Downtown

I am all about army green surplus jackets and they always seem to reign supreme in my closet this time of year. But truth be told, this camel color jacket has been my absolute favorite this season! It’s such a refreshing alternative to the ever popular olive-green jacket, and the gold hardware makes it feel extra special.  It really is the perfect piece to throw on with jeans for all of those weekend errands and last-minute Christmas shopping!!

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Jacket: Tommy Hilfiger via Macy’s (sold out online, but check in store!), LOVE this version for winter, similar, similar | Sweater: Banana Republic | Silk Tunic: Express (40% off! this top is perfect for layering on wearing on it’s low-a must have!!) | Ponte Pants: JCrew (on sale for 50% 0ff!!!) | Necklaces: Gigglosophy, House of Harlow | Sunnies: Karen Walker (less expensive version) | Bag: Michael Kors | Booties: Steven by Steve Madden via DSW

Wishing you all a FABULOUS weekend!!

Elbow Patches (and the BEST Cyber Monday Sales!)

I love elbow patch details-whether they are on a cute jacket or cardi-I am always a fan!  And when they are in tandem with stripes?  Forget about it!  It’s also an added bonus when your bag matches the berries on the bushes you are shooting in front of! 🙂

And if you didn’t get your shopping fix over the weekend, don’t forget to scroll to the bottom of the post for a complete list of coupon codes and sales happening for Cyber Monday!!!!! I’m also announcing the winners of the R+F Skincare giveaway-thank you to everyone who entered!!

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Cardigan: c/o TaraLynn’s Boutique, similar, similar (30% off today!) | Tunic Tank: Express (on sale!) | Ponte Pants: INC via Macy’s (on sale!) | Necklaces: Gigglosophy, The Limited (50% off!) | Sunnies: Karen Walker (on sale!!!!) | Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs | Boots: Steve Madden (older style), similar, LOVE these

And a HUGE CONGRATS to the following winners of the R+F Mini Facial Skincare giveaway!

1. Jes Duarte

2. Lisa from Life as Lisa Knows It

3. Lisa Rodriguez

4. Erin Murphy Calderon

5. Keri Bush

We will be contacting you via email to get your mailing addresses so that we can get your packages in the mail right away!  Congrats again!  I am SO excited for you guys to get to try R+F!!!  And if you are interested in trying R+F but didn’t win, GO HERE to take the test to see which skin care regiment is right for you (I use Redefine!)!!

And now, (drum roll please!!), here is your complete guide to the BEST Cyber Monday deals (and what I bought or am wishing for, hint, hint Justin!!) happening right now!  Happy shopping lovely ladies!!!!

Lulu Frost: 25% off your purchase with code: LULU25

Joie: 25% off your purchase with code: THANKS

6pm: 15% off your purchase with code: 6PMCYBMON113020141535 (I’ve got my eyes on these AND they’re under $75!!!)

ASOS: 30% off your purchase with code: ILOVEMONDAYS

Banana Republic: 40% your purchase with code: CYBER (I just purchased this and LOVE it!)

GAP: 40% off your purchase with code: CYBER (I am LOVING this and this)

Old Navy: 40% off your purchase with code: (I bought this and this)

Piperlime: 30% off your purchase with code: CYBERSALE (it’s THE PERFECT time to buy my favorite Clare Vivier leopard clutch for a steal-it goes with everything; In fact, I love it so much, I’m dreaming of this for Christmas)

Current Elliott: 25% off sitewide with code: THANKS (I’ve got my eye on these)

CWonder: 40% off sitewide! (this, this, this, and this are all perfect gifts AND under $50!)

Forever21: 20% off purchases of $60+

French Connection: 40% off sitewide with code: FC40BF

JCrew: 30% off regular price items, extra 40% off sale with code: MONDAY (I purchased this and this)

JCrew Factory: 50% off everything AND take an extra 10% off and FREE shipping with code: YOUVEGOTSALE (I bought this and this, and it’s a perfect time to stock up on my favorite pants)

Also be sure to check out Macy’s, Bloomingdales, Shopbop, and Nordstrom for other fantastic sales and amazing deals happening today!

Happy Cyber Monday, dolls!!!!

 

Neon Crush

Clearly I am obsessed with neon yellow right now.  It is such a bright and happy color and just oozes summer time to me.  So when I saw this neon yellow lace dress at JCrew, I knew it was the perfect thing to add to my closet.  And because I wanted to be able to wear it not just on special occasions, but on casual ones too, pairing it back to an uber cool surplus vest seemed like just the ticket to tone it down a notch.  And if you’re a regular follower of this blog, then you know I love a good completer piece.  But be sure to check back later this week, as I’ll be showing you how I wore this dress without the vest too!

