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What Would Holley Wear: Transitioning with Fall Colors

What Would Holley Wear: Transitioning with Fall Colors

Oct 2, 2019 | __(What Would Holley Wear)

Yay…it’s time to transition into fall!  Though not with sweaters and layering…but with vibrant autumn hues.  So this week, I’m sharing my five favorite fall colors.   Okay…it’s still warm in Texas, but “orange” you glad the highs are only in the 90s?  We are smitten...
What Would Holley Wear: Neutral Chic at the Beach

What Would Holley Wear: Neutral Chic at the Beach

Sep 25, 2019 | __(What Would Holley Wear)

For a fall beach vacay, we are taking beach style up a few chic notches with neutrals.  Not only does this give your beach look a sophisticated vibe, but it also makes for easy packing.  Plus a bonus….neutrals easily transition into fall!  So we just returned from...
What Would Holley Wear:  The Power of Purple and Lillybee Promo Code

What Would Holley Wear: The Power of Purple and Lillybee Promo Code

Sep 18, 2019 | __(What Would Holley Wear)

While Holley’s away, enjoy a “best of” post for all you TCU purple fans with updated purple finds! So, how do you get a man to wear purple (this is not a joke)?  The answer: Turn him into a TCU fan!  Everyone from Fort Worth knows the power of...
What Would Holley Wear: How to Get A+ Teacher Style

What Would Holley Wear: How to Get A+ Teacher Style

Sep 11, 2019 | __(What Would Holley Wear)

My favorite 2nd grade teacher, Lindsey Leeman, teaches at the Academy of the Arts at Bransom Elementary in the Burleson ISD.  Lindsey recently asked me to share some ways to update an everyday teacher look.   Accessories are key to giving an outfit that extra pop! ...
Let’s Ask Mrs. Twist — Are White Jeans Okay after Labor Day?

Let’s Ask Mrs. Twist — Are White Jeans Okay after Labor Day?

Sep 2, 2019 | __(What Would Holley Wear)

I love it when readers send me questions!  Like this one… “I would love to know… is it okay to wear white after Labor Day?” A.H.  Back in the day, Mother (and the fashion/home decor police) had two rules — never more than one mirror per...
What Would Holley Wear: Five Favorite Brunch Spots

What Would Holley Wear: Five Favorite Brunch Spots

Aug 28, 2019 | __(What Would Holley Wear)

So earlier this summer I posted this on Tanglewood Moms:  Where are your favorite brunch spots around town? And without fail, “the moms” came through with great selections! Let me start first with our go-to Sunday brunch place….The Kimbell Café.  Typically, this is...
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Hospitality is in my DNA. I founded Home with a Twist, a daughter’s twist on her mother’s traditions, in memory of my mother to celebrate her life and the gifts she shared with me. Mother loved to celebrate life’s occasions – big and small.

She taught me how to prepare fabulous food, entertain guests with style and design a traditional home with a pop of color and a splash of animal print. Share my fondness of blending Mother’s mid-century style with a modern spin.

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🥳 40+ years hosting
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What’s one thing you’re doing this August to savor the season — or prep for fall?
👇 Tell me in the comments, and let’s start this month with a little intention and a lot of grace.

Hello, August - my birthday month! The month that lingers between summer’s glow and autumn’s hush. I like to think of you as a gentle invitation — not to rush, but to notice. To finish what we started. To gather what we’ve grown. To feel the soft shift in the air and make space for what’s next.

I’m sharing the little ways I honor this in-between season. Slide through and let me know how you`re spending your August.

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What’s one thing you’re doing this August to savor the season — or prep for fall?
👇 Tell me in the comments, and let’s start this month with a little intention and a lot of grace.

Hello, August - my birthday month! The month that lingers between summer’s glow and autumn’s hush. I like to think of you as a gentle invitation — not to rush, but to notice. To finish what we started. To gather what we’ve grown. To feel the soft shift in the air and make space for what’s next.

I’m sharing the little ways I honor this in-between season. Slide through and let me know how you're spending your August.

