Fashion Friday: Stella & Dot Fall Favorites

It's been a while since we've had a Fashion Friday post but fall is my favorite season so I couldn't let it pass us by without sharing some great accessories. More fashion posts to come in future weeks! I'm loving the new fall collection over at Stella & Dot and in case you weren't aware they have expanded from jewelry only to a full accessories line including handbags, wallets, tech accessories and jewelry travel rolls.

I'm a big fan of their jewelry because I know it is quality, I never have to question whether it contains nickel (which contains lead) and is not safe for children or adults, which quite a bit of fashion jewelry contains. Their entire collection is nickel free which is important as they have a girls' jewelry collection too. They are always so on trend and their pieces are built to last not to mention they are so beautifully packaged they make for a lovely gift!

I took a peek at their fall collection recently and have included 9 of my favorite fall items:

{Right to Left}:  black stud earrings  //   statement necklace   //  drop sparkle earrings 

red cross-body bag  // gold link bracelet  //   tangerine printed scarf

snakeskin print handbag   //  black & gold necklace  //  leopard iPad case (mini version here)

Stella & Dot is not only just an online boutique where you can purchase beautiful jewelry and accessories, but they create flexible opportunities for women to be work-at-home entrepreneurs as an independent stylist. Whether you're a stay-at-home mom looking to earn income, working full-time or part-time and are looking to create extra savings or fun money for yourself OR you just want to score a lot of beautiful jewelry for a steal, until the end of this month anyone who signs up as an independent stylist will receive $450 worth of gorgeous jewelry that you hand select for just a one-time $199 sign up fee. Isn't that awesome?!

With Christmas and the holidays right around the corner, what a great way to save up for your shopping or use the pieces as gifts. Now that kids have established themselves back at school, what a great opportunity to create a business of your own in your free time. If you're interested, click THIS LINK for more info or to sign up. This is the best deal I've seen them run so far, if you've been thinking about starting your own business with Stella & Dot, now it's such a great time to do it! :)

Which pieces are your favorite? Have you purchased any new accessories for fall yet? I'd love to hear about them!

Thanks for reading, happy weekend!

XO




*Please note that I was not compensated for this post.

Fashion Friday: Stella & Dot for 2013

Don't you just love the feeling of fresh and new?! That's one of the reasons I really love ringing in the new year and everywhere we look new trends for 2013 are popping up, including late winter/early spring designs and colors. Stella & Dot jewelry is no exception, they just launched their new spring collection and it includes some colorful, spring pieces that I wanted to share with you all. It may be chilly, cloudy or gloomy where you are but you can add a bit of cheer to your day by incorporating bright pops of color to any outfit to get you through winter as we transition into spring.

You might remember that I shared my all-time favorite Stella & Dot pieces in this post just a couple months ago. I'm glad to see that these pieces are still around  because many of them are still on my wish list, I'm still adding to my 'fun money fund' so I can grab the pieces I'll wear most often.

My Top 10 Spring Collection Favorites....

1. Fiona Earrings   //  2. Jolie Necklace   //  3. Hudson Leather Wrap Bracelet

4. Lily Chandelier Earrings  //  5. Carmen Necklace  //  6. Christina Link Bracelet

7. Seychelles Chandelier Earrings  (also here in mint & cobalt blue) //  8. On the Mark Necklace 

  9. Raina Earrings  //  10. Betty Hoops

While Stella & Dot is one of our sponsors, this post is not a promotional piece for them, I'm just really excited about their new line and love the quality and affordability of their beautiful jewelry.

It's January, which means Stella & Dot is offering an amazing deal again to those who want to increase their income this year and also do something they love by becoming their own independent stylist/consultant. It's perfect for stay-at-home mom's, those who work from home already or really anyone looking to make some extra cash on weekends or weeknights, etc. Included in your start-up kit is hundreds of dollars of jewelry so that you can select pieces that you love best (the best part is you'll have a whole new assortment of pieces to jazz up your everyday outfits-bonus!) and will include all the materials you need to make your business a success!

So, if you love fashion, have always wanted to start your own business with minimal investment and have fun along the way, this is a great way to do it. Make 2013 the year you achieve all your dreams!

Click here to see the full spring collection. So, which new pieces do you like best from the new 2013 Stella & Dot line?

Thanks for Reading & Happy Friday!

