Summer to Winter

Today's one of those "ehhh" days; it's still snowing on the East coast, but I didn't wake up to a "snow day, don't come into work" text (...the worst), which kinda made me feel blah, so I wasn't really trying to put any effort into my outfit.  Luckily, all the pieces I grabbed this morning kinda happened to go together (phew!).

I wore this super twirly cotton kimono, over the summer (see how I styled it in this post!)...that's right, this is from aerie's summer 2015 collection--it's a beach cover up.  What's great about pieces like this, is that you can wear them year 'round, depending whether you layer it over a sweater or a swimsuit!

If you're one of the lucky ducks escaping the cold and heading somewhere warm for winter break, a cotton kimono (like this one from Steve Madden) is the perfect addition to your travel wardrobe.  You can layer it over your sweater for some comfy chic airport style, and then once you've reached your destination, it doubles as a cute beach cover up!  Talk about versatility!

And because cotton kimonos are relatively nice and light, they don't take up a lot of space in your luggage!  Win.

SHOP MY LOOK!

Beach Cover Up: aerie, old () || Sweater: aerie, old (similar here) || Turban: Paper Doll Vintage Boutique (similar here) || Puff keychain: Wish app (similar here) || Bag: Michael Kors || Boots: Macy's (similar here) || Jeggings: American Eagle Outfitters || Sunnies: Wish app (similar here) || Watch: c/o Fossil || Rings: Slate, c/o Rocksbox (similar here)*

*use code classicallycaitxoxo to get your first month of Rocksbox for FREE!

Leopard and Fringe + WIWW Link Up

It's Wednesday and that means it's "What I Wore Wednesday Link Up"!  Today I shot my first blogger photos with the help of my talented little sister (thank goodness she has a degree in art and was totally up for helping me out); and good lord it was cold out!

And, because I'm new to the blogging game, I didn't really have anywhere to shoot (and the backyard isn't very spectacular in winter, when everything is dead, ugh), but I had a great time hanging out with my sister.  I'm a little intimidated about doing more shoots, but I'm excited at the same time to keep trying and learning what does and doesn't work!

Top: Ann Taylor find from a few months ago (LOVE the faux-leather sleeves!)

Skirt: Ombre Fringe skirt // Ann Taylor

Shoes: Leopard loafers are an old Target find from a few months ago (I have a matching black pair too!)

Watch: Cecil Multifunction Stainless Steel Watch // Fossil

Glasses bracelet: Goreski Glasses Bangle // Kate Spade

Lokai bracelet 

Bag: Selma Large Patent-Leather Satchel // Michael Kors

Kisses neckalce: a clearance find from H&M

P.S. Ann Taylor is having a sale, up to 70% off!  (I got my skirt on sale for under $50!!!)

Be sure to check out the bloggers who started the linkup!

Book of Leisure

Chic Street Style

Gracefullee Made

Cyber Monday!

It's Cyber Monday, and that means there's still time to score some amazing deals just in time for the holidays!

I've compiled some of my favorite sale items to share with y'all!


Ann Taylor-- 50% off your entire purchase (code: CYBER50)!

Faux Leather Pocket Cape// Faux Lather Sleeved Striped Top //Faux Leather Trim Belted Cape

Petite Faux Leather Pleated Skirt// Petite Textured Flounce Skirt// Embellished Pencil Skirt

Studded Leather Loafers // Suede Peeptoe Shooties // D'Orsay Metallic Leather Flats

Pearlized Cluster Bracelet // Modern Classic Sculpted Cuff

BaubleBar-- 20% off (code: CYBER20), or play for 20%, 25%, 30%, or $100 off!

Meme alphabet bracelet // Sapphire Seer strand // Gold tassels bracelet

Cape Knot bracelet // Emerald Asterisk collar

Tubular Studs Earrings // Slim Needle Drops Earrings

Crystal Mason ring // Celestial Drops Earrings // Gemini pearl ring

Modcloth--25% off (code: CYBERMONDAY)

Mason Jar shot glasses // Gold Buckle booties // Pearl bobby pin set 

Mermaid salt & pepper set // Drink dispenser  // Textured glass vase

Dino Skeleton cookie cutters // Ring Holder // Tea Cup vase

Check out my other recent post on the J. Crew Factory sale (still going on) as well as some other sales!

Kate Spade-- 30% off your entire purchase (code: CYBER30)!
Michael Kors--up to 50% off
Francesca's has all sorts of discounts (and 50% off of clearance)!
Don't forget to check out Target!  Their great deals are even better!
Forever21--extra 30% off sale items!
ChicWish--assorted discounts (They have amazing midi skirts here!)



Hope everyone enjoys Cyber Monday (the only time it's exciting that it's a Monday, lol)!  And don't forget, it's always a good idea to treat yo' self!! ;)

Gift Guide: Surprise Kate Spade sale!

Another surprise sale from Kate Spade!  Now's the time to pick up some holiday gifts (up to 75% off)!  And even better?  The sale starts now, so there's no need to wait for Black Friday to score some major deals.  The sale has both classic and super fun pieces available; totes, jewelry, clutches-- they've got a lot to choose from.

Here are some of my favorites from the sale!

The Southport Avenue tote is great for everyday!

Telltale Twinkle Small Harmony tote // Brightwater Drive tote
Both of these tote will look good AND hold all of your things.

Peacock Lane clutch // Roadtrip License Plate clutch // Evening Belles clutch
Seriously, how fun are these clutches?!

Essex Scout cross body // Skinny Mini bow bangle (pave version also available!)
This red satchel cross body, and this bow bangle?  Both must-haves!

Skinny Mini bow ring// Skinny Mini pave bow studs // Moon River pave scatter necklace
You can never have too many bows.  Especially if they're gold bows.  ;)

Happy shopping!  :)