*Thank you to Rellery for sponsoring this post! 

Jewelry has always been one of my favorite genres of accessory. I got my ears pierced when I was only a few months old, got my first piece of real silver jewelry before I was a teenager, and really never leave the house without my rings or bracelets. 

I love how jewelry makes me feel... luxurious, chic, and really put together. I could be wearing a t-shirt and leggings but with some rings and a dainty necklace, I feel like a million bucks. Jewelry makes me feel really feminine, beautiful, and fun! 

Over the years, I've garnered quite the collection of jewelry; though I have my favorites, I always love discovering new styles, trends, and brands. One of the brands that has been on my radar for a bit, one that I've seen around Instagram and have admired their viral pieces is Rellery.

You have definitely seen Rellery around the social media sphere; they are probably best known for their Checker Collection. It's really beautiful jewelry!

Rellery is a women owned business that is designed & made in the US, with a focus on ethical practices. They specialize in personalized pieces made with only precious metals (they are nickel & brass free, which is awesome!) Their story revolves around giving you moments of nostalgia, of providing you with big and small reminders of life's best and most precious moments. I love that, I love a brand with a beautiful story behind it... it makes it that much better! 

The jewelry that Rellery creates is not only beautiful but it's not overly expensive. When jewelry is well made with good materials most companies use that to mark up the price but Rellery keeps the prices moderate and fair. 

The brand reached out and kindly gifted me three pieces which I am completely in love with. I had to have some checkered pieces, like the ring & the heart necklace so I chose those. Then, I really wanted a pair of huggie earrings and these were really calling out to me. 

When I received the jewelry, it was incredibly packaged and super beautiful. I love the pale pink branding so much. My pieces came with two dust bags, one big and one small, along with a cleaning cloth. The jewelry is stunning; it feels incredibly well made and expensive. 

I love the matching ring & heart necklace; the necklace is dainty and lays nicely on the neck while the ring makes a statement yet is almost subtle at the same time. The black and white checkered print means that you can pretty much wear it with any outfit. 

The huggies are perfect - it sounds weird but my piercings are high on my ear lobe so it's hard to find huggies that actually fit. These, however, are perfect! They fit my ears well, don't hang too low and aren't uncomfortable. I like earrings that I can't feel and these are them. I'm a little obsessed. 

Rellery has beautiful pieces that can appeal to everyone, from dainty necklaces & chokers to statement or small earrings. 

All in all, the pieces are stunning and are already very much loved within my collection. I can't wait to purchase more pieces from Rellery. If you're looking for a new jewelry brand, for yourself or for someone in your life, I can't recommend them enough! 

xoxo
B

 So, yes, this another Stoney Clover Lane inspiration post. They launched their cozy collection today and I have been waiting for this day like it's Christmas. SCL released a cozy collection last year that I purchased a few items from and was kicking myself that I didn't pick up more.

Lucky me, Stoney Clover decided to release a cozy 2.0 and I didn't miss out this time. The cozy collection consists of three colors: moss, hazelnut and rose. It also has two materials: sherpa & fur... so you can be cozy all fall and winter long.

SCL released multiple items (and a few new patches) for this collection, including a new shape... the heart pouch which is a too cute for words. I figured before it all sells out (the mini duffle bag already sold out), I'd do an inspiration post so you can get in on the cozy collection. 

However, first up, let's look at what I bought.

My Cozy Collection Picks

Plain Rose Heart Pouch

Plain Hazelnut Mini Tote

Small Hazelnut Pouch with pearl letters

Purchase Inspiration

Moss Small Pouch with Buttercream Letters

Hazelnut Heart Pouch with Pearl Airplane & Heart

Hazelnut Mini with Pearl Letter

Moss Fanny Pack with Snowflake Patches

Rose Fanny Pack with Pearl Letters

Large Hazelnut with Buttercream, Pistachio, Sparkling Cider and  Pumpkin Spice hearts

Moss Heart with Cozy Rainbow

Hazelnut Mini Backpack with Pearl Letters

Rose Small Pouch with Pearl Airplane

Rose Mini Tote with Pearl Heart and Cozy Rainbow

My obsession with Stoney Clover Lane has gotten completely out of control. I seriously cannot stop spending money with the brand and have joked (too many times) that I should send my paycheck directly to the company. 

