Chic Cord Necklaces

The nineties called and they want to accent your fall outfits. They actually had a big come back this summer, and continue to trend this season. The minimalist look can make a big statement with a bold pendant. You will find a necklace for every budget with styles from $24 - $700. 

Vertigo Poppy Illusion Pendant

Poppy Jasper has been handcarved into a real statement piece. It's hung on a silver-dipped leather cord. Materials are sourced in Arizona, and crafted in New York City.  Shipping October 4th. $700 

Moda Operandi

Sea Glass & Beach Stone Necklace

Wear a bit of the beach all year long. Something magical happens when you wear and touch these stones. The cord is a waxed cotton. This handcrafted work of art makes a beautiful gift for any beach loving lady. The owner of this Etsy shop is lovely, and would be so happy to work with you. $24

Follow The Sun Stone Etsy

Heaven Mayhem Julia Necklace

This agate stone necklace is done in one of the season's trending colors. You'll pair it with almost everything this fall. Also in black. $120

Shopbop

Disc Corded Necklace

By Petit Moments. This not so petite pendant  is crafted on a faux suede cord. Love the metal ends on the cord for a bit of added glam. $40

Revolve Clothing

Scroll Pendant Necklace

As with most of her jewelry, this corded necklace makes a stylish statement! $550

Natori

Amulet Necklace

This functional amulet opens to store your favorite treasure. The sheep leather cord adjusts in length. Now on final sale for $139.

Cult Gaia

Sea Glass & Driftwood Necklace

This handcrafted necklace features fabulous details. You will love the European sea glass, a sage green ceramic ball, driftwood and copper closures, all on a suede cord. The overall length is 20". $46

Primitive Instincts Etsy

Lydia Bolo Tie Necklace

A fabulous piece that is styled so perfectly. Loving the high shine silver pendant on the beige colored cord.  $120

Jenny Bird

Gold Tone Adjustable Pendant Necklace
A modern piece with great looks. Best yet, it is on sale for less than $40

Chico's

Chan Luu Antigua Leather Necklace
Charm necklaces are also trending. Loving these colors for autumn. That little touch of baby blue is also one of fall's unexpected colors. $295

Anthropologie. and Saks

Lapis Pendant Necklace

Handcrafted in the Nest JewelryTexas studio. This necklace makes a colorful statement with a genuine gemstone. $195

Nest Jewelry

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Haute Handbag Trend:Top Handles

{ Via: Vogue }

One of my favorite bag trends this season. The Top Handle Bag is classic and classy, ladylike and luxe. Most of all it's feminine. I might add it's expensive, too. This trend was a bit difficult to offer in affordable styles. I did find two bags that are cute and under $100. Though it was tempting, I spared us all the lure of anything over $500.

DeMellier Vancouver Top Handle

A beautiful line of bags handcrafted  and sustainably sourced in Europe. For every bag sold, the brand funds vaccines and treatments aimed to save the life of a child in need. $495

DeMellier  or  Bloomingdale's (where you get a gift card with purchase of this bag.)

Bombon Braided Shiny Leather Bag

You get two for one with this bag. It can be worn as a top handle or crossbody bag. It's made in Spain in a very "in" color this season. $460

Bergdorf Goodman

Marc Jacobs The Sack Bow Top Handle

An adorned iteration of the beloved MJ Sack Bag. It's also reminiscent of the nylon Prada bags. I think it is as cute as can be. $250

Neiman Marcus

Kira Calf Top Handle 

Like many of them, this bag can also be worn as a crossbody.  $420

Revolve or Tory Burch

The Hunter Convertible Bag
With a 70's minimalist vibe, this bag also looks very modern. The soft squared silhouette is crafted from chocolate leather and supple Italian calf suede. Beautiful! Other colors, too. $475

Alexis Bittar

Cult Gaia Asa Bag

I am so loving this bag! It works for daytime and evening. Of course, the gold handle adds the luxe. $458

Revolve 

Kate Spade Patent Top Handle Bag

Vogue calls this color  Slime Green, and it's a thing for this season. I think it's great fun. $298
Neiman Marcus

Cult Gaia Kazia Bag

Navy. Another surprisingly important color for fall. One of the best bags of the season in my opinion.  It's sculpted, sleek, and sophisticated. $498 You'll earn a $100 gift card with this purchase.

Tuckernuck

Urban Expressions Hunter Green 

Lizbeth Bag

Faux leather done well. Love the Bottega like weave. $80

Tuckernuck

JW PEI Lucia Classic Top Handbag

This style is faux, but really fun. It's $99. Who is really going to know unless they touch your bag?

Anthropologie

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A Wardrobe Staple: The Long Sleeve Tee

Saturdays At Shop This

{ Via Cult Gaia }

This week flew by just like all of the others in August. The Labor Day Sales have already begun. You'll find a few featured here. More to come next week. We are going with brown as our color theme today. And though it never has been my favoite color, it's big for fall, and it is growing on me. Enjoy these links, articles, and fun finds.

Candle Chic: This Etsy candle maker was featured in the Host Gift post earlier this week. I adore their sculptural and affordable designs! Do yourself a favor and take a look at their shop, Marney Ash, from New York.

Tennis Anyone? Town & Country Mag has the Ultimate Guide To Attending the U.S. Open. How exciting would that be? By the way, I followed their link, and there are plenty of tickets available.

For your outdoor entertaining: This Round White & Bamboo Melamine Platter is a steal for under $14! Pick it up at Crate & Barrel.

