tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-41085500292247522812024-02-07T05:22:59.050-08:00100andSouthLife, liberty & the pursuit of fashionable finds for $100 or less.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger71125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-86527800682072987442011-04-13T13:58:00.000-07:002011-04-13T14:06:36.257-07:00Experience "Prom" Again<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeRxUCHNp8G25EVO4KAki4mAq-xgkfN-ZsaCSKO5qW27ccg0uHgTNA0M8KhQWF8XNowakJHms5ldm6tl1FCoq7Q2pI25xTg3Oh3RxrM4A-1pUEOJLwYa_nMy2hugSZvaY27foh0abJyWk/s1600/Prom3.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 293px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeRxUCHNp8G25EVO4KAki4mAq-xgkfN-ZsaCSKO5qW27ccg0uHgTNA0M8KhQWF8XNowakJHms5ldm6tl1FCoq7Q2pI25xTg3Oh3RxrM4A-1pUEOJLwYa_nMy2hugSZvaY27foh0abJyWk/s400/Prom3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5595177113799722898" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><center>A scene from the new Disney movie "Prom" starring Thomas McDonnell (left) and Aimee Teegarden (right)</center></span><br /><br />Not sure about y'all, but I might have been up to some no good back when that famous Spring dance rolled around my high school...<br /><br />Luckily, <a href="http://www.macys.com">Macy's </a>is providing shoppers with an opportunity to experience "Prom" again - and feel good about it! The first 200 guests at their Atlanta Lenox Square Mall location will have the opportunity to meet stars Kylie Bunbery and De’Vaughn Nixon from Disney's new movie, "Prom." While you're at it, you'll have the opportunity the change someone's life by donating your gently worn prom of formal dress at the event. Your dress will go in the to the local donate-my-dress-dot-org chapter, <a href="http://www.beccascloset.org">Becca’s Closet</a>. <br /><br />The event is this <span style="font-weight:bold;">Friday, April 15 at 6PM</span>, and you can find out more information here: <br /><br /><a href="http://www.pitchengine.com/pitch/136656/">http://www.pitchengine.com/pitch/136656/</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-39483148540196944592011-02-17T08:43:00.000-08:002011-02-17T09:02:34.013-08:00Lela for LessI'm not sure about you, but I am so much more inclined to buy a product or support a brand if I believe in the people behind it. It's the same reason I pretty much <span style="font-weight:bold;">only</span> buy my outdoor gear from <a href="http://www.patagonia.com">Patagonia</a>. It's the same reason I visit the same boutique over and over again because I not only want to clothe myself in things that (I think!) look good, but I want to support the people/person offering me the selection. Similarly, this notion is why I love Texas-born designer Lela Rose. She has appeared to be extremely down to earth from day one...even designing a line of shoes for <a href="http://www.payless.com">Payless</a>, making her genius accessible to just about anyone.<br /><br />At her Spring 2011 RTW show last fall, her models partners their breath-taking ensembles with styles from the now-available Payless line.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiljsCHgKXSbTF7yypAkGOhkKVGsJ_chpzOr888BTyqW3i3OsIHBw1gDvrPmmkLyJZtt02JnG1J7Ilr4-Ntr3l4UV3JHuyg3nhVh66r3zLsHkDngsG6rOfUG6MPTKCqNwCOUmjgl3oFm6o/s1600/LelaSpring1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiljsCHgKXSbTF7yypAkGOhkKVGsJ_chpzOr888BTyqW3i3OsIHBw1gDvrPmmkLyJZtt02JnG1J7Ilr4-Ntr3l4UV3JHuyg3nhVh66r3zLsHkDngsG6rOfUG6MPTKCqNwCOUmjgl3oFm6o/s400/LelaSpring1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5574701476924624498" /></a><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><center>Photo Courtesy of Style.com</center></span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFEF_gs1l2EAII59K-_ENciE8y_0za00HqcbPAE24BlbRP57H_kZ-t9E8QJJsU_bTNG3gyGGdUG6vBi2om8fTnySSn6ZcqSRthhBU01dnktlNZV6z40vjQHi4dp7xVzeVvY_foVTgHB9k/s1600/Lela+Spring2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFEF_gs1l2EAII59K-_ENciE8y_0za00HqcbPAE24BlbRP57H_kZ-t9E8QJJsU_bTNG3gyGGdUG6vBi2om8fTnySSn6ZcqSRthhBU01dnktlNZV6z40vjQHi4dp7xVzeVvY_foVTgHB9k/s400/Lela+Spring2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5574701710183701634" /></a><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><center>Photo Courtesy of Style.com</center></span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZzOaD5eF6hYuOYrlA85nL5qKa_Z-WGnN01017LjHVY_QwQh3KN_gyCD6NvRJpu-vOGnJ9myriTHKbVCThkKb8ORpmpJUKbxrkittU0FRlLoN2EVYlBf3s7lNo_TcAMXbFN7t1MKZ8FFo/s1600/Lela+Spring3.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZzOaD5eF6hYuOYrlA85nL5qKa_Z-WGnN01017LjHVY_QwQh3KN_gyCD6NvRJpu-vOGnJ9myriTHKbVCThkKb8ORpmpJUKbxrkittU0FRlLoN2EVYlBf3s7lNo_TcAMXbFN7t1MKZ8FFo/s400/Lela+Spring3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5574702939429376962" /></a><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><center>Photo Courtesy of Style.com</center></span><br />Even Lela herself sported her Payless peep toes when greeting the crowd for the Spring 2011 RTW finale!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhircPFDKIzUFiSttVmgZ91HtyWaEgU2sMWYA7HIIubiHovLU64APHWtKdaS7EEgXjB8v4yq3j56n4F3ylTs1BkUisgtrsjhzZIuqaOXz0WCKyeVFnrYI-QsMfVbapARfGzsdIRVm0apZQ/s1600/Lela+herself.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhircPFDKIzUFiSttVmgZ91HtyWaEgU2sMWYA7HIIubiHovLU64APHWtKdaS7EEgXjB8v4yq3j56n4F3ylTs1BkUisgtrsjhzZIuqaOXz0WCKyeVFnrYI-QsMfVbapARfGzsdIRVm0apZQ/s400/Lela+herself.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5574703378939236930" /></a><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><center>Lela says hello. Photo Courtesy of Style.com</center></span><br /><br />Now a few of these styles are available for purchase via Payless.com, and I have to say I'm having a hard time just which one to choose...they're all absolutely precious and will go with just about anything I plan on wearing when the weather warms up. I'm particularly partial to wedges since I'll be trouncing up and down the hilly streets of Asheville.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixhLIGz1U1By0QlpfufcaPdsLmqZa-aVJZ7fTpk-b4Uv4x-IRHAIFiU72y1HbIBbP2TseE98zfjz3mjXJvsz6EJ7vqb9t1FO3LGF6c7FhDOG14xT2Od1w8L-NGO4A9xiiWmJMQfYY_FsY/s1600/lela+shoeteal.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixhLIGz1U1By0QlpfufcaPdsLmqZa-aVJZ7fTpk-b4Uv4x-IRHAIFiU72y1HbIBbP2TseE98zfjz3mjXJvsz6EJ7vqb9t1FO3LGF6c7FhDOG14xT2Od1w8L-NGO4A9xiiWmJMQfYY_FsY/s400/lela+shoeteal.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5574703953167686882" /></a><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><center>Lela Rose for Payless <a href="http://www.payless.com/store/product/detail.jsp?catId=cat10088&subCatId=cat520020&skuId=084567090&productId=68861&lotId=084567&category=&catdisplayName=Womens">Bolivar Wedge</a>: $49.99</center></span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKRLtJgaCFxaiuQamIRMvSx3L-ZyTRubMb9u2DzDjzULYLCdnwcvL6DTMq3f5As1IzSfe-fR3AOXtwUw_faQKQgzUarsn8rNZi6VxoHvCgxcz5dh3DwuUW5VstRXKxcxHIAg5IWdjNpsA/s1600/lela+shoe+denim.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKRLtJgaCFxaiuQamIRMvSx3L-ZyTRubMb9u2DzDjzULYLCdnwcvL6DTMq3f5As1IzSfe-fR3AOXtwUw_faQKQgzUarsn8rNZi6VxoHvCgxcz5dh3DwuUW5VstRXKxcxHIAg5IWdjNpsA/s400/lela+shoe+denim.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5574704345528503762" /></a><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><center>Lela Rose for Payless <a href="http://www.payless.com/store/product/detail.jsp?catId=cat10088&subCatId=cat520020&skuId=084568090&productId=68862&lotId=084568&category=&catdisplayName=Womens">Loreto Wedge</a>: $49.99</center></span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioRgncP-1KvsIjt8t7Vyvg79NYcfafiSaOvn7qyrPE6cLMx9ezzxgqCUaod5308j2GySj8_Zk5d1xjQCOCpOC8q5d9wOfb1kMXbeBwRWEeL73DA-2cyLwfbEoKPRWwq9jM-CWkdvKQ0kQ/s1600/lela+shoe+black.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioRgncP-1KvsIjt8t7Vyvg79NYcfafiSaOvn7qyrPE6cLMx9ezzxgqCUaod5308j2GySj8_Zk5d1xjQCOCpOC8q5d9wOfb1kMXbeBwRWEeL73DA-2cyLwfbEoKPRWwq9jM-CWkdvKQ0kQ/s400/lela+shoe+black.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5574704646310267730" /></a><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><center>Lela Rose for Payless <a href="http://www.payless.com/store/product/detail.jsp?catId=cat10088&subCatId=cat520020&skuId=084566100&productId=68860&lotId=084566&category=&catdisplayName=Womens">Olivos Satin T Strap Pump</a>: $44.99</center></span><br />Which one is your favorite? I think the Bolivar wedge might have to be mine by the end of the week!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-10190956663599601862011-02-10T11:46:00.000-08:002011-02-10T12:08:39.065-08:00Workin' Hard, Hardly Workin'So sorry for the tardiness of my posts recently. I am going to try and get back on the blog train, though I will admit I may not be able to post as often as I had been before moving to Asheville.<br /><br />I have been doing a couple guests posts, however, to whet your literary whistle.<br /><br /><a href="http://focusonflair.blogspot.com/2010/12/guest-blogger-100andsouth-aka-my-sister.html">"Top 11 Places to Shop for a Good Deal"</a> on Savoir Flair<br /><br /><a href="http://moondanceadventures.blogspot.com/2011/01/day-in-life-at-moondance-central.html">"A Day in the Life at Moondance Adventures"</a> at Moondance Adventures' Blog<br /><br />Updates? Well, Clark and I are getting settled in quite nicely in Asheville. I've been doing most (well pretty much all) my shopping at <a href="http://www.constanceboutique.com/">Constance</a>, the best consignment shop ever in South Asheville. Can't wait to document some of my recent finds which include a long, formal Nicole Miller black gown for $55, black Theory velvet trousers for $14.50 and a slew of majorly discounted Michael Stars tees!<br /><br />Weekends are definitely spend outside these days. Here are a couple iPhone shots from our hike of Max Patch and part of the Appalachian Trail outside of Hot Springs, NC.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFtD-k-qwqgcl1HOyZuBHd5eEkZb6lz_XuajwNVpO_CkhEFOcgK4ZeIfPFFSTmNztKCY6CGeyOs6H_7rGRqRLIaU4_mGG6Q1RfVyEQqfP-KlLXSBAij3iXJcTe53grahYkcWodxgYXjqw/s1600/MaxPatch1.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 335px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFtD-k-qwqgcl1HOyZuBHd5eEkZb6lz_XuajwNVpO_CkhEFOcgK4ZeIfPFFSTmNztKCY6CGeyOs6H_7rGRqRLIaU4_mGG6Q1RfVyEQqfP-KlLXSBAij3iXJcTe53grahYkcWodxgYXjqw/s400/MaxPatch1.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572152257034770882" /></a><br /><center><span style="font-style:italic;">Clark stands atop Max Patch, facing south</span></center><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOKRja0n-_cLMzep3GT7bgk2zWPhsrkKWjOsPb2E4LeRCOO79QFF3aV9oxnPWBeDgASqLz5MtANfSmFcj2QZ4a529gMuKaiB8Pie5CFIfzPctnaYywgigNc6-FQGDr6ahIB9tX_M1YdZY/s1600/maxpatchmarker.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 340px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOKRja0n-_cLMzep3GT7bgk2zWPhsrkKWjOsPb2E4LeRCOO79QFF3aV9oxnPWBeDgASqLz5MtANfSmFcj2QZ4a529gMuKaiB8Pie5CFIfzPctnaYywgigNc6-FQGDr6ahIB9tX_M1YdZY/s400/maxpatchmarker.