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Back in Blush!
Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photography
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Outfit: BGBGeneration Boxy Raglan Top (wearing sz XS) | BCBGeneration Pleated Flared Skirt (wearing sz 4) <–use code GEN10 for $10 OFF your purchase | Madison Crossbody c/o Gigi New York | Jenn Bucket Bag designed by Haute Off The Rack via Gigi New York | Shoes (similar)
Jewelry: Phara Necklace & Ivy Bracelet c/o Kendra Scott | Bar End Cuff c/o French Connection
Good Morning readers, I apologize for not posting the past two days! I was traveling back from New York on Monday and then yesterday I had the most awful sinus headache. Do any of you get those really excruciating headaches that last all day? What do you take for it that you feel works best? I would appreciate any kind of advice! Thanks!
Anyway, I’m sure you all remember the first time I wore this blush outfit a few weeks ago with the leopard clutch, statement jewelry and black pumps. This time I decided to switch things up and go for an all neutral look with the Jenn bucket bag in stone and nude booties. I also styled the two piece set with some sassy leopard pumps and a pop of color with the Madison Crossbody in wine. Which style do you like best? Before making your decision, don’t forget to check out how I styled it the first time here–> Wild Madagascar Vanilla
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Jenn Bucket Bag Travels To NYC!
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Outfit: J Crew Shirttail Mini <–SALE Alert! Get an extra 31% OFF w/ code: CANDYPLS | Cable Knit Sweater c/o 525 America | Camel Coat | Jenn Bucket Bag designed by Haute Off The Rack via Gigi New York
Jewelry: Rings c/o Kendra Scott
Hair by Courtney Johnson at Rigsby Frederick Salon in Baton Rouge, LA
Good Afternoon readers and Happy Halloween! I just got to New York for the weekend to celebrate the launch of the Jenn bucket bag. In case you missed my first post about the handbag I designed with GiGi New York, you can view it here–> The Debut of The Jenn Bucket Bag. Also, make sure to check out my features interview on their site at giginewyork.com.
I still can’t believe I actually have my own handbag collaboration with such a remarkable fine leather and handbag company! Designing my own bag with Gigi New York was just a mere fantasy of mine until I got to tour the Graphic Image factory in New York this past year with the owner, Tom Glazer. It was during that tour that things quickly started to fall into place. Tom’s passion and enthusiasm for the company inspired me to get creative while we were in the place where all of the magic happens, the design room! We (A Pinch of Lovely, Kaela Rodehorst Photography & myself) got the opportunity to view all of the bright-colored new leathers for spring and summer 2015 as well as potential new handbag styles. My excitement got me a little carried away and I started describing my dream Gigi handbag design. Much to my surprise, Tom immediately went for it and said, “Hey, let’s do it! We can do a handbag collaboration.” I just about died when I heard those words come out of his mouth, but that didn’t even compare to when I first laid eyes on the sample of what was going to be my very own handbag that would soon be available for everyone to buy. Gigi New York’s amazing team made the collaboration process a cinch for me. All I had to do was tell them exactly how I envisioned the bag and they got everything down right to the very last detail. I of course got to test everything out and make any necessary changes before it went into production. I am so grateful to Gigi New York for this incredible experience. It has been the opportunity of a lifetime and something I’ll never forget.
Follow along with @GigiNewYork on Instagram today! I’m taking over their account and sharing photos of my “Jenn Bucket Bag” travels in NYC to celebrate the launch of my handbag!
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Cashmere Moments
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Outfit: Cable Knit Cashmere Sweater in Ice Cap c/o Calypso St. Barth (wearing sz S) <–SALE Alert! Get 25% this sweater with code: ENJOY25 | J Brand Mid Rise Photo Ready Jeans <– SALE Alert! 33% OFF! | Blanket Plaid Scarf (similar) | Sandy Criss Cross Flats c/o Dee Keller | Yosi Samra Leopard Foldable Flats c/o Elle Boutique (504) 522.4929 | Dessert Jar c/o Jars by Dani | Kate Spade Thermal Mug
Jewelry: Naomi Ring c/o Kendra Scott | Statement Necklaces c/o Loren Hope | Radiant Ring c/o Lola James
Good Morning readers, today I’m sharing some of my “cashmere moments” with you. I remember the first time I learned of cashmere. I was shopping with my mom and grandmother during the thanksgiving holidays and shockingly my ten-year-old self didn’t really enjoy shopping trips with mom. I recall pouting about having to go to store after store looking for clothes to fit my mom’s petite 4’11 frame until I came across this ridiculously soft pastel sweater. I immediately skipped over to my mom’s dressing room and proceeded to tell her about the the amazingly soft sweater I needed her to buy me. Once she saw the sweater that I had pranced into her dressing room with, she didn’t hesitate for second before saying, “Absolutely not! 10-year-olds don’t need cashmere. Cashmere is for women” I shot her a confused and angry look before saying, “Mom! What are you talking about! This is a baby blue sweater! It’s not cashmere! I don’t even know cashmere is!” Needless to say, I didn’t win the battle considering I was ten and she was the one with the money.
