Thanksgiving 3 of 3

Top: H&M (old), Jeans: Gap, Boots: Colin Stuart, Earring: Express, Wrist Wrap: Kristin Hassan, Heart Ring: Jewelmint

Over the weekend we celebrated our 3rd and final Thanksgiving. You would think I'd be turkeyed out, but they were all so different. (the first was Italian, second traditional, and this last one was all organic and gluten free.) They were all amazing and I am so thankful for having such a large and wonderful family!

I decided to wear my bow sweater that I've held onto now for over 3 years. I only wear it a few times a year and it still works year in and year out. LOVE items of clothing like that! I paired it with a dark jean and some great black and gold tone jewelry.

Did anyone else have more then one Thanksgiving to attend?

Thanksgiving 2 of 3

Knit: Urban Outfitters, T-shirt: Urban Outfitters, Jeans: Express, Boots: Victoria's Secret, Earrings: Jewelmint, Ring: Lia Sophia, Bag: Coach

So I cut my hair! Like I said before, I still need a dye job but I did it! I had 5 inches taken off and cut bangs. My husband is over the moon as he met me with bangs and every few years I cut them for him. ;) What do you think?
We spent Thanksgiving day at my hubby's uncle's house in Ottawa. We had a wonderful time, ate lots of food and treats, and enjoyed some family time.
I then came home and started shopping online at midnight! Who ventured out on black Friday? I am not that girl. I am the one who sits with a coffee in had and finds my deals one click at a time! ;)

My date with Edward Cullen

Blazer: Urban Outfitters, Top: Closet swap w/ Kaitlyn, Jeans: Gap, Belt: MNG by Mango, Necklace: Shop Frankies, Cuff: Jewelmint, Ring: Macy's, Chain ring: Tiffany & co, Shoes: Jessica Simpson

I finally got to go see Breaking Dawn part 1 on Monday morning. I loved it! Yes, it was weird. Yes, it dragged a bit, but it did good by the book and that's all I care about. If you know me then you know I have read all 4 books 3 times and I love everything Twilight! GO TEAM EDWARD! LOL okay, now that that's out of my system, lets talk outfit. ;)
I went with a very chic look and added this great red necklace to accessorize. Did I feel overdressed to be at the movies at 10:00am? sure. But did I dress appropriate for my date with Edward? YES! I went out with the girlfriend for sushi after so by noon I blended in just fine.
I'd rather be over dressed then under dressed any day of the week!
Now onto my hair aka stringy mess. I need a hair cut BAD! Thinking I'll do a full overhaul (cut/ color) after the holidays but in the meantime I must lose a few inches STAT!

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Thanksgiving 1 of 3

Top: Closet Swap w/ Kaitlyn, Tank: Target, Jeans: Gap, Shoes: Express, Necklace: Pree Brulee, Wrist Wrap: Kristin Hassan, Ring: Discovery
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! One of the best parts of having a large family is all the eating we do over the holiday season. ;) This is what I wore to our 1st of 3 Thanksgivings celebrations. I went with a loose blouse and jeans so I could eat until my little heart was content. And I did just that!
Here's what my mom cooked for us:

Italian stuffing (spinish, rice, ground beef, cheese, onion) sweet potatos, bread stuffing, turkey, and rolls. She also made home made cranberry sauce, regular mashed potatos but that was round 2 and by then my camera was away! ;)
I hope everyone has a wonderful time with their families today! xo

Coupon Codes:
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25% off your order at ShopFrankies now through 11-28 using code FRANKS at checkout.
**30% off ALL "shop my closet" sections on my blog now through Monday night!

New Beauty Test Tube

Here is my latest new beauty test tube. What a great bunch of loot! This time around had the lowest number of items, but what they sent is all amazing!! I can live with that. ;)
I've been using it for a couple weeks now, so I'll make sure to do reviews on anything that's worth buying (which so far seems like quite a few)!

Coupon codes:
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Loving Cropped sweaters

Sweater: MNG by Mango (last season), Jeans: E street Denim, Earrings: Jewelmint, Shoes: Express Stone Ring: Vintage, Ring: Judith Jack

For a long time tunics and longer t's, knits, and tops were in but last season entered crop tops (I should say they came back into rotation since the 90's). My initial reaction was HELL NO! lol I'm not the belly shirt kind of a girl (I mean come on, I have 2 kids!;). Lately I'm loving them. As long as you are wearing a higher rise jean and don't put your arms over your head too much, I think they are perfect.
I paired my crop sweater with my dark wash jeans, threw my hair in a bun, and put some amazing earrings on! It's wonderful how a dark lip, some eyeliner, and earrings jazz a very simple look up! ;)

Purse party

Dress: Forever 21, Cardigan: H&M, Shoes: DSW, Necklace: Express, Ring: Jewelmint

My sister and mom hosted their annual purse party over the weekend. I had both kids with me so I needed to wear something that I could run around in and also still feel like I was cute enough to be at a party in. ;) This short sleeved maxi dress did the trick.
I ended up leaving before the party actually started because my little lady missed her nap and was out of her mind. I guess she didn't get the memo that this was a fun girls night. ;) Oh well, what can you do?!
Here are a few pictures of what the set up looked like just before the party started:




All and all the night was a success. I got 4 purses for holiday gifts and had my mom put a few for my "Santa" pile from her.
If you live in the suburbs of Chicago or southern Wisconsin and want to throw your own Creatively Yours purse party, email me and I'll send you my contacts info.

This weeks "I want what she has!"

This weeks "I want what she has!" goes to Dana Farber over at Woodstock Wardrobe. How amazing is this ring?!