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572152798640306226" /></a><br /><center><span style="font-style:italic;">Triangulation marker atop Max Patch</span></center><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7PBhztszu4brZ-Aq4OEpGPNxxx8klss1UHsmgXrVpB018k9AUL2zCs89W6tvo0bwMr6bBdmA5zKEon97bhH5MK2bznJU8W3gTUjYEyCjg7aEBGvFrGKV5gJfVUUJo2_wa2FLGtEtcykU/s1600/maxpatch2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 298px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7PBhztszu4brZ-Aq4OEpGPNxxx8klss1UHsmgXrVpB018k9AUL2zCs89W6tvo0bwMr6bBdmA5zKEon97bhH5MK2bznJU8W3gTUjYEyCjg7aEBGvFrGKV5gJfVUUJo2_wa2FLGtEtcykU/s400/maxpatch2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572152459088036658" /></a><br /><center><span style="font-style:italic;">Gorgeous view point from the side of Max Patch, on the Appalachian Trail</span></center><br /><br />I look forward to getting into more of a routine with the blog, but for now, I'm focusing most of my energies on my job here at <a href="http://www.moondanceadventures.com">Moondance Adventures</a>. We're approaching 200 students already for this summer's trips, and it feels good to work so hard.<br /><br />Also doesn't hurt that I have this photo by my computer for motivation...<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht8j5TXgv26Xmq4Ecj50WfSz3falXNAHvstWvlU9iVMRbA_ykJpyXZhTca9M6pxI-aJ5KQJtirxco9DfwGiTbLqMgM4Zxh4-i9hdxAyqXvbWbJc5fpBI4JdV0do-Bi9qbGIhIDHcUZ94U/s1600/loubis.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 230px; height: 345px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht8j5TXgv26Xmq4Ecj50WfSz3falXNAHvstWvlU9iVMRbA_ykJpyXZhTca9M6pxI-aJ5KQJtirxco9DfwGiTbLqMgM4Zxh4-i9hdxAyqXvbWbJc5fpBI4JdV0do-Bi9qbGIhIDHcUZ94U/s400/loubis.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572153988358871714" /></a><br /><center><span style="font-style:italic;">Photo from Net-a-porter</span></center>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-21487353638169739392010-12-01T13:35:00.001-08:002010-12-01T14:17:38.489-08:00Apologies, My Loves!Hello everyone! I just want to thank you so much for bearing with me while I go through a period of transition in my life. About a month ago, I was asked to join my old employer, <a href="http://www.moondanceadventures.com">Moondance Adventures</a>, for a second stint as the Admissions Director. Clark and I weighed the pros and cons and decided to pack our things and head back to Asheville, the city where we met and fell in love. <br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9FNGhpuqKWiRp2EU-fPj5SObAOcOnKjeCUPCS_K7kkgVHsQgn_lhQKO4l7BEOXSXwWD6DRifGs9ClO4ZOT55yZaGI2QnPEFqlbY12OlQrAUBe_2-5ZWts6MMXPNECEqgDx4snhyphenhyphen39r7Q/s1600/gandc.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 302px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9FNGhpuqKWiRp2EU-fPj5SObAOcOnKjeCUPCS_K7kkgVHsQgn_lhQKO4l7BEOXSXwWD6DRifGs9ClO4ZOT55yZaGI2QnPEFqlbY12OlQrAUBe_2-5ZWts6MMXPNECEqgDx4snhyphenhyphen39r7Q/s400/gandc.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5545841401648135650" /></a><br /><em><center>Me and Clark...in love, obvi...</center></em><br />Moondance is an outdoor adventure program for middle and high school students, offering leadership-building trips around the country (and a few scattered throughout the globe), using the wilderness as a classroom and a platform for students to grow and learn with one another in the purest of settings. I participated in two Moondance trips when I was in high school back in '01 and '02, traveling to the San Juan Mountains in Colorado for my first trip and exploring the Pacific Northwest (and summiting Mt. Rainier all the while) on my second trip. As soon as I wrapped up my first Moondance adventure, I couldn't wait to turn 21 to become a leader and to share such life-changing experiences with the amazing kids that seem to sign up year after year for our trips.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXkptor_NS1sTERDFcuCjlOtcOTakHAE3ayEcLY_ATt0uoBJXYMXizB82wGXf0PIbws7oA5RXfsa1w4mqlAf0zuJx9-ELLqB9hv6UwpYI5OdUrCxOgEwDi5g_e_ZWKXkVt9zzwM0-eZm0/s1600/February.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXkptor_NS1sTERDFcuCjlOtcOTakHAE3ayEcLY_ATt0uoBJXYMXizB82wGXf0PIbws7oA5RXfsa1w4mqlAf0zuJx9-ELLqB9hv6UwpYI5OdUrCxOgEwDi5g_e_ZWKXkVt9zzwM0-eZm0/s400/February.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5545834554089137874" /></a><br /><em><center>A few students cool off in Ross Lake, located in Washington State</center></em><br />After I graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill, I nailed down my 80 hour Wilderness First Responder course and bagged my first magical summer as a Moondance instructor. So many of my students remain close friends of mine as we laughed and cried through the most fun (but sometimes most strenuous!) of days hiking, rafting, climbing and sea kayaking. Over the years, I've had the pleasure of leading 4 Moondance trips and making 43 new best friends (that's 40 students and 3 different co-leaders). I'm proud and excited to be back in the office as well as touring high schools, sharing my Moondance story to anyone who will listen!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUGpi4KLzsWrMqE5zyjGjyD3fql03lInTctnIIFP2YFA7uoCjEmWq63fDwa_8qJtFuR_S_KmKXd10W7vxSYOVYKtcT65QNUwv1vbJj67m0yOjddPgrK2z2CzngwdkZPyAl4WKukXaOlXU/s1600/GrandAscents.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 268px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUGpi4KLzsWrMqE5zyjGjyD3fql03lInTctnIIFP2YFA7uoCjEmWq63fDwa_8qJtFuR_S_KmKXd10W7vxSYOVYKtcT65QNUwv1vbJj67m0yOjddPgrK2z2CzngwdkZPyAl4WKukXaOlXU/s400/GrandAscents.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5545836033071833042" /></a><br /><em><center>Student Robey (on my right) and my co-leader Tyler (on my left) and I attempt to cross a particularly rushing and freezing river in the Wind River Range, Wyoming</center></em><br />With that said, Clark and I have been shuffling back and forth from Atlanta...moving boxes, looking for apartments, maybe drinking a little champagne to celebrate my new salary...but alas, as you can see, I've been neglecting the blog.<br /><br />I promise you, dear readers, I'll be back in the saddle as soon as possible...though regular efforts and reports will likely start after the holidays. Until then, keep up with my quick 100andSouth snippets a la Twitter by <a href="http://www.twitter.com/100andSouth">following me at @100andSouth</a>. I thank you so much for your patience, but ultimately, I thank you so dearly for your support. You're the reason why I do what I do when it comes to the blog, just like the smiles on these kids faces are the reason I knew I had to get back to Moondance.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVXPefCvS1Aa8jebDNa59jG-wj1XqvGDdMXgeROOTmYI9ZAR1mhVta4WGCTVKMFZ1v3AMxFzcW3VDnlrNE-9N_YIr_S2fa5g3kFoSldKMBsL3d7GjobzHLSXVHu9Mbyrdu_AhEqSThzwI/s1600/GENNA.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVXPefCvS1Aa8jebDNa59jG-wj1XqvGDdMXgeROOTmYI9ZAR1mhVta4WGCTVKMFZ1v3AMxFzcW3VDnlrNE-9N_YIr_S2fa5g3kFoSldKMBsL3d7GjobzHLSXVHu9Mbyrdu_AhEqSThzwI/s400/GENNA.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5545835356782034770" /></a><br /><em><center>All smiles with my amazing students in Smith Rock State Park, Oregon on the final night of my second Pacific Northwest journey</center></em> <br />Check out more regarding my time with Moondance by reading <a href="http://www.moondanceadventures.com/leaders-staff/index.php?genna-suggs-harris/idls,11/">my Staff Bio</a> on Moondance's website!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-34011324509669525982010-11-17T17:17:00.000-08:002010-11-17T17:26:11.660-08:00Real Men Shop at Lola'sThis Saturday night, <a href="www.lolasboutique.org">Lola's Boutique of Atlanta</a> is offering your man an evening of free beer, free food and...fashion? <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8aYcoSXUJ1neiLTQbfp5vpCIzWH9_62V4X3zSoFsVqR1uVv95GjOKGHnR739NLNEg0B29s-QM2uNTiXF9iNwGul6UwtAo5KuxQKaqSjB-m8ve4Z42PoM32FbgsKRE7Scw_4zEW-xmqe4/s1600/Guysnightoutlolas.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 311px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8aYcoSXUJ1neiLTQbfp5vpCIzWH9_62V4X3zSoFsVqR1uVv95GjOKGHnR739NLNEg0B29s-QM2uNTiXF9iNwGul6UwtAo5KuxQKaqSjB-m8ve4Z42PoM32FbgsKRE7Scw_4zEW-xmqe4/s400/Guysnightoutlolas.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5540694409461908818" /></a><br />Yep, you read me right. Lola's encourages the guys to "step out of the man cave and bring it" from 5-8PM on November 20. Old faves Sam Adams and Sweetwater 420 will be on hand to help loosen up these guys (and hopefully their wallets) ultimately benefiting gals like you and me when Santa comes to town. Furthermore, jewelry designer Ali Howell from <a href="http://www.aliandbird.com/">ali and bird</a> will be there to help guide your man into choosing the perfect stocking stuffer just for you!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiADkoB5R-uUKP08woc2CBGqhoj67P1oE_eGFAq4hZC2zgZoUpUx4A3699qjqlO-KQ48IjBB2k3ny9o7tGMOzA0kozGqLMOfhPulMizBMIWbv5eUX52-YxykxHzhqU_ex-nX0ogw2C8Spg/s1600/Lolas+photo.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 254px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiADkoB5R-uUKP08woc2CBGqhoj67P1oE_eGFAq4hZC2zgZoUpUx4A3699qjqlO-KQ48IjBB2k3ny9o7tGMOzA0kozGqLMOfhPulMizBMIWbv5eUX52-YxykxHzhqU_ex-nX0ogw2C8Spg/s400/Lolas+photo.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5540694559942109954" /></a><br />Lola's is located at 5531 Chamblee Dunwoody Road (across the street from the<br />Dunwoody Tavern, of which I'm sure your gents are familiar). Call for more info 770-698-1400.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-76683806655620731012010-11-12T12:25:00.000-08:002010-11-12T14:11:57.279-08:00TODAY ONLY: 25% Off IceMilk ApronsI've had the great fortune of meeting some pretty amazing people in Atlanta. One such multi-talented person I met recently is <a href="http://twitter.com/ashleyschoenith">Ashley Schoenith</a>, the social media coordinator for the non-profit organization <a href="http://www.curechildhoodcancer.org/">Cure Childhood Cancer</a>. When I first met her, I was so impressed with her poise and dedication to her job and her cause.<br /><br />But people have a way of surprising you further, and I learned Ashley is not only a faithful fitness bootcamper (6AM workouts 5 days a week? Such dedication!) but also is the creative mind behind <a href="http://www.icemilkaprons.com">IceMilk Aprons</a>...a most buzzed-about line of beautiful, fashionable, Anthropologie-esque aprons. How much more impressive can this girl get?<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUvi9zt-8VOTKr7Gte3hHcVZsg6dieZYoFx1LXhh7zHYkhVROnVKZLsUR8FtosWv4vDe1K8_SjhT2sS365SIZyDN5U6hmftDkMmHEdbiLiovh38342tSs81rSVRwiQHPpcIvQw8aeOqI4/s1600/icemilkaprons.