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The Ankara Queen

Hello there! My name is Brenda and I am a thirty something year old mid size fashion lover. I have been blogging and creating content for about 15 years now with no sign of slowing down.

I love sharing affordable finds that can be repeated in multiple ways. My email inbox is always open at: [email protected]

The Ankara Queen

10 Best Shoe Colors to Wear With A Burgundy Dress & More Outfits

This author receives a commission through recommended links in this content. Burgundy, year after year, is one of the top Fall colors, along with forest green, dark brown, burnt orange and of course, black. Thanks to its richness in color and deep hue, it works on almost all skin tones and instantly elevates any look. […]

The 8 Best Shoe Colors to Wear With a Royal Blue Dress

This author receives a commission through recommended links in this content. I think by the time Spring hits, I may have gone through all the colors of dresses and the best shoe colors to pair with them. Today, our dress color of choice shall be blue. Not just any blue, by the way, but royal […]

6 Outfit Ideas You Can Wear to Any Retirement Party

This author receives a commission through recommended links in this content. This is one of those posts I am writing not just for you but for personal reasons as well. One of my former managers would be retiring in some months and invited me to her corporate retirement party. I don’t know about you, but […]

A Style Guide For How to Dress in Your 30s

This author receives a commission through recommended links in this content. Entering your 30s is an exciting milestone in life, marked by increased self-assurance, personal growth, and a greater sense of style. It’s the perfect time to curate a wardrobe that reflects your unique personality while embracing a more mature and polished look. To help […]

11 Dresses That Are Appropriate to Wear to a Spring Wake or Funeral

This author receives a commission through recommended links in this content. Attending a wake or funeral is an occasion that requires careful consideration of your attire. It’s a moment to show respect to the deceased and their loved ones, and your outfit should reflect that reverence.   Selecting a dress for a spring wake or […]

The 6 Best Ways to Wear a Denim Shirt Dress

This author receives a commission through recommended links in this content. If you’re looking for an easy way to put together a chic casual outfit, denim shirt dresses are the answer for you. Denim is already considered a more casual fabric so creating more casual looks comes easy when working with this fabric. In today’s […]

5+ Items to Wear With a Lace Top

This author receives a commission through recommended links in this content. Lace is a dainty yet sexy fabric. It’s commonly used in wedding gowns as well as fancy tops and dresses. Lace tops come in many different styles and colors which can be styled in many ways. Seeing as there are many different types of […]

7 Stylish Ways to Wear a White Denim Jacket

This author receives a commission through recommended links in this content. When we think of denim jackets, what comes to mind is usually a classic blue denim jacket. Then after that, maybe we think of a black denim jacket. A white denim jacket is most likely not what immediately comes to mind when we think […]

5 Outfits You can Wear to a Museum

This author receives a commission through recommended links in this content. When planning a trip to a museum, it’s important to think about what you’re going to wear. Museums can have different dress codes and some art exhibitions may require specific attire. This is particularly true if you are attending an art gallery opening. Additionally, […]

If You’re Headed to Your First Pilates Class, Here’s what to Wear

This author receives a commission through recommended links in this content. Pilates is not just a form of exercise; it’s a lifestyle that promotes fitness and well-being. And what better way to embrace that lifestyle than by looking and feeling great during your first Pilates class? In this blog post, we’ll explore 11 stylish and […]