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Fashion

Sweet Pea and Tulip Boutique!

While my friends and family were shoveling their way out of #snowzilla here on the east coast I just so happened to have a business trip that took me over to New Orleans during the storm! Poor me, right? Cue, the boos from the studio audience crowd and throwing of shoes. I will have to admit I was super #blessed.  My luck with snow and ice has ended in broken phones, twisted ankles, and crushed dreams.  Ok, so the last one is a bit dramatic, but still!

So since I was stranded on the weekend, thought I would make the best of it and check out the local boutique scene of Nawlins! In wandering the side streeets of downtown I came across this adorable little shop called Sweet Pea and Tulip Boutique. The minute you walk in you are flooded with amazing witty graphic tees, unique sunglasses galore, bold to simple jewelry, and so much more!

To be honest I wanted to just start insanley clapping saying, “bravo, this store is beautiful, bravoooooooo!!!” So after strolling around the store I had a little “treat yo self” moment and came across this beautiful gold, crystal, and stone embellished necklace.  Ususally I am a sucker for big, bold, glamour jewels but lately I am all about the simple looks. The best part of this shop was the friendly staff and a majority of items were under $30! Check out their website and make sure you put this shop on your “must see” list right after Cafe Du Monde!

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Accessories

Make a statement this holiday…statement necklace that is!

Since the holidays are upon us filled with joy, love, and quality time spent with family and friends can also include when your mother brings out the embarrassing childhood photos of you wearing gelly shoes and overalls….oh those were the days.  My holiday played out a little bit differently this year and I came across my late grandma’s costume jewelry.  As I sifted through the array of gemmed clip on earrings , brooches, and dazzling necklaces I thought about my last shopping trip at J Crew.  I came across a pair of earrings that literally looked the same as the ones that I held in my hand. Difference was I did not have to pay $40 for the pair that were in front of me.

Then my inner Martha Stewart kicked in and I thought why not remake these pieces into revamped necklaces with brooches attached for a killer statement necklace! Stay tuned for the finished product that is not only at no cost but also holds sentimental value.  Take time this holiday to explore old jewelry pieces with your family…who knows what kind of gems (literally)  that you will find!

”The most important things in life is the connection you make with others”- Tom Ford

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