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 199px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUvi9zt-8VOTKr7Gte3hHcVZsg6dieZYoFx1LXhh7zHYkhVROnVKZLsUR8FtosWv4vDe1K8_SjhT2sS365SIZyDN5U6hmftDkMmHEdbiLiovh38342tSs81rSVRwiQHPpcIvQw8aeOqI4/s400/icemilkaprons.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5538762983403188866" /></a><br />Now I'll be the first to say I'm terrified of the oven...I have no confidence whatsoever when it comes to cooking, baking and the like (much to my husband's dismay!) But I think I'd consider mimicking Martha if I got the chance to sport one of these IceMilk Aprons!<br /><br />What's that you say? You'd like one too? Well how about you snag one for 25% off til the end of the day today (11/12) with the code SWMAG. They'd be the perfect present for your bakerella bestie! And of course, they're already 100andSouth as is, but I recommend punching up your apron's personality with the custom monogramming option!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-16617598740520007352010-11-08T14:11:00.000-08:002010-11-09T08:43:36.201-08:00New Atlanta Boutique Alert: VETTEDA new boutique has opened its doors in Atlanta, taking the place of Lexie and Jane on East Paces Ferry. VETTED features styles from Geren Ford, Thread Social and Leigh and Luca, replacing the tons and tons of tee shirts and jeans previously occupying the space.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBFHFUHZXBLxGDhpcNeu5ikf26b8dxX0vnSsShCgLj8EoS6CPuDQmYLDHflgvMVPaGktkN1EBJ2WrLB9nqMhFdHdmWKkJJUOntPi5tE7WzRXvsPC2jqNZ9ehTXMUfw1ESXBq3vJaP3e9k/s1600/Vetted-Eblast.jpeg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 376px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBFHFUHZXBLxGDhpcNeu5ikf26b8dxX0vnSsShCgLj8EoS6CPuDQmYLDHflgvMVPaGktkN1EBJ2WrLB9nqMhFdHdmWKkJJUOntPi5tE7WzRXvsPC2jqNZ9ehTXMUfw1ESXBq3vJaP3e9k/s400/Vetted-Eblast.jpeg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537306458764160722" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeE-R3KlsljGfLShOcp0LUznEWlZN5ISIVd3owpd0EuaR7-pikAJOMQxotOaeKYpXI2MHBZwdJMfpdGPHy2JfbhfJUpTgh4SPs0DD0qtT2YAidPPjefdrVwl6I-cCAmopOhx10Vn7voJs/s1600/interior1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeE-R3KlsljGfLShOcp0LUznEWlZN5ISIVd3owpd0EuaR7-pikAJOMQxotOaeKYpXI2MHBZwdJMfpdGPHy2JfbhfJUpTgh4SPs0DD0qtT2YAidPPjefdrVwl6I-cCAmopOhx10Vn7voJs/s400/interior1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537590223134365922" /></a><br /><center>Check out their super clean interior. I love the contrast of the darker, fall-hued clothing with the white walls. I can only imagine how bright this space will be come spring.</center><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtLCTYzLcMWFnhhyphenhyphenuVHdactnuFi0BGlKa-SqZailqusIrNQhhle38xHWYqf98Ax4UTg37fES27Q_PAmgFjmpCNbks7kYp3OmDMkEOyKrlFd_2FzEFqm0SJ8cbZ7DMDRIvZlFe8hkk93Eg/s1600/exterior.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtLCTYzLcMWFnhhyphenhyphenuVHdactnuFi0BGlKa-SqZailqusIrNQhhle38xHWYqf98Ax4UTg37fES27Q_PAmgFjmpCNbks7kYp3OmDMkEOyKrlFd_2FzEFqm0SJ8cbZ7DMDRIvZlFe8hkk93Eg/s400/exterior.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537591363210240146" /></a><br /><center>The exterior of the store got a makeover too...a yellow door helps to welcome new customers while the dark paint keeps things mysterious.</center><br />Here's hoping <a href="http://www.vettedatlanta.com/">their website</a> also will receive a makeover here soon with more details about what designers they are carrying! <br /><br />Have any of your dear readers checked it out?Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-25715363481700554092010-11-05T08:38:00.000-07:002010-11-05T10:28:05.119-07:00Macy's Heart of Haiti: Shopping with a PurposeWouldn't it be easier to swipe your credit card if you knew part of the cost of your purchase was going to a good cause? I know I'd be much more likely to buy something if I knew my funds were <span style="font-style:italic;">doing </span>some good elsewhere (rather than just <span style="font-style:italic;">looking </span>good on my feet, wrists, torso, etc.)<br /><br />That's why I am a huge fan of the <a href="http://www.macys.com/campaign/social?campaign_id=134&channel_id=1&bundle_entryPath=/haiti_landing">Heart of Haiti</a> home decor line, now available at Macy's. The line is part of a "Trade Not Aid" initiative that <a href="http://www.brandaidproject.com/">Brandaid </a> and <a href="http://www.fairwindstrading.com/">Fairwinds Trading</a> presented to Macy's in an effort to help build Haiti's economy after the devastating earthquake that shook the nation on January 12, 2010. Handcrafted by several hundred artisans in Haiti, the items are as colorful and as inspiring as the folks who make them.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBtgcn8WO8qZg5D1dJH1LT8Eara2MBUtF2HvniRsJpBkxm-N8zhsKT9tk3DCVtCiUxvfDw-bEX61wDqg26hlYPXD_MfXHbn5sgMV1otfyUnpTPXb8XEMOrpVoMUOlMLYL_EHsW-mceRCQ/s1600/artist.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 310px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBtgcn8WO8qZg5D1dJH1LT8Eara2MBUtF2HvniRsJpBkxm-N8zhsKT9tk3DCVtCiUxvfDw-bEX61wDqg26hlYPXD_MfXHbn5sgMV1otfyUnpTPXb8XEMOrpVoMUOlMLYL_EHsW-mceRCQ/s400/artist.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536111697085822306" /></a><br /><center>This artist works showcases a papier mache house he built, with precision, for the Macy's Heart of Haiti line</center><br />The line features items like picture frames, mirrors, decorative bowls, serving trays and vases made of materials unique to Haitian art like metal, papier mache and quilting. By selling the line at Macy's, Heart of Haiti creates opportunities for Haitian artisans to earn money with dignity and bring in life-changing income for themselves, their families, and their communities - helping to clothe families, repair damaged homes and improve education.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJjX58LNfS7OKnfzxa4-bS3XTqZhBMwmpOOoZIVGmb-VBJm-zNZWLAJqnG5LQlwHqy0H2DcQxZWl2bnSaAULLvkmOdx1SGoG5vSHJBovhqji8MTbj_B9FAxmJ471yW5HlVeHsnz9Q_MCo/s1600/products.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 168px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJjX58LNfS7OKnfzxa4-bS3XTqZhBMwmpOOoZIVGmb-VBJm-zNZWLAJqnG5LQlwHqy0H2DcQxZWl2bnSaAULLvkmOdx1SGoG5vSHJBovhqji8MTbj_B9FAxmJ471yW5HlVeHsnz9Q_MCo/s400/products.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536111986961431922" /></a><br /><center>A few pieces from the line including a <a href="http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=497053">Steel Picture Frame</a>, $25; <a href="http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=497058">Pot Holder and Oven Mitt</a>, $25; <a href="http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=497108">Serving Tray</a>, $35</center><br />Personally, I think these are the best possible holiday gifts one could buy for family, co-workers, teachers, and any other meaningful, influential and inspiring people in your life. And since most items are less than $100, you can provide your loved ones with special gifts at home and change lives in Haiti. And now with Hurricane Tomas beating down on Haiti, the least we can do to help them recover from these natural disasters is buy some beautiful housewares.<br /><br />If you'd like to support the Heart of Haiti line, join in the conversation on Twitter by following <a href="http://twitter.com/heartofhaiti">@HeartofHaiti</a> or liking the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/HeartofHaiti">Heart of Haiti Facebook page</a>. Shop the line <a href="http://bit.ly/heartofhaiti">online at Macy's</a> or in 25 stores across the country.<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Note: I have been working as a part of the EVERYWHERE team to create awareness about the Heart of Haiti line, but the thoughts and opinions expressed above are solely my own.</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-32277875950406659242010-11-02T13:43:00.000-07:002010-11-02T14:34:56.700-07:00Haute Mamas in Atlanta!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCukq5TV-21ZprQAf9ueowR9bkKNLcaxAi1McV0dwTSxzvQxutfe0WTsyxX56gcKgpD2WNiJj_IEHm3WXcMm7rWVB8UxiMEEoKFgzAL3dl5zKtiMiVF7pMaNpLWPvGDmZD2xK5BCy-9cs/s1600/ballerinaflats.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCukq5TV-21ZprQAf9ueowR9bkKNLcaxAi1McV0dwTSxzvQxutfe0WTsyxX56gcKgpD2WNiJj_IEHm3WXcMm7rWVB8UxiMEEoKFgzAL3dl5zKtiMiVF7pMaNpLWPvGDmZD2xK5BCy-9cs/s400/ballerinaflats.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5535069053598332722" /></a><br />You know me...I'm a sucker for a boutique bargain sale. The last one above Z Gallerie in Atlantic Station nearly made my head explode, I was so excited.<br /><br />If you're a Haute Mama living in the Atlanta area, you may want to check out another huge sale for your little ones coming up on November 13. Some of the chicest children's boutiques (<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hiram-GA/Sparkle-Bugs-Boutique/151892004970">Sparkle Bugs</a>, Monkey Moo's, Layla Luv and <a href="http://www.addyscloset.com/servlet/StoreFront">Addy's Closet</a> to name a few) will be offering their goodies for amazing prices, all yours with a $5 admission charge that will benefit the non-profit Atlanta charity <a href="http://www.desiretoinspire.org/">Girl Talk</a>, a student-to-student mentoring program that pairs high school girls with middle school-aged girls for peer-based support and self-esteem building.<br /><br />Giving <span style="font-style:italic;">and </span>getting? What could be better, you ask? How about if one of your favorite "big girl" boutiques in Atlanta, <a href="http://www.meringueclothing.com/">Meringue</a>, was there too with racks of hugely-discounted clothes (with brands like Corey Lynn Calter, Ella Moss and Lauren Moffat)for you to browse? Your dreams have come true, my friends.<br /><br />So head out to Atlantic Station, above Z Gallerie, on November 13 from 9AM to 6PM and let me know what you find! Call (404)876 1359 with any questions, and as always, ENJOY!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-17747878115182195532010-10-29T07:02:00.000-07:002010-11-03T13:51:47.915-07:00Naming Names: Stella & Dot<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOTHxER_kXNdeekIkb0-XA7h9a85s1TO18-GTAxoKFQcUaX8fxqYF3oeiHTJe7uSH1s63t6fb2hMKnSpZIwgYiIm2cE9AneAw8H7yxgEdnxX9SYsAT1NgP8kAWa4dcQur6VC7oCRv5AaI/s1600/logo.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 188px; height: 94px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOTHxER_kXNdeekIkb0-XA7h9a85s1TO18-GTAxoKFQcUaX8fxqYF3oeiHTJe7uSH1s63t6fb2hMKnSpZIwgYiIm2cE9AneAw8H7yxgEdnxX9SYsAT1NgP8kAWa4dcQur6VC7oCRv5AaI/s400/logo.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533470048399002370" /></a><br />Are you familiar with the names <a href="http://home.stelladot.com/">Stella & Dot</a>? I had heard a little about their jewelry line about a year ago, but I never gave it much thought. It seemed to me like a cheesy, tupperware party type of gimmick. I wasn't sure what type of "style" could be found in something that seemed, on the surface, generic and...old-ladyish.