like wearing heels you can’t walk in but pretending you absolutely can.In our 30s, it becomes driven — chasing promotions, babies, businesses, or simply the wild idea that we can juggle…
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Discover the art of everyday sparkle
Whatever your personal style, the limited edition Belle collection ticks all of the boxes. Modern✔️ Sophisticated ✔️ Timeless✔️ This collection offers luxury within those gorgeous sculptures curves and the sparkle of those brilliant DiAmi stones. A design like this speaks to me for everyday wear and a night out on the town. It’s the ultimate…
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Back to School, Back to Style: Jewelry That Works as Hard as You Do
Ah, back-to-school season. The time when your fridge fills with snack packs, your laundry multiplies overnight, and you suddenly remember what 6:30 a.m. looks like. 📚Whether you’re sending teens off to class, helping young adults prep for campus life, or simply easing yourself back into a “normal” schedule after summer adventures, one thing is certain:…
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Where in the World is Marcia?
I’ve been active on many social media platforms for almost 20 years. How is that even possible? lol But yesterday around 3pm ET something happened and it was like a lightning bolt went through my brain. 🧠 I received a message from one of the most popular platforms – let’s just call it F. #iykyk…
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Throwback, not Thursday #Tocarastyle
Let me introduce you to my latest obsession: the Willow necklace. This beauty features a sleek bolo-style cord and a polished puffed heart that strikes just the right balance between sweet and statement. She’s fully adjustable — wear her long at 26″, or pull her snug for a bold choker look – well hello again,…
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International Women’s Day 2025 Thoughts
Today as I celebrate each of YOU and what makes YOU unique individuals, I am also celebrating all of the things that connect us as women! I am also reminded that WE still have a long way to go for women’s rights, our education, our pay equity and our equal representation in society as a…