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Top Gifts for Him Under $50 | 2014

I hope you all had a fabulous Thanksgiving and a successful Black Friday Weekend! As you know, today is Cyber Monday and I suggest dedicating your lunch break to some sale shopping! It’s a great opportunity to get some names crossed off your gift list.

To get you started, I pulled together some of my favorite gifts for men- all under $50! This year, my husband and I are foregoing the large haul of gifts and sticking to stocking stuffers. This inspired me to pull together some fun, small gifts for the man in your life. The list ranges from festive boxers to martini tools, all perfect items for stuffing this year’s stocking without breaking the bank!

Click the links below to shop! Happy Cyber Monday Shopping!

Gap Snowflake and Christmas Boxers ($13 each) / H&M Leather Gloves ($35) / Crate and Barrel Whiskey Rocks- Set of 12 ($20) / Quench Martini Multi Tool ($40) / S’well Woodgrain Water bottle ($35) / J.Crew Snowflake Socks ($17) / Nordstrom Red Buffalo Check Scarf ($20) / Old Navy Pajama Pants ($17) / Minnetonka Slippers ($46) / Urban Outfitters Hibernate Flask ($18) / Herschel Chapter Toiletry Case ($25) / Herschel Charlie Card Case ($20)

Black Friday Deals | 2014

If you’re anything like me, you like to have a game plan going into black friday. My main priority is finding out what deal everyone is offering and how long the deal lasts. Next, I scout out what I want to buy before the deals start, that way I can shop around for the best price. Finally, I like to write out a list of people I plan on buying presents for and potential gift ideas for them. That way they are fresh in your mind when you are browsing the sales!

In honor of black friday, today’s post is dedicated to the deals I think are worth checking out this black friday!

Aldo: Extra 50% off sale items. 11/28 thru 12/1

Amour Vert: 25% off entire site. 11/28 thru 11/30

Athleta: 20% off entire site. 11/28 thru 11/30

BaubleBar: 15% off two items, 25% off three items, and 35% off four items. 11/28

C. Wonder: 40% off entire site. Now thru 12/1

Express: 50% off entire site. Now thru noon 11/28

FRENDS: Get a bundle pack of over-the-ear ‘Layla’ headphones and in-ear ‘Ella B’ ear buds for $100. 11/28 thru 12/1

Gap: 50% off entire store 11/28

H&M: Up to 70% off select items. Now thru 11/29

House of Harlow: 25% off all RTW items. 11/28 thru 12/1

J.Crew: 30% off full-price styles & extra 40% off sale (code HOLIDAY). Now thru 11/30

J.Crew Factory: 50% off everything. Now thru 11/30

Joe Fresh: 50% off all full-priced items (excluding Fresh Expedition). 11/28

Kate Spade: Up to 75% off (all sales final). Now thru 11/29

Kohl’s: Over 500 Black Friday Deals plus an extra 15% off (code HOLIDAY15) and $15 Kohl’s Cash for every $50 you spend. Now thru 11/28

Madewell: 25% off your purchase (code GIFTON). Now thru 11/30

Macy’s: 30-50% off Lucky Brand, Kensie, Bar III, RACHEL Rachel Roy, and more. 11/27 thru 11/29

Missguided: 30% off entire purchase (code CYBER30). 11/28 thru 12/1

ModCloth: 50% off select styles. Now thru 11/30

Old Navy: Up to 50% off. 11/28 thru 11/29

Piperlime: 25% off site wide. 11/27 thru 11/29

Sole Society: 30% off all footwear. 11/28 // 30% off all footwear and handbags. 11/29 thru 11/30

Stella & Dot: Extra 25% off sale items. Now thru 11/20

Ted Baker: 30% off your purchase. 11/28 thru 12/1

Happy shopping! <3

Top Gifts for Her (Or You!) | 2014

What women want– that’s a mystery men have been trying to figure out for centuries! I don’t think this topic is something I can easily sum up in a blog post, but I’m here to help you answer “what women want for christmas“!

I know it’s not even Thanksgiving yet, but my Christmas shopping is already off to a strong start! Some of you might roll your eyes, but I live for this time of the year! I just love shopping for the perfect gift. It can be a lot of work, but nothing beats finding the ultimate gift that puts a smile on their face.

Below, I pulled together a complete collection of amazing gifts for any girl in your life. It’s important to keep in mind that every girl is different and therefore you need to pick a gift that suits her personality. Try using the collage below as inspiration. For example, accessories are a great gifting option (no sizing!), so maybe you decide to buy mittens. If your girl is a little funky, the bear mittens below would be perfect! But, if your girl is more classic, maybe a plaid print or leather gloves would be better. I love to get inspiration for ideas from the internet and then tailoring them to fit my friends and family.

