Party Pants

On December 17, 2013December 16, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

I have been on the hunt for a pair of sequin pants for quite a while now. And believe me, it was much more difficult than I could have ever anticipated. So I was absolutely thrilled when I found this fantastic black pair of sequin pants at Bebe for a steal of a price. In my opinion, they are the perfect holiday party attire. And while I am loving them back to plaid, I can’t wait to style them more ways this holiday season!

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I can’t believe Christmas Eve is one week from today. In fact, I am so excited, I can hardly stand it. the Christmas season is my absolute favorite time of the year.

Hope you are having a wonderful week and enjoying all of the excitement and anticipation of the season-I know I certainly am.

Thanks for stopping by!

Buffalo

On December 16, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas3 Comments

I love plaid. Like really love it. But of all of the cute plaids I’ve seen this season, a classic buffalo check plaid just might be my favorite. And so when I saw this scarf at Gap (for 40%!), I knew it was coming home with me. And hats! Oh my gosh. I LOVE hats! I mean really, how easy (and fun) is it to just throw on a super simple outfit and a few cute accessories to really an outfit take it up a notch!

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Hope you all had a wonderful weekend! Thank you so much for stopping by!

Gifts Under $50

On December 13, 2013December 12, 2013 By all dolled upIn Favorite ProductsLeave a comment

Can you believe Christmas is less than two weeks away? I certainly can’t. And it certainly doesn’t leave much time to finish Christmas shopping! And so today, I bring to you some of my favorite gits of the season and all for under $50!!

Happy, happy weekend!!!

RED Top, RED Cup

On December 11, 2013December 11, 2013 By all dolled upIn Giveaway, Outfit Ideas1 Comment

I am all about the color red this season. From shoes, to bold red lips, to fancy, festive tops-even my holiday decor is full of pops of red. To me, red is the most wonderful color this time of year. And so today, I bring to you a post complete with not only a red outfit, but also my favorite drink ware for entertaining this holiday season (make sure you scroll past the outfit pics for Red Cup Living details and an ah-mazing holiday deal you don’t want to miss!)…

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Red Blouse: The Limited (40% off!!) | Vest: Calvin Klein | Jeans: 7 for all mankind (20% off!) | Necklaces: Basil The Cat (perfect Christmas gift), Jeweliq (sold out), silver version, similar gold | Bracelets: Banana Republic (sold out online, check in store), JCrew, Stella & Dot | Bag: Michael Kors Selma | Pumps: Sole Society (cutest, most comfortable pumps ever)

Looking for a unique Christmas gift this year? Then be sure to stop by Red Cup Living to check out their great assortment of Solo Cup inspired glasses. Thanks to my college years and nostalgia for those good old red Solo Cups, I was thrilled when Red Cup Living contacted me to review their prodcut. Red Cup Living is is a line inspired by a husband and wife team comprised of re-usable (totally durable), BPA free, dishwasher safe, Solo Cup inspired drink ware. Can you say amazing? And not only are they practical, but their red color makes them perfect for the holiday season. My personal favorites from the line (which I will most definitely be using for entertaining this holiday season) are the wine glass, and the beer mug, but there are many, many more choices on the website. Talk about a perfect Christmas gift starting at just $6!

Be sure to visit Red Cup Living this season, and use code REDCUP15 for 15% off your entire order!!!! I mean really, how perfect are these festive red cups for your holiday table???

Hope you are having a fantastic week. Thank you SO MUCH for stopping by!!!

**this is a sponsored post, but all opinions are my own**

Glam

On December 9, 2013December 8, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas1 Comment

I’ve learned a lot about my own personal style since I started on the journey of writing this blog. I’ve learned that I like pants and jeans. A lot. I only like to wear dresses and skirts in the warm summer months. I hate tights. But I really like button down shirts. I love jewelry and accessories, but even though I own a lot of fun costume jewelry (and good jewelry too), I find that I tend to gravitate towards the same pieces on a daily basis. And while I probably dress up a little more than most of my friends, I would still define my style as casual. I’ve learned that glam isn’t necessarily a go-to look for me, but it is definitely one that I enjoy every now and again-especially when I feel like changing things up during the winter months. And I have found that perhaps the easiest, no-fuss way to achieve a glam look (while still maintaining a casual vibe), is pairing a faux (of course!) fur vest, a pair of over-the-knee boots, some chic gold jewelry, and a bold red lip back to a simple sweater and favorite pair of jeans. A glam look that even the most casual of us gals can easily achieve…

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Sweater: Express, similar | Vest: Forever21 (sold out), similar, similar | Jeans: 7 For All Mankind | Necklaces: JCrew, Dillards(obsessed with this love necklace, btw) | Watch: Michael Kors | Purse: Steve Madden (old), similar, LOVE this one | Boots: Calvin Klein (on sale! plus get an additional 25% off with code FRIEND at checkout!)

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. I have been miserably sick, but still managed to salvage somewhat of a decent weekend-with the highlight being soaking my aches and cough away in the hot tub with Christmas music playing in the background, and snow falling all around. Sick or not, this really is the most wonderful time of the year!

Thank you so much for stopping by!