<br /><br />This was all until my friend Margaret became a Stella & Dot stylist. Marg is one of the cutest, most put together girls I know, so I had to come see the goods for myself when she and my friend Bethany hosted a trunk show earlier this week.<br /><br />I was amazed by all the goodies she had for us to play with and try on! These pieces ranged from the uber-preppy pearls and diamonds (not necessarily my thing) to the gloriously art deco and vintage (now we're talking).<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkwdgF7bhPGJJV8CyLgAo8R0SsBhuu0urJThScSWaFYwwF1FfSg9Yw4JlVJCrl3B9vFsPo9LKpC5YUPfACRCug54mirWY1qbDgHvVfnppKNrBGh5rHeUkuQPIBCwiNn4ZxQZdMrMOnmug/s1600/artdecobracelet.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 221px; height: 335px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkwdgF7bhPGJJV8CyLgAo8R0SsBhuu0urJThScSWaFYwwF1FfSg9Yw4JlVJCrl3B9vFsPo9LKpC5YUPfACRCug54mirWY1qbDgHvVfnppKNrBGh5rHeUkuQPIBCwiNn4ZxQZdMrMOnmug/s400/artdecobracelet.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533471674510649762" /></a><br /><center><a href="http://www.stelladot.com/corporate/productcatalog?page=productdetail&selectedLocale=en_US&sku=B815S">Heirloom Deco Bracelet, $89</a></center><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFjM6LAWVaT8z8NbnPOnwVR5Mlqj_BUEVaIsiDMRLoS0Jsn14pj6bbPZ1zdzya3YZGFCCXEyADb0w2uE8SY5uB6YXkMgR9VxstuW2Sj_kqSJ5GglxVxOWK72JLt6BnOMnbUtbZ563it_8/s1600/vintagelink.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 224px; height: 325px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFjM6LAWVaT8z8NbnPOnwVR5Mlqj_BUEVaIsiDMRLoS0Jsn14pj6bbPZ1zdzya3YZGFCCXEyADb0w2uE8SY5uB6YXkMgR9VxstuW2Sj_kqSJ5GglxVxOWK72JLt6BnOMnbUtbZ563it_8/s400/vintagelink.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533471788683138434" /></a><br /><center><a href="http://www.stelladot.com/corporate/productcatalog?page=productdetail&selectedLocale=en_US&sku=B110G">Stella Vintage Link Bracelet, $79</a></center><br />So, I'm partial to bracelets, as you can see. But there are more ooooh and ahhh worthy accessories here to showcase.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhveIo9xMLe9D5EqRRdpGIpYGjCTO1zmZiEGlSqn8HuPnxv7v1bjUHp5NPx1dGFUrxAdKk17qY7rvPEpInxQ0XLZf5v9DXLsQiktmAgVsa3lTOmxeorCTDfbIK6AQUgvXcugexUkXVBGlU/s1600/gardenparty.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 225px; height: 313px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhveIo9xMLe9D5EqRRdpGIpYGjCTO1zmZiEGlSqn8HuPnxv7v1bjUHp5NPx1dGFUrxAdKk17qY7rvPEpInxQ0XLZf5v9DXLsQiktmAgVsa3lTOmxeorCTDfbIK6AQUgvXcugexUkXVBGlU/s400/gardenparty.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533476923017549122" /></a><br /><center><a href="http://www.stelladot.com/corporate/productcatalog?page=productdetail&selectedLocale=en_US&sku=E1007TU">Garden Party Chandelier Earrings, $54</a></center><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ4JeC2Lv_YxZ67FJdR_WI38kAvSRC9vOPe-jzNuAzFRotqZn2r3o43gmnU3YRww6cSmmrySkbtXl1Ese8uLBkHZrWrp6hQkPW6MW3MFRD9CCD7luGe5cM4Op6kIZHQQEFp7aoO3jwYZ4/s1600/penelopenecklace.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 220px; height: 297px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ4JeC2Lv_YxZ67FJdR_WI38kAvSRC9vOPe-jzNuAzFRotqZn2r3o43gmnU3YRww6cSmmrySkbtXl1Ese8uLBkHZrWrp6hQkPW6MW3MFRD9CCD7luGe5cM4Op6kIZHQQEFp7aoO3jwYZ4/s400/penelopenecklace.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533479907883308850" /></a><br /><center><a href="http://www.stelladot.com/corporate/productcatalog?page=productdetail&selectedLocale=en_US&sku=N149">Penelope Necklace, $69</a></center><br />Of course, you know I couldn't walk away from Bethany's trunk show empty handed...so I treated myself to a sweet little 14K gold charm bracelet to add to my stack of bangles. Here's a janky photo of my new addition:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX9ApKuvMBLjfP7S9aOy-ppIHZUFTI789Z8NQ8NRQj9OckpbcjEgbBnWw1Sug8JVZEQpf-An2uKx-KZr6-ycdl37jX6Wa7kXuxs5JcVA1lmhZzxN2PnHRLgubEaFyGRiSL9XhYACBYRa0/s1600/charmbracelet.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX9ApKuvMBLjfP7S9aOy-ppIHZUFTI789Z8NQ8NRQj9OckpbcjEgbBnWw1Sug8JVZEQpf-An2uKx-KZr6-ycdl37jX6Wa7kXuxs5JcVA1lmhZzxN2PnHRLgubEaFyGRiSL9XhYACBYRa0/s400/charmbracelet.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533487409297545186" /></a><br />I'm looking forward to adding on to my charm bracelet with charms like these:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNCryBOJTFidyNaT-39LLnGpcDd6rOYzOjdjT1dxHXv1oxYmJlHKB4bZROSz2C7QFaM2lDnWGokHUMQmv8dgSXl0tFs027FrKsoEkdyayVaEPvZOMJWH88VDN2kmnj4Q0dejJRpW3owSM/s1600/initial+charms.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 223px; height: 271px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNCryBOJTFidyNaT-39LLnGpcDd6rOYzOjdjT1dxHXv1oxYmJlHKB4bZROSz2C7QFaM2lDnWGokHUMQmv8dgSXl0tFs027FrKsoEkdyayVaEPvZOMJWH88VDN2kmnj4Q0dejJRpW3owSM/s400/initial+charms.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533488653950424130" /></a><br /><center><a href="http://www.stelladot.com/corporate/productcatalog?page=productgroup&selectedLocale=en_US&productGroupId=1">Initial Charms, $34</a></center><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRsoIXhJpSme1Uv9pWgihv71OFJumkAY931Xf6QvqsZdtz997Fq1ggap33N6TG2hXEDYj1g2putJ8cyyBu-FQOtUJneRhKICqeuotPYEEFqU8RNuhjoWlxDUuDG_2xYQ5IIn7BQWdoR1k/s1600/whimsicalcharms.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 218px; height: 291px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRsoIXhJpSme1Uv9pWgihv71OFJumkAY931Xf6QvqsZdtz997Fq1ggap33N6TG2hXEDYj1g2putJ8cyyBu-FQOtUJneRhKICqeuotPYEEFqU8RNuhjoWlxDUuDG_2xYQ5IIn7BQWdoR1k/s400/whimsicalcharms.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533489144658910258" /></a><br /><center><a href="http://www.stelladot.com/corporate/productcatalog?page=productgroup&selectedLocale=en_US&productGroupId=44">Whimsical Charms, $39 (I especially love the feather charm!)</a></center><br />I can't wait to see what new styles Stella & Dot comes up with in the coming month. I guarantee my new charm bracelet won't be my only purchase from them! <br /><br />Have you ever bought anything from Stella & Dot? What are your favorite pieces? And if you like what you see here or on the Stella & Dot website, please don't hesitate to contact my girl Margaret Bracey...she's at mebracey@gmail.com and would be happy to order any beautiful baubles for you!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-68896240011809010612010-10-18T17:30:00.000-07:002010-10-19T08:18:12.302-07:00On Trend with the New Kensie.comI've always been a fan of Kensie...even when it was "KenZie", I enjoyed its girlish printed dresses and Victorian-inspired footwear. <br /><br />When the "Z" was replaced, so was the old "KenZie" aesthetic. Gone are the days of cutesy, bright dresses and innocent looking tunics. Say hello to Kensie's edgier fashions like faux-leather and metal chain embellishments. <br /><br />Just take a peak at some of the trends featured on their newly renovated website, <a href="http://www.kensie.com">Kensie.com</a>.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv83LElJcSzHH3xvRaMYhk9QunnovyF0XlfKtVevF4LOPtEytrbfn7uGtaY28f6Jwl6b1olSxfPlFG9D0M3yCNcEkdjpxpaLKXd7bJdj_g9F7pJI7CY52ZPjyln5UCGhK7uRFRhQ_nMW8/s1600/10.19KensieTrends.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 235px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv83LElJcSzHH3xvRaMYhk9QunnovyF0XlfKtVevF4LOPtEytrbfn7uGtaY28f6Jwl6b1olSxfPlFG9D0M3yCNcEkdjpxpaLKXd7bJdj_g9F7pJI7CY52ZPjyln5UCGhK7uRFRhQ_nMW8/s400/10.19KensieTrends.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529775867398544626" /></a><br /><center>Featured trends above: Tough Love, Military Chic and Animal Instincts</center><br />Most pieces from Kensie's fall collection don't weigh in over $100. Take a look at these individual pieces from the line. The possibilities for incorporating these styles into your current wardrobe are absolutely endless!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilNNNTT_pa0LyRFkwqdfbfnewjno7GknOQzmH7nUFEM5B6P9u8vuJsodyVZ8RG0XwvDA7rzsdCGMuVu09JJucfBvjCHbHjda5kugk0r3vQZlWHKOYHOi6b7RsfG1aFMjEHV8kEIdpml1Y/s1600/10.19KensieLooks.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 234px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilNNNTT_pa0LyRFkwqdfbfnewjno7GknOQzmH7nUFEM5B6P9u8vuJsodyVZ8RG0XwvDA7rzsdCGMuVu09JJucfBvjCHbHjda5kugk0r3vQZlWHKOYHOi6b7RsfG1aFMjEHV8kEIdpml1Y/s400/10.19KensieLooks.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529776243902376562" /></a><br /><center><a href="http://www.kensie.com/CHUBBY-FUR-CARDIGAN/PFMU5519,default,pd.html?navid=xsellPDPYMAL">Chubby Fur Cardigan</a>, $58; <a href="http://www.kensie.com/PRINTED-DRESS/PFMU9288,default,pd.html?dwvar_PFMU9288_color=096&start=6&cgid=shop-tough-love">Printed Dress</a>, $58; <a href="http://www.kensie.com/SPACE-DYE-CARDIGAN/PFMU5559,default,pd.html?dwvar_PFMU5559_color=357&start=5&cgid=shop-live-in-color">Space Dye Cardigan</a>, $88.</center><br />If you like what you see here, there's more where that came from. And a bonus for you, dear readers! Get $25 off your first purchase over $75 when you <a href="http://www.kensie.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-Kensie-Site/default/EmailSignup-Start">sign up for Kensie's newsletter.</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-39258562196263645472010-10-13T15:51:00.000-07:002010-10-14T07:36:06.713-07:00Easy, Breezy, BeautifulI'll admit it. I'm easy.<br /><br />No no, dummies. I don't mean THAT kind of easy (in fact, I'm coming up on my one year anniversary with my man, so take that, you skeptics!)<br /><br />I mean I love OUTFITS that are easy...synonymous with care-free, light, airy, simple, innately AWESOME. If I have to try too hard to get dressed...if I have to shimmy and shake to fit into a dress...jump up and down 100 times to squeeze into a pair of jeans...fight my way out of a tight tank...I'm over it.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZZyGJ3r71f7xsZWTJKRByINfUzdKfni_aFyrjiUz5WnGAsmPynzgflFXFEGYcOCy-aAI06eyk9vbm6tr1_DS5j_pFD0yWENfwZlsGKSfUglSXGV79dDWKJiELCbAMJO_M72v-IgoRy1s/s1600/10.14.10tunicdress.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 194px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZZyGJ3r71f7xsZWTJKRByINfUzdKfni_aFyrjiUz5WnGAsmPynzgflFXFEGYcOCy-aAI06eyk9vbm6tr1_DS5j_pFD0yWENfwZlsGKSfUglSXGV79dDWKJiELCbAMJO_M72v-IgoRy1s/s400/10.14.10tunicdress.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5527910105031645970" /></a><br /><center>Super-stylish <a href="http://www.chictopia.com/photo/show/345454-pretend+to+be+nice-green-topshop-dress-purple-primark-cardigan">Ilymlrs at Chictopia</a> shows us what it's all about with a simple tunic dress, accessorized by chunky rings and Gisele-like tresses.</center><br />I quickly wanted to share some dresses that would be perfect for the upcoming fall weather. Wear them on their own or pair a fun fur vest, a denim jacket, a menswear-inspired belt, a chunky necklace (a <a href="http://www.roarkenyc.com/">ROARKE</a> one if I could afford it) and your favorite flat ankle boots or knee high wedge boots. The possibilities are endless because after all, it's easy!