December 2011
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Rachael, Really: The Best of 2011
I’m super busy this week prepping for the big move to Oklahoma. Our moving van arrives tomorrow morning and get this: we don’t have to lift a box. Professionals will be doing all of that for us. I can’t begin to fathom how awesome that will be.
I wish I had more time to put together a really great round up for the end of the year, but I’m currently getting the...
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Haul: Come Ogle My Christmas Loot
Yesterday I asked if you wanted a quick “haul” post featuring some of the items I got for Christmas, I was aiming to determine if such a post would seem either gratuitous or interesting. I’ll take the general silence over the issue as a declaration of interest.
By no means am I trying to show off or put off anyone. Sometimes I dislike revealing to the entire internet what I have...
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Love Big Papa
Sweater: ELLE, Plaid: Target, Jeans: Joes Visionnair in Stephanie, Shoes: Target, Bag: Pour La Victoire (<— sold out on Gilt, add to the waitlist!), Sunnies: TOMS, Watch: Nixon “Spur” in Rosegold, Pearly Jewelry: Forever21, Lips: MAC Red.
December 25th 2011 (Christmas Day)
Clearly I was spoiled for Christmas. I wasn’t expecting my husband to get me anything actually,...
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Wishing You a Very Merry Christmas
At the close of our most challenging year yet, we would like to thank our friends & family for all the support, love & understanding as we make our move to Oklahoma this winter.
We wish you the warmest season from our hearts to your’s …
I hope this post finds you happy and well and that you are spending time with the ones you love. To all my readers, you mean the world to...
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Holiday Face + Nails Inspiration
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I don’t often get too crazy with my nails, in fact usually I have a gel color on that lasts me for weeks. I received this brilliant emerald green polish in my Birchbox last month. Wondering what a Birchbox is? Great, I’ll explain.
Once a month, I get a small box of 4-5 “Deluxe Size” beauty samples. They’re always a surprise, but are based off...
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All I Want For Christmas
Faux Fur Coat: Lulu*s.com, Sweater: Forever 21 (similar), Blouse: Old Navy (similar), Jeans: Gap (similar), Shoes: Target, Arm Jewelry & Necklace: Forever 21, Watch: Michael Kors (this one is much better than mine).
December 20th 2011
This was a monumental day. For those of you who don’t know, my husband has been living and working 1,700 miles away in Oklahoma, since April 1st. It was...
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Misaligned Planets
Sweater coat: H&M (similar), Top: Forever21, Jeans: Gap (similar), Shoes: Ciao Bella “Ballad” Foldable Flats, Earrings: Gift, Lips: Urban Decay Super Saturated Pencil in Punch Drunk.
December 19th 2011
It’s absolutely impossible to love everything you wear. I try, I really do. You know that. These days are far and few between now, but I absolutely HATE this outfit.
Why...
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Holiday Hoedown
Sweater: LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl’s, Corduroys: Forever 21, Cowboy Boots: Old West (similar), Clutch: Forever 21 (similar), Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: nOir, Necklace: J.Crew Factory, Lips: Revlon Moondrops in Orange Flip, Nails: Zoya “Holly”.
December 18th 2011
This is a great sweater, I’m so excited about Lauren Conrad’s line at Kohl’s. I have quite a...
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The IT List -- December 16th 2011
The IT list is signing off for 2011… But we’ll be back in 2012!Enjoy these links in the meantime! good clean fun whips up a batch of apple banana pancakes - these have Christmas Break breakfast written all over them! Yum! (find good clean fun on twitter!)
the posh blog whips up what looks to be the easiest and tastiest cocktail ever - perfect for Christmas brunch or New Years Eve....
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Tying Textures Together
Blouse: Old Navy, Faux Fur Vest: Old Navy, Scarf: H&M (similar), Cords: Forever 21, Knee-Highs: Forever 21, Boots: Steve Madden, Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: nOir.
December 14th 2011
I’m wearing a lot of varying textures with this outfit. Fur, corduroy, silky and fringed. When you stick to mild color palettes that mix well with each other, you can play with different mediums in your...
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Winter White Candy Stripe
Coat: Forever21 (similar), Cami: H&M (similar), Lace Skirt: Forever21, Pumps: Charles Jourdan (cheaper version), Lips: MAC in MAC Red, Watch: Michael Kors (this one is so much better), Pearls: Family heirloom.
December 10th 2011
Remember that old rule, No White After Labor Day? Throw it out the window. The thought comes from the idea that while the whole world pales to the light of winter,...
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Fashion in a Small Town
Jacket: Forever21 — Winter 2009 (similar), Sweater: Elle for Kohl’s (similar), Jeans: 7 for All Mankind, Shoes: Target, Necklace: Charming Charlies (great deal on something similar!), Earrings: Forever21 (similar).
December 7th 2011
I can certainly appreciate those glossy fashion blogs where the women wander the streets of New York in the latest Thakoon dress and Brian Atwood heels,...
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The IT List -- December 9th 2011
Happy Friday! Take some time to check out these great links! i love that features the best beauty trends for the holidays… including the bold red lip (a la Taylor Swift). Check out her tips!
the capital barbie rounds up sweaters for men - which happens to be my favorite gift to give this time of year! See what her top picks are. (find the capital barbie on twitter!)
the posh blog has...
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Gift Guide: Sephora Favorites
Tis the season to give and get gorgeous! My addiction to Sephora is no secret, and so this Christmas I’m planning a few stocking stuffers and treats for my friends and family with some of my favorite products. Each of these ideas can fit in a stocking and most are affordable at around $20. Get a few and your shipping is free, I always hunt for that last thing to get my order just over the...
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Sleigh Bells Ring
Sweater: LC Lauren Conrad for Kohls, Shirt: H&M (similar), Thermal Nordic Print Leggings: Forever21 (similar), Boots: Sole Society (invite link), Hat: Forever21, Tips: Gelish Nail Harmony in Midnight Caller, Pearls: belonged to my late mother-in-law.
December 6th 2011
This goes without saying, but I was pushing the envelope around these parts with the leggings. For me they border on pajama...
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Target Tuesday
Fairisle Zip Sweater: Buckle, Dress: Target, Tights: Target, Socks: Target, Shoes: Target, Necklace: Buckle (similar on Etsy).
December 5th 2011
Perhaps this is only something a style blogger would notice, but it appears that I shop at Target quite a bit, no? Honestly I hadn’t thought of it until it came time to type up my outfit details and I realized I was either rooting for Team...
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Merry December
Cape: TJ Maxx, Turtleneck, Jeggings and Socks: Target, Boots: Madden Girl, Earrings: Buckle, Headband: Yogitoes.
December 1st 2011
Dear TJ Maxx — I’m sorry I forget about you, but I think my random trips that result in hundreds of dollars crammed into a rickety grey cart make up for my infrequent visits.
Though it’s now December, it still looks decidedly like early Fall here...
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Daily Outfit Index: November 2011