Cyber Monday

Sales, sales, and last chance for more sales! Over the weekend, I braved the mall and snagged this J.Crew jeweled llama sweater on J.Crew's Black Friday sale. I also picked up a couple Christmas presents for family and friends; however, I didn't quite get it all done. I have a secret Santa gift still on my purchasing list that I'm determined to buy today on a Cyber Monday sale.

Some of the retailers I'll be scanning today:

Alice + Olivia: 25% off entire purchase

Brooks Brothers: 10% off entire purchase (I'm spying this tartan scarf!)

Equipment: 20% extra off sale items with code EQTHANKS

Gap: 40% off entire purchase with code CYBER

J.Crew: 30% off entire purchase with code Monday

Joie: 20% off purchases of $250+, 30% off purchases of $500+

Kate Spade: 30% off entire purchase with code CYBER30

Madewell: 25% off entire purchase with code FEAST25

Rebecca Minkoff: 20% off purchases of $200+, 25% off purchases of $400+, 30% off purchases of $600+

Topshop: 30% off select merchandise

{Sweater: J.Crew} {Jeans: J Brand} {Shoes: Michael Kors - similar, similar} {Purse: Tory Burch} {Hat: Rag & Bone}

Black Friday

I rarely visit the mall on Black Friday. Instead, I like to do all my Black Friday shopping from the comfort of my own home by shopping online. Christmas shopping starts now for me! Don't miss out on all the deals and discounts stores are offering this year:

Ann Taylor: 40% off your entire purchase with code GET40

ASOS: 20% off your entire purchase with code GIMME20

Bloomingdales: 50% off select brands 

C.Wonder: 30% off 3+ items with code GIFTS30

Club Monaco: 30% off already-reduced merchandise with code THANKS30

Gap: 50% off entire purchase with code BLKFriday

Intermix: 40%-70% off sale

J.Crew: 30% off entire purchase with code HOLIDAY

Joie: 20% off purchases of $250+ and 30% off purchases of $500+

Kate Spade: up to 75% off

Madewell: 25% off entire purchase with code FEAST25

Nordstom: 25% off select brands

Serena & Lily: 20% off entire purchase + free shipping with code THANKS20

Shopbop: 15% off purchases of $250+, 20% off purchases of $500+, 25% off purchases of $1000+ with code BIGEVENT13

Tory Burch: 20% off purchases of $300+, 25% off purchases of $500+, 30% off purchases of $750+ with code HOLIDAY

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Rebirth In Fall + Sales + Hightlights

Finally! After temperatures in the 80s this week, LA is getting some cool fall weather. It's about time. I hope everyone is enjoying this fall Friday. Happy Weekend!

I get the shopping bug like crazy this time of year. Thus, I tend to have a difficult time waiting for all the Black Friday sales. Lucky for me (and you!) more and more stores are having short sales leading up to the madness of Black Friday. A couple sales to scope out this weekend:

• Extra 30% off sale at Madewell with code MOREPLEASE

• Nordstrom half-yearly sale for women & kids

• 30%-40% off at Gap with code GAPMORE

• Extra 40% off sale at J.Crew with code STYLETIME

• 25% off Kate Spade (today & tomorrow only!) with code HOLWD13

• 20% off dresses at Anthropologie

See below for some highlights from the week (I really enjoyed #2)...

1. Cures for those of you suffering from a quarter-life crisis. Via BuzzFeed.

2. LOVED this article on labeling women as "crazy." Via Huffington Post.

3. What your food cravings really mean. Via Refinery 29.

4. 28 signs you've found a BFFL. Via Thought Catalog.

5. The craziest first date ever - 3 weeks worldwide! Via Salon.

6. 10 Thanksgiving Cocktails. Via Williams-Sonoma Blog.

7. The difference between dating a boy vs. a man. Via Just My Type.

8. Having a swoon-fest over all the infinity scarves at Intermix after doing a little window shopping. Via Intermix.

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Tory Burch's New Home Collection: Nostalgia At Its Best

Tory Burch's new home collection is inspired by her childhood and her family. It is a new venture for Tory's ever expanding brand and one I think she will find success with.

Tory on her new home collection:

Where did the concept for the collection originate? 

"The pieces are mainly inspired by my parents. The abstract monogram on the coasters is an homage to my father. We also have great entertaining pieces like a lucite tray, and ice bucket and coasters - a nod to my mother a consummate hostess. The needlepoint pillows are inspired by ones my parents made - we had them in many rooms around our house growing up." 

PLUS! I have the best Thursday pick me up for you... J.Crew released over 300 new arrivals for winter yesterday. I started having heart palpitations when I saw all the new pieces because I don't know how my wallet will handle it. What do you think about the new winter arrivals? Shop here!

http://www.elledecor.com/

J.Crew November Style Guide: Life In The Cotswolds

J.Crew travled to the Cotswolds, England for their November Style Guide. The result literally screamed fall to me. The J.Crew October Style Guide got me thinking about fall but this November Style Guide has me booking trips to destinations that experience a true fall season (just so I can dress the part!). 

