Sunday Night Blues

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Don't you hate Monday mornings after a long holiday weekend? I thought this clever little welcome mat was quite appropriate.

Jawbreaker

This is gorgeous. I wish I had somewhere to wear an asymmetrical pink feather gown. One day...

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Hometown

I love coming home for Thanksgiving and catching up with old friends. My good friend, Lauren, has been trying to get me over to this adorable little cafe, Terrain at Styer's for years. It's owned by the same people who own Anthropologie, nestled into a garden store and greenhouse. We had a great time.

Here's me and Lauren enjoying our fancy pants teas.

 

I went with a Vanilla Mint au Lait. So good.

 

We then went in to the store to browse around for a bit. I wanted everything, but settled on two little favorites. First, is Elderflower. It's a natural soda made from, you guessed it, Elderflowers. It's beautiful and refreshing. You can drink it on it's own, or add it into a cocktail for something special.

 

Second, was this crisp winter scented candle appropriately named, Winter. It's minty, with the scent of pine trees and hint of sweetness. I can't wait to burn it at home.

Like It's Your Birthday

Isn't this the cutest idea? I stumbled upon it at A Beautiful Mess titled "28 Before 29." Every year on Elsie's birthday she makes a list of things to cross off her bucket list that year. No rush to do every single one, but it's amazing the things we could do in a year if we put our mind to it.

I'm turning the big 2-5 this December. I think I should give this little tradition a chance.

To sum it up, I leave this quote. So simple and so true. It really applies to any age. Don't forget it.

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American Beauty

I'm not the type of girl who dreams about weddings, but when I saw this Vogue shoot for Lauren Bush (yes, daughter of George W.) and David Lauren (yes, son of Ralph) I couldn't help but admire it. Gorgeous pictures. Gorgeous people. All I have to say is, thank goodness she didn't take his last name.

 

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Pants are Overrated

It was a sad afternoon here. I finished a load of laundry and pulled out my favorite jeans. Now we all know jeans are a little tight when the come out of the dryer. One must fidget with them for a minute to get the right stretch. This did not happen today. They just straight up ripped right up the left leg in the worn spots. I almost cried. Seriously, they are my favorite pair and Gap doesn't have them on the website anymore. I've learned my lesson. Next favorite pair of jeans, I'm buying three pairs. No if, ands or buts.

I've spend the last hour distracting myself with cute skirts,

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AMAZING Blazers

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and tough gloves (from Gap!) to help my cope with my loss. Hope it never happens to you. :(

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Down Under

Have I told you all I'm going to Australia for New Year's Eve? No big deal. NOT. Biggest NYE ever! I'm so excited I can barely contain myself!

Check out the bio-luminescent waters. Gorgeous.

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Saturday Sweats

Thanksgiving is next week! You're shocked too, right?

I always hang out with family all day, hovering between the kitchen, dinning room, and family room. Tons of pictures are taken so I like to look cute (I cringe in horror at Turkey day shots of me in my VT sweatshirt/ A&F sweatpants from my freshman year in college) but have to stay comfy. I saw these pants online at J. Crew and thing they might be that perfect mix of easy and polished.

Pair it with a cute tee, structured blazer and fun heels/flats. Then top it off with this adorable Madewell hat. Isn't it adorable? What's your go to Turkey Day outfit?

What a Stache

Mustache's are TOTALLY in right now. My dad is clearly on trend here as he's been rocking one for a good 30 years. I always tell him that if he shaves it, I'm scared he'll look completely different and I'll have some sort of identity crisis. Anyway, check out some non-identity crisis worthy ways to rock the 'stache.

Little french tip mustaches. Super fun, but I really don't know how they painted them on there.

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The trendy Salvador necklace by Mr. Dannijo. An instant party hit.

 

Next up, gloves for when it's cold, but you still need to look cool.

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And for those nights at home with friends a mustache straw or glass really sets the tone.

 

 

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Aren't they so fun? Guaranteed you are going to start seeing them EVERYWHERE now.

 

Shop til you Drop

Great weekend all around. I picked up a few new things at the outlets that I love. Of course while I was out shopping I realized just how close Christmas is getting. I mean, Thanksgiving is next week!? I think I'm going to try and put together a gift guide or two soon, so stay tuned.


I picked this make up case up on clearance at the Saks outlet. It's got a million eye shadows, lip glosses, and blush/bronzers. Feels like getting brand new school supplies but much more fun.

I've been searching for a cool cuff, FOREVER. I finally found this one at Nordstrom on sale. I love that it's rose gold. A little bit unexpected, but looks great with a simple black outfit. 

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Red-y, Set, yes

Red is one of my favorite colors. I think it looks good on everyone, and is just so fun to wear. With the holidays coming up, I'm kinda craving a new red look.

Do you pick a fun holiday color? Or stick with the tried and true little black dress? While I love color, I'm definitely a disciple in the school of LBD. It never steers me wrong.
Camille Belle and Jason Wu know what's up.

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How can you even create something like this? What a show stopper.

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This little number just looks like plain fun. Throw on some tights and its a flowy winter look.

 

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Pinky

Why hello perfect little Fall flat. You'd like to come and live in my closet? It's crowded, but come on in, we'll find you space.

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