Sunday's Best

I have always been a fan of the Gap.  More specifically, as winter rolls around, I always fall in love with their sweaters.  This year, I have been loving more than just their sweaters.  I will only purchase something at Gap with a coupon or when it is on sale because you are bound to get a coupon throughout the week or the item will get marked down soon enough.  These are a few of my latest finds (at 40% or 30% off).

Striped Knit Tunic // Colorblock Button-shoulder Sweater

Oversized Pocket Shirt // Polka Dot Ribbed Tank

In case you don't follow me on Twitter, here are some pictures of other finds, some not listed on their website:

This scarf had a perfect pop of neon.  In case you don't know, I am a huge, huge fan of scarves.  They're easy and can create an instant new look to an outfit. It's light and fun.  Adds some color for the cold winter, but is light enough to wear throughout the spring/summer as well.

I have been loving pointed flats for quite some time and finally found these gems. Plus they are the first pair of non-neutral flats I own.  Need your opinion: you can't really see this in the picture, but you can totally see my toes (toe cleavage, as I like to call it).  Yay or nay on that? I won't be offended one bit with your opinion. I'm kind of a nay, but I really do love the flats. See, I need your help!

I paired this scarf with the striped knit tunic.  I wore it with leggings and boots on Friday, but also tried it on with nude heels and loved it.  Can't wait to style it in a new way.

I also have added a new jacket to my collection. Yes still from the Gap.  Love the fur hood.  Funny thing is that both my mom and dad claim to have had jackets like this circa the 7th grade.  Oh, how things always come back in style.

So do you love the Gap as much as me, and how has your weekend been? We successfully pulled off a surprise birthday party for my uncle yesterday-it was a blast! Happy belated birthday again Uncle K!

Update: Use code GAPLOVE today for 20% off your order!

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Color

If you follow me on Twitter or Facebook, you know that I desperately need some more color in my life.  Mission accomplished at 3:30 AM this morning.  Yours truly could not sleep so what does one do? Go through Twitter and find out that there was a new necklace up on Spike the Punch.  Sorry friends, I got the last one.  

I can't wait for this pretty piece to arrive at my doorstep.  Here are some other necklaces I have been obsessing over lately.  While not color filled, I could layer them with some more colorful pieces.

A monogram beauty.  Classic and timeless.  Those are the exact words I would use to describe the Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti as well.  And, thanks to Danielle this morning, I found this gorgeous Gorjana Pristine Bar Necklace.  I have been searching for a necklace like this for quite some time.  Leave it to Daneille to find just what I'm looking for.

Would you layer them?

Necklaces That Make a Statement

Necklaces can make or break an outfit.  My favorite part about them is that you can re-wear them with all different types of outfits.  Here are some of my favorites (after finding these pictures it appears that I typically wear statement necklaces only when I'm with Boyfriend B...who knew?)

 One of my more recent purchases from Fred.  Such a fun pop of color.

 One of my all-time faves (the necklace and friend) from BCBG...sorry you can't buy my friend B there though.

 Another necklace from Fred.  Debated between this one and another one at the store for far too long, but I am very happy that I walked away with this one (not literally, I totally  paid for it).

 Same necklace...different dress.  See what I mean...different outfit but just as fun?

 

Definitely one of my larger statement necklaces from Express.  Perfect with a little black dress.

 Same necklace, different outfit, different climate (hello winter in Wisconsin).

Do you have a go-to necklace that you love?  Are you looking to add to your collection? Have anything you think I would love?

Happy shopping :)

The Early Bird Gets the Worm

It's no secret that I love a good sale (fall for them every time--I'm a sucker).  I also have this thing where I like to get my Christmas shopping done extremely early.  Got the BF's and sister's done like 6 months ago.  Already set with almost everything for my mom...and then there are the dad and brother.  K I'm working on you, and well, my dad's just harder to shop for.

We already had the good 'ole Bloomingdale's Friends and Family 20% off and low and behold, I woke up to an email from my dear friends at Saks this morning.  It's time for their Friends and Family 20% off as well!

Use code: FRIEND9 at checkout, and I did some extra searching for my own friends and family to get you free shipping as well, you're welcome.  Use code: SHIPSFA and watch the $$$ drop (I think it's only if you spend $200+ though).  I'm crushing on these wonderful flats (I live in my black ones, and these are perfect for teaching):

 

And to my wonderful teacher friends, Ann Taylor is having 40% off EVERYTHING, may I repeat EVERYTHING.  They had this the other week, and I may or may not have picked up a few things for my new practicum placement.  Let's get serious...this year is a year-long interview so I need to bring my A-game right?!  Here are some of my  finds:

So cozy.  I like to layer a long black or white top underneath the sweater.