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Photos: LC Photography

Dress: JCrew(on sale!) | Vest: Tommy Hilfiger via Macy’s (old), identical | Necklace: Kenneth Jay Lane | Cuff: Forever21 (last summer), similar | Clutch: Clare Vivier, LOVE this one, and this one | Sunnies: Karen Walker, similar version (under $10!!) | Pumps: Jessica Simpson (on sale for $35!)

Hope you all had a wonderful weekend!  I have to tell you guys, my travel schedule has been so crazy, between vacation, work, and a bike race this weekend for the hubs, I woke up in 5 (5!!!) different town last week.  So I couldn’t be happier that I am going to be home (and sleeping in my own bed!) for the next two weeks!  Hallelujah!

Happy Monday, dolls!

 

 

Back To Basics

Sometimes when I am shooting outfits for the blog, I feel like I need to layer on extravagant jewelry and accessories, and create outfits with lots of details and interest.  I mean obviously, those types of things photograph better, and I, of course love the challenge of coming up with unique combinations of patterns and accessories to share with you guys (not to mention that it keeps you all interested)!  But on a daily basis, my style is really pretty simple.  And so today, I thought I’d take you back to the basics and share with you an outfit you would most likely catch me in during the work week: a go-to pair of black skinnies, a comfy button down, minimal jewelry, and a great pair of pumps.  Ok, ok, so maybe the pumps aren’t so basic.  But what can I say?  Shoes are my weakness!

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Button Down: Gap (on major sale!) also love this one, and this one

Skinnies: American Eagle

Necklaces: Monogram (gift) LOVE this one, Tiffany and Co.

Bracelet: Stella & Dot

Watch: Michael Kors

Sunnies: Ray-Ban 62mm

Bag: Coach Bleecker Riley Carryall

Heels: Report Signature via DSW (under$50 and SUPER comfy!)

Lips: Sweet Experience by Mac (limited edition!)

And to see more of my casual, everyday fashion, be sure to follow along on Instagram.  If you caught Friday’s post, then you know I post a lot of outfits on Instagram that don’t necessarily always make it to the blog.

THANK YOU so much for stopping by!

P.S. Can you believe the snow on the mountains behind me?  We had been having such gorgeous weather and then over the weekend, it turned on a dime.  Gotta love spring in the Rockies!

 

Rad Plaid

I am a pretty tried and true JCrew and Gap girl when it comes to my beloved button downs.  And I rarely (if ever) venture outside of this cozy comfort zone.  However, since I didn’t have any luck with either store on my hunt for a light gray plaid shirt this spring, I was forced to venture out.  And I have to say, I am glad that I did because I am absolutely LOVING the fit and style of this Ralph Lauren Denim and Supply top. It is slightly longer in the back, the fabric is light and airy, and the fit is fantastic. In fact, it’s been such a popular shirt at Macy’s, it’s been selected as a customer favorite. And you know what that means?  More prints and patterns to come!  I know I’ll be on the lookout to add some additional versions of this fantastic shirt to my closet!

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Button Down: RL Denim and Supply via Macy’s

Skinnies: 7 for all mankind, non-distressed version (on sale!)

Necklace: JCrew

Watch: Michael Kors

Ring: Touchstone Crystal

Clutch: Michael Kors (old) similar, obsessed with this one

Pumps: Jessica Simpson (on sale for under $40!!)

Lips: YSL #1

I hope that you are all having a fantastic start to your week.  Thank you so much for stopping by!

 

American Eagle Part Three

Happy Friday everyone!  And welcome to the third and final installment of my Bloggers Do It Better feature with American Eagle!  This outfit was my personal favorite of the three. Which should come as no surprise, because as I’ve said time and time again on this blog, there is nothing I love more than mixing something sweet back to something a little more gritty-especially when there is a little (or a lot) of sparkle involved…

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Outfit #3

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Dress: Posh Boutique (in Nashville, TN, brand is Karlie-cannot find it anywhere online), similar, similar | Necklaces: JCrew (sold out), JCrew, JCrew | Bracelets: JCrew, Stella & Dot | Watch: Michael Kors | Sunnies: Rayban | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Booties: c/o American Eagle

Thank you all so much for the amazing outpouring of love and support this week.  Y’all sure know how to make a girl feel special.  Wishing you all a fantastic weekend.  Thanks so much for stopping by!!

