J.Crew Factory: 40% Off

J.Crew Factory online was just the best idea. I don't live near outlets anymore, and having access to the slightly less expensive variations on J.Crew is a very good thing. It's even better when they offer an additional 40% off their sale items. Here are my favorite finds:

1 - Chambray Popover - $26.70 (Orig. $68.00)
2 - Printed Pencil Skirt in Stretch Cotton - $35.70 (Orig. $85.00)
3 - Factory Stripe Knit Pocket Blazer - $29.70 (Orig. $98.00)
4 - Fireball Stud Earrings - $11.70 (Orig. $22.50)
5 - Skinny Calf Hair Belt - $14.70 (Orig. $39.50)
6 - Factory Skimmer Pant - $26.70 (Orig. $59.50)
7 - Printed Scoopneck Blouse - $20.99 (Orig. $78.00)
8 - Boatneck Tie-Waist Dress - $11.70 (Orig. $59.50)
9 - Classic Crewneck Cardigan in Leopard - $14.99 (Orig. $74.50)

Don't forget to enter MOREPLEASE at check out to get the discount.

Look For Less: D'Orsay Flats

I spotted this loo for less and had to share.

Jenni Kayne D'Orsay Flats - Farfetch -  $450.00
D'Orsay Pointed Toe Flats - Forever 21 - $19.80

What do you think? Something you would wear?

Our Life: Tate Gets Stitches

We had a rude awakening this weekend - literally. As Tate was on his way to crawl in our bed (something he does every night) he tripped and hit the bridge of his nose on the cheap metal bed frame that holds the box spring.

It was the scariest thing I have ever experienced. Head wounds bleed so much and at first I couldn't tell what the source was. I put pressure on it immediately while Steve rushed around getting ready to the hospital - which is when my body decided it was too much and almost gave out on me. My hearing went and my muscle pressure followed. It was all I could do to stay conscious. Somehow we made it to the car & rushed to the small local emergency room. We were the only people waiting (our first good luck). They stitched him up quickly and we were on our way home an hour later.

He is handling it like a champ, but I still get teary eyed thinking about that perfect face with a scar.

I know it's cliche, but parenting really is like having your heart walking around in the world. This kid is the best thing to ever happen to us, and I am just so relieved it wasn't something worse.

We'll be taking this week slow, but don't forget that today is a great day to find good deals in the retail world.

Uber Chic Studio: Custom iPhone Cases

I'm really excited to tell you about a project I have been working on for a few weeks. I will be selling custom iPhone cases in my new shop, Uber Chic Studio.

I have a few designs ready to go, and a few really exciting ones in the works. If you are in the market for a new case, have a look around!

1 - Hello Love
2 - Grey Pin Dot
3 - Floral Monogram
4 - Navy Dots & Heart
5 - Hearts
6 - Spotted & Frame
7 - Horse & Banner
8 - Hello Bunting

My favorite part is the colors and text will be completely customizable and the cases will be manufactured on an individual basis. If you are interested in one of our designs for a device not listed, please let me know. We would be happy to design a case for your Samsung Galaxy S3, Kindle Fire, Apple iPad, iPhone 3, iPhone 4, iPhone 4s, iPhone 5 or iPod Touch 4G.

And because I love you all so much, enter UBERCHIC10 at checkout to receive a 10% discount. 

Which is your favorite?

DIY: Heart Project Round Up

With Valentine's Day approaching, I am feeling an extra pull toward hearts (I am loving hearts anyway, but V-Day is a great excuse!)

I have rounded up 9 of my very favorite easy heart themed DIY project tutorials.

1 - Sequin Heart Shirt via Say Yes to Hoboken
2 - Painted Heart Bag via V and Co.
3 - Felted Heart Sweater via Say Yes to Hoboken
4 - Suede Shoulder Heart Patches via A Subtle Revelry
5 - Cross Stitch Heart Sweater - Me
6 - Heart Print Jeans via My Little Secret
7 - Make Your Own Heart Sweater via A Beautiful Mess
8 - Felted Wool Heart Elbow Patch via Honestly WTF
9 - Lace Heart Cardigan via Sincerely Kinsey

Have you attempted any of these? I am totally fascinated by the felted projects (3 & 8).

Spied: Asos Floral Wiggle Dress

I'm a huge fan of Asos dresses. I am especially fond of the wiggle style dress. The vintage inspired cut reminds me of something Jackie Kennedy would wear. I was so excited to see that two of my favorite prints are on sale right now.

