A while back, I did one of my favorite collabs of 2015. I created this awesome DIY Tutorial when I was working with Sony Pictures to help promote their Aloha movie! I hope you enjoy this Tutorial!!! Check out my entire post I did for Aloha HERE.
More fun with JORD Wood Watches!
So, I did another photoshoot with my newest, and more favorite accessory, my JORD wood watch! (I am modeling the Fieldcrest Watch In Maple) In this post, I am also featuring some of my other favorite clothing items! Use my link here.
So, check out al of the beautiful watches that JORD has to offer here.
Clementine Surfwear - Tie Dyes + Home Goods
Tie Dye is something that has always caught my eye. I love the intricacies in the colors fading into one another, and I love the amazing patterns that can be created by simply tying and folding fabric in certain ways. And, generally no two tie dyed pieces will ever be alike, just like a snowflake! A few years ago, I tried my hand at Tie Dying and it went well, but it takes a ton of hard work. My favorite part was always unwrapping my creations after they had been sitting overnight, and seeing what amazing things happened.
So, when Carol contacted me to see if I could help her capture the beauty of her creations, I jumped at the chance to see her work in person and show you just how wonderful her work is!
Clementine Surfwear is based in Los Angeles, and I am sure you will see that warm weather vibe in all of her work. She creates some gorgeous tie dyed clothing perfect for layering up, lounging around, heading to yoga class, or grooving at a local concert or a festival!
Tie Dye isn't just for summer! Check out these cool weather options, and layer them up with some cute socks, boots, and a scarf! Above, the tie dyed hoodie, leggings, and beanie.
HOODIES - LEGGINGS - BEANIE CAP - DISH TOWELS
Above, you can see a pink long sleeve v-neck, beanie cap, two sets of leggings, and fingerless gloves! Everything is incredibly soft, and made from super nice materials. I have a feeling I will be sporting these garments for a long time!
Another one of Carol's more recent creations are these adorable dish towels and tote bags. They say, Kiss The Cook, Drink The Wine, Kiss The Cook! These would make adorable housewarming or holiday gifts. So, check out her screen printed goods here.
And, make sure to check out Clementine Surfwear on Instagram!
50 Gift Ideas
I have some wonderful gift ideas for you. These items will be the ideal gift for any of the ladies in your life, young or old!
Happy Holidays!!!
Party Dresses + Shoes
Of course, it's that time of year, when there are so many special occasions and excuses to dress up! I found a few ideas from ModCloth, that I hope will inspire you to sparkle a little brighter this year! And, since it is chilly out, I added a few warmer options for you, some adorable jackets!
Wood Watches by JORD #jordwatch
Looking for a fun gift, made in the USA? Here is a fun idea for you! I absolutely love this unique, and very well-made Wood Watch By JORD. I am sharing the Fieldcrest Watch in Maple! It is absolutely gorgeous, it's one of the nicest pieces of jewelry I own.
See how I styled up this cute watch for the holidays, and check out our very first Stop Motion video!!! So happy with the outcome, and cannot wait to create another :)
Make sure to check out JORD Wood Watches around the web!
Website - Facebook - Instagram - #jordwatch - Pinterest
Toad&Co Gets Comfy!
I have been a long-time lover of all things Toad&Co for a while now. I wanted to share some pretty amazing clothes with you today! You may want to add for a few of these items to your Wish List too! There's still time.
Below, you will see this gorgeous, Intermezzo Jacket in Zuni Turquoise. This is THE most comfortable Zip-Up I own, I just love it. The fit is beyond perfect.
You can check out the other blog post I created with my Toad&Co clothing here.
I also wanted to show you this adorable tunic top, The Tamaya Long Sleeve Tunic, in Falcon Brown Nordic Print, is my other favorite top right now. It's the perfect length to wear with leggings and boots.
The Toad&Co clothing is all so comfy and wonderful! I definitely recommend checking out their clothing, you will be happy you did!
Nordstrom Rack + Lily The Wandering Gypsy
A little while back, I collaborated with Nordstrom Rack! They have some pretty wonderful items, for a fraction of the price you would normally find at Nordstrom. I got to choose from hundreds of items, within certain brands, and I chose all sorts of lovely accessories.
This Mint Tote from Nine West (The It Girl Tote) is really beautiful. I love the size of it and used it for a long time, right until it got too chilly to be wearing as bright of a purse. The little laser cut flowers show off a bronze metallic layer underneath, I love how it shines!
