The Best of 2016: My Top Five Purchases

TOP FIVE PURCHASES

1. These suede booties.  I got them in the dark red color; however, they really are more of a purple.  When I was out to dinner one night and saw a girl wearing them paired with black jeans and an off white sweater - I knew I wanted them.  When they went 60% off - I knew I wanted to get them.  I still can’t believe they have so many sizes in stock!

2. This sweater is 40% off - and I love the tan color.  It also comes in black.  It is under $30 and looks great paired with jeans and leopard shoes.

3. I am always cold and this is the warmest sweater.  The boucle texture makes it look so cozy. This is another cozy, soft sweater that I am so glad I bought.  It is another super warm sweater.  It is kind of the t-neck version of the other crewneck one.

4. This cardigan is one of my favorites.  It is under $50 - and perfect for layering.

5. I am a big Ohio State fan - and this sweater will be the perfect color combination to wear to watch the game.  It will look paired with high-waisted flare jeans and lace up booties.  Plus it is 50% off and under $30. It also comes in an off white.

And, I was just going to make this my top five, but when I got done I realized there are two other items I recently purchased that I really look forward to wearing/using.

This velvet bag and this purple/burgundy leather jacket.  I bought them both on an additional sale - and they were great bargains.  If you are looking for a buttery leather jacket or a fun cross-body bag - these are my top picks.

The Best of 2016: How to Style Winter Sweaters

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Moto Jacket: H&M // Jeans: H&M // Velvet Pump: Sam Edelman

Lipstick: MAC // Ring: Michael Kors

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Mustard Cardigan: Forever 21 (Only $33) // Bucket Bag: Nordstrom (Only $48)

Leopard Flats: Ivanka Trump (Under $100) // Skinny Jeans: Nordstrom (Only $35

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Plaid Shirt: Forever 21 (Only $20) // Snake Pumps: Nine West

Satchel: Nordstrom (Only $55) // Necklace: Nordstrom (Only $18)

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Booties: Nine West // Earrings: Nordstrom (Only $15) // Tote: Nordstrom (Only $48) (Also in Burgundy)

Ring: Bronzallure // Leopard Cardigan: J. Crew

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The Best of 2016: Layered, Plaid, and Leopard

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Plaid Shirt: H&M (Similar 40% off) // Sweater: H&M (Similar only $20)
Stackable Rings: Gorjana // Lip Stain: YSL

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Blouse: H&M (Only $20) // Sleeveless Sweater: H&M // Leopard Flats: Ivanka Trump

Chubby Stick: Clinique // Necklace: Nordstrom 

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Scarf: H&M (Only $24) // Watch: Michael Kors (Only $140)

Over the Knee Boots: Fashion Thirsty (Only $40) // Mini Satchel: ZAC Zac Posen

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Leopard Cardigan: Lands End ($50 off) // Necklace: Nordstrom (Only $10)

Satchel: Furla (50% off) // Ring: Swarovski (Only $45)

This necklace is only $10 (and free shipping both ways) and it looks just like the Kendra Scott one.

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Coat: H&M (Under $80) // Leopard Pumps: Ivanka Trump (52% off)
Tote: H&M (Only $25) // Jeans: H&M (shaping jeans under $50)

Another look back at the best of 2016 - some of my favorite looks that include layering, plaid, and leopard...

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The Best of 2016: How to Style Winter Boots

1. RIDING BOOTS & PLAID PONCHO
 Plaid Poncho: Nordstrom (Only $38) (Boucle option) // Boots: Sam Edelman
Jeans: Paige (Similar only $30) // Turtleneck: Halogen

2. OVER THE KNEE & BLANKET SCARF
 Scarf: ASOS // Turtleneck: Halogen // Jeans: 7 For All Mankind (As low as $59)
Boots: Steve Madden (As low as $69) // Watch: Michael Kors (Only $140)
Bag: ZAC Zac Posen (Similar here under $100)

3. TALL WEDGE BOOTS & LEOPARD

Sweater: Forever 21 (Similar here) // Jeans: Paige (Similar only $30)

Wedge Boots: Ann Taylor (Similar here) // Clutch: H&M (Only $10)

I found an almost identical dupe to my clutch and it is only $10!

4. LEATHER BOOTIES & SUEDE FRINGE
Sweater: Ann Taylor (Similar here only $20) // Jeans: Paige (Similar only $30)
Booties: Ann Taylor (Similar here 30% off) // Bag: Ann Taylor (Similar here only $18)

I found the almost identical mini bucket bag and it is only $18!

5. SUEDE BOOTIES & LEATHER JACKET

Jacket: Halogen (#NSale purchase) // Cami: Topshop

Jeans: 7 for All Mankind (Similar only $68)

Booties: Vince (Identical option here - 40% off) / Another under $80 option here)


I hope you had a wonderful Christmas!

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If you are still looking for some last minute gifts - here are some ideas.

1. This could make funny gift for an adult or something a kid would enjoy.  It made me laugh thinking of someone putting this on their desk at work - possibly conversation piece.

2. And, for those cat lovers - they would find this amusing (and probably true).  I loved the dog book from years ago - “Sorry I pooped in your shoe” - heartwarming letters from your dog.

3. This hot/cold beverage travel mug keeps beverages hot for 5 hours and cold for 12 hours.  It is only $15 and dishwasher safe.

4. This is the best smelling hairspray.   It has this musky fresh smell - that isn’t overpowering but you will smell all day long.  

5. This would be a perfect stocking stuffer for someone who loves to try different (great smelling) shampoos - this is my favorite shampoo and conditioner.  And, this is my close second favorite shampoo/conditioner! It has a wonderful beachy (but not overpowering) smell that lasts!

6. And, if you still need to wrap gifts - this looks like it would make beautifully designed packages (plus it would work for other holidays throughout the year, wedding or bridal/baby shower gifts).

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