Style – Page 93

Covetable

December 11, 2014 by jessica 9 Comments

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This beach-themed Covetable post is a departure from the holiday sparkle and cocktail dresses we’re all hunting for right now. However, we’re considering a trip to Florida in January and I just want to shop for warm-weather pieces. Surprisingly, last summer’s Tory Burch sandals are still available for just $132. I have a pair of heels from the same collection that are a little snug, but I just might give these a shot. I’m also planning to snag this pair of sandals. This scallop detail is irresistible, plus I have a discount code and reward coupons to bring the price down substantially.

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I know the bag featured above is staggeringly expensive for most of us. You can snag a similar vintage version on eBay. (Remember when raffia bags were in vogue? I wasn’t going to spend a boatload on a new one and bought a vintage version on eBay for around $10. So much cheaper and you get the satisfaction of telling people it’s vintage when they ask about it.)

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And speaking of handbags, a friend from college now manages a Chicago-area Tory Burch store and gave me a Friends & Family coupon for 30% off a purchase through the end of the month. I also received a $200 Visa gift card from work as a holiday gift. It’s the perfect storm for a purchase, right? I really want this bag. The mod design makes my heart skip a joyful beat. Or, should I pick something more practical like this satchel? It’s still on the smaller side, but will probably fit my camera. Decisions, decisions.

Sale Alert: 25% Off at Kate Spade

December 8, 2014 by jessica 5 Comments

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.

Weekend Guide

December 6, 2014 by jessica 1 Comment

WEAR
Pantone just announced the sophisticated color of the year for 2015.

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SHOP
It’s a little too impractical to wear these d’orsay flats now, but they’ll be on repeat come spring. A metal plate ankle strap adds a touch of sophistication.

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BAKE
Salted caramel turtle thumbprint cookies look divine.

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ADMIRE
I’m lusting after every look in Tory Burch’s mod pre-fall collection. You have to click through to see the jewelry, especially the oversize pendants.

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LEARN
Delve into Cartier’s history in this coffee table tome. (I received a review copy and I’ll share more details next week.)

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READ
Or look at pictures, rather, of falling cats contorting their bodies to land safely. The photos were used to train astronauts in the ’60s.

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REMINDER
Enter to win jewelry from Gerard Yosca’s latest collection.

Holiday Finery

December 2, 2014 by jessica 15 Comments

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]T[/dropcap]here’s so much pressure to buy a new holiday dress each year and I certainly succumbed, convincing myself that the holidays just wouldn’t be complete without a new satin or sequin frock. After hours of online searching (and a handful of returned rejects), I turned to my own closet and chose this simple black dress. I bought it last summer at Kohl’s and was grateful for the breezy style on those sweltering days. I even brought it to Belgium with me, wore it in Amsterdam, and donned it on the plane home. I never expected that it would be such a pretty canvas for Gerard Yosca’s holiday jewelry (check back tomorrow for a special holiday giveaway!). I added my favorite pumps and a matching mani for a bit of playfulness and made sure to adhere to each of Gerard’s tips for refined holiday dressing.

DETAILS

Dress: Kohl’s (similar)
Shoes: Kate Spade (available in classic colors and red)
Necklace: c/o Gerard Yosca
Earrings: c/o Gerard Yosca
Ring: c/o Julie Vos (similar)
Clutch: DVF (also love this printed version)
Lips: Stila “Fiore”
Nails: YSL “Bleu Celadon” (similar)

Holiday Shopping with Zappos

December 1, 2014 by jessica 9 Comments

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]I[/dropcap] don’t know about you, but I still have plenty of people to check off my holiday shopping list. The thought of spending hours scouring multiple sites for the perfect presents is overwhelming, which is why I’m wrapping up my gift giving with a single shopping destination for clothes, shoes, accessories, and more: Zappos.

I recently had the opportunity to experience just how stress-free shopping with Zappos could be. As part of a collaboration with the retailer, bloggers were paired up for a Zappos Present Palooza and tasked with purchasing a present that suits the style of her giftee. I was partnered with Jessica over at Lipstick, Heels and a Baby. The gorgeous momma-to-be and I have pretty different styles, which was a little daunting at first. (No one wants to give someone a gift she doesn’t love!) But I’m happy to share that Zappos made it easy to find a gift to brighten her holiday. Once I narrowed down the product category to Bags & Handbags, I was able to sift through the results by brand (the gal loves Rebecca Minkoff!), color, and price to find this beautiful crossbody. I still had part of my budget left, so I headed off to the jewelry section in search of a pair of earrings. It seems that Jessica and I were on the same wavelength! I received this darling Kate Spade crossbody bag in Saffiano leather (see it in action here) and a pair of earrings by the brand. If you’re not sure where to start, the Zappos Gift Guide has plenty of ideas to delight those on your list.

After you’ve made your selections, Zappos makes it easy to send the items directly to the recipient with fast, free shipping. (Consider signing up for Zappos VIP service for free next business day shipping.) If your gifts somehow fall short, Zappos offers a 365-day return policy and world-class customer service to make sure your loved ones are ecstatic about their gifts (or their exchanges if it comes to that). Happy Shopping!

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