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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

February 5, 2016

As much as I’d love to be one of those people who thinks Valentine’s Day is overrated, a commercialized non-holiday for corporations to make money, etc., I’ll admit I’m a total sucker for it. Everything heart-covered, pink & red decor, and the romantic fuzzy feelings I get from seeing flowers, candles, and a gorgeous dinner with the one I love.. Count me so in.
I wanted this Valentine’s Day gift guide to be full of things that I would absolutely love to receive. I also didn’t want to add anything in that would require your Valentine to guess sizes. These gift ideas work for your any of your “Gal-entines;” your best friend, your sister, your girlfriend, or anyone you want to share some love with this February 14th.
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Valentine's Day Gift Guide - Ellie & James Love NecklaceThis adorable necklace from Ellie & James literally spells out your love. I would wear this year-round.

Valentine's Day Gift Guide - My French Farm Paris PillowsThese plush pillows from My French Farm are chic and look amazing on a couch or bed.

Valentine's Day Gift Guide Boho Cheri JJ Winters Bag / Luckycharm purse charm

Obsessed with this amethyst-hued fringe suede bag. I seriously would buy this for myself this Valentine’s Day! I paired it with a gorgeous howlite purse charm, which I love because it’s like purse jewelry and looks so luxe added to any bag.
Fringe bag – J.J. Winters at BohoCheri
Purse Charm – Luckystar at BohoCheri

Valentine's Day Gift Guide - Paris CandleCandles are a fantastic way to set the mood for V-day but I also love them as gifts for friends! Paris candle from My French Farm.

Valentine's Day Gift Guide - Je T'aime Soy CandleDo some good with the purchase of your Valentine’s gift this year by buying candles from Je T’aime Fragrances, available at BohoCheri. They give a portion of the proceeds back to support those with Down’s Syndrome.

Valentine's Day Gift Guide - Curio & Co. Fender Earrings For the music lover in your life, I couldn’t find anything more fitting than these one-of-a-kind earrings made from genuine guitar pics. Earrings – Curio & Co. at BohoCheri (many styles available).

Valentine's Day Gift Guide - My French Farm SoapsAn amazing budget-conscious gift idea.. These bar soaps are girly and smell delicious and the dispenser can be filled with lotion or hand soap. Dispenser & soaps – My French Farm

Valentine's Day Gift Guide - Ellie & James Love Charm Bracelet Simple and chic, this gold-tone bangle is perfect for everyday wear and would be a great gift for just about anyone. Bracelet – Ellie & James

Valentine's Day Gift Guide - My French Farm CrownsThese gorgeous decorative crowns are a lovely gift to mom or a best friend to keep on their mantle or dresser and think of you every time they see them. Crowns – My French Farm

Valentine's Day Gift Guide - Rifle Paper Co NotebooksMy love for all things Rifle Paper Co. runs deep. I picked up these gorgeous notebooks, pads and the book Love Style Life by Garance Dore recently and adore the artwork and quality of each and every one! Clockwise from top middle: Beaute notebook (set of 2), Parisian notebook (set of 2), Rorschach notebook (set of 2), Front Row notepad, Beaute notebook, Love Style Life.

Valentine's Day Gift Guide - Ellie & James Earrings These heart earrings from Ellie & James (modeled by my lovely photographer Holli) would be a fantastic gift for a younger sister or niece. They’re playful without being over the top.

Be sure to share this post with your special someone to help point them in the right direction for your own gift. Whether you’re shopping for others, or want to grab something extra lovely for yourself this holiday, I hope this Valentine’s Day gift guide has covered everyone on your list. I’d love to hear what your favorite gift is to receive on V-Day… Is it flowers, candy, a fancy dinner or jewelry, or something else? Share in the comments below.
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Filed Under: Uncategorized, What I'm Buying Tagged With: accessories, bangle bracelet, bohocheri, earrings, ellie & james, fringe, gift guide, jewelry, my french farm, on trend, online shopping, photo shoot, Valentine's Day

Flatlay Outfit Ideas

January 23, 2016

I love a good flatlay! I think they’re awesome for getting (and giving) outfit inspiration because you can see every single item with one glance. Holli (my amazing photographer & friend) and I had some free time recently and decided to put together some fun flatlay outfit ideas to share with you all! I hope you enjoy 😀

Flatlay1 Denim button-down / StitchFix // Knit skirt / StitchFix // Oxfords / Madewell // Bracelet / Elizabeth Stone Jewelry // Necklace / vintage

Flatlay2Blouse / LeTote // Black jeans / StitchFix (Just Black Denim) // Heels / Ivanka Trump // Wallet / Kate Spade // Bracelet / Forever 21 // Necklace / Ettika

Flatlay3Blouse / Mossimo // Skirt / StitchFix // Bag / Forever 21 // Heels / Guess // Bracelets / Forever 21

Flatlay4Jacket / BB Dakota // Beaded top / StitchFix // Black pants / LeTote // Bag / Loeffler Randall // Booties & Ring / Forever 21

Flatlay7Top / StitchFix // Jeans / StitchFix (MaviUSA) // Clutch / JcPenney // Heels / Ivanka Trump // Cuff / Forever 21

Flatlay5Knit top / StitchFix // Pencil Skirt / StitchFix // Bag / Loeffler Randall // Heels / Nine West // Necklace / Ettika // Pyramid bracelet / Banana Republic // Screw bracelet / Forever 21 // Ring LA find

Flatlay6Jeans / StitchFix (Just Black Denim) // Coat / Le Tote (purchased! from Fate) // Rhinestone top / Le Tote // Clutch / Whiting & Davis // Booties & Ring / Forever 21

Do you all like flatlay outfit idea posts? Or do you prefer to see clothes on people, so you can see how they wear/layer/etc.?
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All photography by Holli Zenko.



