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Christmas Day went by in a flash for me. I was up really really early (4:30 a.m.) and had to wait for everyone else to wake up. We finally had to wake up The Boy or he would have slept all day, Christmas or not! Once presents were opened I was in the kitchen until our guests started arriving, still in my Christmas PJs (pj pants, tee, slippers).

I knew I was going to wear my new Cashmere Sweatpants. They were such a splurge, even with 40% off, but they were so cozy and comfortable once I put them on. I really didn’t think I would get into the sweatpants trend but they really did look nice with my Janey Printed Flats. (I chose a Leopard Kiki option in my image below.) I went with a size Small in the pants, based on the reviews, and I think I probably could go to an XS in these. They do stretch out a little. I’m hoping I can catch the Navy or Heather Acorn color on sale. Today’s the last day for 30% off on these.


The Merino Wool Pocket Tunic in Deep Forest has been waiting to be worn since I purchased it. The tunic was just enough warmth for the day. The stones in the Gemscape Layering Necklace (now on sale + 40% off!) paired well with the green tunic.

I am now officially on vacation, which is through all of next week and am totally ready for it. We are hoping to see some friends in Dallas for New Year’s. I’m shopped out right now but I’m sure I’ll be refreshed by the time we get to Dallas!

Have a Great Evening!

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I ordered a few jewelry pieces as some last minute Christmas gifts. I’ve really been into the pendant and layered necklaces and the Tortoise Crystal Pendant Necklace looked like it would rotate well with my other pieces. The tortoise piece is actually very subtle. I also like the small hints of pink in the stone and accent. This ones a keeper…for me.

The other two items were a matching set – the Glacier Necklace and the Glacier Bracelet. I like the sparkle of both but didn’t realize the necklace is more of a choker at 15 inches in length. I have it on the last jump ring as well. I don’t like anything that close to my neck so it definitely won’t do as a gift either. If it had been two to three inches longer it would have been perfect.

With the necklace being returned, I am now on the fence to keep the Glacier Bracelet. Like I said above, I like the sparkle. I also don’t have a bracelet like this. It’s not too tight around my wrist either. I don’t really have any complaints about it. I think it will be a good addition to my jewelry box. I am always looking for a sparkley bracelet for parties and weddings. 

I want to wish you all a Merry Christmas. I am hosting Christmas Day and have just a few more things to do today. Luckily, I already went to the grocery store so everything else I need is minor.
Merry Christmas! 

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Just a few reviews of some tops and sweaters from J Crew I found in my picture roll.

~ Drapey Keyhole Top in Stripe, Navy, size 6 ~

I was in a rush in the store and liked this on sight because it was Navy. It’s a great little top and the size 6 is a good fit but overall this didn’t wow me enough to stay. And now it’s on sale with the 40% GIFTNOW promo. Still not enough reason for me to keep. I’ll stick to my Silk Sleeveless Blouses for now. 
~ Fair Isle Abstract Sweater, Charcoal Red Blush, Medium ~
I love gray and pink together which is why I think I really liked this sweater. I wore it within days of purchasing it. I was tempted to size down to a Small but am really glad I didn’t since I bought it without trying it on. The neck-hole is small. You don’t ever notice the neck-hole until you have one that’s smaller than normal. I can get it on just fine but the small-ness of it is noticeable, for me at least. I’m hoping I bought a flawed one. 
The Medium fit great everywhere. I don’t buy too many printed-type sweaters since I’m a little fussy about the pattern but I love this one. I thought I had a pink gingham shirt somewhere to layer under so I’ll need to see if I can’t find that. 
~ Collection Silk Bib Top, Black & Warm Taupe, size 8 ~
I have been looking for some silk blouses to replace the crepe ones I have since I’ve had a few laundry mishaps with them. I thought this top would be a great addition to my closet since it would look nice alone, or layered under a sweater. 
I ordered my normal size 8 in two colors and it’s way too big. The sleeves are super long and not meant to be cuffed. The shoulder seams are way too low and it’s just big, overall, throughout the body.
~ Warm Taupe ~
Lastly, though I like the no-collar look this one has a raw edge on it. That means you will definitely have to try clean this or spend some time with small scissors trying to try the collar each time you wash it. 

~ Shrunken Boy Shirt in Navy Plaid, size 8 ~

I am not sure where the “shrunken” part is on this shirt. It’s pretty large overall. I could have sized down to a 6 in this and still felt comfortable in it. I ended up keeping the 8 because it felt so cozy once I had it on, that I never took it off until the end of the day. I will layer it with a sweater or cardigan to shape it up a bit. 

This evening I will finish up my Christmas shopping. I am busy all weekend with family obligations and I work every day next week so I will have no time for “last minute” shopping. Luckily, The Boy is now home so I can send him on grocery store runs if needed.

Have a Great Day!

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Good evening all! I have been trying to post this all day but have been so very busy. But I wanted to get this outfit out there since I loved wearing it. It was so comfortable and Christmas-y without over-doing it. The Perfect Shirt in Tartan is one of my all-time favorite J Crew shirts. Alone or layered with a sweater it just looks good. It even goes with Leopard!


I bought this version of the Pilcro Stet Slim Ankle Jeans on sale over the Summer and they are awesome. These and my two Tory Burch pair are in heavy rotation right now. I like the darker wash on both for Winter. I will be getting the Stardust color of these as soon as I can, since they fit so amazingly well. 
 The Quinn Ankle Booties are still my favorites to wear out of all the new ones I’ve purchased this season. Though I have a pair of black ankle booties, I am so tempted to get the Quinn’s in Black Suede. 

My department had a little Christmas lunch and Secret Santa gifting on Tuesday. I though this outfit was perfect with the little touch of Christmas plaid to have a fun lunch break with the co-workers.

I am off to write my list of what I’m missing and who I’m missing that I need to buy for. I have wrapped quite a bit.

I love to wrap presents and have gotten into buying pretty ribbon for the bows. I’m not fancy about it or anything. I just put it around the gift and tie a bow. I like to sit there with a glass of wine and wrap the gifts. I like J Crew’s black boxes because you can be creative with the different colors and textures of ribbon to put on the box. The one in the bottom pic has a red plaid felt ribbon around it. The gold ball wrapped box in front of it has this glitter ribbon. After I was done with just that ribbon, glitter was everywhere so I might have to try and find some less messy ribbon.

Oh, if only life was as simple as avoiding glitter. Haha! Have a Great Evening!

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