Set Your Look Santa Fe-Style with Billowy Blouse, Silk Scarf and Southwestern Necklace

It's all in what an how you put it together for Santa Fe-style. This is one of my favorite sets.

A scarf-like billowy blouse in the perfect autumn and southwest colors and prints. I added a silk scarf in complimentary colors (this was the most expensive piece of garments but it goes with so many things). I had the scarf a year but only yesterday did the most perfect blouse show up as well as the perfect skirt but that's another blog!

Next I added this gorgeous and unique shell belt in the same colors as the blouse.

I finished with my Southwest Fashion Necklace with Leather Tassel from my jewelry line.

It is so easy and so much fun to put these looks together. Just keep you eye out for those unique, perfect pieces. You can spend an arm and a leg, or you can look like you did. It's all in how you out it together.

This gorgeous full fashion set is available for purchase.

Happy styling!

Other Jewelry and fashion sets are available in my shop, Designs by Cheryl B

About Cheryl Yale Bruedigam

STYLE Santa Fe is published by Cheryl Bruedigam.
Publisher Southwest Flair Magazine 2005-present
Former professional model and skin care consultant
Fashion Degree - Flair Fashion College, Albuquerque, NM
Jewelry Designer and Stylist. Author and Publisher.


Visit and Shop Designs by Cheryl B

How to Take a Summer Dress Into Early Fall or Any Season

There is no reason we cannot extend our wardrobe from one season into the next as long as the colors and textures are right, especially during transitional periods where will will not generally be buying new pieces. A cute summer dress can quickly and easily turn into an early fall ensemble with the right pieces and accessories.

An example is this easy linen summer dress which will now move into early autumn before the temps drop and the earthy colors really begin. This particular dress that I chose is a greenish-turquoise color with native-type designs that work well for our Santa Fe-style.

To take this dress on into fall with that Santa Fe-look, I have added a beige fringe linen jacket (a staple already in my closet which was a thrift store find for me by my daughter). The dress has light golden/beige geometric designs on it that really come out with the beige jacket.

Next I added one of the southwestern-style crocheted sling bags I make (available in my boutique) in a darker beige to match the darker beige that is also in the sage and beige-colored boots that I then added.

Order this necklace from Designs by Cheryl B.

Order this necklace at Designs by Cheryl B.

Complete the look with matching necklaces (both my designs from my boutique). Layered together, they look amazing and really add the finishing touch in deep blue-greens, turquoise, and beige which ties it all together. 

If you love the look and want to take it on into late fall or colder weather, simply add a pair of beige leggings. This look can also lead from winter into spring or spring into summer, or if your weather is mild, year round.

You can find and use similar pieces or you can simply take this concept and apply it to pieces that you already have to make your seasonal transitions much easier and more affordable.

Have fun and happy styling.

Jewelry available in my shop, Designs by Cheryl B

About Cheryl Yale Bruedigam

STYLE Santa Fe is published by Cheryl Bruedigam.
Publisher Southwest Flair Magazine 2005-present
Former professional model and skin care consultant
Fashion Degree - Flair Fashion College, Albuquerque, NM
Jewelry Designer and Stylist. Author and Publisher.


Visit and Shop Designs by Cheryl B

Vintage Faux Fall Suede

If you keep your eyes open and regularly go to rummage sales and such you can always find a great deal but you can also find a treasure now and then.

While attending a church rummage sale over the summer, I picked up these amazing eighties vintage faux suede pants in the perfect color of rust for the incredible price of $1, that's right, one dollar and they had rarely been worn and were in mint condition.

Add to that a vintage silk scarf that I picked up at the Marketplace here in Silver City for a mere eight dollars, then add an everyday tank.

The finishing touch with some of mine and my daughter's jewelry designs for an inexpensive, unique and amazing fall look. Throw on a matching sweater when the weather cools down.

Browse my fall section while you are there to put together some fantastic fall looks.

Thanks for joining me! Happy styling!

Browse my creations at Designs by Cheryl B.

From Author/Publisher, Stylist and Designer, Cheryl Bruedigam

About Cheryl Yale Bruedigam

STYLE Santa Fe is published by Cheryl Bruedigam.