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJKVaquF5Ldxf4H8WONU5a9KMwFKzuspBktsgG0eRIOUXa_-FwwLN3v_CmeYpp-9eUu12rcPPLVQftnXDKtHNc7ri8I3gexEkVflGqrtH9IeD9L8snTLPDjAh7QZFNuCIpRW-XRlVrclU/s1600/10.13.10freepeople.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 291px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJKVaquF5Ldxf4H8WONU5a9KMwFKzuspBktsgG0eRIOUXa_-FwwLN3v_CmeYpp-9eUu12rcPPLVQftnXDKtHNc7ri8I3gexEkVflGqrtH9IeD9L8snTLPDjAh7QZFNuCIpRW-XRlVrclU/s400/10.13.10freepeople.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5527902269954777810" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.freepeople.com/clothes-sweat-it-out/jills-day-dress/">Jill's Day Dress by Free People, $68</a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwoFEA_gcIH_xIn35VRVp4b_waKPnQHjUwdC97QT1G5cROivVqZg35GYlVdLQwriXbkK4MXDNRXnfCXmv3vt59jWQzzxgQMD2zP1xor4_bsnS_5QpBkJNE-8ikERVtbgI1xp0VsjkBRAo/s1600/10.13.10savannahrae.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 252px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwoFEA_gcIH_xIn35VRVp4b_waKPnQHjUwdC97QT1G5cROivVqZg35GYlVdLQwriXbkK4MXDNRXnfCXmv3vt59jWQzzxgQMD2zP1xor4_bsnS_5QpBkJNE-8ikERVtbgI1xp0VsjkBRAo/s400/10.13.10savannahrae.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5527902370810019874" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/photo.php?fbid=142015602502125&set=a.142014549168897.12461.141808792522806">A-line Crew Neck Dress by Savannah Rae, available at <a href="http://www.fabrikstyle.com">fab'rik</a> starting October 22</a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAlJIBBpPMKXwvors1pdRNSOww8H29YvkQbethCvAXjuYQPU3E-jKHVB3lZN-IRvFslbnJSuqK8TjU6DO8FpDvnT-6t4vWdQ0KaZM-8cTbq_1_rt81zRDNO17lNQVBOPHL7j92Zjx11J4/s1600/10.13.10forever21.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 271px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAlJIBBpPMKXwvors1pdRNSOww8H29YvkQbethCvAXjuYQPU3E-jKHVB3lZN-IRvFslbnJSuqK8TjU6DO8FpDvnT-6t4vWdQ0KaZM-8cTbq_1_rt81zRDNO17lNQVBOPHL7j92Zjx11J4/s400/10.13.10forever21.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5527902506210915874" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=whatsnew_app_dresses&product_id=2077342992&Page=1">Forever 21 Life in Progress Denim Dress, $24.80</a><br />If you like what you see by Savannah Rae and live in Atlanta, be sure to come out to fab'rik Midtown at 7:00pm on October 22 for the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=131055260277752">Savannah Rae Launch Party</a>. Meet with the designer, Amanda Wheeler, and see her fall collection up close and personal!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-52449241015850322892010-10-11T08:29:00.001-07:002010-10-11T08:49:58.498-07:00Happy Birthday to Me!In honor of my 25th birthday, I wanted to treat myself to the perfect sweater. I'd been eying this Fair Isle-style cardigan by <a href="http://www.kensie.com/">Kensie</a> on a certain website that had it priced at $78. "Totally 100andSouth and such a steal," I thought. I was prepared to buy it, no questions asked.<br /><br />Though I can easily get inundated with emails from discount shopping sites like <a href="http://www.ruelala.com">Rue La La</a>, <a href="http://www.gilt.com">Gilt</a> and <a href="http://www.hautelook.com">HauteLook </a>and sometimes delete them to a) tame the shopping beast in me and b) clear out my inbox, I happened to open a day old email from <a href="http://www.beyondtherack.com">Beyond the Rack</a> - another (and sometimes more unpredictable, less edited) discount shopping website.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn3q4tmzeYyvjCqFcqZUjWlC_ukJwwfSDuoxZRDifCHoMAFjHeqW-hXwspxvYvssYntoX-AT-s0RxA_bbDSYUtCKhF5NeskC9IzPbCoUc-6UWgpAwbZ3aAFAlxQNWmUQD-_9-5VDq_G5A/s1600/10.11.10.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 222px; height: 357px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn3q4tmzeYyvjCqFcqZUjWlC_ukJwwfSDuoxZRDifCHoMAFjHeqW-hXwspxvYvssYntoX-AT-s0RxA_bbDSYUtCKhF5NeskC9IzPbCoUc-6UWgpAwbZ3aAFAlxQNWmUQD-_9-5VDq_G5A/s400/10.11.10.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5526814989622918658" /></a><br />And there she was. For $29.<br /><br />My comfy, cozy, ideal fall sweater. Perfect for snuggling up and drinking hot chocolate/reading non-fiction/painting my toe nails beside my non-existant fireplace. I can smell the wood burning already!<br /><br />My Fair (Isle) Lady will match just perfectly with the greatest birthday present of all time, my new Chloe Paddington bag! I'm so blessed!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFn23pkwq3OANbW1GbW7gqVUQ356kpwebkWdvE5xKlmyWLcpzJFCTDR0Oqg1Z_7-vl9CBVm-7R2apxYFkw_cqwFxtpRUGKHp9Jm9twXz3DFzSn_aKxw0ERnK26FD4-1vO57cQqot3r8l4/s1600/Paddy.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFn23pkwq3OANbW1GbW7gqVUQ356kpwebkWdvE5xKlmyWLcpzJFCTDR0Oqg1Z_7-vl9CBVm-7R2apxYFkw_cqwFxtpRUGKHp9Jm9twXz3DFzSn_aKxw0ERnK26FD4-1vO57cQqot3r8l4/s400/Paddy.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5526815137049372146" /></a><br /><br />*PERK! Visit Kensie's blog for a chance to win items from their current fall collection with their "Watch Me Change" giveaway, ending 10/14!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-65708578119820879882010-10-06T13:56:00.000-07:002010-10-06T14:41:15.073-07:00A New Fan of AnnI have to admit, I've never been a big fan of <a href="http://www.anntaylor.com">Ann Taylor</a>...perhaps its because I've always equated the store with starchy button downs, boring pencil skirts and plain ol' slingback pumps. Their look, in my mind, seemed to be that of a girl trying <span style="font-style:italic;">too </span>hard to look <span style="font-style:italic;">too </span>old.<br /><br />But lately, Ann Taylor and her cool, hip lil' sidekick <a href="http://www.anntaylorloft.com/">LOFT</a> have been blowing my mind. I can now call myself a "Fan of Ann."<br /><br />Just check out these tops, all of which are on my birthday wish list; all of which are perfect for work and play! I'd love to wear any of these with some high-waisted black pants for the office and skinny jeans with slinky over the knee boots and an oversize blazer for play!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzRlq8k25pIE2M01mU6tSOQrMFdpnQT9H5is_kByQFhNM8MvlPotCPZIM6vsmQlXsDYLnUQDQwpD0OVLEGPmWPUx79EjASS6R7mag2fzPQZ_NaIOYIHxTWqMjaRgAGLHJiHpi1Lqj7414/s1600/10.6.10AnnTaylor.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 178px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzRlq8k25pIE2M01mU6tSOQrMFdpnQT9H5is_kByQFhNM8MvlPotCPZIM6vsmQlXsDYLnUQDQwpD0OVLEGPmWPUx79EjASS6R7mag2fzPQZ_NaIOYIHxTWqMjaRgAGLHJiHpi1Lqj7414/s400/10.6.10AnnTaylor.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525046147828396850" /></a><br />From L to R: <a href="http://www.anntaylor.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=27420&N=1200005&pCategoryId=3939&categoryId=183&Ns=CATEGORY_SEQ_183&loc=TN&defaultColor=Asphalt&defaultSizeType=Regular">Silk Blouse With Rolled Sleeves, $88</a>, <a href="http://www.anntaylor.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=26589&N=1200005&pCategoryId=3939&categoryId=183&Ns=CATEGORY_SEQ_183&Nty=1&No=28&loc=TN&defaultColor=Navy&defaultSizeType=Regular%23">Animal Print Silk Crepe Shirt with Back Zipper, $29.99 on sale</a>, <a href="http://www.anntaylor.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=27009&N=1200005&pCategoryId=3939&categoryId=183&Ns=CATEGORY_SEQ_183&loc=TN&gridSize=sm&showAll=true&defaultColor=Smokey%20Mauve&defaultSizeType=Regular">Oyster Sateen Twist Neck Shirt, $78</a><br /><br />In need of accessories to blend with these blouses? Look no further than LOFT's jewelry collection benefiting <a href="Http://www.bcrfcure.org/">The Breast Cancer Research Foundation</a>. I came across some of these designs on <a href="http://www.lastylistmom.com/">L.A. Stylist's Mom</a>'s incredible blog and just had to share with you all after I saw the prices and the names of the guest designers! See for yourself! <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRUcnsW4ELa4U9HEYTTkgNCbi-tiJ7Gssbkg8Pd38lg71ZyC3Bq4u4i8RwH6PQU_HuQr-ds33vGC-_yvqLxZdrVwEYq9-XeXkFHQh4Ut21bQkQUtOjPdM4LSsYDCRX7uZFa008X7ks13U/s1600/10.6.10Me&RoLOFT.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 331px; height: 291px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRUcnsW4ELa4U9HEYTTkgNCbi-tiJ7Gssbkg8Pd38lg71ZyC3Bq4u4i8RwH6PQU_HuQr-ds33vGC-_yvqLxZdrVwEYq9-XeXkFHQh4Ut21bQkQUtOjPdM4LSsYDCRX7uZFa008X7ks13U/s400/10.6.10Me&RoLOFT.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525048421543706002" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.anntaylorloft.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=28984&N=1200121&pCategoryId=3361&categoryId=3840&Ns=CATEGORY_SEQ_3840&loc=bcrflp_jewelry&defaultColor=Gold&defaultSizeType=Regular">Me & Ro for LOFT Breast Cancer Awareness Bracelet</a> - $34.50 (take 25% off with code SAVE25 at checkout)<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdMzvZ7oLroAOzaHV4fOhZaoObNpFBvbhXcH-Kqrvf44tXbIkdxK5wNy7fPPuctLA2kEl6By_LJfvq2GDfmfRK6TDmPE_B-z_QOtRGXk_Dz1rxxnoczX66ZCozWupnkQ5-vofJ5g_mgg0/s1600/10.6.10LOFTkaraross.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 340px; height: 305px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdMzvZ7oLroAOzaHV4fOhZaoObNpFBvbhXcH-Kqrvf44tXbIkdxK5wNy7fPPuctLA2kEl6By_LJfvq2GDfmfRK6TDmPE_B-z_QOtRGXk_Dz1rxxnoczX66ZCozWupnkQ5-vofJ5g_mgg0/s400/10.6.10LOFTkaraross.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525049340441666770" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.anntaylorloft.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=29759&N=1200121&pCategoryId=3361&categoryId=3840&Ns=CATEGORY_SEQ_3840&loc=bcrflp_jewelry&defaultColor=Gold&defaultSizeType=Regular"><br />Kara Ross for LOFT Breast Cancer Awareness Bracelet</a> - $39.50 (take 25% off with code SAVE25 at checkout)<br /><br />Needless to say, I'm pretty impressed with the reinvention of Ann Taylor and LOFT and will definitely be shopping there more often. <br /><br />Is there a brand you think has re-invented itself for the better? I'd love to hear your thoughts!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-52160307290276155092010-10-04T11:13:00.000-07:002010-10-04T14:45:53.367-07:00Shop for a Cause at Macy's on 10/16!Hey gang! So I had one of THE most productive consignment shopping weekends ever this past weekend at <a href="http://www.labelsresaleboutique.shoprw.com/">Labels</a>. Can't wait to give you the full report of all my treasures (5 in all, totaling...you guessed it...less than $100!)<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxTpbdl3roDcPmxMWQegqQtcF7jco4vdQbt5FkuZpR9cEcVBN0oopGbZNKVJKNDeDHxYyaKMELS8w7o1LPJPEbiool389DpyrEI6oNEoIre9Oa2xM6Zsen32lj9KN-TJx-7hg7vXBsm7E/s1600/shop4acuase.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 220px; height: 351px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxTpbdl3roDcPmxMWQegqQtcF7jco4vdQbt5FkuZpR9cEcVBN0oopGbZNKVJKNDeDHxYyaKMELS8w7o1LPJPEbiool389DpyrEI6oNEoIre9Oa2xM6Zsen32lj9KN-TJx-7hg7vXBsm7E/s400/shop4acuase.