{sassy and cozy}

Mock Turtleneck // Leather Skirt // Steve Madden OTK Boots // Rebecca Minkoff Clutch (gold not online, identical) // Kendra Scott Earrings // BaubleBar Ring // NARS Lipstick in “Luxembourg”

I can’t believe I forgot to share these photos that I took a couple of months ago because the trees are stunning and I’m obsessed with this look. It’s the perfect mixture of sass and comfort in my mind! A cozy mock turtleneck paired with a leather skirt? Perfection. For those gals who are scared of wearing a leather mini – pair it with suede over the knee boots so you don’t have as much leg showing. That will help you feel covered up while still rocking some fun leather. Plus, this look was surprisingly warm! I have a feeling this outfit will be brought out for NYFW this weekend (I mean I did wear these boots for four days straight last year haha).

Love Always,

{for the love of LOVE}

Psst.. this board is shoppable! Just click the item you want to shop!

Valentine’s Day is next week and I am just so excited!! I always love an excuse to turn a simple night into something fun. Who doesn’t love love? I’m such a sucker for anything romantic and cheesy (fun fact I was labeled class romantic in high school… I’m hopeless haha). Whether you’re celebrating with your gals or a significant other it’s the perfect reason to treat someone you care about or treat yourself! I’ve been flagging all of my favorite pink things since January… so shop for yourself or the other loves of your life :)

Does anyone have fun Valentine’s Day plans? Do you like to go out or stay in? Do you make a big deal out of it or keep it simple? I personally like to keep it sweet and simple – dinner at home with a nice bottle of wine always makes me a happy camper. And flowers…. Hello Trader Joe’s $5 bouquets hehe.

Love Always,

{BoConcept Georgetown}

It's no secret that I'm obsessed with home decor and design. My day job is at an architecture firm in downtown DC! One of my favorite things to do during lunch or after work is to walk down M St in Georgetown and window shop. I always love to pop in the furniture stores to gather some inspiration for work and for my own apartment (I'm constantly changing things around - coffee table layout, bookshelf styling, pillows, bedding, you get the idea....)

BoConcept invited me in to see their store after their new redesign and I was blown away! I came out with so many ideas and a hankering for some new light fixtures. If only my building would let me install a pendant!!

If you're in the Georgetown area you have to go and check out their new store. All of the pillows and little bowls right at the front of the store are perfect to add a quick pick-up to a space that needs something fresh! They also offer interior design services if you're in the market for a full-on redesign (perfect if you're completely starting over and don't even have a vase for flowers).

I love how they weren't afraid to mix different metals - each little accessory reminded me of a jewel. Pops of color and rich fabrics and textiles were everywhere.

BoConcept is a Danish furniture and design store. Their concept is simple - surround yourself with things that you like, what's important to you, and whatever makes it easier to live the life you love. They're passionate about making customized furniture for the urban-minded home owner!

I also found the PERFECT coffee table for anyone living in a small studio!!! I was so excited about this convertible table that I had to make a gif to show y'all how it works! Isn't it cool?? It goes from a coffee table to a dining room table in less than a minute!

They exemplify "thinking better" - always trying to find the best solution for a space. The three floors of the showroom showed off multiple ideas: a sofa for sitting up or lounging, a recliner chair that appears modern, or a sleeper sofa without the bulk.

They're having a magical grand opening party next week so be sure to RSVP - they told me about some of the entertainment and it truly is going to be pure magic ;)

Love Always,

{last minute christmas shopping}

Photography by Laura

J.Crew Vest // H&M Sweater (green is in stores) // Old Navy Jeans // Leopard Flats // Baublebar Necklace c/o // Gigi New York Purse c/o // ASOS Sunglasses

Normally I have all of my Christmas shopping completed by Cyber Monday... I've made my lists before I go home for Thanksgiving, have budgeted everything out, gotten shipping addresses, and then everything is wrapped during the first two weeks of December. To say that didn't happen this year would be quite an understatement. I didn't wrap anything until I got home yesterday and I still have things to buy for friends and family. Oh, and those Christmas cards? They're going to become New Year's cards... Life just got in the way :)

So today, I'm going to go out with my little sister and knock everything out before Christmas Eve! I'll be running around in this easy combo - my J.Crew vest is always a go to because I hate lugging a heavy coat around through the stores.

Any other last minute shoppers out there?!

Love Always,

{splash of holiday red}

H&M Sweater // Express Leggings ($25) // Leopard Heels // Baublebar Earrings c/o // Gigi New York Clutch c/o // NARS Lipstick

One of my favorite holiday looks is simply adding red earrings. It's the perfect splash of color to add to any neutral outfit... and we all know how easy an all black outfit is to pull together. I've had these "scuba leggings" from Express for a couple of years now and they never fail to make me feel a little va-va-voom if you will ;) They aren't super shiny like faux leather leggings but they still have a bit of sheen to them. I think they make your legs look leaner. The best part about this outfit is that it could easily work once the holidays are over too. If you want to make it feel more festive I'd add these plaid heels! So gorgeous with that sparkle on the toe. Change up your red lip and add a fur stole for a classic glam look. Happy Holidays!

Love Always,