When You Move, I Move

There are no shortages of chic and affordable timepieces as of late, so when MVMT reached out to me about featuring one of their watches I agreed mostly because I fell in love with this unique purple watch, and partly because I think their name is really clever. They were also kind enough to extend a 15% discount to my readers with code CHICLYDDIE15.

 

Of course if I'm being honest, this outfit is more about the bag, the Dip by Yuzefi which I spotted on another blogger's arm sometime last fall. First I balked at its $700ish price tag, and then I beat myself up for not nabbing it at 60% off before it went out of stock at Net-a-Porter. But then, as I always do, I set up my saved searches, and when this snake embossed version came up on eBay, I quickly snapped it up for $115. 

I'm always very drawn to bags that are structural and statement making, while still being functional*. I love how the design allows you to easily switch from carrying by the top handle to the shoulder strap  without needing to hook/unhook the strap or having the top handle be in the way. 

 

I know, I'm just a bit obsessed with bags, and now I have a new designer to love, I mean, just look how cute this 'Dinner Roll' bag is!

*You know I use the term functional somewhat loosely, as long as my phone, my tiny wallet, and my car key fit, then it's functional enough!

The Rundown
Wrap Blouse Banana Republic similar
Faux Suede Leggings Ann Taylor
Camel Striped Cardigan Ann Taylor
Leather Sneakers Sperry via TJMaxx
Bag "Dip" Yuzefi secondhand via eBay
Earrings Banana Republic
Paperclip Chain Necklace Cote D'argent via TJMaxx similar
Watch "Vibe" c/o MVMT
Papercilp Chain Bracelet c/o MVMT
Thin Gold Ring Etsy
Midi Stackable Diamond Ring c/o AUrate New York
Chevron Ring Sashi via TJMaxx
Sunglasses Ray-Ban via TJMaxx

En Route

Thank you to Joe's New Balance Outlet for sponsoring this post.

It's taken a long time for me to find a rhythm with going to the gym regularly. I can't really be trusted if left to my own devices, so I've found three classes to attend throughout the week, and have even become friendly with my instructors and classmates who will know if I skip a workout.

While I've always been one of those people who feels like running errands in workout clothes is just not an acceptable thing to do, as more and more cute workout and post-workout clothes saturate the market, my resolve has crumbled, just a little.

Joe's New Balance outlet recently sent me over this cozy En Route Sweater, and I'm in love. It's light, gauzy, and allows me to feel put together if I'm making stops before or after my workout. Because I recently added a Saturday morning class to my schedule, post workout errands and even having breakfast out have become my reality.

The problem with really cute workout clothes and sneakers (the kind I'd actually wear out of the gym anyway) are that they are so expensive. I'm not about to justify spending $70 on a pair of sneakers or $100 on a pair of leggings when I could spend that on pumps and a dress. Thankfully there are places like Joe's New Balance Outlet, which offers huge discounts on workout clothes - yes there are even the New Balance for J.Crew pieces! And since their Cyber Monday sale has been extended through today, snagging up to 70% off apparel and select footwear styles, plus getting free shipping means cute sneakers like these 501 Ripple Soles are a mere $42, and I can fill my closet with cute workout clothes without feeling as though I'm sacrificing my whole clothing budget.

       

The Rundown

En Route Sweater c/o Joe's New Balance Outlet
Leggings Fabletics
501 Ripple Sole Sneakers c/o Joe's New Balance Outlet
Scalloped Tote Matine
Gold Ball Earrings Kohl's
Thin Gold Ring Etsy via Ellyn Blue Jewelry
Nail Color "Twill Seeker" Essie

Linking up with I Do deClaire's Confident Twosday

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The more I love life, the more life I have to love.

Chloe hasn't been in outfit photos in ages, since the fall I think, though neither of us were having it with this photo session. The wind was chilling, and regrettably there was no warm beverage in my cup at that time. Here is a little secret - you really can't draw on your Starbucks cup until it's empty. Two reasons for this, first achieving an optimal drawing angle will result in spilling coffee, and second, by the time you've decided what you should draw, you'll have finished your coffee.

