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Summer MVPs

August 30, 2019 by jessica Leave a Comment

Madewell ruffle strap polka dot dress

With exception of the jumpsuit I wore in Portugal, this is my first outfit post of the year! I figured that now we’re on the cusp of Labor Day, I may as well show you an outfit that pretty much sums up what I’ve been wearing all summer: the sandals I’ve had wish listed for nearly three years and finally bought (worth every penny), a breezy prom dress, oversize rings by way of the moonstone beauties here and here (both c/o; also have this one), and that tote that probably has just a few weeks left before everyone grows tired of the PVC trend (but it’s on sale if you’re still digging it).

Madewell ruffle strap polka dot dress
Madewell ruffle strap polka dot dress
Madewell ruffle strap polka dot dress
Madewell ruffle strap polka dot dress
Madewell ruffle strap polka dot dress

Madewell dress (available here, here, and here) | Staud bag (on sale!) | Ancient Greek sandals | Moonstone rings (here and here; c/o) | AUrate earrings (c/o) | eaders in last generation undetectable hair prostheses

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Filed Under: Outfits, Style Tagged With: ancient greek sandals, AUrate jewelry, madewell, moonstone, polka dots, Staud, summer style

Falling for AuRate Gold Jewelry

October 15, 2018 by jessica Leave a Comment

Fotografie Kulissen

As I get older, I find myself drawn to unfussy, classic pieces that withstand the test of time — and honestly, those have really been the foundation of my closet and the items I wear over and over again. Take this Tory Burch coat, for instance. I added it to my wardrobe back in 2015 and I look forward to chilly weather every year so I can wear it again. The Prada sunglasses were my first designer pair and I still reach for them weekly. The bag? Well, we all know it’s something I’ll keep in my closet forever. That’s not to say that I haven’t made some sartorial missteps when curating my closet — I’m sure taking a look through the archives here will turn up some gems — but narrowing down my style and considering the longevity of each piece is not only a fiscally responsible decision, it’s a sustainable way to shop. Long gone are the days of hitting up the mall to find a cheap “going out” top and a bauble to match, only to add them to the donation bag a few months later.

One brand that has quickly made its way into the “classic-pieces-I’ll-keep-forever” category is AUrate. I introduced you to AUrate earlier this year, but I wanted to put the jeweler back on your radar this season when we’re all looking at making bigger investments in our wardrobes and starting to think about gift-giving and receiving. AUrate is a lot like Warby Parker or Everlane in that the brand seeks to create more transparency in their industry by cutting out the middle man to bring direct-to-consumer fine jewelry at fair prices without sacrificing quality or style. All of AUrate’s pieces are handmade in New York City by experienced jewelers and are guaranteed for life.

When I browsed AUrate’s collection with my own wardrobe in mind, I knew I wanted to go with a gold necklace. I have a few dainty options, but nothing that bridged the gap between a luxe piece of jewelry and an easy-to-wear everyday piece. This 14k gold bar necklace nails it. I put the necklace on immediately when it arrived two weeks ago and I’ve been wearing it every day since. It’s a moderate investment at $220, but it’s one of those perfect pieces you’ll treasure for years.

J.Crew drapey tie-neck top
Gucci Small Marmont Bag
AuRate Short Gold Bar Drop Necklace
J.Crew drapey tie-neck top
AuRate Short Gold Bar Drop Necklace
J.Crew drapey tie-neck top

J.Crew blouse | Tory Burch coat (old; also love this plaid coat and this one) | Gap jeans | Madewell loafers (also available in velvet) | AuRate necklace (c/o) | Wigs here | Prada sunglasses (old; similar)

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Thanks to AUrate for partnering on this post!

Filed Under: Jewelry, Outfits, Style Tagged With: #iamthelaundress, AUrate jewelry, AUrate review, bar necklace, Classic Style, fall style, gold necklace, outfit

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Jessica Hamm
Hello there! I'm a first-time homeowner updating a 1920s house in Madison, Wisconsin. I have a penchant for travel and a love of costume jewelry. Follow along for personal style, travel, and lifestyle content.

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