Local Natives

Two interesting facts about myself that relate to this outfit.

1. My family's ancestry includes Native American roots, as my grandfather's mother was Native American. I've always loved this about my family being that I have yet to run into anyone else who is Native American. Hence, the tribal, Navajo print on my oversized sweater lets me celebrate my inter Pocahontas.

Outfit Details:

Navajo Print Oversized Sweater - Gypsy Warrior / Oxblood Leggings - Zara (similar style here / Leather Wedge Ankle Booties - Forever 21 / Studded Satchel - Primark / Hand Me Down Stack Ring - Henri Bendel / Gold Chain Bracelet - Charming Charlie

And 2. I purchased this sweater in a hidden gem called Gypsy Warrior in Ridgewood, New Jersey. The gypsy theme ties into my family again, as supposedly, we had gypsies in my family, too.

I've read about the store, and stalked their online shop for months. Finally, I took a ride up to their store and felt like my punk rock inner was right at home. You must check them out online at GypsyWarrior.com, where I purchased this sweater. If you like studs, leather and have a tendency to wear black, than I encourage you to check them out!

A Little Birdie Told Me...

...abstract anything is just cool. And when I can incorporate something that makes the ordinary a little more fun, sign me up. The word "sweater" conjures up stuffy, unstylish apparel, and people shivering. Out of necessity, I wear them, the majority of which are solids.

Outfit Details:

Green Blazer - Forever 21 / Blush Pink Bird Sweater - Forever 21 / Black Stretch Knit Riding Pants - Zara / Black Ankle Booties - Forever 21 / Studded Satchel - Primark / Spiked Leather Bow Bracelet - Miss Selfridge / Vintage Silver Watch - my own / Round Frame Sunnies - Urban Outfitters

But this knit bird sweater adds some much needed artsy-fartsy-ness to my apparel. I'm no stranger to black pants, so tops that I can get function (work) and fashion (all day, every day) out of make their way into my closet.

Oh, and it's random movie reference time, people! Forrest Gump has two things in common with me and this sweater.

1. It's my husband's favorite movie.

2. Forrest's main squeeze was Jenny, and holy coincidence... that's my name!

"Dear God, Make me a bird so I can fly far. Far far away from here."

In this case, fly right into Black Friday. Yes, I am that idiot person who braves the elements all in the name of saving a buck. Last year, I was done shopping by 10 a.m. on Black Friday.

Plan on staying home? Be sure to check out House Of Jeffers on Friday for my favorite Black Friday picks and special coupon codes!

Cold Play in Yellow

You know when you buy something that you fall in love with fast... but it doesn't really match with anything in your closet?

It happened to me when I found these shoes. I'd been scouring high and low for a pair of leopard/animal print stems to add a little "bam" to my step, and these BCBGeneration Secret B peepers were the ones. By the way: if you do a happy dance in the middle of a department store, it means you should buy whatever you're holding.

Outfit:

Fit & Flare Dress - Forever 21

Heart Tights - Topshop

BCBGeneration Secret - Secret B Booties

My standard black boots will always be a go-to, but this winter, I want my wardrobe to stay as loud and lively just like my favorite season: summer. Then again, it's been 65 degrees in November in New Jersey. What gives... Of course, the color scheme will change, but I don't think you have to sacrifice what you love to wear just because of the weather. I plan on punching up prints and mixing textures - keep it funky and colorful! 

Accessories:

Arty Ring - Modtoast

Henri Bendel Bow Bracelet

Spiked Bracelet - Forever 21

Blogger Breakfast @ Neiman Marcus, Paramus, NJ

While I usually don't need a solid reason to go to the mall besides the obvious, Neiman Marcus invited me and other local NJ bloggers for a breakfast and fashion/beauty event in their Garden State Plaza Paramus mall location.

Along with my good friend and blogger Molly of Pretty Stylish Life, we attend the inaugural event held in The Rotunda, the department store's beautiful restaurant to mingle with bloggers and talk about all things fashion.

The PR team gave us a guided tour of the three-level department store that is decked out in beautiful artwork, something store creator Herbert Marcus was a fan of, and of course, an array of designers that calls out to anyone who is an admirer of beautiful fashion and home wares!

Gorgeous Valentino jacket... That shall be mine...

I almost lost it when I saw they had a Chanel boutique, and they carry one of my favorite designer of all time - Emilio Pucci! 

The Chanel boutique located on the third floor - also known as my new home.

I'm redoing my kitchen with Chanel tiles...

A display showing what Emilio Pucci is known best for - gorgeous prints.

I've often walked through the store as a shopper, but I will say going on a tour and learning about the chain's history was vert interesting, and made me look at it in a completely new way.

It really is a beautiful store, and there's so much I'd love to have in my wardrobe (and will be dropping major hints on my husband for monetary contributions). But, I did notice the bloggers really swooned over Rachel Zoe's collection. Two words - animal prints!

Alexander McQueen scarf and Alexander Wang's Rocco Satchel - I'll take both, please!

One of the most stylish NM employees I've ever seen. 

"Pink Tory Burch frock, meet my closet."

 And guys, the men's department offers just as many stylish offerings as the women's department!

Ever wonder who's the person behind their Twitter account? You're not alone - Meet Jean (pictured at far left with Lynne and Kim of the store's PR department), who runs the NM Twitter page out of Houston, TX.

Great event all around! The team also gifted us with generous Neiman Marcus canvas totes filled with beauty products galore! If you live in NJ, you must stop by the store and indulge in some retail therapy!

Outfit:

Dress - Forever 21

Gladiator Sandals - Nine West

Necklace - Mandee

Cuff - Recycled leather cuff via Etsy.com