Stackable Gold Rings

I can't get enough of this year's trend of gold rings. While attending an event at BaubleBar two weeks ago, I had a hard time peeling myself away from the ring table, where there were the perfect thin, delicate pieces!



 

Left: Edie Stackable Rings ($65); Right: Gold Midi Band ($22)

Etsy has some great options as well. I'll take any one of these!

Stackable Rings ($17)

(Above photo from WeHeartIt.com)

NYC Heat Survival Kit

Today's temperatures are supposed to hit 95 degrees with 53 percent humidity.

Let that sink in for a moment.

Now imagine yourself standing underground, waiting for the subway where the air doesn't move.

It gets disgusting fast.

Here are 6 essentials for battling New York City in the summer. We're talking loose skirts, sun umbrellas, hair up, sunscreen that fights UVA and UVB rays and the best pocket-size deodorant that, like this thick humid air, will never leave your side.

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Denim Overalls

What do you think about overalls for adults?

I have to admit that I am loving these denim overalls. I think they would work well in the spring, summer or fall (that little gap in the torso would not be fun during the chilly New York City winter winds).

My Three Style Obsessions: Suzanne Davis

Suzanne Davis is the founder of Striving Onward, a female empowerment site that delivers daily posts from women around the country discussing topics like fat talk, relationships, self-confidence and more. 

As you can see from her weekly vlog appearances on Striving Onward, Davis tackles these tough women issues looking classy all the while.

“My style philosophy is to invest in key, classic staples that will last, offer wardrobe versatility and never go out of style,” she says. “Then play with less expensive statement accessories to add color and edge.”

Here, Davis shares what classic pieces she's picking up this spring. 

NYC Rain Survival Kit

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My editor sent us all home yesterday at 4:30 because a rain storm was on its way. Sounds a little silly, but New York City rain is a bit on the crazy side. It's nothing like the drizzles we'd get in Denver when I was growing up. When it rains here, it almost seems as if someone is standing above you with a bucket of water overturned.

After a year of city living, I've learned a sturdy dome umbrella and trusty rain boots are some of the most essential NYC accessories, along with a few other cozies to sulk in under the blankets (I'm so late on the "Downton Abbey" boat but I am hooked! Mr. Bates, you handsome devil!).

Fall Trend: The Jean Jacket

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One of the strongest fall trends that I am seeing on every block is the jean jacket. It's a must-have item here in New York and something I need to get my hands on stat. I love the look when it's paired with a dress or even leggings, flats, and a tee for a stroll around the park. 

Riddle Me This: Bobble Necklace

I think I'm finally coming around to purchasing one...May be a few months behind the boat though. What do you think? Is it in or is it out?

Hair, Meet Humidity

There's no fighting it.  

Shoe Shopping

I have been planning on buying this gorgeous pair of heels on December 30th. But they are apparently sold out everywhere. Not a pair to be found.

So on to Plan B. Would you recommend the Bow Pumps or Curl Stacked Heels? Or did you want to buy me some Louboutins?

How An Anthro Sale Strengthened My Faith

I'm a girl who doesn't pay full price for anything. And I can honestly say I don't shop very often (although this is the second Anthro-related posted in the last few weeks). But yesterday, I made a rather substantial shopping trip to Anthropologie.

While I feel some guilt over it, I also think it was God's way of taking care of me.

Don't roll your eyes, I'm serious!

You see, right after I became just me, I was standing in an Anthropologie dressing room surrounded by beautiful, expensive clothes. And I suddenly thought, "I'm going to buy all of this." I knew that meant spending more than $800 but I didn't care one bit in that moment. That was what I wanted. While in every other aspect of my life it didn't seem to matter one bit about what I wanted, this...this I could make happen.

Then that logical, couponer in me piped in. I walked out empty-handed.

But this month....Oy vey.... If there ever was a month in my life where I could use some retail therapy, it's this month. In fact, I don't even need the whole month, just the next 8 days. Official divorcement, Christmas and would-be anniversary all fall within 8 days of one another.

Well yesterday I get another email from Anthropologie. Big sale aaaand take 50% off the bottom price.

I would not be surprised if my right bicep is sore tomorrow from the lug of clothes I carried to the dressing room this afternoon.

So in the end, I still had my shopping spree at a low(er) cost.

Win, win.

Anthropologie Consensus

Anthropologie emailed to let me know that I could take an extra 30% off sale prices.

Oh...You got that too?

Well, I went ahead a picked a few things up, one of which was this Shaggy Wanderings Cardi.

At first, I thought it was the ugliest sweater ever made. Then I saw it in their catalog and once it was styled, it looked pretty good! I will actually be able to tell you for sure in 5-7 days but in the mean time, what's your prediction??

Because Shopping For Men Is Hard To Do

I am (hopefully) wrapping up my Christmas shopping this weekend! No pun intended ;) Shopping for my Dad and brothers is nearly impossible. Do you face the same debacle every year when it comes to shopping for men? I sketched out a few tips here.

It's been nice for me to share a few ways I treat myself through heartbreak. I do it because I know I am not the first nor the last woman to feel that grief. Obviously lipstick, conditioners and Anthropologie don't heal oneself, but incorporating little things like these into my day does help lift my spirits. I hope you enjoyed.

Have a great weekend! Check back in next week!