January Favorites!

I really can't believe that I'm already writing about my January favorites! It's crazy to think how fast 2015 is already flying by! Then again, time flies when you're having fun right?! January started with a break and ended back in the grind of school but I really can't complain. The break was nice but it's good to be back in a groove. My January favorites really show how I'm back into this routine grind hitting of some new and some old favorite go-tos. You know I always love a good go-to!

J.Crew Downtown Field Jacket // {Here} This is the ultimate cool girl jacket and I'm glad I made the plunge last year to invest in it. For one, it goes with absolutely everything and two, it's perfect for that brisk temperature that's too chilly for a sweater but not quite cold enough for a coat. It's the quintessential transition piece and I know it's already going to be one of my spring staples. I'm eyeing the black version!

Gap High Rise Skinny Jeans // {Here} I took a much needed trip to Gap over winter break to invest in some new jeans (sans unintentional holes and not completely stretched) that were much needed. I scored a few pairs on crazy-sale and these were my absolute favorite snatch. They're a higher rise version than I've ever had as well as skinny verses straight but I've been converted. The proportion is perfect with the rise and makes my 5'4" legs look a few inches longer (praise the jeans Gods), the darker wash is super flattering and the leg is fitted but not overly tight. These jeans and my field jacket have been my January uniform and I'm not regretting it one bit.

New Yorker Calendar // {Here} On one of my many trips to Joseph Beth over break I picked up this calendar to keep on my wall at school. I always have an agenda but this has bumped my organization up ten-fold. I keep it by my mirror and scan the week as I'm getting dressed. The classic illustrations also brighten up my room! If you haven't gotten a yearly calendar, get on it!

Clarisonic Mia 2 // {Here} This is truly a miracle product. I had wanted one of these for a while but could never justify paying so much for it. Thankfully I was gifted one during Christmas (thanks Mom) and it is life changing. Not lying. Within a week I had seen a change in my skin and now after three weeks I swear my face has completely transformed. I use it every night before I go to bed and it had completely cleared up any deep blemishes, brightened my skin and softened it without changing any other part of my routine. Trust me, this is worth the investment!

Essie Nail Care // {Here} Yes, I love to have my nails painted and I fell in love with two perfect colors over break {here} and {here}. However, after battling the inevitable chippage and keeping up a shiny top coat I decided to take a break and give my nails some breathing time. I 've been using this base coat about two times a week just to clear up my dry, overpainted, nails and strengthen them in their much needed off-season. Treat your nails to a break too!

What was on your list of January favorites?
Emily

#FridayFinds: Links I'm Loving

Cheers to another fast week! The first full week back to school felt super long but, as always, sped right through! It helps to have some exciting plans for Friday night to look forward to! Tonight, the roommates and I are taking to the town to visit the local art galleries! Some good food, some good art and some dressed up friends are right up my alley! Below are some of the links on my radar this week from J.Crew New Arrivals to 15 beautiful cities to a heart warming video of two first graders. I hope you enjoy these links and your Friday plans!

{Link} // Gotta start off with the best! J.Crew released their Spring arrivals this week and it seems to be the light at the end of the snowy tunnel! I'm lusting over these slim cargo pants {here}, they've put a spin on the classic baseball tee {here} and this sequined dress is my favorite piece of the whole collection {here}! Check it out!

{Link} // The 15 Places You Should Add to your Travel List. This article caught my attention this week and I'm definitely adding some of these places onto my never-ending wanderlust list. Fun fact: Milan made it to #6!

{Link} // Gasp! Kate Spade Saturday is closing up shop in 2015. Can't say I didn't see it coming but I can say that I am going to be sad. So do pay your respects and add some items to your shopping bag to forever remember this kitchy branch of KS!

{Link} // Whoop whoop! Look out! Disney is introducing it's first Latina princess! While she doesn't have her own feature film, she will star in a television series called Sophia the First. I applaud you Disney!

{Link} // These two first graders are absolutely adorable. What Vincent does for his best friend with cancer is truly heartwarming. Take a look for yourself!

Cheers!
Emily

Snack Attack with Reese's Spreads!

Healthy snacks are a necessity for me at school. To get through cram-packed days with (way too many) lunches on the go I turn to snacks to keep me fueled to finish all my work. I've definitely gotten in a rut of the same choices, a Chewy granola bar, goldfish or pretzels, so when I got this jar of goodness I was in for a treat! I'm a big sucker for apples and peanut butter but this stuff is a-m-a-z-i-n-g! It has that classic Reese's taste all in a spread! I love it as a quick afternoon snack or a healthier dessert alternative! It has the same amount of calories as my normal peanut butter but with an added chocolatey taste! The pairings are seriously endless - apples, pretzels, bread you name it! Head to your local grocery store and snag this spread up!

What's your choice of snack?
Emily

*I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes

Battling the Cold with these Winter Must Haves!

I've definitely lucked out in Memphis with some far from freezing temperatures but I've been living out my white winter dreams through my friends in the northern part of the country.  There have been some absolutely beautiful snowy photos but I'm more than happy to enjoy them solely via screen! For those of you who are right in the thick of this winter storm I hope you've got the gear to make it through! I put together all of the pieces on my Winter Lust list from these super affordable Old Navy gloves {here} to this to-die-for green cocoon coat from J.Crew {here}. Battling the cold weather is all about layering, so what a great excuse to buy it all! Check out the direct links to these pieces {here}!

What's on your list of winter must haves?
Emily

The Best Kind of Party is a Blog Party!

Yesterday I got the absolute best box of goodies from Jamie over at Blog Party. Fruity Custards, 45 Wall Designs Notebook, A Rome city guide and BareMinerals oh my! There were so many adorable things in this little box so I just had to share! So what is this all for?

Jamie runs Blog Party. Ever heard of it? Well, you should! It's a meet-up, hosted in various places, for bloggers of all kinds to come together, meet and mingle! The parties are great opportunities for companies to connect with bloggers and advertise to global audiences! To put it in their words it's, "Just a casual meet-up with cool people; sounds like a good party to us!" If you want to learn more head over to their website {The Blog Party} or checkout some of their snaps from their latest get together {here}! Way too cool!

Follow {@theblogparty} on Instagram and you could score one of these awesome goodie boxes! Now I'm just crossing my fingers that a party will make it's way down to Memphis!

Thanks Jamie!
Emily