Spring Essentials

Although it may still be cold here in New England, today is in fact the first day of spring! I couldn't be more excited for the warmer weather that'll hopefully be coming soon! Here's what I'll be buying for spring and what I consider my essentials:

Jack Rogers: the perfect sandal for any and every outfit

Chino Shorts: the perfect shorts to stay cool but still lookp put together

White Jeans: the perfect pants when it's still a bit chilly

Printed Tote: perfect for keeping all your essentials in and adding a pop of color to any outfit

Sunglasses: to keep your eyes protected and these mirrored lenses are super trendy right now

Croakies: to keep your sunglasses handy but not stretched out on top of your head or thrown in your bag

Crop Top (similar): perfect for high waisted pants/shorts or for going out

Nike Roshes: the perfect sneaker to match any shorts and t shirts

Vans Slips On: the perfect shoe to slip on with anything from jeans to dresses

T Shirt Dress: perfect for throwing on when you don't know what to wear but still want to look put together

Chambray Top: perfect for layering or wearing on its own

Big T Shirts: super comfy and this monogram one gives a more personal touch

Pom Pom Key chain: perfect to add to any neutral bag for a pop of color for the spring

Krass & Co. Shorts: cuter than the average running shorts and extremely comfy (message me for a discount code !!!)

Tassel Backpack: perfect for carrying all your essentials without having to worry about carrying something on your arm

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Treat Yo Self - Valentine's Day Edition

I honestly love any excuse to spend money on myself and Valentine's Day is the perfect opportunity. Whether you're single or not Valentine's Day can be a great thing. It's important to treat yourself every now and then, and what better way to say you love yourself then to spend some money on yourself. Here's some ideas for Valentine's Day themed gifts either for yourself or for someone else:

Gem Sneaker | Kate Spade Heart Coin Purse | NARS Lipstick | YSL Lipstick | Prada Candy Perfume | Kate Spade Crossbody | Kate Spade Watch | Tory Burch Makeup Bag | Kendra Scott Cuff | OPI Nail Polish | Ray-Ban Sunglasses | NARS Blush Duo

I tried to incorporate items for every budget with multiple designers for every style. Just because it's Valentines Day doesn't mean things have to be pink or red, I just figured it'd make for a cute post! Some of these items make great gifts for your friends too for the perfect Galentine's Day such as the nail polish or lipsticks. Let me know in the comments below what your favorite item is or what you plan on buying yourself, I'm loving the Kate Spade Watch and it's less than $80!

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Winter Weather Essentials

Colder weather is right around the corner so it's time to start stocking your closet up for the colder days ahead. I've put together what I consider are the essentials with a few different options and price ranges for each category. Lets get started!

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Coats: 

A parka and/or down jacket are essential for keeping warm and dry. 

J. Crew Factory Parka | The North Face Parka  

The North Face Down Jacket | Uniqlo Down Jacket 

Vests:

Vests are a great layering piece for colder weather, wear it under a jacket or on it's own on days that aren't so chilly.

Patagonia Vest | J. Crew Buffalo Check Vest

J. Crew Vest | The North Face Vest

Boots:

Boots are essential for staying dry and not ruining your favorite shoes from water marks and salt. Snow boots are an obvious essential if you live in a snowy climate, however, you can also get away with wearing rain boots. UGGs may not be the cutest but they are definitely warm. (Not Pictured L.L. Bean Boots)

L. L. Bean Boots | Sperry Duck Boots | UGG Classic Short

Sorel Boots | Hunter Rain Boots

Hats:
Hats are essential for keeping your ears warm and can be perfect for messier hair days. 
The North Face Beanie (Similar) | J. Crew Beanie
AEO Beanie | Portolano Hat

Gloves:
If you don't want to feel like your fingers are frozen, gloves are essential. And now with tech gloves that allow you to still use your phone normally, there's no reason not to wear a pair. 
Kate Spade Tech Gloves | Bottega Veneta Gloves
Surell Mittens | DVF Gloves

