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Trend of the moment: black metal

 in Handbags / Jewelry / Shoes / Trends  tagged black / fall 2013 / resort 2014 / spring 2014 / street style trends / winter 2014 by

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One of the big trends to come out of Paris and Milan is the black metal trend. Over the past few years we have seen a big uptick in non-traditional colored metals used in jewelry. One of the popular colored metals in fine jewelry has been black. While this may not seem like an odd color for metal, being that iron is often black, it is not a traditional metal color for jewelry. David Yurman even used blackened silver in his special “Ice” collection for Neiman Marcus several years ago.

As we entered 2013, designers began to use black on items such as handbags and shoes in lieu of traditional yellow, silver or rose-gold metals. The black metal hardware used in accessories offered an edgy yet understated look to luxurious items such as Chanel’s “So Black” classic flap handbag and Valentino’s “Rockstud” handbags and shoes.

With the uptick in black metal being used in accessories, more designers and brands are starting to use black metal in their pieces as an alternative to traditional metals. While black metal will never replace gold, silver or rose-gold metals, it is definitely enjoying its’ place in the accessory spotlight at the moment. It may even be possible that black metal becomes a quiet classic in the accessories hardware department; and possibly in the jewelry department too!

What are your thoughts on black metal? Is this a trend you enjoy wearing? Do you envision it becoming classic over time?

Black metal accessories from around the web:

Winter fun

 in Fitness / General Fashion  tagged fall 2013 / gap / outfits / winter 2014 by

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Photos: Necklace: Tiffany / Lipstick: c/o Laura Mercier “Mocha Myth“ / Long Sleeve Tee Shirt: Gap / Sweater: Vince / Jeans: Gap / Nail Polish: c/o Laura Mercier: “Butterfly Wings“  / Skates: Bauer (old) similar here

We are so spoiled here in the San Francisco Bay Area! Our fall weather has been more than fabulous 😉 We took these pictures at the end of November when we spent the day at the park with our three kids roller blading, kicking around a soccer ball and playing on the play structure! It was so much fun to get outside and spend quality time with my kids and my husband. I love channeling my inner child and goofing off! The kids love it too! It is a great way to reboot and refresh your brain. Of course, roller blading is also great exercise!

What are your favorite ways to play, get fit and refresh?

Cyber Monday Deals online shopping sales

 in Shopping  tagged cyber monday / holiday gift ideas / holiday shopping / holidays 2013 / online shops by

 

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Cyber Monday is here! I have curated the best, most fashionable Cyber Monday Deals into one convenient online shopping list so that you don’t have to scour the web for the best sales and deals on Cyber Monday! Love that!

Below is a list of the most fabulous Cyber Monday deals and sales throughout the online shopping world. I hope you love this online shopping list as much as I do! Cyber Monday is one of my favorite online shopping days, the deals are amazing! I cannot wait to hear about the Cyber Monday deals you scored at the sales below! Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉

*Make sure you check out our Holiday Gift Guide for fabulous and fashionable gift ideas!

ASOS: Save 30% off site-wide from December 2 through December 4. Use code GIMMEMORE for the discount. Click here to shop.

Banana Republic: Save 40% off your purchase! Use code CYBER for the discount. Click here to shop.

Bloomingdale’s: Save 25% off site-wide. December 2, 2013 only. Click here to shop.

BooHoo: Save 25% off throughout the site. November 28 through December 2. Use code PUMPKINPIE for the discount. Click here to shop.

C. Wonder: Save 40% off four items or more, full price or sale! Also enjoy free ground shipping! December 2, 2013. Use code GIFTS40 for the discount. Click here to shop.

Crane and Canopy: use code CYBERMONDAY13 to receive 20% off your order from midnight, November 29, 2013 through 11:59pm December 2, 2013. Click here to shop.

Gap: Save 40% off your entire purchase. Use code CYBER for the discount. Click here to shop.

GiGi New York: Save 10% off your purchase when you spend $150 or more. Save 15% when you spend $250 or more. Save 30% off when you spend $500 or more! Also enjoy free shipping on all orders. If you spend over $100 you will receive a free Zip Pouch! December 2, 2013 and December 3, 2013. Click here to shop.

Henri Bendel: Save 25% off handbags and wallets. Receive 30% off jewelry, home fragrance and gifts. Receive 40% off cosmetics, travel and tech accessories. Also, receive a $20 splurge card with any purchase. December 2, 2013 only. Use code CYBER13 for the discount and goodies. Click here to shop.

Jill Milan: Save up to 80% off luxurious vegan handbags made in Italy. Click here to shop.

Joie: Receive 20% off your purchase of $250 or more. Receive 30% off your purchase if you spend $500 or more. November 27 through December 2, 2013. Click here to shop.

Kendra Scott: Save 20% off site-wide and free shipping (excludes LUXE collection and gift cards). November 27, 2013 through December 2, 2013. Use code BDCM2013 for the discount. Click here to shop.

Lands End: Save 30% off your purchase. November 26, 2013 through December 3, 2013. Click here to shop.

Loft: Save 50% off your entire order! December 1, 2013 through December 2, 2013. Use code CYBER50 for the discount. Click here to shop.

Max & Chloe: Save $30 off any purchase over $150. November 25, 2013 through December 22, 2013! Use code GIFT30X for the discount. Click here to shop.

ModCloth: Save 20% off your entire purchase! December 1, 2013. Also, enjoy free shipping on orders over $150 from November 24, 2013 through January 4, 2014. Click here to shop.

Nordstrom: Shop new markdowns of 40% of more on a large variety of brands and styles. December 1, 2013, 10am PST through December 2, 2013, 10pm PST. Click here to shop.

The Outnet: Free standard shipping November 30, 2013 through December 1, 2013. Use code FREESHIPWKND for the deal. Click here to shop.

Rebecca Minkoff: Spend $200 save 20% off, spend $400 save $25 off and spend $600 save 30% off your purchase. Today through December 2, 2013. Click here to shop.

Revolve Clothing: Save an extra 20% off final sale items. December 2, 2013. Use code CYBER2013 for the discount. Click here to shop.

Sole Society: Save 33% off your purchase of jewelry, handbags and shoes. Special daily offers at 10am every day during the event! November 25, 2013 through December 2, 2013. Click here to shop.

Target: BOGO 60% off on apparel, shoes and accessories! December 2, 2013 only. Click here to shop.

TOMS: Save $10 off any purchase of $50 or more plus free shipping. November 28, 2013 through December 2, 2013. Click here to shop.

Twisted Silver: Deep discounts on jewelry plus a free gift with purchase. November 30 through December 2, 2013. Click here to shop.

Urban Outfitters: Save $15 off $75, $25 off $100 and $50 off $150. Also enjoy free shipping! December 2, 2013. Click here to shop.