       

The Rundown
Creme de la Creme Sweatshirt Tobi similar
Leather Jacket Express similar
Yoga Jeans Second Denim via Coco & Vera's Giveaway
White Sneakers "Dainty" Converse
Bag "Lewis Drive Michela" Kate Spade similar
Grey Fur Pom Amazon
Bling Earrings c/o JoJo Loves You
Thin Gold Ring Etsy via Sweet Olive Jewelry
Sunglasses "Emma" Ray-Ban similar
Nail Color "Zip Me Up" Essie
Dog Chloe
Chevron Leash Dabney Lee via TJMaxx

Linking up with Pink Sole's How I Fall

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By Lauren M's Mix it Monday

Furry Mittens

Every day I am become more and more self-assured.

Winter is really letting us know that is it not over. Aside from being freezing, today we are having a blizzard. The highways are closed, so there is little to do but stay inside and enjoy the day off.

Over the weekend I went to the St. Patrick's Day parade in New Haven, for as long as I could stand the cold. Sean gifted me these furry mittens I'd been obsessing over for Valentine's Day. I suppose they are little ridiculous, but they are warm and I have been known to be a bit crazy in my fashion choices, from time to time. 

       

The Rundown

Grey Sweater Abercrombie & Fitch similar

White Jeans Old Navy

Navy Coat Marc New York via South Moon Under similar

Grey Trainers Puma c/o Get the Label

Micro Perry Satchel Rebecca Minkoff c/o Shopbop

Wool Baseball Cap San Diego Hat Co. similar
Furry Mittens Banana Republic similar

Sunglasses c/o Sicky

Linking up with I Do deClaire's Confident Twosday

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Sandy a la Mode's On Trend Tuesday

Hold the phone

Friday, at long last, with a pretty good weekend outlook. While my living room currently looks like the entire holiday section of Target exploded all over it (anyone else smitten with their Sugar Paper line?) hopefully the mess will resolve itself into a pile of neatly wrapped gifts before Sunday sneaks up on me again.

I can't seem to wrap my mind around the idea that after this weekend there will only be ONE weekend left before Christmas!

        

The Rundown

White Sweater Ralph Lauren thrifted similar

Coated Jeans Joe's via TJMaxx similar

Herringbone Vest c/o Mint Julep Boutique similar

White Sneakers "Dainty" Converse

Bag "Alexa" Danielle Nicole
Bling Earrings JoJo Loves You

Watch "Classic Sheffield" c/o Daniel Wellington

Stacked Rings Gorjana via TJMaxx similar

Sunglasses "Caravan" Ray-Ban via Ditto
Leopard iPhone Case Kate Spade

Linking up with Jeans and a Teacup Flashback Friday (one year ago today)

Golden Gate

A leisurely stroll around the Japanese Tea Garden at Golden Gate Park, followed by a visit to the iconic bridge itself was how we spent our second day in San Francisco.

The Tea Garden was a delight, and while I initially balked at the entrance fee, the garden was so meticulously manicured I could easily see how a good deal of money would be needed for it's up keep.

As you can see, it was clear and sunny while we were at the Tea Garden, but as we headed up to Golden Gate Bridge, that completely changed! When we arrived, not one speck of the massive bridge was visible, it was completely swallowed up by the fog.

I had to laugh as I watched other tourists proceed to take photos in front of the invisible bridge. Since we came to see Golden Gate, we decided to make the small trek down to Warming Hut, get a coffee by the window and keep an eye on the fog.

Eventually it started to clear, and we started to hike back up to a more ideal photo location. At about the midpoint the fog actually started to roll back in again, and by the time we'd made it all the way back to the start the bridge had once again disappeared!

I'm happy I was able to snap a few good photos while the fog was subsiding, I think it adds a bit of magic.

The Rundown
Red Striped Tee Old Navy similar
Field Jacket Old Navy similar
White Jeans Old Navy
Sneakers "Dainty" Converse
Brooklyn Camera Bag ONA via Young Adventuress Giveaway
Cuff "Vista" Gorjana via Rocksbox
Gold Bracelets The Cavernous Jewelry Box
Thin Gold Ring Etsy via Sweet Olive Jewelry
Sunglasses "Meteor" Ray-Ban c/o TJMaxx
Nail Color "It's a Boy" OPI

Linking up with I Do deClaire's Confident Twosday

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Cute and Little's on Trend Tuesday