End of Season SALE

We're having a FANTASTIC 40% off Sale!  

Over 100 pieces are marked down AND all are backed by our amazing lifetime guarantee!

Check out my online boutique today.

I also have a one time use $25 off a $75 purchase coupon to offer to one lucky reader!  Leave a comment with your favorite piece from our SALE and winner will be selected at random and announced on Monday, Dec 30th (please leave your email address so that winner can be contacted).

I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and are looking forward to the new year!

Lots of love and blessings in this holiday season...

xo

Happy Thanksgiving...Let the Holidays begin!

Hi Sweet Friends,

I hope you had a very HAPPY THANKSGIVING and hope you're enjoying lots of quality time with loved ones and left overs.

It's been such a busy month {hence the neglected blog posts}.  From our 3 week flooded apartment fiasco, to celebrating 3 years of marriage with my handsome groom, traveling to SoCal for a week long worship leader's conference to preparing for and hosting Thanksgiving.  A whirlwind, I tell you!

Here's a little peek of the past month...

{Hubby & I at the CCWL Conference}

{My Thanksgiving table}

{Gluten Free Apple Pie Success!  I was so proud of this!}

{My first turkey ... also successful!  So happy it didn't disappoint.}

{I've been busy busy crocheting gifts for loved ones and decided to restock my Etsy shop with a few items...I'm offering FREE shipping to PPS friends, use code : PPSFREESHIP}

I've so missed blogging, and look forward to pulling together some of my favorite Christmas decor ideas and recipes...happy shopping this weekend.  Be safe!

XO

Fashion Friday : Nine to Five

9-5: Dress Me Up and Take Me Out! The Work Dress

{via shabby apple}

Hello there from FL, Chesli again for your Fashion Friday!

Probably the easiest outfit to put together for work is a dress...because you don't actually have to put it together. It's like the pop-tart of outfits. It's done in a ding, and I leave my closet singing, glory to the heavens, I'm going to be on time!

{via J.Crew}

But the best part to me about work dresses is that they can so easily transform into a dinner outfit, party outfit, anything-after-work outfit! If you need to, you can always throw on a blazer or cardigan to make it work appropriate, such as with a strapless dress. 

I just stumbled upon the darlingest website of classy women's clothes under $100, shabby apple. Here are some of their looks...

I like to bring a change of shoes, a clutch, and fun accessories to exchange with my simple work accessories. Work dresses make such good bases to build upon.

Kick off your flats and strap on your boots!

 Or dress it up! I adore this feel of old, Hollywood class...

{all via shabby apple}

Would you wear a dress to work?

Happy dressing!

- C

Fashion Friday : Summer Scarves

Summer is winding down but I am not ready for the warm weather to be over. There is one chilly weather trend that I am delighted has carried over into summer though: the scarf. Whether made out of silk, chiffon or cotton, the summer scarf is lighter and sometimes brighter than a winter scarf. It is an easy way to accessorize any outfit, from a dress to cut-off jean shorts.

Wear over a Tee-shirt or tank top to add a splash of color to your outfit. Pair with a jeans and sandals for a late summer look!

Summer Scarves can be tied and wrapped in endless possibilities! Be creative! As with any accessory, there are so many varieties of scarves to choose from. 

For a unique twist, pair your scarf (or scarves!) with multiple necklaces and bracelets!

What do you think of the Summer Scarf trend? How would YOU wear it? 

- Jamie
Fashionista Musings

- images via theInsideStoop, OneFineDae, Refinedstyle


Edit // Speaking of scarves...Amber over at Happy Wife Happy Life is doing a scarf swap!!  How fun??  Click on her link to join the fun!

Home : Pretty Little Supplies

I don't know about you, but as a kid the larger than life "Back 2 School" posters were terrifying to see mounted from the rafters in my local Target and Walmart, but despite my fear of returning to prison school, my heart did do a little dance when I remembered we would soon be supply shopping.

The glorious aisles glistened with brightly colored markers and crayons, Lisa Frank folders and trapper keepers {remember those?  I cherished mine!}, binders and pencil pouches, scissors and glue, rulers and erasers, lined paper and construction paper, lunch boxes and backpacks, the list goes on.  I was in heaven.

Long gone are the days of supply shopping, but not much has changed when it comes to my affinity for beautiful stationery, brightly colored pens, pretty stamps or decorated tape.  Who says you can't have beautiful office supplies??

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1 | Stapler by Poppin

2 | Custom Address Stamp by Pencil Shavings Studio

3 | Journals by Moleskine

4 | LePen by Uchida

5 | Washi Tape by CuteTape.com

6 | Shabby Chic Supply Holder by Beach Blues

Are you a lover of pretty supplies? What's your favorite thing to splurge on?

xxoo...

Fashion Friday : Clutch & Run!

