Big and Beautiful

I recently just fixed my absolute favorite necklace.  I had gotten it in the summer and by fall all the chains connecting the necklace had broken.  I took to my pliers and went to work, and now I am happily wearing my favorite statement necklace with practically everything I own.  Fixing my necklace made me fall in love with big necklaces all over again, and although I have found no necklaces that can top the one I have, I found a couple that are strong contenders.  The first necklace below is a steal at just $16 and I love the purple and gold combo.  Also the chain is awesome.  The bottom necklace I first saw in a picture in an email, and I thought it looked too dainty and small, but then I looked at it in person and it is massive.  The necklace really packs a punch and is not to be missed, not to mention that it comes in three different colors.  

Song of the Day

Cold War Kids - Royal Blue

I know this is somewhat of an old song, but I just stumbled across it on my iPod and forgot how much I loved it.

Bar None

Today while shopping at Lather & Fizz, a small bath boutique, I stumbled upon a lotion bar.  I had never seen anything quite like it.  It looked and felt a bit like dry soap, but when you rubbed it on your hands it was similar to lotion without all the grease.  I bought the Life's a Beach bar which has a coconut sent and my friend got a minty scent. I am so excited for this product because I get quite dry in the winter, but now I can use this lotion bar without the greasy feeling of heavy lotion.  Also I think it would be perfect if you could find someone to massage your back with one! Below is a similar product I found because the bar I bought is not sold online. 

Song of the Day

The National - Gospel

After a whirlwind weekend of my best friend coming to visit, karaoke, and bar hopping it is nice to slow it down and relax.  This song is the perfect song to listen to after a fun filled weekend.

Back to Back

As much as I love an interesting front of a shirt, what could be better than someone being wowed when you walk away? Recently I have seen an influx of shirts with great details on the back.  The look is quirky and unexpected. Weather it be with fringe, like the top above, or a twist, like the leopard shirt below, or even just a simple overlay, like the bottom top, having a shirt with back detailing will leave an impression.  

Wrap It Up

Watches are my second favorite accessory, behind statement necklaces, and I have always wanted a La Mer wrap watch.  They are awesome because they work as both a watch and a bracelet so it is almost as if you are getting a two for one deal.  While researching these watches I came across some wrap watches that are almost identical to the La Mer watches but at a fourth of the price, perfect for all you budget shoppers.  Below is a great neon La Mer watch that would be a great accessory to punch up any drab outfit.  The blue La Mer watch has an awesome gold chain that adds an instant luxe feeling.  Finally the four watches pictures are only around $25 and come in a bunch of different colors.  I love the turquoise one myself.

Song of the Day

Yeasayer - Ambling Alp

By request, an oldie but a goodie!

DIY Hex nut Bracelet

Hex nut bracelets have been all over the internet and the other day I decided to make my own.  It was such a simple project and the results were fantastic.  You can find great step-by-step instructions here.  What I did that was used a thin strip of black suede instead of the white yarn the instructions used.  I think it gave it a much more luxe look and the black made the gold hex nuts pop.  I wore it with my Michael Kors watch and I was in accessory heaven.  I am working on a necklace version now with larger hex nuts.  

Song of the Day

Scissor Sisters - Shady Love

I heard this song a couple days ago and didn't really like it, but it has been stuck in my head since listening to it the first time and it's starting to grow on me.  The video is what really gets me though, it is so funny.  

Boot It Up

All of my boots are the standard black or tan knee-high boots.  I want to branch out and get some boots with more interesting details and would stand out when wearing them.  I found some great options in my hunt for the perfect unique boot.  The boots above, from Free People, are tough girl chic.  The boots below, by Frye, have a great pattern and have an awesome vintage look.  Finally I love the knit aspect of the grey boots.  They basically have leg warmers built right into the shoe, and as a bonus they are only around $25. 

Song of the Day

The Naked and Famous - Young Blood

If Passion Pit and MGMT got together they would make this song.  I love the song and I love the video.

Loving Leather

Leather jackets are a fashion staple.  Real leather jackets can be expensive, but they are a great investment and could be worn year after year.  A cheaper option, if you are on a budget, would be to go the faux route.  With faux leather jackets you have to be cautious because they can look cheap and plastic if your don't find a good one.  Below I picked out two options. The first jacket is real leather and by one of the best jacket designers around, Mike & Chris.  This jacket is pricey, as are their other jackets, but it is adorable and the leather is so soft and could be worn for years.  The other option is much cheaper.  It has an asymmetric zipper which I love and the black color could be worn with almost anything.

Song of the Day

Kaskade Feat. Dragonette - Fire In Your New Shoes

I'm a fan of Dragonette and they make this song so good!

Pink Pout

Bright pink lips are fun and funky.  They add a pop of color to your face and I think it is easier to pull off than red lipstick.  Below is my favorite bright pink lipstick by NARS.  It is called Schiap.  

Color Me Happy

One of my best friends came over wearing light pink jeans which looked awesome.  I had always assumed after seeing colored jeans all over the streets of Barcelona in the summer that they worked only for summer. My friend proved me wrong.  Below I picked out some perfect for winter colored jeans.  They are in deeper jewel tones that will work well in the cold weather.  You can find them here and here.