Publisher Southwest Flair Magazine 2005-present

Former professional model and skin care consultant

Fashion Degree - Flair Fashion College, Albuquerque, NM 

Jewelry Designer and Stylist.

Author and Publisher.


Visit and Shop Designs by Cheryl B

Confessions of a Stylist and Fall Leopard Look

Confessions of a stylist, I also shop for my mannequin. From a yard sale last weekend, she got the top for .50 and the skirt (brand new) for .50. Can't beat that for a new outfit.

Adding jewelry, one of my chokers and and African print scarf and we put together this "leopard look."

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For a great makeup look to go with it, try colors similar to these. A nice smokey eye with glittery gold and bronze. Add a gold lipstick for the finishing touch.

Thanks for joining me! Happy styling!

Browse my creations at Designs by Cheryl B.

From Author/Publisher, Stylist and Designer, Cheryl Bruedigam

About Cheryl Yale Bruedigam

STYLE Santa Fe is published by Cheryl Bruedigam.

Publisher Southwest Flair Magazine 2005-present

Former professional model and skin care consultant

Fashion Degree - Flair Fashion College, Albuquerque, NM 

Jewelry Designer and Stylist.

Author and Publisher.


Visit and Shop Designs by Cheryl B

Olive and Turquoise Gorgeous Combination

Yesterday I designed and created olive and gold-toned necklaces. They turned out beautiful but I was thinking well I just rarely wear olive because I wear so much turquoise.

Then this morning, I saw a blouse in the closet that my daughter gave me with, you guessed it, turquoise mixed with olive. Who'da thought? Viola! Amazing gorgeous combination! 

I immediately did a photo shoot for my shop and blog using different lighting and backgrounds, really wanting to bring out that olive in the mix. Here you will see the photos and the look in this article.

This is just one more way to use the transitional colors of gold, olive, deep greens that come into play between summer and fall while keeping the southwest colors and style. I am so excited and loving this combination! I always thought I had to sacrifice my olive colors for my turquoise, no more!

If you can't find a shirt that has olive and turquoise print (which could be tricky) just do it with layers of olive and turquoise. blouses, tanks, skirts, dress, whatever, the solid colors will work as well and will be easy to put together to achieve the same combo. It could also be done with scarves in the olive and/or turquoise tones, which would be an inexpensive way to create this look and color combination. 

The shirt is a thrift store find. I got the brand new dress locally for $4 with the tag still on it. I made the belt from re-purposing a broken vintage concho belt, and the jewelry is my creation except my anniversary cross which was a gift from my husband. So little money has to be spent to put something like this together. Hit your own closet, hit your friends' closets, go to yard sales, check the thrift stores and you will be surprised what you can easily put together.

Olive necklace available from Designs by Cheryl B.

You do not have to break the bank to get this look. You probably already have a few nice turquoise pieces, if not, I have both the olive and various real or imitation turquoise available in my shop.

Once you have your outfit put together, finish this look with the coordinating makeup colors to really make the overall scheme "flow and jump": eyes in goldish brown with hints of olive and turquoise mixed. 

I started with a brown contouring base. Add highlighter to lid center and brow bone. Shade, darken or highlight and conntour as necessary per your features, coloring and age.

Smudge brown liner to line eyes.

Then frame beneath the eyes from the outer center of the pupil to the outer eye and sweep up with BOTH a blue or turquoise AND olive green eye shadow over your liner. Re-touch the liner after completing this step.

Add GOLD lipstick for the finishing touch. 

Thanks for joining me! Happy styling!

Browse my creations at Designs by Cheryl B.

From Author/Publisher, Stylist and Designer, Cheryl Bruedigam

About Cheryl Yale Bruedigam

STYLE Santa Fe is published by Cheryl Bruedigam.

Publisher Southwest Flair Magazine 2005-present

Former professional model and skin care consultant

Fashion Degree - Flair Fashion College, Albuquerque, NM 

Jewelry Designer and Stylist.

Author and Publisher.


Visit and Shop Designs by Cheryl B

Working on Fall Designs

My favorite time of year is rolling around, and I am working on creating new autumn designs in beautiful fall colors with a hint of the southwest including earthy gemstones, feathers, rich brownish suede and leathers.

