Two for Tuesday: Striped Sweater

It's Tuesday kiddos.

You know what that means....time for a #twofor!

Today = one sweater, two looks.

1.  Grunge

GAP hat, coach frames, Forever 21 sweater and leggings, Target booties (not pictured)
Perfect for and early morning Target run to beat the crowds for the Philip Lim launch only to realize you're the only person in Western NY who cares... I had the whole store to myself!!!
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2.  Comfy Casual

Madewell sunnies, Forever 21 sweater, Clair Flaire necklace,  GAP boyfriend jeans,
Nine West ballet flats, Kate Spade bag
Perfect for an early fall day at Artists' Row at the Rochester Public Market.

Loving this sweater!  Best $15 I've spent all fall!

How about you?  Snag any good deals lately?

xoxo

Jenny

 

Wannabe Pinup Girl

I've always loved vintage and vintage-inspired clothing and I've been dying to wear new retro cherry dress from Anthropologie.  Good thing the hubs took me out for a nice birthday dinner sans kiddos!  I even had my hair styled in 1940s curls for the occasion.  

Here is how it all came together:

Hair:  Jordan at Beau Monde Salon and Spa in Victor NY
Kenneth Cole sunnies
Hi There from Karen Walker Cereja Dress via Anthropologie
GAP clutch
Nine West shoes
Anthropologie bracelet, Francesca's earrings,  and Michael Kors watch

What do you think?  Loving the bombshell look?  Or too over-the-top?

xoxo

Jenny

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Faux Sho

See what I did there?  "Faux Sho" instead of "Fo Sho" as in:

Why is that so funny?

Anywho, today we're going to be talking about faux leather.  Why?  Because it looks like leather (which we all know makes you look super cool) at a fraction of the price.   And as an added bonus you didn't have to kill any animals to look cute.  So, it saves money and lives - I call that fashion perfection.   

Here are my two favorite faux leather pieces that I plan on wearing to death:

Exhibit A:  Faux Leather Motorcycle Jacket

Buffalo jacket, JCrew necklace, Gap tee, Paige denim, Francescas bag, Madewell sunnies, Franco Sarto booties

Exhibit B:  Faux Leather Leggings

Shop Peppermint earrings, F21 top, Chicnova leggings (under $20 and fantastic),
Michael Kors watch,  Nine West shoes

Now let's have a moment of silence for the cute little critters who became my suede booties and black leather heels.  Oops.  At least they can rest in peace knowing they died in the name of fashion.

How do you feel about faux leather?  Love it?  Hate it?  Don't really care?

xoxo

Jenny

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Joe Fresh at JCP Makes Me Happy

Let's take a moment to discuss how excited I was to stumble upon Joe Fresh at JCPenney the other day...

I was literally take my breath away excited.

Just this past summer, my best friend and I spent the better part of a day scouring Manhattan for a certain v-neck Joe Fresh t-shirt (that could only be bought at Joe Fresh stores) only to find them sold out at all Manhattan locations.  Major.  Bummer. (And Major Blisters!)

You can imagine my pure elation when, eight months later, I find this elusive t-shirt at my local JCPenney store of all places.  

It took everything in me not to buy it in every color.  I kept myself under control and grabbed white and navy (I already own gray and coral) and snuck in a pair of mint zip ankle pants for good measure.  

It was a good day.  A really good day.

Last Saturday (unlike today) it was actually warm enough to wear them.  

Here is what I wore:

Joe Fresh Ankle Skinnies, Nine West ballet flats

Vintage head scarf and my badonkadonk

Madewell sunglasses, JCP Chambray button down,
and the best t-shirt ever:  Joe Fresh V-neck

And what spring time look would be complete without a neon arm party?

Here's mine:

Arm party brought to you by:  Fahsye, InPink, and the GAP

What new fashion collaboration are you most excited about this spring?  And are you as obsessed with mint as I am?  It's kind of becoming an obsession...

Love ya like I love Joe Fresh,

xoxo

Jenny

Lendperk - Netflix for Dresses - Review and Giveaway

I can not wait to tell you about Lendperk, a new company that allows you to rent dresses in the form of a month-to-month subscription service.  There are three plans available - $49/month for an unlimited number of dress rentals, $34/month for two dress rentals, or $20/month for one dress rental.  You can cancel at any time and have the option to  "rollover" dress rentals that you don't use.  Sweet. Deal.

