Subtle Shimmer...

Sweater: Vanity c/o, similar here and here | Pants: Calvin Klein, similar here | Booties: old, similar here and here | Purse: Marc Jacobs, similar here | Earrings: Chloe + Isabel c/o | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelets: Mindy Mae's Market, kate spade | Lipstick: Estee Lauder - Nude 

I love starting out the week on a fun note, and I'm excited to show you all another cozy (and super affordable!) sweater from Vanity! First off, I really love the cowl-neck. The other day I pulled the collar off my shoulders and it looked like a totally different sweater, so obviously it's super versatile to style. I also love that there's a subtle shimmer in the material. The shimmer part gives off like a maroon and evergreen color, but it's really only noticeable in the sun, so it gives off a totally different look when you get really close. The material is just so soft and doesn't make you feel itchy like a lot of shimmery sweaters! I've washed it already a couple times (clearly this sweater has been on repeat), and its' kept its' shape for the most part. I just hang-dry it to keep it from stretching/snagging. Overall, a great sweater for women of any age! 

OK from the look of these pictures, I'm in desperate need of a haircut. I no longer have layers...not ok! Anyone in NW Iowa have a hair salon that they love? I'm pretty picky when it comes to hair dressers, but at this point my dead ends are winning this battle. HELP! 

PS: be sure to check out my new side widget on the left! I'll be updating it regularly with pieces that I'm currently craving. Right now, that red J.Crew dress is seriously amazing! I think my sister Emily is buying it for Christmas so I might have to steal it from her for a day... hi Em if you're reading this! :)

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! 

Ruana...

Ruana: Brooks Brothers, similar here ($48!) and here ($24!) | Top: H&M | Jeans: Forever 21, similar here and loving these | Pumps: J.Crew Factory | Bag: Marc Jacobs, similar here | Sunnies: Ray-Ban, loving these | Bracelets: Mindy Mae's Market, kate spade | Watch: Michael Kors | Earrings: Nadri | Lipstick: Estee Lauder - Nude 

So last year for Christmas my Dad bought me this beautiful ruana. At first, I thought it was a scarf, and said "ohhh what a pretty scarf!", but I was surprised to hear (from my dad no less) that it was a ruana, a term I'd never heard before. Fast forward to this fall/winter, and ruanas are now super on trend! I shouldn't be surprised that my dad picked this out - he honestly has the best style and insists on using tailors often! I love how ruanas can be styled in both casual and formal looks. For work, I traded my jeans with a camel-colored pencil skirt to make my look office appropriate, and I've also styled it with a simple black cotton dress and flats. It's honestly so versatile and being that it's a wool/cashmere blend, it's soooo warm! This is definitely a gift I've used over and over.

OK so Gift Guide: Part 3 will be on the blog Friday! Sorry for the delay, but I promise everything will be under $25! :)

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