Mid-afternoon horsing around

Wouldn't these be adorable with riding boots (kinda like my brand new pair that I love right now)?

{Socks}

It's the little things

Just some Monday eye candy that I have recently purchased/much purchase immediately.

Juicy Couture

Spice up your trousers

Mint candy apple- how perfect is that name?

Loving this old-school timepiece

Bring on the red cups [holiday season]

The red cups are back! And, sadly enough, the commercial entity that is Starbucks just ushered me into the holiday season. I have been shaking my head at the Christmas decoration merchandise that popped up the day after Halloween, turning a deaf ear to Christmas music in stores, and begging my early-decorator grandma not to put her lawn reindeer out until at least Thanksgiving. But there was something different tonight- maybe that all the storefronts on Michigan Avenue are putting up Christmas displays, that the side streets already have their tree lights up and bright, that the Magnificent Mile Festival of Lights is on Saturday, and that I received the most precious holiday email from Kate Spade this afternoon. I got that tingling feeling of excitement in my stomach though. I officially cannot wait for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

{Image}

So on the festive note, I began my Christmas list!

1. An eternity scarf. Typical me, can't decide on a color.

2. Tory Burch Reva flat. It's about time- anyone care to choose a color for me? I'm thinking black and gold, but the green or orange is so pretty and deliciously impractical.

3. Lululemon yoga pants, since I'm now a gym class whore with a 7-month pregnant instructor who kicks my butt.

New York state of mind

How adorable is this suitcase? I feel like I wouldn't mind waiting for my luggage so much if I was waiting for this.

{Samsonite: Viktor & Rolf}

My best friend spent the weekend in New York City, and after sadly having to decline her last-minute invitation to go with, I spent the weekend kitten-sitting for her and wishing I was in NYC. This is what I would fill the suitcase with...

Reunited and it feels so good

My working computer and I are back! Thank goodness for Apple. If you haven't backed up your computer, DO IT RIGHT NOW, and save yourself a mini-heart attack in case something happens.

I have had big plans to get a lot done and be very crafty lately, but alas I have been SO unproductive. On my to-do list, and to be posted soon (I hope):

*Makeover the corner cabinet in my bathroom with some black paint and pretty black and white paper for the shelves

*Line my mini-blinds with ribbon

*Sand and repaint a mirror for my bedroom

*Oh, and possibly begin the horrible process of studying for finals next month, which will inevitably take me away from my sweet blog again : (

{Image}

Wrap up

I just can't get the sequin Juicy Couture necklace out of my mind, so I have been searching for a more affordable version this evening. To my dismay, nothing matches Juicy. However, I did find some fabulous baubles from Newport News. I have never actually ordered anything from them before, but they are so J.Crew right now that I might have to give it a try.

J.Crew or Newport?

J.Crew or Newport?

J.Crew or Newport?

J.Crew or Newport?

J.Crew or Newport?

J.Crew or Newport?

J.Crew or Newport?

On another note, Anthropologie almost does Juicy.

G-L-A-M-O-R-O-U-S

Have. to. have. for. holiday. season.

• 1. Son of John, Brooklyn Sequin Scarf, $61.50 (on sale!)
• 2. Son of John, Heidi Sequin Tank with Racer Back, $177.10 (on sale!)
• 3. Nili Lotan Sequin "Emma" Top, $495.00
• 4. Cynthia Steffe Banded-Waist Sequin Mini Skirt, $195.00
• 5. JCrew Glimmer Pocket Cardigan, $98.00
• 6. Armani Exchange Sequin Trim Shorts, $78.00

• 1. Lara Bohinc Sequined Knot Earring, $308.00
• 2. Diane von Furstenberg Sequin-Stripe Tank, $198.00
• 3. Juicy Couture Sequin Drama Bib Necklace, $228.00
• 4. Anne Taylor Kylea Sequin Tank Top, $85.00
• 5. Jo No Fui YOOX Shorts, $235.00
• 6. Express Dreamweight Cotton Long Tank- Sequin Bottom

Trick or Treat!

Trick or treat!

This week: the cutest homemade Halloween tricks (ok, treats really) from etsy!

Sweet coasters to hold your hot apple cider.

{Peganders}

Lovely little pumpkin.

{allthingswhite}

There is something adorably spooky about this decoration.

{Nesedecor}

Who's up for a frightening game?

{PsAndQ's}

A horrific print from drawing 101.

{tamaragarvey}

A collection of beautiful handblown glass pumpkins.

{JessieCGlass}

Perfect for the kitchen or bar-area.

{sleepyhollowprims}

Hang up a haunted photograph.

{zuppaartista}

Put your pillows in costume.

{sewluckygirl}

A necklace for the witching hour.

{crystalbouquet}

Delight your guests with some real witch's brew.

{printyourparty}

Send out this festive card and have a black cat cross your friend's path.

{thespottedsparrow}

I want.

I will be tracking a pair of these down this weekend.

{Photo}

For less than $13!

Love at first sight

Just some midday eye candy courtesy of Kate Spade...

Radcliffe Mirra clutch

Damask ring

Hourglass bangle

Lacy heel

I'm no fool

Reminds me of Fool's Gold that I used to carry around with me when I was little.

LauraLombardiJewelry

Shoe-in

After enduring a very football-filled-sore-throat-from-yelling weekend, I decided to treat myself with some shoe shopping this afternoon. My secret go-to for shoes is DSW, especially downtown Chicago because it is just filled to the brim with pretty little things for really great prices.

Gray leather? Wooden heels? Ruffles? Perfect? Check, check, check. Check.

Girly black booties with an edge.

Peep-toe boots or heels? Both please.