+ Shop to get the look now and receive 25% off your entire J.Crew purchase using code SHOPNOW. 

Cheers to new fall outfits and autumn accessories!

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Happy Friday + Labor Day Sales + Highlights

Happy Labor Day weekend loves! I've got some hiking, beaching, cocktailing, and barbecuing to do down in Laguna Beach followed by a birthday fiesta on Sunday and a Malibu day in the sun on Monday. What do you have in store for this holiday weekend?

I'm also going to be shopping the lovely sales that Labor Day brings:

1. Tory Burch - use code LABORDAY

2. C. Wonder - use code LABORDAY

3. ASOS - use code Summer4Ever

4. Kendra Scott - use code LDW2013

5. Madewell - use code BYESUMMER

6. J.Crew - use code HELLO30

7. Topshop - use code HEYUSA

+ See below for some highlights of things I liked this week...

Highlights:

1. 30 Things to Stop Doing to Yourself. Via The Best Article Everyday.

2. Krystal Schlegel's Labor Day Packing Guide. Via Krystal Schlegel The Style Book.

3. The Understated Manicure. Via Into The Gloss.

4. S'mores Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars. Via The View From 510 Looking In.

5. The perfect day to night sweater. Via Lilly Pulitzer.

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Charmed By Charleston

Every time I have to leave Charleston, SC I go kicking and screaming. The town is one of the most charming and beautiful places I've ever been. It is rich with history and full of to-die-for food. Trust me, Charleston's ocean setting and can't-stop-till-you-drop shopping make Charleston a top travel destination.

With my sister's help, she's a local, I put together a little guide for doing Charleston right. Dig your teeth in!

Stay:

Charleston Place: A beautifully Southern hotel complete with a great bar, go-to shops, and a lovely spa. Can I check in now?

Zero George Street Boutique Hotel: Tradition meets the contemporary South at this inviting hotel composed of five restored historical residential buildings.

Zero George Street Boutique Hotel

Zero George Street Boutique Hotel

Do:

Walk along Rainbow Row and The Battery

Rainbow Row

Take a carriage ride

Peruse the historical City Market for straw sweet grass baskets

Browse the farmer's market in Marion Square on Saturday mornings to enjoy breakfast & discover local artists

Shop:

Hampden Clothing: for designers including A.L.C., Current/Elliott, Equipment, Jenni Kayne, Rag & Bone, & Tucker

Palm Avenue: for Lily Pulitzer

Acquisitions: for amazing home wear and furniture

Lily: for cards, stationary, jewelry, and beautiful trinkets

Eat:

The Macintosh: The menu changes with the season and never fails to impress for cocktails & dinner

Poogan's Porch: A Breakfast, lunch, & dinner must - the shrimp & grits

Poogan's Porch

Blossom: Go here for good ole' Southern seafood

Husk: The pig ear lettuce wraps sound risky but they are to die for

Hall's Chop House: Hall's boasts a versatile menu but I always pick a steak when dining here

Hominy Grill: Oprah's favorite restaurant in Charleston serves up delicious breakfast and lunch (Don't miss the okra & shrimp beignets)

Hominy Grill

Drink:

The Cocktail Club: An diverse cocktail menu + regular live music = a great environment for gathering and drinking

Midtown: The inside bar, outdoor patio bar, pool table, and live music make for a laid back college bar

The Rooftop Bar at Vendue Inn: Go here for refreshing cocktails and one-of-a-kind views of the Charleston harbor

Wear:

When I was in Charleston last week I experienced typical Southern summer weather - warm & humid with afternoon showers. One day I worked with the weather by wearing this lightweight Anthropologie jumpsuit. The ikat jumpsuit packs great and has a feminine fit with the tie waist so it was the perfect choice (speaking of jumpsuits, I'm also currently coveting this Anthropologie romper for summer!).

I also embraced the city's proximity to the water and sported this J.Crew floral anchor tee. Let's be honest, I often throw a nautical twist into my dressing.

All in all, my sister and I agree that Charleston is the perfect city to travel to with girlfriends, with your family, or for a couple's weekend. Xoxo travel bugs!

Friday Evening

After work today, my best friend and I are planning to prance our way around West Hollywood with a little thrift store shopping, Christmas tree admiring, and an outdoor dinner at Cecconi's. I'm excited to kick off the weekend!

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Coming Up Roses

When shopping lately, I am continually drawn to blazers. They are the perfect weight for the summer and can be casual chic or dressy and decorative. Plus, I'm loving all the different shapes and can't get enough of blazers with bright colors and bold prints. Right now, mixing prints is the way to go- blazers, tops, pants, you name it!

So, I gave in and bought this ASOS River Island Floral Print Blazer (I got it on a 48 hour special sale!). I think it will be darling with jeans (celebrity favorite boyfriend jean or cropped skinny jeans) and a tee as modeled below or with a solid-colored dress (always go with ASOS) to add an element of surprise to an everyday look.

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