Also, these Sam Edelman Studded Sandals are very cute! They make an outfit look a lot dressier then other sandals. They are a little bit tight in the toes, though, so I would recommend getting a half size larger than normal.
Next, the J. Simpson Camellia Stud Satchel, below, and the Lucky Brand Alixis Flats were cute as well. I thought that styling them with these ripped up and distressed jeans was great! I normally would prefer a darker colored purse, but if you do like lighter colors, this one may be for you. The Lucky Brand Flats have this cute little bow at the back, and the back was even stretchy, making them more comfortable. With these shoes, I would recommend even going a half size smaller or just right at your average size, so that they don't slide off your feet. These could really be dressed up quite a bit!
I also chose this black, Nine West Angular Zipper Satchel and the Kate Spade New York Cooper Pyramid Stud Leather Strap Watch. The watch was my absolute favorite item of all. Extremely comfortable, and I also love the colors! The purse was extremely sturdy, and only had hand held handles, so if you prefer a more structured purse, you might like this one.
Love this watch!! Kate Spade really knows what's up :)
e.l.f. Cosmetics #PlayBeautifully
I have used e.l.f. cosmetics for a long time, I love their price point, and the packaging is always so attractive! So, I wanted to share a few of their newest goodies from e.l.f. to inspire you to #PlayBeautifully! I also encourage you to check out @elfcosmetics on Instagram to see what they are up to!
So, the makeup pictured is as follows (all products from e.l.f.). I absolutely LOVE the Moisturizing Lipstick. The shade is also incredibly versatile, and has a very natural look to it. It was definitely moisturizing, which is hard to find most of the time. I think I will be picking up as many of these lipsticks as I can hold in my little hands next time I go to Target :)
Moisturizing Lipstick in Marsala Blush ($3), Kiss It Goodbye Lip Color Remover ($3), Prism Eyeshadow in Sunset ($10), Precision Liquid Eyeliner ($3), On The Spot Blotting Papers ($5), and the Illuminating Palette ($6).
I'm loving this moisturizing lipstick from e.l.f. in Marsala Blush.
A Gift Guide For Her - In Black And White
I have to say, black is the most versatile and universally worn color, in my opinion. If you are looking for something to get that special gal in your life, here are a few ideas for you! Click on the items to shop!
Happy Holidays!
And, here is an image you can pin! Click through on the above image, or pin the below one. Thanks!!
4 DIY Christmas Gift Tutorials - By Lily The Wandering Gypsy
Check out my Pinterest Board here - https://www.pinterest.com/happysolez/a-hankering-to-be-making-this/
This DIY Planner is one of my most popular blog posts! Check out how easy it would be to make one, and give as a gift.
Also, check out my pin board, A Hankering To Be Making This for TONS of ideas!
These amazing No-Bake Cheesecakes are made with animal crackers instead of traditional graham crackers. These would make amazing gifts for the holidays, since they are individually packaged.
All you need is 3 materials for these super easy, Tassel Earrings, and they make a thoughtful gift.
These Glitzy Tree Earrings are also a cute and festive gift idea you could make for a friend, and then make yourself a matching pair! These turned out really great!
Fall Favorites with Toad&Co
A little while back I visited a pumpkin patch and chose the most perfect pumpkin ever! I wanted to stop at Rendleman Orchards so many times, and was so happy I finally did! The season is about over mid-November, but during the summer and fall, you can visit their adorable shop, The Farmer's Market, and get apple cider donuts, amazing apple cider, all sorts of other food and gift items, and more. If you are looking for the best pumpkins in southern Illinois, look no further! You can pick your own, or choose one they have all ready for you at the shop.
The best part about this day was the fact that I got to sport some Toad&Co clothing! I have loved Toad&Co ever since they had a totally different name (Horny Toad). I found a pair of their shorts at some cool shop on one of our travels, and as soon as we got back home I ordered two more pairs. I have such a hard time finding shorts and pants that fit me properly, that aren't super short, but aren't unflatteringly long. Toad&Co came through for me, and I love them for it.
