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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Look What I Got: Gameday VIP

So, I got to be a bit of a VIP at a Red Bulls game recently.  The benefits of chaperoning a school group...access to the field (for 2 minutes) before the game, standing in the tunnel (5 feet back) while the players entered, and all the popcorn I could eat.  It was pretty glamorous.  I had this great vision of taking really cool outfit photos on the empty field.  However, I was not awarded any extra blogger outfit time.  The Scot was able to snap a few photos before we were rushed off the field.  So, we were like SVIPs....Sorta Very Important People.

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Top: Madewell via Plato's Closet (similar)

Jeans: Old Navy (similar)

Sneakers: Keds by Kate Spade (similar)

Blythe Necklace: Loren Hope via Rocks Box (similar)

Purse: Betsey Johnson via TJ Maxx (worn, similar)

Sunglasses: Ray Ban (similar)

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Pattern Mixing and Benefit Cosmetics

 

Top: Madewell via @kitschcatvintage (similar) | Skirt: J. Crew (similar) | Sandals: Target (similar, worn) |

Bow Corsage Cuff: JewelMint (worn, similar) | Pave Link Bracelet: Urban Gem via Rocks Box (worn) | 

Sierra Necklace: Urban Gem via Rocks Box

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As you can see from these pics, I did a little shopping at my local Benefit Cosmetics store.  I had to fill up on my fav skin care products (that Sephora has annoyingly decided not to carry anymore).  I know, it sounds really petty.  But, Benefit has actually brought my skin to a point where I am no longer getting acne like it's the night before the prom.  I'm almost afraid to switch to anything else for fear of disturbing what lies beneath my skin.  I decided in these months before our wedding, I would start taking better care of my skin.  And I think the mission can to be declared accomplished.

Another mission I have undertaken in the months before the wedding, is to grow my eye brows out.  I've recently started penciling them in and cannot believe the difference it makes on my face.  So, I decided to ditch my sparse eyebrows that have been thinned and killed due to years of over-plucking.  Thanks 1990's Drew Barrymore.  Well, I found out, Benefit offers some awesome services.  Before waxing or tweezing your brows, they actually map out where the ends and arch of your brow should be to best suit the shape of your face.  AND they also offer brow tinting...which should help out my skinny brow dilemma.  I wasn't able to make an appointment while I was in, but I will be returning soon for a brow overhaul.

What's your brow grooming routine?  Or are you one of those ladies I hate with naturally perfect brows that never have to be plucked?

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$25 Madewell Giveaway!

I am super excited that they just opened a Madewell in the mall near me.  I always covet Madewell goodies on other bloggers (like Annie of The Other Side of Gray), but am weary of ordering online unless I am familiar with the fit.  And Madewell is a bit pricey for me.  However, I assume a sale rack will soon appear at our new Madewell...haha.

I love Madewell's aesthetic.  Nothing is too crazy or wacky.  Just good, simple, classic style.  So, I will probably bid farewell to a few dollars in my wallet soon.  In celebration, me and Ashley of Hearts and Stuff Blog are giving away a $20 gift card!  So, check out a few things I love from Madewell and enter to win!

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