The Best of 2015

TOP INSTAGRAM POST
This plaid poncho and tall boots was one of my top Instagram posts this past year.  

SHOP THE LOOK

Boots: DUO c/o (Similar here and here) // Watch: Michael Kors (Similar here for $22)

Jeans: 7 For All Mankind ($90 + Free shipping)

Sweater: The Limited // Poncho: BP. (ONLY $38!)

 TOP "PINNED" IMAGE ON PINTEREST 
This is my top pinned image on Pinterest. It is on my Street Style board - where I pin what people are wearing for some daily style inspiration.

Be sure to follow along with my Pinterest page for more street style or tips.

RE-CREATE THE LOOK

TOP BLOG POST

This all black look with denim and neon yellow was one of my top blog posts this past year.

SHOP MY LOOK

Jacket: Halogen // Top: The Limited (Similar here or here) 

Sandals: Old (Similar here or here) // Jeans: J. Brand
Mini Tote: Rebecca Minkoff (Also, in White and Other colors)

Watch: Michael Kors // Sunglasses: Ray-Ban // Necklace: Jenny Bird via Rocksbox

Lipstick: NARS (Manhunt) // Nail Polish: NARS (Torre Del Oro)

TOP FACEBOOK POST

This red plaid coat styled two ways was my top Facebook post this year and could easily be worn for New Year's.


SHOP THE LOOK

1. Necklace: Kate Spade New York // 2. Sunglasses: Prada (Similar for $12)
3. Necklace: BaubleBar // 4. Sweater: Topshop
5. Coat: Topshop // 6. Blouse: Topshop

7. Jeans: Topshop // 8. Skirt: J. Crew (25% off) (Also in Burgundy)
9. Bag: ZAC Zac Posen (Over 50% off)
10. Boots: Louise et Cie // 11. Lipstick: YSL
12. Bag: ZAC Zac Posen (Over 50% off) // 13. Loafer: Nine West

Wishing you a Happy New Year!  See you next year.

And, to leave you with something funny...
My husband does not get blog names - and thinks some of them are just plain crazy - so he said if he started a blog he would call it Hopscotch Butter Dreams. And, I laughed.

Although, traditional, on trend everyday men's style is missing in the blog world, and he should seriously consider it - the name, well, that might need some work...

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Dressing for Windy Days

 SHOP LOOK #1

(Original post here)

Sweater: Halogen (Similar) // Shirt: Express // Jeans: 7 For All Mankind (similar here)

Boots: French Connection (or here) // Lipstick: Nars (Heat Wave) // Watch: Daniel Wellington c/o

SHOP LOOK #2

 (Original post here)

Shirt: Halogen (similar here) // Necklace: The Limited (similar here or here)

Jeans: Paige (similar here or here) // Shoes: Nine West (really similar here or here) (30% off)

Watch: Michael Kors (similar here) // Clutch: Express (similar here - only $24!)

Lipstick: NARS (Manhunt) // Lipliner: NARS (Jungle Red)


There are always windy days as a blogger - and it can be especially difficult to get pictures sometimes.

And, a look back at a few of my other favorites from 2015...
RED // Winter Days (Hunter boots) // Winter White
Grey Denim // Flare Denim

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Cold Weather Style

SHOP LOOK #1

(Original post here)

Jacket: Old (similar here or here)

Vest: Last Call Neiman Marcus (similar here)

Sweater: Halogen (last seen here or here) // Beanie: BP. (last seen here)

Cords: J Brand (similar here) (last seen here) // Socks: Nordstrom

Boots: Hunter (last seen here) // Lipstick: Nars (Heat Wave)

SHOP LOOK #2
(Original post here)
 

Coat: Express (similar here or here)
 Sweater: J. Crew (Similar here) // Shirt: Forever 21

Jeans: 7 for All Mankind (Only $80) // Handbag: Marc by Marc Jacobs
Beanie: BP. // Watch: Michael Kors (similar here)

Lipstick: Nars (Heat Wave) // Boots: Hunter

Another look back at 2015.