XO

Fashion Friday: Stylish + Affordable Jewelry

We're back with another Fashion Friday post, the series that you inspired after hearing from many of you that you'd like to see more classy fashion pieces and learn what to wear, how to wear it and more. For me, no outfit is complete without jewelry. I feel naked without a pair of earrings, my wedding rings and either a watch or bracelet. I wanted to share two of my favorite online shops for jewelry that are stylish, affordable and are pieces you'd own for years to come. I like pieces that last and by trial and error I've discovered which shops sell pieces that hold up in the long run vs. those that don't. I'm a huge fan of Stella & Dot and so are many celebrities, their pieces are worn regularly by all of your favorite stars and showcased in all the top fashion magazines. All of their pieces arrive in the most beautiful boxes too (just scroll down to the end of this post to see what I mean). The Kirra Tate collection found via the Layla Grayce shop is also another great line, I am continually amazed by the reasonable prices they offer for such gorgeous pieces! Layla Grayce just redesigned their whole website and it looks more fresh than ever, adding customer reviews so now it's easier than ever to shop for everyone on your list!

Between the two companies, here's a breakdown of what you can find at the following price points: Under $30, Under $40 and Under $50. While $50 may seem steep to some, I believe you get what you pay for. Like my wardrobe, I want to invest in accessory pieces that won't break, chip or fall apart months down the road. Through wearing different jewelry you can change the look of current outfits. I love all of these because they provide a pretty pop of color and/or fun design. These are all perfect as we move into the festive season with holiday parties and events just around the corner. Maybe you'll also get some gift ideas too for the special women in your life!

{clockwise} : turquoise stone earrings  /  clover earrings  /  chevron bangle set  /  gold necklace

{clockwise}:  gold chandelier earrings /  bubble bangle set  / turquoise stone necklace  /  gold bead bracelet

{clockwise}: clear sparkle drop earrings  /  silver ring (set of 3)  /  gold ornate earrings  /  cocktail ring

On My Wish List....

{Left to Right Row 1}:  feather drop earrings  /  green drop earrings  /  chevron drop earrings

{Left to Right Row 2}: blue & gold bangle  /  feather cuff  /  black & gold bangle

{Left to Right Row 3}: gold bracelet  /  multi-color statement necklace  /  gold & gray snakeskin bracelet

I really adore each and every one of these 21 pieces I've compiled here and many of them are on my immediate wish list and a few are on my Christmas shopping list for others too. :)

Which piece is your favorite? Have you shopped Layla Grayce or Stella & Dot before and own a piece you love? Leave us a comment and gush about it! :)

Psst...If you missed the previous installments of the Fashion Friday Series, you can read them in order {here}:  1, 2, 3, 4.

Thanks for reading!!

 XO






*All images from Layla Grayce & Stella & Dot website-image boards created by me.

September Sponsor Spotlight

This is one of my favorite times of the month-when I can take a moment and thank each and every one of my lovely sponsors for being a part of this blog. I appreciated having you all on board for September! As you know some my sponsors often have special deals and coupon codes too, so be sure to look for those below, because this month there's even a free giveaway for you too! :)

Stella & Dot

I absolutely adore all of the pieces by Stella & Dot  -you simply must pop by their online jewelry shop! Their pieces are regularly worn by celebrities but their collection is affordable and you're going to love them! If you're looking for a side business to make some extra money in this economy or while the kiddos are in school-this might be a great option for you. Did you know that Stella & Dot offers 3 different starter kit options to launch your very own fashion business by becoming a Stylist? You'll get hundreds of dollars worth of gorgeous jewelry pieces for a fraction of the cost! Plus, you can run your own business from home-perfect for stay-at-home moms, working women who are looking for extra income or those who just want to expand their accessory wardrobe!

Shabby Apple  

What I love about the Shabby Apple line is that each of their pieces is so ladylike, elegant and classy. They are very well known for the fit and comfort of their dresses, regularly featured as editor's picks in many fashion magazines. If you haven't heard of them, they have such a lovely collection of not only dresses but skirts, tops, swimwear, jewelry and they even have dresses for young girls and maternity wear too that are all modest! View their top-selling customer favorites HERE.

Maidenform

It's so important as women to have well-fitting bras and lingerie to support our bodies and what I love about Maidenform is that they offer elegant designs that are budget-friendly too. They have been at the forefront of women's undergarments for 90 years! Just this year they created a Limited Edition vintage-inspired intimates collection. Everything from bras and panties to shapewear and hosiery can be found at their online shop. Click HERE to save up to 75% off at their end of season sale.

