Wednesdays Wants

February 21, 2018
bags
Happy Wednesday friends!


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Who else besides me has missed Wednesday Wants?   I  am so excited to share the first installment for 2018.  I must be having a thing for bucket bags because all three of these are fabulous.  I want all of them!  That Staud bag is super fun!  I am glad that tie dye is still a "thing" because this cute maxi dress is perfect for a spring day.  On to these shoes..... Now you know I have a thing for leopard.... these Air and Grace sneakers are the best.  I mean really.... they are super casual but yet certainly can take your weekend wear up a notch!!  Can we stop for a minute and imagine this pink dial Michele watch on our arm?  This is feeling like a must have for me.  I love my Michele watch and wear it every day.  I recently have been thinking I would like to switch things up and get a round dial watch.. I think I found it!   



My New favorite timepiece - JORD Watches

November 29, 2016
Bracelets


We are in full swing for the holidays here.  I am gathering up ideas and lists from my boys to be sure they are happy on Christmas Morning.  Every year for as long as I can remember, my mom asked each one of my siblings and me for a list of our wishes for Christmas.  I continued that tradition with my kids and no matter how old they get they still supply me with a list of wants.  I have a few hard to buy for people on my list as always but this year I have a couple of great and unique ideas in mind for them.  JORD Watches reached out to me and sent me this gorgeous Zebrawood watch.  Yes, you read that correct... it's made of wood and is such a unique watch. 

JORD watches offers a selection for men and woman with just about any picky gift recipient sure to be pleased. I personally selected the Zebrawood with the champagne dial.  I love the grain detail in the wood, and the lighter faced dial will be such a versatile accessory to style all year round.  If color is more your style, then there are several to choose from as well.  Arriving in its very own wood box with a mini drawer to stash any removed links or trinkets, all you would need to do is add a ribbon and a bow and your gift is ready to place under the tree!  Because I like treats as much as you do, I am offering you a little help getting your perfect JORD watch under your tree this year.  You will receive a $25 e-gift code towards your purchase when you click here and sign up. But hurry, the gift code link is only open until December 18th and expires February 28, 2017. 

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Top  //  Jeans  //  Shoes  //  Bead Necklace  //  Coin necklace  //  Hope Anchor wrap bracelet  //  Handbag  //  Jord Watch c/o  //  Bead Bracelets


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This post was sponsored by JORD Wood Watches, however as always all opinions and thoughts are my own.

5 Ways to style Converse Shoes

August 15, 2016
Art
I can't believe it has been two weeks since I posted.  In case you didn't know, I went on vacation with my best friend of 26 years.  She lives in Palm Beach and I flew in to visit her.  We took a road trip and drove down to Key west for three days and celebrated my birthday while we were there.  I decided to take a break from social media while I was on vacation; well except for snapchat!  I am so glad I did.  It was great to be present in the moment and really disconnect from my phone and computer.  I was gone for a total of 10 glorious sun filled days of laughter, shopping, more laughter, and every day a pool day!  I am ready to go back to the beach! I have several outfits to share with you, and of course the resort we stayed at while in Key West, so look for those to be posted later this week.  

Today I want to share with you a trend that actually have become a staple in just about every gals wardrobe.  The Converse, or if you are old enough to remember them referred to as "Chucks"!  If you don't own a pair .... get out there and grab yourself some!  I am thinking about adding a pair of pink Converse to my closet.  Today I am sharing just how versatile a pair can be and different ways for you to style them.  The possibilities really are pretty endless! I have worn them with everything from white denim, to dresses! Throw them on with a maxi too!




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Wednesday Wants

May 18, 2016
Beauty

This weeks edition of Wednesday Wants is trends that are on point this season.  From off the shoulders to scallop swim wear.... you can't go wrong with any of these.   I love this roundup.  If you are in to fun footwear you can go with a great wedge or a fun colorful tennis shoe.  Off the shoulders, flowy boho tops, or scallops.... what ever you fancy these are sure to keep you on trend!  Contouring is all abuzz and if you are any good at it then I applaud you.  If a soft all in one palette is more your speed, then this one is for you.  Easy and all in one compact it would travel well in your bag for quick touchups too. 
Happy Wednesday!



