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Best Purchases in 2018

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My first blog post in 2019! Although it's a new year and we're all looking ahead to new goals and resolutions to better ourselves, I wanted to take a minute to reflect and pay homage to some of the best products I purchased in 2018! These are the items that I re-purchased multiple times, or I wore these items over and over again (I'm sure you could tell from my instagram, some of these I wore literally all.the.time!). As a blogger, I like to try new products and really only give a review unless I find something that I think should be in your holy grail. I started with makeup and skincare first before diving into my favorite clothing items... let's get started! 

Monday Deals - Work Dresses and Casual Items

Good Morning and happy Monday! How was your weekend? We spend this weekend in northwest Iowa celebrating an early Thanksgiving with Nate's family. It's always fun seeing his family, especially his young nephews and niece! I found out that winning a game of Connect-4 against 7-8 year olds is actually very difficult! I won maybe one game... looks like I need to brush up on my board game skills before Christmas in a few weeks! 

As we're gearing up for Black Friday this week, I'll put together a Black Friday guide that will help maneuver you through Black Friday and Cyber Monday so you can get the best deals. Do you shop in store on Black Friday or do you do most of your shopping online? I plan to have that up on Wednesday, but I'll still do Daily Deals each day to keep you posted on specific items that just went on sale or items that I think are a must-buy!

Have a great day and thanks for reading. 

Saturday Deals - Cozy Finds on Sale

Happy Saturday from wintery northwest Iowa! We woke up to an ice storm this morning, and all the trees and plants look so pretty. Can't say the same for the roads though! Luckily for us, we don't have to go anywhere today so we're good to celebrate Thanksgiving early and watch big college football games today. 

I found a few items on sale this morning that I think you might be interested in. This sweater is only $6.59 and this blazer is my favorite (I have it in fuchsia and robin's egg blue) and on sale for $49. I'll also list a few sales going on this weekend in case you're looking to get some Black Friday shopping done early. There are so many good sales happening right before the holidays! I typically try to get a lot of online shopping done before Black Friday so that I'm not having to fight lines in store or low inventory online. 

Have a great day babes! See you on Monday. 

Holiday Sales This Weekend: 

ULTA Beauty: Take $10 off your online purchase of $60+ with code CYBERFUN18. Some exclusions apply. 

Nordstrom: Up to 40% off fall inventory. No code needed. 

J.Crew: Take 35% off dressed-up styles with code READYTOPARTY

Overstock: Up to 70% off early Black Friday sales. No code needed.

Victoria's Secret: 40% off sleep tops and bottoms with code SLEEP40. 

Macy's: Extra 20% off with code SCORE. Also $10 off your purchase of $25 or more with code SCORE25. 

Thursday Deals - Oversized Sweaters You'll Want to Wear for Thanksgiving all Under $50

Good Morning and happy Thursday! I posted some thanksgiving outfit ideas yesterday, and I found a ton more sweaters this morning that I had to share. Each sweater is under $50 and some have additional promo codes to add to them. This sweater I actually shared yesterday in a solid color but I love the striped version too. It's on sale for an additional 50% off making this sweater only $29.99. Such a steal! I'm also obsessed with this embellished sweater... I actually bought this myself for Thanksgiving. If you add the promo code WARMTH you'll receive an additional 40% off making this sweater only $23.99! 

I hope you have a great day! See you tomorrow.  

Wednesday Deals - Thanksgiving Outfit Ideas All on Sale

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and I'm starting to stock up on some comfy sweaters, jeans and leggings! What are your plans for thanksgiving? We're celebrating Thanksgiving with Nate's family in northwest Iowa this weekend and next weekend we'll be in Kansas City with my family. I can't wait! Since I'm eating two big meals, I've decided to find lots of oversized sweaters and stretchy jeans to make sure I'm still comfortable after eating :) This sweater is on sale and there's a few sizes left in this gorgeous maroon color! I also own these high-waisted jeans and they have a good amount of stretch in them and they're only $25! 

Have a great day! Thanks for reading. 

