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Four NYE Outfits for Any Situation

December 31, 2014 by jessica

It’s New Year’s Eve and do you know where your outfit is? If you’re like me, it’s probably at the mall. I barely knew what I was going to wear on Christmas Day. Planning something for a week later was laughable. No matter how you’re celebrating, I hope you have a wonderful evening and a happy and healthy new year. Thanks for following along and here’s to a stylish 2015!

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Whether you’re tired of the holiday hoopla or just want to use real crystal stemware, staying at home is a heck of a way to ring in 2015…even if it’s when your alarm finally wakes you up the next morning. Cozy up in an oversize menswear night shirt (with a lacy little bralette and matching thong underneath–you’re lazy, not dead) and channel surf right over to Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New  Year’s Eve with Ryan Seacrest. Nodding off? Treat yourself to a sparkly mani. The fear of smudging freshly applied polish should be enough to keep you up well past your bedtime.

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What better place to go overboard on champagne and eat an embarrassingly large portion of the cheese plate than with the comfort of friends? This is where you can let loose, play Cards Against Humanity, and admit to which card makes you giggle uncontrollably. These people accept those character flaws. Put a little effort in with a full satin skirt, bright lipstick, and a sweater that describes just how good you feel after all that Sofia. The sweater is a must. You’ll probably be crashing here later and will appreciate the comfort.

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Leave those intricate spangly ensembles (and astronomical dry cleaning bills) to the amateurs. After years of elbowing your way to the front of the line, you know just one thing will get you through this New Year’s Eve battleground, wardrobe unscathed: black, machine-washable clothing. A wayward vodka cranberry came tumbling toward you? No worries. Just dab it off with a bar rag and keep dancing! Better yet, when you’re shoulder-to-shoulder by the bar, no one will notice that you’re just wearing a black sweater, your favorite black pants, and a pair of sensible flats. Just be sure to don an incredible piece of statement jewelry so you look a little less like a burglar (and perhaps more like an experienced jewel thief…).

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If you’re headed to one of these shindigs, I understand your trepidation. Will others be friendly? Will your boyfriend act differently? What weird things will you learn about him? All of these unknowns come with one major upside: you can make a memorable first impression. Opt for a jewel-tone dress (quite possibly as red as the Solo cup you’ll be drinking out of), sparkly shoes, and a Happy New Year hat–the night’s must-have accessory.

Filed Under: Shopping Guide, Style Tagged With: new year, new year's eve

Shopbop Sale! Wear Now | Wear Later

December 30, 2014 by jessica

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Shopbop just threw its hat into the ring of fantastic post-holiday sales with an extra 25% off all discounted items. Of course, you could spring for a cozy sweater you’ll wear the rest of the season (it is the most practical choice with plenty of winter ahead of us), but I’m thinking something more versatile like a handbag. There are hundreds of handbags on sale, including Rebecca Minkoff’s Perry satchel and the darling bag above from Karen Walker.

A good handbag isn’t cheap, even with the extra discount, but I do think it’s where your money is best spent if you’re looking for just one beautiful piece to take you into spring. You’ll use a light, neutral bag long after the last snowflake melts with a lacy white dress and a pair of simple sandals from Splendid. Throw in carefree, glittery accents with a tassel necklace from Shay Accessories and retro sunglasses from Kate Spade. Until then, bundle up in an oversize coat with sensible black pants and Tory Burch’s snakeskin flats. (I have the blue pair and love them. Go with your regular size.) Add a bit of warmth with edgy rose gold accessories to complement the bag’s feminine hue.

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Disclaimer: I receive a shopping credit to Shopbop in exchange for sharing sale alerts and must-have items with you. However, my opinions and the content I choose to share are not influenced by this partnership. If you ever have questions about the brands I collaborate with, please let me know. 

Filed Under: Shopping Guide, Style Tagged With: sale alert, Wear Now Wear Later

Sale Alert | Shopbop & Piperlime

December 16, 2014 by jessica

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[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]T[/dropcap]here are just two things left to do on my holiday shopping list: find a few gifts for Dave and head to to the liquor store to buy bourbon for my dad. It’s fantastic timing too, given that there are a couple of incredible sales going on at Shopbop and Piperlime. I’m using this opportunity to find a little gift for myself that didn’t make it to my wish list.

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Shopbop’s sale just got even more tempting! Now through Wednesday, you can save an additional 20% off already-discounted items. It’s the perfect time to stock up on cozy sweaters and coats. (There’s still a lot of winter left and you may as well keep warm in cashmere, right?) Shopbop also has free three-day shipping, so you still have time to score a pretty cocktail dress for the season’s festivities. Don’t forget to add a little sparkle and a pretty clutch in preparation for New Year’s Eve. Still have gifts to buy for the gentlemen on your lists? Head over to East Dane and enjoy the same deep discount on their sale items. Use code EXTRASALE at checkout.

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Piperlime is also bringing its sale A-game just in time for the holidays with 25% off just about everything on the site with code SHOP25. This is the time you’ll want to scoop up all of those new arrivals that just caught your eye.  Even though this dress didn’t quite work out for me, I loved the quality of the fabric and might try this skirt or this dress from the brand. I’m also obsessing over these scalloped edge sandals. There’s no way I can afford this coat even with the discount, but it’s so pretty to admire!

 

Filed Under: Shopping Guide, Style Tagged With: piperlime, sale alert, shopbop

Sale Alert: 25% Off at Kate Spade

December 8, 2014 by jessica

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This “Green Monday” sale (seriously, when did that become a thing?) is too good to not to share. You can take 25% off everything at Kate Spade with code JACKPOT. I’m obsessed with the space-themed new arrivals, a collection full of navy and white (right up my alley). This dress is darling, as is this “Space Cadet” clutch, but my favorite piece is this chic clutch (below). I also have this wallet on my Christmas list in “celeste blue,” which is also available at Nordstrom.

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Filed Under: Shopping Guide, Style Tagged With: kate spade, sale alert

Best Budget Baubles

December 5, 2014 by jessica

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Over the next few months, I’ll be partnering with Shopbop to share some of the retailer’s most outstanding investment pieces and budget buys with you. I’m particularly jazzed about this collaboration because the brand’s only brick and mortar store, Bop, is right here in Madison! Over the course of the collaboration, I’ll be given the opportunity to add a few items to my closet and, while I feel like I should pick something classic (like a good leather satchel or a pair of black Ferragamo Varina flats), I really want to branch out and pick a few unexpected statement pieces like the “Jessica” canteen crossbody from Tory Burch.

Or, you know, jewelry.

A quick sort by lowest price shows that Shopbop has plenty of gorgeous gems for those on a budget. I put together a quick round up of my favorites, but I encourage you to peruse the baubles to find little treats for yourself or others this holiday season. After all, the holidays just aren’t the same without a bit of sparkle.

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UNDER $50
earrings by Rebecca Minkoff
necklace by Monserat De Lucca
ring by Gorjana
bracelet by Monserat De Lucca

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$50 – $100
earrings by Amber Sceats
necklace by Serefina
ring by Pamela Love
bracelet by Tai

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$100 – $150
earrings by Tory Burch
necklace by Lulu Frost
ring by Elizabeth and James
bracelet by Nocturne

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$150 – $200
earrings by Elizabeth Cole
necklace by House of Harlow
ring by Malene Birger
bracelet by Malene Birger

Filed Under: Jewelry, Shopping Guide Tagged With: jewelry, Shopping Guide, sponsored

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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.

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