Bubblegum Pink

Sweater: Banana Republic similar here and here // Denim: Old Navy // Flats: Old Navy // 

Necklace: Benevolent Jewels (use code LFCODE20 for 20% off) // Earrings: Kate Spade //

Clutch: K Slademade (sale!!!) // Watch: Michael Kors // Bracelets: J Crew, Blush Bazaar // 

Lippie: High Tea // Nails: Lovie Dovie by Essie

Have you ever bought something you didn't really need, but thought it would be a great piece at some point down the road? That's the case with this sweater. I found this sweater the week after Christmas. Of course everything had gone to super clearance to make room for new items and I scooped this up for under $20!!! I haven't thought to wear it until now, and when I saw the great color combo with my bright red Old Navy flats... I knew this would make for a perfect Valentine's day look.

I have been on a major hunt the past couple days to find a dupe for you guys... I got several questions on Instagram about the sweater and I'm so glad you loved it as much as I do. I couldn't find anything that would work as an exact dupe as this one is sold out, but J Crew had a couple of great options and Banana Republic had a different color and pattern option in the same style. (See below for where to find the pieces)

I just love pink and red together.... I'm sure I'll take it overboard this week with it being Valentines Day, but I can't help myself. Any reason to wear my two favorite colors is a good thing in my book! 

My other obsessions of the moment are: my Benevolent Jewels necklace (can't get enough of their pieces!!!), my new Old Navy jeans, and my K Slademade clutch. All three are not only perfect for Valentines Day, but  also for everyday wear! I could throw all three pieces on with a white t-shirt and look pulled together and chic... Obsessed really doesn't explain my love and I'm sure you can see why!

Have a great day pretties! I hope you are as excited for Valentines Day as I am!

Thank you so much for reading!

Jewel Tones

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Jacket: Old Navy, almost sold out!!!// T-Shirt: Forever 21// Denim: Gap// 

Heels: Steve Madden, super sale!// Necklace: J Crew// Watch: Michael Kors// 

Bracelet: J Crew// Bag: Rebecca Minkoff// Lippie: St. Germain

 

Don't you just love jewel tones? I know they really resonate with the holidays, but jewel tones really can be just for everyday... all year long. I wore this Christmas Day when I was still feeling pretty terrible. I didn't feel like getting super dressed up, but wanted to look pulled together all the same. This baseball tee was a recent purchase from Forever 21, kind of a no brainer when it was $8.80. It was super soft... and fit the bill for our "Cozy Christmas" theme this year. I threw on my favorite distressed jeans from Gap, a statement necklace, and my purple heels and was ready to go.

My Christmas "peak" this year? These locks! I am beyond grateful to have received them just in time for Christmas! I feel like I'm back to my old self. A few months ago my hair stylist suggested I do a little cleaning up of my dead ends and let my hair grow healthy in the coming months for the wedding... but I have felt so completely naked without my hair! So, Luxy saved the day... I am obsessed with these... the best part is you really would never know! If you go back to older posts... this really just looks like my old hair. I warmed up the color which I like much better and here we are... Long, healthy, happy hair!

I highly recommend these extensions to anyone! The best part is they truly gear each piece to the right type of hair. I have super fine hair so the 120 g set in 18 was perfect for me. Another perk, the Luxy sisters have a million hair tutorial videos... so the possibilities with these babies are endless! 

I'm finally starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel with this sickness, thankfully. I had a wonderful holiday and I hope you did as well. 

Enjoy your weekend Lovelies!

Thanks for stopping by...

ps- We have a major change coming on the blog next week! Stay Tuned!!!

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Holiday Blues

Sweater: J Crew Factory, on sale// Jeans: Joe's// Heels: J Crew, similar// 

Bag: Michael Kors// Watch: Michael Kors// Earrings: Francesca's//

Bracelets: J Crew, Tory Burch// Lippie: Lady Danger

So... I've got the Holiday Blues.... (aka strep)!! When we did these pictures I had a different version of a Blue Christmas on my mind... Tables have turned; however, and I can barely swallow, let alone speak. Christmas Eve service this afternoon should be interesting! I do love blue for Christmas though. I feel like blue is one of the colors that gets lost in the mix of red, green, and all things plaid... and it really is a gorgeous color for the season. I found this sweater when out doing what I do best, buying too much for myself and not enough for everyone else. It was on super sale at the factory when the 50% off with an additional 20% was going on... STEAL! We are staying a little more casual for Christmas Eve with me being sick so I think this look will do just the trick.

I hope you have a wonderful Christmas Eve with family and friends. Let us be grateful for our blessings and not take a moment for granted. 

