Fun Fact About Uggs

Let me start this post by saying that I absolutely love my Uggs. I have the Bailey Button Triplet boots in grey. Due to the high price, I try to take really good care of these boots.
Today I was at work when my boss asked me to help him move a vending machine. He bought it used and the previous owner did not tell him about the oil tray on the bottom/back of the vending machine that hadn't been cleaned out for over 14 years. That being said, as soon as we started to lift it a good amount of oil--yes, BLACK oil--spilled all over my Uggs. I seriously was about to cry and easily would have if I had not been at work. As soon as I got home I called my dad to see what he thought I should do. The oil had dried in hard, gray (thank heavens) spots, so I was hopeful; even if I couldn't get the oil off it wouldn't be too noticeable. My dad took a sponge (a dry, clean sponge) and started gently scrubbing at the oil marks.They came right off! Now my boots look good as new and you can't even tell anything happened to them.
So my fun fact today is that oil does not ruin Uggs. Hope y'all had a great day.

12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas: Day 2 {Charming Charlie}

Charming Charlie never fails to be at the top of my Christmas and birthday lists each year. I could easily spend all of my money in that store. I love that Charming Charlie has such a large variety of adorable and affordable accessories and attire! Anything from Charming Charlie would make a great Christmas gift- whether it be for your mom, grandma, aunt, cousin, sister, friend, or even yourself! Keep in mind that they sell so much more in stores. If you have a store near you, I recommend going there before purchasing something online.

I think this is the perfect bracelet for the holidays!

I own this one & I always get compliments when I wear it! I would buy one in every color if I could!

I have 2 bags from Charming Charlie's & I've never loved another nearly as much as I love them. They are just perfect! My mom & sister also have bags from Charming Charlie & they absolutely love them as well.

I own this, but mine has burgundy stripes. It's very flattering! 

I also own this one & I cannot get enough of it. It's perfect for fall/winter!

You can shop online at http://www.charmingcharlie.com/.

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12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas: Day 1 {Sevenly}

Each week Sevenly, an online store, gives a portion of their profits to that week's charity, which is why I think it's a great gift idea; you're not only giving a gift to 1 person, you're giving a gift to 2. Their products change as the charities change--weekly. That being said, I will include pictures of some of my favorite products currently being sold on sevenly.org, but those products will no longer be sold in 18 hours :) I know, I'm cruel. On the bright side, their products are always great and if you don't like what they're selling one week, you can always check back the next week to see what they're selling that week! So here are some of my favorite products from this week's collection (some of them aren't exclusively for this week and will still be sold for the next few weeks). I only chose products for their women and home lines, but they sell everything: burp clothes, alarm clocks, headphones, men's attire- everything!

This is such a cute anchor sweatshirt!

I LOVE this scarf! I'm pretty sure this will be around for a few weeks. Get it while you can!

To learn more about Sevenly and see more of their products, click here!

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OOTD: Red Tights

This is the Polyvore version of what I am wearing today :)

• The Dress: I am actually wearing a lace skirt from Loft, but the one in the photo above is a lace dress from H&M.
• Click here for the H&M dress for $34.95
• Click here for a similar dress from Macy's for $79.00
• Click here for a tutorial for a skirt that is very similar to mine
• The Jacket: I am wearing a jean jacket I got from Forever 21, but the one in the photo is from Madewell.
• Click here for a similar jacket from American Eagle for $65.95
• Click here for a similar jacket from Old Navy for $32.50
• Click here for a similar jacket from H&M for $29.95
• My Shirt: Just in case you were wondering, you can click here for the Express shirt I'm wearing. It retails at $39.90 and it seriously goes with everything.
• The Necklace: I am wearing a bubble necklace I found on Ebay, but the one in the photo is from Zad.
• Click here for a similar necklace from Charming Charlie for $13.00
• Click here for another similar necklace from Charming Charlie for $13.00
• Click here for another similar necklace from Charming Charlie for $13.00
• Click here for another similar necklace from Charming Charlie (this one's probably my favorite) for $13.00
• Click here for an Ebay seller who sells bubble necklaces in multiple colors for $7.99.
•  You can find bubble/statement necklaces at most boutiques as well!
• The Shoes: I am wearing flats from Target, but the ones in the photo are from Tory Burch (boots) and Nordstrom (flats).
• Click here for the Tory Burch boots for $525.00
• Click here for the Nordstrom flats for $167.95
• Click here for the Target flats for $21.99
• The Tights: My tights are from Walmart, but the tights in the picture are from Urban Outfitters. I am kind of obsessed with these. They are fleece lined, so they're just SUPER soft and comfortable. If you have never tried fleece lined tights, I HIGHLY recommend them.
• Click here for the tights from Walmart for $4.97
• Click here for the tights from Urban Outfitters for $16.00 (or 2 for $22)

& in honor of the 1st legit snowfall of the year (legit = it actually is sticking to the ground).....

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Fall Fashion {According to Pinterest} 2013

6 Fall trends according to Pinterest:

1. Boots. The trend last year was riding boots. This year, almost any kind of boot is fair game. Pair with some comfy legwarmers & you're good to go!

   

   Found on Pinterest

   

    These are great boots for Fall! $39.99 at Target!

   
   
2. Scarves. The infinity scarf is making an appearance again this year! I am uber excited.

   

   Found on Pinterest- Pinned from thememphisjewel.com
   

   

   My favorite infinity scarf was $20.00 at Nordstrom. {The Pointelle Infinity Scarf}

   
   
3. Crops. Even if you can't pull off skinny jeans (like myself), crops flatter almost every figure!

   

   Found on Pinterest from hellofashionblog.com

   

   My favorite cropped jeans are $29.99 at American Eagle.

   
   
4. Dark, but natural, lips. Tip for choosing a lip color: blue tones will make your teeth look whiter.

   

   Found on Pinterest, from thestylishprint.com

   

   I love the Revlon Lip Butter in Berry Smoothie! $6.48 at Walmart.

5. Braids. People are getting more and more creative when it comes to braids! I've already seen some amazing braids that are perfect for Fall.

   

   Found on Pinterest, from hair-sublime.com

   Here are some links to my favorite braid tutorials from CGH-
1. Double-Twist Bun Updo
2. Lace Braided Bun
3. Cobra Braid Side Ponytail
4. Lace Braid Headband
5. Box Fishtail Braid
6. Collared shirts + sweaters. Perfect for fall!

   

   Found on Pinterest, from simplyme091909.blogspot.com

   

   You can get this sweater at Target for $17.99 & it comes in a variety of colors. Layer with a dress shirt from Old Navy. Click here to go to Old Navy's website.
   
   
   
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