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the day to night dress :: part 2

This fantastic day to night black dress is back again, and today I am dressing it down for casual day-wear. {See last Friday’s post here for the same dress styled in a dressier evening look.} This ensemble is ideal for a weekend trip, running errands or even a low-key dinner out.    …

valentines day gift guide :: for her

Girls, get ready to forward this gift guide over to your guy immediately.  To ensure he reads it in a timely fashion, be liberal with your use of the following words in the subject line:  fiscal, urgent, UFC, hunting, beer, sniper, protein, or anything to do with the Simpsons. He’ll…

the friday five

Five things I am currently loving, wearing, using and reading on repeat :: Kate Spade planner. I have tried lots of different planners over the past few years. I am loving the the size, layout and look of this one. It’s easy to tote around whereever I go, and still provides plenty…

one top :: two ways

Happy Tuesday, y’all!  The other day, I was just minding my own business, when I accidentally (on purpose) stumbled upon this top in Anthropologie.  I immediately began justifying it’s cost, because of the multiple ways I can wear it. (Cost per wear = low-ish. #girlmath) Since I’m all about rationalizing…

unexpected style

Merry after Christmas shopping, friends!  Because I know you smart little things are taking advantage of all the fun sales out there, yes?  Yes. (Unless your husbands are reading.  In which case, we are busy folding your laundry and making your dinner.) (My husband just died of laughter while frantically…

merry makeup & manicure ideas for the holidays

I am super excited to welcome my lovely beauty blogger and makeup artist friend, Jennifer Duvall of Jenny Sue Makeup, back to the blog today. Jennifer has become my go-to resource for all things make-up and beauty. I am constantly amazed by her tips and tricks, and how she mixes high-end…

gift guide :: for your man

{click item above to go directly to product} 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 // 8 // 9 // 10 Now, I’m not saying that any of the gifts above will make the men in  your life love you more…. But I’m not…

the holiday exchange party :: how to

If you’re like me, you’ll probably be participating in no less than 137 “exchange” parties this year.  Y’all know what I mean.  White elephant, Tacky Christmas, ornament, cookie, scarf exchanges…..it’s about to be ON. My favorite exchange party of the season is an annual Favorite Things party I do with…