under $100: [casual] holiday dinner

Ah the holidays.  A morning filled with pajamas, presents and fun.  Until it is time to round your loved ones up for the holiday feast.  Everyone darts upstairs to get dressed in their best before gathering around an impeccably decorated dinner table.  You may not have … [Read more...]

look instantly chic

It doesn't matter if you haven't showered or your still wearing your pajama top. Throw on a black pea coat, black boots and big sunglasses and you'll be instantly glam! We can only imagine what Angelina's look actually costs, but how about this coat from Calvin Klein (45% … [Read more...]

what to wear: holiday party

Well, its the holiday season! And that means party time! And the big question... What to wear? If you husband is anything like mine, he gives you helpful hints for his holiday party at work like "It said 'fastive attire.' I think I'm supposed to wear a suit." Which is … [Read more...]

what to wear: {casual} thanksgiving dinner

If my Thanksgivings were the formal type, I would certainly be out shopping for that super-great ensemble from yesterday. But, mine are the more casual type, and I'm certain yours are too. But that's ok! Because there are some great options out there for putting together a nice … [Read more...]

what to wear: {formal} thanksgiving dinner

Friends is probably my favorite TV show of all time. My favorite episodes {generally speaking} were always the Thanksgiving episodes, not just because of the content {although, c'mon, they were some of the best episodes} but because they always looked time-appropriate {that is to say, they were … [Read more...]

under $100: ten little black dresses

1. Tiered lace-trim dress by Gap ($79.50) 2. 3/4 Length Dress by French Connection ($89) 3. V-Neck Ruffle Dress by LOFT ($89) 4. Lace Scallop Dress by LOFT ($98) 5. Lace up bandage dress by Arden B ($69) 6. Bow One Shoulder Dress by Limited ($89.90) 7. Strapless Dress by Victoria's Secret ($69) … [Read more...]

under $100: a fall weekend

Button Front Tops by Old NavyBoots by Xhilaration military wool trench by Wet Seal - $26.50 button down camp shirt by Old Navy - $16.50 moto skinny jeans by Old Navy - $25.00 sweater trim boots by Target - $19.99 Total for outfit = $87.99 … [Read more...]

fall weekend wear

I LOVE FALL. It probably is rooted in my deep, deep love of sweaters and boots. And apple pie. But does anyone not love fall weekends? Going apple picking,walking through the leaves, sipping a hot coffee outside a city cafe, fires in the fireplace, scarves, fuzzy socks... I could go on for … [Read more...]