WHITE DENIM + THE THIRD-PIECE RULE.

White is actually my very favorite (non)color to wear, so when wearing white year-round became acceptable, I was pretty eager about it. You guys, I've said it before and I'll say it again, nothing beats AG Jeans. This pair is a little looser than my beloved ankle leggings, which makes them perfect for cuffing at the ankle. My legs are short compared to my freakishly long torso, so my jean-to-bootie ratio just looks better with a little skin peek-a-boo in between. These are also skinny enough to tuck into a knee-high boot, which is exactly what I plan to do with them next.

Side note: I have been LIVING BY the "third-piece rule" ever since reading this post on WHO WHAT WEAR. It is the simplest, but it makes total sense. Basically, you just add a "third-piece" (i.e. a blazer, a scarf, or a belt) to any outfit to make it a little more complete, and make you a LOT more style-savvy. With this simple sweater + jeans combo, I opted for adding the denim jacket around my waist to break up the black and white. A side piece, if you will. (too soon?) Technically, the scarf could also be my third-piece, but I got a little carried away. What's your favorite third-piece?
PHOTOGRAPHY BY MOET ON STELLA

You can find most of this outfit on shopalix.com, which is kind of amazing news considering you Gilties can use discount code: GACShopAlix for 15% off of your entire order! This friendship is just the gift that keeps on giving, isn't it?

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NYE STYLE RECAP.

Happy New Year!! Has everyone made and broken their resolutions? I am not a big resolution girl myself, I just usually decide to focus on trying to better myself in small ways here and there. I love Bethenny Frankel's quote, "Do what you can." As long as you are doing what you can, you can never disappoint yourself. Today for me that meant sleeping in, watching HGTV over my mid-morning coffee and finishing tonight with a 3 mile walk and some couch time with Coco girl. Doesn't take much! 

Let's talk NYE for one more minute. I found this fun gold foil jumpsuit at Topshop in Nordstrom. It was $75 and I bought it and then promptly returned it. I can be very indecisive. Anyway, I decided I wanted it again, went back to grab it and found it on sale for $37! MAJOR win. This is what I call "outFATE"..outfit fate. Thank you, shopping Gods.
I wore this H&M blazer as my jacket, which I eventually shed and abandoned at the coat check. NYE, y'all. Never fear, she is home now safe & sound. I also decided to throw it back to the hoop earring. Shout out, Icing.

This is the only pic I have of the BCBG booties I wore with it. Super comfy and they hit at a flattering part of the ankle, which is VERY important in a bootie when you are bare-leggin' it. I got these at DSW, but there are tons of similar options available right now.
Thursday I was super impressed with myself for popping out of bed and turning my swag on, like Willow Smith. Just snagged these burgandy French Connection pumps at DSW. The hat is Forever 21!
After such a fun few days, Coco and I spent most of yesterday and today like this. My mom got me this Nate Berkus throw for Christmas and neither of us are ever moving from underneath it. Back to the grind tomorrow, kittens! I am shooting some great looks this week, so stay tuned!

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GIFT GUIDE PART 3: STOCKING.

The stocking is here to prove that good things DO come in small packages. Sometimes this is the hardest part of my shopping, I swear! My dad LOVED Christmas more than anyone ever, and he absolutely passed that love down to me. Instead of just opting for filler, I make sure every stocking stuffer is well-thought out and meaningful. Have I mentioned that I am a total shopping obsessed lunatic? About 394 times? Oh, perfect. Moving on..
stocking stuffers
1. ON/OFF MUG 2. EPISLIM 3. ROLL-UP FLATS 4. MATCHES 5. RING 6. TRAVEL BAGS
7. KATE SPADE GLOVES 8. CHEERS CANDLE
9. BOWTIE 10. TOM FORD SOAP 11. BEARD LUBE 12. SHAVE BRUSH 13. CUFFLINKS
14. FLASK 15. WHISKEY STONES 16. J.CREW GLOVES
As always, click each link above to shop!

See what I mean?? The stocking is SO much fun. I love mixing cheapies like that cute little sweater-clad flask from Nordstrom (literally less than $10!!) with higher end finds like those timeless Kate Spade gloves (that are also smartphone friendly!). Even Kate knows some of the hottest texting happens in colder weather, am I right? Amen. Also super important..useful hair-removing gifts like the fuss-free Epislim, as well as that old school little men's shaving brush I found at Target for just $19. Let's all vow to remain fuzz-free until warmer months. It's just nicer that way.

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TROPIC TOPICS.

Summer is coming to a close a lot faster than I had anticipated. I plan to spend the rest of it rocking as many prints as possible, including these amazing jungle leggings from FOREVER 21. They were $13, people. I find it very hard to pass up anything I can wear that costs less than most of my Starbucks runs. It's all about opportunity costs. Let's forget I just made any sort of Finance 101 reference and move on to the fun part...
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Peplum Top: H&M (similar)
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Monogram Envelope Clutch: Tiffanys & Me
Showing a little hometown love today with this amazing envelope clutch from Tiffanys & Me. I chose a bright pink on pink scenario, but you can see everything they offer on Instagram. Tons of cute options for football season, and most of it is under $25. Amaze.
palm, print, leggings, monogrammed clutch
palm, print, leggings, monogrammed clutch
Jungle Leggings: Forever 21 (Sold Out) Similar Here and Here
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Cork Wedges: DSW, by Luxury Rebel (similar)
Sunglasses: Rayban
Necklaces: J.Crew
Photography by Moet on Stella
Something about these pantaloons makes me want to take the rest of the day off and blast Guns N' Roses. Hope you all have the most fabulous of Tuesdays!

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AIRPORT STYLE: THE EURO EDITION.

Airport style is weirdly one of my very favorite things. It's probably one of the top categories of outfits that I pin, and something I seriously consider before every trip. I have no idea why this is so intriguing to me, but if I had to pick someone to blame, it would be Us Weekly. In fact, I can blame about 94% of my issues on Us Weekly. Their issues = my issues. Ew, see what I did there? Ha.

My airport style mantra is all about comfort. Comfort & the color black. If I were to start a line of airport clothing, it would simply be called, "Black Comfort." Do with that what you will. I am a very goth traveler, what can I say? 

This Missoni duffle was an AMAZING TJMaxx find.
TOP: Piko / ANKLE LEGGING: Express
PURSE: Aldo (old)
PANAMA HAT: Forever21
SUNGLASSES: Sole Society
BOOTIES: Target (old)
LONG CHAIN: Express
ARROW NECKLACE: Stella & Dot
Photography by Moet on Stella

T-minus 24 hours until we are airborn. #finalcountdown

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