Hooray for H&M.

Well the day all of my local fashion friends have been waiting for has arrived - our local H&M has opened!  I've been hearing mixed reviews on the store.  Some are loving it, some are underwhelmed.  Regardless, I hope to stop in soon (clearly NOT on Black Friday) and here's what I have my eye on....

Lace Jacket, $24.95

So darling for the holidays with jeans or black pants.  Could be cute for my planned New Year's Night In.

Suede Platform Shoe, $34.95

These could be the answer to my bootie debacle. 

Long Knit Cardigan, $29.95

So cozy.  I actually think the whole outfit is cute...but don't think I will be attempting the winter short look.

Striped Jersey Top, $14.95

I'm a sucker for a stripe and I love the drop shoulder.  This could easily be my new go-to tee. 

Local readers - have you been to the new store yet?  What did you think?

The Laurens.

Have you seen these images of Lauren Bush Lauren (try not to laugh about her name...what are the odds??) 

She wears Ralph Lauren (duh) and so does he.  I'm not crazy about his attire, but that wedding dress is crazy good.  And kind of surprising for her (to me) and for Ralph.  Much more intricate and over the top than I would have imagined. 

Antique tulle hand embroidered with Swarovski Elements, beads and pearls.  I also kind of dig her head piece too - very hippie meets haute. 

And I'm sure we all saw the Oprah episode that she filmed at the Double RL Ranch in Colorado...so we know the setting of their recent nuptials was insane too. 

Makes me want to hop on a horse and ride west....

Glitter is Good.

In college, when we would get ready for a big night on the town, it would usually involve an eyebrow wax and a new coat of nail polish.  And if we were feeling extra special, glittery nail polish.  Clearly, we were waaaaay ahead of the time back in the late 90's as the glitter nail is back en vogue.

Back in the day, I preferred Revlon's Nail Glitter Top Coat.  It was a PAIN to take off, but it was cute and sparkly - perfect for a bunch of gals in their 20's.   

(And actually, I still think Revlon  makes a pretty good, cheap polish.  Vixen is a fave.  Mine always stays put for a while.) 

But today, it seems 10 fingers of glitter is overkill.  Just one finger, preferably the ring finger, will do.  Loving the subtlety here...

...and the statement making finger here...

I think it's all pretty fun - and festive for the holidays.  Have you tried ring finger bling yet?

Boys Bow Tie.

With the Holidays just around the corner, it's time for me to start thinking about what to where when.  Thanksgiving Dinner...Family pictures...Breakfast with Santa.  We have a photo-op event almost every weekend. 

I always like to start by planning The Bug's outfit and this year, I think it's going to involve a bow tie.

Brooks Brothers Stewart Bow Tie, $34.50

It's an easy way to add a festive feel to his every day khakis and button down look.  Plus, it's less of an investment than a new shirt or Holiday sweater. 

Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool Bow Tie, $29.99

It's a big look for a little boy, but I know mine can pull it off.

Crewcuts Derby Plaid Bow Tie, $22.50

I'll make it less formal by pairing it with cords and if he's feeling fashionable that day, a denim shirt. 

What will your babies wear this Holiday season?

Bootie-licious

I've discovered that I need a new "going out" shoe.  I ran in to a fashion emergency when dressing for a night out over the weekend.  I wanted to wear something with height and none (seriously NONE) of my heels were appropriate for the weather we are having - too much skin showing,  too open of a toe, too uncomfortable, etc. 

I ended up wearing my go-to shoe (J. Crew Alecia Suede Pump, for those interested) but decided a bootie needs to be in my future. 

Stuart Weitzman Wrapitup Bootie

Michael Kors Leslie Bootie

While these two are definitely in the lead for me, I'm still on the fence.  I already know The Texan will HATE this style of shoe.  Many of them also have too much of a sky-high skinny heel as well.

Any great pairs I may be missing?  What are your thoughts on the bootie?

Stella & Dot, part deux.

I had a chance to host my 2nd Stella & Dot Trunk Show last night and as expected, it did not disappoint.  (You may remember my 1st Trunk Show here.)

It's always fun to get together with girlfriends and on the windy rainy night we had in KC, a glass of wine and a roomful of jewels was just what everyone needed.

My stylist had a great selection of some of their newest pieces including this beauty.

Cute, huh?  Perfect for making your holiday outfits a little more festive.  Called the Madeline necklace, this one ended up going home with a dear friend of mine.

Some of the night's most popular pieces included their amazing earrings...

Goddess Teardrop Earrings.

Deco Drop Earrings.

Chantilly Lace Earrings.

...unique assortment of bracelets...

Garbo Link Bracelet.

Chantilly Lace Cuff.

...and this guy...who may or may not have gone home with me!

Leona Pendant.

He looked so cute with the rust colored shirt I was wearing lats night, but would be equally cute with a simple tee, jeans and a blazer.  Can't wait to introduce him to my other Stella & Dot pieces!

If you are interested in ordering any of the above (or something of your own choosing), click here.  You can order through me until November 12.  (Just make sure you select your hostess as me, Sarah!)

PS - Stella & Dot does the "arm party" very, very well.  Check it out!  I want one of everything.

Love for Leopard.

I REALLY WANT THIS TOTE.

And the Boden website tells me it's not available for 9 weeks.  NINE!  Which makes me want it even more.

It would be such a cute travel tote.  It's a bit pricey for a hasty decision though.  But it just looks so darn cute.  And pretty practical with lots of compartments and room for all things I carry.

A touch of leopard totally makes the outfit.

Are you into the leopard craze?