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(Aritzia coat, Topshop leather pants, Public Desire Libby boots, Yoshop suede and chain crossbody bag, Calico choker)

Last week when the snow was starting to melt in Boston!  Took a quick walk around the city and got some much needed fresh air.  Recent favorites have been these boots from Public Desire - they hug the ankle perfectly and are super flattering.  Definitely want to try these in other colors!  Also have been loving this chain bag from Yoshop, which is a great alternative to the Chloe Faye bag.  One thing I always suggest when thinking about investment purchases is buying a similar, cheaper alternative and seeing if you get the wear out of it first!  This one is a great option and definitely looks like it will hold up.  For me, this was good enough to shift my opinion away a bit from getting the Faye - so now i’m onto thinking about what the next addition will be...

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(allsaints biker leather jacket, zaful hoodie, lululemon leggings, stuart weitzman boots)

The weather has felt so limiting in Boston recently - everything I wore was solely for warmth.  But I was super excited because I finally got to venture outside this past weekend without my parka!  Unfortunately the weather has turned again, but at least the hoodie x favorite biker jacket combo got to see the light once before nature realized that it is still winter.  

This hoodie from Zaful has constantly been in my rotation of most worn clothes as of late.  It definitely has held up super well through all the wears.  I especially love how the extra long cozy sleeves can poke through a leather jacket to add that extra detail.  The long hoodie strings, contrasted with the cropped fit is a great touch as well!  Pairing it with some high waisted leggings is my favorite way to do the athleisure trend.

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Today I am teaming up with JORD wood watches to share a great gift option - whether it be last minute for the holidays this season, or for any other occasions coming up.  They have options for both men’s and women’s watches that suit so many different styles.  If you are interested in some unique wood watches, check out the end of my post for e gift codes to JORD!  

My favorite part of the brand is their focus on sustainability, craftsmanship, and its unique quality (they source wood from all around the world!).  It also brings a fresh option to add to your accessory collection - I especially love the casual, laid back, but luxe vibes it conveys.  The wood gives it a rustic look, while the face has a sleek design to still give it a modern feel.

The watch I selected was the Frankie 35 in Dark Sandalwood & Slate.  My first impression was I was impressed with the wooden box it came in - this is something you could use to continue to store your watch, or any other little items.  Wonderful detail to attention here, which is continually carried out through the watch itself.  

Typically I am more into metal and leather textures for accessories, but this one caught my eye with the dark toned wood mixed with the rose gold details on the face.  It smoothly integrates into my usual styles of sleeker accessories.  Being a fairly petite person, I usually shy away from “bulkier” watches.  A nice surprise with the Frankie 35 was how the larger face keeps a menswear inspired vibe, but is balanced out nicely with a much slimmer band.  I love contrasting it with other oversized pieces, and some thigh high boots.  It is also quite a lightweight watch - so super comfortable to wear and travel with, but definitely still feels solid and durable.

And of course, JORD is offering some cool opportunities for you to get your hands on a watch like this!  Anyone who signs up through the giveaway link will get a $25 JORD e gift code, and 1 winner will get a $100 JORD e gift code! The giveaway is now open and will run through 1/15/17.  Both codes will expire on 3/31/17.  Visit the link below to enter!

Giveaway Link: https://www.woodwatches.com/g/christieashley

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This post was sponsored by JORD Wood Watches.

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A couple shots from the best time of year, with all my favorites - blush, velvet, and over the knee boots.

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Taking some time to switch it up a bit and talk about some skincare products from Peach & Lily.  I’ve always been one to be super sporadic in using skincare products, but there are a couple products by Caolion that have been tempting me into a more regular routine over the past few weeks.

First step: a cleanse using the Chitosan Foam Cleanser.  Formulated with unshiu/Jeju mandarin oil, its antioxidants help to balance the skin’s pH and leaves a super refreshing feeling.

The next two products I have been alternating out.  

One is the Premium Blackhead Steam Pore Pack - a mask with micro oxygen bubbles that form and pop as the mask sits on the skin.  The action of the popping bubbles left a bit of a tickling sensation due to the popping movements, but it is certainly something entertaining to watch and it does leave me with extremely smooth feeling skin.  And for that entertainment factor, I would have to say this might be my favorite of the four products.

The other is the Premium Original Pore Pack - a mask that leaves a super refreshing menthol/cooling sensation on the skin.  It is also composed of a glacial clay, and alaskan glacial water to form a soothing and relaxing experience.  I would say of the two, the Original Pore Pack is more refreshing.  The cooling sensation may be intense for some - but personally, I enjoy it as it gives me a sense that the mask is “working”.

And finally, the Pore Tightening Memory Sleeping Mask.  This mask is one that can be left on overnight and spashed off in the morning.  It tightens the pores, brightens the skin, and enhances elasticity for when you wake up.  Definitely a win when you can take care of your skin while sleeping.

You can get this combined kit on Peach & Lily as a specially priced set, with the cleanser thrown in for free here!

Thanks to Peach & Lily team for sharing these new products!

