Merry Christmas Skrillas

tee- swag from ifbcon// shorts: fab'rik (similar here )// kimono: stylemint // shoes: 3.1 phillip lim (available here )// clutch: kate spade (outlet, similar here )// jewels: stella & dot
photos by the amazing Molly Stillman 

Well its Christmas Eve day.....this is honestly the first year that I haven't been excited about presents....my presents that is.......I'm super freaking excited about doodle's presents. My trip to ifbcon in New York was my Christmas gift (which is where I got this sweet t-shirt from!) so all I asked for was Starbucks gift cards in my stocking. I can't wait to see doodle covered in wrapping paper with boxes all around him, it really is a surreal experience this year as far as my mentality towards certain things that used to bring me joy. All I want for Christmas is to be with family and see doodle's eyes light up in front of the tree.......although some Starbucks gift cards would help me stay awake to see that, that last shot will be my face if I don't get any.......Merry Christmas Skrillas :)

PS I'm linking up with Molly again so be sure to check that out!

And for the necklace du jour...The Stella & Dot Tempest

Copycat Lookbook: Golden White Decor

photo via goldenwhitedecor.com

top: free people (similar here )// skirt: miss me ( similar here )/ /blazer: the limited (similar here )// clutch: kate spade (available here )// shoes: 3.1 phillip lim (available here )// watch: michael kors (available here )// jewels: stella & dot
today's holiday opulence: sequins!!
photos by the amazing Molly Stillman

Ok its time for another round of Copycat Lookbook (where I find looks I love and recreate them with items I already own).....and as you can see its a very festive look from the girls over at Golden White Decor. First let me say that the 2 ladies behind this blog are absolutely stunning and they actually inspire me and motivate me on a daily basis with quotes and wisdom that they share....so you need to check them out!! Sidenote- roxthefox suggested that I open up the Copy Lookbook series to you guys.....so skrillas.....do you have any looks that you love that you would like me to recreate? If so email me a picture of the look!!!! (monikabrooke@gmail.com)

Next, I just want to say I hope you guys appreciate this clutch.....the hubs most definitely did not.....so you guys know what I'm about to say....I LOVE it!!! I mean come on, its says "arm candy"....it doesn't get much better.

PS....be sure to check out the Stella & Dot Renegade Cluster bracelet giveaway here!!! Its open till this Saturday!!!

And for the necklace du jour.....The Stella & Dot Geneve Lace Pendant

I know you are busy but if you have a second I would like to introduce you to the newest member of my jewelry collection.... The Geneve Lace Pendant Necklace. I love interesting design and pieces that have a story behind them. The Chief Creative Officer's (Blythe Harris) grandmother's ("Dot" in Stella & Dot) father had a lace factory in the early 1920's and when she passed away she left all of the lace samples to Blythe. Blythe was so inspired by the intricacy and textures of the lace that she had the design team create custom vintage inspired pieces including this one that were modeled after the samples. I wish you could see this in person because its absolutely beautiful. 

Bloggers Do it Better: Sequins

So I have only had by blog for a month and just today moved over to blogger just for practical reasons...anywho man was it a good day....my first Bloggers Do It Better challenge AND a new jogging stroller AND my first wedding dress fitting (I'm technically married but our big ceremony is in the Spring) doesn't get any better!  I was a little bummed that the first challenge was sequins because I don't usually adorn myself with them but then I thought hold the phone, I do own some sequins which led to the creation of this outfit. I'll admit, prancing around town all bedazzled is fun....who knows....maybe I am a converted sequin lover!

Blouse: The Limted
Skirt: MM Couture by Miss Me
Shoes: Guess
Tights: The Limited
Hat: New York & Co