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The Bold Shoulder

05.22.17 | Love

Much like the chill in the springtime breeze, the cold shoulder doesn’t leave many feeling warm and fuzzy. Quite the contrary in terms of the expressions origins.

The cold shoulder.

The origin of this expression which is often repeated is that visitors to a house who were welcome were given a hot meal but those who weren’t were offered only ‘cold shoulder of mutton’. This is repeated in several etymological texts, including Hendrickson’s usually reliable ‘Encyclopedia of Word and Phrase Origins’.

The bold shoulder.

The origin of this expression has been flying around lately with all of the spring and summer fashion trends are inclusive to many shirts and dresses that are off the shoulder. I’m a huge fan. Not only is it a fun fashion statement, it shows off parts of the most vulnerable parts of your body, your décolletage, which is a bold move and requires you to push yourself out there. If you’re an introvert living an extroverted life like me, you’ll know this can sometimes take a quick pep talk. So give them the bold shoulder and a pep talk if necessary. It’s a seasonal style that you’ll love!

Here’s a few of my latest budget friendly purchases:

The Carrie Bradshaw Inspired Look:

PattyBoutik Women’s Cotton Blend Long Sleeve Ribbed Blouse (Black XL)

STEVEN by Steve Madden Women’s Viienna Dress Sandal, Gold, 8 M US

Wedding Planning Women’s A Line Short Knee Length Tutu Tulle Prom Party Skirt Small Black

Photo by my pal Al; Allison Myers of Eat Love Louisville 

 

The Bold Shoulder LBD

ASCHOEN Women’s Sexy Off Shoulder Skater Dresses Asymmetry Hem High Low Sexy Party Dress Black S

Photos by my dear friend Anna, Anna May Photography

Boho Meets Classic Top

SheIn Women’s Off The Shoulder Bell Sleeve Striped Blouse – A&White Small

Photos by my dear friend Anna, Anna May Photography

Be sure to send me a message if you have any questions on links or fit. Do so by sending me a message through my Facebook blog page: Facebook.com/BellaOfLouisville 

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