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(vipme dress, club monaco coat, nine west heels)

Partnering up with VIPme in this post to highlight some spring picks.  Today it felt like spring is actually here.  After an entire two weeks of overcast and rain, the sun finally came out and some warm(er) weather stuck around for the entire day.  Seeing the sun beam into my apartment when getting home from work just makes the entire day so much better.  Had to take advantage of that and shoot a couple photos with this great light.  

I chose to highlight their blue embroidery sleeveless mini A-line dress, and paired it with a long blush colored coat.  Super feminine but in a way that still has a bit of edge by playing with hem lengths, and adding my leather boots with gold metal tips.  The quality and detail of the embroidery to this dress is wonderful, and was something that caught my eye immediately when opening the box.  It is crafted from a light, but structured fabric that is perfect for the shape of the dress.  Also want to mention that VIPme was great in their shipping - this was delivered extremely quickly and in some durable packaging.  I would definitely be interested in checking out some of their other pieces, as they carry a very wide variety of styles.

Check them out and use the code M_SIChristie6 at www.vipme.com to get $5 off orders over $50!

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(tobi mesh shift dress, joe’s jeans heels)

Final post in a series where I am partnering with Tobi.  This time features a pretty simplistic and minimal look, but the mesh, deep cut panel adds the right amount of originality and edge.  Works wonderfully on its own or paired up with some layers due to the light nature of the fabric.  

New customers get 50% off your first order! They carry great selections of everything:  Dresses, Crop Tops, Rompers, Bodycon Dresses, Skater Dresses,Maxi Dresses, Party Dresses, Jumpsuits, Skirts, Sequin Dresses, Cardigans,Bodysuits, Midi Dresses, Cocktail Dresses, Prom Dresses

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(tobi Right On Track Halter Jumpsuit, joe’s heels)

Second in a series where I am teaming up with Tobi to feature some of my favorite pieces for this season.  The details of this jumpsuit speak for itself.  Absolutely loving the extreme mid section cutout and completely open back of the jumpsuit.  Paired with the high neck, it creates a perfect balance.

New customers get 50% off your first order! They carry great selections of everything:  Dresses, Crop Tops, Rompers, Bodycon Dresses, Skater Dresses,Maxi Dresses, Party Dresses, Jumpsuits, Skirts, Sequin Dresses, Cardigans,Bodysuits, Midi Dresses, Cocktail Dresses, Prom Dresses

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(tobi Let It Flow Shift Dress, forever21 blazer vest, joe’s heels)

First post of a series where I am teaming up with Tobi, to feature one of the quickest growing trends as of late - the choker. This is actually a dress featuring a thin ribbon scarf (see original photo here), but I took a different spin on the usual way this dress is worn. I am wearing the ribbon double wrapped around my neck to transform it into a wide choker, finished with a bow at the back.

New customers get 50% off your first order! They carry great selections of everything:  Dresses, Crop Tops, Rompers, Bodycon Dresses, Skater Dresses, Maxi Dresses, Party Dresses, Jumpsuits, Skirts, Sequin Dresses, Cardigans, Bodysuits, Midi Dresses, Cocktail Dresses, Prom Dresses

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Grey and suede.

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(allsaints cargo leather jacket, brandy melville dress, wolford tights, steve madden boots)

Recurring favorites.  

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(h&m sweater, wolford tights, kaitlyn pan over the knee boots)

Really into the overknees thing right now.  I had been wearing my heeled over the knee boots nonstop for the past few months, but this was not the most practical thing for living in Boston (and needing to walk a lot).  Picked up this flat pair from Kaitlyn Pan not too long ago, and they have been on my feet constantly.  Super great quality and fit - especially for those of you who may be looking for a tighter fit through the ankle and calves.  I want a pair of these in black now!

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(dresslink suede dress, forever21 long blazer vest, mango ankle strap heels)

Really gravitating towards mixing hem lengths, and incorporating suede for the spring season.  This suede dress from Dresslink was the perfect addition to the collection.  Tightly fitted with a short hem and the softest fabric gives a perfect contrast with the more structured and lengthy vest.

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(h&m rib knit dress, nine west boots)

Really loving how this space is coming together.  Couldn’t follow “design rules” and choose just a couple of my themes, so I threw them all together.  Leather bases, tons of white against wood, rustic textures, mixing metal accents, and touches of green.  

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(allsaints silk wrap dress)

Some window corner upgrades - textured throws, quirky pillows and a few plants to liven up the space.  The best mix for weekends in.

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(vneck sweater, sheinside lace shorts, steve madden over the knee boots)

Leftover outfit photo from before the weather got super cold.  Can’t wait for the inbetween season to come back to mix heavy knits, and lightweight lace and silk.

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(lace up bodysuit c/o cndirect, pants by aerie, ankle strap heels by mango, wallet clutch by allsaints)

Super in love with the plunging neckline of this bodysuit, and the softness of it inside.  A perfect evening alternative, when paired with some loose pants for a onesie type feel.