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524262944790604226" /></a><br />But first, I get to share my love of fashion AND saving money with you dear readers and extend the invitation to YOU to go shopping on October 16 at <a href="http://www.macys.com">Macy's</a> (in-store and online). <br /><br />You see, Macy's created this day to for all of us to <a href="http://pitch.pe/91753">Shop for a Cause</a>. Basically, show up at Macy's (or shop online) and spend $5 on a shopping pass which grants you a whopping 20 percent off anything you purchase that day (with 10% off any sale or clearance purchases). Additionally, you can use the shopping pass for 25% off one regular, sale or clearance item in men's, women's or kids apparel or accessories. The best part? The $5 goes straight to your local charities! So you can <span style="font-style:italic;">give </span>back to your community by <span style="font-style:italic;">getting </span>new stuff!<br /><br />I've already picked out my fave 100andSouth items (a great fall outfit when combined, I might add) for the taking!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKHlzvTtxcpHRkCAdTVLZCOXf7oX8p8Z8V0VxwUOeqfNTvr8zR1TM0YqCboixQ_MqATsjOahxRMSxBrFFZ-wkrg_ciKsCsFq0ToVV5Bcc2ayuAo1TdbKRyrJqXMmjMO7_GY9f5J9z_lWg/s1600/10.4.10Macys.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 192px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKHlzvTtxcpHRkCAdTVLZCOXf7oX8p8Z8V0VxwUOeqfNTvr8zR1TM0YqCboixQ_MqATsjOahxRMSxBrFFZ-wkrg_ciKsCsFq0ToVV5Bcc2ayuAo1TdbKRyrJqXMmjMO7_GY9f5J9z_lWg/s400/10.4.10Macys.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524268086467656898" /></a><br />(L to R: <a href="http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=490725&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results">INC International Concepts Skinny Cargo Pants: $69</a>, <a href="http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=482098&CategoryID=17237">Steve Madden Slingback Suede Carnee Clogs, $67.72</a>; <a href="http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=497110&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results">Free People Barely Brushed Sweater, $98</a>)<br /><br />Find out more about this awesome event by clicking <a href="http://pitch.pe/91753">here</a>!<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Disclosure: I work with <a href="http://www.beeverywhere.tv">Everywhere </a>and am helping in blogger outreach for this event,but the thoughts and opinions expressed above are solely mine!</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-10466412971211710992010-09-30T07:18:00.000-07:002010-09-30T07:35:16.427-07:00SERPAS Serves Up Fashion<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGRJKeFxcHt2vMfxdEuDQsi3KDHtaOsDOMT0ryor7dHNUJykF5Wb658G9ViTcnhazb7ubVt63BmtKk3HIMGDIuBhGZLdNNLoOZ6vyFtFLQ7wNCwz9UBcUt1OuwRmMxmJBXB62er-AUr6o/s1600/Serpas.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 185px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGRJKeFxcHt2vMfxdEuDQsi3KDHtaOsDOMT0ryor7dHNUJykF5Wb658G9ViTcnhazb7ubVt63BmtKk3HIMGDIuBhGZLdNNLoOZ6vyFtFLQ7wNCwz9UBcUt1OuwRmMxmJBXB62er-AUr6o/s400/Serpas.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522712987371915954" /></a><br />Please join <a href="http://www.serpasrestaurant.com/ ">Serpas</a> True Food for a brunch benefiting the <a href="http://www.komen.org">Susan G. Komen</a> for the Cure foundation. For $45, you are treated to four delicious courses of food, champagne cocktails and a peak at all of the latest fashion trends from <a href="http://www.virginiahighland.com/attr_reta.html">Mitzi & Romano</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Atlanta-GA/Lila-Boutique/81678091485">Lila</a>, <a href="http://www.dreajames.vpweb.com/">Drea James Design</a>, <a href="http://www.vxch.com/ ">Vitesse eXchange</a> and <a href="http://www.princessandbutch.com/">Princess and Butch</a>. There will also be a trunk show from <a href="http://www.ellegdesigns.com/ ">elle g</a>.<br /><br />A portion of the $45 fee will go to breast cancer research, so it's an event not to be missed! If you're interested in attending, call 404.888.9348 for reservations. I'm not sure I'll be able to make it as this event falls on my birthday, but I'd love to be there!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-57748254321623334362010-09-29T09:15:00.000-07:002010-09-29T09:23:15.258-07:00Primary PatternsWhile shopping in my old college stomping grounds in Chapel Hill this past weekend, I came across a refreshing new consignment shop, <a href="http://shopatlimelight.com/">Limelight</a>, on Franklin Street (where Modern Times used to be). Admittedly, I was a little sad to see Modern Times go. My sister and I purchased multiple sentimental items here when we were younger...most importantly, my sissy's <a href="http://www.suewong.com/public/index.htm">Sue Wong</a> white gown that she wore for her high school graduation (not to mention countless shimmery <a href="http://www.michaelstars.com/">Michael Stars</a> tops, which were all the raise back in the early 2000s!<br /><br />But I was ecstatic to see some top notch brands in the form of gently used clothing at this new spot. There was an aqua Gucci clutch, a favorite of my sister-in-law's. I found a perfectly preserved Chloe Paddington bag for an unbelievable price too! (Not 100andSouth but low enough that I felt okay asking my parents for it for my birthday - fingers crossed!)<br /><br />I wanted to scoop up several items in the store but only left with one...a perfectly patterned geometric shift dress by <a href="http://www.bananarepublic.com">Banana Republic</a>. Long sleeved but lightweight, this frock is fitting for fall temps!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjAYbimpbp3GwzaJMaSQSYS_Obr5vhlDLIhwvQA6IrlQ43cEyhIHfd7doRfrazCV9wBExdqngLWn7Vz31zgZACIXHtlK-p6eie9NjtCn3Ldb_gQVU_-ilNjMLFotmu2ugl1ZWF31_HB_Q/s1600/9.29.10.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjAYbimpbp3GwzaJMaSQSYS_Obr5vhlDLIhwvQA6IrlQ43cEyhIHfd7doRfrazCV9wBExdqngLWn7Vz31zgZACIXHtlK-p6eie9NjtCn3Ldb_gQVU_-ilNjMLFotmu2ugl1ZWF31_HB_Q/s400/9.29.10.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522371570396906498" /></a><br />I've paired it with my <a href="http://www.tulle4us.com">Tulle </a>sergeant trench, a vintage red belt and some eggplant <a href="http://www.marcjacobs.com">Marc by Marc Jacobs</a> flats for the office. Hi-ho, it's off to work I go!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-23545475679045686152010-09-28T11:06:00.000-07:002010-09-28T11:10:12.626-07:00Out on the Town: Sage Clothing Runway Show<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfRSy_Fh9WtuA_lALZVVnZO5px-7u3GqUUsZMRmmBTQPhB60yVsDMuERelZRGQOX2VLAvkq3JzrYkCklRHZSMowzrCYFfdXre9DIvhFteTudP98FPp2u6L_ruNCgmfpUUulP6ZqldExIU/s1600/9-28-2010.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 276px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfRSy_Fh9WtuA_lALZVVnZO5px-7u3GqUUsZMRmmBTQPhB60yVsDMuERelZRGQOX2VLAvkq3JzrYkCklRHZSMowzrCYFfdXre9DIvhFteTudP98FPp2u6L_ruNCgmfpUUulP6ZqldExIU/s400/9-28-2010.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522028093517548818" /></a><br />I am so looking forward to this Thursday night! One of Atlanta's best and most affordably-priced boutiques, <a href="http://www.sageclothing.com/">Sage Clothing</a>, is having a runway show at their Buckhead location. Starting at 6PM, this event is sure to feature some of my favorite 100 and South designers like MM Couture, Blank Denim and Tulle. Can't wait to come back and let you all know about my experience! Stay tuned!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-31947026391561017842010-09-23T07:18:00.000-07:002010-09-23T13:00:16.788-07:00Steppin' OutEvery once in a while, I have to step out of my 100andSouth "comfort zone" and totally immerse myself in the world of lavish, luxurious fashion. For me, it's like getting a massage or a facial - I can't do it all the time, but when I can, it's heavenly and it's WORTH IT!<br /><br />Lucky for me, I have an adorable, kind, sweet and amazingly-chic sister-in-law, Ashley, who owns an equally incredible boutique <a href="http://www.vermillionstyle.com">Vermillion </a>at North Hills in Raleigh, NC.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4MDJE2SH1YUbjkoNGna6GKFyh8uGa2yZ43UG9EnLlYIOMvf7_D7T1tzR5VDJ4R8WcfCm5zCfzQKY2AVBdLTAkUACR9paI9GqK2luThPfAFO-RIKQ_k-oIeUGghqCbjsag6lkbw6gQuZo/s1600/DSC01736.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4MDJE2SH1YUbjkoNGna6GKFyh8uGa2yZ43UG9EnLlYIOMvf7_D7T1tzR5VDJ4R8WcfCm5zCfzQKY2AVBdLTAkUACR9paI9GqK2luThPfAFO-RIKQ_k-oIeUGghqCbjsag6lkbw6gQuZo/s400/DSC01736.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520113494344682562" /></a><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">That's Ashley, on the right, with Vermillion associate and stylist Julia Kerr!</span><br />Last Thursday, Ashley and her Vermillion team showcased their latest fall fashions for customers. Transforming the floor of the store into a runway, gorgeous models presented even more gorgeous ensembles for customers, like me, to drool over...<br /><br />Since we're all fans of fashion here - no matter the price tag - I wanted to feature some of my favorite pieces from Ashley's presentation. I'd love to hear your thoughts on what you enjoyed!<br /><br />This <a href="http://www.31philliplim.com/">3.1 Phillip Lim</a> suit paired with an <a href="http://www.akanewyork.com">AKA New York</a> blouse (coming in just over $100, I might add) would be the perfect addition to my work wardrobe:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-LBqtZ3q0TOzKYu1Ajsj5WQnTLeL46X6QiZ_qEFO-mJGoTyHP3q4xYMyYkgJcOEViFw7mNfrEuiNwrZh3PBiHHVqiiho1qEUgGaWSS6zee2tTKreWeuWehDd-qZ83j1ePevkufwqQsMc/s1600/DSC01724.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-LBqtZ3q0TOzKYu1Ajsj5WQnTLeL46X6QiZ_qEFO-mJGoTyHP3q4xYMyYkgJcOEViFw7mNfrEuiNwrZh3PBiHHVqiiho1qEUgGaWSS6zee2tTKreWeuWehDd-qZ83j1ePevkufwqQsMc/s400/DSC01724.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520114295520459362" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.alexanderwang.com">Alexander Wang</a>, the king of comfy cocktail, shows us how to decorate the neckline with a dramatic sash. And that necklace by <a href="http://www.subversivejewelry.com/">Subversiv</a>e? Such a conversation piece!:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9cNt-M0mje_Le7caW0xMjxJkzxAEKF95gIXg2eQiiiNbX7vq-Z7xt0KAMRdw61VLOtFQdlQsKHkS3eMQfQe95GlqUoVBKXQbFnOLZLYAAz1V1wSDskljVpw69t8MxuxkgsEjDGhrcMsE/s1600/DSC01753.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9cNt-M0mje_Le7caW0xMjxJkzxAEKF95gIXg2eQiiiNbX7vq-Z7xt0KAMRdw61VLOtFQdlQsKHkS3eMQfQe95GlqUoVBKXQbFnOLZLYAAz1V1wSDskljVpw69t8MxuxkgsEjDGhrcMsE/s400/DSC01753.