Tuesday Deals: 30% off with code READYTOPARTY

Good morning! Today I found a really good sale, so I'll get right into it! This retailer is taking 30% off full priced inventory with code READYTOPARTY. They just came out with a bunch of great items for holiday parties and special occasion wear. Each Christmas I end up wearing a piece from this retailer because they're so beautiful and I feel amazing in them! The quality is hard to beat too. I'm especially loving this sweater that's under $60. 

Have a great day! Thanks for reading. 

Saturday Deals - Kate Spade 30% Sale with Code FRIENDS

It's the weekend, PTL! I don't know about you, but I get my best sleep on Friday nights. It seems that my body just knows it needs it's best rest on Fridays to conquer the weekend :) This morning I woke up to a great sale happening  - Kate Spade is taking 30% off a lot of their staple items that would make perfect gifts for your friend, sister or mom! I love that Kate Spade has so many great quality items that last and never go out of style. This is a great time to stock up on holiday dresses, handbags or tech accessories! 

My favorite is probably the Hayes Street Sam bag - it comes in five different colors including this gorgeous red color, and its under $250 with code FRIENDS. Also, if you have a daughter, sister or friend in college, this bag would make a great gift and it's only $66.50 with the code. 

I hope you all have a great weekend! See you Monday. 

Friday Deals - Nordstrom 40% Fall Inventory

TGIF Friends! With everything going on this week - elections, snowy conditions - it kinda felt like we'd never make it to Friday! What are all your plans this weekend? We don't have much going on - I'm hoping to get some Christmas decorations up and maybe even help my mom with her tree! 

Nordstrom is taking 40% off their fall inventory, so I rounded up a few items that I'm loving. Lots of their sweaters and boots are on sale. I especially love these boots. They're a little bit of a splurge, but they're 40% off and would be a good staple iten. I personally own a few items of this brand and the quality is impeccable. They last a few seasons at least. 

Have a great weekend! Thanks for reading. 

Monday Deals All Under $75

Good Monday Morning! How was everyone's weekend? It's been a little chilly and rainy here, so I started my Christmas shopping early this weekend! I think we decided to put up the Christmas decorations this week and I can't complain. I love the Christmas season! Do you wait until after Thanksgiving to put up your decorations? Or do you start early too? 

Here are a few Monday sales going on today - now that it's officially the "holiday season", I think I'll post a few items that I'm loving each morning to get some ideas going. I love finding things on sale (who doesn't?!) so I'll probably post a few things each morning that I'm loving, and maybe a few gift ideas as we get closer to the holidays too! Be sure to check out my Instagram page @libby_glaser to get a sneak peak of what I'll be posting each morning in my stories!

Have a great day! Thanks for stopping by.

Labor Day Inspo...

denim jacket | boy shirt in bold stripe | mid-rise skinny jean | sandals | lariat necklace | reversible faux leather tote & wristlet | nail polish | stone stud earrings | bronze shimmer brick | lip balm

A little inspiration for your Tuesday! I love an all-white look for Labor Day, but don't let the old wives tale fool you, I'll be wearing lots of white after the holiday :) Have a great day!

Fourth Fun...

 ^hello ugly tan line! sunscreen and I haven't meshed well this summer :(

Dress: Umgee USA, similar dresses below | Sandals: old, similar & similar | Bag: Tory Burch (obsessed!) | Necklaces: Kate Spade, J.Crew Factory (similar) | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelets: Alex & Ani, J.Crew Factory, Kate Spade |  Earrings: Kate Spade | Lips: Liner - MAC Cherry. 

Lipstick - Sephora N20

Independence Day is one of my favorite holidays - I love all the lakeside BBQs, hanging out with friends and family on the boat, and all the red, white and blue! I spent my fourth of July by waking up early to make breakfast, going on a long walk with my dad, boating and laying out with good friends, eating a LOT of amazing food and watching the fireworks fly over the lake on the boat. Why can't every weekend be the 4th of July?