Head Scarves for fall are a thing! And why not?  Queen Elizabeth was often seen wearing one for casual events. I think it is another chic way to accessorize. Anthropologie is offering a set of two for $38. Pick your prints.

Bloomies on Sale: Buy more and save more at Bloomingdale's this weekend. Save Up to 25% sitewide. Worth a look.

From Transplants to Tints: Your Guide To Fuller Brows: By the way, I swear by MAC'S Big Boost Fiber Gel. It tames and colors at the same time. It's all about that brush. I use shade FLING for my highlighted blond hair. It is a tad darker than the sample looks

Cheers to the weekend and this sale bar cart. It's a little bit funky and very mid-century modern. A great size for small spaces, too. On sale for $319.

West Elm 

No more bad hair days thanks to Jennifer Aniston's longtime hairdresser, Chris Mcmillan. He has his own clean hair product line debuting at Sephora. Read his story HERE, and buy his products at Sephora, Thank you, Sara, for this tip!

Does Mama need a brand new bag? This leather handbag shop on Etsy offers beautiful bags for the fraction of the cost. And the styles you won't see anywhere else. I LOVE the first bag shown.

Fun with stripes! One of my favorite designers for fun and unique styles is Simon Miller. He is all about brown for the new season.....even with peek-a-boo cutouts!

Sweater Weather: It will be here soon enough. Found this very feminine Bow Cardigan at Neiman Marcus. Isn't it so pretty? 

Save 25% sitewide at Bobbi Brown Cosmetics!  Her All Nudes Eyeshadow Palette is perfection for a natural eye look!

Bag "it". Top handles and crossbody bags are trending for fall. This Cult Gaia Kazia Nano bag goes both ways. I may like my tee shirts basic, but I want a bag that stands out. This one is outstanding! Save 20% at Bloomingdales.

Have A Beautiful Weekend, Friends!

XOXOX

Deb

The Wedding Guest Edit

 

You can never go wrong with a simple long black dress and metallic accessories as seen above. Summer weddings are your opportunity to get dressed up and kick up your heels. This guest edit rises to the occasion with a look for every type of event.

Giovanna Gown

The print brings the drama.

Perfect For: Any Black Tie Event

Sachin & Babi

Staud Calluna Dress

Sometimes a little sleeve and a touch of red is all you need.

Perfect For a Formal Event

Shopbop

Delora Open Back Maxi

Body hugging dress that is part of the Provence floral collection.

Perfect For: An Evening Summer Wedding

Alice + Olivia

Morada Boa Maxi

The Guipure lace details are fab!

Perfect For an Afternoon or Cocktail Attire Party

Farm Rio

La DoubleJ La Scala Top & Skirt

This set promises a fun time!

Perfect For a Late Afternoon Event

Tuckernuck

Bernadette Lena Dress

Classic and understated in navy taffeta.

Perfect For a Cocktail or Black Tie Dress Code.

Net-a-Porter

MacDuggal Brocade Gown

Simply elegant.

Perfect For: Any Black Tie Event

Saks Fifth Avenue

Cara Cara NYC Sienna Skirt & Tilda Peplum Top

So lovely in linen! Add a hat for panache!

Perfect For an Afternoon Wedding

Moda Operandi

Morgan Crochet Gown

The splurge look of the edit. 

Perfect For Black Tie Or Destination Beach Wedding

Cult Gaia

Stretch Crepe Asymmetrical Dress
Summer's LBD. Comfy and quietly chic.

Perfect For Cocktail and Black Tie Dress Codes.

Banana Republic

Becca Gown

Boho chic. 

Perfect For A Daytime or Evening Event

Reformation

Cynthia Rowley Ophelia Dress

Made for dancing in chiffon. 

Perfect For a Day or Evening Wedding 

Nordstrom

Cosima Dress

Perfect For A Magical Evening.

Sezane Paris

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Spring Soiree Style

Fabulous Floral Bags For Spring

{ Via: Colores Collective } 

Flowers for spring are not ground breaking, but they are quite different from the minimalist look of seasons past.  And if you love the bags above, scroll down to the bottom for all the delicate details. 

Mercedes Salazar Flower & Bee Bag

If you love a unique bag, here you go. Made from raffia and beads. $352 Anthropologie

Sanderson Wicker & Canvas Bag
Designed by British Royalty designer, Sanderson. This bag is super lovely for $149, and can be personalized for $15 more.

Mark & Graham

Agua Bendita Ace Bag

Chic in canvas, and a little dressier than most totes. $150

Shopbop

Sezane Justine Basket Flower Bag

Just discovered these bags, and every style is fabulous! Even if you don't want pink flowers, click the link or photo, to see what they offer. $310

Sezane Paris

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Cult Gaia Solene Bag

So lady like and pretty in pink! The 3D flowers are quite exquisite. $598. Receive a $100 Gift Card on this item for a limited time.

Bergdorf Goodman

Ideal Season Beaded Clutch

Beautiful tiny beads create a big statement for only $55

Lulus

Flora Tote

This tote really pops in a playful way. It's a marvelous mix of pretty and practicality. $298

Frances Valentine

Floral Tote

The perfect bag for running a spring or summer errand. The happy face flowers will make you smile. $23.50

Etsy

Kayla Embellished Clutch

Oh how pretty! It also comes with a chain strap. $595

Alice + Olivia

Serpui Mia Straw Bag
It's all about that stone chain in this bag. It detaches, but it is so beautiful as is. $455.  Earn a $50-$125 Gift Card with Code: APRILGC

Neiman Marcus

Multi Color Floral Tote

What a happy bag! $95

Colores Collective

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Florals For Spring ~ Groundbreaking!