It wasn’t until many years later that I understood why I didn’t deserve that sweater. Cashmere is a luxury and just like any other luxuries in life, it is meant to be enjoyed and appreciated. My ten-year-old self would have that “baby blue sweater” on the floor of my messy room in no time and then thrown under the bed when my mom yelled for me to clean my room. Now, as a somewhat mature 24-year-old I know how to properly care for my cable knit cashmere sweater in “ice cap blue” and it’s a prized piece of clothing that I like to pull out for special yet simple moments like the first cool front of the season or coffee and donuts on a cozy Sunday morning with my boyfriend. It’s the sweet and simple luxuries that I enjoy the most during fall and the holidays like going for a walk around my downtown Covington when the leaves first start to fall and decorating the house with pumpkins and eventually wreathes and Christmas trees. What are some of your special cashmere moments? I’d love if shared them with me via Instagram by using hashtag #cashmeremoment. If you don’t own any cashmere, now is the time to invest at Calypso St. Barth. They have the most beautiful and luxurious cashmere pieces right now and select styles are 25% OFF with code: ENJOY25
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The Debut of The Jenn Bucket Bag!
Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photography
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Outfit: Cropped Cable Sweater | White Oversized Shirt | Tonya Suede Peep-toe Booties <– SALE Alert! Get 50% OFF all 3 items with code: FASHION50 (ends at midnight) | Deconstructed Denim | Camel Coat | The Jenn Bucket Bag in stone (designed by yours truly via Gigi New York)
Jewelry: Loren Hope Bracelets c/o Mint Boutique | Rings c/o Gorjana
Good Morning readers, I am so excited to finally announce that I have been working with Gigi New York over the past few months to design my very own handbag! May I now present to you (drumroll please)…the Jenn Bucket Bag! My inspiration to go forward with this style was my own wardrobe’s lack of a good quality leather bucket bag. I have actually been on a hunt for the perfect bucket bag over the past couple of years, but none of the styles I came across ever met my standards. I’m so glad that with the help of GiGi New York, I have finally designed the bucket bag of my dreams that I get to share with all of you!
The Jenn Bucket Bag comes in Navy, Black, Stone (pictured above) and Kelly Green. It will be available exclusively online at giginewyork.com and also at Gigi New York trunk shows hosted by Haute Off The Rack! Scheduled Upcoming Trunk Shows: Candy Apple Boutique in Metairie, LA on November 21, Kiki Boutique in Baton Rouge, LA on November 14th...more to come!
Q. Do you consider this satchel a great everyday handbag? Is this style practical for the everyday woman?
A. Yes, I think the Jenn bucket bag is a great everyday bag because of its chic and functional design. It can be worn on your shoulder as well as a cross body bag and there is a cell phone pocket inside for your convenience as well as a secondary zippered pocket for your keys or keep-safe items. It will of course also fit your wallet, a few beauty essentials and even your mini ipad if you must. Even women in the business world need a secondary bag without the laptop and the papers and files they have to lug around all day. Everyone needs a bag that fits just their main necessities that they can just grab and go!
Q. Does the shape and colors make this a staple handbag?
A. I absolutely believe that a bucket style bag should be a staple in every woman’s closet especially in a classic color like navy or stone. It’s my go-to bag when I just need get out of the house in a hurry. I like to refer to it as my grab-and-go bag because I can just dump all of makeup and jewelry in it and finish in the car when my boyfriend yells from the couch, “are you ready yet?” for the seventh time in 10 minutes.
Q. What do you believe the demographics for this style will be and why?
A. Since the bag can be worn as a cross body bag, I feel like it will appeal to women of all ages. I’ve seen both my teenage sister and my 80-year-old grandmother carrying a bucket bag before. It’s just such an easy bag and it gives you that effortlessly stylish look we all crave. You know… that whole “I woke up like this” look.
My inspiration to go forward with this style was my own wardrobe’s lack of a good quality leather bucket bag. I have actually been on a hunt for the perfect bucket bag over the past couple of years, but none of the styles I came across ever met my standards. I’m so glad that with the help of GiGi New York, I have finally designed the bucket bag of my dreams.
Q. How does the bag function? Ex: Work? Day? Evening?
A. The Jenn bucket bag is more of a daytime bag than anything else. However, I would still take it out at night too for dinner or to grab drinks. It’s great for travel, a day in the city or just running errands around town. Like I mentioned previously, it will fit your phone, your keys, a few beauty essentials and your wallet! This bag keeps you from bringing along all of that excess stuff that you really don’t need while you’re out and about.
Q. What is your favorite feature of this bag?
A. My favorite feature of this bag is the python embossed leather body and the tassel details on the drawstring. I also love that it has a double strap so that it can be worn multiple ways.
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