✨ Welcome to my Ladies’ Lounge ✨
A soulful space designed with four guiding words in mind:

Cozy – where the light is soft and the throws are plush
Colorful – pops of joy, in every hue with a dash, or two of animal print that make my heart smile
Curated – every piece placed with purpose
Collected – filled with treasures, stories, and sentimental finds

This room isn’t just for show—it’s a retreat, a gathering spot, a space to sip, read, laugh, and play (Mahjong anyone?). And mostly, it`s a warm hug.

I hope it inspires you to carve out a space that feels uniquely you.

🎥 Watch the full reel for the grand tour!
🪑 Then tell me: What’s one thing your dream lounge would have? A record player? A game table? A signature scent? Drop it in the comments 💬👇

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✨ Welcome to my Ladies’ Lounge ✨
A soulful space designed with four guiding words in mind:

Cozy – where the light is soft and the throws are plush
Colorful – pops of joy, in every hue with a dash, or two of animal print that make my heart smile
Curated – every piece placed with purpose
Collected – filled with treasures, stories, and sentimental finds

This room isn’t just for show—it’s a retreat, a gathering spot, a space to sip, read, laugh, and play (Mahjong anyone?). And mostly, it's a warm hug.

I hope it inspires you to carve out a space that feels uniquely you.

🎥 Watch the full reel for the grand tour!
🪑 Then tell me: What’s one thing your dream lounge would have? A record player? A game table? A signature scent? Drop it in the comments 💬👇

🍬🍬Comment CANDY, and I`ll send you the link to the Candy Bar sign and the jars!🍭🍭

My candy bar table is inspired from my childhood memories of walking with my bestie to Mott`s Five & Dime to buy penny (yes, I`m that old) candy. We`d fill brown paper sacks with our faves and skip home happy as can be.

🍒 My top favorites are cherry sours (but only from HEB)
Orange slices 🍊
🩷🤍 Pink & white frosted animal cookies
🥜 Peanut M&Ms
Spice drops
Peanut Butter Bars (nostalgia, please)

I found the vintage bamboo table @themercantilefortworth thanks to Tracy @storiedhomedecor. It`s the perfect size and gives me extra shelves for books.

All my candy is from @heb at $1.50 a bag it was great on my budget.

This is the final touch on my Ladies` Lounge ! Come back tomorrow for the BIG REVEAL! ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

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🍬🍬Comment CANDY, and I'll send you the link to the Candy Bar sign and the jars!🍭🍭

My candy bar table is inspired from my childhood memories of walking with my bestie to Mott's Five & Dime to buy penny (yes, I'm that old) candy. We'd fill brown paper sacks with our faves and skip home happy as can be.

🍒 My top favorites are cherry sours (but only from HEB)
Orange slices 🍊 
🩷🤍 Pink & white frosted animal cookies
🥜 Peanut M&Ms
Spice drops
Peanut Butter Bars (nostalgia, please)

I found the vintage bamboo table @themercantilefortworth thanks to Tracy @storiedhomedecor.  It's the perfect size and gives me extra shelves for books.

All my candy is from @heb at $1.50 a bag it was great on my budget.

This is the final touch on my Ladies' Lounge ! Come back tomorrow for the BIG REVEAL! ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️

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✨✨ If I could sit beside that little girl — hair in pigtails, heart full of big dreams — I’d whisper the truths it took years to learn.

That she was already loved. That the quiet strength of the women before her lived in her bones. The table where she played, hosted tea parties, and make-believe at would one day hold stories, laughter, and legacy.

This is a love letter to her — the little girl I was, the woman I became, and the legacy I’m still living out. We are an unfinished portrait. Every day, adding new textures, layers, and beauty.

Which one of these sentiments would your younger self need to hear?

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✨✨ If I could sit beside that little girl — hair in pigtails, heart full of big dreams — I’d whisper the truths it took years to learn.

That she was already loved. That the quiet strength of the women before her lived in her bones. The table where she played, hosted tea parties, and make-believe at would one day hold stories, laughter, and legacy.

This is a love letter to her — the little girl I was, the woman I became, and the legacy I’m still living out. We are an unfinished portrait. Every day, adding new textures, layers, and beauty.

Which one of these sentiments would your younger self need to hear?
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