I was thrilled when Lendperk asked me to review their services and offered to give away a free two week rental to one lucky reader.  As a blogger and local personality, I attend a lot of events.  While I'd love to run out and buy a new outfit every time, that's just not in the budget.  Not. Even. Close. However, $20 a month to be guaranteed something fresh to wear to events is completely doable.  And since Lendperk offers selections from my favorite brands, it's a match made in heaven.  Oh, and not having to worry about ironing or dry cleaning = PRICELESS :)

Here I am in my first "rental" dress that arrived perfectly pressed:

Taylor Pink Bubble Dress c/o Lendperk
Hair and makeup c/o Shear Ego Salon and Spa
Francesca's collection bow earrings
Thrifted necklace
Newport News bag
DKNY tights
Nine West peep toe bow pumps 

Here is the dress from ten more angles:

I'm wearing a 6, but probably could have gone with a size 4.
Definitely order a size down with this dress.

See?  I wasn't kidding.  Ten.

In any event...

The dress was a big hit at dinner.  I was getting compliments left and right.  I can definitely get used to having new dresses on my doorstep every month!

And here's the good news for all of you:  to make it easier for newcomers to try out their service with no financial obligation, Lendperk is offering a  9 day FREE trial for every monthly plan. You can check out one dress during this rental trial for free with no obligation to continue!  And if that's not exciting enough, one lucky reader will get a free two week rental of any dress in their collection!

Enter here:

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Best of luck lovelies, 

 xoxo

Jenny

PS- Oh and just in case you needed another reason to sign up for Lendperk, they are running this giveaway right now too:

New Lendperk Giveaway - Win the gorgeous French Connection Dress with Arrow Beading TO KEEP!

Hi everyone, From now until Friday, 4/5/13, we are running a promotion where anyone who signs up for a paid Lendperk membership during this two week period will be automatically entered into a drawing to win this gorgeous French Connection Dress with Arrow Beading TO KEEP! The lucky winner will be randomly chosen on 4/5/13, and she will be able to pick this dress in a size 2, 4, 6, 8, or 10.  Good luck! Star Li CEO/Founder of Lendperk RETAILED AT $316.62 Become a member today!

Seriously, I have no idea what you are waiting for... Go sign up for Lendperk! 

Date Night Closet Remix

You don't need to break the bank to ramp up your date night wardrobe.  Chances are, there are some pretty fabulous pieces already in your closet.  I love mixing old pieces to create something new.  I bought this skirt two years ago to wear to a baby shower and art show.  I paired it with heeled sandals, a tank, and black wooden jewelry.  

Fast forward to last night:  Dado Fashion Show...

I took the same skirt and put on a long sleeve Express crew neck tee and bright Hue tights to create a whole new look.  I added some vintage jewelry, my new Buffalo motorcycle jacket, a Kate Spade bag and my favorite Nine West peep toe booties.   Voila!  Now I've got a fall look that's a little edgy, a little fun, and a bold pop of color to boot!  The only new items (bought this season) were the tights and the jacket.  So for around $100, I completely updated my date night wardrobe.

What do you think?  Suitable for a night out on the town?  Or should this ensemble have stayed in the back of my closet?

What's your go-to date night look?

xoxo

Jenny

First Day of Preschool

Colten's first day of preschool was yesterday.  I tried to get him in a cute little preppy outfit, but at three, he is already too cool to get dressed up for the first day of school.  He ended up in his favorite hot dog t-shirt, jeans, and a hoodie.  I can't get over how grown up he looked.  It's like having a three foot tall teenager.

We're also too cool to have our picture taken.

The crew!  I am aware that I look like a complete dork in this picture.  Durrrr!

And since inquiring minds like to know, I'm wearing my favorite a.n.a skinny jeans from JCPenney, nine west flats, H&M sweater, Silpada necklace, Forever 21 sunglasses and Artwark earrings.

Hope your school year is off to a great start too.

xoxo

Jenny