Thursday, November 24, 2011

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

a quicky check-in

i just wanted to pop in and say hello! long time, eh? i haven't been up to anything too different - just balancing work, friends, and the holidays.

what is exciting? i added a few rebecca taylor pretties to my closet thanks to the amazing nordstrom sale a few weeks ago!
rebecca taylor nordstrom sale finds

Rebecca Taylor ruched dress
$160 - nordstrom.com

Abstract Leopard Cami | Rebecca Taylor
$295 - rebeccataylor.com

Rose Garden Tunic | Rebecca Taylor
$150 - rebeccataylor.com






it was one of those days where everything on the rack was in just my size. i ended up taking 4 items into the fitting room and walking out with 3. but because of that, i took a little break from my usual anthropologie excursions. don't worry, i'll be back with more reviews to share and the outfits i haven't had a chance to post.  (which includes wearing the nailhead dress about 5x already! i tell you. my new mantra is "dress with sleeves!")

oh and who is excited about this week's holiday sale action?! i always go out and about today (the wednesday before thanksgiving) instead of black friday as the deals are basically the same and it allows me to avoid all the traffic.

i picked up a cute wear-to-work dress at 40% off from banana republic, and hit up aerie's 40% off for a couple casual tops too.

as i am in my hometown for the holiday there is, unfortunately, no anthropologie to visit for the 50% off. it looks like the online sale is already picked over... did you get a chance to nab anything? even if i was, there isn't too much i have been pining over. in fact, my anthro wish list is the smallest it's been in years:

late november anthro wishlist

Embroidered cardigan
$168 - anthropologie.com

Dawn's Break Loungers
$48 - anthropologie.com

Scarve
$128 - anthropologie.com





not sure if it is because the new arrivals aren't just up my alley or if it is because there are a few other items that i would love love love to have instead:

late november wish list

Zara cap toe shoes
$90 - zara.com

Autumn Flower Tie Dress | Rebecca Taylor
$365 - rebeccataylor.com

Autumn Flower Henley | Rebecca Taylor
$275 - rebeccataylor.com

Jasper Ruby
$118 - vincecamuto.com






how are you feeling about the anthropologie new arrivals? what's on the top of your holiday wishlist?

until next time,
S

styling options for the j.crew dusted sequin shift dress

hello there!

i was contacted by C for styling options with this pretty that she picked up last year:
j.crew dusted sequin shift dress, fall 2010






















i love a good sequined number, so of course i couldn't wait to get started:


just click any of the pictures to get a close up or product details.


my favorites are #1, #2, #8, and #11. a little more quirky, but still festive and fun. how would you wear it?

until next time,
S

Thursday, November 10, 2011

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

outfit of the day: 11.07.2011

hello there! did you all have a wonderful weekend?

i took advantage (by accident really) of the nordstrom half-yearly sale and scored some fabulous pieces (which i will be debuting over the next few days).


ootd photos to come soon, but until then here is the polyvore of what i wore on monday:

ootd: 11.07.2011

Rebecca Taylor ruched dress
$160 - nordstrom.com

2 high heels
$120 - anthropologie.com

J Crew j crew jewelry
$45 - jcrew.com

Watch
$13 - target.com

Kate Spade post earrings
$58 - piperlime.gap.com





until next time,
S

a girl can dream

right now i am loving pops of neon, pattern mixing, and oh so girly:

the "uh oh" wish list.

the "uh oh" wish list. by prettycupcake







and because those are unaffordable... i will be content with these:
reality






not so bad, eh?


p.s. does anyone know if this "neon azalea" pencil skirt is really happening? i am trying not to get too excited!

until next time,
S
J Crew crystal jewelry
$45 - jcrew.com

J Crew crystal jewelry
$45 - jcrew.com

Abstract Leopard Cami | Rebecca Taylor
$295 - rebeccataylor.com

J Crew pencil skirt
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Miu Miu glitter heels
$595 - miumiu.com

Miu Miu logo bag
$1,495 - miumiu.com

Kate Spade leather zipper wallet
$75 - nordstrom.com

Print Mix Dress | Rebecca Taylor
$380 - rebeccataylor.com

Monday, November 7, 2011

outfit of the day: 08.11.2011

hello! archive time again! (nothing like a burst of summer when the weather turns chilly.)

there is something i love about mixing checks and florals...