Stormy Weather

While I spend a lot of time on the road for my job, one of the perks of all of the travel is that every couple of months, I get to take a trip back to my home state of Montana. And depending on the time of year and our schedules, sometimes it works out (like it did this past weekend) that J can come and join me and we can sneak in a long weekend in one of our favorite places-which also happens to be where we first met. And while the weather was cold and stormy (which required a little more layering than I’m used to this time of year), we still managed to have a great time with friends, visited all of our favorites places (and discovered some new), and were even able to sneak in a few miles on the bikes in between showers…

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Blazer: H&M (old), similar | Striped Top: Calvin Klein | Destroyed Skinnies: Else (on sale!) | Flower Necklace: Groop Dealz, similar | Bracelets: Kate Spade, Stella & Dot, JCrew | Watch: Michael Kors | Clutch: Coach | Pumps: Marc Fisher (on sale!)

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend!  I know I for one can’t wait for our next trip to Bozeman.   Such a fun little town packed with so many good memories.  

And if you haven’t already, don’t forget to enter the JCrew $50 gift card contest here!  It runs through Wednesday at midnight.  AND they are having a huge sale right now, so it’s the perfect time to shop!

Thanks for stopping by!

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My Vest Accessory

When I originally put this outfit together, it was sans vest. But one thing I have learned about blogging is that sometimes, the more layers and jewelry you pile one, the better the photos turn out. Apparently there are some instances where more is more! But I have to say that I think the vest really made this outfit complete, and not just for the sake of blog photos. And so, it should come as no surprise, that I am absolutely loving the vest trend again this summer. So if you haven’t already, denim or surplus, it’s time to add one to your closet!

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Popover: JCrew | Vest: H&M, similar, similar, similar, similar | Skirt: Kensie, similar | Bracelets: Kate Spade, Stella & Dot | Belt: American Eagle (old) | Sunnies: Gap | Watch: Michael Kors | Pumps: Aldo

Hope you are all having a wonderful week.  Mine has been beyond crazy and I am so looking forward to the long holiday weekend and having family in town.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Archive Brights

Ok, ok so even though it’s been really cold and rainy here, don’t mind the background of these photos, because we don’t actually have any snow on the ground here in the SLC (well at least in the valley!). But rather, I was going through my outfit archives and realized that I never shared this little gem of an outfit with you all! And something about the combo of neon purple and rich, cobalt blue made me want to blog about it. I absolutely love mixing two bold colors together-especially these two colors.  They are the perfect pairing to brighten those sometimes dreary spring days…20130520-231232.jpg

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Boyfriend Shirt: Gap (old), same shirt in new colors | Skinnies: American Eagle | Necklaces: JCrew, Francesca’s, similar | Bracelets: JCrew, Stella & Dot | Watch: Michael Kors | Leopard Belt: Express, similar | Sunnies: House of Harlow | Bag: Kate Spade, similar | Pumps: Nine West

I woke up with a heavy heart this morning thinking about the lives lost and all of those affected by the tornadoes in Oklahoma.  Life is so fleeting and so incredibly precious.  And tragedies like these are a good reminder to treasure your loved ones and appreciate each and every day to the fullest, because really, we never know what tomorrow might bring.  Sending my love, thoughts, and prayers to the Midwest.

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The It Factor

There is always an “it” piece for me every season. Okay, well maybe a few different, “it” pieces. But whether it’s a pair of shoes, a new handbag, or a some sort of fabulous accessory, there are always bound to be a couple of key things that will top my wish list and be on constant rotation in my closet. And I have to say that this season, it’s safe to say that my pretty rosette necklace is going to be one of those pieces…

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Plaid Button Down: JCrew (old) similar, similar | Skinnies: American Eagle | Rosette Necklace: T+J Designs (via Haute Look), similar | Sunnies: Hilfiger | Watch: Michael Kors | Bag: Kate Spade (on sale!!!!) | Pumps: Aldo

I initially fell in love with this necklace when I spotted it in JCrew at the beginning of the season.  But as enamored as I was, I just couldn’t bring myself to pay the hefty retail price tag for it.  And boy am I glad that I waited.  Not only did I get an amazing deal on the T+J version (which is excellent quality, by the way), but I was also able to pick it up in another color. I am going to have so much fun styling this necklace over the next couple of months-I can’t wait!

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