Wiggle Dress In Floral Print | Wiggle Dress In Spot Print - $39.58 (Orig. $73.88)

ASOS has quite a few modest dresses under $50 right now.
Here are a few good ones:

Midi Dress With Back Detail And Belt 

Wiggle Dress In Lace 

Midi Dress With Ballet Wrap 

Wiggle Dress In Color Block With Belt 

River Island Chelsea Girl Lace Dress With Belt 

As always, I am super impressed with ASOS's selection.
Don't forget they offer free shipping on everything. 

Inspired: J.Crew First Look at Spring

January is a mighty strange time for fashion inspiration. After the holidays are over, all the retail companies gear up for spring. But seeing as there will be snow on the ground for several months more, it gets tricky. Even in my sub tropical climate, January & February are the chilliest months and are better suited to boots and sweaters than sandals and shorts.

This, in no way, changes my excitement for bright hues & spring styles. Here are the latest inspiration looks over at J.Crew.

That polka dot blouse? Forget about it!

Since we are talking J.Crew, I should mention that they are offering 30% off of their clearance section with coupon code STYLEFIND. Here are a few notable finds (all under $30):

Boy shirt in colorblock oxford

Café capri in wool

Circle lace top

Peplum stripe top

Tissue turtleneck tee

Sale: J.Crew Extra 30% Off

J.Crew is having a killer sale right now. Some of my very favorite things are on sale. I mean, look at the sequin tee!

1 - Memo dress in Super 120s - $69.99 (Orig. $188)
2 - Schoolboy blazer in velvet - $55.95 (Orig. $178)
3 - Jackie pullover - $27.99 (Orig. $65)
4 - Sequin stripe tee - $20.99 (Orig. $128)
5 - Tippi sweater in polka dot - $27.99 (Orig. $89.50)
6 - Abstract diamond three-quarter sleeve top - $24.15 (Orig. $49.50)
7 - Perfect-fit mixed-tape cardigan - $20.99 (Orig. $49.50)
8 - Patent leather square-buckle belt - $10.49 (Orig. $39.50)
9 - Mirrored floral tee - $24.15 (Orig. $49.50)

So many pretty things, so many good prices. Make sure to use coupon code STYLEFIND to get the extra 30% off. 

Look for Less: J.Crew Jewel Teardrop Earrings

Long time reader, Tamara, sent me this fabulous look for less over the break.

Jewel Teardrop Earrings - J.Crew
Tang Floral Drops - Bauble Bar

The listed price at the Bauble Bar is $24, but if when you sign up for your first order, they give you $10 off.

I think these would be a pretty fabulous addition to a jewelry collection. Would you wear them?

Spied: Contrast Trim Button Front Cardigan

Did you all have a fabulous holiday? I sure hope so. I laid low and it was refreshing to have the break.

I was doing some shopping over the break and saw this adorable sweater and wanted to share.

Button-Front Stretch Cardis - Old Navy - $24.94

I think the green is especially fetching. It totally reminds me of this sweater from Kate Spade.

Wish List: Christmas Edition

This post may be a wee late. But better late than never, right?

The first thing on my list was a new haircut. (Check.)

Here are a few things I'd love to get or give as a gift for Christmas: 

 

These cards.

This skirt.

This book.

This necklace.

This case.

This handset.

This lense.

We are flying home to Utah for Christmas and I am just so excited.

Have the Happiest of Holidays.

DIY: Heart Elbow Patch Sweater

I was have been coveting this heart elbow patch sweater for a few months. I finally decided to use a little of my leftover vinyl and do something about it. I cut out two heart shaped pieces and hand stitched them onto the sweater. Easy peasy.

  grey sweater / ross - $7 | similar here (half off) | here | and here

pearl cluster necklace | similar here | here

plaid button up / c/o downeast basics | similar here | and here 

thrifted red pencil skirt - $2.50 | similar here | here (best deal) | and here

payless heels - gift | similar here | and here (on sale) 

  clip-in bangs

Sale: J.Crew 30% off + Free Shipping

J.Crew has a killer sale going on right now. Take 30% off & get free shipping until Midnight. Here are my favorite things (including lots of great gift ideas)

1 - Skinny covered-buckle belt - $10.49 (orig. $45.00)
2 - Matchstick cord - $39.99 (orig. $89.50)
3 - Printed case for iPhone 4 - $14.00 (orig. $25.00)
4 - Jackie shell - $20.99 (orig. $48.00)
5 - Café capri in colorblock - $27.99 (orig. $138.00)
6 - Chunky cable-knit tights - $11.89 (orig. $26.50)
7 - Café capri in wool - $24.49 (orig. $128.00)
8 - Metallic woven belt - $24.15 (orig. $34.50)
9 - Lexa dress in silk taffeta - $48.99 (orig. $265.00)
10 - No. 2 pencil skirt in corkscrew tweed - $41.99 (orig. $138.00)
11 - Wool-angora Glittens - $15.75 (orig. $29.50)
12 - Matchstick jean in garment-dyed denim - $34.99 (orig. $125.00)

Make sure to enter WISHLIST at checkout for the discount and free shipping!