Off The Shoulder  //  Boho Tunic  //   Wedges  //  Swimsuit  //  Instant look in a palette  //  Bright Nikes  //

Wednesday Wants

May 11, 2016
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Wednesday wants are a little late today... but it's still Wednesday.  I attended an event last night and when I got home I just didn't have the energy to pull my list together!  Do you ever just get home and want to do nothing?  Yeah, that was me last night.  So this week's list has a few summer fun items and well as a staple item or two!  Loving tassels anyway I can get them, on the hem of this fun top or a pair of fun earrings.  Love them!  I love my slip silk pillowcase and swear by it.  Add a little Kiehl's midnight recovery and you are in for the best beauty sleep you can get.  I am loving the saddle tan this season and this bag is super cute.  I have been a fan of Ashley Pittman jewelry for some time and hope to add a few pieces of hers to my collection of bracelets. Honestly I would love any piece of Ashley Pittman jewelry.  Taking the best of both worlds this sandal is a comfy flat and has an ankle strap.  Soft pink lips please with this Dior lip glow, and finally this off the shoulder gingham top/tunic is adorable.  This image doesn't do it justice and it's on sale too!  Enjoy!



Tassel Hem top   //  Tassel Earrings  //  Slip Silk Pillow Case   //  Midnight Recovery   //  Savannah Saddlebag   //  Ashley Pittman Stack   //  Flat Sandals   //   Lip Glow  //  Gingham off shoulder tunic  On sale

Weekend Deals

April 22, 2016
Ann Taylor
I rounded up my favorite stores that are having sales and included the discount codes as well.  Treat yourself to a few great sales this weekend.  You're Welcome!! 


 J Crew is offering 30% off with code SCORE.... I have my eye on this!
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 Tory Burch is offering up to 30% off with code BLOOM.... A pair of these would be the perfect summer addition!
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 Express right now has $25 off every $100 with code 1234..... I can always use a few more of these that are bogo1/2!
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Ann Taylor has 40% off any full price items.  I have to shop online since they no longer have a local store, but this is a must!
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 Kate Spade has an extra 30% off with code SMILE.... These are darling!
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 Bloomingdales is another great sale with $25 off every $100 purchase with code SHOP25.... I think this is a must.
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 Old Navy's sale is a must with 30% off with code THANKYOU.....  Loving this dress.
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 Madewell has an extra 30% off spring essentials with code ASAP30.  I might need to pick up a few more of these.
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 Macys has an extra 20% off with code SAVE.  You can never own too many pair of these. 
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Wednesday Wants - Edition 3.3

March 16, 2016
fashion
I am loving all the styles of fabulous wedges this season.  Not all wedges are created equal.  There are wood, rope, tie up, lace up.... you pretty much get the idea.  Today I have rounded up a few favorites that have caught my eye.  I am loving the color #7 but they are hard to find but I linked to them anyway and they are available in another color combination as well.  If I had to chose favorites I would go with #5 and #8 for comfort, #6 and #7 obviously for great color, and #4 and #9 for the great ankle strap.  What are your favorite picks?





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Cozy and Nice

December 07, 2015
bags
When you think of Christmas you think red and green.  Well today I am sharing my favorite roundup of gifts in a non traditional color; my favorite of course.  This entire wish list can show up under my tree and I wouldn't miss the red or green at all! 




1 Flamingo Ornament  / 2 Sheer Lip Gloss / 3 Polish  / 4 Brezza Flats  / 5 Checkered Robe / 6 Blush Tote / 7 Phone Case  / 8 Bath Bombs / 9 Scallop Pink Blouse ( On Sale) / 10 Lounge pants / 11 Drawstring bag  / 12 Mug Toppers 

Gift Guide for Stocking Stuffers

November 20, 2015
Beauty
Some of the best gifts my kids have received they said were in their stockings.  I love filling their stockings and to this day it is still the first thing they want to open.  





Big O Keyring /   Jo Malone Set   /  Manicure Set  / Slip Silk Sleep Mask  /  Bando Selfie Case  / The Giving Key Necklace   /  Pink Beanie  /  Large Wishbone ornaments   /  Mantra Bands Bracelets  /  Truffle Privacy wristlet   /  Rabbit Ears Frame   /  Swell Champagne Bottle  

Must Have Beauty Tools

November 19, 2015
Beauty
Ok all you beauty babes.... this is for you! 






Pink Lip Compact   Three shades of pink for this pallet is all you will need to take you from day to night!

Brush Kit  Compact and colorful, what girl couldn't use a new set of brushes.


