Baubles and Dots

On March 26, 2013March 25, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas, Uncategorized1 Comment

There are so many fun trends in fashion right now, that it’s hard to say just which one is my favorite. But one particular trend I am loving experimenting with is layering multiple necklaces. From chains, to sparkles, to pops of neon-pretty much anything goes. And like many of my favorite things in life, the more the merrier!

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Thank you so much for stopping by the blog today! I have some exciting things coming in the next couple of weeks that I can’t wait to share with you all-including a pretty awesome giveaway. So be sure and check back often!

Floral Frenzy

On March 21, 2013March 20, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas, Uncategorized1 Comment

It turns out that florals aren’t just for old couches and drapes anymore. But rather, they are a spring fashion must. And while the boldness of an all-over floral pant or top might seem a little overwhelming, it is definitely a trend worth trying. My favorite way to tackle this trend? Colorblocked.

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Another trend worth trying this spring? Cap toe shoes. A super fun and easy way to spice up an otherwise ordinary outfit.

Hope you are all having a wonderful week.

Wine Country

On March 12, 2013March 11, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

In my mind there isn’t much that can top a warm sunny day spent wine tasting with friends in gorgeous Sonoma. And because J decided to join me on a recent business trip to SF, we were afforded the opportunity to do just that. A perfect day filled to the brim with good food, sunshine, beautiful wineries, a stretch limo, lunch at my favorite restaurant, and of course, lots of laughter and memories shared with good friends we don’t get to see often enough…

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So I have to make a confession. I didn’t pack anything on my trip to wear to wine country. I made the assumptoin that I would have time to do a little shopping in the city, but ended up being so busy with work, that unfortunately that was not the case. But even though I had to do a little scrambling Saturday morning to put something together, it was a good reminder that a chambray shirt is a perfect (and easy!) choice for just about any occasion.

Emerald City

On March 8, 2013March 8, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas1 Comment

A while back, I wrote this post about emerald, Pantone’s color of the year. And given its current popularity, coupled with the opening of Oz The Great and Powerful tonight, what can I say? Emerald is on my mind…

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Another trend I can’t seem get off my mind? Peplum! So fun and flirty and so many ways to wear it. Currently, I am loving it layered over button downs.

Happy weekend, dolls!!

Switzerland

On February 27, 2013February 26, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

As much as I love to wear vibrant hues and accessorize with pops of color, sometimes I crave a more neutral palette. At the end of the day, sometimes it’s just hard to beat layers of monochromatic tones finished off with cognac accessories and gold jewelry…

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Today I am headed off to San Francisco for a little business trip followed by a weekend of fun in my favorite city by the bay (complete with a quick trip to wine country)! I lived in SF for 4 months on an extended work assignment last year. so as you can imagine, I am pretty darn excited to get back!

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Pink Punch

On February 26, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

I am finding that my bright pink Kate Spade bag is the perfect complement to so many outfits. And since pink and navy is one of my absolute favorite color combos ever, it was obviously the perfect accessory choice to brighten up a little blue on blue.

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I am finding myself becoming obsessed with hot pink lipstick as of late. And although I feel a little funny when I wear it (it is awfully bright!), I can’t seem to stop. My current favorite? MAC Candy Yum Yum. So in this season where bright lips rule, make sure it’s a trend you experiment with at least once or twice!

Come Fly With Me

On February 25, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas1 Comment

I am on the road a lot for work. And because I am in stores when traveling and have to wear all black, dressing for travel tends to be a fairly easy task. But when I travel for leisure, I find dressing for flights is not quite as easy. Comfort is key, but for me, sweat pants are definitely not an option. Instead, I like to select outfits that are not only comfortable and casual, but that are also just fashionable enough to have the ability to take me straight from the airport to lunch, dinner, drinks, or wherever I might need to go when I land!

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J and I spent this past weekend in North Dakota visiting his family before his parents make the move to Montana in April. It was a bittersweet trip, but we had a fabulous time and shared lots of laughs and memories with two very special grandma’s, Justin’s mom and dad, and an amazing group of aunties, uncles, cousins, and extended family. It was a very special weekend and I am feeling extra blessed to have married into such a wonderful family!

Hope you all had a fantastic weekend!

Color of the Year

On February 19, 2013February 18, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas, UncategorizedLeave a comment

My birthday falls in the month of May, which of course means that emeralds are my birth stone. And emerald green also happens to be one of my favorite colors. So you can imagine how thrilled I was when emerald was announced as the color of 2013. It’s a tough color not to love and I can’t wait to add more pieces in this rich, gorgeous hue to my wardrobe…

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I love mixing prints, but I also love mixing different patterns. And this outfit is a great example of both-with all of the pieces working together to create a look that is not only eclectic, but perfect for a vast array of activities and events. Can’t beat that!

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FPF: The Perfect Glossy Lip

On February 15, 2013February 15, 2013 By all dolled upIn Favorite ProductsLeave a comment

Bonne Bell Lipsmacker (you can find this in any drug store) | Smashbox Limitless Lipgloss | Chanel Glossimer Lip Gloss

I LOVE a good glossy lip. And while Chanel Glossimer remains at the top of my list, I also recently discovered another lip gloss that I am enamored with-and that is Smashbox Limitless Long Wearing gloss. It is a fantastic product and lasts an amazingly long time. BUT it is a touch sticky on the lip so I like to layer it with my favorite chapstick. And then recently, on a whim I layered on my favorite Glossimer (Sweet Beige) over the top and the results were perfect. An ultra glossy lip with incredible staying power and none of that uncomfortable stickiness!

Happy Weekend!

Etoile de Rock

On February 13, 2013February 13, 2013 By all dolled upIn Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

I love the combo of graphic tees and leather jackets (see this post). But another pairing on frequent rotation in my wardrobe this season is the combo of graphic tees and printed pants. It’s so unexpected but a great example of pattern play. And with the right accessories, can even make you feel like a bit of a rock star…

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I am so looking forward to Valentine’s day tomorrow. Because one of our best V-Day’s was spent on a backpacking trip in Thailand a few years ago, Justin and I have a fun tradition of indulging in our favorite Thai food every year to celebrate. Delicious take out and a nice bottle of wine (or two)? I wouldn’t have it any other way!

Hope you all are having a fabulous week!