make a statement

i am currently searching for a fab statement ring to wear on my right hand. something big, something bright, something that makes a statement. here are some i found that are currently in the running.



kenneth jay lane, ruby dream cocktail ring-$165


kenneth jay lane, blue stone ring-$165


j.crew, duchess stone cocktail ring-$65


kate spade, large faceted ring-$75


blu bijoux, gold and turquoise cocktail ring-$45


alexis bittar, vendome citrine ring-$195

okay, so maybe i am being a bit unrealistic

because i am loving the practicality of this green dress, i decided to show another way to wear this look. this option happens to be a bit more expensive. i would never spend $500+ on a necklace and jacket. well, maybe i would. but this option is seriously so, so, so, so fabulous.



seychelles, fiddle-$100.32


juicy couture, drama beaded necklace-$198
w.o.w.


j.crew, nadja bomber jacket-$325
uhhh, so annoying this is $300+

date night delight

i am always hunting for the perfect "date night" outfit that is affordable, versatile, and most important, makes me look sexy for the hubby. i love this dress from dillards and have been eyeing it for a while. now it is on sale, yippee! this necklace can be worn so many different ways and that jacket is long lasting.



betsey johnson, textured chain necklace-$38


steve madden, toppazz-$99


shop mamie, sail away with me blazer-$68


gianni bini, nina dress-$58.80

weekly budget finds!

love, love, love all the finds for this week. all for under $100. shop. buy. enjoy.


madewell, wrapped rhinestone necklace-$88


made her think, spike rhinestone studs-$44


giles and brother, tiny horseshoe studs-$78


bdg, suede pumps-$48


rich and skinny, legacy stretch denim leggings-$71.90


literature, noir sequined blazer-$98.90


free people, racing starts scoop neck cardigan-$64.90


free people, vacay gauze miniskirt-$71.90


bcbg, ponte knit pencil skirt with exposed zip-$58.90

im feeling...

like i need to own every single one of these outfits.....

mad for magenta

i have been loving all things magenta lately. its bright, cheerful and looks so great when worn with turquoise accessories. this color is bound to be seen a lot more as springtime approaches.


dior nail color


eight sixty, silk skirt-$58


essentials by asb, magenta watercolor floral dress-$66.99


nordstrom, paisley jacquard cashmere muffler-$43.90


the limited, wide elastic buckle belt-$34.50
shown in red, but available in magenta


robbi and nikki, lace edged silk top-$91.99


steve madden, toggle coat-$83.90


teeze mee, puff sleeve dress-$20.70

crossbody options

the crossbody bag is all the rage these days. whether large or small, these bags are trendy and easy to wear. this is my favorite type of bag to wear when out running errands or shopping because my hands are free and i don't have to worry about my shoulder bag getting in the way.


bcbg maxazaria, flap messenger-$199.99


banana republic, chain embossed mini cross-body bag-$69.50


jpk, paris large nylon crossbody bag-$165


kate spade, darien jan crossbody-$195


marc by marc jacobs, natasha crossbody bag-$328


the sak, flap crossbody bag-$199


tory burch, rayna nubuck mini-$250


urban outfitters, tulu kip handbag-$68

a day off work is dangerous...

i have been in the horizontal position all day trying to get rid of a sinus infection. boo. however, throughout today i have had plenty of time to do some thinking. or coveting....

here is what has been on my mine....



english setter puppies
if only we had a bigger backyard...


my upcoming trip to san fran with my better half...


my mother-in-laws irresistible lemon bars...


snuggling under a luxurious cashmere burberry blanket...


doing a complete overhaul of our house. and making it look like the cover of house beautiful every month. or least trying to remember to drop my subscription card in the mail....

gansta gold

so the title is a bit misleading but yes, this post is completely and totally devoted to gold watches. if you were to tell me 10 years ago i would ever want, let alone own a gold watch, i would have thought that you lost your mind. but, times have changed and now just about everyone has incorporated one into their wardrobe. a friend of mine is currently searching for one and requested i did a little research. my fav is probably the first one by michael kors. i love the unexpected, unusal shape. so, if your budget is not allowing for cartier or rolex at the moment, try and chose one listed below for all budgets!



michael kors, midsized cushion watch-$250


marc by marc jacobs, goldtone stainless steel bracelet-$250


phillip stein, bracelet watch-$550


fossil, gold plated bracelet-$125


coach, hamptons watch-$398
ok, i know it's not completely gold, but it is timeless...


freelook, oversized watch-$250


burberry, gold ip watch-$495