Zinc Door

 Zinc Door is and online home decor shop offering a variety of gorgeous furniture & accessory pieces to decorate any space. What I love most about their store is that while on trend, you won't see the same types of pieces all over the web. If you're looking for that one-of-a-kind looking mirror, writing desk or wall art, they aim to please! I have enjoyed including some of their pieces in my e-design mood boards while decorating rooms for my clients. 

Lot 26 Studios

Lot 26 Studios features a wide range of wall art which includes family rules signs, city signs, wall decals, canvas wall art, memo boards and more! Customize any space with inexpensive and unique art that suits your style! Perfect for dorm rooms or temporary spaces such as apartments, these works of art add a chic look and a lot of personality to any room and are easily removable. One of my personal favorites is this chalkboard wall decal.

Blurb Books

My next sponsor has cute name-Blurb. They're an online shop which allows you to easily create your own custom professional-looking photo books. Think wedding albums, trip of a lifetime memories, baby's 1st years, a milestone birthday, coffee table books and more! You can literally put together a book with all of your Facebook or Instagram photos too! ***For a limited time anyone in Canada, U.S. and Europe can get a FREE 7x7 Instagram photo book created by importing your Instagram pics using the bookify book making tool. Offer covers up to $19.95 U.S., $17.95 EUR, $21.95 AUD or $19.95 CAD. Use code: INSTAHEART (tax & shipping still applies). Ends Oct.3, 2012 11:59pm EST.***

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All of My Love for All of My Days

Danette Dillon is the writer behind her personal blog titled 'All My Love for All My Days', she is a mother, wife and lover of Christ. She is passionate about helping hurting people, sharing her own journey through life and loving others. Who doesn't need more love in their life? Covering a multitude of topics, her light-hearted blog will leave your feeling happy and inspired. I hope you'll stop by to visit her and say hello!

C. Wonder

C. Wonder offers an entirely new retail experience: clothing, accessories and home decor products of outstanding quality and astonishing value in a setting that excited and inspires. While they have fun retail shops you can peruse, you need not live nearby for the experience, their online store hosts a variety of pieces.  Their customers adore how they pair timeless design elements with fresh twists, such as unexpected colors and patterned linings. Their collection is pared down to must-haves that enhance a room, refresh a wardrobe or inspire a memorable experience.  I am personally a huge fan of their jewelry! Enjoy an extra 50% off of sale items with code: FallFifty at checkout. Click here to see their sale items.

NYC, Style & A Little Cannoli

Rosemary is the author of the blog NYC, Style & a Little Cannoli. Growing up with regular visits to the big apple as a child, her blog features her favorite activities and adventures in New York City as a woman who now resides in Pennsylvania but visits NYC every chance she gets. She knows all the best restaurants, cafes, shops & activities to enjoy a day trip, vacation or even a lifetime in NYC. Her love of desserts and Italian background mean you're guaranteed to get a regular dose of sweet sugary eye candy. Do visit her and  also follow her on Twitter where she shares her favorite must-see places and must-eat treats!

Layla Grayce

Have you ever visited Layla Grayce? I'm a huge fan of their online shop! If you haven't seen their goods before, they offer gorgeous items for women, babies, children and the home. Everything from lighting and jewelry to cribs and monogrammed dishware. This shop is filled with everything girly and delightful. One of my favorite collections of their jewelry line is the Kirra Tate jewelry collection-it's so stylish and super affordable. Their earring collection is divine! Save 15% now off their entire store with code: LG8YRS until 10/31/12.

Once again a huge thank you to all of September's sponsors! Thank you to many of you who have already renewed your ad space for October and those who have purchased multiple-month ad spots! :)

Are you interested in becoming a sponsor of this blog and having your ad proudly displayed in our sidebar? We'd be honored to have you join us for October. The next 5 people who purchase our small ad space (150x150 size) will get it at 75% off using promo code OCT75! Click {here} for all of the details..it's a great way to try it out for just $5 and you'll be featured in a post just like this too at the end of the month!  :)

XO

August Sponsor Spotlight

I hope you're all enjoying a nice start to your Labor Day long weekend! I wanted to extend a big thank you to all of my August sponsors and share them with you here in our monthly Sponsor Spotlight.

Since sponsors can purchase ad space any day of the month, you'll notice many are still running into the month of September since their ad space began after the middle of the month while others were showing in my sidebar until the end of August. A few have some great discounts for you as well which you can find below!

