:: Product Review- See by Chloe Glyn Wedge ::

::dress/shein {similar}, bag/target {similar}::

Hey pretties!! I've been noticing a certain pair of wedges getting A LOT of attention from other bloggers due to the Shopbop sale and I ordered them last year for my trip to Mexico so I thought I'd share a review after having them for an entire season!

The first thing I love about these wedges is how lightweight they are! In general, wedges are extremely easy to walk in despite the heel height because your foot is essentially flat so there is no awkward balancing act happening! Sometimes though, wedges can get heavy so you feel like your clomping around but with these you never feel that way! They are so comfortable and easy to walk in you'll feel like you're wearing flat sandals. Also- they are so versatile because of the neutral tones you can wear with jeans and an eyelet tank or with a ruffled sundress so whether on vacation or going out with friends, these shoes make getting dressed easy!

WARNING- these wedges are TALL!! If you're already a little insecure about wearing heels because of your height, be aware the wedges on these are no joke high. I would recommend for my tall soul sisters the flat sandal version instead because at 5'5" I get a little awkward about just how tall these make me! And I'm on the short side of average height.

I would HIGHLY recommend these shoes, especially now during the Shopbop sale because they are a bit of an investment but I'll tell you that they're worth it because you'll be living in these all season!

::pardon the blister, NOT from these sandals!!! Insta from our Mexican getaway:: 

Shop See by Chloe Sandals

Images by Nicollette

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:: Shopbop Sale Picks ::

The Shopbop sale is here any there is so much great stuff to get you ready for the new season! With this sale it's important to remember that the more you buy, the more you save. It's a nod to that saying, "you have to spend money to make money", right? Below are some of my favorites but be advised that there ARE some exclusions!

Shopbop Sale Picks

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:: Spring Ahead with Warby Parker ::

::warby parker::

 

One thing I don't showcase on my blog very often is the fact that I wear glasses most of the time. I am near sighted and I need glasses to work on my computer all day and driving at night but for blog shoots I don't need them so I forego wearing them. But Spring is coming and there is no better way to transition into the new season than with a brand new pair of eyeglasses!

 

::warby parker {puppy not included unfortunately}::

 



I LOVE the way a pair of glasses can change up a look and Warby Parker is one of my absolute favorite brands for eye glasses because they offer so many different styles, their at-home try on service is so fun, and uploading and ordering your prescription frames online is extremely easy! With Spring on the way, getting a new pair of frames to brighten up your face  is necessary and Warby Parker is the best place to do it! I've rounded up a few of my favorite new pairs from their Spring collection and how to style them for the new season!

 

::bell eye glasses::

 

 



::sweater/revolve, denim/express, white tee/nordstrom, loafers/nordstrom, necklace/gorjana, earrings/net-a-porter::

 

I love the soft color of these frames and they pair nicely with blush & gold!

 

::bell eye glasses::

 



::sweatshirt/saks fifth avenue, leggings/nordstrom, flats/anthropologie, backpack/nordstrom::

 

Spring is going to see a resurgence of bright, bold, saturated hues and clear frames compliment them perfectly.

 



 

::hyde eye glasses::

 

blouse/new york & co, skirt/nordstrom, slides/net-a-porter, lips/charlotte tilbury {nude kate}::



 

2018's Color of the Year is ultra violet but we'll ease into the bold hue this Spring with lavender touches and these glasses pair nicely! (pun intended)

 

 



::louise eye glasses::

 

::dress/nordstrom, flats/dsw, necklace/gorjana, bracelet/gorjana, watch/marc jacobs, polish/essie gel couture {off-duty style}::

 

 

Nothing is more chic than a black dress with metallic accents and these Louise frames are amazing! Whether work or play, this outfit will never go out of style. 

 

::warby parker::

 

 

Enjoy browsing all the new styles introduced in the Spring collection and if you order multiple pairs that's ok because the at-home try on service allows you to try on frames with your wardrobe so you know they'll all match! I'll definitely be giving a few of these frames a whirl!

 

Thank you to Warby Parker for asking me to help announce the launch of their Spring 2018 Collection!

 

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:: Save || Splurge ::

::ruffle sleeve top/zara {similar}, boyfriend denim/articles of society, heels/nordstrom::

We all know this game, right? You see something on Instagram or a Snap story you fall in love with it only to find out that it's way over your budget. Terrible. So, I thought I'd do a fun little save v splurge and who knows- maybe it'll help you with your Holiday shopping!

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Happy shopping!!

 

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:: Distressed Sweater ::

::sweater/zara {similar}, skinnies/nordstrom, sunnies/zaful, bag/coach {similar}, booties/justfab, earrings/Rebecca minkoff {similar}::

 

This weather, you guys! My skin cannot take the bitter cold that then rapidly changes to 55 degrees, I am breaking out like it's my job. Not to mention, Holiday season is in full swing so my eating and drinking habits are all out of sorts so I've designated Sunday as my "I'm sorry for my bad behavior" day. I thought I'd share with you some of my favorite products that save my skin time and time again!

