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inspi(red)

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In honor of World AIDS Day yesterday, {av}‘s Friday’s Fancies is themed Fashionably Inspi(red). Join(RED) is a program that works all year round to eliminate this terrible epidemic, fighting to deliver an AIDS Free Generation.

The work that my classmates used to do to support this cause always made me so incredibly proud. Emerson Fights AIDS Week is put on every year by my alma mater’s Musical Theater Society and an EFA Committee, but it was, and is still, something that virtually every organization on campus participates in and donates to.

Here’s my fashionably inspi(red) outfit, what I’d wear to spread awareness!

Structured Sleeveless Skater Dress, Topshop
Ruby Red and Gold Handpainted Crystal Necklace, Spike the Punch 
Ron Ron Glitter Heels, Christian Louboutin
Poly Canvas Bow Hair Clip, American Apparel
Romeo & Juliet Book Clutch, Kate Spade 

Sequin + Shine

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I had been wondering if Anthropologie was going to give into the sequin styles this season! But in true Anthro fashion, they have made the trend their own. Here are some sparkly pieces on my lust list:

Alpheratz Sweater, $178

Twinkle Lights Pencil Skirt, $218

Wink & Rimple Dress, $228

Elena Clutch, $98

Click here to see more of the Sequin + Shine collection!

post script. Happy December! I think I’m going to make it my goal to wear at least one glittery item every day this month. Don’t worry, you know I’ll document it.

OOTD

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Linking up with The Pleated Poppy‘s What I Wore Wednesday with my Thanksgiving outfit!

I think my family would have T-Day dinner in sweats if they could, but every year I push for something a litter dressier. Hey, be thankful for what we have right??

Skirt, Lilly Pulitzer
Pashmina, Jones New York
Pearls, J Crew
Watch, Guess
Boots, Lauren Ralph Lauren 

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Santa Baby

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Ok dears. Here it is. I give you the so anthro Holiday Gift Guide.

Or, if you need it to be, my wishlist.

[1] A charm for Pandora/Chamilia bracelets, like this Pumpkin Coach one!
[2] These Kate Spade book clutches are adorable for any lover of all things classic. Choose between Emma, The Importance of Being Earnest, Romeo & Juliet, and A Tale of Two Cities.
[3] I have been lusting over these beautiful Joules Evedon Wellies ever since I first spotted them on Pinterest a couple months ago. I love my Hunters, but these would actually make me look forward to rain.
[4] American Apparel Poly Canvas and Leather Bow Clips. Ok, any bow clips really.
[5] I am loving Anthropologie’s new charm shop! They have the most delicate little charms to adorn necklaces with- so very Anthro of them 🙂
[6] Melting over these celestial blue leather gloves from J Crew.
[7] Dreaming of tropical temperatures with this Lilly Pulitzer Ditra Dress…
[8] And dreaming of a February birthday with this Lilly Pulitzer Angelie Dress.
[9] A BabyCakes Pie Pop Maker! Too cute. Or if you prefer cake pops, doughnuts, mini cupcakes, or whoopies pies, they have those too.
[10] And never can Santa go wrong with a pair of classic Tory Burch Reva Ballet Flats.

Hey, it’s nice to dream isn’t it?

Weekends at Home

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These past four days were exactly what I needed. Weekends at our new home are perfectly filled with lots of:

food. drink.

crafting.

sparkle.

seafaring.

and not-too-bad views.

I hope you all had wonderful Thanksgiving weekends full of whatever makes you happy too 🙂 Linking up with a {little} dash of ash with these Instagrams! Happy Monday!

Thankful.

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Cue typical day-before-Thanksgiving post.

But in all seriousness, I have a lot to be thankful for.

I’ll keep it short and sweet. I feel so lucky everyday for my supportive family, near and far. For my friends, old and new. For CEM II, who can brighten my day in a second.

For dance, for a job I love, for the blogging community. For cakepops, sequins, bows, chai tea lattes, pink, Pinterest, and parades.

Wishing everyone a very happy, safe, and filling Thanksgiving tomorrow. I’ll be back on Monday 🙂

Sweater, Anthropologie
Jean, Gap
Bag, Marc by Marc Jacobs
Boots, Lauren Ralph Lauren
Watch, Guess
Bracelets, vintage 

post script. It is still Wednesday though, so I’m going to link up with The Pleated Poppy for What I Wore Wednesday!

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post post script. We have a winner! Congratulations to entry #2, Lisa from a little tête-à-tête— you have won the Key To Wonderland necklace from my Shabby Apple Giveaway! Check your email soon, and thanks to all who entered!

Tuesday Shoesday: Wishlist

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With Black Friday quickly approaching, I thought this week was the most appropriate to reveal my holiday shoe wishlist. You may recognize some of these from past Tuesday Shoesdays… these are the pairs I just can’t get out of my head and wouldn’t hate to see sitting under my tree!

1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6

Oh those leopard loafers. I just love. Are shoes anywhere on your holiday wishlists this year?

Also, you have until midnight tonight to enter my Shabby Apple Necklace Giveaway! Don’t miss out on a chance to win this gorgeous vintage-inspired skeleton key necklace!

The Rookie

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I probably have the coolest roommate in town.

Meet Kayla. Actress/TV Personality/Reporter/Reality Show-turned-Real Bartender/Fashionista/Bffl.

We had fun playing in the leaves + roaming around the waterfront during the beautiful fall day that was yesterday (can you say 66 degrees in November?) and she let me use her as a photo subject since I’ve finally dusted off my old Nikon.

To see more of the photos, make sure you like Kayla Harrity on Facebook, and if you want a laugh, you have got to check out her show, The Rookie Bartender!

Dress, LF
Boots, vintage
Pashmina, Jones New York
Bracelets, Succarra