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Sartorial Spending: February 2013

February 27, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

My “quality over quantity” New Year’s resolution isn’t going that well. I’m actually a little embarrassed by how much I spent in February, but I’ll pretend it didn’t happen if I don’t fess up. Changing my mindset about shopping is difficult with so much temptation and emphasis on fast fashion. I’ve been trying to use the first half of the month to research items, but then my self control fizzles mid-month.

Here’s the rundown with taxes, shipping, gift cards and discounts accounted for:

Vintage Clutch – $28
There are a lot of designer raffia and straw clutches this season, but you can find vintage versions on eBay for a fraction of the price. I love the floral one I came across (and I kind of adore that the flower clasp reminds me of the Mulberry one).

J.Crew Tee, Shorts – $71
I thought this tee would be adorable with this pair of green shorts. And it is. And it’ll look cute on vacation this spring. (And I wish I had a better reason for purchasing them than that.)

Banana Republic Factory Store Scarf – $25
I didn’t need this scarf; I just liked the pattern. 

Not Pictured: Sam Edelman Sandals – $44
I wore my Sam Edelman’s “Gigi” sandals (in almond patent) nearly everyday for the last two summers. My old pair is looking pretty ragged, so a replacement was necessary.

Not Pictured: Banana Republic Factory Store Sweater – $20
During a shopping excursion, Dave and I inadvertently purchased his and hers striped sweaters (here’s the Instagram). The last thing I need is another striped shirt, but the red color blocked top made it interesting.

Not Pictured: Ann Taylor Shoes – $41
A classic pump, pretty color and interesting texture. How could I resist? I didn’t, especially after using a Christmas gift card to cover most of the cost. I hadn’t worn Ann Taylor pumps before, but they’re incredibly comfortable. (You can see more photos here.)

Not Pictured: Gap Underpinnings – $50
I was all set to overhaul my lingerie drawer last month before I discovered that Victoria’s Secret discontinued my beloved Biofit bra. I’m trying Gap’s uplift bra. So far, so good. I also bought a lime green lace bra and matching boy shorts.

Total Spent: $279

Not Included in the monthly budget: Ferragamo Flats – $448
A pair of Ferragamo flats was my annual “Tax Return Splurge” and, as you’d expect, my most loved item of the month. I had a major Cinderella moment when I slipped them on for the first time. The fit is perfect and the creamy red patent leather makes for a classic, versatile flat. This pair of shoes is my inspiration to stick with my New Year’s resolution … at least for March (baby steps).

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Banana Republic, Budget, Ferragamo, floral, J.Crew, purchases, sartorial summary, vintage

Inspire It | Wear It

February 13, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

Candy hearts seemed too obvious for this week’s “Inspire It | Wear It,” so I opted for a more traditional way to ring in tomorrow’s lovey dovey holiday: a bouquet of artfully arranged flowers. 

Shop It: C. Wonder earrings // Kate Spade purse // J.Crew sweater // Madewell flats // Gucci shorts

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: C.Wonder, fashion, floral, Gucci, inspiration, inspire it wear it, J.Crew, kate spade, madewell, style

Currently Coveting

January 31, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

Right now, I’m coveting:

  • The announcement that Milly is collaborating with Banana Republic this spring
  • Bright green onyx earrings
  • The sweetest set of pencils
  • Laser cut details on this clutch
  • Springtime stripes on a Tucker skirt
  • A monogrammed succulent planter
  • A ring that commemorates the day Dave and I met: 2/2 (it might just be Valentine fever that’s making me sentimental)

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Banana Republic, blue, currently coveting, earrings, fashion, floral, gold, green, Lulu Frost, milly, pink, Rebecca Minkoff, silver, stripes, Tucker

Get the Look

August 8, 2012 by jessica Leave a Comment


This classic look has been pinned to my style board for months. Even though silver fox fur and pink frocks don’t fit in my day-to-day wardrobe, the photo does inspire an early fall outfit that would.

Shop It: J.Crew sweater; Gap pants; Ray-Ban sunglasses; Nine West clutch; Guess pumps

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: autumn, floral, GAP, get the look, grey, guess, J.Crew, nine west, pink, Pinterest, ray-ban

May 8, 2012 by jessica Leave a Comment

Mother’s Day is right around the corner, but there’s still time to pick up a thoughtful gift for mom. Here are a few ideas:

Over $50

  • A bright floral scarf, J.Crew, $59.50
  • Loafers in a feminine hue, Cole Haan, $168
  • A cable knit throw, Lands’ End, $89

Under $50

  • Dainty earrings, Banana Republic, $29.50
  • An elegant pitcher (fill it with flowers!), Target, $24.99
  • Indulge in makeup, Clinique, $43.50

https://bedknobsandbaubles.com/mothers-day-is-right-around-the-corner-but/

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: earrings, floral, gift guide, gifts, home, mom, mother's day, shoes

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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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Our guest room wasn’t a design priority until la Our guest room wasn’t a design priority until late last year when we finally bought a bed, mattress, and a set of sheets. We used some of our own extra bedding (tucking in the generous overhang of our king blankets under the queen-sized mattress) and old bedside lamps from our bedroom: functional, but not quite the charming space I’d envisioned.
 
That started to change when I purchased the Popcorn Grid Coverlet from Schoolhouse — an item I’d been eyeing for years — plus some graphic floral pillows. Then came a bright blue round cushion and the sweetest Teig lamp, both generously gifted by Schoolhouse, and the room finally started to come together. You can shop my picks here: https://liketk.it/5f322

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Growing up in northern Wisconsin, lilacs always hi Growing up in northern Wisconsin, lilacs always hit peak bloom right around my birthday on May 30. My mom would fill a large crystal vase with fresh-cut stems, and their scent would waft through the house. 

Now that I live a few hours south and lilac season wraps up earlier, the blooms actually mark the start of my birthday month.

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Snapshots from the past week: • Spent quality t Snapshots from the past week:

• Spent quality time with my favorite cat

• Biked for Pacificos, chips and quac, and tacos at @bandit.tacos 

• Loved how the rain collected on the Lady’s Mantle I planted last year

• Dipped my toes (quite literally) into this year’s mesh shoe trend

• Snapped a lot of Lily content

• Drove home with a new lilac in the passenger seat
Finishing our guest room has been a focus of ours Finishing our guest room has been a focus of ours this year, and the cute Teig Lamp from Schoolhouse is such a charming addition to the space. It’s named for the German word for “dough,” which is perfect for its soft, petite shape.

Find this and the other Schoolhouse items we’re using in the space here: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/bedknobsandbaubles/posts/e01ae8c9-38af-11f0-b5c2-0242ac11000b

(The lamp and circle pillow were gifted. I purchased the other items.)

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Stripes, windowpane, floral, and a single polka do Stripes, windowpane, floral, and a single polka dot of bright blue to punctuate our guest room bedding. 

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I’m challenging myself to get through a backlog I’m challenging myself to get through a backlog of travel photos before we book our next trip. First up, photos of the gothic York Minster. I’m not religious in the slightest but I can’t resist stunning architecture and the opportunity to climb hundreds of cathedral stairs for a city view. This one only had a single rest stop about halfway up the flight of 275 steps for a closeup view of the flying buttresses — and a waiver you had to sign before your ascent to promise you’re healthy enough to make it.
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