feeling 90s

This dress totally reminds me of the 90s cool kids -- but without the jellies and butterfly clips. Updating it to the 21st century with super straight hair and simple black and white -- I swear I'll cry when summer is gone and I have to put these sandals in storage.

TGIF!

{Urban Outfitters dress; Zara sandals (similar); Michael Kors bag; bracelets-- JCrew, Catbird}

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sporty meets girly

In case you haven't noticed, I love a good pattern. I spotted and obsessed over this adorable caterpillar printed skirt from the one and only Lilly Pulitzer last summer -- it had me at scalloped edges -- and scored it at Rue La La's last LP sale. And in case you haven't noticed, I tend to mix that pattern with a stripe. For me, the best way to tie these two together is with a great jacket, like this Aeropostale bomber jacket. Perfect colors, shape and sporty vibe to an otherwise girly look. (Plus it's on sale).

{Aeropostale jacket c/o (on sale!); JCrew top (old, love this one); Lilly Pulitzer skirt (last season via Rue La La, check eBay, or similar shape); Madewell flats (similar, similar in a different color) ; Coach 'Willis' bag; Catbird bracelet; Urban Outfitters sunnies (old, but similar)}

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weekend in black white pink

This weekend, I'm feeling brights -- especially bright fuchsia. I found these pink beauties on the Anthro sale rack (still considering whether or not to pull the trigger), and love the idea of staying simple: pops of color and white, with boyfriend jeans and a quirky hat to keep it weekend ready. 

{Raoul peplum top; Rag & Bone boyfriend jeans; Loren Hope earrings; Anthropologie heels; Urban Outfitters cap}

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foxes + bow ties

Foxes wearing bow ties. Bow ties on foxes. 

Of course I bought this.

The men's section is forever my favorite place to find great, easy-to-wear shirts. Perfect for days when you hit the snooze button one too many times, and need to run out the door like five minutes ago. It's super easy to throw on and layer with other patterns for that polished, yet perfectly causal look. Although neither my brother nor my bf would be caught dead in this, I can't stop, won't stop borrowing from the boys. 

{JCrew jacket (old, but love this Gap jacket); Hawkings McGill Foxy Oxford (men's via UO); JCrew Pixie pant; Kate Spade flats (old, but similar on sale!); Coach Legacy Duffle in 'Black Cherry'; bracelets: Catbird, JCrew; YSL lip stain #14} 

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valentine's day gift guide: for him + her

With only 10 days until Valentine's Day, I made a list of extra sweet v-day gifts to gift your sweetheart this year (or treat yourself with -- that beaded necklace has my name on it!):
HERS 1. Arrow Cuff $60 2. Butter London Lacquer in Chancer $15 3. Je T'Amie Heart Necklace by Yellow Owl Workshop $33 (sale via fab) 4. Hey Foxy Valentine's Day card $8 5. Romeo + Juliet Book Clutch $325 6. Beaded Rose Necklace $128 7. Contessa Bow Pumps $278
HIS 8. You're a Fox Card $5 9. Sperry Top-Siders $110 10. Big Nail Bracelet $50 11. Godiva Milk Chocolate Cigars $15 12. Heart Print Hat $24 13. Rouge Double Chocolate Stout $14 14. Swiss Army Knife $54
::hoover for numbers::
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unplugged + loving grey

How was everyone's Thanksgiving/Black Friday/Cyber Monday weekend?! 

I was really good and only bought 1 thing (release the confetti, angel choir and sighs of relief via my bank account), and will be sharing my find with you guys in the near future. I've never been a Black Friday person, but hit up the weekend sales last night. Other than that, I've been unplugged since Thanksgiving. And man does it feels nice to let technology lie and focus on other things like family, food and my current go-to color: grey -- in shades of dark, light and holiday glitter.

