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Christmas Photo Time!

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IMG_1831It’s mid November and time to start planning for the 2013 Christmas card! I would absolutely love to do another photo card of the entire family, but since my husband was appalled by my photo choice for last year, above photo,  he has kindly suggested that we just keep this year about Reagan.

We had some lovely pictures taken by EIEIO Photography a few weeks back and the shots of Reagan are definetly Christmas card worthy. However, I have been admiring Kristen Koppers Photography on Facebook for sometime now, so when she posted a children’s only Mini Session on Facebook; I jumped at the opportunity to work with her! The session is super short, no time for a change of clothes and only one background.

This is ultimately a session for the Christmas card, so ‘Christmasy’ attire is in order.

This is part of the email sent by the photographer:
Each session is about 20 minutes. I will be using a cream background and a cream wood floor as well as my cream “shaggy” rug. I have lots of organic/ earthy trees/ greenery with some vintage crates, stools and chairs. I recommend keeping clothing classic.

I adore the word classic.

Classic Choices…

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1. Casey Cardigan 2. Button Down Oxford Shirt 3. Gigi Pant 4. Patent Tortoise Ballet Flats

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1.Plaid Bow Back Top 2.Gigi Pant in Velvet Dot 3.Glitter Bow Oxfords

I’m in love with the plaid shirt, but worry about the ‘tent’ look on my super tiny kiddo. Reagan loves the sparkle shoes, so I would love to snag a pair in her size, regardless if they ended up making the photo cut. Here’s hoping we find what we want in her size!

Christmas Card Savings:

Snapfish – 30% off with code HOLIDAY2013

tinyprints – 25% off with code SW1117

ShutterFly – 40% off with code UP40CARDS

Falling In Love With J.Crew Kids

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I’m ecstatic to say that J.Crew Kids fits Reagan perfectly! With a long torso, shorter legs and a tiny waist line; it’s a challenge to find clothes that fit Reagan just right.

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Sweater – J.Crew
Leggings – J.Crew
Onesie- Carter’s
Socks – Roots- (similar)
Shoes – Chuck Taylor’s
Hat – Buffalo Sabres Hat – purchased at a game last season. I was unable to find anything like it online:( Here’s a link to Sabres Hats

Who doesn’t love 50% off?!

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photo-3Currently through July 7th all of J.Crew Factory in store and online is 50% off! Yes, everything is 50% off, and if you spend more than $100 you receive free shipping. These are just some of my favorites including the paisley tunic which is already in my cart and ready to be worn with denim cutoffs, over a suit to the beach or white skinnies:

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1. Factory brass-plated crystal necklace: $27.50 (reg. $54.50)
2. Factory crystal and neon stone bracelet: $16.00 (reg. $32.50)
3. Factory polka-dot popover: $34.50 (reg. $69.50)
4. Factory zigzag sequin tank: $44.00 (reg. $88.00)
5. Factory paisley tunic: $47.50 (reg. $95.00)

And if you love sales like me, Gap also has some great promotions going on. They are different in stores and online and are changing daily under the “Red, White and Bright” promotions.

Jewelry Closet

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Sounds amazing, right?! When we were looking at apartments and I saw this pre-war medicine cabinet, I had a vision. Having experimented with many different forms of jewelry storage over the years and I now know that if I can’t see it out in the open, I won’t wear it. The ability to have all of my jewelry on display but also be able to conceal it behind the doors is a dream, especially in a tiny NYC apartment! I know I have a lot…probably too much but this collection wasn’t built overnight and is comprised mostly of Forever 21 finds or deeply discounted J.Crew baubles.

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There is a lot of storage in this small space. Up on the top shelf are towels, wash cloths and sheets. I found these storage bins at TJ Maxx but they are available from a variety of retailers. The Container Store outfitted the rest of the closet including the nail polish bins.

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IMG_3601Some favorites arranged by rose, gold and silver.

IMG_3602Watch stand, small compartment storage, and earring stand all from the Container Store.

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Head to Toe

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As I looked down while walking yesterday, I realized I was in head to toe J.Crew…most of my jewelry included. I wish I could say that this is not a common occurrence but that would be false. With classic styles, great fit and fabulous jewelry, J.Crew is my go-to, número uno choice of store. The always occurring sales, with additional markdowns AND a student/teacher ID discount of an additional 15% off doesn’t hurt either! Thanks to a recent sale with additional 50% then my 15%, I snagged these pink leather flats for just $21 down from over $140 retail! I am a sucker for a sale and that’s what created today’s look along with the majority of my wardrobe.

Chambray Shirt

Polka Dot Pants (on sale in store)

Flats (sold out, similar here)

Coat, last winter.