Birthday Month

Oh, what a month it has been. If the rest of the year keeps up this way, I will be tired, overstimulated, and spoiled, yet very, very, very happy. Here's to 30 and my best year yet!

Original posts and outfit details here.

Fisherman's Net

As I shared in this post, one of my favorite looks for the holiday was an oversized fisherman sweater and a lace skirt. It's a perfect example of high/low, especially with a jewel drop earring. Speaking of, can we talk about the color emerald? It's the Pantone color of the year and I find myself reaching for these earrings with any neutral outfit to add a pop of color and feel fancy, like Elizabeth Taylor or something. Maybe I'm also really feeling emerald because it's the shape of the diamond in my engagement ring. Whatever the reason, I can't wait to purchase this and this to get the look without the hefty price tag of the actual gem.

Gap sweater (similar), XXI skirt (similar), American Apparel tights, Nine West ankle strap pumps, Stella & Dot drop earrings

Copperhead

I'm what you could call a hair chameleon. In a span of two years, I've been blonde, brunette, and now red as well as sported blunt bangs with a bob and an inch long pixie cut. Reason being that my hair grows pretty fast, plus when your best friend is dyeing and cutting your locks, it's easy to trust her judgment or get her back for minor tweaks. However, true to my New Year's resolutions, I am growing out my hair for our wedding, so we'll only be playing with the color for the next year or so! I mean, it's only hair, right?

Anthropologie bolero (similar and on MAJOR sale), H&M blazer (similar), Express blouse (similar), XXI pants (similar), Nine West ankle strap pumps (similar here and here), Halogen purse (similar), vintage scarf (similar), Old Navy button earrings (similar)

What to Wear this Weekend

Leggings? Baggy sweatshirt? Stocking cap? These are all elements for a lazy weekend spent indoors. 

Sequins? Red lipstick? Sparkly brooch? Black rim glasses? Over the knee boots? These are all elements that will elevate those elements off the couch and out for some daytime fun this Saturday.

I, on the other hand, will be wearing this dress and celebrating my entry into the 30s club!

J.Crew coat and sweatshirt (similar), Target leggings, Nine West boots (similar), Halogen purse, vintage scarf (similar), DIY brooch, American Apparel hat, Givenchy lipstick

Stella & Dot

As you may have noticed, I have a affinity for gems and jewels worn upon my neck, ears, fingers, and wrists. My regular place to obtain these items of adornment is Stella & Dot. Whether you have or haven't heard of them, now is the time to acquaint yourself with their bestsellers and new arrivals. I am continually impressed with the breadth of style presented as well as the quality for the price. Plus, the company is run through stylists that can arrange parties to view, try on, and buy merchandise in the comfort of your home, instead of purchasing online. And if you're in the Chicagoland area, I have the perfect stylist for you, so hit her up if you're interested. 

NY & Co wool poncho (similar here or here), Target turtleneck, J. Brand twill pants (similar), Steven ankle boots (similar), Gap sequin clutch (similar here or here), Stella & Dot fringe hoop earrings , Stella & Dot Leona pendant necklace, Stella & Dot Aurora cocktail ring, Revlon Blackberry lipstick, OPI InStyle Red nail polish

Cold Weather Inspiration

Animal print booties + leather pants + boucle jacket + stripes + oxblood

Bright overcoat + bejeweled belt + skinny jeans + nude pumps

Leopard coat + midi skirt + gray tee + ankle boots + messy top knot

Tweed trousers + boyfriend cardigan + tucked in tie + crisp, white shirt + fedora + red lip

Jewel tone skirt + knee high boots + chambray + fisherman sweater + leather moto jacket

Graphic sweater + puffer vest + skinny belt + pencil skirt

All images via Pinterest

Share Your Love

On days like today when it's bitterly cold, I didn't sleep well, the phones are ringing off the hook at work, and I want to take the next plane out of town, I remember how gosh darn lucky I am for being able to give and receive love every, single day. So, I called my fiancé and shared my sentiment. Who can you share your love with today?

Loft skirt, Old Navy sweater (graphic sweaters here), J.Crew shirt (similar), Nine West boots (similar), Assets tights, Stella & Dot hoops and Renegade Cluster bracelet, Michael Kors watch, Nars Heat Wave lipstick

10 Fashion Resolutions for 2013

1. Button up

2. Wear socks with heels

3. Pile on an arm party

4. Dress up a stocking cap

5. Find your statement lipstick

6. Turn around a cardigan

7. Layer with a white turtleneck

8. Wrap a silk scarf around your purse handle

9. Don bejeweled earrings for daytime

10. Tuck in the just the front

Lincoln Square, Chicago

Last weekend, the man and I spent some time in our soon to be neighborhood of Lincoln Square - we are moving in together on April 1st! We had a Christmas present for a knife skills class at The Chopping Block (highly recommend, by the way); however, even after our class, we stayed there for lunch and then went back the next day for dinner and a movie. I guess that's a good sign that we are going to be moving to the right area since we couldn't stay away. Plus, I can't wait to become a regular at an apothecary that's been open for 138 years!

Longchamp Expandable Travel Bag, American Apparel Chicago sweatshirt & collared blouse, Gap legging jeans, Steve Madden high tops, NY & Co fur stole (similar), Tory Burch sunglasses, Nars Heat Wave lipstick