Use this list to get you started, you do still have over a month until Christmas! 🙂 Love an item below? Share in the comments!

Madewell Blanket Scarf ($65) / theBalm Eyeshadow Palette ($36) / H&M Polka Dot Pajamas ($30) / Forever 21 Bear Mittens ($9) / kate spade Polka Dot Candle ($40) / kate spade Initial Pendant ($58) / J. Crew Polka Dot Journal ($18) / Tacolicious Cookbook ($16) / Tory Burch for Fitbit ($195) / kate spade Bow Earrings ($29) / Nordstrom Pom Pom Slippers ($34) / S’well Waterbottle ($35) / Frends Headphones ($150) / C. Wonder Buffalo Check Keychain ($18) / Old Navy Knit Beanie ($15) / Old Navy Plaid Flats ($24) / kate spade Bow Eyemask ($38) / Gap Jersey Backpack ($50)

DEALS:

Madewell– 20% off [code- YOURGIFT]

J. Crew– 30% off [code- SHOPNOW]

Gap– 40% off [code- BFRIDAY]

C. Wonder– 30% off [no code needed]

Mint Tweed

This past week, I decided to go for a more polished look with this mint green tweed jacket. I kept it easy by pairing it back with simple timeless pieces like a black tee and my selvedge Levi’s. My favorite part of the outfit is the Naya Tahlia Metallic Oxfords. I got a great deal on these from Hautelook! They are definite statement shoes and are actually super comfortable! Although I was going for a menswear inspired look, I wanted to spice it up with all these metallic accessories to give a fresh, feminine look.

Mint Tweed Jacket- Similar moddeals ($10) / Gap Black Scoop Tee (On sale for $12) / Levi’s Selvedge Boyfriend Skinnies ($62) / Naya Tahlia Metallic Oxfords ($119) / Candies Quilted Handbag ($15) / Simply Vera Vera Wang Multi- Strand Necklace ($25) / Yoox Silver Glitter Belt (On Sale for $59)

Crème de la Crème

Happy Humpday! It’s been quite some time since I posted an outfit post, but the wait is over!

I bought this Creme de la Creme Sweatshirt at Nordstom awhile back for only $10! It’s super similar to Zoe Karssen’s style that was retailing for $180! I get a ton of use out of this sweatshirt, dressing it up and dressing it down. It goes perfect with jeans (as pictured here), but it looks great glammed up with a skirt too! There’s no doubt this sweatshirt is versatile, but even so I can safely say I wouldn’t pay the inspiration’s steep price of $180!

This past weekend I decided to dress it up with layers. I chose my favorite Gap Polka Dot Oxford to wear under it and paired it back to my perfectly distressed 501’s. Finish it off with some grey suede heels and I’m ready for fall!

Creme de la Creme Sweatshirt (Sold Out at Nordstom!)- inspiration Zoe Karssen ($180)/ Gap Polka Dot Oxford (On Sale for $32.99) / Levi’s 501’s in Washed Out ($88) / Grey Suede Heels- similar Jessica Simpson Heels ($59.95) / Pink Crossbody- similar at Dorothy Perkins ($39) / Anne Klein Watch ($95) / Wanderlust + Co X Double Crystal Silver Ring ($29) / Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses ($110)

The Track Pant Trend

To be honest, I have been hesitant to jump on the track pant trend this year. But since it doesn’t look like it’s going anywhere for fall, I think it’s about time I start embracing it! To be fair, part of my hesitation may stem from making a living off of the sale of denim, but I also think this look is tricky to style. I’ve seen track pants styled on the street and they sometimes end up looking sloppy, like pajamas. I think it is key to pair these pants back to feminine, formal pieces. I love the idea of styling these pants with heels (as seen in some of the pictures below), a feminine blouse and layered with a blazer. Add in details like scallops, bows, etc and you get the ultimate glam look for fall.

Have you been wearing the track pant trend this year? How do you style them?

Topshop Floral Pants (On Sale for $34.99) / Forever 21 Faux Leather Trim Joggers ($17.80) / Forever 21 Tribal Print Joggers ($24.90) / H&M Decorated Sweatpants ($39.95) / Piperlime Jogger Pant ($52) / H&M Light Beige Joggers ($24.95) / Gap Side-Zip Track Pants ($49.95) / H&M Leopard Soft Pants ($17.95) / Forever 21 Crepe Woven Joggers ($22.80) / Topshop Mixed Print Joggers ($56) / Forever 21 Denim Drawstring Pants ($29.80) / Nordstrom Tuxedo Track Pants (On Sale for $53.98) / Express Printed Track Pants ($69.90) / Gap Heathered Track Pants ($44.95)

The Boyfriend Jean

Last week I finally found a pair of boyfriend jeans that work for me. I spotted these 501’s with the perfect amount of destruction I was looking for and had to have them. After a quick cuff and throwing on some heels, I’m out the door.

