Brewery Living

On a recent trip to Denver, my boyfriend and I did a little brewery hopping at two of the local brewing companies to get food and beer, of course.  It was such a fun day and the weather was perfect for flats and tights instead of winter boots {I am SO ready to put mine away and start wearing cute flats and heels!} Denver has a causal feel to it, but I thought it was the perfect opportunity to wear my favorite leather skirt and a colorful chunky sweater.  Great weather, great day, and great BEER! 

fried chicken at Wynkoop Brewing Company

Theory coat, Ann Taylor sweater, vintage leather skirt, black tights from TJ Maxx, Ray Ban aviators, Ellen Himic earrings {buy here}, Judith Leiber's FEED 1000 clutch {buy here}

Theory coat, Ann Taylor sweater, vintage leather skirt, black tights from TJ Maxx, Ray Ban aviators, Ellen Himic earrings {buy here}, Judith Leiber's FEED 1000 clutch {buy here}, Tory Burch flats

Theory coat, Ann Taylor sweater, vintage leather skirt, black tights from TJ Maxx, John Hardy bracelet, David Yurman Bracelet, Ippolita ring, Gorjana ring, Judith Leiber's FEED 1000 clutch {buy here}, Tory Burch flats, nail polish: OPI's "Most Honorable Red"

Theory coat + Ann Taylor sweater

Theory coat, Ann Taylor sweater, Ray Ban aviators, Ellen Himic earrings {buy here}, nail polish: OPI's "Most Honorable Red"

beer + tour of Great Divide Brewing Company

Happy Hump Day!

xoxo

Cassidy

Faux Fur February

Although it has been bitterly cold here in Columbus, I have acquired {AKA borrowed AKA temporarily stole} a winter wardrobe staple that makes this weather more tolerable - my Mom's faux fur coat! It has been hanging in her closet for a long time, and although it is a little big on me, when it's THIS cold, out who cares? It is so comfy and warm, and I feel like it makes any outfit look chic when all I really want to wear is a snowsuit.  As much as I am ready for spring, I will be a little sad when I have to put this coat away {or give it back to its rightful owner.....} 

Dior sunglasses, John Hardy bracelet, David Yurman bracelet, Ellen Himic Rosette ring {buy here}, Ippolita ring

Bill Blass faux fur coat, Paige jeans, Beverly Feldman shoes, Rebecca Minkoff M.A.C.

Rebecca Minkoff M.A.C. + One Line Coffee {BEST coffee in Columbus!}

Bill Blass faux fur coat, Paige jeans, Beverly Feldman shoes, Rebecca Minkoff M.A.C.

Dior sunglasses, Bill Blass faux fur coat, Paige jeans, Rebecca Minkoff M.A.C.

Ippolita ring, Sephora by OPI's "Techno Girl", Bill Blass faux fur coat, Marc by Marc Jacobs sweater, Paige jeans, Beverly Feldman shoes, Rebecca Minkoff M.A.C.

Happy Sunday!

xoxo

Cassidy

Shopping Temptations: TJ Maxx

Even though I probably like shopping a little too much, I have to give myself a LITTLE bit of credit for being a bargain shopper.  I, before I gave up shopping, was a loyal TJ Maxx and Marshall's shopper.  I am always pleasantly surprised to find my favorite designers for incredible prices, and I know that I will head to these stores once my year of no shopping is complete.  I recently went to a TJ Maxx store in Columbus to look for non-fashion related items, and was able to resist temptation of all the amazing pieces I found.  Here are some clothes and accessories I encountered that made me very excited to be able to shop again: 

Kate Spade bag and shoes {love the bow!}

Rag & Bone wide leg chartreuse pants {OBSESSED!}

Salvatore Ferragamo bag 

Tory Burch shirt

Nanette Lepore shirt {would be so cute with high waisted black pants!}

Rebecca Minkoff bag

Joie top

Halston Heritage {would be great for wedding season!}

Anna Beck jewelry {one of my FAVORITE jewelry designers}

Alice + Olivia shorts {make me so excited for spring!}

Kate Spade bag {this bag is PERFECT!}

Tory Burch navy blue leather jacket

If anyone encounters any of these pieces, feel free to send them my way :)

xoxo

Cassidy

Pretty in Pink

I bought this pink winter coat in college, and I still love it today just as much as I did when I purchased it.  I love the unexpected pastel color for winter, especially since the cold months of January and February can be dreary.  I typically pair my coat with with matching pink earmuffs and scarf my Dad bought me for a Christmas a few years ago. This coat with my pink winter accessories is something that I think will always be a part of my wardrobe!

