Casual and Comfy

Sweater: New York and Co. / Tank: Express / Jeans: Levis / Shoes: Target / Necklace: very old :)

Sooooo... you know those days when you want to just stay in your jammies and Hello Kitty slippers all day? Well, since they kind of frown upon that look in civilized society, aside from the anomaly that is Walmart, this is what I threw together. I love these shoes I got on clearance at Target because the gray goes with just about everything and they are super comfy! What is your "go to" lazy days outfit?

Color Clash

Necklace: Sam Moon / Sweater and Belt: Target / Pants: H&M / Shoes: Payless / Purse: Michael Kors

Hey lovelies! Sorry I missed Life's Little Luxuries this week, but I got super lazy over the holiday weekend watching Homeland with my hubby :) Anyway, this is an outfit I put together after seeing Jennifer Hudson's gorgeous pics in Lucky Magazine. All of her outfits really capitalized on the color/pattern clashing trends and were so fun! Can you go too far with color classing? Probably. I might have, but I don't really care. I felt like a kid playing dress up putting together this fun outfit; and that's all that matters, right? Take a chance this week and wear something fun that makes you happy!

Casual Date Night

Dress: Express, Shirt: Target, Shoes: Steve Madden, Purse: Michael Kors, Necklace: Tiffany and Co.

This weekend my hubby and I had a date night that included dinner and seeing the movie Zero Dark Thirty (which was absolutely amazing, by the way). I picked up this dress at Express during their winter clearance sale and couldn't wait to wear it. Because of the busy pattern of the dress, I chose to go light on the accessories. I was thinking this outfit would be cute with some gray tights, but it  has been unseasonably warm here (80 degrees!!!) so they weren't really necessary. However, I did bring the "motorcycle jacket" style windbreaker because it does get chilly in those theaters!

Golden Globes 2013

 Good morning! This weekend was the Golden Globe awards and I had so much fun watching all the glamour of the red carpet. Although everyone looked fantastic, these were my top 10 favorite looks!

I loved all of the different shades of pinks and the mermaid dresses. Great job ladies!

Who do you think was best dressed?

Life's Little Luxuries

Happy Monday! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend and had the opportunity to watch the Golden Globes last night! Stay tuned tomorrow for some of my favorite looks from the red carpet, but until then... please enjoy this week's little luxuries.

I love this bracelet bar that my mother gave me for Christmas is the perfect place for baubles, and I pretty much love anything that helps keep me organized!

My sweet kitty cat who is healing from surgery and currently trapped in a cone and Thundershirt because he keeps ripping out his tummy staples! :(

 

I basically spent all of yesterday lounging on the couch under my favorite fleece blanket. I love the sage green color and having my husband's and my initials embroidered on it. This was a bridesmaid gift from my bestie at her wedding, but you can find them here.

Have a wonderful week and don't forget to take some time to enjoy some of life's little luxuries!

White Chocolate Cranberry Walnut Cookies

Happy Friday! We made it through the week, and the first week back to school for me. I think that means we deserve a treat to celebrate! These cookies are super simple and delicious. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!

White Chocolate Cranberry Walnut Cookies

Ingredients:

2 packages white chocolate macadamia nut cookie dough

1 cup original flavored Craisins

1 cup chopped walnuts (this would also be delicious with pistachios)

1t vanilla extract

2t orange extract

Directions:

1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2) Mix all ingredients in a large bowl.

3) Separate into "cookie" sized pieces two inches apart on cookie sheets.

4) Bake according to package directions.

Recipe courtesy of Doris Lee.

Here's to the sweet life!

-Jessica

Fashion Icon: Oh, Jackie O!

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis is one of the world's greatest fashion icons. What I love most about her style is that her looks are absolutely timeless. I would argue that any piece in her wardrobe, if accessorized to give a fresh outlook, would look just as modern and relevant as any new piece out today. The following are some of Jackie's most famous looks and some ways to reinvent them for yourself.

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The first look is the famous pink Chanel suit that our former first lady wore in Dallas that fateful November day in 1963. This is an interpretation upon that ensemble, because as much as I would love to show up to the office in a pink tweed suit, pillbox hat, and gloves (trust me, I have been DYING for an excuse to rock some gorgeous, lady like gloves), I just don't see that exact outfit happening.  Pink and black is classically gorgeous. The gold button earrings are a somewhat retro touch that add bling (and of course what be gorgeous with your J.Crew pave link bracelet, Dahling!) and are somewhat reminiscent of the gold buttons of the Chanel suit. Finally, a sturdy black leather handbag will last you for ages and go with anything.

The second look is the perfect casual day outfit. It is classy, sophisticated, and can be accessorized in different ways to be more fun or more glamorous. Frankly, I think that these pieces are absolute wardrobe staples and so imperative to a woman's wardrobe that I'm not going to post particular pieces, but I like to shop for my staples at Gap, Old Navy, and Target. 

 Trenches can be found:

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Ladies, get yourselves a trench! I loooooove this look! Now, that being said, I do not under any circumstances wear scarves on my head. Just don't, honey I've tried, I look like a gypsy and it's just not cute. However, you can definitely keep in mind the classic trench, gorgeous greens, and tortoise shell accents when putting together your outfit. I would recommend throwing in your tortoise shell accents in either your sunnies or watch band. Stay with the gold tones to compliment the olive green in this ensemble, and if you (like myself) don't wear your scarf on your head tie it around the handle of your purse for a preppy look.

What do you think of Jackie's style? Who is your fashion icon?

Lots of love,

Jessica

Life's Little Luxuries

Happy Monday all! This week's little luxuries are a few items that I have recently stumbled upon and now absolutely adore. First up is my new cluster necklace from Target. It has so much sparkle and is the perfect length for peeking out under shirt collars. I'm sure you will be seeing this little beauty again in posts to come :)

(Found Here)

The next item is International Delight's Almond Joy flavored creamer. I love Almond Joy, and most other candy for that matter, and I love different flavored coffee. This creamer is such a treat that I am certain could perk up anyone's Monday. 

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The last item is this Hydration Mask from Boots No 7. Boots No 7 is a British skin care and makeup company known for their hypoallergenic formulas. This mask is moisturizing without being greasy and leaves your skin soft and luxurious.

(Found Here)

Have a great week and make sure you take some time to enjoy life's little luxuries!

Lots of love, 

Jessica

New Year

Happy New Year everyone! 2012 was pretty great, and I know that 2013 will be even better! My resolutions this year are to:

1) Live the healthiest lifestyle possible
2) Be less of a procrastinator at school
3) Blog more!!! Because of a busy school schedule a my husband and I moving I have been unable to blog regularly this month, but will be getting back to it ASAP!

What are your resolutions for 2013?

Lots of love,
Jessica