coat (J.Crew LOVE this VEST VERSION), tshirt (Gap see similar stripes on sale HERE), jeans (dl 1961), oxfords (Zara, extra 40% off THESE MIRRORS), bag (Michael Kors), belt (banana republic), bracelets (Sylvia Benson), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), shades (Ray Ban)
I hopped on the bandwagon like many of you and bought this Coat (see SIMILAR) because frankly it was just too dang good to pass up. Always an avid lover or plaid, checks, gingham and the like, I knew this sucker would be a great topper for many a looks. Yes, sadly, there is a limited selection of sizes left, but don't fret as I've scouted out some other super cute buffalo (see HERE, HERE, HERE). Alright gang, cheers to a fab weekend--it's beyond frigid as I know it is in many parts of the country--stay bundled!
clutch (GiGi New York c/o), blouse (available at Morton James Lexington, KY c/o), skirt (J.Crew extra 40% off with code SHOPHAPPY), heels (Zara ON SALE), bracelets (Sylvia Benson c/o), cuff (unknown), rings (Anna Beck, Lagos), shades (Gucci), belt (Old Navy, old)
Well Happy New Year, gang! How 'bout it--kinda crazy, but here we are in 2014! Before we get to the rig, let me first start out by saying yet another THANK YOU! As I mentioned in This Post, I had a bit of hesitancy about getting so personal--which based on the outpouring of purely sweet, genuine, and loving responses from you all was just silly! Y'all never seize to amaze me---seriously, women are just so dang fantastic, supportive, and beautifully vulnerable--we truly need to stick together more often! I have to tell you hitting "publish" on that post was quite frightening and yet so dang therapeutic at the same time--so thank ya, thank ya--may get a little personal on you more often! I promise I have read and re-read every comment, post, email (and WILL respond)--I just took advantage of being reunited with my babes after a few days with their dad that I haven't gotten to it quite yet (plus they make me cry every time I read them--in a good way)! But out with the old and in with the new shall we....
Yes, the new---this new little Orange Python Beauty--I just love love this clutch from GiGi New York. It's big, it's bright, it's classic, and personally I believe it's going to elevate a ton of my looks. The fact you can slap a monogram on there--well hell, that's just icing! Definite intend to sport this number once I get my butt in gear and back into work mode. You can never go wrong with a classic Pencil Skirt (on sale) and a blouse--the J.Crew pencils suck you in just right and give you a little curve, too! Alright gang, cheers to a productive beginning to the new year--let's def make it a good one!
jacket (HM c/o), top (Generation Love, Morton James, Lexington c/o), jeans (AG), chucks (Converse), bag (Michael Kors Bedford), beanie (Target), shades (Ray Ban), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), bracelets (Sylvia Benson c/o)
Back in the saddle gang---took a little spontaneous trip to FLA which was pure loveliness. Many of y'all will be getting glitzed and glammed tonight, but not I---I intend to spend my NYE with my sweet babes and some wonderful friends very chillaxed and family focused...banging on pots and pans come midnight with all the kiddies. Def intend to wear something comfy and cozy to celebrate the new year similar to the rig above--say a comfy sweatshirt, sneaks, and skinnies. But if I may chat beyond the outfit and take a moment to hop on my soapbox (brace yourself gang, she's gonna get a smidge personal).....
