Sparkle, Dazzle, & Shine. It's a New Year!

Shine like the New Years Ball itself. And you don't have to be in New York City to bring your top notch style to the party. My top two party outfit choices for this New Year? 

Silence and Lords of Leaping Dress for $99 at UrbanOutfitters.com. One of Urbans 12 days of Dresses, you are sure to leap your way right into your man's arms (or any mans arms for that matter!) when the clock strikes 12.

Silence and Lords of Leaping Dress $99 at UrbanOutfitters.com

And my second choice? Rendez-Vous by Paul & Joe Sister Lurex Bow Back Tunic for $68. I must tell you that this Tunic looks way better in person than in this picture. It's a cotton, acrylic, polyester, and Lurex (metallic yarn) blend, which makes it stretchy and comfortable for a no fuss night out.

Rendez-Vous by Paul & Joe Sister Lurex Bow Back Tunic for $68 at UrbanOutfitters.com

What/Who is Paul and Joe Sister? Named after her two sons, Paul and Joe, Sophie Albou designed a menswear collection called Paul & Joe in 1995. She then continued on, designing a women's collection of which she named Paul & Joe Sister. The collection is said to be the younger sibling to the Paul & Joe brand. Embodying a bit of whimsy, her collections are playful yet fashion forward, worthy of a gold star in my book. Here are some pieces from Paul & Joe Sister:

Paul & Joe Sister lookbook from NYLON

All I Want for Christmas...

With Christmas a mere 3 days away I thought I would start with a post about my top two wishlist picks. I asked for these gifts not only because they are cute and I am totally in LOVE, but because they give back. My picks for this Christmas? A pair of Toms shoes and a Humanity for all wrap bracelet. By purchasing these products you are not only getting something incredibly fun and fashionable but you are giving a little back to those in need.


Toms shoes, ever growing in popularity for quite sometime now, has established their One for One Movement in which they give a new pair of shoes to a child in need for every pair that you purchase. I asked for Toms Silver Glitters. Although a casual shoe, the Silver Sparkle can dress an outfit up.  $54 at toms.com

Humanity for All gives 25% of your purchase to non-profit organizations, and the bracelets are actually leather! (wow) and are decked out with studs, chains, gemstones and positive, inspirational sayings. The Humanity Happy Days Chain Wrap Bracelet is a sure accessory to brighten your day.  $36 at buckle.com