My hunter boots have become my "go to" boots on rainy/snowy days.
Here are just a few ways I have styled them.

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Grey Denim

SHOP LOOK #1 
(Original post here)

Sweater: Banana Republic (Similar here)

Jeans: 7 For All Mankind (Similar under $50 and Similar)// Lipstick: Nars

Boots: Ann Taylor (Similar here)

Watch: Michael Kors // Handbag: Marc by Marc Jacobs

SHOP LOOK #2
(Original post here)

Cardigan: Halogen (Similar here) // Tee: Forever 21 (Only $10
Jeans: Citizens of Humanity (Similar here)

Booties: Vince Camuto (Similar here, here, or here) // Necklace: BP. (Only $9)

Handbag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Similar for only $48) // Watch: Michael Kors

Lipstick: NARS (Manhunt) // Nail Polish: NARS (Paradiso)

 SHOP LOOK #3
(Original post here - and 5 ways to wear grey jeans) 

Cardigan: Forever 21 (Only $13) // Turtleneck: The Limited (60% off)
Jeans: Articles of Society (Only $33) // Boots: Ivanka Trump (or here) // Necklace: Kendra Scott
Watch: Michael Kors // Bag: ZAC Zac Posen (Under $50 option)

SHOP LOOK #4
(Original post here - and 5 ways to wear grey jeans) 

Sweater: Banana Republic // Jeans: Articles of Society (Only $33)

Boots: Ivanka Trump // Watch: Michael Kors // Bag: ZAC Zac Posen (Under $50 option)

I am continuing my look back at 2015 with another one of my favorites - grey denim.

AFTER CHRISTMAS SALES

Nordstrom : Half Yearly Sale. Free Shipping and Returns

ASOS : Free Returns 

Gap : Up to 50% off

Banana Republic: Free Returns

LOFT: Everything 50% off
J CREW
Saks Off Fifth : Designer jeans for under $100

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After Christmas Sales & How to Wear RED

 SHOP LOOK #1  
(Original post here)

Jacket: MODA (Similar here or here) // Tee: Old Navy // Jeans: Paige (Similar here or here)

Watch: Michael Kors // Bracelet: Sophie Harper via Rocksbox
Necklace:Kendra Scott via Rocksbox // Ring: Gorjana via Rocksbox
Wedges: DvF (Similar here or here) // Leopard Pouch: J. Crew

 SHOP LOOK #2
(Original post here)

Cami: Topshop // Jeans: J Brand // Necklace: Kendra Scott via Rocksbox*

Watch: Michael Kors // Ring: Sophie Harper via Rocksbox*
Sandals: Nine West (Similar here and here) // Sunglasses: Bobbi Brown

Lipstick: NARS (Heat Wave) // Lipgloss: NARS
Clutch: J. Crew

SHOP THE LOOK
(Original post here)

Blouse: LOFT  // Cardigan: LOFT (Only $14) (Similar)
Jeans: 7 For All Mankind (Similar here) // Pumps: Nine Wes

Lipstick: NARS (Manhunt) // Lip Liner: NARS (Jungle Red)

Necklace (Tassel): The Limited (Similar here) //  Necklace: Kate Spade

Handbag: Marc by Marc Jacobs // Watch: Michael Kors

Another look back at 2015.  I hope you had a Merry Christmas.

AFTER CHRISTMAS SALES
Some places I will be shopping for great deals...

Nordstrom : Half Yearly Sale. Free Shipping and Returns
ASOS : Free Returns 

Gap : Up to 50% off

Banana Republic: Free Returns

LOFT: Everything 50% off
J CREW
Saks Off Fifth : Designer jeans for under $100

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White Christmas

 SHOP THE LOOK

(Original post here)

Sweater: Forever 21 (only $20) // Jeans: Paige (seen before here / here) (budget option here)
Pumps: Nine West // Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (budget options here / here)

Jacket: Old (budget options here / here)

Lipstick: NARS (Manhunt) // Lipliner: NARS (Jungle Red)
Watch: Michael Kors

It is going to be in the 60s for Christmas - so no white Christmas this year.

