Neiman Marcus + Target

 

 

The long awaited holiday collection is finally here - Neiman Marcus & Target teamed up to bring more than 50 gorgeous gifts from 24 of the most recognized designers. The collection made its debut on December 1st and I checked it in person that morning.

 

 

Some of the items I saw online definitely impressed me up close.

 

 

(I was so disappointed that this Tracy Reese blouse didn't fit so well - its gorgeous!)

 

 

Lela Rose / Robert Rodriguez

 

 

 

I may go back for this Proenza Schouler sweatshirt...

 

 

 

 

 

I was DYING over these dresses for the little ladies!

 

 

Marchesa

 

 

Marchesa

 

 

 

The accessories were gorgeous as well. I especially loved the items from Altuzarra.

 

 

Double Old Fashioned Glasses / Shaker / Tray

 

 

And the ornaments from Jason Wu.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other items I loved - Prabal Gurung cape, Philip Crangi frame,  and Brian Atwood leather gloves (these felt like BUTTER).

 

 

I ended up leaving empty-handed from this collection. I thought the selection was nice but nothing was really jumping out at me, especially at the price points. Although I think there are a few items that I may need to revisit because I keep thinking about them.

 

 

 

Tell me - did you check out the collection (online or in store)? Did anything come home with you? I want to hear all about your picks from the Neiman Marcus + Target collab!

 

 

My Forever 21 Finds

I'm usually a fan of braving the crowds for Black Friday but for some reason, I could not motivate myself to leave the house. I decided there wasn't anything major on my list that couldn't wait till the madness died down. I did however venture out Saturday morning and wander into my local Forever 21 store. I was browsing the website the day before and had a mental list of items that grabbed my eye. Since their sizing can be a bit off for me (and since you can't return anything for a refund), I wanted to actually see these items in person before dishing out my debit card.

 

 

 

The Items I Left Behind:

 

 

High-Low Satin Pocket Top

 

This top looked like it would be a cute top to throw on and the fit was alright, but I wasn't sure I liked having a black satin square on my lady parts.

 

 

Glittered Cross Tee

 

I really loved this top - it looks much better in person than in this photo. I had it in my hands all the way to checkout but decided to pass because it was bigger than I would have preferred (it was from the Forever 21+ line). But for $12, I may just have it taken in.

 

 

Bejeweled Collar Necklace

 

I have NO idea why I left this behind. It was so gorgeous and the quality was much nicer than you would expect from Forever 21. And how perfect would this be for the holidays!?

 

 

 

The Items I Brought Home:

 

 

Buckle Tab Utility Jacket

 

I have been on the hunt for a utility/military style jacket like a crazy person! But because it's not something classic like a blazer, I didn't want to spend a lot of money on it. I happened to see this on a random rack and immediately tried it on. I loved it! It's a tad bigger than my normal size but I think it will work out great with whatever I wear underneath.

 

 

Heart & O Rings (not seen online)

Round Rhinestone Ring (black)

 

 

Black Triangle Earrings (not seen online)

 

 

 

It had been some time since my last Forever 21 visit, but I was pleasantly surprised by some of the finds within the store. I think it's a great place to find some current trends at such an affordable price point!

 

 

*Not a sponsored post - just my own opinions!

I'm Hosting a Posh Party!

Meet me on Poshmark this Thursday, November 15th for a Posh Party!

 

 

I will be hosting "The Pretty Factor" (aptly named, dontcha think?) and sharing all my favorite listings...including some from my own Poshmark closet!

 

I am super excited about this because I just love Poshmark. I love the chance to sell items that I have been holding onto (here are some sneak peeks of my Poshmark closet) and I also get to check out some other things that are up for sale!

 

 

The Posh Party starts at 7pm PST tomorrow - you can find my closet @theprettyfactor

 
 

So join in on the fun and I will see you there!




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*Poshmark images via.

OOTD // Blogger Inspired: Bows & Sequins

As an avid reader of fashion blogs, I come across outfits often that make me want to recreate them from within my own closet. Sometimes it doesn't always work out - I may not have similar items or the outfits may not be realistic for my daily life - but other times they are just perfect! I saw this look over at Bows & Sequins and immediately fell in love. I knew I had to make it my own.

 

 

 

The combination of the striped tee + boyfriend jeans + leopard flats made for an easygoing, practical look for the workday and luckily enough, I had every single piece!

 

 

 

J. Crew Top / Target Boyfriend Jeans (similar option) / Target Leopard Flats (similar option) / Kristin Hassan Necklace (similar option) / Guess Watch / JewelMint Gold Bracelets / BaubleBar Coral Bracelet

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

So what do you think? How did I do in remaking Jessica's look?

 

 

Should I do more 'Blogger Inspired' outfit posts?

 

Style Crush: Katie Holmes

We knew her first as sweet Joey Potter from Dawson's Creek and then later on as Mrs. Tom Cruise (aka TomKat). Now she is back to being just Katie Holmes - mother to Suri, best friend to Victoria Beckham and more stylish than ever.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My favorite...

