A LITTLE SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE | LAST CALL GIFT GUIDE

I pulled together some of my top gift ideas for the holidays from Neiman Marcus Last Call. They have great variety to choose from at different price points, so it was hard to narrow it down...

I tried to include a little something for everyone and, you know, some goodies you might just like treat yourself with as well (I had to get my hands on those pearl earrings). Enjoy!

1. Pour La Victoire Convertible Bag
2. Majorica Two-Tone Pearl Earrings
3. Eddie Borgo Large Flat Triangle Hoop Earrings
4. VC Signature Natalie Calf-Hair Slipper
5. Neiman Marcus Saucy Quilted Leather Ballerina Flat
6. Pour la Victoire Bethany Two-Tone Pointy Toe Flat
7. Neiman Marcus Selene Faux Suede Slipper
8. Pour la Victoire Bibi Mesh-Inset Suede Flat
9. Neiman Marcus Cashmere Polka-Dot Sweater
10. Portolano Embellished Gloves
11. Rebecca Minkoff Collection Mini Lizard-Embossed Box Shoulder Bag
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12. Neiman Marcus Silk-Cashmere Robe
13. Adrienne Landau Leopard-Print Rabbit-Fur Crystal Scarf
14. Neiman Marcus Chunky Cable Knit Headphone Earmuffs
15. Kenneth Jay Lane Pave-Link Gunmetal Bracelet
16. L.A.M.B. Oxley Pointed-Toe Pump, Black Suede
17. KC Designs Rose Gold Diamond Heart Ring
18. Freida Rothman Belargo Tricolor Stackable CZ Eternity Rings
19. Burberry Mens Endurance Chronograph Watch
20. Neiman Marcus Crocodile-Embossed Flask
21. KC Jagger Boston Faux Leather Snake-Embossed Rolling Bag
22. Blossom Box Double-Drop Druzy Earrings
23. Design House Stockholm Silver-Plated Shell Candle Holder

STREET STYLE: JOANNA HILLMAN | SPORT CHIC

Photo via: Vogue UK

Joanna Hillman goes sport chic in Paris, mixing a structured sweatshirt, ruffle skirt and color block bag. Her squared cat-eye sunglasses and bright red lipstick are perfect final touches.

Get the look...

{Homemade Holiday} Rosette Ring DIY

In the spirit of last week's animal ring holder, I thought I would put together an simple gift idea to accompany it — et voila! The rosette ring was born. It's the perfect little add-on to give a girlfriend or pop into a stocking, and it even functions as a last-minute gift if you're in a pinch (oh who am I kidding, when you're in a pinch). So if you want to make a rosette ring of your own, here's what you'll need:

Supplies:

 - Adjustable rings (available at any craft or jewelry supply store)

 - Rosette cabochons (mine are vintage, but there are lots to choose from on Etsy!)

 - Jewelry glue

Glue your cabochons to the base of the ring, pressing down firmly to adhere. After about an hour of dry time, you've got yourself a simple, yet oh-so cute gift to brighten up someone's holiday season... It's as easy as that!   Box up your rings with a pretty gift tag to add some oomph, then just stand back and humbly admire your gift-making prowess — you've earned it. xx

TWO THINGS: LIZZIE FORTUNATO FLAMINGO CLUTCH + ONYX STUD BRACELET

Photos via: Bernadette Pascua | My Own

Lizzie Fortunato and Decade Diary have done it again. First they created this lip print clutch (one of my favs!), and now this gorgeous embroidered flamingo clutch. It's quirky, cute and beautifully crafted. Make sure to also check out their safari clutch with a single flamingo. Fingers crossed they collaborate again- I just can't get enough!

The other beauty here is the Darby bracelet. The leather strap and gold plate embellished with onyx studs make it such a clean and chic statement piece.

{Style} BRKLN

Moto jacket- Gap | tshirt- Rag & Bone | trousers c/o French Connection | pumps- ShoeMint | bag- 3.1 Phillip Lim | beanie- Aritzia | necklace- J.Crew | ring- CC Skye | bangles- J.Crew | watch- Michael Kors



Happy weekending! xx

Photos by Brittney Le Blanc

{Homemade Holiday} Animal Ring Holder DIY

The holidays have a remarkable way of sneaking up on me each year, and all those lofty goals of baking, crafting and general merry-making often go unactualized. That's why I thought it would be fun (and mutually beneficial for readers like me!) to launch a homemade holiday series consisting of a DIY gift idea each week to get your yule-tide juices flowing (so to speak). First up? The Animal ring holder.


I love giving loved ones jewelry, but it never dawned on me before that a playful jewelry holder could be just the ticket to up the ante when gifting baubles. So off to the dollar store I went to pick up some plastic animals to make this simple, yet impactful gift idea.

Simply spray paint your animal any colour you wish, and adhere it to a pretty plate (mine came from Home Sense) using powerful glue... It's as easy as that! Top things off with a pretty ring or some sparkly earrings, and your friends are sure to love you all the more this holiday season!
I hope you enjoyed this new DIY series — stay tuned for more fun projects in the weeks to come! xx

A LITTLE 70S GLAM | A LITTLE BOHEMIAN

Photo via: Eurowoman

A beautiful modern mix of 70s glam and bohemian touches. The first two looks are my favorite and I can't get enough of model Josefine Nielsen's hair- it glows!

Get the look...

{Wardrobe Wednesday} Lips Rings

This Wardrobe Wednesday features a save or splurge component which doesn't quite apply to me because — let's face it — I had to go be all greedy and buy both. To be fair, I ordered the CC Skye version online before I knew Forever 21 carried a fun, Lulu Frost-inspired version for a fraction of the price. Woe is me. Regardless, I felt the need to have both. Because really, after shelling out over 100 big ones for a trend item, what's five more.

The verdict? Despite the aforementioned trend (read: fleeting) nature of the design, I actually much prefer the CC Skye version. It's smaller, more streamlined and far more flattering to wear, translating to 20x more use than it's inexpensive counterpart... So on a cost-per-wear basis, the CC Skye version is actually a way better deal, right? Oh come on, humour me.

In other news, congrats to Kirsten Butler for winning a copy of Alexa Chung's new book, "It" — Enjoy, girl! 

MINIMAL LUXE

Can't get enough of minimal luxe looks lately. Love a good mix of clean basics, buttery leathers and leopard print with a touch of edgy jewelry. Here are some of the pieces I’ve been coveting from eBay to create a look with this feel...

1. Equipment Signature Silk Shirt
2. Elizabeth and James Lafayette Sunglasses
3. Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish in Billionaire
4. Vince Cropped Suede Leather Pants
5. Saint Laurent Sac de Jour Leather Tote Bag
6. Hermès Collier De Chien Bracelet
7. Laurence Dacade Valskia Leopard Print Bootie

Be sure to follow me on eBay to check out more of the goodies from my collections.

My eBay Collections were curated as part of my collaboration with eBay. The opinions, as always, are my own.

{Style} Wavy In Wang

Sweatshirt- LA Notte | leather jacket- Rebecca Minkoff (similar) | boyfriend jeans- Gap | bag- 3.1 Phillip Lim | studded pumps- ShoeMint | necklace- Barefoot Contessa | eye ring- House of Harlow (loving this and this) | bangles- J.Crew | watch- Michael Kors

Sweatshirts have quickly become my go-to for fall, yet despite my ever-growing collection, I just can't get enough... It's a sickness, I tell ya. And speaking of sickness, I'm feeling particularly healthy this week after loading up on supplements and an immunity pack... Now let's just hope that the snow (yes, we have snow now) and lack of sleep don't do me in. xx

Photos by Kastles