Victoria Secret coat, Burberry earmuffs and scarf, True Religion jeans, Migliorini boots, Tory Burch + FEED bag {c/o FEED Rep Program}

Victoria Secret coat, Burberry earmuffs and scarf, True Religion jeans, Migliorini boots, Tory Burch + FEED bag {c/o FEED Rep Program}

Victoria Secret coat, Tory Burch + FEED bag {c/o FEED Rep Program}, John Hardy bracelet, David Yurman bracelet, Ellen Himic ring {buy here}, Gorjana ring, nail polish: Sephora by OPI's "I Come in Peas"

Victoria Secret coat, Burberry earmuffs and scarf, Tory Burch + FEED bag {c/o FEED Rep Program}, nail polish: Sephora by OPI's "I Come in Peas"

Have a great week!

xoxo

Cassidy

Stella & Dot: President's Day Deal

Happy Saturday! I'm excited to share with you that Stella & Dot is offering their Laurel Stud earrings {here} for only $5 {a $19 value} with any purchase of $100+! This deal is happening now through February 18th so start shopping! I still can't shop until May 13th, but if I COULD here are some gorgeous Stella & Dot pieces I  would buy:

Spring Awakening necklace {here}

Duchess bangle {here}

Limited Edition - Virginia Bib necklace {here}

Renegade Cluster bracelet {here}

Whether you're looking to treat yourself or looking for the perfect gift, don't miss your chance to get the gorgeous Laurel studs for just $5! {Again, the deal ends February 18th!} Enjoy! 

Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

xoxo
Cassidy

Shopping Temptations

 As I mentioned yesterday, I've gone through 9 entire months without shopping for ANYTHING fashion-related.  Although I have remained strong, there have definitely been times when I have wanted to cheat.  Here are some items that have recently made me questions why I would EVER give up shopping:

TOMS Cordones shoes {here}
Anna Beck Gili earrings {here}
Loeffler Randall Gerta platform {here}
Maya Brenner Ohio pendant {here}
Brian Danielle Onyx ring {here}
Tory Burch gloves {here}
BCBG Max Azria shoes {here}
Marie Turnor picnic clutch {here}
John Hardy Blue Topaz Bamboo Collection Cushion ring {here}
Rebecca Minkoff swing bag {here}
Rebecca Minkoff Sutherland vest {here}
Gorjana earrings {here}

Which piece tempts you to shop? 

xoxo
Cassidy

1 Year Reward

As of today, I have not shopped for 9 months! I cannot believe how fast the time has passed, but it honestly gets more difficult not to shop - maybe because I know the end is near and I am DYING to add some new pieces to my closet! It really has been a rewarding journey so far, and I love hearing my friends tell me how they are trying to go through a period without spending money on fashion-related shopping! Of course I often think about what I will buy once my year of no shopping is over, so here are some items that have recently caught my eye:

Kooba Soho Charlton bag {here}

Madewell parka {here}

Ellen Himic ring {here}

McQ Alexander McQueen studded neon pumps {here}

Alexis Bittar hinged bracelet {here}

Tory Burch hat - it's on sale! {here}

Loeffler Randall Quinnie flats {here}

Burberry scarf {here}

Kevia hoop earrings {here}

Rebecca Minkoff Affair bag {here}

Avanessi rose gold Love ring {here}

Foley + Corinna Simpatico backpack {here}

David Yurman Renaissance ring {here}

Rebecca Minkoff Diva heel {here}

Dannijo bracelet {here}

Elizabeth and James Paige sandals {here}

Ippolita stud earrings {here}

Which piece would you choose after a year of no shopping?