Here is a sneak-peek at one of the pieces I have finished, the Beaded Spirit Necklace in brown tones (also available in turquoise and ice blue) for fall. Created in rich autumn colors of dark brown, amber, bronze and gold, this piece will add exceptional Santa Fe-style to your wardrobe. It is lightweight with feather tassel. 

Necklace detail

View this item or browse more in my shop at Designs by Cheryl B. Bookmark or favorite my shop and check back frequently as I add more new autumn pieces to the Fall 2017 line. 

Southwest Accessories to Take Late Summer into Fall

Just produced for Southwest Flair Magazine,this short video on using boots, bracelets and beads to help you transition from late summer to early fall--also look great for Santa Fe style any time of year!

Put together your own look and style with long, flowing or swirling southwestern-style skirts, leathers or faux leathers, layers of turquoise and beaded gemstones in the earthy fall colors that blend so well in Santa Fe-style. It's a little slouch, a touch of bo-ho, a lot of turquoise and some rough-stock boots. It's fun and it's you. Mix and match for the perfect look. It's fun to experiment. Bring in dark greens, gold tones, browns and the almighty turquoise and you will be ready to transition summer to fall in Santa Fe-style!

If you like the jewelry, browse my shop, Designs by Cheryl B., where you may order most pieces in the video.

Fall and Fringe: Get Your Fringe On

One way to add a great fall look and feel to your wardrobe is to dress it up with a little fringe (or a lot). Faux fringe or real leather, whichever you prefer, will add just the right touch to give you that Santa Fe-style. 

A faux fringe skirt from Harmony + Havoc

Fringed pieces come in all forms: jackets (always popular out here in the west), pants, shawls, shirts, skirts, purses and bags and even scarves with fringe. However you choose to wear your fringe you will find no shortage in available pieces. And boots, let's not forget fringed boots! There are so many amazing fringed boot styles and cuts on the market.

Get your fringe on and there is no way to lose for a stylish fall.

The Weekend is Coming - Express Your Style

The weekend is almost here. Get out, cut loose, and express your style. Fall is on its way and in Santa Fe the nights are getting nippy but the days are sunny and beautiful with that early fall crisp feeling. 

Take a trip to the Rio Grande to refresh or spend the day browsing the shops in town. Whatever you do, let your spirit free to enjoy and to feel the fall feeling in the air. You are your style and that's style the Santa Fe-way.

End of Summer Makeup to Move into Fall - Includes Video

Watch the video here or on my YouTube Channel

It is always hard to know what to do at the end of the season, during that transition period. I try to work with colors that the transition seasons have in common. 

In the case of summer into fall, burnt orange and golden-to-bronze colors can offer the perfect match-ups as we leave the bright summer sun behind and move toward the crisp colors of autumn. We are not there yet however but both shades can work well in the transition. For contrast colors, add a touch of deep green or brown. 

Your Fall Look – Own It

Love fall? Don’t feel like you have to follow the season’s trends and run out and buy all the latest unless of course you just want to have the newest looks. If you love Santa Fe-style, make fall your own and love it and create your own fall look.

Revisit some of your favs and faithful standards and refresh anything that needs an update with some trendy fall accessories or a simply a new jacket or pair of boots.  Part of the fun is creating your own look and style.

Have a favorite, to-die for fall piece; that one piece that you can’t wait to pull out of the closet each year? Go ahead, it’s not too early. Pull it out, re-combine, mix and match, until you find the fall look that says “you,” maybe even with a new twist or just a hint of the latest trends, but ultimately “you.” Your fall, your look, your style. Own it. 

Dresses for Late Summer on into Early Fall

Showcasing some dresses that can take late/end of summer on into early fall while the weather is still warm. You get the idea, something whose colors can meld from one season into the next with the ease of an almost unnoticed transition while keeping you cool. Black, red and beige, standard colors that work any time. The option of accessorizing will give you a plus in transitioning as well.

Video - Cinnamon Girl Makeup Look Quick Tips

Get the quick tips that you need to create this new makeup look from STYLE Santa Fe, Cinnamon Girl. Quick and easy. This is a great look for fall.

Watch the video here or at my Youtube Channel

Getting ready for Fall

Getting ready for a fabulous fall at STYLE Santa Fe!

More to come soon!