J and A After Dark

On December 4, 2013December 3, 2013 By all dolled upIn Giveaway, Outfit Ideas3 Comments

This fall, J and I decided that we wanted some updated pictures of the two of us. And so, we enlisted the help of our super talented friend Sam Kanzler of Kanzler Foto. She and her hubby had taken some photos of J and me a few years ago, and not only were they amazing, but the four of us became fast friends. Besides being incredibly talented, Mike and Sam are two of the most generous, kindest, and funniest people that I know. They are just those kind of friends you feel especially blessed to have found in life. And with that, here is a little preview of a few of my favorites from our photo shoot “Justin and Abby After Dark”…

**Photos Courtesy of Kanzler Foto**

HERS: Shirt: JCrew, similar, similar | Skirt: BCBGMaxazria (old),dying over this one | Necklace: JCrew | Bracelets: JCrew, Stella & Dot | Boots: Aldo (old), similar

HIS: Buttondown: Buffalo by David Britton | Vest: Gap, similar | Jeans: Levi 511 | Chukkas: Cole Hann (old), this year’s version

I hope you are all having a wonderful week and staying warm! We finally had our first big snow storm here in the SLC-we got about a foot at our house! I guess it’s safe to say it really is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Click here to enter the JUNIEblack giveaway! Winner will be announced Friday!

Boots

On December 3, 2013December 3, 2013 By all dolled upIn Giveaway, Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

I have a slight obsession with cognac boots-or more specifically these cognac boots. I wear them more than any other piece of footwear that I own and I am feeling pretty bummed that they are all but about worn out. And because I knew this would most likely be their last season, I have been on the hunt for a replacement pair all fall. And surprisingly I have had absolutely zero luck. Maybe I’ve set my standards too high, but how hard could it possibly be to find a pair in the right shade of cognac with a low heel (wedge or stacked), wide enough to fit my calves, that go with everything, and are neither too dressy, nor too casual? Apparently it’s nearly impossible. Looks like a trip to the cobbler is in my very near future-I need all the help I can get prolonging the life of these babies…

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And if you haven’t yet, please don’t forget to enter the JUNIEblake giveaway:

$25 Giftcard Giveaway to JUNIEblake

Winner will be announced Friday, so be sure to complete your entry and check back!

Hope your week is off to a fantastic start and that you were able to score some killer Cyber Monday deals!! Thanks for stopping by!

A Few of My Favorite Things

On November 27, 2013November 27, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

I love finding fashion inspiration on Pinterest and Instagram. And that is precisely where I stumbled upon the jacket and peplum top that I’m wearing in this post. Both were at the top of my shopping list this fall, and while I didn’t anticipate wearing them together, I am loving the structure and lines of the jacket back to the flirty and almost futuristic ruffle of the peplum. And while my hubs is a big fan of the jacket, peplum remains one of those styles that he just can’t wrap his head around. I guess we can add it to that list of fashions (along with fur vests and maxi dresses) that men just don’t understand…

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Jacket: Lookbook Store, similar, similar | Peplum: Torn by Ronny Kobo (My Habbit), long sleeve version, similar, similar, obsessed with this dress| Jeans: 7 for all Mankind | Necklaces: JCrew (30% off your entire purchase in store and online!!) | Bracelet: Lucky Brand | Watch: Michael Kors | Bag: Michael Kors Selma | Pumps: Sam Edelman (old), really wanting these

I LOVE the day before Thanksgiving. In fact, I love the day before just about any holiday. What can I say? I am an anticipation kind of girl.

And while there is so much I am thankful for, this year I am especially grateful for each and every one of you-my readers. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for stopping by, your engagement, your words of encouragement, for the friendships we are creating, and for all of the support! All Dolled Up would not be possible without you!

Wishing you and your families a wonderful, safe, and joyous Thanksgiving.

JUNIEblake (and a giveaway!!)

On November 25, 2013November 24, 2013 By all dolled upIn Giveaway, Outfit Ideas1 Comment

I can’t tell you how thrilled I was when JUNIEblake contacted me to see if I wanted to giveaway a $25 gift certificate to their shop to one lucky All Dolled Up reader. And so of course, I jumped at the chance to be able to share one of my very favorite online stores with all of you. Not only is JUNIEblake overflowing with the most adorable and fashion right pieces at prices that are affordable for just about any budget (not to mention perfect for any holiday event on your calendar), but for the ENTIRE month of November, JUNIEblake is giving a dress to someone in need for every dress purchased. Now THAT is my kind of fashion. Be sure to enter below (bottom of post) for your chance to win, and visit JUNIEblake to see their complete collection-I can assure you there is something perfect for everyone!

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While I am always sad to see the weekend go, I couldn’t be happier that this one is over because I am so excited for Thanksgiving. I. CAN. HARDLY. STAND. IT. It is one of my very favorite days of the year and I can’t wait to celebrate the day. J and I are hosing his family and a few friends this year and even though I’m a little stressed with all I have to do, I know that no matter what, it is going to be such a fantastic day!

Be sure to click on the link below for your chance to enter to win the $25 JUNIEblake giftcard giveaway. Winner will be announced FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6th. MUST be a follower of All Dolled Up via email (link on your right) to enter! Good luck!

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Happy Monday!

Mad For Plaid

On November 19, 2013November 19, 2013 By all dolled upIn Giveaway, Outfit Ideas3 Comments

I am obsessed with plaid. It’s all I want to wear, all day everyday. From button downs, to skirts, to pants, to jackets, plaid is at the forefront of my very favorite fall fashion trends. And one way to wear it that I am especially loving? Back to leather and lace. Duh!

Also, don’t forget, today is the last day to enter to win the gorgeous locket I am wearing in this post. Link below!

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Today is the last day to enter the fabulous giveaway with Basil the Cat! Click on the link below to enter for your chance to win the beautiful elephant necklace I am wearing in this post! Winner will be announced tomorrow, so be sure and check back!

Locket Giveaway!

And don’t forget, Basil the Cat is offering All Dolled Up readers 20% off of their enter purchase for the month of November-perfect timing for all your Christmas shopping! Just enter code AbbyDoll20 at checkout!

Thanks so much for stopping by!!!