Nov 26, 2013
Looking for a great gift for a special mom in your life? Maybe it’s your sister, bestie or even you! Today’s Stylish Holiday Gift Guide is all about moms and the stuff we love. There may even be a few things on this list that are already on my own wish list (hint to hubby who reads my blog). 🙂
If you missed it yesterday, be sure to check out my holiday gift guide for teen girls HERE.
[1. Cashmere V-neck (Comes in 20 colors!)/2. Multi-color Plaid Scarf/3. Archipelago Soy Wax Candle/4. Clarisonic Limited Edition Value Set/5. Steve Madden Leopard Strap Flats/6. Monogram Necklace & Earrings Set/7. Marc Jacobs Vertical Zippy Wallet/8. Kendra Scott “Elle” Earrings/9. Smashbox “Try It” Kit/10. Frye Melissa Button Riding Boots]
It’s Your Turn: What’s on your wishlist this year? Tell me in the comments!
Getting my pretty on with The Pleated Poppy.
Nov 25, 2013
The first of the official Get Your Pretty On Stylish Holiday Gift Guides is here! There’s just one month left to get your holiday shop on, so it’s time to get busy. If you have a house full of fashion lovers, then you’re going to love my stylish holiday gift guides for teens, moms and dads.
Today we’re starting with teen girls. This guide is a great starting point for ideas for your teen daughter or any teen fashionista on your holiday gift giving list.
As the mom of a 14 (almost 15) year-old daughter, I like to think I have a pretty good idea of what teen girls want. My daughter and her friends love cozy tunics and leggings, all things Steve Madden and better beauty products. Oh and they love to do their nails!
1. Side Zip Tunic/2. Southwestern Fringe Scarf/3. Steve Madden Pyramid Studs/4. Tech-Friendly Texting Gloves/5. Faux Fur Trapper Hat/6. Steve Madden ‘Troopa’ Boots/7. Deer Print Leggings/8. Sephora Makeup Academy Palette/9. Stila Lip Glaze Set/10. Marc Jacobs Rollerball Fragrance Trio/11. Nails, Nails, Nails! Book/12. NYX ‘Fall in Love’ Nail Art Collection
It’s Your Turn: What’s on your favorite teen fashionista’s wish list? Tell us in the comments!
SALE ALERT!!!
Gap is having an AMAZING sale – up to 60% off!
Have you seen today’s awesome deal of the day? Colorful cords are just $29 a pair! Plus save an additional 20% with code GAPLOVE.
[Gap Straight Cords]
Check out all of their amazing daily deals this week HERE.
Getting my pretty on with The Pleated Poppy.
Nov 22, 2013
Holiday fetes are just around corner. Lucky you, your glam holiday sparkle guide is here! I scoured the web this week to unearth some beautifully affordable holiday finds that will have you ready for any soiree in just the nick of time.
This gorgeous wrap is the perfect topper for all of your holiday looks. It can be dressed up or down so easily. It comes in 10 colors and is ON SALE for 33% off!
[Knit Ruffle Wrap]
I bought a pair of snake print heels in early fall and am amazed at the versatility of these shoes. They add just the right amount of holiday sparkle to dresses, pants and even jeans.
[Sole Society ‘Azra’]
Not up for wearing a heel all night? These flats are the perfect marriage of sparkle and comfort…and you won’t believe the price!
[Dessert Dash Flat]
Go casual glam in a pearlized gem sweater. This one is ON SALE!
[Color Blocked Gem Sweater]
Tuck an embellished sweater or sweatshirt into this bow trimmed pencil skirt for instant holiday glam!
[‘Hometown Tourist’ Skirt]
These art deco inspired sparklers with emerald stones are sure to add a little pizazz to any ensemble. At just $14.99, they also make a perfect gift!
[‘Razzle Dazzling’ Earrings]
Don’t want to invest in a new outfit? Dress up a sweater you already own with this statement making necklace at a steal.
[‘Any Way, Shape or Formal’ Necklace]
STYLISH HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
Be sure to come back on Monday for the first Get Your Pretty On Stylish Holiday Gift Guide. Over the next week, I’ll be sharing my top fashionable picks for moms, dads and teens. Shopping made easy!
Getting my pretty on with What I’m Loving Fridays, Friday’s Fab Favorites and Fashion Friday.
Nov 20, 2013
I hate to do this to you but this reminder is just as much for me…
There are 34 days until Christmas.
34 DAYS!
This mama needs to get on the stick with preparations. There’s decorating, baking, shopping, wrapping and holiday merry-making to be done!
But first, let’s attend to this little holiday known as Thanksgiving. Or as my kids call it, the day before we decorate for Christmas. 🙂
Even though we’ll be hosting and I’ll be doing a lot of the cooking (two big turkeys and lots of pumpkin pies!), I still like to dress up in something that feels a little special.
This jacket from eShakti has just the right amount of sparkle to be festive without being over the top. It’s perfect paired up with a cranberry blouse, stretchy grey jeans, and snake print heels.
