in the woods

{jacket and dress: H&M shoes: Steve Madden necklaces: Express and Nordstrom}

I can't believe we are wrapping up the year and this is my last post of 2011, that's insane! 5 months into the blogging game and I have enjoyed every minute of it - from meeting other fabulous people, amazing opportunities to establishing new friendships! I really do appreciate all of the love and support!

Closing out the year with some great news, yesterday myself and a few other DC bloggers were featured on Refinery 29 - sharing a few NYE styling tips! Check it out here.  AND my sister, Cortnie, designer of  Love, Cortnie clutches (majority of the clutches I style on my blog) was also featured on Refinery 29, check her feature out here.  Same day, crazy right!

Wishing you the best bringing in the New Year, 2012 LET'S GO!!!

XOXO

festive legs

{blazer and clutch: H&M pants: Forever 21 shoes: Steve Madden}

I'm all about the festive prints and colors for the holiday season!

I hope everyone had an amazing Christmas!

on my 'A' game + {giveaway}

{jacket: Forever 21 (similar style here) pants: J Crew shoes: Aldo clutch: Love, Cortnie  watch: Michael Kors ring: BCBG (similar style here) bracelet: c/o Shop Belina}

Sometimes it's all about the details, keeping the outfit simple and letting the accessories shine.  Besides that, I feel way too cool in my Letterman jacket especially that it has an 'A' on it, love it!

When I look for accessories, I love pieces that can just "make" an outfit and make a statement.  This spiked bracelet is a perfect addition to my collection.  It embodies edgy yet sexy with a little kick of bad ass in it.  So over course I am overtly excited that I can give one away to one of my readers, thanks to Shop Belina!

Tis' the season and time for my last Christmas giveaway! Contest ends on Friday, December 23.

To add this spiked accessory to your wardrobe:

1. 'Like' Shop Belina on Facebook by clicking here (if you do not have Facebook, please follow Shop Belina on Twitter)

2. Leave a comment letting me know including your email and twitter handle

Good luck!

Love, Cortnie 'Ashleigh' giveaway

{dress: H&M jacket: GAP vest: Delias shoes: Steve Madden clutch: Love, Cortnie}

Just because the warmer temps have come and gone does not necessarily mean you have to pack up your summer wardrobe.  Layer up! The perfect way to transition some of your items into the colder seasons.  It also allows you to style it in a way you normally would not, I mean who's going to wear faux fur with a maxi dress in the summer? I think not.

Tis' the season and time for another giveaway! 

As much as I talk about my sister's Love, Cortnie clutch collection, especially the Ashleigh (seen in this post) since it is named after me, I am excited to give away one to one lucky reader!

 Contest open until Monday, December 19 at 10PM.  Winner will be selected at random and announced via Twitter, so if you are not following, you just might want to! 

To add this beauty to your wardrobe:

1. 'Like' Love, Cortnie on Facebook by clicking here

2. Leave a comment here letting me know include your email and twitter handle

Good luck!

double the leopard

{top & skirt (old): Forever 21 shoes: Steve Madden choker: H&M clutch: Love, Cortnie}

Double dose of leopard and wearing my cardigan backwards.  If there is one thing to know about me when it comes to fashion is I like adding a little touch of unexpected to my outfits.  

rider {+ giveaway}

{top and pants: H&M vest: unknown bag: Old Navy bracelet: c/o Shop Sangria}

Simple yet detailed pieces make for a great statement item.  Shop Sangria's designs reign from South Carolina  with artisans throughout Thailand and China to bring together one of a kind handmade items that consist of high quality leather, beads and Swarovski crystals.  I love the variation between the gold nuggets and crystals.  How often do you come across a wrap around bracelet?  

Shop Sangria has decided to give one of The Daileigh readers an item of their choice from their website!

Contest Entry:

1. Like Sangria on Facebook

2. Visit Sangria's website and choose an item of your choice

3. Leave a comment including the item name, twitter handle and your email

Winner will be selected at random on Friday, December 16 and announced via Twitter, so make sure you stay tuned!  If you are not following me, you can here.

*Open to US residents only*

Some of my favorite Sangria pieces:

**Graduated Faceted Fushcia**

**Mother of Pearl**

**Silver Nugget cuff**

mix master

{top: Old Navy (similar style here) skirt: ASOS belt: The Limited shoes: Aldo clutch: Love, Cortnie}

Happy Birthday to me!  

Threw some of my favorites together - sequins, leopard and polka dots for my day!

clash of the textures

{jacket: Forever 21 jeans: Silence & Noise shoes: Aldo belt: GAP clutch: Love, Cortnie}

Sequins + velvet, why not? Acid wash denim with zipper detailing, sure! I think I fell in love with this jacket because it has a vintage feel.  Perfect for layering or for me I chose to wear it as a top (closed) versus a jacket. Different textures but same color scheme so it works for me!

The 'Sparkle Shine' clutch is the first addition to my sister's holiday collection.  I die for sequins during the winter/holiday season.

Happy December 1st! Yay, my month is finally here! 5 more days until my birthday!!! December already, we can officially say next month is 2012 where is time going?!