B Lucky: Wore and learned from FABB

Wednesday was such a great day at Lucky Magazine's FABB conference that I'm still replaying moments in my head and scrolling through photos. If you couldn't be there or was a good employee and didn't catch the live stream then here are some things I took away from FABB including what I wore.

• "The most important relationship you have is the one you have with yourself" advice given by Diane Von Furstenberg
• DVF has no conception on how anyone can be bored because she is so eager to learn. something to remember.
• Editors require a point of view and a strong eye, successful bloggers have that quality, again by DVF
• You learn most from your criticism. And seriously, Diane- when are you coming out with an advice book?
• Be persistent, assume they aren't listening
• Social media is commitment, not a game
• Put blinders on and focus forward
• Rachel Roy shared "make it be about following the quality of life."

All in all, if you want to find success in blogging or another career you need to be yourself and follow your passions. Feeling motivated to continue doing what I love.
 

 

Skirt: Club Monaco// Top: Club Monaco (similar) // Vest: Club Monaco (similar) // Necklace: Forever 21 (similar)// Boots: Corso Como (similar)

The weather gave an unexpected (or I was in denial) turn with wind and rain the day of FABB. Meaning I had to leave my gorgeous new Kate Spade orange suede wedges at home and slip on my boots I haven't worn since last fall. Secretly it was a great excuse to save my feet in flats and stay warm! The light layers of the vest and top were just enough to keep me comfortable while inside and of course I couldn't attend a blogger conference with a pile of bracelets including a watch that doesn't work (but its looks pretty).

On my wrist: Tory Burch// Kitson// Urban Outfitters// Vintage from my grandmother

On my nails: OPI You Don't Know Jacques and Essie Carry On

And a few pics from my iPhone...

Lucky FABB schedule// DVF// Sitting with Lauren of Everyday to Runway// Sketch of myself by Lauren Friedman

B Linked: DIY Hair chain

My hair accessory collection is quickly growing this season with pieces that are anything but ordinary. Inspired by Kim Kardashian's hair chain seen worn many of times (google if you're confused) I decided to make my own instead of the $80 plunge. The jump rings I used were very easy to open by hand so no fancy jewelry pliers were even needed. There are so many choices on chain color and size today that you could follow my same steps and still create a completely new look.

By the way, I had an amazing time at the Lucky FABB conference yesterday. Too many thoughts and photos to sort through before I post so stay tuned.
 
DIRECTIONS: Trim chain into 6 one foot long pieces. Pair chairs together and connect to comb through jump rings. If hair is clean, tease where comb is placed, otherwise just insert and go!

B Away from the desk

But don't worry, I have my iPad and iPhone in tow so I can live tweet all the juicy details for you! It was a rough start with a flight delay yesterday and maneuvering around my outfit options with the downpour in the East but I'm a giddy school girl this morning. I know I'm suppose to act sly and casual, you know this is an everyday thing but I can't! Diane Von Furstenberg, The Kardashians and Rebecca Minkoff are going to be just feet from me today. I suggest you turn your computer screen away from your boss and watch the live stream here or just keep checking my twitter and facebook because there will be a lot of good content coming!

P.S. You can now shop online on Zara.com starting today! Just face it, none of us are getting away work done.

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B Wished: Some things for September

As September has begun and I'm off to New York today I can't help but create a small wish list for shopping. I already know I can't get enough of leopard footwear especially after spying those Kate Spade flats in the store last weekend and bringing the print upward with a pair of tortoise sunglasses. A pop of color shown in denim creates an outfit on its own but finding the perfect pair is challenging. I want the best pair that will be flattering as the eye will be drawn in one direction when other accessories are neutral to balance them out.

1. Coach willis bag
2. Deborah Lippmann brick house
3. Halogen retro inspired glasses
4. AG Stevie ankle
5. Top Shop velvet knot bandeau
6. Kate Spade eryn flat

B Treated: Something sweet

Over the weekend I made the mistake of baking a batch of snickerdoodles. The whole family has tried to avoid them all weekend but they are moist and give you a great taste of cinnamon sugar around the crust. I followed this recipe from on my favorite food blogs and definitely will mark this one for the next holiday where a bigger group is there to snack them all down before I stash them in the pantry.

I'm off to New York City tomorrow and am more than anxious for Lucky FABB along with seeing my favorite New Yorkers. Enjoy your holiday!

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B Details: This weekend's links

This weekend I plan to:
Finish this book I started a week ago
Try a new recipe from my new favorite food site
Replicate an outfit to pack for New York, preferably with pleats
Wear wallis on my nails
Work out hard trying new classes and wearing my favorite new gym shoes

Enjoy your holiday weekend!
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B Intentional: How to mix metal jewelry

Remember those fashion "rules" that say you can't wear black with brown, no white after labor day or only skinny women can wear skinnies? I hate these. I know hate is a strong word but when someone tells me I can't especially when it comes to fashion, I want to do it more. In this case, mixing gold and silver jewelry. I am typically magnetized towards gold jewelry when planning an outfit but then I look at so many great silver pieces I have from my grandmother or from Tiffany's that I received as gifts and I want to be able to pair them together.

I myself have found a few rules to break this "fashion rule" and left me wearing all my favorite and some new pieces.

More the merrier
When mixing silver and gold there is no maximum number of pieces you can wear on your wrist or neck. Mixing your metals might be better when you have odd numbers of each silver or gold layering on your neck or wrist. Best thing about jewelry is that it always comes off so experiment and pile them on!

Pre-mixed jewelry
I recently was gifted these pieces from Jewelmint that I found were perfect for when I want to mix metals. The quality of the pieces at the low price available through Jewelmint I was surprised and loved how well they mixed in with other higher end pieces I own. The neo bedrock duo is a ring set of both a gold and silver ring. I wore these rings on different occasions alone or stacked together to make a big impact! Another piece great to start your layering and metal mixing is the serpentine necklace. Two chain necklaces in silver and gold perfectly layered for you to wear. Both these pieces are a way to get the look fast without trying!

B intentional
When trying any new trend the best thing you can do is have confidence! When metals are bold and statements and contrast it will be clear that you were intentional in your mixing. Simple as that ladies!