Recipe: Lemon Chess Pie

I'm not one to post a lot of recipes (as in I have never posted a recipe in the 4 years I have been writing this blog), but I have one I wanted to share.

On our roadtrip to this summer, we happened upon a cafe in a small town called Warrenton, NC. We had buttermilk chess pie for dessert and my husband thought he had died and gone to heaven.

I've been attempting to make a suitable version of the pie this fall. After a few attempts and variations, I found the thing that made it sing for me was a little lemon (isn't lemon the yummiest?)

Lemon Chess Pie
(adapted from I Believe I Can Fry & The Food Network)

Ingredients:
1 unbaked pie crust
1 3/4 cups sugar
2 Tbsp cornmeal
1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled
1/3 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup lemon juice(I used fresh)
1 Tbsp white vinegar
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 large eggs, lightly beaten

Prebake pie shell according to package directions.

Whisk together sugar, cornmeal, flour, and salt. Stir in the butter, buttermilk, lemon juice, vinegar and vanilla. Mix well, then stir in the eggs. Pour mixture into prebaked pie crust.

Bake at 375 degrees F for 45 minutes, removing the foil after 30 minutes. Remove from oven when the filling is set (meaning it doesn't wiggle when you move it).

You should let it cool, and then eat it out of the pan like I did.

This Week

Here are a few pictures from the last week.

new favorite skirt | Tate's understated reaction to Santa

little buddy | new thrifted fair isle cardigan

Here are a few links to take you into the weekend:

  These J.Crew looks for less are spot on

I think these are the quintessential holiday shoes

A reader sent me a link to this fabulous sweater (& shop)

I think this necklace is beautiful (and half off)

Loving this series of holiday inspired hair dos

These are fabulous holiday dressing tips (and adorable pants) 

 Crushing on this casual heart sweater.

We are headed to the Forgotten Carols & an ugly sweater party this weekend.

What are your plans?

Look for Less: Anthro Peter Pan Pretender Sweater

Rachel, of Shoes & Sewing, sent me this ridiculously good look for less. I've had my eye on that Anthro sweater for weeks & was so excited to see such a great option in my price range.

Peter Pan Pretender Sweater - $49.95 (Orig. $98.00)
Printed Collar Sweater - $22.80

What do you think? Is this something you would wear?

Spied: Reindeer Cardi

I have never wanted to dress for the holiday season so much as this year. I blame the tropical climate. I like the idea of this reindeer cardi, even if I would only wear it once a year.

Reindeer 3/4 Sleeve Cardigan - Forever 21 - $22.80

Forever 21 is offering free shipping (no minimum), today only. Use code FSMON

This Week

We spent the weekend getting our house ready for Christmas. 

Tate is totally fascinated with the tree and keeps giving the ornaments kisses.

Here are a few links to take you into the weekend. 

I am loving this colored coat (and it's half off!)
  This is the perfect holiday dress (& this one is a close second).

This sparkly necklace DIY project is beautiful.

This minty leather belt is drool worthy.

I am dying to try this clever updo tutorial.

I am crushing on these whimsical tights.

Make sure to check out this sale this weekend.

This weekend is the beginning of holiday parties & we're booked solid!

What are your weekend plans?

Spied: Gold Damask Skinny Jeans

I am in love with these pants. I think they are just the coolest. Especially with the holidays approaching. If I had anywhere to go on New Years, I would be wearing these.

Damask Skinny Jeans - Forever 21 - $29.80

Plus, they remind me of this outfit, which I would wear every day.

{image source | LovelyPepa}

Would you were them?

Must Have: Target Graphic Sweaters

I don't know what has happened but I am in love with pretty much every graphic sweater I see these days. Target has some pretty great ones available (all on sale), and I just had to share.

1 - Long Sleeve Pullover Sweater - $15.99 (Orig. $19.99)
2 - Long Sleeve Love Sweater - $11.48 (Orig. $22.99)
3 & 4 - Juniors Long Sleeve Sweater - $18.39 (Orig. $22.99)

I sort of love them all, but I especially like 2 & 3. Which one is your favorite?