Made in America Monday - Commit to #ShopLocal for the Holidays

If you've been reading my blog for a while, you'll know that two things are very important to me when it comes to shopping:  buying local and buying American.  While I could never swear off the mall, (I'm pretty sure shrivel up and die without Anthro or Forever 21) I make a real effort to buy locally or American-made goods whenever possible.  To that end I have partnered with other local bloggers in a #ShopLocal campaign to promote all of the great shopping that Rochester, New York has to offer.  I feel blessed to live in a city with such a burgeoning creative community.  There are so many talented artisans here and I can't wait to share them with you!

I would also like to encourage you to make an effort to #ShopLocal and #BuyAmerican this holiday season.  It really is a great way to support your local economy and give your dollar the most profound impact.

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Are you with me?  Will you make a conscious effort to support locally-sourced and American-made products this holiday season?  If so, comment below telling me why you want to #ShopLocal and #BuyAmerican.

xoxo

Jenny

PS-  American-Made Deal Alert:  Save 50% off Los Angeles-based jewelry brand Ettika with the promo code:  BLOG50.  Click the banner below to start shopping and don't forget to enter the promo code for a super sweet deal.  Happy Shopping! 

Fashion Week of Rochester Recap

It's hard to believe it's already been two weeks since I was backstage for Fashion Week of Rochester.  I had the best time doing walkthroughs with the models and helping the girls with quick changes.  It was great to see so many people from Rochester's local fashion community come together for such a worthy cause.

The energy backstage was palpable - I loved being in the thick of things and am already excited for next year.

Here are some behind the scenes shots from one fashionista to another. ;)

Fashion at the Factory

Pre-Show #Selfie
Tank and Earrings:  Free People
Vintage Jewelry + Alex & Ani + Emerson & Oliver

Photo Op!
Jacket:  Buffalo
Scarf:  Forever 21
Bag:  Old Navy
Jeans:  Paige
Booties:  Target (sold out online)

Hair and Makeup

Swag Bags

Color! 

Walk Through

Wardrobe

The Spirit of Fashion

Pre-Show #Selfie
Top:  Forever 21
Vintage Jewelry + Artwark coil ring

I might have been backstage, but my boots ended up walking the runway...

Walk Through

Backstage

With the lovely Ewa, Model/Firefighter Extraordinaire

Fashion on Franklin

Pre-Show #Seflie after getting m'hair did at Shear Ego Jacket:  Buffalo
Dress:  Dolce Vita
Necklace:  Old Navy
Tights:  Merona (Target)
Shoes:  Poetic License

Backstage

More Backstage

Runway!

Artistix 

Boutique Crawl

 What I Bought:  

Vintage 1950s Dress from Treasure Trove Vintage

Necklace from Peppermint

That's a lot of Devil Dollars
Marlies Dekkers, Fortnight, and Kouture.
Don't do the math...

What I Wish I Bought:

Jenni Button Moto Jacket

St. John Fur and Leather Coat at Panache

Vintage Fur Capelet (also at Panache)

Did you attend any of the events for Fashion Week?  What was your favorite?  What would you love to see next year?

Have a great weekend kiddos!  Get out and #shoplocal!

xoxo

Jenny

  

Two for Tuesday: Fringe Cardi

I am LOVING my olive green fringe cardigan from Peppermint.  It's super comfy (feels like your favorite t-shirt) and is so much fun to style.

Check out two of the ways I've worn it lately.

1.  With Printed Green Skinnies and Booties:

Sunnies & Skinnies:  GAP
Tee & Necklace:  Old Navy
Cardigan:  Peppermint
Booties:  Target

2.  With Gray Denim Skinnies and Suede Boots

This look is 80% LOCAL - #SHOPLOCAL
Cardigan:  Peppermint
Shirt:  Target
Necklaces:  Peppermint, Claire Flair
Jeans:  BlueLab via Kouture
Boots:  Aldo
Undies (not pictured):  Devil May Care
Rings:  Artwark, LiaBeau, Brittany Leigh Jewelry 
Bracelets:  Vintage and Alex & Ani
Watch:  Michael Kors

Which look do you like best?

xoxo

Jenny

PS- Leaving today for NYC - Lucky FABB here I come!  Let's just say I didn't under pack - by the size of my suitcase you'd think I was spending a month in Europe, not three days in New York... oops!

 

Made in America Monday: Artwark Coil Ring Giveaway

You guys, 

I have been DYING to share my new favorite piece of jewelry with you!!!  I am officially obsessed with my gold coil ring from Artwark.  Jewelry by Artwark is the work of Sarah, a local jewelry designer, grad student, and all-around doll.  You may recall my mother's love necklace?  Or this feature piece I did on Artwark a while back?  Love her.  Love her jewelry.  Which is why I am so honored to have the privilege of introducing you to her latest design AND offer it an a special introductory price!

Artwark Coil Ring
Available for a limited time at the introductory price of $42-52 (depending on metal choice)

I am so excited about these rings.  They are so unique and so wearable.  Each ring is available in sterling silver or gold fill, hammered or matte, and made and sized to order.  

Hammered Options

I got mine (14k gold matte) last Saturday and have only taken it off to sleep.  It has been out for a girls night, dinner, cocktails, Rochester's White Party, lunches, meetings, and preschool drop offs.  This baby is my new favorite for sure - not to mention she looks great with my liabeau ROC flower and Madewell bow rings!

Dying to get your hands on one?  Today might be your lucky day.  I'm giving away a custom-made Artwark coil ring to one lucky winner.  Rings not your thing? You can opt for a $45 shop credit.  How sweet is that?!

Contest ends Sept 18th.  Enter here:

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Best of luck lovelies!

xoxo

Jenny