'Tis the season for: Mint

Happy Monday to you!  As we get closer and closer to the Holidays, I start scoping out my closet in attempt to start putting outfits together for all the celebrations.  These are a few of my favorite things from the good ole' American staple: J.CREW

The mixture of colorblock, studs, leopard print, and the classic cable knit just can't be beat!  And how cute are those bow stud earrings?!

So, what are you loving right now?  Are you thinking holiday parties too?!  Baby H is going to prevent me from shopping my favorite retailers this year so I'm living vicariously through you all...enjoy :)

Summa, Summa, Summa-time!

TGIF!  I was off work yesterday, so my day went a little something like this:

Wake up to precious kisses from the pup.

Coffee.  Immediately.

Toodled around Pinterest and found some fab hairstyle tutorials.

Sewed some pillows and shipped them off.  I just imagine people opening up the package with such excitement and it makes my heart happy.

Proceeded to Target, TJ Maxx and JoAnn's.

Made my new summer wreath.

Got some colour.

Discovered an AMAZING new blog and I'm secretly hoping we can be besties.  She rocks my socks off!  SHINE ON!

And through Instagram, it looked a bit like this:

My braided top knot...thanks Ashley!

I got a wreath form, and 4 individual stems from JoAnn's.  I pulled the blooms off and hot glued them around my form.  It cost $17 (after using 3 coupons on my JoAnn's app!) and took all of 30 minutes!

Well, I still need to work on my tan but my fingers and toes are ready for summer with O.P.I.'s You're a Pisa Work!

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Chunky Gold Goodness

What I Want NOW:




The Michael Kors and Chanel versions are a bit more than I would like to pay.  Luckily, I unpacked this beauty at work yesterday and decided to make my move.

For $35, I couldn't swipe my debit card fast enough!  Thank you Chico's for filling my chunky gold chain desires.



**all sources can be found on my Pinterest boards here

What I've Been Up To

I want to thank you all for the warm welcome back.  It feels great to be writing again and I can't wait to show you all what I've been up to around the house and my plans for the year.  It's going to be a busy one!

I want to start by saying blogging/writing is a passion of mine.  I have my B.A. in Journalism and while this little project is not my job, I sure am enjoying putting those creative juices to work a few times a week!  That being said, the shoppe has been keeping me very busy in my spare time and I couldn't be happier about that!  Some other big changes happened over the holidays...I got a new daytime job!  Yep.  I'm one of the newest members of Chico's FAS!  To give a shout out to the Chico's brand (and entice you to stop by a shop near you), I've put together a few of my favorite items in stores now!  Some I own and others I hope to own soon.  Enjoy!

ALL PHOTOS AND PRODUCTS VIA CHICO'S

Hurry...these beauties are going fast!  Feel free to take a look at the other Chico's FAS brands: White House|Black Market and Soma.

Pretty Little Things Roundup: Accessories

1. Leaf Wrap Ring by Hive and Honey on Piperlime-Piperlime is one of my favorite places for all things accessories.  Hive and Honey is a particularly affordable brand and this ring is perfect for every day or all those upcoming Holiday parties!

2. Follow the Omens Bracelets by Gretchen Jones-Each bracelet has unique etched patterns representing wisdom, luck, and abundance with an antique gold finish.

3. Sequin Splashed Scarf by Anthropologie-I love, Love, LOVE this scarf.  Again, another great piece for those Holiday parties, could work as a beautiful table runner, or every day with skinny jeans, booties and a cardigan.

4. Laozi Earrings by Anthropologie-Handmade by artist Jeanine Payer, each earring is etched with a separate inscription.

5. Kate Spade Pave Surround Studs-I'm an everyday stud wearer and these are simply beautiful.  I love the black diamond color too!

6. Color Block Necklace by Hive and Honey-This necklace would look beautiful paired with a cocktail dress or a leather bomber and riding boots.  Super versatile and affordable!

7. Platform Bootie by Nine West-I. love. these. shoes.  And they're on sale!

Let the Holiday parties begin!!

Psst...I'll be back tomorrow with my Thanksgiving Tablescape!

Oops...I Did It Again

I've been pinning my little heart out...again...to get some inspiration for fall!  After plugging in my Creamy Nutmeg wallflowers, I made my way to Joann's and picked up a cart full of fall crafting goodness.  Since I'm mid project, here's a little something to get you thinking about apple cider and pumpkin patches.  Bring on the Fall!

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Doesn't that make you want to throw on a snuggie and sip on some hot chocolate?  No?  Just me?  Well, I'm off to continue working on my wreath...hopefully I'll have it finished by Christmas, ha!


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