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520114896716664194" /></a><br />Another updated "suit" for the workplace by <a href="http://www.loefflerrandall.com">Loeffler Randall</a>. The back of this jacket had a sassy ruffle:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirY8NOxaubNiUbAHKztrCunqpmppF388DKYzjJWZEJvTnXjK91nM89arHi75kSok7wL60Ol3hW45QGs9G62-q9VDu_aBKa4-P0dFN4qzooCKt36GfWKYLjhhWZhBfrmcZNHDwquZ8KGWE/s1600/DSC01732.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirY8NOxaubNiUbAHKztrCunqpmppF388DKYzjJWZEJvTnXjK91nM89arHi75kSok7wL60Ol3hW45QGs9G62-q9VDu_aBKa4-P0dFN4qzooCKt36GfWKYLjhhWZhBfrmcZNHDwquZ8KGWE/s400/DSC01732.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520187074397620994" /></a><br />I just love how extremely wearable <a href="http://www.toryburch.com">Tory Burch</a>'s pieces are. Her printed blouse pairs perfectly under this leather vest, but I could also see it beneath a cute grey jumper dress for a more grown-up look!:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVaUyiqGrljDT1DJh3YIC0FOaaQzHbMtzWY46iGEtIq5kwo6u8LW8P2HHXvEuzorclmPvYtPXog2E6sCi7R7l3fvZfeiNX6dObQnFg7NIBSoHrBI0A-9UEu-awCy53j2hIP1kdGhoKk5s/s1600/DSC01749.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVaUyiqGrljDT1DJh3YIC0FOaaQzHbMtzWY46iGEtIq5kwo6u8LW8P2HHXvEuzorclmPvYtPXog2E6sCi7R7l3fvZfeiNX6dObQnFg7NIBSoHrBI0A-9UEu-awCy53j2hIP1kdGhoKk5s/s400/DSC01749.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520115693912665282" /></a><br />One of my favorite pieces of the day was this long sleeved white <a href="http://www.dereklam.com">Derek Lam</a> dress paired with a <a href="http://www.gabriele-frantzen.com">Gabrielle Frantzen</a> necklace and <a href="http://www.anyahindmarch.com">Anya Hindmarch</a> coat. Wouldn't it be the most gorgeous wedding dress for a fall or winter low-key wedding?:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir7PK59y_ZNB_rQiAIODGyFFmGkmVyEoOzqbcohi7EZOA172w4CBmzXJirO1RXo6hYdxaW76Jnwlg0LYcxtSgT6ccpo4d9AudxKnqkoxYw6RFMzVvAc2U5KK0iLFpTmxcVfr-hAjDJGmA/s1600/DSC01728.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir7PK59y_ZNB_rQiAIODGyFFmGkmVyEoOzqbcohi7EZOA172w4CBmzXJirO1RXo6hYdxaW76Jnwlg0LYcxtSgT6ccpo4d9AudxKnqkoxYw6RFMzVvAc2U5KK0iLFpTmxcVfr-hAjDJGmA/s400/DSC01728.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520116136239973602" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.meganpark.co.uk/">Megan Park</a>'s designs continue to wow me - she can combine glitz and glamour with the bohemian nod that I desire. And how versatile are those <a href="http://www.loefflerrandall.com">Loeffler Randall</a> pumps?!:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6Pm38pGhm58goBxMK91wu74EMB9In8vT9rqGG-26KNc0f0Y7fuCd_CTEK98ERfHbvOfvMzMvh0oHR3L0X8lOMa2DX4SQQ0Jm5iSYa2lbOJoMMq1FZEr93ekaTnD_dBlMY1L6wRstomNA/s1600/DSC01744.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6Pm38pGhm58goBxMK91wu74EMB9In8vT9rqGG-26KNc0f0Y7fuCd_CTEK98ERfHbvOfvMzMvh0oHR3L0X8lOMa2DX4SQQ0Jm5iSYa2lbOJoMMq1FZEr93ekaTnD_dBlMY1L6wRstomNA/s400/DSC01744.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520116614572224690" /></a><br />Here's another one of Megan Park's designs. The jeweled wrap has pockets - how functional and fabulous!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiVYeGMGQot2zUa2J26cS5mVSkNAEKXzltDlD2OC7oNjCdFz7bKZjmpunx6Ppraxd4phREraITbBbJvOW5PUszesCYt-WSVJcleWjMDS3aD-aVIAV6P55d_5C_6TvVxL9i9xqiFmO_Yc4/s1600/DSC01752.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiVYeGMGQot2zUa2J26cS5mVSkNAEKXzltDlD2OC7oNjCdFz7bKZjmpunx6Ppraxd4phREraITbBbJvOW5PUszesCYt-WSVJcleWjMDS3aD-aVIAV6P55d_5C_6TvVxL9i9xqiFmO_Yc4/s400/DSC01752.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520122923853547554" /></a><br />In my opinion, this <a href="http://www.matthewwilliamson.com">Matthew Williamson</a> coat was the show-stopper, paired with over-the-knee Loeffler Randall boots. Everyone gasped when this look came around the corner!:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHjsvlcDkimvUUGjMkdFQTJCefR-IHPyClzh7vqN520Z_4W32qakQxZyFW7jfeGUhfMSOI3E6_xgRfeOmDdAt7eLmZ5PI_iQiH1TRRpxZhCanH4GPPQEnehmOKNw8_gk9sFDgP2_hX2fA/s1600/DSC01734.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHjsvlcDkimvUUGjMkdFQTJCefR-IHPyClzh7vqN520Z_4W32qakQxZyFW7jfeGUhfMSOI3E6_xgRfeOmDdAt7eLmZ5PI_iQiH1TRRpxZhCanH4GPPQEnehmOKNw8_gk9sFDgP2_hX2fA/s400/DSC01734.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520187360923707170" /></a><br />Of course, following the fashion show, my sister and I had to play a little dress up. I fell in love with a white <a href="http://www.tuckerbygabybasora.com">Tucker </a>blouse (yes, same company from my previous post!) and these silk, army green <a href="http://www.loefflerrandall.com">Loeffler Randall</a> pants! Doesn't Linds look like a movie star in that AKA top with 3.1 Phillip Lim leather shorts and <a href="http://www.loefflerrandall.com">Loeffler Randall</a> booties?<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGvc_h9RwCWt5QYYxjxkdLLBtwC86TYGQw6CdsbYbApOxl_j_8il4IgzRQ7lzpvVNit6eEn_66aWa9DF3bHo3Us58m4F4CMftWlxt8JX3l_Dbv5dFPJdKMELfpGUplTTr0d_T3qWpLun4/s1600/DSC01741.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 266px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGvc_h9RwCWt5QYYxjxkdLLBtwC86TYGQw6CdsbYbApOxl_j_8il4IgzRQ7lzpvVNit6eEn_66aWa9DF3bHo3Us58m4F4CMftWlxt8JX3l_Dbv5dFPJdKMELfpGUplTTr0d_T3qWpLun4/s400/DSC01741.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520117168482957586" /></a><br />The family fashions continue - check out my sister-in-law Fleming in her <a href="http://www.lelarose.com">Lela Rose</a> tunic and Lela Rose necklace. The necklace was right up my Mom's alley too.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZS9NH5zzeeE9CClHepQmrk96vBVGB7EEilifjuE7QMxaytlduXbclQUt1XbQxmbagUv9qMzohvU7v5Vvoh9HT8Xd5Z3kxK9asrGAQJQytPbL7cGJUn3qiNQpzn937hhFT_n4lX7gm_2o/s1600/DSC01761.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZS9NH5zzeeE9CClHepQmrk96vBVGB7EEilifjuE7QMxaytlduXbclQUt1XbQxmbagUv9qMzohvU7v5Vvoh9HT8Xd5Z3kxK9asrGAQJQytPbL7cGJUn3qiNQpzn937hhFT_n4lX7gm_2o/s400/DSC01761.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520117460755096130" /></a><br />Vermillion has become an extremely important piece of my family history...I even found my wedding dress there during a Lela Rose trunk show. Thank you Ashley for always including me and bringing amazing fashion to North Carolina!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEHXI_Um4geDN521KGMbso1nX_unork1uZe_7Wwsh7gFj65__oeDVyrdrZzy9TI5cOJQxrtXAzJBBqwz5D8RU_Mfcu0Dd0JKLZ_Jhooj5-kpKxob1LoOUbAswkvO2zIKtqX5M2IaF1lko/s1600/DSC01739.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEHXI_Um4geDN521KGMbso1nX_unork1uZe_7Wwsh7gFj65__oeDVyrdrZzy9TI5cOJQxrtXAzJBBqwz5D8RU_Mfcu0Dd0JKLZ_Jhooj5-kpKxob1LoOUbAswkvO2zIKtqX5M2IaF1lko/s400/DSC01739.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520165296690121074" /></a><br />Check out the <a href="http://s774.photobucket.com/albums/yy25/Vermillion_Raleigh/Vermillion%20Fashion%20Show/">Photobucket </a>album for full coverage of each look sent down the runway! See something you like? Call Vermillion at 919.787.9780 or visit their <a href="http://www.vermillionstyle.com">website</a> for more details.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-57976400332865427382010-09-21T05:37:00.000-07:002010-09-21T06:51:25.642-07:00Run, Don't Walk! Tucker for Target<a href="http://www.target.com">Target</a>'s collaboration with designers perks my interest with each new addition. Remember those first <a href="http://iamfashion.blogspot.com/2006/02/luella-bartley-for-target.html">Luella Bartley</a> designs with jade green accents and bright red cherry prints? Or how about the recent designs of <a href="http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/threadny/THREAD-First-Look-Zac-Posen-for-Target-81711177.html">Zac Posen</a>...even celebs and socialites on <a href="http://www.newyorksocialdiary.com">New York Social Diary</a> were proudly sporting his designs for Target at the finest of soirees.<br /><br />But perhaps my most favorite collection ever came in the form of <a href="http://www.target.com/Tucker-Designers-Shopping-Directory/b?ie=UTF8&node=16275561">Tucker for Target</a>, landing in stores across the country on Sept. 12. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmoJpBs2cf6V5BcE87DQgn-sSitKJALjxAdHskOKk3wxY4N-fmXn5qYSyKP05vMrz_qPArtkP0S3TGqPhXZEVACTgGsCL7hRSMAKHBsY-83GIQIFCZumBBKMp7TBPwAyO7WCTYfxXuWPg/s1600/9-21-2010.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 236px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmoJpBs2cf6V5BcE87DQgn-sSitKJALjxAdHskOKk3wxY4N-fmXn5qYSyKP05vMrz_qPArtkP0S3TGqPhXZEVACTgGsCL7hRSMAKHBsY-83GIQIFCZumBBKMp7TBPwAyO7WCTYfxXuWPg/s400/9-21-2010.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519347888053893810" /></a><br />The line is precisely what you'd expect to see out of Tucker in upscale boutiques nationwide. Billowy tops, lightweight dresses with bold, colorful patterns - the perfect compliment to any outfit (in my eyes, particularly suitable for the work place!) Yet the material doesn't feel <span style="font-style:italic;">quite </span>as expensive and the price tag is much easier to swallow.<br /><br />I hit Target 2 Sundays ago to be first in line to snag my piece of the Tucker pie. I first tried to take a bite when Gilt previewed the line, about 2 weeks before the Target launch. I missed my chance due to a Gilt iPhone app malfunction (grrrrr!), but my friend Meredith got lucky and bought the cutest butterfly print camisole dress. It was love at first sight when she came to visit me in Atlanta and sported the piece on our Sunday outings.<br /><br />After trying on several Tucker for Target items - a gold tweed skirt, a long sleeve maroon and orange print dress, and a bell-sleeved, hooded jacket - I settled on the cutest prairie-flower print dress you ever did see.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIvE0MP82HTlprkMjgwgdf15bv4nLRlh2MgJU7hWJkYawROZ_AmJRtmVrp8P0LTliMEauRDCHRlsrKR00VZt6JQr6LrhxuG1GLCw3uiRojZmAfKqYQSYS_SgS4sAlFz6GhTBvrg3tfSG0/s1600/DSC01769.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIvE0MP82HTlprkMjgwgdf15bv4nLRlh2MgJU7hWJkYawROZ_AmJRtmVrp8P0LTliMEauRDCHRlsrKR00VZt6JQr6LrhxuG1GLCw3uiRojZmAfKqYQSYS_SgS4sAlFz6GhTBvrg3tfSG0/s400/DSC01769.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519349767901832706" /></a><br /><br />Meredith and I sported our styles at a friend's wedding day luncheon this past weekend, neither of our dresses weighing in over $35. I styled mine with a neon pink J. Crew cardigan ($29.99 on sale) and some Hunter campus boots for a school-girl meets farm-girl aesthetic. <br /><br />I'm hoping to get back in stores to get my hands on more Tucker for Target goodies before they sell out! Would love to hear if any of you have made Tucker for Target purchases!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-11409745704015772522010-09-14T07:49:00.001-07:002010-09-14T08:05:07.315-07:00In Business!When a store goes out of business, it's a somber thing. The local economy suffers and the boutique community mourns another fallen comrade. We've seen it again and again in the past two years, and it's never pretty.<br /><br />So what good can come of this?