 

I have normal/dry skin so these products may not work for every skin type but I love these brands so if you have sensitive or oily skin I would definitely check out other options within each line that might be better suited for your skin!

 

 

 



Skincare Saviors 



Images by Nicollette

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:: Grey Fringe Sweater ::

::sweater/Nordstrom {similar}, skinnies/zara {similar}, earrings/charming charlie's, handbag/alexander wang, heels/guess, lips/stila "baci"::

 

So tell me, did you guys crush Black Friday & Cyber Monday sales? I certainly did NOT haha (that's a sad/nervous/anxious laugh) because I did next to no shopping for myself. The one thing I did purchase were replacement black skinnies (see above link) to replace the Zara options pictured here because funny store, I was using the restroom the day BEFORE Thanksgiving while out with friends and completely broke the fly on them. Like, why? How? WTF? Luckily, I was wearing a longer shirt so I could go on with my evening as if there wasn't a care in the world. So, it was a must that I get a new pair immediately because let's be honest I wear black skinnies- all. the. time.

 

I bought this sweater during the NSale and have been hiding for just the perfect time and obviously this is said time, the weather is finally getting chillier so a sweater this thick is needed. I LOVE the fringe detail and it's so cozy and soft. If I hadn't already told you, which I may not have I have become obsessed with the color yellow as of this last summer. I cannot get enough of it so I couldn't wait to pair these earrings with the monochromatic look to give it a little pop!

 

I also thought I'd pull together a few little gift guides to give y'all some ideas of great gifts for the men & women in your life! Nothing huge, I know there are a lot of very specific gift guides floating around blogs right now and those are great but these are more of idea starters! I can NEVER think of what to get my husband or my dad because I try to be too thoughtful so sometimes it's nice to have just a more generic idea of something they probably need and will never buy themselves!
 

Men's Gift Guide 



You can never go wrong with a nice leather wallet or a new set of gloves for the man in your life, these are things they are happy to have once they've received them and never knew they were missing!
          

Women's Gift Guide

Women's LOVE a great new sweater or beauty giftset but a new purse also does the trick!

What are you getting for the loved ones in your life??

Images by Nicollette

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:: Curing the Christmas Blues ::

::top/nordstrom, skinnies/zara {similar}, scarf/nordstrom, sneaker/nike, bag/alexander wang, sunnies/zaful, bracelet/moon & lola, watch/michael kors::

Hey y'all!!! So Thanksgiving has come and gone and Christmas time has arrived which means shopping is on all of our minds, whether for ourselves or gifts! But, I have a few better ways to get into the holiday spirit that does not include fighting crowds to get a small amount of money off a TV or toy! I've pulled together some great ways to fight off the stress/anxiety of holiday shopping and truly enjoy this time of year!! 

Listen to Christmas Music and put up your tree while drinking hot chocolate! 

I put up our tree the weekend after Thanksgiving, except this year I did it the weekend before because our extended weekend was packed full of events! I usually get started early in the morning, make some coffee in my favorite Christmas mug, turn on the best holiday station on Spotify and get to work on the tree! I start with the tree because it's the centerpiece of the whole house and then once it's complete decorate the rest of the house around it! Our living room is decorated in mint, sliver, and gold while our kitchen is more tradition red and green. I like each room to have a different feel but flow easily because our living room is open to the kitchen so there are touches of each room's color in both. 

Pop some popcorn, pour a glass of red wine, and have a Christmas movie marathon

I LIVE to snuggle and watch Christmas movies, especially when it's too cold to leave the house. It is a must to watch National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (multiple times to be honest!), The Grinch (Jim Carrey's version & original), Elf, White Christmas, and It's a Wonderful Life. Oh- and of course EVERY Hallmark Christmas movie! 

Grab hot chocolate or any seasonal holiday warm drink and drive through the neighborhood with the best light display while listening to Christmas carols on the radio

We have a Christmas Lane in our town and all the houses dress to the nines for Christmas! It is so fun to grab a few friends and drive thru the light display and then head to a fun place for dinner. Something about twinkle lights during this time of year can really get you in the spirit and to add extra fun, have a best house contest with your friends! 

Have a pizza and ugly sweater party with your friends

There is so much that goes into the holiday season from the shopping to the cooking that it can feel overwhelming! Gathering your favorite friends, ordering a pizza and wearing your ugliest sweater can give you a chance to appreciate that this time of year is about being together, not the perfect present (although it feels pretty good to give those too!). Take a night off from it all and relax!

What are some of your favorite ways to unwind during the craziest but most magical time of year?

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