Ring: $1800 Charriol from Neiman Marcus

As soon as I saw it, I was taking pictures and gushing over it. I girl can dream right? SWOON!!! Dana, you ring is amazing and you looked gorgeous at the CBN Tribute party.

Holiday wishlist

It's that time of year again!! This year I am going to put my wish list on the blog and if I give you guys some gift ideas, great! If I give my hubby ideas, even better! ;)

Pearl crossbody $178, Sequin miniskirt $98, Metallic Ruched tunic sweater $49.50, M-40 $28

Milky turquoise necklace $28, Cervical spinal fusion necklace $175, Alster whiskey boots $129.99, Cushion citrine drop earrings $485

Mulit metal Chervon earrings $64, Patchwork faux fur coat $170.72, Skinny Jeans $178

Faux fur front cardigan $150, Kimchi Blue suede platform heel $69, Wide brim fedora $36

Strait leg trousers $59.90, Michael Kors Hamilton large tote $398, Dentelle dress $298

Tinsley beaded headband $26, Glam leatherette Ring $38, Leguna coast v-neck pullover $98, Mead of poetry burnt orange top $28

Dressing to Music: Superdrag- Feeling like i do

This song rocks my day! It doesn't matter how bad things seem, this song has always snapped me out of it, even if only for a few minutes. Lately my family has been going through some stuff and this is what I wore to visit someone in the hospital.




Top: H&M, Jeans: Gap, Boots: Colin Stuart, Wrist Wrap: c/o Kristin Hassan

I hope this song perks you up as much as it does to me! xo

Giveaway: Miz Outlet

I happy to announce that Miz accessory outlet will be giving away 3, $20 credits to their website! Yes, there will be 3 winners in this giveaway!

Miz outlet focuses on providing women with all the new fashion accessories at wholesale Price starting at $1.00! How amazing is that?! They have everything from jewelry to hair accessories and cosmetics. There is really something for everyone. Here are a few of my favorite items from the site:








To enter, visit Miz outlet and click on register to create your profile. Leave your user name below in the comment section (your user name can be your email address). That's it!!

For extra entries:
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The 3 winners will be announced 11-29 at 7:00am. Good luck!

Bell bottoms and lace

Top: Lulus, Jeans: 7 for all mankind, Shoes: Forever 21, Earrings: Erin Gallagher, Wrist wrap: c/o Kristin Hassan, wood bangle: Vintage, Gem bracelet: c/o Katrina

I can't believe I haven't worn this top yet! Since I have lots of plans to layer up over it, I decided to wear the sheer top as is for a day. I probably should have worn a tank under, but I was in a bandeau kind of a mood. ;)
I just love the lace detail at the neck and on the back of the arms. I felt retro and playful all at the same time. LOVE!
** please excuse my faces above. Not sure if I was mad or what, but I think they are too funny!

Recipe: Layered Chocolate-peanut butter fudge

This recipe is beyond easy (all done in the microwave!!!) and it is so yummy!!! I just had to share it!


What you'll need:
1 pkg. (8 squares) Baker's semi-sweet chocolate
3/4 cup canned sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup cocktail peanuts, chopped
1 pkg. (6 squares) Baker's white chocolate
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter

Make it:
Microwave semi-sweet chocolate and milk in microwaveable bowl on high for 2 mins. stirring after 1 min. Stir until chocolate is completely melted. Sir in nuts. Spread onto bottom of foil-lined 8-inch square pan.

Microwave white chocolate in separate microwaveable bowl on high 1 to 1 and 1/2 mins. stirring after 1 min. Stir until melted. Add peanut butter, stir until melted. Spread over semi-sweet chocolate layer.

Refrigerate 2 hours or until firm. Cut into squares.
*I used paper bowls in the microwave so I didn't have to wash dishes!

**Reminder** Coupon code SADB15 is good through tomorrow night for 15% off your purchase at shopjules.com!!

This weeks "I want what she has!"

This weeks "I want what she has!" goes to Jennifer Worman of Red soles and red wine. How gorgeous is this woman?! I am obsessed with her oversized clutch and that fur is amazing too!

Clutch: $58 TJ Designs
Fur: $148 Nordstrom

Love your style Jennifer, this look is so chic! I think that clutch needs to find a home in my closet asap! okay, okay, the crop fur does too ;)

No makeup no jewelry, lets get it done!

I know, I know, no jewelry? How unlike me! ;) I was headed to Babies R US this day to pick up my beans big girl car seat. If you've ever purchased a car seat you know it comes in a giant box. It's heavy(ish) but mostly it's an awkward sized and hard to carry. I decided an over sized knit and legging was the way to go!


Knit: MNG by Mango, Leggings: Victoria's Secret, Hat: Swell (sold out), Boots: Victoria's Secret, Bag: MNG by Mango

I was able to get some shopping done and not look over done while dropping off donations to our favorite Children's services building. Plus my daughters teething BIG TIME so all he drool blended in! lol This is real life~ ;)

my baby is all grown up

Top: Forever 21, Jean Leggings: Express, Wedges: Express, Earrings: c/o ShopJules, Wrist wrap: c/o Kristin Hassan, Ring: Jewelmint

My little bean turned 1 and over the weekend we celebrated her birthday. I went with a bow neck blouse and paired it with leggings and wedges. I glamed it up a bit with some terrific gold detail jewelry. How awesome is this wrist wrap? This is one of my new Kristin Hassan jewelry pieces. I love it so much, I have it in black too!

The party was amazing and everyone had a great time. Little lady LOVED eating cake and was in such a great mood. Here's a shot of both my kids checking out the new loot after we opened all the gifts. Classic!



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