If you couldn't tell from my Instagram this weekend, stripes have been my go-to lately, and this adorable Umgee USA dress fit the bill. It has a nautical feel to it but is still casual enough for everyday wear, and I especially love that it has a slight high/low to it. Sometimes cotton dresses can get too short after a few washes, but this one you don't have to worry because it's so long in the back! I actually prefer the length of this dress after washing it a few times because the back of the dress was a little long on my 5'5" frame! I've linked a few of my favorite nautical dresses below. I'm stocking up on some of those long sleeved ones for fall!

Thanks so much for reading! Have a great Monday!

Photos by Jordan Stumbo Photography.

Christmas...

Sweater: J.Crew Factory, love this version too | Jeans: similar here and here | Boots: Ecco, love these | Purse: similar here and here | Sunnies: Target, love these | Bracelets: J.Crew Factory, kate spade | Watch: Michael Kors | Earrings: Nadri | 
Lipstick: Sephora - N20 

photography c/o f8 creative 



Merry Christmas Eve! Christmas is my FAVORITE holiday of the year. This Christmas is definitely more special for my family. It's been a year of ups and downs, and I'm excited to just spend time with everyone. I think most people find that as they get older, our christmas lists consist of things that really can't be bought, like family time and good health. 

For all of you that have read my blog for the last year, thank you so much for your support and friendship! I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas! God bless. 

J'aime + Boat House Apparel

T-shirt: Boat House Apparel c/o | Skirt: ChicWish, similar here and here | Pumps: J.Crew Factory | Purse: BCBG | Earrings: Nadri | Bracelet: Mindy Mae's Market | Watch: Michael Kors | Sunnies: Ray-Ban, loving these (on sale!) | Lips: Estee Lauder - Beige 

photography c/o f8 creative 

How adorable is this Boat House Apparel t-shirt?! First off, I love the saying: "J' aime Lake Okoboji" obviously because I live here, but mostly because Lake Okoboji holds so many cherished memories of Glaser family gatherings. Boat House Apparel is a casual-wear line founded in Okoboji, and they have the cutest pieces for all the women, men and littles on your holiday gift list. I'm obsessing over the "eat macaroons for breakfast" tee!! Plus their pieces are so easy to style in both casual and formal looks. I love pairing this tee with my formal midi skirt, but it looks equally as cute with skinny jeans and flats! 

I can't believe we are less than 2 weeks away from Christmas! All of the hustle and bustle around the holidays can be stressful, but it's my favorite time of year and I look forward to the holidays each fall and winter. My favorite part of the holiday season is getting together with family on Christmas Eve and Christmas day. My entire family will get together after Christmas Eve mass and have a cocktail party. All of the cousins usually end up in my aunt and uncle's basement playing cards and catching up, and it's just so fun to have that night we can look forward to each year. On Christmas day, the entire family gets together again at my parents' house for a prime rib dinner, and you'll usually find us sitting around the dining room table for hours laughing and talking. The quality time I spend with family is something I appreciate more and more each year. 

What's your favorite part of the holiday season? Thanks for reading!

Holiday Gift Guide Part 3: Under $25

Happy Friday! Is it just me, or does the week after a holiday seem to drag on forever?? I'm looking forward to sleeping in and decorating my apartment for Christmas! So when I was scrolling through sites looking for the right gifts for this gift guide, I was definitely reminded again and again that you don't have to spend a lot of money to give the perfect gift. Sometimes the best gifts cost the least amount of money (or nothing at all... quality time with loved ones and good health are things that can't be beat!). Many of these items I use myself! MAC lipsticks are definitely my fav... my go-to shades are Happy Go Lucky (similar), Divine Choice and Up the Amp. I also swear by fresh products, especially their Sugar Lip Balm and Sugar Lip Scrub. During the winter months, the scrub is a life saver when my lips are chapped and dry from the cold. Seriously, its a game changer!! The lip balm is also amazing for everyday use. I put it on before bed and when I wake up my lips are so soft; I can't say enough good things about fresh products! Also, how cute is the Celfie t-shirt? PS - I was really impressed with the low prices at some of my favorite home-deco stores, like One Kings Lane and west elm. Pieces for the bar, like hi-ball glasses and martini shakers, are great gift ideas!