 




sorry about the wrinkles. i had forgotten to take a photo in the morning. :)
ootd: 08.11.2011

J crew
$30 - jcrew.com

J Crew flat shoes
$100 - jcrew.com

Michael Kors Watches gold jewelry
$328 - my-wardrobe.com

Juicy Couture hair accessory
$45 - juicycouture.com



until next time,
S

Thursday, November 3, 2011

who's coming home?

after weeks of fabulous promotions from west elm from rugs to side tables and dining room chairs, this week all lighting is 20% off - including the beloved owl table lamp!



























so excited.

he will be the perfect addition in my crafty space. welcome home :)

until next time,
S

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

j.crew no. 2 pencil skirt in metallic bouclé styling options

hello there! tonight as i was talking to my lovely lawyer friend J, she mentioned that she recently picked up the j.crew no. 2 pencil skirt in metallic bouclé but was unsure what to pair with it for work. of course i love a good outfitting challenge and couldn't resist to share with you too!


let's begin with the most conservative looks, perfect for work.
j.crew metallic boucle pencil skirt styling option #1

J Crew crinkle top, $88
Rag Bone knit jacket, $450
J Crew knee length pencil skirt, $138
Rag & Bone high heel shoes, $495
Marc by Marc Jacobs shoulder handbag, $398
Yves Saint Laurent link jewelry, £510
Kenneth Jay Lane yellow gold earrings, £80



j.crew metallic boucle pencil skirt styling option #2

Diane von Fürstenberg sleeve shirt, $308
J Crew wool skirt, $138
Christian louboutin shoes, $1,995
Mulberry bag, $1,800
White pearl earrings, $48



j.crew metallic boucle pencil skirt styling option #3

Sheer blouse, £135
J Crew long pencil skirt, $138
Ri2k tote handbag, £139
Kenneth Jay Lane amethyst ring, £110
Jamie Wolf yellow gold earrings, $2,250
Steve Madden Black Suede Women's Pammyy, $99
Steve Madden Black Suede Women's Pammyy, $99



who says leopard on leopard isn't okay? i love the double-pairing in this next look.
j.crew metallic boucle pencil skirt styling option #4

Kate Spade leopard blouse, $295
J Crew velvet blazer, $168
J Crew long wool skirt, $138
J.Crew leopard high heels, $360
Juicy Couture clutch handbag, $109
Kate Spade crystal earrings, $98






then, i started to get a little more feminine. you know i can't resist a good floral blouse.

j.crew metallic boucle pencil skirt styling option #5


Rebecca Taylor long sleeve shirt, $215
J Crew pencil skirt, $138
Vera Wang Lavender wedge heels, $295
Miu miu handbag, $1,495
Kate Spade bangle bracelet, $58
Kate Spade bangle bracelet, $58
Kate Spade pearl stud earrings, $48
Kate Spade gold bangle bracelet, $32







another feminine look (with maybe a little too much quirky for the conservative work place, but the shoes could easily be replaced with something more plain)
j.crew metallic boucle pencil skirt styling option #6

Vintage blouse, £195
Wool coat, $70
J Crew long skirt, $138
Miu Miu glitter heels, $595
Miu Miu leather zipper wallet, $400








and i saved the best for last. i love the mix of black and yellow. inspired by the very own j.crew styled look, i wanted to take it to the next level with tons of texture and pattern.
j.crew metallic boucle pencil skirt styling option #7

Viscose shirt, $76
Double breasted coat, $70
J Crew metallic skirt, $138
J Crew metallic skirt, $138
Vivienne Westwood Accessories round toe pumps, $361
Bracelet, $68
Betsey Johnson gold tone earrings, $32


also - J mentioned she was interested in more blouses that had sleeves, so i rounded up a few i think would work with this top as well as others. I also am always in the market for more work-appropriate (i.e. sleeved) blouses.

other blouse options for the j.crew metallic boucle pencil skirt


Tinley Road floral top, $44
J Crew pencil top, $110
J Crew polka dot top, $88
J Crew button shirt, $98
Miss Selfridge floral top, £35
Miss Selfridge peach blouse, £35
J Crew metallic skirt, $138



what would you wear with it?

until next time,
S