Friday, November 28, 2014
Black Friday Steals + Deals
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Thankful
When I think about what I'm thankful for, I always come back to one word: home. To me, home isn't just a place. It's a feeling, a state of mind, something that makes me feel whole. Home represents my family, which is the most important thing in the world to me. It represents an area that I love so much. It represents a place that has given me a roof over my head for years. And it represents a table to go back to, where I can share a meal with all of my loved ones surrounding me. Even though I don't reside in this place 24/7, it will always call me back home.
This Thanksgiving, I'm thankful for...
... my family. Stephen. my friends. my home. my sweet pup. food on the table. good health. a warm place to rest my head each night. my job. this blog. I could continue on and on, but it all comes down to this: this week, and every week, I am thankful for the life I have been given, and I will work to appreciate every aspect of it, no matter when life seems tough.
Give thanks with a grateful heart. - 1 Thessalonians 5:18. Happy Thanksgiving, my friends.
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
My Favorite Things: Stocking Stuffers
Stocking stuffers are some of my favorite parts of Christmas gifting. A lot of times, stockings are filled with things you need but may get tired of buying for yourself. My parents always filled my socks with little things like socks, toothpaste, our favorite candies, and the like, but they also slipped some fun surprises in there as well, like a new book, a smaller-sized wish-list item, or a gift card to a favorite store. I think it's fun to slip a few larger in quality but smaller in size items in a stocking for your loved one -- instead of wrapping it -- as a little surprise.
I would love to find anyone of these little dainty items in my stocking -- makeup and girly things are my favorite finds, for sure. Fun socks are another favorite -- something practical and useful, but perfect to slip on Christmas morning. Old Navy and Forever 21 are perfect places to find fun little items to slip into a stocking. Nordstrom offers a few of my favorite makeup items -- like the Nars palette that was also on my Christmas list, so that's a great place to shop, too!
I would love to find anyone of these little dainty items in my stocking -- makeup and girly things are my favorite finds, for sure. Fun socks are another favorite -- something practical and useful, but perfect to slip on Christmas morning. Old Navy and Forever 21 are perfect places to find fun little items to slip into a stocking. Nordstrom offers a few of my favorite makeup items -- like the Nars palette that was also on my Christmas list, so that's a great place to shop, too!
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For the guy in your life -- whether it's a boyfriend, husband, dad, brother or friend -- any of these items are guy approved. New soap and shaving tools are always a hit, being that they are products that are needed, but why not slip in a gift card, a pair of headphones, or a set of golf balls -- something that your guy can use but also may want.
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Monday, November 24, 2014
Houndstooth
top: Sugar Love Boutique c/o, skirt: Express (love this houndstooth), shoes: Steve Madden, clutch: Francesca's (old)
With the holidays right around the corner, I've been piecing together outfits for a fun holiday look. I'm in love with this top from Sugar Love Boutique. The double layers, the back detail, the bell sleeves, and the color make it a perfect and versatile top for the season. I paired it with a houndstooth mini I've had for years for a more dressy look -- I love when you come across something that's been hidden in your closet for forever. Hope you had a great weekend!
Friday, November 21, 2014
Inspired
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Younique
I love giving new beauty products a try, so I was thrilled to try Younique's Lucrative Lipgloss in these two colors. I have used Younique's mascara in the past, which is amazing, so I knew I would love the lipgloss as well. I did use a lip liner before applying a gloss, as that is what I do in my everyday makeup routine, but I loved the combination of the gloss paired with the light lip liner. I used the same color for both, and the results were equally great. I can't pick a favorite color as they are both so unique, but they are definitely used quite frequently. Follow along with Lauren, my Younique stylist, here and here.
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Black + White
sweater: Fab Finds Boutique c/o, dress: Old Navy, necklace: Stella & Dot, sunglasses: Ray-Ban, shoes: DSW (similar)
I'm not baring any legs this week due to the chilly temperatures, but on Sunday, it warmed up enough that this look was comfortable. I paired my gorgeous Fab Finds Boutique wrap sweater with one of my go-to black dresses and a new Stella & Dot necklace for a classic and simple look. To say I'm in love with FFB would be an understatement, and I'm loving the versatility of this sweater. I was originally planning to pair it with jeans, but realized how perfect it would be with a black dress -- and that saves a more casual look for later.
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
My Favorite Things: Grown-Up Christmas Wish List
Monday, November 17, 2014
Faux
top: Target, vest: Forever21 (similar), pants: H&M, boots: Frye, clutch: GiGi New York, sunglasses: Ray-Ban
Friday, November 14, 2014
Colder Weather
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Wednesday, November 12, 2014
All Wrapped Up
monogrammed cardigan: Swagger Boutique c/o, skirt: Target, shoes: Steve Madden (similar), necklace: DSW (in store), clutch: Francesca's (old)
I loved getting all wrapped up in my cardigan wrap from Swagger Boutique. I played this look off of my leopard flats, using a mixture of brown, black and gold to pull everything together. This sweater is so cozy, and I love the monogrammed detail. It was so popular at the open house this past weekend that over 100 were sold and are now sold out, but they will be back in stock! Be sure to check out Swagger for so many other great finds. And p.s. Who said you can't match black and brown? And another little tidbit -- today marks 4 years with Stephen -- 4 years that I could not be more thankful for!
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