One of the items I am wearing here, is the Women's Printed Lean Leggings in Falcon Brown Print. These leggings have not pilled yet, which is amazing. Make sure to get your size, rather than sizing up. I am kind of curvy, so I ordered one size larger than I thought. These have a very forgiving fit, so just make sure you go with your normal size. The material is beautiful, I love the different shades of brown together, and the print is cute. They're very versatile!
The shirt I am wearing is the Intermezzo Pullover, in Tyrian Purple. It has two pockets on the front, which I love, and a secret pocket that has a hidden zipper to keep small items like cash, cards, or a house key. This would be a great go-to shirt for a million different reasons. It's warm, but breathable, which is a must for me.
I reached out to them a little while ago, to let them know how wonderful their items are, and they graciously sent me some things to review. I was extremely happy when the package arrived at my door. These clothes fit extremely well, and wow, are they well-made! No pilling at all, and I have been wearing them pretty regularly.
Cabbie even helped me out, modeling for this project :) She really doesn't like the camera at all. We point the thing at her, and she looks away, or even just plain gets up and leaves. This day, I think she really had a lot of fun at the pumpkin patch, so she humored me for just a few photos.
I just love these clothes! They were perfect for a day out, picking pumpkins.
These leggings are great, super comfy and NOT see-through like some out there! I have worn them with my taller boots a lot, too, and they are so cute.
Have you ever worn anything by Toad&Co? If so, comment below and let me know what you have!
Be sure to check out the Intermezzo Pullover, and the Women's Printed Lean Leggings. They go together so well, it's an outfit match made in Heaven! A special thanks to Toad&Co. for being so awesome!
And, look for another upcoming post where I feature a few more of their items, soon!
CHECK OUT TOAD&CO
Website - Facebook - Instagram - Pinterest
Beautiful Sweaters Just For You!
I am a bit obsessed with sweaters since it's getting so chilly (low of 22 tonight!). Here are a few ideas for you! Click on any of the images to go to the page where you can purchase it. Enjoy!!
Feel free to visit my New Arrivals Page for more items.
Erin Pelicano Necklaces
Looking for an incredible gift that is not only thoughtful, but really well made? Here are some ideas for you! Erin Pelicano has designed some amazing pieces for the women in your life.
Erin reached out to me to help showcase her work. In these photos, I wanted to convey just how beautiful the necklaces are, and how wonderful they would be for a Christmas or holiday gift.
All of Erin's jewelry arrives in a beautiful gift box, with her signature on it in silver. Her whole presentation is spot on! You could probably tie a ribbon around the box and consider it wrapped.
This one, below, I'm going to have to gift to myself, I think :) I absolutely love it!
These necklaces are going to make some incredible Christmas presents!!! Check out her website HERE.
Boots by Lulu's
I absolutely love the Lulu's website Their clothes are all super affordable, all amazingly cute, and really versatile. They sell tons of shoes, and I found some pretty cute booties, perfect for wearing with your favorite skinny jeans! Enjoy! Click the image to be taken to their whole collection.
10 Scarves Under $10.00
It is officially chilly and I wanted to share a few cute scarves with you...all for $10 or less! Click the images to shop.
Happy Shopping! Comment below to let us know where you find the best scarves!
Black and Tan - A Dressy Fall Outfit
Here is a cute outfit idea for a dressy occasion! Fall cocktails with friends, date night, or even a family get-together would be great if you are wearing this outfit! Enjoy!
FIND THE ITEMS HERE:
I created this cute outfit on Polyvore!
Fall Clothing Desires
Aah, Fall! It is feeling more chilly these days, making me want to put on as many layers as I can, while still looking great! Below, I wanted to share a few layered outfits I want to aspire to! Click on any of the images to shop for these incredible items!
A Cozy And Refined Outfit For Fall
It's finally here! Chilly, wonderful, Fall weather! Scroll down to shop all of these items! Enjoy :)
This exact Chloe Blazer is sold out, but you can find a similar one here.
Check out the beanie (above), or shop other similar ones (below).
Coming Soon!! Shop the rest of the outfit below...
Emma Stine Limited
I have loved Emma Stine Limited for a LONG time. Their clothing and jewelry is gorgeous and would make any woman feel special. They recently asked me to model and photograph some of their items! I was so excited to collaborate with them. Below, you can see what I created!
Below, I featured a few of my favorite images from the project. To view the whole photo shoot, please visit MY PORTFOLIO :) There are so many more photos to see! Enjoy!
Learn more about these earrings - click here.