I love this outfit because it’s simple and effortless. These jeans can be dressed up or dressed down. For dinner with my husband, I decided to dress them up with heels and a leather jacket. This leather moto jacket is a recent find from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale- they sold out, but I found a similar one at Macy’s. Shop the full look below!

Levi’s 501 Boyfriend Jeans ($88) / Gap White Tee ($14) / Celebrity Pink Moto Jacket (On Sale for $54.90) / Steve Madden Sequin Pumps- similar Cole Haan ($98.40) / Cleopatra Bianca Purse (Hautelook)- similar Steve Madden Chain Clutch ($68) and ASOS Shoulder Bag (On Sale for $17.41) / Cat Eye Sunglasses- similar AJ Morgan Siren ($24) and Maybe ($24)

Chevron Chic

Most of you know Chicago as the Windy City, and so did I… until I moved to the top of a hill in San Francisco. This city by the bay is windy, especially as you climb further up the hills. And as much as I try to get my hair to cooperate, sometimes you’ve just got to surrender to the wind and throw it on a bun!

This chevron baseball jacket was one of my many scores from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. It’s a pretty busy print, so I chose to keep it the rest of my outfit simple with a black top and maxi, finishing it off with gold accessories. I love to take everyday basics and pair them back to one pop item or statement piece. This jacket gives the look personality and a fun seventies vibe!

Notice that pop of pink on my wrist? That’s my new fitbit! The jury is still out on it, but so far I’m really liking it and learning a lot about my body. Do any of you have a fitness tracker? If so what are your thoughts on them?

BCNU Chevron Baseball Jacket (On Sale for $26.40) / Gap Favorite Tee (On Sale for $14) / Old Navy Maxi Skirt ($34.94) / Cleopatra Bianca Purse (Hautelook)- similar Steve Madden Chain Clutch ($68) and ASOS Shoulder Bag ($24.75) / Target Sandals- similar DSW ($29.94) and Lucky Brand ($38.49) / francesca’s tassel necklace- similar Sosie (On Sale $15.50) / Forever 21 Gold Jewelry / Pink fitbit ($99.95) / BP Heart Sunglasses ($12)

Casual Monday

Today I’m keeping it casual. Layers, sneakers and bold jewelry are usual suspects in my weekend wardrobe. In San Francisco, I always make sure to dress in layers. You never know where the day will take you and the weather changes drastically from one neighborhood to the next.

Also, sneakers are a must when climbing the hills of San Francisco. I’ve expressed my love for these particular slip-ons in the posts Pop of Mint and Studs & Crochet. They are a great go-to shoe to have in your closet and they go with everything!

When running errands, basics are a must. I love starting with this easy knit tee/skirt combo, throwing on a chambray top and mixing it up with my favorite accessories of the moment. Whether it’s my shoes, purse or jewelry, I always choose one to brighten up the outfit. What’s your go-to accessory to add personality to your basic outfits?

Gap Scoop Tee (on sale for $12) / H&M Circular Skirt ($14.95) similar Forever 21 Knit Skater Skirt (on sale for $7.99) / Levi’s Chambray Top ($69) / Topshop Tika Slip-Ons ($35) / Fedora- similar at Forever 21 ($12.80) / Amici Crossbody ($26) / francesca’s Statement Necklace (on sale for $20!) / Anne Klein Watch ($95) / Forever 21 Stacked Rings and Cuff

{ Happy Fourth of July }

Happy Fourth of July everyone…almost! I hope you are lucky like me and able to take off early for the holiday weekend. Today I’m giving you a sneak peek of how I will be showing off my patriotism tomorrow!

I bought these flag shorts from Target last year, but I am seeing this idea at more and more retailers this year (including the Forever 21 shorts posted below!). Since I thought these shorts would be a disposable purchase, I shopped around to make sure I got a good deal. But, I have been pleasantly surprised with how much use I’ve gotten out of them! Between the Fourth of July, the World Cup and the Indy 500 (yes I’m from Indianapolis!), they’ve done their fair share of celebrating!

Whether glamping, boats or bonfires are in your plans for the holiday weekend, I hope it’s amazing and you enjoy the festivities! I would love to hear about your plans in the comments below! See you Monday! 😉

Gap Essential Tee (On Sale for $12!) / Target Flag Shorts- similar Forever 21 shorts ($27.80) / Old Navy Cardigan- similar Forever 21 cardigan ($22.80) / Steve Madden Flats- similar here ($59.95) and at DSW ($39.95) / Vintage Belt- similar at ASOS ($15.24) / ALDO Fringed Bag ($40) / Forever 21 Sunnies ($5.80)

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