Great Knits in Rotation

Not sure if we're having a polar vortex moment, doesn't currently feel like it. Regardless, my obsessions with turtlenecks are perfect for this semi-chilly and soon chill-inducing weather. A few of my other winter-weather obsessions range from Motown tunes (YASSS MARY WELLS YASSS), Ottos Tacos, and J. Crew turtlenecks. All healthy obsessions right. 

Earrings: c/o The Sak  Sweater: J. Crew  Jeans: bebe  Tote Bag: c/o Sorial  All Weather Boots: c/o BEARPAW  Rings: Nissa Jewelry  Mousse: Beautiful Textures  Lipgloss: Cargo Essential Lipgloss in Rio

Unfortunately obsessions don't make for a proper polar vortex wardrobe. Last winter was full of lessons learned, like when I wore my Doc Martens instead of all-weather rugged boots and my feet would end up freezing. Or that one time I thought wearing a flimsy tee instead of a chunky knit sweater would suffice - it did not.

This year though, I saved up for Black Friday & Cyber Monday deals and got myself a few great pieces for the winter ahead (some worn here and others on the way). I may not have gotten gifts for others, as I should have (and will regret later) but I did get this chunky sweater - it's so warm, I found myself forgoing my coat when stepping outside. This chunky sweater is also the perfect accomplice to my BEARPAW boots which kept my feet warm and dry #winwin. To make sure I didn't look frumpy in the face area, I slicked my curls back into a ponytail and wore these elegant hoops from The Sak for a chic and well-rounded look.

P.s. Don't forget to enter last week's giveaway away here: bit.ly/1weUeNb It's a really good one too!

Photos by Victor Cerejo.

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TSB: November Rack Up

This month was very muted and neutral with very small pops of color. Must be the weather related since I absolutely have playing in vibrant hues, here's what I wore throughout November: 

Crop Top: Old (similar style)  Tank Top: Uniqlo (but love this) Yoga Pants: Balini Sportswear  Sneakers: Saucony Guide 7  Scarf: c/o Tilo Scarves

Earrings: c/o Anjolee.com  Coat: H&M  Jeans: c/o VIGOSS  Boots: Wanted  Purse: Zara  Scarf: c/oTilo Scarves

Dress: Ekineyo  Flannel: Uniqlo  Boots: Wanted  Lipgloss: Cargo Essential Lipgloss in Rio  Ring: Vanessa Mooney

Green Moto Jacket: Joe Fresh  Striped Turtleneck Sweater: J. Crew  Skirt: H&M (old but love this)  Necklace: Marc by Marc Jacobs  Fleece Knee-High Socks: c/o K. Bell  Corrine Boots: c/o Cat Footwear  Wallet: c/o Sakroots Songbird Collection  Lipgloss: Cargo Essential Lipgloss in Rio  Ring: Vanessa Mooney

Jacket: HM  Sweater Dress: c/o Boohoo.com  Tights: Marc by Marc Jacobs  Necklace: Charming Charlie  Jellies: c/o Boohoo.com  Purse: Marc by Marc Jacobs  Nail Polish: Essie in For the Twill of It  Curl Definer Mousse: Beautiful Textures

Earrings: c/o Kendra Scott  Necklace: c/o Kendra Scott  Jacket: HM  Scarf: Steve Madden (similar here)  Sweater: Express (similar here)  Dress: Buckley K  Tights: Calvin Klein  Booties: Easy Spirit  Purse: Coach (similar here)

Also, can you believe it's almost December!! November's weather started off with a strong chill and is surprisingly ending in a weird lukewarm airstream of sorts. I noticed as it gets colder my wardrobe takes a swift plunge into neutrals, and blacks - lots of black! It's pretty funny to think that this time a year ago my closet was lacking in all of the neutrals, oh how the times have changed. I'm still rocking this Joe Fresh moto jacket and this super affordable HM coat and highly recommend them both as closet additions! They're both repeat offenders I don't mind repeating. 

My style challenges for December may revolve around cozy but fashionable styles, workout style, and dressing for the holidays. Stay tuned!

Let's do this December!

Photos were snapped by Patrick Fahrner, Victor Cerejo, and Lydia Hudgens.

And for the final(!!!) giveaway, enter below for a chance to win this super cute clutch from Sorial.

