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. 

Poppy Magazine & triFABB Holiday Party

tee: swag from ifbcon// pants: h&m // blazer: zara (old, similar here )// shoes: 3.1 phillip lim ( available here )// sunnies: prada (available here )// clutch: shoemint // watch: michael kors (available here )// jewels: stella & dot
today's holiday opulence: floral satin pants!
photos by the amazing Molly Stillman

Well happy Friday skrillas. Last weekend was the Poppy Magazine and triFABB holiday party and it was a rockin good time. Other than leaving empty handed and broken hearted after falling in love with a jacket at Clothes Hound it was a great evening......when it comes to paying the power bill or getting a new jacket....I guess I would rather have the lights on in my home to view all of the awesome jackets I already own.

Anywhos, I'm sure its no surprise that I have mixed feelings on H&M...I LOVE their edgy, trendy clothes but I get so sick of seeing the same items over and over again on the blogosphere so I tend to steer away from the store. However, I went in for the pre-Black Friday sale a couple of weeks ago and couldn't resist these floral satin pants....I was like whatevs, I'm sure no one else will rock them the way I will!!

Above is the outfit I wore to the party and below you can see me frolicking around in the aforementioned beloved jacket ...PS I had a request on how to DIY my sunnies from the last post and its up on the What2Wear Facebook page so check it out and have a loverly weekend skrillas....pss you are most definitely going to want to check back on Monday...I have something pretty exciting to show you!

And now for the necklace du jour....The Stella & Dot Estate Bib

And a little weekly recap for ya!

Lawn Furniture

jacket, pants and sweatshirt: the limited (recent)// shoes: 3.1 phillip lim (available here )// sunnies: prada (available here )// watch: michael kors (available here )// bag & jewels: stella & dot
photos by the amazing Molly Stillman

You know, most wives would probably be offended if their husband told them their outfit resembled lawn furniture, HA, not this girl. That comment was a sure fire sign that I had a blog-worthy outfit. As a fashion blogger I feel it is my job, neigh, my duty to push my own fashion boundaries so that it in turn pushes you, my lovely readers to try things out of your comfort zone.

Print on print...yea boy....throw in another print......add the "willy wonka sunglasses" and some menswear inspired loafers and boom, done.....this is probably my favorite outfit...EVER. Back to the "willy wonka" comment so eloquently mentioned by my mother....I was like "dukes, these are prada baroque sunnies....they are a work of art....and if i have to look like willy wonka while donning them....its just a hazard of the trade!"

Now that my friends... is how you know you have a winner....when your mother AND your husband both have things to say about your outfit :)

If you would like to join myself and doodle on our daily adventures you can follow us on instagram @doodlesmom812 and for more fashion and behind the scenes check out the What2Wear Facebook page here

PS I'm linking up with Molly today for #YOLO Monday's so be sure to check that out!

And for the necklace du jour.....The Stella & Dot Estate Bib

Dandy Librarian

jacket & pants: the limited (recent & both on sale!)// shirt: fab'rik // shoes: 3.1 phillip lim (available here ) // sunnies: diy// jewels: stella & dot // watch: michael kors ( available here )

Hey partay people, I hope you are having a fabulous start to the week. This weekend I learned that you can get Peppermint Mocha Lattes in the skinny version......which is pretty much the coolest thing I have ever heard.....I also learned that whenever you THINK your baby has started sleeping through the night he does a fast one on you and STOPS and starts waking up at 4 AM...which is where the lattes come into play.

I'm kind of loving that the top half of me looks like a librarian from the 50's and the bottom half looks like a well dressed male fashion blogger.....best of both worlds if you ask me....skip to the aptly named "dandy librarian". And that last shot is a little one-two punch to get your day going.....you are welcome :)

Also, I'm linking up with Molly again for #yolo Mondays so check it out skrillas

PS. If you would like to see more... aka my handsome doodle then you can follow us on instagram @doodlesmom812....and for more fashion and behind the scenes you can follow the What2Wear Facebook page here

And for the necklaces du jour...... The Stella & Dot Stevie

And the Stella & Dot Gitane (which is also available in gold...what! that's crazy, I know)