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Tuesday, November 15, 2016

REVEIW: AFFORDABLE, QUALITY 14K GOLD JEWELRY FROM BROOK & YORK

Happy Tuesday, Blogland!
The holidays are just around the corner, and that means 'tis the season for shopping!
So, for all you gold jewelry lovers, like myself, this post is definitely for you! ❤
I was recently sent the lovely ring seen below from brook & york. An affordable line of sleek and sophisticated, quality 14k gold jewelry, which has quickly become an everyday fashion staple for me.
The company was inspired by the two cities where they live and work, Coastal Connecticut and New York City. Two areas that hold a special place in my heart and make this jewelry line truly speak to me.
I especially love that each piece is made in the USA, many can be customized, for that extra special, personal touch, and that they offer FREE Shipping on ALL Orders. Yay, Happy Shopping!

Assorted 14k Gold Custom Cuff and Bangle Bracelets from brook & york. (Price Range = $44 - $88)
Above layout by Liesl Ehardt using the brook & york Logo and image from their Lookbook.

A sample of delicate 14k Gold Custom Enamel Necklaces from brook & york that are perfect for everyday or layering. (Price Range = $48 - $50)
Above image from the brook & york Lookbook.

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14k Gold Liv Double Rope Ring: brook & york = $42

Gold Beaded Layered Necklace: Forever 21 = $5.90 / Black & Gold Layered Necklace: Forever 21 = 5.90 / 14k Gold Liv Double Rope Ring: brook & york = $42 / Cranberry Open Shoulder Dress: Forever 21 = $19.90

14k Gold Liv Double Rope Ring: brook & york = $42 / Gold Bangles: Forever 21 = $5.90 (set of 6)

14k Gold Liv Double Rope Ring: brook & york = $42

ALL of the above images are by Liesl Ehardt unless otherwise noted.

Thursday, November 10, 2016

AFFORDABLE ONLINE SHOPPING: SEDONA EAST + PROMO CODE

Happy Thursday, Fashionable Friends!

I was recently invited by Sedona East, a wonderful and affordable, quality shop that offers clothes, bags, jewelry, home goods and more, to join their team of Fashion Bloggers. Yay!

This means that you, yes you, get 15% OFF any purchase using the Promo Code SEGIRL15 through December of 2017! So you have over a year to shop for goodies or gifts and continue to save.

I've put together some of my favorites under $50 and look forward to sharing some of what I purchase from them in a future post. Happy Shopping! ❤

Sedona East Shop / Instagram / Facebook / Twitter

Gold Elephant Bookends = $45
($38.25 with discount)

Happy Little Cloud Ring Dish = $17
($14.75 with discount)

Shine Bright Diamond Candle Holder = $18
($15.30 with discount)

24k Gold Inspirational Adventure Arrow Necklace = $36
($30.60 with discount)

24k Gold Moroccan Moonrise Necklace = $42
($35.70 with discount)

Sideways Branch Necklace = $27
($22.95 with discount)

< < SIDE NOTE > >

I try to avoid posting on politics, but I think it's important for each of us on the United States to realize that regardless of what your vote was, what your views are or your political party is, we are fortunate to have a vote, and chance to be heard, and should respect others as well.

I know the US election has shaken a lot of people, and in my eyes neither was a stellar candidate, but I think we, including the media, at least owe it to any person who takes office a fair chance to do well and succeed. Only time will tell how they will do, let's spread love, not hate. ❤

