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Life Lately

It’s been crazy around here guys… Not much time to blog at all.  With me getting over the flu, my business at it’s peak busy season, being nanny-less for 2.5 weeks and my daughter, who has always been a great sleeper (she started sleeping through the night at 10 weeks old) has now at 16 months become unable to sleep without me being there right next to her and oh yeah, she refuses to fall asleep until 12am!  I’m working through it all and figuring things out as they come but I can not wait to resume back to “normal” life.

If you follow me on instagram, you’ll get a more up to date glimpse of what’s going on with me.  If you don’t follow me yet, here’s a few photos of what I’ve been up to!  While in Chicago my sister took me to a fabulous party hosted by Debi Lilly at her new event space, DL Loft.  The space was beautiful and it was such a fun party to attend.  I finally got a chance to wear the Altuzarra for Target dress that I wrote about back in September when the collection came out.

 

My sister and I at the holiday party/event that we hosted at Nellcote for our jewelry line.  It was such a fun night of shopping, food and drinks.  So many people came, which made us very happy!  It was at one point so packed that I couldn’t even walk to one end of our table to the other.  We met lots of new and old customers which is the best part!  The dress I’m wearing is by Missguided.  My pearls are here and you can find my sister’s pearls here and her red maxi skirt is also our design!
Before leaving Chicago my sister and I took a much needed break and did a little shopping.  This Valentino Red coat caught my eye and although I didn’t buy it, it’s still on my mind.  I must order it soon.
  
I always miss my daughter so much when I travel, especially now so that she’s starting to talk and recognize things, I feel like I’m missing out whenever she learns a new word and I’m not there to hear it!  I always make sure to take her on fun outings, just her and I, so when I got home I took her out and we wore our matching glitter shoes. 🙂 Mine are from Target and hers are from Nordstrom but I got them during the summer so both are sold out.

I had one healthy day (see above photo) after I got back and then I got hit with the flu super hard.  The fatigue is the worst!  For someone that goes a million miles an hour (I’m never bored and I’m never without a hundred things on my to do list) to be stuck in bed with the inability to do anything about it was the absolute worst.  The week before, I had planned on my outfit for my husband’s company dinner, which included these gorgeous Wolford tights and our bejeweled clutch.  I was very excited to get to wear my new sparkly tights!  I really tried to get better, but the night of the party, I never ended up making it out of bed.  🙁

I’m finally feeling better now, thank goodness!  Before I got sick, I hit up some online shopping pretty hard for presents and of course ended up picking up some goodies for myself (Merry Christmas to me from me!).  It’s always fun to get presents in the mail isn’t it? 🙂  Here’s some of my haul…

 Valentino flats | Memebox x Chosungah Peachy Glow Pact | NYX Lip Creams
Too Faced Blush | Clinique eyeshadow palette | C Wonder makeup bag

Hope you guys are all surviving the holidays and not too many of you caught the flu too!  Happy Holidays!

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random updates and a pinterest contest!

My shopping lately has consisted of mainly furniture and more house stuff but when I was in U Village this weekend I picked up this adorable lace top from Madewell in a neon yellow – it’s on sale in stores!  But also noticed online that they are doing an additional 20% off on sale items.  I’m eyeing this eyelet dress, this floral drop waist dress and this pretty navy beaded number.

I did squeeze in some “me” time a few weeks ago with a stop at Prada and fell in love with these beauties.  I did bring one home but not going to reveal which one just yet 🙂  Which one do you like?

Gray/White vs Blue/White
wearing ZLZ Coat, ShopSosie Dress and Prada wedges.
I haven’t been to Nordstrom Rack in months but decided to stop by since I was near one and when I walked in I instantly noticed a new shipment of Marc Jacobs bags including this little crossbody.  I already have it in a burgundy and I LOVE that bag during the fall/winter so loved that I stumbled upon this bright pink version.  It’s perfect for the summer and I’ve been using it daily.  Plus it was 50% off!  Score!  Love Nordstrom Rack finds.
A more recent bump picture as I’ve seriously grown exponentially in the past two weeks.   This is me at 28 weeks…
wearing J Crew cardigan, RD Style tee, Old Navy maxi dress
t+j Designs necklace, bracelet, watch
And on that note, we got brand new neon bubble necklaces that are GORGEOUS.  They are a really pretty matte finish and come in neon pink, yellow and purple.  We have them for a special price of $26 so go get them now (and check out the rest of our new arrivals while you are there!)
And lastly, we have a pinterest contest going on that I would love for you guys to join!  Just repin 3 of our images and then enter for a chance to win all the jewelry in the photos (a $400 value!) or a $75 credit to our store.  You can visit our board here (make sure to follow us) but fill out your entry form here.
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Monday Randoms

I’m headed back home today after spending time in Chicago with my family for my nephew’s first birthday.  It was so much fun to hang out with my family and especially to see my adorable nephew turn one and see him eat his first bite of cake! 