Stella & Dot

I absolutely adore all of the pieces by Stella & Dot  -you simply must pop by their online jewelry shop! Their pieces are regularly worn by celebrities but their collection is affordable and you're going to love them! If you're looking for a side business to make some extra money in this economy or while the kiddos are in school-this might be a great option for you. Did you know that Stella & Dot offers 3 different starter kit options to launch your very own fashion business by becoming a Stylist? You'll get hundreds of dollars worth of gorgeous jewelry pieces for a fraction of the cost! Plus, you can run your own business from home-perfect for stay-at-home moms, working women who are looking for extra income or those who just want to expand their accessory wardrobe!

                                        

Shabby Apple  

What I love about the Shabby Apple line is that each of their pieces is so ladylike, elegant and classy. They are very well known for the fit and comfort of their dresses, regularly featured as editor's picks in many fashion magazines. If you haven't heard of them, they have such a lovely collection of not only dresses but skirts, tops, swimwear, jewelry and they even have dresses for young girls and maternity wear too! They currently have many cute dress styles on sale HERE!

Marvelous Marketing Group

If you're looking for someone to manage the marketing behind your company or assist you with branding yourself, Marvelous Marketing can help! They are a full service, one stop shop for all of your business needs from business cards to logo design, PR, website creation, Search Engine Optimization, Photography and more! Founded by Kim Riley, Marvelous Marketing's sole purpose is to help you navigate through the maze of getting your business, blog or website up and running with the professional look and feel you desire.

Zinc Door

 Zinc Door is and online home decor shop offering a variety of gorgeous furniture & accessory pieces to decorate any space. What I love most about their store is that while on trend, you won't see the same types of pieces all over the web. If you're looking for that one-of-a-kind looking mirror, writing desk or wall art, they aim to please! I have enjoyed including some of their pieces in my e-design mood boards while decorating rooms for my clients. Zinc Door is the sister store to Layla Grayce. I feel so honored to have both of their shops on board!

Lot 26 Studios

Lot 26 Studios features a wide range of wall art which includes family rules signs, city signs, wall decals, canvas wall art, memo boards and more! Customize any space with inexpensive and unique art that suits your style! Perfect for dorm rooms or temporary spaces such as apartments, these works of art add a chic look and a lot of personality to any room and are easily removable. One of my personal favorites is this chalkboard wall decal.

All of My Love for All of My Days

Danette Dillon is the writer behind her personal blog titled 'All My Love for All My Days', she is a mother, wife and lover of Christ. She is passionate about helping hurting people, sharing her own journey through life and loving others. Who doesn't need more love in their life? Covering a multitude of topics, her light-hearted blog will leave your feeling happy and inspired. I hope you'll stop by to visit her and say hello!

NYC, Style & A Little Cannoli

Rosemary is the author of the blog NYC, Style & a Little Cannoli. Growing up with regular visits to the big apple as a child, her blog features her favorite activities and adventures in New York City as a woman who now resides in Pennsylvania but visits NYC every chance she gets. She knows all the best restaurants, cafes, shops & activities to enjoy a day trip, vacation or even a lifetime in NYC. Her love of desserts and Italian background mean you're guaranteed to get a regular dose of sweet sugary eye candy. Do visit her and  also follow her on Twitter where she shares her favorite must-see places and must-eat treats!

Layla Grayce

Have you ever visited Layla Grayce? I'm a huge fan of their online shop! If you haven't seen their goods before, they offer gorgeous items for women, babies, children and the home. Everything from lighting and jewelry to cribs and monogrammed dishware. This shop is filled with everything girly and delightful. One of my favorite collections of their jewelry line is the Kirra Tate jewelry collection-it's so stylish and super affordable.  Pop by this Labor Day weekend where Layla Grayce is offering 20% off everything!

The Intentional Minimalist

I just love the focus of Kristin's blog, The Intentional Minimalist. She features farm-to-table recipes to encourage cooking with local, seasonal and fresh produce. While her blog primarily focuses on recipes created from her local Community Supporter Agriculture (CSA) she also writes about minimalist natural skin care, homemade cleaning supplies, keeping a streamlined minimalist kitchen and living in the raw. Visit her site to find out how you can incorporate more simple, delicious and beautiful meals into your life.

Vignettes

Kristin is the author behind the blog, Vignettes, which is a lifestyle blog covering an array of topics from home decorating, renovation projects, recipes, travel, fashion and more. One of Kristin's main focuses is living a life with intention and for all of us who feel overwhelmed, she does a great job of sharing great ways of incorporating this into our lives daily and how to focus on what's really important. Be sure to stop by and say hello, I just know you'll find someone to be inspired by!

