[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]P [/dropcap]earls may have stole the show this year, but I’m in the mood for something more opulent now that the holidays are fast approaching. Forget glitzy rhinestone layers and reach for this season’s most luxurious trend: the tassel. Whether you opt for a budget-friendly bauble or splurge on this asymmetrical beauty, you’re sure to make a statement.
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[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]I[/dropcap]f you’ve been a longtime reader of my blog, you’ll remember how giddy I was to acquire this piece from the Coach x Tony Duquette collection. The lapis and malachite stick pin still remains a favorite in my jewelry box. I don’t wear it often, but that might have to change now that I’ve scored this beetle-print shirt by Tory Burch. It was hanging by its lonesome at Nordstrom Rack today and I was all too willing to bring it home to its sartorial sole mate.
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Have you had a chance to check out the Faribault for Target collection yet? It may be my favorite Target collaboration to date, especially since each piece is 100% wool and made in America. I ordered this scarf (a great alternative to the ubiquitous blanket scarf that everyone has), but there are so many other great pieces I have my eye on like this throw blanket. The matching scarf in either the traditional cut or the infinity version is perfect for gift giving.
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I just placed an order for this skirt, a flirty alternative to the grey flannel skirt above. It’s also much cheaper, especially if you can find one of those rare coupon codes that includes BR Picks.
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It’s too early to start thinking of warm weather essentials, but the Loeffler Randall resort collection is too good to ignore. I need the gold petal slides.
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[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]W[/dropcap]henever I wear this coat, I’m stopped by elderly men wondering if I’ve altered a vintage hunting jacket. If only I had been that innovative! Instead, the buffalo check piece was a find from Gap five or six years ago. I pull it out every autumn and fall more in love with it each year, even if I curse the bracelet-length sleeves in Wisconsin’s weather. It’s an item that reminds me of my parents’ home in the Northwoods without being too woodsy. There’s plenty of crimson plaid at Gap this season and while I like the moto jacket and the sherpa-lined topper, this car coat is my favorite piece. It’s a sophisticated take on the seasonal fabric that won’t be outdated next fall.
DETAILS
Coat: Gap (similar)
Dress: BB Dakota
Shoes: Kate Spade
Bracelet: c/o Julie Vos
Purse: DVF
Sunglasses: Prada
Lips: Stila “Beso”
Nails: Essie “Spaghetti Strap”
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[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]A[/dropcap]s style bloggers, it’s far too easy to get wrapped up in the next purchase and the next curated wish list that we don’t spend enough time appreciating the items we already own. It’s a shame, really. Some of my favorite posts are by bloggers who write about an item and share what made it special, unique, or a recurring favorite in their lives. I wanted to do something similar and share snapshots of the items I’ve been lucky to welcome into my collection and the old favorites that are back in rotation, like the “Bonjour” necklace above. It was gifted to me last year by Onecklace and I wore it constantly for the first couple of months until it took a backseat to larger baubles. I wanted to wear it in Brussels, but I didn’t think wearing a necklace that said hello in French (their native language) would be as cheeky as it is in the States!
I’m really excited about this new addition: a pair of Dolce & Gabbana sunglasses courtesy of SmartBuyGlasses (worn in yesterday’s post). I wasn’t familiar with SmartBuyGlasses until this collaboration, but I wholeheartedly recommend them. There’s a wide selection of designer sunglasses and eyeglasses to choose from and while I was tempted by the Celine selection, I went with this polarized pair instead. The size and shape are similar to the Prada sunglasses I bought last month, and they’re $60 cheaper. (There’s a black version here.) The shipping time is an estimated five to 11 business days, but my package arrived much quicker. It left Italy on Oct. 28 and made it to Madison just two days later. Every order also comes with a complimentary lens kit with cleaning solution, a microfiber cloth, and an eyeglass repair kit. I just love those little extras that the experience feel special.
I treated myself to this Tory Burch beauty during the recent private sale. As I mentioned in my budget recap post, finding a great clutch always seems to be an afterthought when I have a special occasion coming up. (I can’t tell you how many clutches I’ve purchased at the last minute and rarely use again.) So, I jumped at the chance to buy this white and gold minaudiere before we have a celebration that calls for it. The laser cut design is so pretty and I love that it has a strap that’s more substantial than those chintzy chain versions. I know I mentioned it before, but I have no doubt this is going to be in my wardrobe forever. (That is, as long as Dave is fine holding my phone if I upgrade to an iPhone 6. The iPhone 5 fits snugly, but the clutch won’t be able to accommodate the length of the newer model. Whatever. I usually have the phone in my hand to Instagram anyway.)
“Spaghetti Strap” by Essie is my favorite neutral polish. I know it looks like a rich ballet pink in the bottle, but it’s actually quite sheer. One layer gives you a glossy nude polish and any chips a few days later are barely noticeable. Another thin layer starts to bring out the pinkness of the polish, yet the color remains understated and versatile.