So sorry that you aren’t having the best of times,l hope things are improving for you .You look as fabulous as always ,the black and white look says Lagerfield to me.

FABULOUS! The gold bag is a great item for you.

Very nice. The gold bag is fantastic and I bet it gets a ton of wear.

KILLER x2. You had me with the white jeans, and Spider Sam is stealing that delicious gold bag. I love gold

I like the fashionable puffer look as much as the blazer look. Fab shoe and bag complement, and gorgeous Katrina-scarf-and-bling.

Sorry things have been tough. Life throws its curve balls unfortunately. Hoping the challenges sort themselves out, and much love to you. We are here if you need support. xo

Love gold, black and white together and this is an awesome scheme for winter/holidays. Love the fab gold patterned boots, the gold bag and the shiny puffer-they are all perfect together! Wow!

Sending you well wishes!!!!

THAT bag is to die for!!!!!!!!!

Cindy, thank you for the feedback. I much appreciate your encouragement, you are very kind.

RobinF, thank you for the lovely feedback.

Thank you, Cardiffgirl, for the support. Things are much better now. again.

ChristinaF. and cjh, thank you. I am glad you like the bag.

Angie, thank you. You are so very kind. Spider Sam may borrow it any time

Thank you Lyn67, great idea to use these colours for the winter holidays, have not thought of i that way.

Sterling, thank you. I am glad you like the bag - I know bags are "your thing"

*happy dancing*

Wow, I love all the looks! And the bag...I'm drooling!!!

I like your term, style stretching! I have some ideas for outfits in my closet and am hoping to post some pictures soon. (Recently moved and don't have a good full length mirror.)

Here's to brighter days ahead in the loving month of December. And remember to be kind to yourself in what can be stressful times.

Thank you Dana! How fun you will join the style stretching, I am now curious about your ideas and look forward to seeing them or hearing more.

Am with Shevia - "stunning" jumped to mind looking at the black, shiny gold and white. All of it is truly amazing.

Katerina, I'm so sorry that you have been feeling low and facing obstacles. May the sun shine for you soon again.

In the meantime, you bring your own inimitable dazzle. WOW! I can't say enough about how gorgeous both these outfits are on you. I love the gold structured bag with the puffer and also with the blazer, and the cropped white jeans look just spectacular. You are inspiring me to try a version of this is silvers instead of golds.

Katerina, so sorry to hear that you have had a rough time lately. I hope things will improve for you soon. I adore your new gold bag paired with the necklace and the black blazer. It looks elegant, and complements you very well.

Somehow I missed your original challenge post, but I like the idea of stretching style by trying new combinations and ideas. I wish I had the time and energy to join you. I look forward to following along. I think you have a keen eye for detail and always enjoy seeing your outfits.

Laurie, thank you very much for the great feedback.

Suz, thank you for the kind support and for the lovely compliments. This outfit idea with silvers will look beatiful with your coloring and you look fantastic in your white jeans. I hope you post the outfit picture if you decide to put ibis together.

Staysfit, thank you for the kind words and feedback. I appreciate all the encouragement from you and the other YLF friends tremendously.