<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH7w2QrnPp0kmxEpagRIjuWgISJUxafPWl-CwbQP5kcQ8tY2prCiz7clkmHj7aPEqEOs41R-dYn1ovqaAjHKDpHxoOghnEaeZjWh2AKA4q3oRf_pwTqOSAU6bc_Sxjvq9QBi1qJbW5AAU/s1600/DSC01720.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH7w2QrnPp0kmxEpagRIjuWgISJUxafPWl-CwbQP5kcQ8tY2prCiz7clkmHj7aPEqEOs41R-dYn1ovqaAjHKDpHxoOghnEaeZjWh2AKA4q3oRf_pwTqOSAU6bc_Sxjvq9QBi1qJbW5AAU/s400/DSC01720.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516782438381929218" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">THIS GOOD:</span> <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY0UUDectregRbhBRuZ_-dZVJ24NqnWPj4PuETAtYyEDQLtY9zXIFl-boCZeiAgUnWshc0-JBXCvjTF503R_Dbhn5zdWC4kVNKduG1g1zW-GCdmRThM4iC7xPyPxRSibrkWNw5NC-Tb1A/s1600/DSC01721.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY0UUDectregRbhBRuZ_-dZVJ24NqnWPj4PuETAtYyEDQLtY9zXIFl-boCZeiAgUnWshc0-JBXCvjTF503R_Dbhn5zdWC4kVNKduG1g1zW-GCdmRThM4iC7xPyPxRSibrkWNw5NC-Tb1A/s400/DSC01721.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516783687780977330" /></a><br /><br />R.I.P. Lexie & Jane on E Paces Ferry in Atlanta! HELLO $35 <a href="http://www.shopmodernvintage.com/">Rosegold</a> booties! Originally over $250, these babies were love at first sight when I came across the tent sale outside the now-under construction Lexie and Jane location. Can't wait to see what the new owners do with the space!<br /><br />I've already rocked them out to dinner with the hubs. Looking forward to glamming them up with black tights and an LBD in the fall! Bring on the chillier temps!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-47593917818247363892010-09-03T12:01:00.000-07:002010-09-03T12:59:59.734-07:00Counting Down the Days......til this beautiful, jewel-toned <a href="http://www.calypso-celle.com/product.php?productid=16985&cat=0&page=1">100% cashmere Era Sweater from Calypso</a> shows up at my doorstep. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRf7uOJcjzYj65H20IMCtWxElc7kjEBvcyV7tEwjChoEKz00PAd3AurzHA5xHJYsX5SvOGX28y-icC3Z4j6MY3_GBQRLx3ih-t4qCpeTnFmAtkbQqDgOE7LpJEBa60xq0g90WiHx3Hj9Y/s1600/9-3-10.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 330px; height: 369px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRf7uOJcjzYj65H20IMCtWxElc7kjEBvcyV7tEwjChoEKz00PAd3AurzHA5xHJYsX5SvOGX28y-icC3Z4j6MY3_GBQRLx3ih-t4qCpeTnFmAtkbQqDgOE7LpJEBa60xq0g90WiHx3Hj9Y/s400/9-3-10.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512779218486266610" /></a><br />$195 originally, marked down to $48.30 with Calypso's Labor Day Sale. Promo code: SALE09. Enjoy!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-48595782941142540482010-08-30T09:53:00.001-07:002010-08-30T10:13:47.401-07:00Haute for Teacher<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5ivftiiJ3emluOUV8zh9En7zZFUrFfYex7aL8p-ac8-ElvWY2Ke0YpiE4pdccj8piXg913VCIDi6UcZGQ-g8oI1zPe-LpfG5943Szh4INLXGsiApXCBz7U73mdoDvqTCv2o4D1L79E3A/s1600/8-30-10chalkboard.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5ivftiiJ3emluOUV8zh9En7zZFUrFfYex7aL8p-ac8-ElvWY2Ke0YpiE4pdccj8piXg913VCIDi6UcZGQ-g8oI1zPe-LpfG5943Szh4INLXGsiApXCBz7U73mdoDvqTCv2o4D1L79E3A/s400/8-30-10chalkboard.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5511251856652162082" /></a><br />Ask my husband and I what our dream job is, and we'd both say, in unison, "a teacher." <br /><br />Clark and I were very blessed to attend fabulous schools throughout our lives, but we are each particularly thankful for our high school experiences...me and my small class of 25 at <a href="http://www.rmacademy.com">Rocky Mount Academy</a> in teeny Rocky Mount, NC and Clark at <a href="http://www.woodberry.org">Woodberry Forest School</a> a beautiful boarding school in the hills of Virginia, outside of Charlottesville. Though both of our experiences were incredibly different, we are both ever grateful for the time we spent on each campus, developing us into the people we are today. We make it a point to give back every year. <br /><br />While we enjoyed our sports teams, our school dances and the "fun stuff" for those 4 years before college, we make it no secret that our teachers and mentors have almost <span style="font-style:italic;">everything </span>to do with our happiness and our growth as people.<br /><br />Celebrating this thought, an Atlanta area shopping center, <a href="http://www.viningsjubilee.com/">Vinings Jubilee</a>, wants to give back to the teachers that continue to give us all so much. Submit your favorite local teacher via <a href="http://www.viningsjubilee.com/teachers.html">this form</a>, and he or she could win one of four $100 gift certificate to be redeemed at any store in Vinings Jubilee Shopping Center. (<a href="http://emlybenham.wordpress.com/">Emly Benham</a> & <a href="http://shopsandpiper.com/">Sandpiper</a> would be my picks - no doubt!) Submissions must be entered in the next two weeks! After all, the only thing better than getting something for 100 and south is getting it!<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">chalkboard image found at <a href="http://www.creativecommons.org">creativecommons.org</a></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-34880903896441732252010-08-12T09:55:00.001-07:002010-08-12T10:12:13.780-07:00Hey, I Got Some New Shoes On!Two of my proudest finds lately have come in the form of shoes.<br /><br />What is it about shoes that makes us girls go so bonkers? It's like men who don't give us enough attention, but we LOVE it and we want more.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOP64DyWWgvNmdTjtmLtYlwYi_iOzNQn1hvEXVjyLizCeyWNB8LxA-7HtOqW936u3fgtI-z7CAeMxjO54OEgJnFsodEZ9sKMGtL4pTari6yxgaXfFL6dUUuoy8RHzuQOfrZIqDLf8j6fI/s1600/8-12-10.1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOP64DyWWgvNmdTjtmLtYlwYi_iOzNQn1hvEXVjyLizCeyWNB8LxA-7HtOqW936u3fgtI-z7CAeMxjO54OEgJnFsodEZ9sKMGtL4pTari6yxgaXfFL6dUUuoy8RHzuQOfrZIqDLf8j6fI/s400/8-12-10.1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504569491175735106" /></a><br /><br />Check out my fab finds: a pair of <a href="http://www.viaspiga.com/">Via Spiga</a> black leather and jute wedges (I've been on the hunt for some black-accented wedges all summer). Snagged 'em at <a href="http://www.tootsies.com/">Tootsies </a>(when I got my Theory shorts) for $59.50, marked down from $175! Next up, probably my most fabulous find of the summer (maybe the century): these mega-badass snakeskin <a href="http://www.shopmodernvintage.com/">Modern Vintage</a> wooden heels! These beauties came from the <a href="http://www.boutiquebargainsatl.com/">Boutique Bargain Warehouse Sal</a>e at Atlantic Station last month...ATL boutique Lexie and Jane is going out of business and had them marked down from $198 to $35!<br /><br />These were fresh enough for the Paul McCartney show, for sure. Rocked 'em all night. Details, details, details!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAv63UGlGnuxC47TuX7SLxPdCSFe_9rOr-2r6_92r0wnmZSqRizeSsP8pba60avuTTPwZsNFyK3rv6H7ZZjZ9NEgj8QJA1TwLCcop8qQtzpIpNU5Ohigaw92CimL4tXwarFmrjlcBad-c/s1600/8.12.10.2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAv63UGlGnuxC47TuX7SLxPdCSFe_9rOr-2r6_92r0wnmZSqRizeSsP8pba60avuTTPwZsNFyK3rv6H7ZZjZ9NEgj8QJA1TwLCcop8qQtzpIpNU5Ohigaw92CimL4tXwarFmrjlcBad-c/s400/8.12.10.2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504570015338410546" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Gold and silver studs on the tippy toes!</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsbEmyCsVU4nVGVYvUG0gN6FKtOkppR4gyAGWVbBLZ8obXs0fY3Rxqtq_Oh2JkPH2gCGJ3W4YV9MWyTZc8xozxI3Gf7CKFsfDX5ZKUcvP9Y6Vsixmy0E_bUUI9Pvi-HSk1UDTUaCbZ0vs/s1600/8.12.10.3.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsbEmyCsVU4nVGVYvUG0gN6FKtOkppR4gyAGWVbBLZ8obXs0fY3Rxqtq_Oh2JkPH2gCGJ3W4YV9MWyTZc8xozxI3Gf7CKFsfDX5ZKUcvP9Y6Vsixmy0E_bUUI9Pvi-HSk1UDTUaCbZ0vs/s400/8.12.10.3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504570314717543954" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Get a load of those cutouts. Magnifique!</span><br /><br />*PERK! Via Spiga has my wedges on sale for $69 online - find them <a href="http://www.viaspiga.com/content.aspx?contentID=99099_shop#key=wedges">here </a>in all sorts of fun colors!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Right now is the time to shop the sales. What's been your best find recently?</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108550029224752281.post-70526842873295564772010-08-05T08:43:00.000-07:002010-08-05T13:29:51.230-07:00The Long and SHORT of ItAh, summer clothing. Ethereal floral prints, wispy tank tops, caramel brown sandals...these are a few of my favorite things.<br /><br />But SHORTS? Not so much.<br /><br />I probably own 3 good pairs of shorts, all three hand me downs from my sister. All 3 have been beat to hell by the both of us so that they don't constrict my legs and suffocate my poor ankles. I dread that first moment when you try on a pair of new shorts, and it's like you have two rubberbands latched on to your thighs!<br /><br />But I have a Theory to my problem. <br /><br />Literally. <br /><br />Or should I say, <a href="http://www.theory.com/">Theory </a>has become the <span style="font-weight:bold;">solution </span>to my problem after I discovered <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/epsi-shorts-theory/vp/v=1/845524441868478.htm?folderID=2534374302023865&fm=browse-brand-shopbysize">these shorts</a> on sale at <a href="http://www.tootsies.com/">Tootsie's in Atlanta</a> for $95.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcg_tNJPiTx43pwoIigOSk3ONScdf0XP2hbFX0j8D98z1sREiqlhpy-EVeVFE8EquS534zJ_pC8TSnXY48ld-m9F66_i_lwz2EY3i6cdVuagHIknqDewkgVNNQgIk1z4mmQtkMfRPbE8Q/s1600/8-5-10theoryshorts.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 187px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcg_tNJPiTx43pwoIigOSk3ONScdf0XP2hbFX0j8D98z1sREiqlhpy-EVeVFE8EquS534zJ_pC8TSnXY48ld-m9F66_i_lwz2EY3i6cdVuagHIknqDewkgVNNQgIk1z4mmQtkMfRPbE8Q/s400/8-5-10theoryshorts.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5502022230344911554" /></a><br /><br />Seem pricey to you even at $95 for a pair of shorts? Well, while mine came in an army green color for half the price of the khaki ones above, I have worn them well over a half a dozen times since buying them 2 weeks ago. The amount of usage I've gotten out of these shorts helps explain my theory of P.P.W.<br /><br />What am I talking about?<br /><br />Why, it's "Pay Per Wear" of course! You know you've gotten the most bang for your buck when you divide the number of times you've worn the item from the price it originally cost you. That's why in some instances, it's okay to splurge on that $350 DVF wrap dress- as long as plan on wearing it for the rest of your same dress size life.<br /><br />So sure, I was only only $5 away from my maximum, but after sporting the heck out of those shorts in less than a month, I'd say it was a GREAT purchase.<br /><br />What are some of your most valuable P.P.W. items in your closet?Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3