This post I have attempted to type numerous times throughout the course of the year only to be faced with a crazy amount of fear and insecurity of exposing too much of my personal life. And yet as I close out what was hands down the most difficult year of my life, I'd be remiss if I didn't write a little something to express my gratitude and appreciation as well as verbalize the many blessings I have in my life. No way to say this eloquently so here goes...I got divorced this year. Divorce is insanely difficult and heart wrenching for anyone---add two beautiful, precious, innocent little girls and well, it just compounds an already hellacious situation. But you know what, we got through it. I got through it. I'd like to believe I did so with dignity and grace and my sweet girls are thriving and happy as clams. I'd also like to think I'm much stronger than I ever believed myself to be--when you don't think you can handle much more, or get out of bed--you do. Because you have to. Because you have two sweet little people that depend on you and need you and deserve to have the best possible you. Because you know there is light at the end of a very dark tunnel. Because even though you think you have it the worst, there are others that would kill for your situation. Because you have to be an example of strength and there's time to cry after they go to bed. Well that's what I did...I leaned, too. I leaned on my family who when I tell you is phenomenal, well that's a hell of an understatement--never. left. my. side. Pushed me. Cheered me on. Kept me afloat. Made me laugh. Supported me endlessly. I leaned on my girlfriends---girlfriends are everything. I admitted weakness. I made mistakes. I asked for help (something I HATE to do). I did many things that I've never had to do before, but you see that's the beauty of it---even in truly trying times..there are blessings underneath the rubble. I realized just how blessed I am for the beautiful, selfless, and loving people in my life. I also blogged. I blogged regularly. You know why? Because that was a piece of normalcy amongst a shitstorm of chaos. It was my therapy (well so was my actual therapist--what a little angel she is). And there's my thank you to you all---THANK YOU for following continuously, thank you for the sweet comments, the opportunities, the repins, the retweets, the FB likes---all the ridiculous things that may seem so trivial were little sheds of light throughout my day. Truly you all--thank you! And now, I'm sure there's a million better and more poetic ways I could have typed this post but I just drove 8 hours, am flippin' exhausted, and this is as good as I've got. So let's cheers to growth, life experiences, health, family, and friends---and let's definitely cheers to a fantastic 2014! Be safe tonight, gang...enjoy and let's catch up in the new year--got a sneaking suspicious it's gonna be a good one!
look 1: blouse (J.Crew extra 40% off with code GIFTNOW), jeans (Paige), heels (Zara see similar HERE), bag (Galian c/o), bracelet (Sylvia Benson c/o), watch (Cartier), shades (Gucci), ring (Anna Beck), necklace (J.Crew, how about this GEM, 30% off with GIFTNOW)
look 2: blazer (Zara), sweater (GAP on SALE), blouse (J.Crew), sneaks (New Balance for J.Crew), jeans (Express), bag (Michael Kors), scarf (HM c/o), shades (Ray Ban), watch (Michael Kors), rings (Lagos, David Yurman)
Hoping everyone had a wonderful Christmas, made out like gang busters in the prezzy department, & got in lots of good family time! Ours was truly so very special (Exhibit A)
. But onto the rig now shall we? Sporting two totally different looks and yet both are very much 'me' and comfy to boot. These Guys are current faves being heavily rotated with just about any and everything in my closet. Makes for a perfect pairing with a silk blouse (loving THIS & THIS). And then there's my uniform of choice, a blazer, a chunky knit, and sneaks---it's about as comfy and cozy as they come. Enjoy your day, gang, make it a good one!
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A little holiday inspiration for what is sure to be a weekend filled with lots of celebration and cheer. It's funny, this style dress I typically don't gravitate towards; however, when I spotted it at Morton James, what with the color and flowy fit, I knew I had to sport it! For those of you both local and non, Morton James is a fab new boutique in the heart of Chevy Chase in Lexington. It is all about Boho-Glam and the decor alone will have you swooning. Couple that with the owner, Halie, whose eye for style is so damn spot on (I have a girl crush indeed), and you've got a boutique that is curated impeccably! I highly recommend you swing on in because they've got a lovely selection of holiday glitz & glam (along with cozy sweaters, denim, and leather for days)--they'll also ship out so non-Lexingtonians don't fear! And how 'bout me getting all crafty---my headband is actually a vintage belt! Go figure! Just a little reminder to continue to think outside the box with the details. Alright gang, I am wrapping up my work week so it has already been crazy busy (at Toys R Us at 6 am this morning snagging a few last minute stocking stuffers--that's IT--I AM DONE, damnit)!!!! Make it a great one and enjoy your weekend! Oh and one last tidbit...huge congrats goes to Kristeen Owens for winning the Beginners Photography Class session--it was a great turnout and lots of good feedback, so as a Thank You, Beginners Photography Class is offering 15% off NOW THRU SUNDAY with coupon code SEERSUCKER--so for all of you in need of last minute Xmas gifts, this is a goodin!
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