Monday, November 7, 2016

LOOK OF THE DAY: A BEAUTIFUL FALL DAY FEATURING AMI CLUBWEAR + PROMO CODE

Happy Monday, Everyone!
I hope you had a lovely weekend. It was gorgeous back east, and fall has been simply beautiful so far!
Some of you may have heard of the affordable online clothing shop, AMI Clubwear. Recently, they updated their shop, and overall look, and reached out to see if I wanted to collaborate with them.
To be perfectly honest, I'm not a clubgoer, never was in my twenties and am far past that now in my thirties, and their name steered me to think that skimpier clubwear might be all they had to offer.
There are plenty of those looks in their shop, for those of you who enjoy those fashions, but for those of you like me, they also offer a wide variety of shoes, coats and accessories that are great for any age!
They sent me a Black Knit Skater Skirt, which I'll show in a future post, with their Olive Tie Front Coat and Brown Quilted Boots that you will see featured in my Look of the Day under $100 below.
The boots are padded for comfort and good quality for the price, and the jacket is great for a soft, simple, lightweight jacket, but is not lined, so, don't expect too much warmth from it.
I think it's another good, affordable spot for outerwear, shoes and accessories. Plus, I have a special introductory offer to get you 50% OFF using promo code: WELCOME to help you save even more!
Side Note: Tomorrow is Election Day in the US, so, don't forget To Vote! We are SO fortunate to have that freedom, a right so many would give anything, and gave lives for previously, to have. ★

Brown Quilted Boots: AMI Clubwear = $39.99 / Olive Tie Front Coat: AMI Clubwear = $34.99 / Matty M Black Leggings: Costco = $14.99 / Black Knit Turtleneck*: Forever 21 = $7.90 (*comes in 9 additional colors) / Animal Print Scarf: Old Navy = $19 / Gold Spiral Ring: Forever 21 = $2.90 / Black Brooklyn Height Sunglasses: Francesca's = $14

Brown Quilted Boot: AMI Clubwear = $39.99

Olive Tie Front Coat: AMI Clubwear = $34.99 / Matty M Black Leggings: Costco = $14.99 / Black Knit Turtleneck*: Forever 21 = $7.90 (*comes in 9 additional colors)

Olive Tie Front Coat: AMI Clubwear = $34.99

Brown Quilted Boot: AMI Clubwear = $39.99

Black Brooklyn Height Sunglasses: Francesca's = $14

Animal Print Scarf: Old Navy = $19 / Black Brooklyn Height Sunglasses: Francesca's = $14 / Gold Spiral Ring: Forever 21 = $2.90

Gold Spiral Ring: Forever 21 = $2.90

ALL of the above images and layouts, aside from AMI Clubwear Logo, are by Liesl Ehardt.

Friday, November 4, 2016

LIFE: NEW MONTHLY FEATURE + WAYS TO GOMO - GET OUT MORE OFTEN

Happy Friday, Everyone!
I'm going to start featuring a post each month about life where I'll share and open up a conversation about experiences, fears and lessons learned in my own. I think it is in the vulnerable moments of truth when you better connect with others.
You have probably heard the phrase FOMO, an acronym for Fear Of Missing Out causing many are push a GOMO, Get Out More Often, craze. Similar to YOLO, You Only Live Once, which all seem to be mottos that are taking on a real feeling and place in today's society.
My life has been filled with a number of transitions over the past year as I continue to find my path.
I think the older we get, and as time appears to pass us by more quickly, we worry about not doing everything we hope to do or missing out on experiences, great opportunities and fun moments with friends, family or loved ones.
This is often due to us simply letting life get in the way. Putting things off until tomorrow or "one day," but why not do it today?
It's said, you can always make time if you want to, mostly referring to relationships and the dating world. To some extent this is very true, though, at the end of the day, I realize there are only 24 hours in any given day. It's more about using your time more wisely and keeping yourself energized to do them.
As I become more and more proactive in going after what it is that make me happiest in life, I'm learning some things a long the way and want to share them with you.
This month, I've put together 3 tips to help you get yourself out there and help you avoid missing out! Feel free to share your thoughts and tips in the comments below! :)

Black & Gold Tie Necklace: Dress Lily = $1.35 / Black Braided Cami Tank: Forever 21 = $5.80

This helps lock down a day and hold you accountable to getting together with friends and loved ones.
While living in Los Angeles, for almost 10 years, I most looked forward to our annual holiday par-tay. Looking back, I'm so glad we made it a yearly event because it brought so many people together to catch up and celebrate over festive cocktails and small bites.
My top pick to help you find fun events or plan one of your own would be Eventbrite.

