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Introducing The Jenn Bucket Bag for Spring 2015!

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Happy Monday everyone and Surprise!!! Today, we launched the Jenn Bucket Bag in the new colors for Spring 2015! Check out the video below to get a 360 view of the Jenn bag in Desert Rose! Make sure you click the HD button in the bottom right hand corner of the video to see the best quality version of the film.

The Jenn Bucket Bag with GiGi New York Spring 2015 Haute Off The Rack from Brooke Boyd on Vimeo.

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Outfit Details: Jenn Bucket Bag in Desert Rose (designed by Haute Off The Rack in collaboration with Gigi New York) | Krewe Du Optic Julia Sunglasses | Similar Sleeveless Trench Coat | J brand Photo Ready Jeans | iPad Case, 2015 Leather Planner & All In One Clutch c/o GiGi New York

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Outfit Details: Jenn Bucket Bag in Desert Rose (designed by Haute Off The Rack in collaboration with Gigi New York) | Deconstructed Denim | Joie Kidmore Sneakers | Navy Jennifer Blouse c/o Pret a Porter Designs | Ivory Leather Jacket (old)

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Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photography

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Designing my very own handbag with Gigi New York has been like a dream come true for me and I cannot thank their team enough for making the Jenn Bucket Bag possible. For more on the design process, check out my interview from when we first launched the Jenn Bag this past fall here–> The Debut of The Jenn Bucket Bag & Jenn Bucket Bag Travels to NYC

Read my interview below for deets on the new colors for Spring 2015!

Describe your favorite feature of the Jenn Bucket Bag.

My favorite feature of the Jenn Bucket Bag is that it has both a short shoulder strap and a removable crossbody strap for convenience. I also love the texture of the embossed python body with the smooth pebble trim for added details.

We love the color Desert Rose for Spring! What made you pick this color from our new collection?

I am obsessed with all things pink right now especially blush! Honestly, I’ve been waiting for this bag in the Desert Rose color since we designed the Jenn Bucket Bag this past fall.

Describe 2 places you think you’ll take the Jenn Bucket Bag in Desert Rose. 

I have already taken my Jenn Bucket Bag in Desert Rose on a mini staycation at the Le Meridien Hotel in New Orleans and the Southern Hotel in Downtown Covington. I’ve also taken it out to my favorite café, Abita Roasting Co. for coffee and King Cake before running errands. However, I hope to take the Jenn bag on quite a few exciting adventures throughout 2015! So stay tuned for #JennBucketBagTravels!

How do you make this color transition from late winter to early spring?

The Desert Rose color is definitely considered a neutral with its gorgeous blush tone, which makes it super easy to transition into new seasons. The new Harbor Blue color is equally beautiful and can easily fit into the neutral family as well. Lately, I’ve been pairing mine with my distressed denim, ankle boots and my sleeveless trench or ivory moto jacket for a refreshing transitional look that still keeps me warm. Once spring officially arrives, you’ll see me toting around my Jenn bag while wearing espadrilles, cutoffs and beach cover-ups!

We know you have carried the Jenn Bucket Bag (in other colors) for some time now. Do you like the new colors we chose for Spring?

I of course still love my Stone and Navy bucket bags for Spring, but I’m so excited to incorporate these new pastel colors into my wardrobe! Like I mentioned earlier, I’ve been waiting for these soft spring pastels since fall.

Part II of My Stay at The New Orleans Le Meridien with The Glitter Guide

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Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photogprahy

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Outfit: Pink Trench Coat  (wearing sz XS)| Dolce Vita Harlene Ankle Boots | J Brand Photo Ready Ankle Cropped Jeans | Navy Parker Satchel c/o GiGi New York | Krewe Du Optic Julia Sunglasses (Local New Orleans Designer)

Jewelry: Ellen Earrings & Naomi Ring c/o Kendra Scott

Hi everyone, I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. I’m excited to announce that Part II of my New Orleans Girl About Town feature is now live on the Glitter Guide. Check it out at www.theglitterguide.com to get the scoop on my favorite local restaurants and my ideal Saturday night in New Orleans. In case you missed the first feature, you can check it out here–> Part I of My Stay at The Le Meridien New Orleans

 I wore this chic trench coat with dark grey jeans and a pair of ankle boots to check-in to the hotel. My favorite part of the trench coat is the color. I’m really into all shades of pink right now especially blush or pastel pink. Also, there is no better time to wear pink than around Valentine’s Day! It’s a nice light weight so you can wear it well into the spring.  I can’t wait to wear it with all white!

New Orleans French Quarter Stylecation: Day 2

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Hi everyone, in case you missed Day 1 of our FQ Stylecation, I will fill you in! I teamed up with Krystal of A Pinch of Lovely and Juley of Upperlyne & Co to give you five whole days of New Orleans fashion, food and fun just in time for Mardi Gras! We’ll tell you all of the best places to drink, dine and wine (oh and sleep) in New Orleans.

French Quarter Stylecation:  (noun) /stīl/ + \vā-ˈkā-shən, və-\ = a style guide on what to wear to all of the best places to eat, drink, party and sleep in New Orleans!

