Plaid Wrap and Faux Leather Leggings

For months I had been searching for the perfect cape wrap.  The only problem was that I did not know what I was searching for.  I spent a whole lot of time Googling "scarf with arm holes."  I had purchased blanket scarves and tried a bevy of wraps, but they were all missing those elusive arm holes.  A scarf or a wrap just wasn't doing the trick for me.  And by "trick", I mean staying on my body during any form of movement.  My other wraps looked great as long as I remained motionless.

I learned that vocabulary is the key to a fashion hunt.  

Luckily, New Jersey is experiencing one last blast of winter, so I've made some use out of my late season purchase.

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Madewell Cape Scarf (exact, also love this one!) J. Crew Tippi Turtleneck (exact) BaubleBar Courtney Bib (similar) Kate Spade Watch via Macy's (exact) Leggings: Assets by Spanx Nike Sneakers: DSW (similar) Karen Walker Sunglasses (similar, also craving these!) Olivia + Joy Valerie Bag via Plato's Closet (similar)

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Glam Sneakers and Floral Bomber

I am starting off the new year (in mid-January) with renewed commitment to this blog and comfortable footwear.  I've always been a fancy shoe girl, but lately I have started amassing a bit of a sneaker collection.  I do like the trend of glammed up sneakers.  I can wear shiny and sparkly things AND have my toes not bleed.  I would also be remiss if I didn't talk about the printed bomber trend that's everywhere.  I love that this badass silhouette now comes in floral.  The bomber jacket aspect makes me think I can have a weekend of partying at bars and concerts, but the floral reminds me I prefer quiet and cats.  It's the small things that are going to make 2017 for me.

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 Floral Bomber Jacket: c/o Gamiss (similar) Irma Tunic: LulaRoe Necklace: c/o Happiness Boutique (also love this one!)
Kate Spade Watch via Macy's (exact) Leggings: Assets by Spanx Nike Sneakers: DSW (similar) Kate Spade Sunglasses (similar)\ Olivia + Joy Valerie Bag via Plato's Closet (similar)

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Free People Tunic

I have to admit.  This maxi dress was an impulse purchase.  I saw it on the rack at Lord & Taylor during a big sale.  It was cheap and I liked the colors.  There wasn't a whole lot of thought that went into it.  When I got it home and I put it on, I thought I had just purchased a bathing suit cover up.  I didn't think it was a big deal, because my favorite tank top is actually a maternity top I accidentally purchased.  So, off I went into the world in a bathing suit cover up.

Turns out it is actually a maxi dress.  But the slits on the sides are so high that pants are a necessity.  So, I don't think it meets the basic definition of a dress.  It's more like an unnecessarily long tunic.  Super great story right?  I'll make sure to tell it at parties.

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Free People Too Legit Maxi (similar) Just Fab Booties (similar, worn)
Kate Spade Watch via Macy's (exact) Vera Bradley Crossbody (worn, similar) Karen Walker Sunglasses via Nordstrom Rack (similar)

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Printed Ted Baker and a Sarah Cardigan

I know I've talked a lot about LulaRoe here on the blog over the past few weeks.  But, here I go again.  My newest favorite piece is the Sarah cardigan.  One of the things I love about LulaRoe is that you can mix the budget friendly pieces with more expensive pieces.  This Sarah cardigan paired with my $300 Ted Baker dress quite nicely.  Except, I got this dress off the clearance rack at Nordstrom Rack for $100.  So, this outfit is just all budget-friendly pieces.  Forget everything I have just typed.

Let's move on to the tights.  It's that time of year when I have to roll out my massive collection of tights and can finally throw away my razors.  Berkshire was nice enough to offer me tights to add to my collection.  Berkshire's collection is made to fit all shapes and sizes.  They also offer a wide range of control top tights, which are (dare I say it) comfier than the Spanx brand.  And I can attest that I wore these all day and didn't get any form of a wedgey.   Berkshire is offering my readers 15% of their order with code "blogger15."

P.S.  I know I have been on an extended blogger hiatus.  A vacation and then an inability to recover my work life after said vacation is to blame.  I will be back next week with a more regular schedule and the link up!