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Steals and Deals for Black Friday + Cyber Monday

There's not enough hours in the day for me to create holiday gift guides, but when it comes to sales - I am a pro. Ladies, I need to be frugal as hell to survive in my city, but I also need to look amazing to impress clients... Nope that's a lie I just like looking and feeling amazing.

I tend to spend Thanksgiving weekend with my boyfriend's family, in New Jersey. Not because it's mall central but more because it's fun to get out of the city and take in the clean crisp air. Yep, that's right you wont find in a mall this weekend - malls crowds give me anxiety, so I'll be doing all my gift buying from the comfort of my boyfriend's home while indulging in bad tv haha.

I do believe that sharing is caring, so below you'll find my Black Friday and Cyber Monday steals and deals.

Click through to see all the good stuff!!

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Aerie - 40% off sitewide and free shipping until Dec. 1st with code GOBBLEUP + get free PJ pants when you buy a pair

Alternative Apparel - 30% off orders of $75 until Nov. 30th with code THANKFUL

Ann Taylor - 50% off sitewide until Nov. 29th with code THANKS

American Eagle - 40% and free shipping until Nov. 30th with code GOBBLEUP

Bloomingdale's - Save up to 50% off sitewide and take $25 off almost every purchase with free shipping + returns

Blue & Cream - Save up to 15% until Nov. 27th

Boutique To You - Save up to 20% sitewide on purchases of $500+ with code AF50020 until Dec. 31st

C Wonder - 40% off sitewide until Dec. 1st

Calvin Klein - Free shipping until Dec. 1st + 30% off specialty handbags until Nov. 30th

Charlotte Russe - Buy one, get one free with $5 dresses and $5 shoes

Club Monaco - 30% off Cashmere items until Nov. 28th with code SUPERSOFT

Cynthia Vincent - 20% off full-price items with code NOW20

DKNY - 20% off sweaters and outerwear until Nov. 29th

Equipment - 20% off entire collection until Dec. 1st

Express - 50% off everything until Nov. 28th

French Connection - 30% off sitewide until Nov. 30th with code 30FCBF 

Gap - 50% off sitewide until Nov. 28th with code BLKFRIDAY

J. Crew - 30% off full price items until Nov. 30th with code HOLIDAY

J. Crew Factory - 50% off everything plus free shipping with code THANKS

Joie - 25% off sitewide until Dec. 1st

Kate Spade New York - Save up to 75% + $5 ground shipping in US or $10 in Canada

Kate Spade Saturday - 30% off full price items until Dec. 1st with code DEALME

Lands' End - 40% off select categories each day, and 30% off the remainder of your order at Lands' End until Nov. 30th

Lord & Taylor - Get an extra 20% off almost everything with code THANKS

Lucky Brand Jeans - Save 45% on all orders and get free shipping

Lucy - 30% off sitewide until Nov. 30th

Madewell - 25% off sitewide through Nov. 30th with code GIFTON

Metropark - 25% off sitewide until Dec. 2nd with code CYBERDAY

NET-A-PORTER - 50% off sale items

Nike - Take an additional 25% off clearance until Dec. 2nd

Nordstrom - Designer clearance now through Jan. 6th

Pendleton - Save 20% on outerwear through Nov. 26th

Pink Mascara - 25% off sitewide until Dec. 2nd with code CYBERDAY

Piperlime - 25% off sitewide until Nov. 27th with code THANKFUL25 or IHEARTNYC to be entered for a chance to win a trip NYFW week and shopping spree!

Rebecca Taylor - Save 30% on sale items until Nov. 30th

Saks OFF 5TH - Extra 40% off purchase with code GOBBLE through Nov. 26th

Shopbop - 25% off until Dec. 1st with code GOBIG14

Sole Society - 30% off and free shipping until Dec. 1st (all sales final)

Space.NK - Spend $100 and get a gift card for $25 to use on your next purchase of $100 or more. This includes free ground shipping and three complimentary samples of your choice while supplies last, until Nov. 30th

The Corner - Extra 20% off and free shipping until Dec. 1st with code CYBER2014

Theory - Shop the Holiday Kickstart Sale and get 40% off select merchandise

Tibi - Get an additional 20% off sale items until Nov. 28th with code BLACKFRIDAY14

Stella and Dot - 25% off all sale items until Nov. 30th

Yoox.com - Extra 20% off and free shipping until Dec. 1st with code YOOXGIVINGLi

Hope you find some great things for you and your loved ones :)

Keep in mind these codes may work now, but the majority wont be available until Black Friday!