It’s all about the scarves!

9 Jan posted by

Update: The random winner was Laura! Laura has been emailed. Thanks, everyone!

While it has been a bit warmer than is typical for this time of year, no matter where I look there’s one style staple that that’s impossible to miss – the scarf! Whether I’m walking to get a coffee down the street or working at my office, it seems gals and guys alike are loving rocking this trend.

Do I even need to explain why I love scarves? The warmth, the instant accessory, the perfect pop of color. The list goes on and on and on!

Have you all seen this amazing video on how to tie a scarf 25 different ways? It’s a must watch. Pretty much every girl in my office is trying out a new style every day they come into the office.

While I own lots (and I mean lots) of scarves, there’s one thing most of them have in common – cheap. I’m a really cheap person when it comes to accessories because I like to own so many of them. So believe it or not, I’ve never owned a true cashmere one before (gasp – the horror!). I never really sought them out because I wasn’t sure there would be a difference.

Girls, was I ever wrong.

When I tried on this cashmere scarf from MyMela there were two things I immediately noticed.

  1. It was soooo soft. I mean like, want to sleep with it soft.
  2. It was unbelievably warm. This is not the kind of scarf you would rock on a warm fall day. This thing would keep you warm in the tundra (ok, that may be an exaggeration, but you get the gist).

 MyMela Scarf Style Every Day

Scarf: c/o MyMela Sweater: ? T-Shirt: Envy Jeans: YMI Boots: Kohl’s

Even better, this scarf supports a village of women weavers in India called the Panchachuli Women Weavers. Their weaving skills are world renowned and help them find their own social and economic independence. Now that is an awesome scarf!

I like how I can wear it with my regular casual clothes, yet it still works really well with my winter coat (remember how warm I said it was???).

MyMela Scarf Style Every Day Coat

Coat: Guess

Want to get your own? You can buy one from MyMela (sort of like an Etsy for Indian craftsmen and women) or win one here at Style Every Day!

  • You must: Comment on this post telling me why you’d like to win. (Worth one entry)
  • For additional entries (worth one bonus entry each):
    • Like Style Every Day on Facebook and comment to tell me that you have
    • Follow Style Every Day on Twitter and comment to tell me that you have
    • Subscribe to my email newsletter and comment to tell me that you have
    • Follow me on Bloglovin’ and comment to tell me that you have

You must enter your e-mail address so I can contact you to find out where to ship them. US 18+ only, thanks!

That’s it! The giveaway will be open until Sunday, January 22 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Disclosure: I received my scarf for free as part of this review. I received no other compensation for this post and the views expressed in this post are solely mine. 


Filed Under: Daily Outfit, Shopping

Pantone’s 2012 Color of the Year

10 Dec posted by

Sometimes I think back on college and really miss it… Don’t get me wrong – I love my job, adore having money to shop and don’t miss staying up all night for finals. What I do miss is school projects. I minored in Textile and Apparel Management and, as my husband would say, life was often ‘one big art project.’

My days were filled with sketching outfits, dreaming up ideas for new apparel stores and putting together mood boards.

I remember first learning about Pantone and their impact on the industry and I fell in love. That was way before Pantone sold gift items and the Gap featured a wall of Pantone-colored t-shirts.

The one thing that captivated me the most was how they get to decide the color of the year for the year to come. Yes, the entire industry looks to them for advice on what colors to infuse in clothes, accessories, household goods and more. Even stationary designers and wedding planners listen when Pantone speaks.

So I’m very excited to share with you the 2012 Pantone Color of the Year and I’m excited to see how designers incorporate this into color schemes moving forward. Without further ado…

Tangerine Tango

While reds and oranges aren’t exactly my cup of tea, I can see myself incorporating this into my wardrobe in little pieces. Maybe a skinny leather tangerine tango belt with a black skirt and crisp white top?

What about you? Do you think you’ll see this color in your wardrobe anytime soon?


Filed Under: Shopping, Tips

Cyber Monday Madness: Win an Amoro ring!

28 Nov posted by

Update: The winner is comment number 128: Jenny! Congratulations, Jenny!

I’m sure you’re probably doing tons of online shopping today but Amoro and Style Every Day want to make the day a little easier on your  wallet! We’re proud to team up to offer a beautiful ring valued at more than $350!

I was excited to get to try out one of my own to let you know what I thought about the jewelry Amoro has to offer. Let’s just say, I could only think of one word: stunning!

From the red box with a beautiful white bow to the ring itself, Amoro knows how to make a girl feel special!

amoro ring box

amoro amethyst ring

amoro ring on hand

Please ignore my need for a manicure!

In addition to sharing this beautiful ring, I just have to share some information with you about Amoro, this great partner. One thing that really drew me to work with them was their entire mission. They are an online-only jewelry store focused on making stylish jewelry for less than the big name jewelry brands. Essentially, they design their jewelry by taking classic designs and reinterpreting them for modern times.