Mascara Guard   this fabulous little gadget protects your eye area from freshly applied mascara so it's not all over your face. You can use it under lower lashes  or above upper lashes.

Fabulips Bliss Massaging    Dry weather can mean dry lips.  This massager is designed for your lips to softly exfoliate your pout with a gentle rotation and massaging nubs to remove flakiness and dryness.

Charcoal Swabs    These cotton swabs aren't you your ordinary tips.  Use these charcoal swabs for a quick fix to your eyeliner, remove makeup in hard to reach places or touch up in spots.  They are dual ended and the black color shows highlighters, and luminizers better than a traditional white swab.

Beauty Spatula   Genius.  I know we have all squeezed our tubes of products to get ever last drop out and when its costly that important.  Well with these small little spatulas you never have to throw expensive product away.  Scoop out every last ounce.

EyeLash Curler   This little gadget is compact and easy to travel with.  Creating a long lasting curl with the easy of tucking it away for streamline storage. 

Silicone Brush Cleaner     Brush Cleaning Mat      Express Brush Cleaner    Keeping your makeup brushes clean is a must.  I found one for you no matter what your needs.   For traveling or the gal on the go the express cleaner is for you.  If you're more into a larger cleaning area then the cleaning mat is for you.  But no matter what you can't go wrong with the glove.  Just slip it on to your hand and swirl the bristles over the grooves.  It removes pigment and deep cleans without damaging your fibers.




Wednesday Wants

October 21, 2015
bags
Today's Wednesdays wants are perfect fall accessories.  Starting with this cheeky leopard ankle strap flat, blush drape front blouse and this Clare V. Sandrine gray suede bag is perfect.   Who else is loving the longer cardigans.... and this stripe sweater looks great belted too.  Hello cute beanie and burgundy bootie!  And finally this color block scarf!  What are you wanting this fall? 




 Ankle strap flats   Sandrine Bag   Beanie    Drape Blouse    Striped Cardigan   Bootie Color block scarf 



KC Fashion Week Recap

October 01, 2015
Art
This past weekend, myself along with bloggers and fashion aficionados packed into the Kansas City Union Station to see the upcoming Spring/Summer 2016 collections from local and regional designers. Raising awareness for melanoma; KCFW partnered with Fair & Fashionable and requested the attendees wear black on Thursday to show support for the awareness of melanoma. Over 200,000  people are diagnosed with skin cancer every year according to the Mayo Clinic.  The idea behind the movement is to inspire people to change their belief; simply put, that natural skin tone is in style and healthier than suntanned. 



With each designer taking the runway, I found myself saying this was my favorite look.... until the next designer took the runway!  So here are a few of my top picks from the event.  To learn more about Kansas City Fashion Week, visit their website!







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 Michael Drummond






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Gorgeous designs for sure.  What is your favorite look from the event?  I can't wait for spring to attend the next show! 



BR Blush and Burgundy

September 11, 2015
Colors

I am seriously crushing hard on this entire roundup. Are you not loving the blush and burgundy for fall?   Banana Republic is having a great sale and most everything is either on sale or on fall discount so I wouldn't wait if you love an item because the sale won't last much longer.   You can't beat 40% off select new items and an additional 40% off already sale items.     I was in my Banana Republic store this week and may have picked up a few of these items already.  But I am going to have to go back for the rest.  I'm loving it! 



Moto Jacket  ~  Piped Printed pants ~  Silk V Neck blouse ~  Elbow Patch long Cardigan ~  Abstract print blouse ~  Split Hem V sweater ~  Avila Pump ~  Sunglasses ~  Fluted Print Skirt 
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Fall Finds

August 31, 2015
Colors
Can you believe we are at the last few days of August?  With fall on our heels I decided to do a little fall shopping.  I made some great new purchases for fall over the weekend but I didn't pick up everything I wanted.  These things caught my eye and I definitely have them on my list.  I am really craving moss green this season and this tunic would make a perfect addition.  I actually had this polka dot vest in my hands to try on and got side tracked and ended up picking up three sweaters on sale.  Do I even need to explain the need for these leopard booties?  Nuf said.  I started looking at new handbags when I was in California and haven't made any decisions yet, but when I saw this Chloe tote I really fell in love with it.  My only hold up is I love the blush but this blue is a great fall color.  What would you do?  Are you ready for fall?  What is on your list to purchase?  




