New Year & A New Me

Here's to 2014! New year and a New Me! 

My vacation is officially over; therefore, my blog vacation is over as well. Over the Christmas holiday I decided I wanted to focus more on my blog than I have in the past and truly give it my all. So here's to a year of great blog posts, opportunities and hopefully new blog friends!

T Shirt  & Tank: Ann Taylor LOFT // Cardigan: Francesca's // Jeans: American Eagle // Flats: Nordstrom Rack // Necklace: J. Crew // Watch: Juicy Couture // Bracelet: Sage K and Co

I spent the majority of my holiday back East with my family which is where these photos were taken. Not only is Charleston a wonderful, historic town, but it's also full of FANTASTIC areas to take photographs.

Do you have any big goals or resolutions in 2014? 

Linking up with Lauren, DC in style, Molly,

Holiday Leopard with Ashton

Happy Monday Y'all!

I hope everyone had a phenomenal weekend! I celebrated my birthday (extremely early) and watched a ton of football with Dr. D. Still can't get over the Eagles vs. Lions game continuing to play in 8+ inches of snow. Sheer madness!

Today I'm teaming up with the wonderful Ashton from Ashton Wears Things to show you how we wear leopard during the holiday season!

I love how Ashton styled her black blazer and leather leggings with pops of gold and leopard! Such a great twist on the all black and leopard combo and perfect for the holidays!

I have my fair share of brown/black leopard tops, but for the holidays I wanted to spice things up a bit with some red leopard. I paired it with a white skirt and a skinny belt (glitter of course!)

With the holiday parties in full swing, I switched out my plum purple mani for a emerald green to feel more festive!

Top: Francesca's Collection // Skirt: Ann Taylor // Heels: Nine West // Belt: Target // Necklace: Cornucopia // Earrings: Steinmart

Linking up with: Love it Link it,

Friday Gameday: Rivalry Week!

It's rivals week in College football and I couldn't be more amped for this game! Our arch rival is Clemson University and even though we're in the SEC and they're in the ACC, this in-state rivalry is one for the books.

We don't have a pro football team in South Carolina so college ball means serious business! The last 4 years we have beaten Clemson and it's been AWESOME. We have home turf advantage, but Clemson honestly has a better team so it will be a toss up of who takes it. Regardless, I'll be rooting on my boys Saturday and can't wait for all the action!

Shirt: Palmetto Moon // Jeans: American Eagle // Booties: Just Fab

Do you have a favorite team you root on every week?

Leather Details & Stylish Tuesday #2

Happy Tuesday Loves!

Can you believe Thanksgiving is the day after tomorrow? Neither can I! The month of November has not only flown by, but 2013 has been a complete blur for me as well. It's starting to finally cool off in Southern California so I was so excited to be able to bust out my leather leggings and vestique top.

Top: Vestique // Leggings: ANGL // Shoes: Nordstrom Rack // Necklaces: Cornucopia & J. Crew // Watch: Michael Kors // Bracelet: Sage K & Co.

- now to the link up -

So sorry I missed last week. I came down with a dreadful cold which was no bueno.

My favorite look from 2 weeks ago was Erin's from Simply Just Lovely! Her entire look reminded me of the 1950's and I thought it was incredibly chic.

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4. Have fun meeting/interacting with new bloggers, you may just make some new friends!

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Linking up with Elena, Molly, Lauren, Karly,

Wine Tasting & Stylish Tuesday Link Up!

Last Saturday, Dr. D and I went to go check out Miramonte Winery and had the best time! It's a charming vineyard in Temecula, CA and had stunning views. We bought a Groupon deal which gave us 4 wine tastings, a bottle of wine to take home and souvenir wine glasses.

With a bar located on the patio and another inside we took advantage of the different bartenders working and managed to squeeze in 6 tastings rather than 4 and ended up taking home 2 free bottles rather than 1. I felt like I scored a major deal, but just as guilty at the same time.

I made up for it by buying a bottle of wine and giving a more than generous tip. Does this make up for it? Probably not, but in my book it totally evened everything out!

Dress & Bangle: Forever 21 // Blazer: H&M // Flats: Nordstrom Rack // Clutch: c/o Melie Bianco //
Belt: Target // Watch: Michael Kors // Necklace: Love Lylayla

- now to the link up -

This is my first attempt at this so please bare with me if there's any glitches/problems. I look forward to reading all of your posts!

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2. Link up anything you like! I can't wait to read it :)
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4. Have fun meeting/interacting with new bloggers, you may just make some new friends!

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Linking up with Elena, Molly, Lauren, Karly, My Thrifty Chic, Fashionably Modest, Simply Just Lovely

Times Square Leopard

Happy Monday Y'all! 

My work schedule has me completely swamped so this post will be short and sweet. During our NYC trip I definitely wanted to try out my first set of "night" photos. I figured what better place to try and capture these than the infamous Times Square?  I think the photos turned out great, but to tell you the truth I was more excited for the chance to wear my Ralph Lauren coat. It was finally chilly enough to bust it out!

Top & Earrings: Francesca's Jeans: American Eagle Boots: Steve Madden Coat: Ralph Lauren Ring: Handpicked Necklace: Cornucopia Bag: Tommy Hilfiger

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Linking up with: Molly, Lauren, Glossy Blonde,