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

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Two Ways to Style Flare Jeans

SHOP LOOK #1
(Original post here)

Cardigan: Forever 21 (Under $25!) // Jeans: 7 for all Mankind

Tank: Banana Republic (old) (Similar budget option for only $4)

Necklace: BaubleBar // Necklace: Gorjana

Watch: Michael Kors // Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Similar budget option under $50)
Pumps: Nine West

SHOP LOOK #2
(Original post here)

Shirt: BP. (Similar here, here, and here)
Jeans: 7 For All Mankind (Similar here under $60 & here under $100)
Pumps: Nine West (Also here)
Handbag: Daily Style Finds Collection // Watch: Michael Kors

Lipstick: NARS // Lipliner: NARS

Christmas is this week - and I am looking back at a few of my favorite trends of 2015 - like flare jeans.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas!

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15 Gifts Under $25 by Christmas

 SHOP THE GIFTS

1. Make Up Set: Clinique ($25) // 2. Wristlet: Street Level (Only $24)

3. Eyeliner Set: Stila // 4. Watch: BP. (Only $22)

5. Rollerball: Kate Spade New York (Walk on Air) // 6. Letter Bag Charm: Halogen ($18)

7. Fur Pom Bag Charm: Halogen ($18) // 8. Lip Crayons (Trio): Laura Geller // 9. Gift Card: Nordstrom

10. Earrings: BP. (Only $4) // 11. Knife: Swiss Army // 12. Scarf: The Rail

13. Moscow Mule Copper Mug (Set of 2): 10 Strawberry Street

14. Baseball Cap: Amazon // 15. Mug: Rosanna

Just in case you are looking for some last minute gift ideas...

All these are under $25 and will get here by Christmas with free shipping.

And, if you miss the shipping deadline - E-Gift Cards are always a good gift.
(From Nordstrom, Gap Brands, The Limited, Ann Taylor/LOFT, J Crew)

Wishing you a Merry Christmas!

Two Ways to Wear Cozy Turtleneck Sweater

SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Scarf: J. Crew // 2. Turtleneck Sweater: J. Crew (30% off) // 3. Jeans: Topshop

4. Boots: Dolce Vita ($70 off) // 5. Sunglasses: Ray Ban // 6. Lip Pencil: MAC 

7. Lip Gloss: MAC // 8. Hobo Bag: Sole Society (Also in Black) // 9. Crossbody Bag: Halogen

10. Ring: Anna Beck // 11. Ring: Ted Baker // 12. Scarf: J. Crew

13. Turtleneck Sweater: J. Crew (30% off) (Similar here) // 14. Jeans: Topshop // 15. Boots: Dolce Vita ($70 off)

 LAST MINUTE SHOPPING TIPS 

If you are still doing some last minute shopping, here are some tips.

Look for places with free shipping both ways - like NORDSTROM.  They have gift ideas for under $25 for her, him, and your home (or hostess).

MACY'S always offers free return shipping, and right now - free shipping on all orders over $25.

J. CREW is offering free shipping for a limited time before Christmas.

Some RED & GREEN gift ideas - like these buffalo plaid socks or polka dot mug for the hot chocolate drinker.

SHOPBOP offers free 3 day shipping.

Looking for designer jeans for under $100 - SAKS OFF FIFTH has a great selection and free shipping.

If you are part of a FUNNY GIFT EXCHANGE - here are some gifts that are sure to get some laughs - like this parking violation, broken door bell, EMERGENCY PUBLIC RESTROOM KIT, and for those that want to share TMI.

Have a great weekend!