xoxo

Cassidy

JANUARY without shopping

January is usually cold and dreary, but this past month has actually been so fun! I love not having any major plans in January after the holidays, and trying to find new ways to keep the month exciting.  When it comes to not shopping, this January was honestly challenging; there were so many amazing after-holiday sales, but somehow I pulled through and stuck to my vow.  Here is what I did in January that did NOT involve shopping:

made homemade brunch with the boy on a lazy day

got Sunday morning coffee with the girls at Grandview Grind

took a walk around my neighborhood in the Short North

drank so much green tea {often times with biscotti} to stay healthy and warm

went wine tasting with the girls at Hausfrau Haven in German Village

Happy February!

xoxo

Cassidy

Valentine's Day Deal: Alexis Russell

Here's another reason why I love Valentine's Day: so many great sales/deals being offered by fabulous designers! One in particular that is making me wish I could shop for myself is Alexis Russell's Valentine's Day offer; check out the jewelry {here} that is included in the holiday deal.  Be sure to use discount code "sweetheart" to get 15% off all of the pieces in the Valentine's Day section on the site! Here are a few of the pieces included in the holiday discount that I am LOVING: 

natural ruby ring {buy here}

large 14K rose gold earrings {buy here}

long ruby station necklace {buy here}

Happy Valentine's Day and Happy Shopping! Also, be sure to check out my Valentine's Day Gift Guide {here}.

xoxo

Cassidy

Designer Spotlight + Deal: Ellen Himic Designs

I've mentioned in previous posts that I tend to gravitate towards independent and emerging designers when I'm shopping for accessories; David Yurman is lovely, but there is something to be said for owning a unique piece of jewelry by an up-and-coming designer.  One of my FAVORITE designers is Ellen Himic Designs, a jewelry brand that embodies luxury, craft, and ornate details {check out here}.  Ellen Himic's collections are influenced by architecture and the beautiful, intricate details found in architecture.  Ellen Himic's stunning pieces have graced the pages of magazines such as InStyle, Good Housekeeping, Vogue Japan, and People Style Watch, and have been seen on television shows including Gossip Girl, Nurse Jackie, and Entourage.  I love all of my Ellen Himic pieces and I'm sure you can understand why:

Trelis ring {here}, Rosette ring {here}, Rose Cathedral ring {here}, Finial Briolette earrings {here}, Rondelle bracelet {here}

Rondelle bracelet {here}, Trelis ring {here}

Finial Briolette earrings {here}

Rosette ring {here}

Rose Cathedral ring {here}

Those are the Ellen Himic pieces I have collected over the years, and I honestly love each of them; I am pretty much ALWAYS wearing at least one of my Ellen Himic pieces.  I know it seems like I own a lot of her jewelry, but how could I not want more?  Here are some of Ellen Himic pieces that I am currently coveting and considering purchasing after my year of no shopping is complete:

                                      

two-toned Garland necklace {here}, Swirl of Rose ring {here}, Paja Dome earrings {here}, Trelis earrings {here}, Crown necklace {here}, Maltese bracelet {here}, Rondelle necklace {here}, Garland Pear ring {here}, Paja Pearl bracelet {here}, Rosette earrings {here}

So, the wonderful Ellen Himic has graciously offered a deal for my readers! Just for today, Ellen is offering a deal on the beautiful Trelis earrings on her site for just $125! These fashionable earrings have been spotted on Skinny Girl mogul and Real Housewife of New York Bethenny Frankel, and are the PERFECT earrings for everyday wear.  Check out the Trelis earrings {here}!

I hope you have fallen in love with Ellen Himic Designs the way I have, and be sure to 'like' Ellen Himic on Facebook {here} and follow her on Twitter {here}.  Also, I hope you take advantage of the offer on the Trelis earrings - if I was allowed to shop I would be the first one to order them! :)

xoxo

Cassidy