This ring in particular is the Tango Green Praseolite (7 carats) set in sterling silver. The gemstone is very similiar to a green amethyst or quartz. One of my favorite things about it (besides the sparkle, of course!) is that it’s actually relatively lightweight considering it’s 7 carats. I don’t even notice I’m wearing it until someone compliments me on it! :)

amoro ring giveaway

Ok, are you ready to win for yourself or a loved one for this holiday season? Here’s how you can be a lucky Cyber Monday winner!

  • You must: Comment on this post telling me whether you would keep this ring for yourself or who you would give it to. (Worth one entry)
  • For additional entries (worth one bonus entry each):
    • Like Style Every Day on Facebook and comment to tell me that you have
    • Follow Style Every Day on Twitter and comment to tell me that you have
    • Follow me on Bloglovin’ and comment to tell me that you have
    • Sign up for the RSS feed via Feedburner and comment to tell me that you have

You must enter your e-mail address so I can contact you to find out where to ship them.

That’s it! The giveaway will be open until Monday, December 12 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Disclosure: I received my ring for free as part of this review. Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. I received no other compensation for this post and the views expressed in this post are solely mine. 


Filed Under: Shopping

Beauty Tip Tuesday: A look at Sephora kits

18 Oct posted by

It’s another Beauty Tip Tuesday and this week I’m taking a look at Sephora kits. I find Sephora to be the ultimate beauty mecca for finding anything and everything you could need for your face. I recently was perusing the website and came across their kits. These kits are essentially collections of items that someone might want to buy as a group in an effort to save money.

Several of these kits looked like a great deal, and something I might consider if I were on the hunt for some new extras (eye shadows, lip stains, etc.).

One that caught my eye was the Sephora’s Bestseller Kit. This essentially offers all of their bestsellers in each category for a reduced price. This could be a great way to test some basics or be a great way to get a girl who doesn’t wear much makeup to try a few things. Retailing for $75 and including 10 items, it’s a pretty good deal.

Sephora Bestseller's Kit

The next kit that caught my eye was the Glitz and Glam Kit. This kit offers 10 items all about making you ready for your step into the spotlight. This could be great for a girl who wants to add some more ooh lala to her daily routine on the weekends but isn’t sure where to start. At only $40, it’s a great gift too!

Sephora Glitz and Glam Kit

Now, I have to be honest, not all of these kits seemed like they made a lot of sense. When I saw the Lashstash Kit jam packed with 10 mascaras for $45 I wasn’t sure what to think. Do people really have that hard of a time deciding on a mascara that they would actually buy 10 of them at once? I don’t get this one.

Sephora Lashstash Kit

So tell me, have you ever bought one of these kits from Sephora or another beauty retailer? Did you think it was worth it? Did you end up using all of the products or did you buy the kit for a few reduced items?


Filed Under: Beauty, Shopping

Desk Update {and a giveaway}

17 Oct posted by

Update: Brittany is the big winner! Thanks, everyone!

Remember like months ago when I was shopping for desks and chairs? Yeah, I pretty much forgot too! :)

I finally convinced Bill to desk shop with me and we even got my IKEA boxes put together into a real desk! However, the chair has been another story. Let’s just say there was a mix up on the color (I want yellow, not green please!) so I’m still waiting for my chair to arrive. Urban Outfitters has been really helpful though and gave me some great credits since they couldn’t rush my chair to me. Who knew that Urban Outfitters furniture is made to order??

Anyone, here’s a preview of where my desk is today:

Updates to come: 

  • Change the hardware – the hardware that came with this desk really blend in so I want to add something more decorative
  • Set up my laptop, etc
  • Paint my side table – I’m thinking about painting it yellow and adding a decorative stencil on the flat top
  • Hang art – I’m planning to flank either side of the top of my desk with those tall frames you see on the left. I’m still in search of the perfect fabric to frame
Speaking of hanging art… Check out this great piece of art I had made:
As I was working on picking out art for the wall around my desk, I was contacted by a great company called Easy Canvas Prints. Just as the name describes, it’s a super easy way to turn your photo prints into canvas art. Here’s the easy process I went through to get this great piece:
  1. Chose my size – I chose an 8″x10″
  2. Uploaded my image directly from my desktop
  3. Selected my border option – I chose to go with the basic (my sides are white)
  4. Added any image effects – I didn’t add any since this photo was previously edited by my wedding photographer
That was it! Once I finish my DIY art, I’ll be hanging this great memory right above my desk for all to see!
Want to win one of these beautiful pieces? Now’s your chance! I’ll be giving away one canvas print to a lucky winner.

Here’s how you can enter:

  • You must: Comment on this post telling me what photo you’d turn into art. (Worth one entry)
  • For additional entries (worth one bonus entry each):
    • Like Style Every Day on Facebook and comment to tell me that you have
    • Follow Style Every Day on Twitter and comment to tell me that you have
    • Follow me on Bloglovin’ and comment to tell me that you have
    • Sign up for the RSS feed via Feedburner and comment to tell me that you have

You must enter your e-mail address so I can contact you to find out where to ship them.

That’s it! The giveaway will be open until Monday, October 24 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Disclosure: I received a my canvas print for free as part of this review. Easy Canvas Prints is also a Stylish Sponsor of Style Every Day. I received no other compensation for this post and the views expressed in this post are solely mine.

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