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Shopbop Sale & Gift Ideas

BAGS & WALLETS

Bag: Kate Spade New York (30% off + additional 25%)

Wallet: Kate Spade New York (30% off + additional 25% off)

Bag: Kate Spade New York (30% off + additional 25% off)

JEWELRY

Necklace: Gorjana (30% off + additional 25% off)

Earrings: Rebecca Minkoff (60% off + additional 25% off) ($11)

Ring: Elizabeth and James (50% off + Additional 25% off)

Earrings: Kate Spade New York (30% off + Additional 25% off)

BOOTS & BOOTIES

Booties: Splendid (20-30% off + additional 25% off)

Booties: Sam Edelman (30% off + additional 25% off)

Booties: Ash (30% off + additional 25% off)

SWEATERS & COATS

Coat: BB Dakota (30% off + additional 25% off)

Vest: BB Dakota (30% off + additional 25% off)

Sweater: BB Dakota (50% off + additional 25% off) ($32)

Shopbop is having its bonus sale - with an additional 25% off sale items. (Code: Bonus25)
Plus, there is always free 3-day shipping.
Sale ends this Thursday.

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What to Wear to Christmas

SHOP THE LOOKS

1. Earrings: Lafonn // 2. Chiffon Blouse: H&M // 3. Gold Pleated Skirt: J. Crew

4. Pumps: Nine West (40% off) // 5. Lipgloss: YSL (10% off)

6. Bag: Kate Spade (Also in Red, Pink, and Gold)

7.Earrings: Kendra Scott  // 8. Turtleneck Sweater: H&M 

9. Plaid Skirt: J. Crew Factory (Similar here) // 10. Pumps: Nine West (40% off)

A few festive looks for Christmas.  These suede bow pumps are 40% off!

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How to Style Grey Jeans

SAVE

1. Sunglasses: A.J. Morgan ($24) // 2. Jacket: Halogen ($47)

 3. Tee: J. Crew Factory ($15) (Similar only $4)

4. Jeans: SP Black ($34) // 5. Boots: Nine West ($65)  // 6. Lipstick: MAC

SPLURGE

7. Sunglasses: Randolph Engineering // 8. Jacket: IRO // 9. Tee: J. Crew

10. Jeans: Citizens of Humanity  11. Lipstick: Dior (10% off)
12. Booties: Saint Laurent (Budget Option)

Today I am sharing another way to style grey jeans - along with save and splurge options.
(And, here are 5 other ways to style grey jeans...)

Hope you had a great weekend!

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Shades of Christmas - Red & Green Gift Ideas

SHOP RED

Lipstick Pin: Georgia Perry (Only $15) // Lips Pin: Georgia Perry (Only $15)
Ring: Oscar de la Renta // Gloves: Kate Spade New York // Mug: Gift Boutique (Only $22)
Bag: Kate Spade New York // Socks: Madewell (Only $13) (Also in Green) // Boots: Sperry (Also in Green)

SHOP GREEN

Phone Case: Tory Burch  // Earrings: Kate Spade New York // Bracelet: Monica Vinader

Tree Keychain: Anya Hindmarch // Pumps: Madewell

Journal: Kate Spade New York // Bag: Deux Lux (Under $100)  // Dress: Jenni Kayne

If you are looking for gifts - here are some red and green gift ideas.  How about these buffalo plaid socks, which are only $13 or the bucket bag for under $100.  If you know someone who drinks coffee or hot chocolate - this mug would be perfect.

All these items ship for free and in three days - plus there is free shipping for returns.

OTHER GIFT IDEAS

Gifts for Her

Gifts for Home

Gifts under $50

Gifts under $100

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5 Ways to Wear Grey Jeans

Macy's Friends & Family Sale 25% Off

SHOP THE SALE

1. Bag: Kate Spade ($80 off) // 2. Watch: Michael Kors (25% off) // 3. Lipstick: Estee Lauder (Free Shipping)

4. Lip Gloss and Pencil: Bobbi Brown ($20 off) // 5. Merry Christmas Pillow: Macy’s ($25 off + Extra 25% off)

6. Keychain: Fossil ($10 off + 25% off) // 7. Stand Mixer: KitchenAid ($200 off + Extra 10% off)

8. Flats: Nine West (25% off) // 9. Coat: Jessica Simpson ($100 off + 25% off)

Macy's is having its Friends and Family sale right now (ends December 10th).  You can get 25% off most of the store.  It is a great time to shop for deals (and items that typically are excluded from their regular sales).  Plus, right now they are offering free shipping over $25 and they always have free returns (by mail).