 

 

 

 

 

And one for memory's sake...

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8

Crushing on Green

 

Green is one of my favorite colors for fall. The richness of it is just perfect!

 

 

Wedge Sneakers / Hat / Scarf / Blouse / Necklace / Eyeshadow / Blazer / Earrings / Legging Cords / Leather Flats / Clutch / Nail Polish / Dress / Skirt

Poshmark

I regularly clean out my closet in hopes of adding more to it. But sometimes my wish lists are more flexible than my wallet. Enter in Poshmark - an iPhone app that allows you to buy & sell goods from your closet! All you have to do is upload photos, enter in the item description and post to their news feed (it can even upload to Facebook, Twiiter & Instagram!). Poshmark just takes a 20% fee once your item sells - even the buyer pays the $7 shipping costs!

 

 

I have made several sales on Poshmark and even made a few purchases! Here are a few items that you can find in my Poshmark closet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you have an iPhone, add the Poshmark app and shop my closet!

 

@theprettyfactor

 

 

Current Wants: J. Crew

I have become a recent lover of all things J.Crew. I didn't really fit their style in the past - I felt it to be too grown up, too proper, too classic, too preppy. But as I have gotten a bit older and my personal style has evolved, I have found that the reasons I stayed away from J. Crew in my twenties are the reasons I am drawing nearer to it in my thirties. I love their simple & colorful crop trousers, their lightweight sweaters & cardigans and all the ladylike touches infused in their inventory. Here the latest items I am crushing on.

 

Collection Cafe Capri in Jade Jacquard

 

 

 

Hothouse Floral Dress

 

 

 

Maddie Ballet Flats

 

 

 

Bow Coat

 

 

 

Crystal Burst Bracelet

 

 

 

Chiffon Dot Top

 

 

 

Collection Sequin Tweed Pencil Skirt

 

 

 

Collection Sasha Snakeskin Pumps

 

 

 

Cafe Capri in Tiny Dots

 

 

 

Fall Floral Crystal Necklace

 

 

 

There are about a million other items that I could have added onto this list - like this, this and especially this....wowza! - but then this wish list would be more like a wish catalog.

 

And I don't have an unlimited stash of cash to make this wish list a reality.

 

 

 

Oh J. Crew, why do you have to be so expensive?

 

 

Shades of Grey

Jason Queen Pants / Too Faced Eyeshadow Duo / Yves Saint Laurent Cabas Chyc Handbag / Acne Canada Scarf / Miu Miu Ankle Boots / Movado Watch / House of Harlow Necklace / Belle Noel Ring /  Luciano Padovan Heels / Sweater / Earrings / Coat / Burberry Prorsum Skirt

 

Hello October

The beginning of the fall season is probably my absolute favorite of all. Spring and summer bring a brightness and lively feeling around with everything from the sunny temperatures, colorful fashion trends, backyard barbecues and an easy going attitude. But the fall beats all that for me every year. There are so many things I love most about this time of the year, but I have narrowed down the list to the most important ones.

 

 

1 - Pumpkin everything. Coffee, pies, candles, clothing, bread. I LOVE pumpkin!

 

2 - Cooler temps. It's still hot here in South Florida but eventually the weather will get a bit cooler and bring a chill to the air. It's such a nice change from the humidity.

 

3 - House decor. From this point on, my house will be decked out in season/holiday appropriate decorations, some store bought & others of the DIY variety. Let the unpacking of the jumbo storage bins begin!

 

4 - Fashions trends. Leather, oxblood, corduroy, brocade, blazers & booties. I love going through my closet & pulling out the seasonal 'fall' items. I am all over it!

 

5 - Fall traditions. Baking, pumpkin carving, fall TV lineups (ha!) & even Steeler football. That one is really for the Hubs but it's become a 'tradition' for this house.

 

6 - The holidays will be here before you know it!

 

 

 

There are probably a million other things that I could add to this list, but I want to hear what would make your list. What do you love most about the fall season?

 

 

Kirna Zabete + Smoker Flats at Target

The Shops at Target have a new set of shops featured in their stores and online (you can check out my previous post here). Kirna Zabete is the latest shop for women's fashion and accessories. This past weekend, I checked out the line in store and snapped up some photos of what was there.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I didn't have time to really check anything out and try things on, but I was really impressed with the quality of this line. And I love that tweed dress with the (p)leather strip down the middle! It was definitely my favorite piece based on looks alone. And I love this maxi!

 

 

Aside from the Kirna Zabete line, I tried on some new versions of the smokers flats (pink patent seen here) that are in for fall. This style is called Vianca.

 

 

Leopard

 

 

Gold Glitter

 

 

 

I didn't take either because I have way too many leopard print flats and I have the gold sequin Aldo sneakers. I'm trying to resist impulse buying. On this trip, I succeeded.

 

But that's really really really hard when it comes to shopping at Target.

 

 

 

 

 

I can't be the only one who feels this way, right?