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Sale Alert: Shopbop ‘GOBIG17’

March 1, 2017

You know how I love a good sale?! And the Shopbop sale never disappoints! Mainly because it’s not a winter clearance (I, for one, am SO over winter!) but a percentage off their entire site (including sale and full-price items). Use code “GOBIG17” to save up to 25% off…hurry, prices go up March 5th at 12:00 am PT.

Shopping a big site like Shopbop can be overwhelming. I narrow my search by the following criteria:

Frame ‘Le Crop Mini Bootcut’

Denim (always). This spring I’m loving the retro vibe of straight, high-rise jeans. I’m also totally onboard with undone and staggered hems, contrasting colors, and any kind of vintage detailing. Distressing is still cool, but I’m seeing a lot without holes.

Young, Fabulous & Broke

Trend I’m still rockin’ all of the velvet that was a major trend this fall and winter. This luxe fabric, particularly in lighter colors such as dusty rose and silvery grey, can work for the warmer days of spring. If an entire piece seems too much, try an accessory (like the shoes below!). The texture and dimension will be sure to spruce up even the most simple of outfits!

Free People

Brand Searching by a designer or brand you enjoy is an easy way to refine your search. Brands I search for include Rag & Bone, Rails, The Great, Frame, Jeffrey Campbell, and Free People (to name only a few). In fact, I have this Free People dress in black and I love it so much, I have added the red to my shopping cart. It’s very versatile; I’ve paired it with flat mules and a leather jacket as well as heeled sandals. Note that I also own the blouse below in black (pictured above).

Jeffrey Campbell Mule

Accessories This sale is an excellent opportunity to update your accessories for the new season. A lighter color handbag, the new “it” shoe for the season, and a versatile belt are all on my wish list.

Below are a few other things in my shopping cart…

Rails Chambray Shirt

The Great.

Vanessa Mooney (these also come in black)

Rebecca Taylor

Quay Sunglasses

Did you know when you purchase an item (or items) from my site, I receive a small commission from the sale? You get inside sale information and great style picks, I get funding to keep my shopping habit alive…it’s a win/win! All this to say, thank you for reading my blog and supporting me. ~Jenn

Sale, Upon Sale, Upon Sale!

April 5, 2016

Spring fashions at discounted prices…what could be better?? (Ok…a lazy Sunday afternoon, a deserted beach. You got me!) Several major online and brick and mortar retailers are offering up to 25% off everything (with very few exceptions) and with no minimum purchase requirements. Act FAST! These coupons expire before the week is out!

Keep in mind this “Golden Rule” for online shopping (especially large sites like these): search by the brand you like and ones that fit you well, then narrow your search results by size (because nothing is worse than to have your heart pound as you fall in love with a size 6 shoe!). See what I’ve got my eye on below:

Shopbop: My go-to favorite online retailer with free 2-day shipping and hassle-free returns, and a great selection ranging from moderate to high-end fashion. Everything is on sale at 25% off with no minimum purchase requirement (which is rare). Use code “INTHEFAM” at checkout, good thru April 7th.

Mother

Rebecca Taylor

Vince

Bloomingdales: 25% off regular and sale items (with few exclusions). If you live in a state without a Bloomingdales, it’s your lucky day because you don’t pay sales tax (Seattle is nearly 10%…crazy!). Free shipping and returns, great customer service. And, join their loyalist plan and earn points towards savings on future purchases! Discount good thru April 10th.

Rebecca Minkoff

Michael Stars

Mara Hoffman

Intermix: Highly curated, designer fashion – a great spot to search for unique finds you won’t see everyone trolling the mall wearing. 15% off full-priced purchase with code “STYLE15”.

JADEtribe

Joie

Rails

Like my picks? You get great style recommendations and, when you shop thru my links, I get a small commission. It’s a win-win.

Happy Shopping! Thanks for reading. ~Jenn

Friday Favorites: Flannel Fashion

September 25, 2015

Hopefully you have been following all week as Kirsty and I have had fun styling plaid flannel shirts in some classic and some unexpected ways. To finish out our week of fall flannel, Friday Favorites is featuring…you guessed it, more plaid! But don’t be lured into thinking that this is as simple as a classic button-down shirt. Below you will find several of those; in addition to awesome outerwear, cozy over-sized scarfs, and lady-like skirts all constructed in soft material and lots of checks!

Rails (also above)

How great are these jeans? With flannel patches, they are a total 90’s throw-back!

Zara

Maison Scotch

Kate Spade

Thanks for following along with us this week. What are your favorite flannel pieces? What makes you mad for plaid?? (I couldn’t help it!)

Enjoy a terrific weekend! ~Jenn & Kirsty

Flannel Fashion Round-Up

September 24, 2015

Thursday’s roundup consists of two favorite outfits from the past year that are still making appearances.

Aside from being favorites, these outfits help to show the versatility of a great flannel shirt. Are you tired of hearing about flannels yet? They are just so good it’s hard to stop.

I can think of so many hashtags right now. But I won’t!

First up, grab a flannel and layer it tied around the waste. Let this be your true intention, it is perfectly fine never going around your shoulders. This is a great way if your feeling a little too exposed or need to add some definition to your waist, or interest to a great dress.

The trick to pulling this off is to keep the dress or top/bottom on the fitted side, otherwise you could end up looking sloppy.

dress – Monrow

shirt – Treasure & Bond, similar, similar

hat – Madewell

shoes – Splendid

sunglasses – Michael Kors, similar

bracelets – Guitar Strings, also available at Queen Anne Dispatch. Madewell. Gorjana.

Second. Sometimes I just don’t think about adding another layer to a layer, but I love the effect when I do take the extra second to pull it all together. Of course, this is often dictated by the state of organization my closet is in. Ugh.

Lightweight extra layers are kind of clutch during the fluctuating fall weather. There are so many great vests the season, a fur or denim vest was made for a flannel partner.

Best advice on layers, try it, and then take note. You don’t know what will work together until you try it on. Sometimes it’s surprising.

t-shirt – J.Crew Factory

flannel – Free People

vest – Sanctuary, similar {and seriously amazing}

jeans – 7 for all Mankind, Hautelook old

boots – Rag & Bone

lips – MAC in MAC Red

bracelets – Guitar Strings, also available at Queen Anne Dispatch. Madewell.

Spend some time playing dress-up. Invite your favorite, honest girlfriend over – think simon cowell not paula. Maybe bake some cookies and pop some bubbly. It’s a great way to spend an evening and boost your closet confidence.

We are all in this together.

xo,

Kirsty & Jenn.

Friday Favorites: Red, White, & Blue

June 26, 2015

Getting into the holiday spirit here, and what is more American than the parades, fireworks, and backyard BBQs we enjoy in celebration of Independence Day? Below you will find 3 4th of July inspired looks that exemplify summer’s carefree style with a nod to the good ole’ red, white, and blue.