Scarves:
Scarves are another great layering piece that can be worn with a jacket or on their own with an outfit.
Mango Knit Scarf | Burberry Cashmere Scarf
J. Crew Scarf | Halogen Pointelle Infinity Scarf (Similar)

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Top 5 Need to Buy - December

Happy Blogmas Day 2! I haven't done a "Top 5 Need to Buy" since August so I'd figure now would be a good time to bring it back with the holidays coming up. I honestly struggled a bit when making this because there isn't really anything I'm dying to buy lately and I could barely think of things to ask for for Christmas. Some of these items are just general ideas of things I want while others are the exact items I would like to buy for myself or receive as gifts. Enough rambling, let's get started!



1. Faux Fur Vest: I've been wanting to buy a fur vest for what feels like years but never actually get around to doing it. The vests are either out of my price range I'd be willing to pay or just look extremely cheap. This one is a happy medium between the two, it's under $100 but still looks good. Unsure if I'd actually wear it enough to make the price worth it, but I definitely have my eye on this furry piece. 

2. Vineyard Vines Santa Whale T-Shirt: This is just too adorable to pass up and if I'm being completely honest I'm already thinking of cute Instagram photo ideas wearing this shirt (I think I might have a problem but it's totally okay). This shirt is perfect for the holidays and although it may seem a bit pricey for a t-shirt, I swear by Vineyard Vines t=shirts because the quality is fantastic and super comfy overall. 

3. Kate Spade Initial Necklace: This is one of the items I am dying to buy or receive, definitely towards the top of my Christmas list. I've been needing a nice every day  gold necklace and this one seems perfect. I have a silver monogram necklace already so I wanted something different in gold and this is the perfect substitute while stilling giving  a personal touch to an outfit. 

4. Ansley slippers or Mini Boots: I can't decide what kind of slippers I want but I'd be happy with either of these. My uggs have definitely seen better days so it's about time they get replaced. Although they aren't the most fashionable option available, they are nice to have for lazy and cold New England days. 

5. Oversized Turtleneck Sweater: I've been eyeing loads of turtleneck sweaters online but have never been able to find one in person I really liked. I'm eyeing this one because it's perfectly oversized without swallowing you up. I'm also loving this Old Navy one for under $50.

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Top 5 Need to Buy - August

Hello everyone and happy August! As stereotypical as this sounds I really can't believe it's already August and back to school season already. A new month means a new month's wish list. This month's is geared more towards things I'm looking to buy with school in mind aka why a pillow made the list this month. Let's get started: 



1. Neoprene Laptop Sleeve: My backpack doesn't have a pocket for my laptop and I noticed it was starting to get scratched so a laptop sleeve is something I really need to get ASAP. I really like the simplicity of this one and the color is adorable.

2. Monogram Pillow: I've been trying to buy a lot of cute throw pillows for my bed (maybe it'll actually motivate me to make my bed) and I think a monogram one is perfect for a personal touch. I may already have a monogram for the wall, but one can never have too many monograms, right?

3. 'Constellation' Crystal Ear Crawlers: I saw these earrings on tumblr and instantly fell in love. They seem rather big but on the ear they look super small and delicate. I love that these make a statement but aren't over the top and are still good for everyday, causal wear. (on sale until 8/3)

4. Darla Wallet: I used to carry my keys & ID on a lanyard but it got pretty annoying. I saw a similar wallet at the outlets last Thanksgiving and I've been kicking myself for not buying it. It's perfect for just carrying a small amount of money, debit card, IDs, and the keyring makes it perfect to carry around your keys as well. I'm not sure why, but I've been loving the color pink lately. 

5. White Jeggings: For some reason I've never bought a pair of white jeans, yet I'm constantly thinking of outfits with white jeans. Honestly, I'll probably continue to wear them after labor day despite the stupid white rule. American Eagle fits me the best and luckily they always have jean sales for back to school. 

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