Obnoxious Pops Of Color

Never, ever waste a good hair day. Like, ever.

Listen folks - I didn't just spend 45 minutes curling my hair to sit on my couch. I don't need to make a total night of it, but if I at least hit up my favorite Mexican place for a burrito and a frozen margarita on a Friday night, I'm one happy lady. Simples pleasures, people. 

Ever since my little trip to the hospital last week, I'm definitely making some changes - both mentally and physically. Until I figure out what is causing my migraines to be so severe, I'm drastically cutting out a lot of things in my diet like caffeine and one of my favorites, chocolate.

Also, I'm more determined than ever to really start pushing myself on my blog - and hopefully, branch out in terms of opportunities. Being a blogger isn't something that I would consider a hobby for myself, and I really want to be able to reach as many people as I can with my words. I also hope to work with brands that I can really contribute something to, whether it be collaborating on designs, being a part of marketing in some capacity, or my ultimate dream - being a brand ambassador. So if you're a brand, feel free to reach out to me.

Until then, I'm taking things one day at a time.

Outfit Details:

Button Front Shirt - Old Navy / Polka Dot Skinny Jeans - Forever 21 (similar style:  Jessica Simpson brand Polka Dot Jeans)/ Cambridge Satchel Company Fluoro bag - won at the IFB Conference February 2013 / Shoemint Gina Wedge / Deluxe Girlfriend Beaded Wrap Bracelet - Henri Bendel / Vanessa Mooney Labyrinth Ring

Blue Winter

Got the winter blues (and yes, the pun was on purpose)? I refuse to acknowledge its still winter . I'm ready to slip into clothes that celebrate everything spring... But, if you find yourself in a winter slump, there ways to brighten any winter look instantly with accessories or a signature piece.

My favorite way to punch winter in the face is with bright handbags. As you may know, my collection of pink handbags continues to grow... The Fluoro Cambridge Satchel I won at the IFB Conference, my Kate Spade New York Bond Street Florence... And now, this adorable Rebecca Minkoff mini satchel that I won at the South Moon Under grand opening party in Montclair. While we're all buried in winter coats, handbags let you give a sneak peek into the big outfit reveal!

I guess I'm pretty lucky when it comes to winning things now that I think about it. Wish some of that luck would spill over into other aspects of my life... like winning the lottery.

And yes, this is my "It's freezing. Take the damn photo already" pose.

Outfit Details:

Blue Lace Dress - Lulus.com / Black Tights - Target / Mary Jane Wedge Shoes - Office UK / 

Vintage Gold Buckle Bangle / Rebecca Minkoff Mini Blake Bag / MiMi x Sorrelli Gilded Lily Collection Necklace - c/o Sorrelli

Back To Black

Sometimes, you gotta pull a Johnny Cash and go all black. The Man in Black was the original purveyor

of this monotone look, and plain and simple - it just looks cool. 

Outfit Details:

Polka Dot Top - Forever 21 / Faux Leather Skirt - Forever 21  / Black Tights - Target / Cambridge Satchel Fluoro Pink Satchel (won at IFBCon) / Gold Stud Shoes - Miss Selfridge / Gold Chain Link Bracelet - Charming Charlie / Henri Bendel Hand Me Down ring / New York Color Ultra Last Lipstick in Blue Rose

This, to me, is absolutely a House Of Jeffers outfit. It's got black, studs and a scream of unexpected color a la my neon pink lipstick and the Cambridge Satchel Company fluorescent pink satchel I won at the IFB Conference. I've always wanted a Cambridge Satchel (remember when I did a Q&A with The Cambridge Satchel Company?), and now, I can carry a little bit of the UK with me. 

Both the polka dot button front top and the faux leather skirt have been sitting in my closet for two months. Originally, I bought the leather skirt to wear to the IFB Conference... Either way, I love how the top has gold studs on the collar - to match my studded oxfords I purchased from Miss Selfridge during my last trip to England. 

I've been really missing the warm weather. I love wearing skirts, but when it's 20 degrees out, the last thing I can think about is putting on a dress. But since I'm trying to cut back on my shopping, I guess I won't be bringing any new dresses home. I'm attempting to save up for a pretty large Happiness Investment that I've been fixated on for some time now, which means smaller purchases are gunna have to stop. 

So thanks, Johnny Cash, for naming your 1971 album after your tendency to wear black. I'm right there with you.