Purchases of a Shopaholic: November 2011

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

No Effort = Fashion Fail

Thanksgiving break is over. I love visiting with friends and family but the days are just too short. Thanksgiving is the pre-game for Christmas. While I always I overeat, I also always catch a cold over the break. So I've been sick for 4... going on 5... days now. So this is my outfit + style for "the lunch with the grandparents that I would really rather miss but didn't think of a good excuse beforehand." I love my family. I really do. But 5 consecutive days together is a bit much. You can tell how enthusiastic and excited I am by my fake smile. Add to that the start of a horrible cold. So I agree that this is not one of my most fabulous outfits. But it's better than sweats and it's just as comfortable...

My sister said my outfit looked like a nightgown

My thought of the day....

I've been wanting plastic surgery since high school. I just want a new nose! Mine is the worst possible combination from my paternal grandmother, aunt, and maternal grandfather. Oh such a horrible Scottish/ German mix. So I'm thinking that once I graduate from college I will get it... What are your thoughts on a new look... and just plastic surgery in general?

Thursday, November 24, 2011

I am Thankful for My Sense of Style!

Happy Thanksgiving! Today my family had my entire mom's side of the family at our house for Thanksgiving dinner. I think the count was around 30. So that meant lots of champagne + beer and too much food! I am miserably full and already in bed. I love working retail Black Friday. Come see me at Three Sister's Boutique in Spartanburg, SC. We carry Shoshanna, Karlie, French Connection, Nanette Lepore, Velvet. I know you'd be impressed! Anyway-- back to Thanksgiving. It was a very enjoyable time to get together with family that I don't see nearly as much as I would like to. Since my family hosted the dinner mom gave us strict rules about how we were supposed to look. Jeans were acceptable but they had to be paired with a cute sweater or nice blouse. Nice flats were ok but heels would have been better. So from these guidelines I put together a fall outfit...

Today I am Wearing...
JCrew Cowl Neck Sweater (Originally $80 but I only paid 30!)
Splendid White Tank Top
7 for All Mankind Lexie Kaylie Jeans
Tory Burch Eddie Flats in Gold
Versace Sunglasses
Handmade earrings from a boutique in Knoxville
Sterling Silver David Yurman Ring
Smokey Quartz David Yurman Ring

Me holding Karl Lagerfeld McFarland

I wish my hair wasn't in my face

My Sisters

I hope everyone ate as much as I did! Now come on Christmas!

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Leopards + Brights = A Perfect Pair

Today was such a beautiful fall day in The Carolina's. The scenery is perfect for Thanksgiving because leaves are everywhere. And in all different shades of orange, yellow, and red. So I thought it was finally the perfect moment to break out my orangey-red skinny cords. I worked at Three Sister's Boutique today. It is my favorite place on Earth. And I have the privilege of working with the most fabulous and stylish boss ever. I love working retail around Christmas time. The outfit I chose for today was just too fabulous to not post on my blog. However, I forgot to take pictures with the outfits' greatest accessory-- my Chanel bag. But you will see it in future posts. Happy Thanksgiving, Fellow Fashionistas!

I am Wearing....

Leopard Sweater by Mink Pink-- found on Shopbop.com

JCrew Matchstick Cords in Vibrant Flame

Frye Miranda Boots

Classic Wayfarers- Rayban Sunglasses

Black Onyx David Yurman Earrings

Silver rings by David Yurman

(also worn with the outfit but not pictured-- Chanel Leather Handbag)

I love black+white photos

These boots are just too fabulous!

Please share my fashion blog with friends. Many ideas/posts to come between the Holidays :)

Sunday, November 20, 2011

You Need to Ask Santa for These...

In my situation, Santa is daddy. However, Santa can be a boyfriend, fiance, or husband. But I know you have been a good girl this year so you deserve lots of presents. If you are unsure of what to ask Santa for, I have created a gift guide for you. You are bound to love some of my gift ideas! So get to writing your Christmas list... because the big day is only a month away!

Burberry Ladies Diamond Bracelet Watch
$595

Tory Burch Reva Ballerina Flat

$195

Tweezerman Slant Tweezers

$20-$25

Gucci 'House of Gucci' 90th Anniversary Fragrance

$50

MAC Glitter & Ice Technakohl Liner

$16

Bobbi Brown Ultimate Party Collection

$65

Hunter Glossy Rain Boots

$125

Dior Mini Brush Set

$62

Jennifer Zeuner Swirly Initial Pendant Necklace

$264

Jennifer Zeuner Pearl Bracelets

$308

David Yurman Black Onyx Button Earrings

$1450

David Yurman Crossover Ring

$850

Tory Burch Robinson Leopard Mini Bag

$365

Kate Spade Crystal Kaleidoscope Double Row Necklace

$148

Kate Spade Bangle

$88

JCrew Majesty Peacoat

Available in 10 Colors

$258

JCrew Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater

Available in 15 Colors

$178

Burberry Giant Check Gauze Scarf

$325

Gucci Medium Tote

$1990

Tiffany Twist Ring

$500

Henri Bendel Gold Large Hoops

$78

Patagonia Pullover

Available in 10 Colors

$119

Victoria's Secret Flannel Pajama Set

$49.50

Prada Baroque Sunglasses

$290

Wine of the Month Club

$135-$385

And if by any chance you did not like these ideas, I'll list a few more:

1. A trip to Paris (or another foreign city you'd like to go to)

2. Gift Cards to your Favorite Places (for those who don't trust others to buy for them)

3. Money (you can never go wrong)

4. Diamonds

5. Spa Day

6. New Car

7. Puppy

8. A new Iphone

9. Nice Camera

10. Family Heirlooms

Saturday, November 19, 2011

Yet Another Reason I love Anthropologie...

I am an online fanatic. Twitter, Facebook, Email, Shopping... If it's on the Web, I will find it. And I am, also, a very brand loyal customer. I stick to what I know. So add computer nerd + loyal customer together, you get an obsessive online shopper. It is my guilty pleasure. Online shopping can turn the worst of days into some of the best. I say this because that means I'm constantly checking my favorite places websites for updates and new items.

Top 5 Favorite Places to Shop Online:
1. Shopbop.com
2. Zappos.com
3. bloomingdales.com
4. anthropologie.com
5. nordstrom.com

My apartment complex would agree because they usually have to keep up with all of my packages. Every time I walk in the office they always say, "You got another package, Miss McFarland." And that single sentence just puts a smile on my face...

Anyway. I have been doing some serious online shopping... Hello! Christmas is like a month away! And I just saw on Anthropologies website where you can design your own charm necklace! I've already designed one... and I'm going to put it on my Christmas list! (at the top!) What a great idea!

So basically you pick your chain 1st-- and they have so many to choose from! Then you pick your charms and place them where you want them to be on the chain. You actually can see how it will look in the final product.

I am in love with this idea. I know Tiffany has always done charm necklaces but they look so generic. A heart and a present and a dog. Really? Juicy Couture does the same. And I've never been a fan. But the charm necklaces from Anthro actually look really unique. Love it! Fabulous, Anthro! Keep those ideas coming!

To make + buy your own charm necklace click link below:

DIY Charms

And this is the one that I designed for myself...

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Stunning Holiday Dresses 2011

We've already established that I love the holidays. My favorite reason: a girl can get dressed up for like a month straight and not be judged! Below are just some of my favorite holiday dresses that I've found for this season...

Tibi

Sequined Shift Dress

$363