Just a few random bits from my instagram that I wanted to share with you.  I’ve been loving this crossbody bag from Target.  I just can’t get enough!  My husband laughed in my face when I bought it and he (sarcastically) said that was so sure that I was going to use this bag over all my designer bags but I really have been using it a lot!  It’s actually nice to have a bag that I don’t have to worry about it getting wet, dirty, scuffed, etc…  And it looks small but it carries a lot.

Yellow | Pink
J Crew Sweater | 7 For all Mankind jeans | Brian Atwood pumps | t+j Designs bracelets
 Forever 21 Cardigan | Choies Lace Top | Rag & Bone Jeans | Alice & Olivia pumps
I just saw that Target came out with a few new colors, I love them and
am thinking about getting another!  At $23, it’s totally worth the
price!
Mint | Navy Blue

In all honesty though, if I had the funds to buy another bag, it would probably be this Saint Laurent bag!  I’m so in love with it but… out of the budget for now.

At Barneys I spotted this gorgeous orange Celine Nano tote.  It’s so cute!  I’m so loving the mini bags these days.

Another OOTD.  I had thought that I could put away my boots but the rain came back with a vengeance.  When I was in Chicago it actually snowed so I was very glad that I packed boots! 

 
SheInside Blouse | t+j Designs Bracelets 
Over at my jewelry line we launched a few new pieces including this yellow flower necklace which is my favorite!  I’ve been wearing it so much.  It also comes in turquoise and for a limited time, we are offering it at a special price so if you like it, get it now!
Hope you all have a great Monday and the rest of your week!
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Insta-outfits

Just a quick post on the outfits that I post on Instagram that don’t make it on the blog.

Lush Floral Blazer | Shop Sosie dot blouse | J Crew Pixie Pant | Stuart Weitzman booties 
Circle Crystal Necklace | Bejeweled Bangle Set
 
J Crew Cardigan | SheInside Blouse | Rag & Bone Jeans | Roberto del Carlo Boots
White Gold Pave Bracelet | Rolex Watch | Silver Double Chain Necklace
 J Crew Sequin Shirt | Rag & Bone Jeans | Prada Booties 
Spike Necklace | Melissa Bracelet Set

J Crew Blouse and Blazer | Madewell Cords
Double Chain Necklace | Leopard | Gold Chain | Textured Chain bracelets

Hello Kitty x Forever 21 Blouse | J Crew Cardigan | Old Navy Jeans | Manolo Blahnik Pumps
Michelle Bracelet Set | Turquoise Pave Bracelet

J Crew Bow Coat | Rag & Bone Jeans | Prada Booties | Marc Jacobs Cross body
  
J Crew Cardigan | Forever 21 Blouse | Madewell Jeans | Louboutin Bianca Pumps
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How to Style: Cozy Cardigans

If you follow me on instagram you may have seen this recent outfit.  On those cold, gray and rainy days, this has become my uniform, a big cozy sweater, tee, leggings and booties.  It’s such an easy formula and easy to change up!

 
My latest Chanel obsession. Would love to bring her home but yikes the price!
1. Chicwish Cardigan – this is one size only and it fits a bit big on me in the body and the sleeves.  I figure for big cardigans it’s okay if it’s a bit big though, it’s kind of the look!
2. T by Alexander Wang
3. J Crew Pixie Pant – I told you about these pants before but I love them!  If you are a fan of Lululemon’s Wunder Under pants (Big fan here!) I would compare them to those but “fancy” version of them.
4. Dior Nail Polish – Purple Revolution 
5. Revlon Lip Butter – Strawberry Shortcake – I have several Lip Butters but I tend to wear this or Creme Brulee the most.
6. t+j Designs Gold Chain Link Bracelet | t+j Designs Gold Jewel Tone Crystal Bracelet | t+j Designs Gold Textured Chain Link Bracelet – get 30% off your order by claiming an offer on our Facebook!  Just like our page and the offer will be there for you to claim.
7. Stuart Weitzman Booties – mine are similar but the elastic part wraps around the front too.  They’re really comfy!  I wore them all day long shopping and my feet didn’t hurt at all.

