Featured On: Melanie Auld Designs!
Check out the full write Melanie did on my review of her Farrah bag! So thrilled to be featured on her blog!
Thanks again Melanie!
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Melanie Auld "Farrah" Handbag Review!
I was recently approached by the lovely Melanie Auld of Melanie Auld Designs to do a review on one of her fabulous handbags! I had my choice of style and color and decided to go with the "Farrah" bag in Terra that had recently been featured in the October issue of Lucky Magazine! Melanie asked me to put together a couple of outfits and show how I would wear the "Farrah"- it was such a fun task!
Lots of detail makes the bag unique.
The leather has an amazing texture!
Outfit 1: Daytime/Work
This is something that I would definitely wear to work or around town- I actually wore this Saturday while I was out running errands. I paired a J.Crew jacket and long sleeve shirt with a skirt from Urban Outfitters and the infamous Cynthia Vincent for Target wedges. For this causal look, I decided to use the matching leather strap.
Fun fact: the "Farrah" can be worn 3 different ways- leather strap, gold chain or as a clutch!
Outfit #2: Date Night
I got this dress recently from Kate Moss' final collection for Topshop and thought it would be fun to make it a little more season appropriate with some J.Crew ankle socks (they came in a pack of 3) that I have been trying to figure out how to wear! I finished the look with a pair of Miu Miu shoes and of course the "Farrah"- this time in clutch form!
Outfit #3: Holiday Party
I thought that this was the perfect little outfit for the upcoming holiday season. Dresses are usually my go to for events but I thought this was fun because it's unexpected. I pulled out my new Joie rabbit fur jacket and added a Madewell cream silk button up shirt, a J.Crew necklace (a mix of metal and pearls), Theory leather shorts and Steve Madden wedges. This time I used the gold chain to play up the gold in the necklace.
Outfit #4: Saturday Night Party
I actually wore this Saturday night to my friend's engagement party! I was so excited to have the "Farrah" to take with me. I wore a BCBG dress, Jimmy Choo heels and my usual mix of jewelry.
If you would like to purchase one of Melanie's fabulous creations head on over to her website-she also makes jewelry!!! A big thank you to Melanie for letting me review such a lovely bag!
How I Spent My... Tuesday & ShopBop Reviews
Started the day off with a class at the Bar Method in Pasadena and then an iced coffee with almond milk at Le Pain Quotidien.
Then I received a much anticipated package from ShopBop's new wedding boutique. Sad to say I had high hopes for what was inside and was dissapointed. I ordered this Halston Heritage dress as a potential bridal shower dress and it was not only huge but totally see through. Bummer.
Next up was this pink Notte by Marchesa dress that I was really excited about for the "pink attire" shower my sister aka Martha Stewart is throwing for me. It's cute but I will need major alterations on this in order for it too look like it does on the model and will need to figure out how to make the rosette on the shoulder stay fluffy. It think once it's taken in and steamed it will be perfect!
Earlier this week, I received this Halston Heritage off the shoulder dress from saks. Another negative- it is actually really cute but I was going to have to have it altered and didn't think it was worth it. I guess it's not my shopping week!
If anyone has additional sizing questions feel free to leave them in the comments section and I will respond as quickly as possible!
Review: Kendra Scott Jewelry
Saw these Kendra Scott "Danielle" earrings in PeopleStyleWatch magazine and instantly fell in love- perfect to spice up any outfit!
Ordered them in turquoise as seen on Michelle Tratchenberg...
And black (I already wore them while out this weekend)! I also ordered them in Tigers Eye and should receive them this week. My rational for ordering three pairs was that the turquoise was fun for spring/summer and the black and tigers eye would go with pretty much anything.
Also, loved the Kendra Scott "Wren" earrings in green that Hilary Duff wore while promoting her book in Paris...
... So I bought them as well! I would definitely recommend either of these styles- they come in a bunch of colors, are nicely made for the price and look fab on!
Purchase a pair at KendraScott.com $65 for the "Danielle" and $70 for the "Wren."
Review: ShopBop Purchases
To make good on my promise for a review, I'm back! Sad to say I was not too happy once I opened the box..
Rebecca Taylor Dress: Cute but huge and super see through. I do still like it so I am going to have it majorly altered and then have a lining added.
MinkPink Dress: Again, too big but it will be a simple alteration so I am definitely keeping this one. The fabric is not the best quality but it also wasn't a very expensive piece- I guess you really do get what you pay for.
T by Alexander Wang Shirt: Cute, comfy and what I expected so it was a keeper. FYI for anyone purchasing- it's pretty sheer.
Equipment Signature Blouse in Rose: Woah, horrible color in person. I was hoping for more of a soft, nude pink and instead it was more of a bright pink-peach. For some reason the quality of the buttons was really bugging me as well...
J Brand 10 Inch in White: Just no. Tried to make them work for 20 minutes and just wasn't feeling them. This sort of fabric tends to stretch out on me in .5 and then never looks as good as when first put on.
Final Verdict- 3 out of 5 are keepers but major alterations needed. I did do a little more shopping damage while out with my Mom this week but will give another review once everything arrives... Happy Friday Everyone!
Review: Kate Somerville Facial
Alrighty loyal readers, I am back! Sorry for the slight delay in updates- I have been super busy at work and seriously have been avoiding the computer because I've been so tired when I get home!
Some people have been emailing me asking for more hair and makeup reviews so I thought I would share my experience at Kate Somerville 2 weeks ago. I got the "Kate Somerville Signature Facial" with Jill and it was wonderful! She was super nice and did a great job- my skin was glowing when I left. I am trying to get a facial every 4-6 weeks until the wedding (only 4.5 months away!) and would highly recommend Kate Somerville to anyone in the LA area. For all you True Blood fans I ran into Anna Paquin while I was there!
Waiting area- gorgeous decor!
The decor is very tranquil and really sets the mood.
Facial rooms are decorated in shades of white.
Some products that I would recommend are the Gentle Daily Wash, the Nourish Daily Moisturizer and the ExfoliKate. She also used the Mineral Mud Mask on me and I really liked it but didn't purchase it this time.
As far as other skin care products, I swear by Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash (either the green or pink tube versions) and Josie Maran Argan Oil- I use these two products at night and the Kate Somerville cleanser and moisturizer during the day... I also use the ExfoliKate 2-3 times a week and my Clarisonic brush 3-4 times a week.
Hope you all are enjoying your week- I know the LA weather has been a great pick me up!
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