Recently Obsessing Over :: Jo No Fui Pre-Fall 2012

I recently stumbled upon Alessia Giacobino's incredible line Jo No Fui on Women's Wear Daily.  I couldn't take my eyes off of her gorgeous Pre-Fall 2012 collection and immediately mentally added her to my favorite up-and-coming designer list.  I started researching her further and realized that she had been around since 2001.  She hails from Italy and studied architecture at Florence University.  She began her once interior design company shortly after that.  One of her clients happened to be the owner of a large luxury chain of stores in Italy and asked her to do a capsule collection for the store.  The rest is of course history as they couldn't keep up with requests.  She later debuted her collections at Milan Fashion Week and is slowly making her way to us in the US.  I searched and one of the only places I found that had a good showing of her product was Yoox.  Here are some of my favorite peices from Pre-Fall 2012... prepare for the jaw drop...

 All photos courtesy of www.diyfashion.com

My favorite is the jacket with the flared sleeves and the chevron fur... I mean thats insane!!! I would live in that jacket if I owned it.  Keep your eyes on Jo No Fui everyone... I think Alessia is about to take over the US too...

xoxo,

Molly

Holiday Glitter Galore!!!

Whether you are going to the fanciest holiday party around or just want to jazz up your work attire there is no denying the power of a little {or a lot!} of sequin in your wardrobe.  It automatically makes your day a little brighter or your night more fun! Don't think you can pull off this stylish accent? You can!! Anyone on the planet can... from my 5 year old niece {who does it daily} to the grandma on Gossip Girl {just because CeCe is loaded does not mean you can't copy her amaze cardis}. See the proof below...

• Trina Turk :: Birch Dress :: $388
• JCrew :: Glimmer Long Sleeve Tee :: $69.50
• Michael Stars :: All Over Sequin Cardi :: $158
• Elaine Turner :: Elizabeth Black Wave Paillette Pump :: $295
• Elaine Turner :: Paige Cheetah Sequin Skimmers :: $150
• ASOS :: Color Block Satin/Glitter Clutch :: $63.63 $47.27
• JCrew :: Girl's Headband :: $14.50

 I don't think I have to say anything about the dress, it's a no brainer! Holiday party here I come!  The cardigan and long sleeve shirt are simple ways to do sequin for day time. Pair the cardigan with a tie blouse in almost any color and you just walked off the pages of any winter ad.  Wear the long sleeve with skinny black jeans and pumps or wide leg khaki's for the office.

Again, do I have to talk about the sequin shoes?! Elaine Turner does sequin accessories better than anyone around and Elizabeth and Paige are no exception.  I have a pair of their sequin flats in silver and I wear them all the time, with black or color.  Spice up your LBD with the sequin pump or wear under wide leg trousers for just a little extra jazz during the day.

I AM OBSESSED with this clutch from ASOS!! They do such a good job on bags to make them look extremely expensive while keeping the price so any girl can carry it.  I would carry this bag every time I hit the town or went to dinner this winter.

Ok last but not least... the headbands... yeah yeah yeah I can hear you now.  "That's a little girls headband!" you would yell at me.  "No WAY am I wearing that on my head!!!" Well my friends... you should.  On Thanksgiving day we spent about 2 hours in my nieces bathroom doing her hair, the 2 year old's hair, and my sister Kelly's hair {oops... sorry Kelly... I slithered my way out of that one!}.  As they were pulling out accessories of Anna's collection {5 year old} I gasped when the gold bow headband was pulled out.  I immediately put it on and left it on most of the day... until my sister said "Your headband is blinding me...".  Oh well, I fell in love and asked Anna if I could "borrow" it for the Holiday's {sorry... you won't be getting it back..}. Channel your inner Blair Waldorf and pair with a silk blouse and a lady like jacket or spice up an all over black outfit for a night on the town.  I will be wearing this headband many times in the coming weeks. {and hoping Anna will never remember it was in her collection....}  Maybe a "What I Wore" is in store to show you all how adorable it is...

xoxo,

Molly

Modern-Eve :: 12 Days of Christmas!

The beautiful Katie from Modern-Eve so sweetly asked me to participate in her 12 Days of Christmas featuring 36 Dallas bloggers and there ideas for the perfect gifts! 

Today was the first day so you should pop over to Modern-Eve and see what everyone has come up with! I am on the 6th day sandwiched between Krystal Schlegal and VENZedit {talk about pressure!!!}.  I will remind you in a couple days to go check it out!

xoxo,

Molly

Shop For Cause :: BeautyBloggers.org

Hello lovely readers!