{JCrew top + Minnie pants; UO blouse (old); Coach bag; Zara heels (old but similar: flats here + here, heels here (LOVE THESE! cc: Santa Claus)); Juicy Couture watch (v. similar); JCrew necklace (on sale check your stores + similar) Sephora lip stain in 'Always Red'}

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the holiday gift guide: gifts for guys

Gifting for guys can sometimes be tricky, but I've gathered a list of thoughtful and manly options all comfortably priced under $150 that goes a little beyond giving a case of beer (although that would go great with any of these gifts, and probably much appreciated too).
1. Camera Lens Mug $28 2. JCrew Factory Sherpa-Lined Flannel Jacket (sold out online, but check your stores) $45 (on sale + 40% off)  3. Around the World Leather Watch $34 4. Old Navy Men's Boxers $8.50 5. Ted Baker London 'Para' Cuff Links $90 6. Phoebe Richardson Skeleton Espresso Cup Stack $85 7. Recover Wood iPhone 4/4S Case $38 8. WTF Stamp $9 9. Moose Head Wall Hanging $105 10. Leatherman Mut $149 11. Original Blend Gift Subscription (delivered monthly for 2, 3, 6, or 12 months) starting at $38 12. Polo Ralph Lauren Tartan Reversible Scarf $40.60 13. Camelbak H.A.W.G. Hydration Pack $120 (on sale) 14. Coach Deerskin Glove $148 15. The Art of Shaving: The 4 Elements Kit $25 16. Beer Tasting Tool Kit $24.95 17. Eastland High Fidelity Boot $110 18. Rugby Silk & Leather Skull Wallet $45.50 19. Anonymous Ism Deer Socks $28 20. Cashmere Hat $68 21. Old Navy Patterned Crew Sweater $32.50 22. Men's Backup Battery for iPhone $39.50 23. Ray Ban Classic Wayfarer $150
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the holiday gift guide: under $25

Since our first snowfall came and went (on the east coast at least), it's beginning to look a lot like Holiday Shopping Time. Boo, I know. To help relieve the headache that holiday shopping often is, I've made a list* of little somethings that are all under $25 (and totally cute):

1. J. Crew Fair Isle Socks $16.50

2. Mr. & Mrs. Cocktail Glass Set $18

3. Urban Outfitters Camo iPhone Case $16

4. Kate Spade Bobby Pins $18

5. Forever 21 Bow Bracelet $10.50

6. Stila All is Bright Lip Glaze Set $25 (a $110 value)

7. Ban.do Heart Shoe Clips $25

8. Madewell Bulldog Studs $18

9. Free People Arrow Midi Ring $18

10. Gap Reverse Fair Isle Hat $19.95
11. Honey Dew Lace Boyshort $18 each
12. Knock Knock Procrastinator Pen $14
13. The Perfect Start to Your Day Cookbook $19.95
14. Sir Walrus Bottle Opener $18
15. Debora Lippmann 'Cleopatra in New York' Nail Lacquer $18
16. Old Navy Men's Camo Shirt $25 (on sale + limited online, but check your stores)
17. Fresh Balsam Candle $20
18. Jeweliq Royal Bubble Earrings $17
19. Fraidy Cat Flashlight $9.99
20. Colorful Fair Isle Gloves $8.80
21. The Little Dictionary of Fashion by Christian Dior $20
22. Kate Spade Supercalifragilipstic $25

*rollover to see the numbers! adorable sequins thanks to pugly pixel

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Congrats to the Jeweliq Giveaway WINNER: 
Shira of Sequins & Polka Dots --Lucky #1!! 
Keep reading for more giveaways + thanks to everyone who entered xo

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americana

As much as I wish I had 200+ dollars to spend on Equipment's shirts (because I love them and their library of prints/shapes/fabrics), for now I would rather spend my 200+ dollars elsewhere. Maybe someday this mindset will change, but for now I will settle for it's less expensive cousin and window swoon shop 'till I drop. Or else I would be wearing said shirt everyday for six months -- and that's just boring.

{UO blouse; Target shorts (old); JCrew belt; Madewell flats; Longchamp tote; Bimba and Lola bracelet}

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purple heat

Staying cool in shades of purple, and an oversized blouse. 

Happy second day of summer!

{Urban Outfitters top; Victoria's Secret shorts; Zara sandals; Target belt; Ray Bans}

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