LME Designs

Lady McKnight is the owner of LME Designs, a company the focuses on building websites, creating business cards, logo designs and book cover designs. When she is not working on this aspect of the business, she also offers Life Coaching session to help propel you forward into your dreams. She is currently offering a free life coaching session. You can find out more about that HERE. She is also an author of two books: 'The Spirit of New Orleans' and 'Step into Divine Destiny'!

Thank you so much to each and every one of my August sponsors! Thank you to those who have already renewed your ad space for September and many of you who have purchased multi-month ad spots. I'm so glad to have you on board!

Are you interested in becoming a sponsor of this blog and having your ad proudly displayed in our sidebar? With summer coming to an end, everyone is gearing up for fall and back into a regular routine which means many readers begin reading their favorite blogs again and are even more likely to see your ad than in the summer months. For the month of September all Short & Sweet small ads are 50% off using code: SEPT50.

Click {here} for all of the details. It's just $10 and my way of helping your end the summer off right!  :)

XO

July Sponsor Spotlight!

Happy Sunday Everyone! I hope you had a fabulous weekend. Mine has been pretty mellow and involved planting some flowers, eating healthy treats and watching the Olympics. While we're already almost a week into August, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank my wonderful sponsors!

Since sponsors can purchase ad space any day of the month, you'll notice many are still running into the month of August since their ad space began after the middle of the month while others were showing in my sidebar until the end of July. A few have some great discounts for you as well which you can find below!




                                           Shabby Apple

I know that many of you are fond of the Shabby Apple line. If you haven't heard of them, they have such a lovely collection of not only dresses but skirts, tops, swimwear, jewelry and they even have dresses for young girls and maternity wear too! They are currently running a site-wide sale offering 20% off everything! Use code: SUMMER20

Layla Grayce

Have you ever visited Layla Grayce? I'm a huge fan of their online shop! If you haven't seen their goods before, they offer gorgeous items for women, babies, children and the home. Everything from lighting and jewelry to cribs and monogrammed dishware. This shop is filled with everything girly and delightful.

Stella & Dot

If you haven't stumbled upon Stella & Dot yet, you simply must pop by their online jewelry shop! They were a favorite of Emily Maynard while on The Bachelorette. Their pieces are affordable and you're going to love them! Looking for a side business to make some extra money in this economy? Did you know that Stella & Dot offers 3 different starter kit options to launch your very own fashion business by becoming a Stylist? You'll get hundreds of dollars worth of gorgeous jewelry pieces for a fraction of the cost! You can run your own business from home-perfect for stay-at-home moms, working women who are looking for extra income or those who want to expand their accessory wardrobe!

Lot 26 Studios

Lot 26 Studios features a wide range of wall art which includes family rules signs, city signs, wall decals, canvas wall art, memo boards and more! Customize any space with inexpensive and unique art that suits your style! Perfect for dorm rooms or temporary spaces such as apartments, these works of art add a chic look and a lot of personality to any room and are easily removable. One of my personal favorites is this chalkboard wall decal.

Paper Culture

While Paper Culture has a vast array of modern, fun stationery, what sets them apart is their offering of bamboo wall art. Create gorgeous customized pieces that proudly display a family monogram, your favorite wedding photo or go for something more playful like their counting board or the alphabet to add some whimsy to a young one's bedroom. Use code: ECOMOD to get $5 off your first order!

All of My Love for All of My Days

Danette Dillon is the writer behind her personal blog titled 'All My Love for All My Days', she is a mother, wife and lover of Christ. She is passionate about helping hurting people, sharing her own journey through life and loving others. Who doesn't need more love in their life? Covering a multitude of topics, her light-hearted blog will leave your feeling happy and inspired.

The Intentional Minimalist

I just love the focus of Kristin's blog, The Intentional Minimalist. She features farm-to-table recipes to encourage cooking with local, seasonal and fresh produce. While her blog primarily focuses on recipes created from her local Community Supporter Agriculture (CSA) she also writes about minimalist natural skin care, homemade cleaning supplies, keeping a streamlined minimalist kitchen and living in the raw. Visit her site to find out how you can incorporate more simple, delicious and beautiful meals into your life.

Once again a huge thank you to all of July's sponsors! Thank you to those who have already renewed your ad space for August and others who have purchased multi-month ad spots. I'm so glad to have you on board! :)

Are you interested in becoming a sponsor of this blog and having your ad proudly displayed in our sidebar? For the month of August all Short & Sweet small ads are 50% off using code: BDAY50 in celebration of my birthday month. Click {here} for all of the details. It's just $10 and my way of saying Happy Summer!  :)

XO