I have something exciting to pass along to you from the beautiful blogger Karla Sugar!

Here's an opportunity to shop for a great cause: the BeautyBloggers.org annual charity auction.

For the second year in a row, beauty bloggers and brands have joined forces for an online auction benefiting Doctors Without Borders.

Participants have donated a treasure trove of the best lotions, potions, products, and gadgets. Donated items range from the hottest items from this year’s holiday collections to hard-to-find exclusives and limited edition cult favorites. When the auction ends, winning bidders make their donations directly to Doctors Without Borders, through the site’s secure giving page.

The auction will be live starting today through Monday, December 12th! I wouldn't miss out... the auction items are incredible!!!

Lancome Mascara Wardrobe - I mean, you wouldn't have to buy mascara for like 6 years!

Dior brush set and eye shadow set!

Coach Madison quilted makeup bag.

Bobbi Brown Ultimate Party Palette and Holiday brush set!

These are just a few so head over to BeautyBloggers.org now and get in on the action!!!!

xoxo,

Molly

Holiday Gift Guide :: Sister

I hope everyone is ready for the full swing of Holiday Shopping! I know I am!  Here's a little Gift Guide for your favorite sister{s}... or for yourself.  It includes a cozy sweater, a gorgeous scarf, the best hand cream known to man, a fun cookbook, and adorable candles. Enjoy!

• Wisteria :: Marble Footed Bowl :: $69.99
• Piperlime :: Sabine Tassel Closure :: $27.99
• Bliss :: High Intensity Hand Cream :: Set of 2 $32
• Leigh & Luca :: Twigs :: $168
• Shop Bop :: American Fashion Cookbook :: $45
• Burkedecor.com :: Artichoke Tealight Candle :: Set of 2 $15
• Old Navy :: Cable Knit Sweater :: $35

xoxo,

Molly

Blogger Heartsies :: Atlantic - Pacific

So I read a lot of blogs, and I swoon over other peoples outfits regularly. However, I usually don't swoon over every single outfit a blogger does unless that blogger is Atlantic-Pacific.  If you don't already read it... start IMMEDIATELY. She has flawless, impeccable style that I strive for. She's adorable, {i.e. she SMILES in her pics}, sometimes preppy, sometimes boho, ugh... I am having a major girl crush right now...

Here are some of my favorites to inspire you... I will be looking at every outfit she's ever worn to get inspired for my Turkey Day wear, even if I am positive my family will make fun of me for whatever it may be.

These were the only one the first 3 pages too...

Long story short if you need inspiration to dress like you OWN the place then blog stalk her... immediately.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!! Enjoy and eat way way to much...

xoxo,

Molly

Happy Thanksgiving :: Pumpkin Cookies to Drool Over...

I hope by now everyone is relaxing with family somewhere but I have a feeling that most of you are still traveling to your destinations! Get there safely and once you do.... MAKE THESE!

I have been making these for years as soon as the November chill finally sets in.  Ever since a college friends boyfriend made them for our house {senior year we lived with 7 girls... yes you heard right... 7 girls. Before that was 66 girls though so it felt like being alone}.  Anyway after he brought these over I immediately got the recipe and have been making them ever sense.  Cookie doesn't even describe it right... it's like a cookie, cake thing. Whatever it is Betty Crocker... you are one smart women.

I made these Monday night for Southern Boy and to take to work Tuesday.  Southern Boy had initial reservations about them and almost got a back up just in case he didn't like them.  He has turned over to the dark yummy side!  Everyone at work seemed to love them too. And they are kind of ridiculously easy even though they seem like they took all day which is ALWAYS a plus in my book.

Ingredients:

1

box Betty Crocker® SuperMoist® yellow cake mix

2

teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

1

cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)

1/4

cup butter or margarine, softened

1

cup Betty Crocker® Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting

12 3

In large bowl, beat cake mix, pumpkin pie spice, pumpkin and butter with electric mixer on low speed 1 minute. Stir in raisins.

4

On cookie sheet, drop dough by generous tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart.

Bake 10 to 13 minutes or until set and light golden brown around edges. Cool 1 to 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Frost with frosting. Store loosely covered.

See?? Easy as smeezy!!!  Enjoy and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!! {check back here tonight for a few Thanksgiving Pinterest outfit ideas if you have as much trouble getting ready for this day as I do...}

xoxo,

Molly

Heat oven to 375°F (350°F for dark or nonstick pans). Lightly grease or spray cookie sheet.