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Plaid for Christmas

Scarf: Forever 21, in store only, similar// Sweater: Forever 21// Jeans: 7FAM//

 Boots: Hunter// Bag: Michael Kors// Watch: Michael Kors// Bracelet: J Crew

In my opinion, Christmas and plaid go hand in hand. Plaid is such a classic print and can really help to pull together any look. Like everyone else I know, I am obsessed with blanket scarves right now! I have been loving the Zara one that can be seen wherever you turn, but never got around to ordering it... so finding this one over the weekend at our Forever 21 made me one happy girl. The print on this is a little bit more bold, but also came in at half the price ($12.80).

I wore this over the weekend during our annual visit to Dollywood to see the Christmas decorations. It had been super rainy all day so my Hunter boots were a must. It wasn't super chilly since we are having bi-polar weather here in Tennessee... so a cable knit sweater was plenty enough to keep me warm. I've worn this more times than I'd like to admit in the past couple weeks, but I just gravitate towards cozy sweaters right now. 

I hope you have a wonderful Monday and are as excited for Christmas as I am. I am still feeling pretty under the weather and am hoping this all clears up before Wednesday! Prayers appreciated!

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Classic Cool...

Vest: Forever 21, similar// Top: Jcrew// Denim: Hudson// Bag: Rebecca Minkoff// 

Heels: Stuart Weitzman// Watch: Michael Kors// Nails: OPI Big Apple Red// Lippie: Saint Germain

There is just something about a simple color combination mixed with some metal... So effortless... yet the look is pulled together and chic. Numero uno... this bag! I decided I needed a new purse when cleaning out my closet a few weeks ago. I had a couple ideas for what I wanted to go for, but hadn't completely decided on anything. One night I went perusing online and started looking again at the amorous satchel on Rebecca Minkoff's site.  I had been eyeing the black for some time, but the rose gold just struck me. I looked at it every couple hours and finally decided I had to have it! I was weary of how the metallic would translate in person... and patiently awaited it's arrival (shipping with them is a dream BTW). When it came I couldn't have been more pleased! Seriously! Best bag! It goes with everything, is saffiano leather which is SO durable, and looks so incredibly expensive... but for this kind of bag... wasn't. I am so happy with this purchase!

I also went searching for another faux fur vest that didn't break the bank.... I looked and looked and finally went with this one from Forever 21. I checked our store several times and was never pleased with the selection I found and came across this one on their website.  It has hidden pockets and is a little longer which I like. I also love the color! It almost has a feather-like effect rather than fur... but I actually am digging that! 

Two great pieces in one week... I'll consider that success! 

Hope you are having a great week prepping for Christmas! I cannot wait!

(I also have been sick this week so sorry for the delay in posting!)

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By the Tree...

Sweater: Forever 21 // Denim: Hudson// Flats: Asos, similar// 

Necklace: Jcrew (on sale)// Watch: Michael Kors// 

Bracelet: Jcrew// Coffee Mug: Anthropologie

Christmas is almost here: 9 days and counting! This week each post will feature a look that can be worn for the holidays. I know we all have a packed schedule the next week or so.... and there's no reason to look less than your best. Something we spend lots of time doing is having movie and cocoa nights by the tree. Sometimes Luke and I do this on our own... and sometimes with friends and family. It's not really the time to be wearing PJ's, especially if you have company. So, keeping cozy yet pulled together is a must. 

My go to for these occasions is a pair of comfy jeans and an oversized cable knit sweater. I found this one at Forever 21 for $22.80!!! If you are on the hunt for sweaters to bundle up in this winter RUN over there right now! So many to choose from and all $30 and under!!! 

With the color being so simple I jazzed up the look with a bright lip and statement necklace. This look would work just as well with the red version of the sweater.

I hope your holidays are off to a great start and that you have a wonderful Monday! 

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Christmas Cheer

Top: Michael Kors// Skirt: Forever 21 old, similar// Shoes: Jcrew, similar // Watch: Michael Kors// Bracelet: J Crew// Tights: Target// Bag: Rebecca Minkoff

The weekend is upon us, and considering we only have 20 days until Christmas (OMG!!!)... I thought I should spread some Christmas Cheer. I have to admit... the holidays bring both good and bad feelings for me. I lost my mother almost four years ago... and our family really hasn't been the same since. So, needless to say the holidays cause me to miss her even more than usual. Bright colors, sequins, and my favorite people seem to keep my spirits high so you can plan on seeing a lot of that around here the next  couple weeks. 

If Christmas cheer isn't your thing, maybe a little giggle will do the trick! Guess where I ended up wearing this get-up yesterday??? Waiting for AAA to come help me fix a flat tire!!!! My first one and I was devastated! To top it off... I was on my way to get these cray cray roots fixed!!! So excuse that for now... will be fixed Friday!

Happy Almost Weekend!!! I hope the week has treated you well and you're out there making the world sparkle!