How to Style: J Crew Chateau Parka

SHOP THE LOOK

1. Turtleneck: J. Crew (Similar option) // 2. Sunglasses: Prada (25% off)

3. Sweater Dress: Joe Fresh (Under $50) // 4. Jeans: Topshop (On sale $40)

5. Coat: J. Crew // 6. Bag: Michael Kors // 7. Bootie: Nine West

8. Rollerball Trio: Estee Lauder // 9. Boots: Hunter

This is my favorite coat.  And, if you might have noticed that red and leopard, paired simply with a turtleneck and jeans is what I like to wear (as seen here).  These leopard booties are $60 off right now.  And, if you are looking for a lower, chunkier heel - these are the same leopard print.  Plus, all boots and pumps are up to 50% off at Nine West right now.

I would like to thank you all for reading! 

And, if you would like to help me out - my goal this year is to have 1K Bloglovin' followers. Thank you to all that follow me! 

Have a great weekend!

How to Wear Red

SHOP THE LOOK

These are two of my favorite looks (photos credit: J. Crew). I love the pop of red in a jacket and the leopard pumps. Plus, jeans are my daily uniform. Layering takes me back to my college days - the days of layering a turtleneck and a button down shirt under a J. Crew sweater.

And, if you are like me - a female business person - and are always looking for good advice - you might enjoy reading what these ladies are saying.

Lastly, as we all run around busy, continually checking our phones, doing work, trying to get ahead - this quote from Warren Buffet struck me. We need to spend more time just sitting and thinking.

"I insist on a lot of time being spent, almost every day, to just sit and think. That is very uncommon in American business."

Gift Ideas for Guys & White Elephant

WHITE ELEPHANT IDEAS

1. Office citation: Amazon // 2. Blanket: Amazon  // 3. Public Toilet: Amazon

4. Door Mat: Amazon // 5. Chattering Teeth: Nordstrom // 6. Star Wars Key Charm: Nordstrom

7. Camo Beer Holster: Amazon // 8. Underpants: Amazon// 9. Beer Hammer: Nordstrom
10. Mug: Amazon // 11. Parking: Amazon // 12. Stupid Alert: Amazon

White elephant gift exchanges are one of my favorite things.  I always make it my goal to find a gift that will get the most laughs.  I bought this tee a few years ago - and people cracked up and kept "stealing" it away from others - just so they could keep it.  Also, you may not know when this emergency kit may come in handy.

GUY GIFT IDEAS
1. Gloves: HONN // 2. Portable iPhone Speaker: Bose
3. Reciprocating Saw: Black & Decker ($50 on sale)
4. Mr. Perfect Mug: WILD AND WOLF  // 5. Wrench Set: Stanley ($24 on sale)
6. Quarter Zip Sweatshirt: BOSS Hugo Boss ($20 option)// 7. Noise Canceling Headphones: Bose
8. Moccasin Slipper: Nordstrom // 9. Compact Table Saw: Ryobi ($82 on sale)

My husband loves doing projects around the house - so some of the best Christmas gifts have been a table saw and reciprocating saw.  As far as clothes, he lives in his quarter zip sweatshirts (another option under $20) in the fall/winter.  He layers them over dress shirts and polos.

 THE BLENDED BLOG
Today, I am participating in a blog hop with my friends from The Blended Blog. If you are looking for gifts ideas for toddlers, friends, family, co-workers - be sure to hop around and check out each of our gift guides....

Deena // Joy // Leslie // Shaunacey // Alison // Sarah