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Ted Baker Dress via Nordstrom Rack (similar) Tights c/o Berkshire Sarah Cardigan: LulaRoe Just Fab Booties (similar)
Kate Spade Watch via Macy's (exact) Kendra Scott Cuff (similar) Perry Street Necklace via Rocks Box (similar) Get a FREE MONTH OF ROCKS BOX SERVICE you sign up here and use code "pennilesssocialitexoxo"

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Fall Colors and Fancy Sleeves

Fall is here, but it's not quite yet sweater weather.  The temperatures might drop at night, but in the sunshine it's like a little bit of extended summer.  During the day, your toes (and shoulders) can still be free.  I've been extending summer with this dress from Exalted Heights.  It's still light and airy, but in some colors that are perfect for transitioning into the cooler weather.  The embroidery on the cuffs is the perfect little touch.  I know this is hard to believe, but I felt like this dress didn't need a whole lot of accessories.  I really minimized my sparkle and tried to let the sleeves do the talking on this dress.

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Dress: c/o Exalted Heights (exact) Just Fab Bexa Heels (exact) Sunglasses: c/o Firmoo (similar) Kendra Scott Sadie Earrings: Bloomingdale's (exact) Wanderlust & Co. ring via Rocks Box (exact) Get a FREE MONTH OF ROCKS BOX SERVICE you sign up here and use code "pennilesssocialitexoxo"

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LulaRoe Carly Love (& giveaway!)

I am obsessed with LulaRoe's newest dress style, the Carly.  And I do not use the term obsessed lightly.  I currently own two.  That's an obsession in my book.  The Carly is my go-to casual Friday outfit.  It's made of a super soft fabric, is super flowy, yet fitted at the top.  This leads to a really flattering silhouette.  I can't wait to figure out new ways to wear this baby.  You can belt it, pair it with leggings, put a denim jacket over top...the sky is the limit.  

I am keeping my fingers crossed that my consultant will get some Carly's in in time for my Facebook pop-up sale on Thursday.  Join my sale group if you haven't already!  (and scroll down for a giveaway!)

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Carly Dress: LulaRoe Estefana Booties: Just Fab (similar) Suther Purse: Just Fab (exact) Ray Ban Wayfarers Loren Hope Bracelets via Rocks Box (similar) Get a FREE MONTH OF ROCKS BOX SERVICE you sign up here and use code "pennilesssocialitexoxo"

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 I am hosting an Facebook shopping party next Thursday, September 29, 2016 at 8pm EST.  

You can join the group here.  And enter to win $10 to use during the sale below!

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Little Black Dress, Little Black Backpack

Sometimes you just have to let your little black dress see the light of day.  They shouldn't always be banished to the dark.  Yes, a black dress can be a bit warm.  However, when you find one as light and airy as this Bailey 44 dress, the color becomes less of a problem.  

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Bailey 44 Deneuve Dress: Bloomingdale's (exact) Jack Rodgers Flip Flops: Marshall's (similar) Adrienne Vittadini Backpack: Marshall's (similar) Betsey Johnson Sunglasses: Marshall's (similar) Lilly Pulitzer Cuff (similar) Loren Hope Earrings via Rocks Box (similar) Get a FREE MONTH OF ROCKS BOX SERVICE you sign up here and use code "pennilesssocialitexoxo"

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Gamiss Cat Purse (& link up!)

Sometimes you just have to let your crazy cat lady flag fly.  I don't like to lie to people.  And you can lie by omission.  I figured that carrying this cat purse from Gamiss, I was putting everyone on sufficient notice that I am a crazy cat lady.
I love this little purse and all it's little details.  It's a great cross body, but also has the shorter strap for what I like to call a more adorable carrying position.  And...even the closure is shaped like a cat!

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J. Crew Striped Tunic (exact) Purse c/o Gamiss (exact) Kate Spade Keds: Bloomingdale's (similar) Betsey Johnson Sunglasses: Marshall's (similar) Kate Spade bracelet (similar) Kate Spade Watch (exact)

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