[Jacket: c/o eShakti/Jeans: Similar/Blouse: c/o ShopSosie/Heels: Sole Society/Necklace: c/o Kendra Scott/Watch: Michael Kors/Bracelet: c/o Everyday Icing]
NORDSTROM SALE
In need of a wardrobe refresh for your Thanksgiving Day outfit? Nordstrom is having an awesome sale – up to 50% off.
My favorite ‘Mia’ Kut from the Kloth cords are on sale for just $45.90. They come in 14 different colors. I’m wearing them HERE in Boysenberry.
[‘Mia’ Cords]
This asymmetrical wrap cardigan is just $39.90. It would look great with leggings.
[Wool Wrap Cardigan]
This scoop back dolman sleeve top in purple is a steal and would be great for a casual holiday party.
[Scoop Back Top]
It’s Your Turn: Do you dress up for Thanksgiving dinner or go for total comfort? Tell me in the comments!
BLACK FRIDAY GIVEAWAY
Did you see this exciting announcement on Monday? I’ve joined up with this group of fabulous bloggers to bring you a $400 Visa gift card giveaway!
There’s still time to enter. Just pick any or all of the easy ways below.
Don’t forget to share this on Facebook for an additional 10 entries!
a Rafflecopter giveaway
I FEEL PRETTY
I’m so excited to introduce you to this week’s I Feel Pretty co-host Jo-Lynne! She’s the suburban Philadelphia mom of three behind the blog Musings of a Housewife. Jo-Lynne has been blogging about fashion, food, fitness and family travel since 2006. My favorite feature is her Fashion Over 40 | Daily Mom Style posts. Her daily outfits provide inspiration for the busy mama who wants to look effortlessly chic and put together.
Be sure to stop by and say hi! Subscribe to Musings of a Housewife via RSS HERE.
Interested in co-hosting the I Feel Pretty Link up? E-mail me HERE for more information! 
[Jo-Lynne Shane of Musings of a Housewife]
It’s the day of the week at GYPO where we celebrate what makes us feel pretty. Whether it’s a new outfit, hairstyle, or makeup, the I Feel Pretty link up is about anything and everything that makes your life prettier. Even if you’re not a blogger, you can still play along. Just tell us what made you feel pretty this week in the comments!
There are just a few simple rules:
1. Follow GYPO. (Facebook, Twitter, Bloglovin‘)
2. Subscribe to Musings of a Housewife
3. Link up your pretty post.
4. Link back to my blog (using the button above or your own link).
5. Visit other pretty peeps. ‘);
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Getting my pretty on with The Pleated Poppy, Style Sessions and Totally Posted Tuesday.
Nov 15, 2013
It’s finally coat season here in Texas! Do you have any idea how excited that makes me? The only thing that could make it even more exciting is coat weather AND football.
Tonight I’ll be needing a warm cozy topper to wear to our son’s playoff game. I hope you don’t mind me being a proud football mom for just a minute. Our oldest Devon is a senior this year so it’s his last year of playing high school football. That’s a pretty big deal in my world at the moment. After ten years of seeing him on the field, we are down to our last few precious games. Thankfully his team made it to playoffs last week, so tonight we’ll get to watch him once again.
Here’s our inside linebacker #4 doing his thing.
After last week’s win, his picture was in the Dallas Morning News, exciting stuff! That’s him, on the left, blocking a punt.
Thanks for allowing me that proud mama moment!
Now back to the topic at hand – the need for a warm coat for tonight’s game. Because we have such mild winters in Texas, I haven’t bought very many coats over the past few years. My coat wardrobe is in need of a refresh, so I’m on the lookout for something cute and cozy that doesn’t break the bank. Here are some coat and scarf combos that I’ve got on the radar.
Under $50
STRIPES + TARTAN
[Coat: Merona/Scarf: Nordstrom]
HOUNDSTOOTH + COBALT
[Coat: Forever 21/Scarf: Target]
Under $75
BELTED + LEOPARD
[Coat: Dollhouse/Scarf: Lulu]
BLACK + WHITE PATTERNS
[Coat: ASOS/Scarf: Merona]
It’s Your Turn: Have you had a proud mom moment lately? If so, tell me in the comments!
BLACK FRIDAY GIVEAWAY
Stay tuned for a special Black Friday giveaway announcement coming on Monday. Trust me, you’re going to love it!
Getting my pretty on with Fashion Friday and Friday’s Fab Favorites.
[1. Cashmere V-neck (Comes in 20 colors!)/2. Multi-color Plaid Scarf/3. Archipelago Soy Wax Candle/4. Clarisonic Limited Edition Value Set/5. Steve Madden Leopard Strap Flats/6. Monogram Necklace & Earrings Set/7. Marc Jacobs Vertical Zippy Wallet/8. Kendra Scott “Elle” Earrings/9. Smashbox “Try It” Kit/10. Frye Melissa Button Riding Boots]
