Moody Mondays – Tick-tock, Stock-up!

Hi ladies - I hope that you all had a wonderful weekend!  I’m not sure about you guys, but I haven't finished shopping for all of my fall/winter essentials yet.  Mostly because I'm always on the look out for a good deal.  So when I got a couple emails regarding some great sales, I thought that I would share them with you too.  That way you too can stock up on any additions to your wardrobe or even start shopping for the holidays. 

Anthropologie has a pretty sweet promotion going on right now. For a limited time, you can enjoy 20% off all sweaters in stores and online.   The prices are as marked and the offer includes all of the sweaters on sale as well.  Awesome right? Just a quick FYI, the sale started last Thursday, November 6th and I’m not sure when it’s going to end.  So if you see something that you like, then act fast before it’s too late. Do you have any favorites?  Check out Anthropologie’s full collection of sweaters here and let me know which one is your favorite!  I’m not sure if I’m gonna buy anything yet, but I have a few things in my shopping bag like: this Moth Jacquard Moto Cardi, Dolan Rosalyn Pullover and this Moth Draped Pointelle Cardigan.

I also got an email earlier today from Piperlime regarding another big sale.  Piperlime is offering 30% off of all sale items as well as 40% off all final sale items now through November 11, 2014, by using the code EXTRAEXTRA at the checkout.  I ended up grabbing a few things like this Pim + Larkin All Over Embellished Shell Top and this Aryn K. Exploded Lace Top.  I also have my eye on a few Kate Spade goodies like: this Kate Spade Bamboo Cuff, Kate Spade Nelle Collared Top, and this Kate Spade Sailors Knot Bangle.  Are you guys going to take advantage of the sale? Let me know if you have your eye on anything.  

Moody Mondays: Target & Altuzarra

I’m so excited to share with all of you the news about Target’s newest collaboration.  I’m not sure where I've been, but I only recently learned about this information, so I figured that I would share it with all of you (in case you weren't already in the know). 

Anyways, Target has announced that they are partnering with Altuzarra to introduce a limited-edition collection of women's ready-to-wear & accessories for fall 2014.  Altuzarra for Target hits Target stores, Target.com and Net-A-Porter on Sunday, September 14, 2014 - so you know that’s where I’ll be.

The 2014 Council of Fashion Designers of America, Inc. (CFDA) Womenswear Designer of the Year winner, Joseph Altuzarra of Altuzarra, has created a collection for Target that is comprised of nearly 50 pieces priced from $18 to $90.  The collection includes everyday staples of pencil skirts, crisp button-down shirts and stylish dresses that are covered in python prints, rich velvets and romantic floral prints.  In addition to the clothes, there are a handful of beautiful accessories like waist-cinching belts, ankle-strap stilettos and there is even a pair of over-the-knee boots. 

As I mentioned before, I’m so excited about this collaboration that I’ve already started picking out some of my favorites.  You can check out the official lookbook here.  Here are a few things that I'm loving so far:

Velvet Blazer InRuby Red, $59.99; Embroidered Blouse In Red, $44.99; 

Velvet Ankle Tuxedo PantIn Red, $39.99; Ankle Strap Shoe In Black, $39.99

Maxi Dress In Black Orchid Print, $69.99; Ankle Strap Shoe In Black, $39.99

Structured Dress With Crane Embroidery, $49.99; Croc Effect Belt InBlack, $29.99; 

Ankle Strap Shoe In Black, $39.99

Blazer In Python Print, $49.99; Dress In Banker Stripe/Python Print, $49.99; 

Ankle Strap Shoe In Black, $39.99

Wrap Dress In Purple Orchid Print, $49.99; Over-The-Knee Boot In Black, $79.99

Tee Shirt In Python Print, $17.99; Flounce Skirt In Black, $34.99; 

CrocEffect Belt In Black, $29.99; Over-The-Knee Boot In Black, $79.99

I can’t wait to check everything out in person.  Are any of you looking forward to this collection?  Have you check everything out yet?  What are some of your favorites?

Moody Mondays: If Food Could Talk

I came across some of David Olenick creative artwork the other day and I wanted to share some of it with all of you. David illustrates what would food say to us, if they could talk. He really knows how to play on all of our food-related anxieties.  If you have ever eaten ice cream straight from the carton or felt justified for eating poorly after eating too many slices of pizza, then Davids’ artwork will resonate with you.  My favorite? "Take Me. Take Me Now." This one pretty much describes my love affair with chocolate. It gets me every time. 

Check out David’s tumbler (here) for more information about him and his work.  If you’re interested in purchasing some of David’s prints, mugs, stationary and much more, then shop (here).  Which one is your favorite?

Moody Mondays: Updated Blog Design

By now most of you have noticed that I updated my blog a couple of weeks ago.  I kept forgetting to write a post about how excited I am about the new design and layout!  I wanted a new, updated and overall clean look and I got that and more.  I reached out to Aubrey Kinch of Aubrey Kinch Designs several weeks ago and she responded right away.  Aubrey did an amazing job creating the look that I envisioned.  If you’re thinking about updating your blog or if you need a social media kit or even need help with brand identity, then Aubrey is your girl.  Aubrey is talented, easy to work with and very patient (believe me I bugged her enough throughout the process).  Thank you Aubrey! Please check out her portfolio (here) - you won't be disappointed.

I didn't get a screenshot of my previous layout, but here is a picture of my previous header:

And here is the new design:

What do you guys think about the new updates? Let me know in the comments.