On Day 2, we partied Mardi Gras style with king cake and beads in our huge white bath robes at The Saint Hotel! I can’t help but cozy up in the hotel bath robes and order room service whenever I’m vacationing away from home! It’s the best part! Trust me, I didn’t grow up that way though! I can only remember one time ever that my mom let us order room service. She took me on a business trip with her to Vegas when I was 6 years old and we ordered pesto pasta to the room for dinner. I still remember that moment like it was yesterday. There is just something so special and luxurious about room service! Probably because I was deprived from it as a child! Haha! I wasn’t even allowed to look at the $10 hotel room water bottles and candy!

 Anyway, how beautiful are these modern yet simple blue and white rooms? I told you that you’d love them! How about those exposed brick walls and white leather headboards! To die for, right?

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Outfit: Denim| Sleeveless Trench Coat | Sweater | Dolce Vita Ankle Boots | Parker Satchel c/o Gigi New York

See more photos of this outfit here–> The Day After Christmas “Get What You Really Wanted” Sale!

After King Cake for breakfast, we headed to Rib Room at the Royal Omni Orleans hotel for lunch. If you haven’t caught on yet, I’m sort of a foodie! I pretty much base my entire day around all of my meals. Is that awful? Haha!

The Rib Room delighted us with delicious Bloody Mary cocktails and an array of scrumptious appetizers before we ordered our main courses. My favorite appetizer was the New Orleans Style BBQ Shrimp served over stone ground grit cake and charred green tomato chutney! Let me tell you, best BBQ shrimp and grits that I have ever tasted. The grtits practically melted in my mouth. I can still taste them now! Is that weird to say?

For my meal, I ordered the Royal Club: rotisserie turkey or shaved roast beef, provolone, bacon, lettuce, and hot house tomato with sea salt fries. Sometimes after eating fancy apps, you just gotta have some fries!

I’m not gonna lie, we could barely even touch our coffee and Raspberry Cheesecake after we stuffed ourselves with New Orleans Gumbo, BBQ Shrimp, Whiskey Soaked Lamb Ribs and House Smoked Salmon. On top of that, we of course all tasted each other’s main dishes!

 Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photography

Check back tomorrow for Day 3 of our French Quarter Stylecation. Visit A Pinch of Lovely & Upperlyne & Co for their reviews and outfit details.

This post was brought to you by the French Quarter Business Association. All opinions are my own.

Day 1 of my New Orleans French Quarter Stylecation

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Lipstick c/o Kismet | Krewe Du Optic Sunglasses c/o | Toiletry Bag,  Metro Tote, Metro Backback, Chelsea Weekender, c/o MZ Wallace (available at Emma’s Shoes & Accessories)– Best and “chicest” travel bags!

Hi everyone! I apologize for the late post today, but I had the worst sinus headache all day. Anyway, I’m all better now and I’m so excited to share day 1 of our New Orleans French Quarter “Stylecation” with you!  I teamed up with Krystal of A Pinch of Lovely and Juley of Upperlyne & Co to give you five whole days of New Orleans fashion, food and fun just in time for Mardi Gras! We’ll tell you all of the best places to drink, dine and wine (oh and sleep) in New Orleans.

French Quarter Stylecation:  (noun) /stīl/ + \vā-ˈkā-shən, və-\ = a style guide on what to wear to all of the best places to eat, drink, party and sleep in New Orleans!

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(not pictured– the ridiculous amount of luggage that we really packed for the week!) Thank goodness that the bell hops were top notch and helped me lug two whole carts full of my stuff up to our room! I give the Saint Hotel not 5, but 6 stars for their impeccable customer service! Check out my twitter (@hauteofftherack) if you want to see what my luggage really looked like!

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On Day 1 of our French Quarter Stylecation, we checked into one of New Orleans’ newest hotels, the Saint Hotel located on Canal Street just around the corner from the Quarter. I love the hotel’s modern style with a mix of heaven-meets-hell.  The lobby is simply stunning with it’s long dining room table surrounded by lucite chairs and the beautiful chandeliers that hang inside of large gold bells.  My favorite part about the rooms other than the perfect city view and comfy beds is the exposed brick walls and long white curtains.

See more on the Saint Hotel tomorrow!

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If there is one place that you must absolutely visit in the French Quarter, it is none other than Cafe Beignet. Cafe Beignet on Royal St. is the most darling little spot to enjoy mouth-watering beignets and café au lait! The cafe is open to the street, so it’s perfect for people watching in the Quarter. The characters in the Quarter are pretty interesting even on a normal Wednesday morning! So keep your eyes open!

Cafe Du Monde is another great place to stop for beignets too, but I love the sweet and quaint atmosphere of Cafe Beignet especially when I want to avoid the hustle and bustle of tourists in Jackson Square! It’s a local hidden gem!

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Outfit: Denim| Sleeveless Trench Coat | Sweater | Dolce Vita Ankle Boots | Parker Satchel c/o Gigi New York

 Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photography

Check back tomorrow for Day 2 of our French Quarter Stylecation. Visit A Pinch of Lovely & Upperlyne & Co for their reviews and outfit details.

This post was brought to you by the French Quarter Business Association. All opinions are my own.