Layout created using logo image from Eventbrite.

Believe me, I know that sometimes all you want to do is go home after a long day or stay at home in your comfortable bubble. I've been there, and yes, done that. More than I'd like to admit.
However, in those times when you do in fact go out, you often find you are glad that you did. It helps keep up your relationships with others, can make you feel alive and get you out there meeting new people and coming into contact with possible new opportunities.
I've always admired one of my best friends since childhood, Lena. She doesn't let a single moment go by without fully living. She is so busy, works a lot, travels often and is always doing everything she can to make it to every party, charity run, event, dinner, girl's night, you name it. She lives her life with such zest and positivity every single day, which truly inspires me.
Moral to the story, get out there and say, "yes," whenever possible. Adventure awaits!

We have all heard it before, "Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans."
Sometimes we get so set in making plans that we forget to actually live. Next thing you know, days, weeks and even years have passed and you have missed more than you realize.
It may not be easy to fly by the seat of your pants, so to speak, but sometimes you really end up having the most fun this way and crossing paths with people who may never have entered your life otherwise.
Take that chance and try it. Remember, you can always go home if it doesn't pan out as you had hoped.

ALL of the above images and layouts are designed by Liesl Ehardt unless otherwise noted.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2016

LOOK OF THE DAY: CASUAL COMFORT IN A T-SHIRT AND JEANS BY STS BLUE

Happy November, Blogland!

I hope you all had a fun, sweet and safe Halloween! Now, let's talk about Jeans...
They are a staple for so many of us, and with so many styles, cuts and washes it is nice to have a variety of the in your wardrobe.
However, comfortable, flattering cut, quality jeans aren't usually that affordable, but it doesn't have to be that way. The STS Blue jean line offers a variety of them for an affordable price ranging from $42 - $68.
They kindly sent me a pair of their Piper Skinny Mid-Rise Jeans and they fit like a glove!
I've always wanted to try a pair of black skinny jeans, and I'm in love with the look, fit and how comfortable they are to wear. I always have trouble finding jeans I like, but I am truly so happy with these and their perfect stretch factor!
I put this simple t-shirt and jeans look together for under $90 plus accessories!
The best part is they offer FREE Shipping & Returns on every order, which makes it that much more affordable and creates a worry-free shopping experience!
However, if you still prefer to try them on before purchasing, you can buy them at your local Nordstrom as well. Share your favorite, affordable jeans in the comments below!

White T-Shirt: Forever 21 = $12.90 / Black Skinny Mid-Rise Jeans: STS Blue = $42 / Taupe Faux Suede Boots: Forever 21 = $34.90 / Dainty "L" Necklace = Francesca's = $18 / Dainty Layered Gold Necklace: Forever 21 = $5.90 (similar) / Gold Feather Bracelet: Lulu's = $16 (similar) / Cream Robe Bracelet: Girl selling in from of her home in Denver, CO = $1 / Jules Smith Rose Gold Safety Pin Cuff: The Beehive (a gift) / Kenneth Cole Reaction Sunglasses: TJ Maxx = $12.99

White T-Shirt: Forever 21 = $12.90 / Black Skinny Mid-Rise Jeans: STS Blue = $42 / Taupe Faux Suede Boots: Forever 21 = $34.90

Kenneth Cole Reaction Sunglasses: TJ Maxx = $12.99

Dainty "L" Necklace = Francesca's = $18 / Dainty Layered Gold Necklace: Forever 21 = $5.90 (similar)

Gold Feather Bracelet: Lulu's = $16 (similar) / Cream Homemade Rope Bracelet: Young girl selling them outside her home in Denver, CO = $1 / Jules Smith Rose Gold Safety Pin Cuff: The Beehive (a gift)