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Inspire It | Wear It

December 18, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

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The first—and only—time I rode a horse was at a Girl Scout outing when I was 11 years old. I’ve never been the outdoorsy type and the very idea of horseback riding struck the fear of God in me. Nevertheless, I strapped on my riding helmet, sidestepped droppings to my horse, and set out on the trail with the rest of the troop.

The horse sensed my hesitation and took it as an opportunity to meander about the trail, falling further and further behind. He stopped to look at the clouds, smell the grass, eat a twig. Brilliant. My horse had the attention span of a toddler. I desperately pleaded with the him to giddyup and he simply didn’t give a damn. Tears pricked at my eyes. I’d surely be forgotten about in the woods. Forever. (Always so dramatic.)

After what seemed like hours (read: 15 minutes), the instructor circled back to find me. Through my blubbering tears, I told her how I didn’t want to ride an ADHD steed any longer and I preferred to walk back. I wasn’t allowed to. Instead, I was given a stick and instructed to swat the horse’s rump when he got distracted. Okay. Sounds like a great idea for an inexperienced rider, but I was on board. The next time his eyes fixated on a berry and he drifted off the trail, I wound up and snapped the horse in the rear. He didn’t quicken his stride to a leisurely walk.

He trotted. Trotted! My face paled and I held the reins for dear life, knuckles turning as white as my face. As you can imagine, getting off that saddle was the most relieved I have ever felt. When my troop wanted to go back the following year, I sat in the car reading back issues of American Girl magazine. 

Even though horseback riding obviously isn’t for me, I still admire blue-blood equestrian style. These Gabor boots from Charles Clinkard are especially beautiful with the quilted shaft. Tuck in a pair of skinny cords, pop a trophy stopper in your wine, and you’re good to go. No horse needed. 

1. Lulu & Georgia, $24.50 // 2. ASOS, $22 // 3. Gabor, £105 // 4. J.Crew, $298 // 5. Gorjana, $35 // 6. Fab, $22.50 // 7. J.Crew, $118 // 8. J.Crew, $98

This is a PR collaboration, but all opinions—and horrible childhood memories—are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Bedknobs & Baubles! Image via. 

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Inspire It | Wear It

November 19, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

1. Kate Spade, $40 // 2. Reed & Barton, $125 // 3. Notte by Marchesa, $250 // 4. Topshop, $110 // 5. Lulu Frost for J.Crew, $115 // 6. Williams-Sonoma, $120, set of four // 7. Bauble Bar, $78

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Inspire It | Wear It

November 5, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

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We’ve been toying with the idea of going to Europe next fall, which has me searching for and pinning all sorts of travel-related images. Our short list of possible destinations includes Belgium, Istanbul and Prague, but this image of snowy Paris has me yearning to go to France. 

1. ASOS earrings, $44.50 // 2. J.Crew sweater, $98 // 3. Essie nail polish in Parka Perfect, $8.50 // 4. Repetto flats, $285 // 5. ASOS ring, $14 // 6. Bauble Bar ring, $32 // 7. Tibi pants, $214

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Inspire It | Wear It

August 13, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

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I love this wallpaper and really wish I owned a home to decorate with it. “Apartment Beige” walls just don’t measure up to this spattering of spots, especially when a Greek key bookshelf is added to the mix! Even though I’m tempted to buy a roll in anticipation of home ownership someday, a spotted clutch is a probably more sensible (use this one as the inspiration for a cheaper alternative). The key to this look is keeping the accessories classic: an envelope clutch and pointy flats are the perfect companions to this structured cocktail dress from DressFirst. As in the inspiration photo, a swipe of pink keeps it playful.

1. DressFirst dress // 2. Roman Luxe necklace // 3. Proenza Schouler clutch // 4. Kate Spade earrings // 5. Lancome eye shadow // 6. YSL lipstick //  7. Manolo Blahnik shoes

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Inspire It | Wear It

June 26, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

I’ve never been to England, but I hope that all bars in London look as elegant as The Luggage Room. It’s the perfect inspiration for a jetsetter ensemble that’s as comfortable as it is chic. 

Shop It: Oscar de la Renta necklace // Joie flats // CLU dress // rose gold earrings // ASOS passport cover // Floto duffle bag

This post is a courtesy of Late Night London.

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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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