#It's the thought that counts

The next question is what you get that friend, that you care about and is important to you, but you don't have the income to buy them something big or elaborate?
I don't think that the bigger the gift the more you care about a person. I like to pay attention to what my friends say or mention, sometimes the perfect gift is something small and thoughtful that they will love, even if it didn't break the bank.

Here are some small and thoughtful gifts that will be sure to make that special friend smile on Christmas.

1. Luggage Tag: Amazon has great deals on sassy travel accessories.

2. Bracelet: Perfect amount of sparkle to complement any holiday outfit.

3. Mugs: As you can probably tell I like clever or sassy trinkets and Kate Spade is the perfect one stop shop for all things cute and sassy.
4. Gloves: As the weather drops it's important to always have some cute gloves on hand.
5. Beauty Set: Philosophy is a wonderful beauty company and this little gift set is a great introduction to their products.
6. Coin Holder: I love Michael Kors from handbags to coin holders.
7. Compact Mirror: I always feel like you never have a mirror when you most need it, this cute little piece would complement any purse.
8. Socks: Normally I would not recommend buying socks but these are to cute to pass by.

Hope this helps! Stay warm!

xoxo

#Fighting the urge

This is what I call a first world problem. I have been fighting the urge, for over 6 months now, to buy cap toed pumps. Now that the holidays are approaching and everyone is asking me what I am putting on my Christmas list, it's getting harder not to take the plunge and spoil myself. What I should be doing is saving money, helping the poor and studying, but thats no fun lol.

Granted this season is a time for giving not receiving, so I am not asking for anything from other people, but it doesn't mean that once finals are over I may not treat myself.

Why I've been fighting this urge you are thinking, becuase the area and profession I work in and will (fingers crossed) have a career in calls for the professional timeless look. The truth is I love it, I love the sophisticated chic look but that doesn't mean don't I like to break out of my comfort zone and go a little wild. Granted going a little wild for me is cap toed shoes but I am an adult, I don't have time or desire to go crazy and wear some crazy spiked shoe with a lions head on it. (I am pretty sure I saw a shoe on facebook that looked like my description, EWWW!). My co-workers were saying that I don't or shouldn't invest in trendy shoes, I normally don't listen to others regarding my style choices but since I am a student on a limited budget I need to act and purchase responsibly. (Oh how I hate responsibility)

So since I should be studying, of course I am actually looking at shoes. So I need your help, should I or shouldn't I? Here are my top picks!

Sam Edelman: I have a few pairs of his and love them all!! The Desiree pump is so beautiful, here are my two color options. The first is black and simple, barely notice its cap toed, perfect for the office:

 So chic I am in love!











The second option is more colorful and I say perfect for the holidays:

Awe don't you just love!










There is also this lovely Sole Society pump by Julianne Hough, the colors are office worthy with a little bit of a twist:

This next shoe's design just drives me crazy at how sexy it would look on my feet, French Connection definitely does this style justice:

I mean seriously, how could you not just fall in love with these lovelies!










Last but not least the always chic Michael Kors, I love how patent leather always makes a black pump look sexy and elegant.

So there you have it, what do you guys think? If only I was a millionaire and could have them all in my closet...oh first world problems!

I hope everyone isn't going crazy getting ready for the holiday season! Remember what the real reason for the season is!

#Back to School

So school has officially started for me as well. Back to reading case books, highlighting, post-its and late night study sessions.
What used to be my favorite part of back to school was the back to school shopping. I'd go with my mother to get new outfits, new shoes and school supplies. That was probably the best part, there is something about getting new binders and notebooks that gives me a rush. I loved picking out my new pencils and highlighters, I just knew that they would be used for great things that year!
Now back to school shopping still happens but I don't (nor can afford that many new school outfits) but I still GET the same rush when I buy new notebooks and highlighters.
I also used to get a new backpack every year, I mean the style and trends changed so my pink backpack wouldn't be that fashionable come the next school year. As I got older though backpacks went out of style and book bags became my new school love. I probably get a new book bag every year now that I am older but that's because my books are heavy and my poor bags can only take so much of a beating before they give up on me. So if you are in the market for a new book bag for the upcoming school year here are a few law school approved book bags. By law school approved I mean they can carry a laptop, cases book, supplemental, and notebook comfortably.

Here are some of my favorites, help mE choose please!

Michael Kors Medium Jet Set Multifunction Tote

And it comes in multiple colors, black, blue, white, cream and so much more!










I love coach bags and love this travel tote which easily turns into a very luxurious and sturdy book bag!

Kate Spade has some sassy bags, I love the canvas material and all the clever
sayings. Plus this bag zips closed!! Also probably my favorite laptop case ever!

And lastly one of my favorites is Longschamp, the nylon helps keep it clean and the zipper keeps things from falling out, plus its spacious!

 

As you can tell I like a bit more expensive book bags then the average student, but I think when you spent as much money on a laptop and books like I have that they deserve to be carried in style and in quality! Until next time, have a great day!