Tunic ~   Chloe Tote ~  The Nico Boot ~  Quilted Vest (On Sale) ~ Rib Sweater ~  Dotted Sweater ~  Earrings ~  Hunter Boots 

How to shop for a Panama Hat

August 13, 2015
Beach
Not all Panama Hats are the same.  As a matter of fact... there is a lot of information that goes into choosing the right hat for you. Panama hats are super popular and I can see why.  They are stylish, keep you cool, and well....stylish!  Keep reading because I am sharing a discount code at the bottom!! Woot!

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 I am lucky enough to be one of those people that can wear a hat.  Not everyone can pull it off, so I am glad I can. Today I am going to share with you what to look for and tips on how to shop for your Panama Hat.  
Started by two sisters, Katie and Kelly fell in love with the handmade accessories from Ecuador.  Katie's husband is from Ecuador and thru their travels is how she was introduced to the artisan goods.   Sharing the idea with her sister of offering these fine handmade goods; Muchana was born!  I met Kelly one afternoon to discuss hats and to pick mine out.  I tried on a few different sizes to see what was my best fit.  I chose a white hat, although they come in a few other colors as well.
Let me share a little history before I tell you what detail and craftsmanship goes into each and every hat.  While touring the Panama Canal, former President Teddy Roosevelt was photographed in a paja toquilla hat.  Although the hats themselves had been around for years....from then on the hats were referred to and better know as the Panama Hat. Funny how a trip can impact not only the country, but the fashion world as well!
Hand woven in Ecuador for hundreds of years, artisans spend upwards of eight weeks making a single hat.  Some even longer.  The weave of the hat will determine the price.  The tighter the weave the higher the price.  I have seen hats in excess of $7,000.  Intricate designs, and even your name can be woven into your hat.  The process starts with paja toquilla  cutting it, drying, then soaking to work the straw to make it weavable.  Going thru a 10+ step process, no two hats are identical as each one is handmade lending to how unique and special this investment item becomes in your wardrobe.  A good Panama hat is an investment item. You can read about investment pieces for your wardrobe here.


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As you saw in my recent trip to California here, here, and here, I wore my hat a lot!  I decided to pack my hat rather than wear it traveling.  The best way to pack your hat is to place smaller items inside the hat and place it in the middle of your suitcase and place your rolled up clothing around it. I placed my swimsuits in my hat, but socks, tanks, or your bra and undies will work as well. 

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  I loved the shade and protection from the sun it brought to my face as well as looking stylish.  Far better than sporting a baseball cap for shade that's for sure! While they are extremely durable, you do want to know how to care for your hat so it will last you for many years. 
As I said before... not all hats are created equal.  I own a "panama hat" from H&M and it is no where near the same as my Muchana hat.  I bought it to use for when I was in water, or perhaps had suntan oil or lotion on my hands.  Take a look at the photos below of the difference in the weave.  The texture is smooth and soft on my Muchana hat while the texture on my H&M hat is course and rough.  I'm not knocking my H&M hat.... just pointing out the details to show you there is a place for both my hats.

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To care for your hat there a few things you need to know.

Handle your hat by the brim.  I know it seems natural to just pick it up by the crease but don't.  It will encourage your weave to weaken and could cause breakage. 

Cleaning your hat.  If your hat gets a spot, lightly wipe it with a soft dry cloth.  Do not add moisture.  Panama hats are sun hats... not rain hats.  Moisture can cause your hat to misshape and shrink.  And while I am mentioning shrinking, your hat will slightly shrink with wear.  This is natural as your head with perspire around the brim.  You want your hat to fit snugly but not tight if that makes sense.   If your hats gets wet (accidents happen) allow it to dry naturally without heat.  Once dry, to flatten your brim there are two methods.  You may gently shape the brim by using a iron on LOW heat with a soft cotton cloth between the hat and iron.  Or what I like to do is lay your hat on a flat surface and place items such as books on the brim and let sit overnight.

 Storing your hat.  I know some people will tell you to roll your hat for storage but I do not recommend this.  Store your hat in a area away from direct sunlight and upside down.  Make sure the hat is stored in a area with air movement as you want it to breath.

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One last word on my hat.  I love it. Muchana hats are made from 100% toquilla straw and cultivated in Ecuador making it authentic.  Check out Muchana Hats and see why I really do love my hat.  Muchana is offering a 20% discount for the next week on any hat purchase you invest in.  I would jump right on that!!  Use code @PERIDOTSKYS20%

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