BEDKNOBS & BAUBLES

Currently Coveting

October 2, 2014 by jessica 14 Comments

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You may remember me swooning over this pajama set a couple of weeks ago. The “shell pink” ended up being too sheer for my liking and I exchanged it for the grey (er, “black pearl”). It’s all kinds of wonderful: flattering, stretchy, and keeps its shape overnight. The black set is now on its way to me too. (You’d think with names like “shell pink” and “black pearl,” VS would have been more creative with the naming the black colorway.)

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I’ve been on the lookout for a more flattering pair of sunglasses and I finally ordered these. I have no idea how they’ll look, but I’ve had them pinned for months and 20% off is a pretty good incentive to give them a whirl. Fingers crossed!

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Can we take a moment to drool over this sequin skirt? So pretty! This is the first year Dave and I are able to go to his company holiday party. (Read: free cocktails and an excuse to buy a fancy dress.) Usually it falls on his birthday weekend, so I’m over the moon that I finally have a chance to buy a spangly ensemble.

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There are three great Friends & Family sales to take advantage of today: 20% off at Lo & Sons with a minimum purchase of $150, 25% off at DVF, and 20% off at Bloomingdale’s.

In the Know | Tory Burch Watches

October 1, 2014 by jessica 4 Comments

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]T[/dropcap]ick tock! Today is the official release of Tory Burch’s new watch collection. There’s a style to suit every personality from The Tory for the sporty types, The Buddy for the classic ladies (my favorite), and The Izzie for the bold beauties. Browse all of the Swiss timepieces here. (You’ll undoubtedly fall in love with the limited edition Robinson Watch. It’s an investment piece, certainly, but with the lapis inlay it’s an accessory to be cherished forever.)

Outfit | Elie Tahari x DesigNation

October 1, 2014 by jessica 9 Comments

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]A[/dropcap]long with the taxi print sweatshirt and graphic tees, this dress is one of the most literal representations of Elie Tahari’s New York City inspiration for his DesigNation line. It’s also one of the most charming pieces from the collection with a fit-and-flare silhouette and the NYC skyline printed along the hem. It reminded me so much of Kate Spade’s skirt from a few years back that I couldn’t help but play up the femininity with a pair of heels and a bow belt. I’m anxious to keep this dress in rotation when the temperatures finally fall and I can pair it with the collection’s neoprene and faux fur jacket (seen earlier this week) or a beautiful white wool coat like this one.

Behind the Baubles | Letters by Zoe

September 30, 2014 by jessica 5 Comments

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]G[/dropcap]ive me a good monogram and I am one happy camper, especially when it’s as beautiful as the personalized gold jewelry Stephanie creates for her collection: Letters by Zoe. Named after her first daughter, Letters by Zoe boasts timeless, understated jewelry that’s sure to become heirloom pieces in anyone’s collection. Each piece is handcrafted in Los Angeles with 14k yellow, white, and rose gold (and, in some cases, sterling silver). I’ve always wanted to own a dainty signet ring and this one is just about perfect.

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[blockquote]My most frequently worn item is my Letters By Zoe diamond initial disc necklaces, one for each of my daughters: Z for Zoe and R for Rhea.[/blockquote]

[blockquote]My ideal Saturday starts with sleeping in (wishful thinking with two kids!) and ends with a date night at Pizzeria Mozza with my husband.[/blockquote]

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INSPIRED BY
People of all walks of life. I’m a professional people watcher!

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FIRST PAYCHECK
Teaching swimming lessons when I was 14 at a tennis club

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ALWAYS READY TO TRAVEL TO
Israel

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MY STYLE IN A WORD (OR TWO)
Everyday Luxe

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CAN’T RESIST
Dr. Hauschka face lotion

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ON MY WISH LIST
Bulgari serpenti watch

[blockquote]The proudest moment of my career was launching Letters by Zoe.[/blockquote]

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[blockquote]This year, I’m planning to expand the Letters By Zoe collection, travel, celebrate my daughter Rhea’s first birthday, and take over the world…[/blockquote]

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Shop the Letters by Zoe collection here and follow along on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Outfit | Elie Tahari x DesigNation

September 29, 2014 by jessica 13 Comments

[dropcap custom_class=”normal”]W[/dropcap]ould you believe I’ve never been to New York? A trip to the city comes up each time we plan a vacation, but another destination always seems to capture my imagination by the time we’re ready to purchase plane tickets. (Truth be told, I’m a little nervous that once I visit, I’ll never want to head back to the Midwest again!)

Until we actually make plans to jet set to the city that never sleeps, I’m embracing the spirit of New York through Elie Tahari’s collaboration with DesigNation. If you’re not familiar with DesigNation, it’s a biannual collaboration from Kohl’s that brings a designer’s signature looks to an expanded audience with a fun twist: each collection is inspired by a different locale. (Next up: Milly in spring 2015 with a collection inspired by Capri, Italy.)

I teamed up with Kohl’s to share two looks incorporating pieces from the collection. I’m not one to run out and purchase a new head-to-toe ensemble, so I was pleased to discover Elie Tahari’s collection is filled with versatile items punctuated with subtle textures and luxe details. In short, the perfect way to update your wardrobe without sacrificing your signature look. The neoprene pieces are really the standouts of the collection and this jacket is by far my favorite item. The faux fur inset adds just the right amount of daytime glam. Check back on Wednesday to see this dress in action.

On an unrelated note, Julie Vos recently relaunched her website and I’m thrilled to style a few of my favorite pieces to celebrate the launch. I’ll talk about it more later this week, but if you’re antsy to expand your jewelry collection, use code bedknobsandbaubles for 20% off sitewide.