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Filed Under: Lookbook, Uncategorized Tagged With: accessories, ankle boots, black jeans, button down, casual style, chambray, fashion, flatlay, Forever 21, heels, jeans, jewelry, le tote, lookbook, ootd, outfit, oxfords, pencil skirt, photo shoot, stitchfix, style, work look, work outfit

Lyon & Post Try On Round 2

January 19, 2016

I’ve just got in another shipment from Lyon & Post, and this time I decided to show you all how I would pair the items I received with things already in my closet. After all, their motto is #farewellfittingrooms!

DFT- University Art Choices - 4 DFT- University Art Choices - 7First up is this leopard print sweater from Equipment. I decided to pair it with a faux leather skirt from Forever 21 and cut-out heels from Ivanka Trump. It’s fun, a touch edgy, and even comfortable! Equipment Sloane Crew Sweater, $298.

DFT- University Art Choices - 9 DFT- University Art Choices - 12Next, this fun star-covered sweater from Amour Vert. I really did dig the celestial print sweater. It seemed pretty well-made, was very warm and fit well. However, I own a sweater that is SO similar, I couldn’t justify keeping it. I threw on a sleeveless collared white blouse, black jeans and sleek boots, along with some vintage rhinestone jewelry. Amour Vert Celeste Sweater, $195.

DFT- University Art Choices - 13 DFT- University Art Choices - 15 This sweater from Vince was soooo tricky to wear! I paired it with a plaid button-down, grey skinnies and ankle booties. I liked the way it looked fresh out of the box, but not how it felt. It was akin to knit chainmail, like a sweater of armor. Not soft, not cozy… And it had an almost garish sheen in the sun, which is really saying something coming from me, someone who loves sparkle! It also showed every lump and bump of my layers and made my arms look huge. Pass! Vince Metallic Open Crew Neck Sweater, $275.

DFT- University Art Choices - 18DFT- University Art Choices - 22Last but not least, this drapey wool coat from Vince. I understand that wool has it’s own quirks, but this contraption is ITCHY. In all honesty, I could barely wear it long enough to take these pictures. The price point didn’t help, and I also thought at first sight that it was black (hence what I paired it with, grey skinnies and leopard booties). It is actually a deep navy. Oh well, back it goes. Vince Drape Neck Coat, $675.

I’m sad to say that this will be my last shipment for now. I’ve come to realize that the price points are too high and I don’t find the prices match the quality of a lot of the items. Not really the fault of L&P, but some of the pieces compare to some I already have which I paid a lot less for. If you have money to blow on a $300 sweater, by all means, go for it. I just didn’t find enough on the site in my desired price range to warrant continuing the service.



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Filed Under: Lookbook, Uncategorized Tagged With: accessories, ankle boots, clothing review, equipment, fashion, heels, jewelry, lookbook, lyon & post, ootd, outfit, photo shoot, style, sunglasses, sweater, vince

Subtle Stripes with Ruby Accents

January 2, 2016

DFT- Caroline Favorites - 92Well hello, loves!
I wanted to share with you two companies I’ve been loving working with recently… StitchFix & Rocksbox. Stitchfix is a type of styling service that sends you 5 items they think you may like based on very extensive surveys and questions about your style, body shape, etc. After receiving the package, you figure out what you like, and send back the rest within 3 days of arrival. If you buy everything in the box, like I did last time, you get 25% off your total order! That usually means getting a free item and a % off another. This striped, super soft sweater was in my last box, and I knew I would get so much use out of it this winter. I’ve been adoring the pairing of stripes and leopard, and the scales of these particular prints work so well together 🙂 If you’re interested in signing up, feel free to use my link here 😉
On to Rocksbox, the designer jewelry subscription service that sends you 3 items at a time to wear to your heart’s content, then send all of them back or keep what you like at a discounted price. My first box included this gorgeous ruby crystal necklace, a hammered gold “X” ring (which you’ll see in my next post), and a double-layered delicate chain necklace with a tiny, rhinestone-covered sphere. It’s only $19 a month, and if you sign up here using my code dressedfortimexoxo, you get your first month free!

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 Striped top / Stitchfix (similar) // Jeans / Mavi Jeans // Bag / Loeffler Randall // Heels / Target (similar) // Necklace / Rocksbox // Rings / Forever 21 // Sunglasses / Layered by Cake

 



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