Holiday Gift Ideas Under $30

Holiday Gift Ideas Under $30
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‘Tis the season.  And with it comes an abundance of giving and receiving.  But fortunately, you don’t have to break the bank to give a gift that delights.  And so, today I bring to you my top gift picks under $30.  I mean really, how can you beat these prices?  And next week I will be back with my top picks under $50.  Hope you all are having a fabulous week!
Happy shopping!!!!
xx

Sun Drenched

I know that the general rule of thumb when blogging is to share clear, clean photos. In fact, I am already stepping out of the strictly-adhered-to-norm by using Instagram and my iPhone to write this blog instead of Photoshop and my SLR. And even though I try my best to share the clearest of photos while still integrating everything fantastic about Instagram, truth be told, sometimes I am more drawn to the creative than the clear. And so, today I share these photos with you. Because really, how often do you get to soak up this much sun in the month of December????

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Mixed Media Jacket: American Eagle (sold out online, but check in store), similar

Pink Sweater: JCrew Factory

Jeans: American Eagle Hi-Rise Super Skinny

Heart Pendant: Tiffany and Co.

Bracelets: Tiffany and Co.

Watch: Michael Kors

Sunnies: Steve Madden via TJMaxx, similar

Cross Body Bag: Betsy Johnson

Boots: Nine West Vintage America

I have to share with you how amazing this mixed media jacket is. If you follow this blog at all, you understand that I am quite fond of surplus and leather jackets. So when I saw this number at American Eagle, a perfect combination of two of my favorite fall fashion trends, I was pretty sure they made it specifically for me. So I obviously had to buy it. 😉 And besides being incredibly comfy and stylish, it is also lightly insulated-which means I will be able to wear it a little longer than my other surplus jackets this winter. Hooray!

xx

P.S. Here’s a little clearer shot of the jacket, just because it is so amazing!!

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Primary

I love my red skinny jeans. In fact, I’ve found over the last year or so that despite their vibrant hue, they are just about as versatile as blue jeans. And in addition to going with just about anything, they are also just plain fun. Especially when mixed with the unexpected-like neon and snow leopard.

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Instagram Filter:  Rise

Snow Leopard Shirt:  JCrew, similar, similar

Red Skinnies:  Else by Joe’s Jeans

Sunburst Necklace:  House of Harlow

Neon Belt:  Macy’s, similar

Gold Watch:  Michael Kors

Gold Bracelet:  Oia Jules

Silver Bracelets:  Tiffany and Co.

Shoes:  Aldo for Nordstrom, similar, similar

I love mixing primary colors together-there is just something so refreshing and simple about the combination.  It’s sort of like going back to the basics.  But a word to the wise, when mixing primary colors, limit yourself to two at a time.  Otherwise, you might end up looking more like a finger painting project you did in the 1st grade rather than a fashionista.

Hope you all had a fantastic weekend!

xx