Read more for another way to style and my picks!

Another
easy outfit to switch it up is with jeans and a blouse.  I like the
contrast of the patterns with some simple gold jewelry and fun red nails.

SheInside Cardigan
 use SPOOKY20 to get 20% off your order and free shipping at SheInside
Rag & Bone Jeans
SheInside Blouse
t+j Designs Double Wrap Chain Link Bracelet
t+j Designs Gold Spike Bracelet

Since I’m a collector of sorts (once I find something I love, I‘m obsessed with finding more) I went on a hunt for more big cozy cardigans.  Lots of cute options out there!  The one thing that I hate though?  I have no room to store them! These kind of cardigans take up so much room on my shelves that I don’t have room for more!  LOL!

1. Chichwish – I have this one too. I like the one I’m wearing better but this one is still cute to mix things up.
2. D.E.P.T. – great price and 30% off 

3. BB Dakota – I like her outfit.  I need a pair of skinnies in that color.
4. ASOS – love it in the black and white and belted.  I’m going to try out this look!
5. ASOS – pretty colors!  I might order this one.

6. Romwe – a few other cute color options.  This would be cute with the first outfit too.
7. Romwe – I actually think this would be really cute paired with a simple gray dress and black booties.  I’ve been asked a few times about Romwe quality and the sweaters that I have are pretty good quality.  I’d say it’s a better than Forever 21 or H&M.  Maybe like Zara quality.  And sizing tends to run small.  However it does depend on what you get but in general, the sweaters and blouses have been good quality for the price.
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Random Updates

I was in China all last week so I’ve been a bit MIA since practically every website is blocked there (even Pinterest! my ultimate online addiction).  Anyway, I’m so glad to be back in the cool Seattle weather as China was blazing hot and they aren’t ones for AC over there so even inside it was HOT HOT HOT.

I got super lucky on the trip over as they bumped me up to business class and let me tell you, that 14 hour flight was awesome being able to lie down all the way!  I had to send a photo to my husband of all the leg room that I had.

And I love the fancy meal presentation too 🙂  If only I could fly business class all the time!

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It was so awesome to come back to see our necklace featured on WhoWhatWear.com as that is one of my favorite websites!  And thank you to the readers who emailed me to let me know about it, you guys are the best!  The Highlighter Necklace is nearly sold out so get one now before they are completely gone! 🙂  The bracelet version and the pink version is still available!

I love sharing pictures and seeing everyone else’s pictures, which I tend to do on my facebook page, but seeing as almost everyone I know is on instagram, I finally joined!  My username is tiffanyish, I tried to follow everyone on my facebook/twitter but let me know if you are on so I can follow you too!

my first instagram!

Did a little shopping when I got back and was happy to see that Madewell was still having a sale and on top of it, all sale items were an extra 30% off!  Here are the things that I tried on and the 3 sale items came out to be about $110 total!

Left:
Soft Silk Boyshirt – not on sale but love the color.  I have quite a few of their boyshirts and love the fit of them.  See the gray on me here.
Sidestep Skirt – it’s cheaper online but I got it for $34.99 from $68 so still a good deal!

Right:
Market Popover – not on sale online, I got it for $34.99.
Skinny Skinny Ankle Colorpop Jeans – a bunch of colors on sale but I don’t have any dark purple so I had to snap these up since I love my red ones.  These are way cheaper in store, I got them for $41.99!

I’ve got lots going on the next few weeks but hoping to get some time to finally enjoy the nice Seattle weather.  Lots of new styles coming to our jewelry line too which I’m super excited to share with you guys.  We are learning lots as we go with our new business and I truly appreciate all the support you guys have given us from the beginning.  Next month will be our ONE YEAR anniversary!  I can’t even believe it, it’s been such an incredible experience and watching it grow has been amazing and just makes me so happy to finally be doing something that I truly love and am so passionate about.