So it's still sumer {in case you haven't noticed}.  Sure, all of the "back-to-school" campaigns would like us to believe that summer is over and fall is here, but I'm still sporting my bright summer colors, stripes & sandals.

To continue celebrating summer, I've collected a few of my favorite clutches!  Perfect for day or night, these trendy little, light weight and versatile pouches can add pizzaz to any outfit!

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Ranging from $12.00 - $200.00, surely you can find one to fit any budget.  I just love #1 & #2, they just scream summer - isn't that anchor adorable?  And the woven chevron print, what a great summer touch.  I think #4 would be great for evening.  I actually own #3 and love it.  {I get compliments every time I leave the house with it.}

What's your favorite? 

Hubby & I are off to San Francisco for the weekend to see Les Miserables on broadway - I'm sure I'll have plenty to share via instagram if you'd like to follow along.  Have a wonderful weekend & Happy Friday!! 

xxoo

Fashion Friday : Top Five Affordable Wedge Heels for Summer!

One of the hottest shoe trends for Summer 2012 is the Wedge Heel. Thankfully,
for us gals on a budget, these fashionable sandals can also be affordable. 

Here are my top five choices for fabulous summer wedges featuring styles by
Steve Madden, J. Crew and Charlotte Russe:

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                                                    Wedges by jamiercollyer featuring navy sandals

Tell me, are you into wedges?

Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

xxoo - Jamie

Fashion Friday : Necklines that Shine

I've never been one for gaudy necklaces, but recently the bold colorful jewels that are gracing necklines have caught my eye {in a much more appealing way}.  I love the pop of color, the feminine designs and the chunky shapes.  From $18 - $200, you'll find something to fit any budget.  Go ahead - dress up that simple white button up, a plain tee or that dress that's just missing something!

{The above JCrew look alike is a fraction of the price}

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While it's hard to say I love just one, I think #8 and #10 are two of my favorites.  What do you think?  Are you a fan??

Happy Friday Friends!

Fashion Friday : Ring, Ring

I'm a girl who loves details.  Details can so easily be overlooked, but when done well, can make such a big impact.

Today's fashion spotlight shines on the {sometimes over looked} finger.  Rings!  A ring, whether it be just one great big fashion statement, or several smaller layered upon each other, has the potential to bring completion to an outfit.  With etsy and other handmade websites, it's easy to come away with an affordable, one-of-a-kind piece that makes you swoon.

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What's your take on rings?

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!  I'm off to a retreat with some beautiful ladies.  See you Monday!

Lots of love...

Fashion Friday : Summer Trend - The Chevron Print

One  of the hottest prints this season is the Chevron print. This zig zag print is showing up on everything from couch pillows to blouses to throw rugs. Seen from the runways to gas stations and everywhere in between! If you do not already own at least one item in Chevron print, you should. This print is versatile and flattering on almost every body type.

For the warmer summer weather try a dress, cut just above the knee, in a bright color. The longer sleeves on this LaPosh dress will also carry you into Autumn and beyond without being too heavy for summer.

Another idea: Pair a Chevron print blouse with bright colored trousers and large, chunky jewelry. This combines several summer trends without looking like you are “trying to hard”. If you are wearing an oversized blouse, be sure to pair it with slim cut pants, so as not to add extra bulk to your outfit! Try Chevron shaped rings and bracelets to add pizzazz to your outfit.

A fabulous way to rock the Chevron print is with an amazing pair of wedges from Anthropologie. These trendy shoes would pair easily with everything from jeans to a cotton dress to a little black dress.

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Have fun finding ways to incorporate this HOT summer trend into your wardrobe. Consider it an investment, the Chevron print won’t be leaving the spotlight anytime soon.

Xxoo ~ Jamie

Fashion Friday : Mixing It Up

Since moving to Monterey, I've had to rethink my wardrobe. Tank tops, shorts, sandals and summer dresses aren't exactly my summer staples anymore - think jeans, flats and light cardigans.

Never in my life, did I imagine I'd be {comfortably} sporting jeans all year round. That said, I only have ONE pair of jeans at the moment. {I had two, but the second pair lost a button after several years of wear, so they're out.} With that, I'd say I'm in need of another pair...or five. Until I can splurge on a really great pair {I'm pretty picky about my denims, and I like to consider jeans as an "investment" if I'm going to be getting so much wear out of them} I'm trying to incorporate a few of my old summer go-to's without being too chilly. Thanks to pinterest, I can much better visualize my own wardrobe in several different ways. I'm now mixing my former summer with my former winter pieces to avoid spending a small fortune on entirely new clothes...tank tops + blazers, maxi dresses + cardigans + a belt, blouses + jeans + a scarf. Here are some of my favorite Photos of inspiration:

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How are you mixing it up this summer??