For that pop of color.

Great with skinny jeans and just so cozy.

The swoop as I like to call it can be removed making this a 2-in-1 purchase.  My favorite kind.

This girl is currently on a spending freeze, but leave me a comment/shoot me a message, and I would be more than happy to shop vicariously through you!



(All images via one, two-five)

Sweater Weather

My apologies for being MIA the past week.  My wonderful boyfriend came to visit, and we were busy watching the Brewers, Badgers, and Packers just dominating...and eating delicious food.  I tried a new recipe this weekend, and I would highly recommend it.  I would post pictures of my results, but the quality of the pictures were not very good.  Guess I need a nice camera like my sister's (cough, cough, wink, wink, nod, nod....catch my drift?)  Anyways, here's the link to the recipe, and thanks to my dear friend K for referring me to this site (her and her fabulous fiance love the Buffalo Chicken Wraps from the same site):  Chicken Parmesan Wraps

Moving on, in case you didn't know already, I am obsessed with Fall.  I'll be taking bets on how many Pumpkin Spice candles my roommate and I go through this season and get back to you when we move on to Cinnamon Spice :)

Throughout the next two seasons, sweaters become a crucial part of my wardrobe, and I am constantly searching to add more to my collection.  I recently purchased this sweater vest at Hot Mama...no I am not a mom, but let me tell you this store has an amazing sweater selection.  Go check it out if you're around Hilldale and then call me, and I'll come meet you there.  I've worn this as seen in the picture or with a thin black belt.

Here are some lust worthy sweaters I hope to find in the very near future:

I especially hope to add some color to my sweater collection soon as I wear mostly black, grey, and camel.  Yes please to the green and purple, but let's not trigger our inner Barney here.  I prefer the deep colors in the last two pictures and would seriously love you if you found them and dropped them off at my doorstep for me.

Please and thank you.

(Images via one, two-five)

Ode to lululemon

Happy Monday!

I hope you didn't have to snooze as many times as I did to get out of bed on this rainy day.  And no I won't tell you how many times I hit the snooze button...it's embarrassing.  New goal for the week: get OUT of bed upon first alarm.  I'll let you know how it goes. 

I'd like to take the time to introduce you to one of my best friends, lululemon.  She's reliable, supportive, and laughs at my jokes.  

In all seriousness, I had the privilege of working at the Madison Showroom at the beginning of 2011.  Due to an incredible job opportunity working with little first graders this summer back home, I had to say goodbye see you later to my fellow lemonheads (did I mention that this was really hard because they are some of the coolest chicks I know).  Thankfully I still had my friends at the Milwaukee Showroom to visit so I could fill my lululemon void and just hang out with some pretty spectacular people.   

Besides the incredible people and complimentary yoga EVERY Saturday (that means yoga for FREE), the products are just out of this world.  I wouldn't even know where to begin if I had to pick my favorite pieces.

OK FINE, I'll pick them:

Wunder Under Crop: life changing.

I wear these with and for EVERYTHING.  With tennis shoes, with boots, with flats, did I say boots yet?  They also have Wunder Under Pants, which are pretty fantastic as well.

Cool Racerback (Not RaZerback, like I mistakenly called it for two weeks)

This piece is essential.  Wear it as is or use to layer.  I personally love a bright, neon sports bra under these bad boys. 

Run: Swiftly Tech Long Sleeve 

It has thumbholes, what is not to love? This top has mesh venting in high sweat areas and the incredible silverescent--go to a store or showroom and ask them what this is all about.  

The Mat.

This completely changed my yoga practice.  Let's be real.  I sweat...a lot.  Do you too?  Have no fear, this mat is incredibly grippy and also provides a lot of cushion during your practice.

I decided to stop at four because I could go on and on and on and on...well you get the point.  I highly recommend checking out your local lululemon store or showroom.  Even if it's not to shop, at least try a new yoga class or talk to the educators and managers about great studios/gyms in your area.

You had me at Namaste.

(All images via lululemon)

US Shipping for Zara

Just in case you've been living under a rock...Zara is now shipping to the US, which is great for Wisconsinites like myself who do not have the joy of a Zara near by.  Here are some of my favorite drool worthy pieces...

So maybe I need to spice up my color selections a tad, but I can't help but go back to the basics.

What are you currently swooning over at Zara??

(all images via Zara)