Ok enough of my rambling. Have a great weekend and happy shopping! 

Fuchsia + Cyber Monday Deals

Coat: J.Crew Factory, similar here | Sweater: UGG, similar here | Jeans: old, similar here | Boots: old, similar here | Hat: old, similar here | Sunnies: Amazon | Earrings: Chloe + Isabel, c/o | Lipstick: Stila - Fiore

HAPPY CYBER MONDAY!

Today is my FAVORITE shopping day of the year because of the amazing deals. You can't beat shopping from home in your PJs; it's just so much better than the long, cold lines on Black Friday. I've got all of the best sales ready for you to scroll through below! And don't forget to check out the blog on Wednesday for Part 3 of my Holiday Gift Guide! Everything will be under $25. 

ASOS - 30% off everything with code ILOVEMONDAYS

BANANA REPUBLIC - 40% off purchase with code CYBER

BAUBLEBAR - 20% off everything with code CYBER20

BLOOMINGDALES - 25% off select regular priced and sale items

BROOKS BROTHERS - 30% off all fall sweaters, including cashmere

C. WONDER - 40% off everything + free shipping over $100  

FOREVER 21 - 20% off order of $60+ with code CYBER20, 30% off order of $100+ with code CYBER30 

GAP - 40% off everything with code CYBER

H&M - 30% off orders over $50 + free shipping with code 2896

J.CREW - 30% off full-price and 40% off sale with code MONDAY

J.CREW FACTORY - 50% off everything + extra 10% off and free shipping with code YOUVEGOTSALE

KATE SPADE - 30% off everything with code CYBER30

LANDS END - 30% off everything excluding sweaters with code SUPER & PIN 2929

LOFT - 50% off everything with code MONDAY

MADEWELL - 25% off entire purchase with code GIFTON

NIKE - 25% off all clearance 

NORDSTROM - earn double or 10 extra points on your Nordstrom credit card 

OLD NAVY - 40% off purchase with code CYBER

SEPHORA - receive surprise sample bag with code SURPRISE

SHOPBOP - 15% off orders $150+, 20% off orders $500+, 25% off orders $1000+ with code GOBIG14

STEVE MADDEN - 35% off and free shipping with code CYBER

TORY BURCH - up to 30% off your order with code LUCKY

Winter White + A Chloe + Isabel Giveaway!

Sweater: H&M | Jeans: old, similar here | Pumps: J.Crew Factory | Clutch: old, similar here | Earrings: Chloe + Isabel c/o | Bracelet: Mindy May's Market | Watch: Michael Kors | Lipstick: YSL Rouge Couture - Lingerie Pink 

photos c/o f8 creative

I love wearing white in colder months! There are just so many cute sweaters, skirts, coats, etc. in creamy white shades that I can't resist. When wearing white in the winter, consider looking for heavy, cozy fabrics instead of lighter chiffons (unless you live in the South... then by all means do what you need to stay cool!). The only thing I would avoid is white denim... I've seen a few Pinterest photos of winter outfits in white denim, but it seems odd to pair with winter boots in my humble opinion. 

Now, on to the fun part of today's post! If you follow me on Facebook/Twitter/Instagram, you might've seen me post about a surprise for today! Well as you can tell, I'm obsessed with these beautiful Celestial Frost Post Drop Earrings from Chloe + Isabel. They are the most perfect holiday jewels that can be easily dressed up or down, and I've already worn these beauties more than a few times to work/out/everywhere! Want to get your hands on a pair?? WELL THIS IS YOUR LUCKY DAY because my C+I consultants Kaytee and Bri have generously offered to give away a pair of these earrings to one lucky Stylin' Iowan reader! Here's how to enter: use the Rafflecopter below and choose any of the entry options below. The more entry options you do, the better your chances are of winning! The giveaway will be open until Friday, November 28th! I'll announce the winner on SI Saturday morning. Good luck! 

Chloe + Isabel Celestial Frost Post Drop Earrings

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