I think what has fueled my obsession is the little community of Stoney Clover Lane lovers I've found on Instagram; other bloggers & influencers who adore SCL, interact with the brand and post inspiration on their accounts. It's like we're all enabling each other's addictions. 

If you are reading this and have no idea what I'm talking about, Stoney Clover Lane is an accessories brand run by two sisters, Kendall and Libby. They sell *mostly* nylon pouches that are completely customizable with letters, numbers, and different patches. There is truly something for everyone in this brand, whether you want a tote bag, a pouch for travel, or something for home organization. They also sell face masks and I have about 8 of them right now -- the best masks I own, truly. 

And you definitely don't have to customize the bags, I have a few things that are not customized and I love them! Stoney Clover is quite expensive but I think it's worth it; I was always buying makeup bags and pouches but now I just exclusively buy Stoney Clover.  

I have started using my pouches as bags when I run errands and it's really nice to have something small and compact. I just can't say enough good things about the brand. 

While I have been buying a lot of products from them, I also love to play around in the customizer and save designs for future purchases.  I figured that I could share some of the designs I created and maybe you can use it as inspiration for your next purchase! 

These are a few of my 'fall' themed pouches!

I was going to post this yesterday but the new Fall Nylon collection launched yesterday morning so I wanted to include some inspo with those colors as well! I love a situational, themed pouch so with the fall and holidays coming up, I've been designing a lot of themed pouches. Also, the new fall collections from SCL are so ideal for the season it's crazy.

Fall Collection

Sparkling Cider Large Pouch Sparkling Cider Heart Pistachio Heart Pumpkin Spice Heart Buttercream Heart

Pumpkin Spice Mini Pouch Rolled Embroidery Heart

Cinnamon Sugar Cordoury Open Top Rolled Embroidery Letters

Pistachio Mini Pouch Rolled Embroidery Letters Rolled Embroidery Heart

Sparkling Cider Small Pouch Buttercream Heart Pumpkin Spice Heart Pistachio Heart

Sand Notebook Buttercream Heart Pistachio Heart Rolled Embroidery Letters

Sand Jewelry Roll Pumpkin Spice Glitter Varsity Letters Sparkling Cider Glitter Varsity Letters Buttercream Glitter Varsity Letters

Fall Inspiration

Sand Small Pouch Sand Glitter Varsity Letters

Noir Mini Pouch Boo Icon Patch

Peach Small Pouch Noir Glitter Varsity Letters

Sand Clear Flat Pouch Noir Glitter Varsity Letters

Sand Clear Travel Pouch Turkey Patches

Textured Notebook in Sand Sand Glitter Varsity Letters

Corduroy Collection Inspiration

Toasted Marshmallow Open Top Gold Puffy Letters

Cinnamon Sugar Large Pouch Sand Glitter Varsity Letters Blanc Glitter Varsity Letters

Blueberry Pie Mini Pouch Sapphire Glitter Heart

Cinnamon Sugar Small Pouch Noir Glitter Heart

I got my first Neverfull MM in the classic monogram print in April 2017 from Tradesy. It was worn and has some tears on the leather lining at the top of the bag, but otherwise, it's in great condition. It didn't smell when I received it nor does the canvas have any issues. (knock on wood!) The lining was perfect and there was not a scratch/mark on it.

I paid around $500 for it which was a steal because the Neverfulls retail for well over $1500 at this point. Saving that much money is worth having a preloved bag, in my opinion.

I was so thrilled to have the classic Neverfull I almost didn't want to use it. However, I got over that feeling very quickly and it was one of my most used bags of 2017.

The first thing I thought of when I started using my Neverfull was that there is a huge reason it's called the Neverfull -- the bag is NEVERFULL. You can throw things in there, even unorganized, and it holds all your items incredibly well.

Sometimes I fill my bag up so much I think it's going to break but it does not -- the bag might look small but it surely is not. It does all of that while still remaining extremely lightweight; seriously, I am constantly surprised at how light the Neverfull feels on my shoulder, even when it's bursting with my items.

I should probably mention I use this as a work bag and it holds up against everything that I take with me on my commute. I always want to use this as an every day, errand bag like most women but I just have too many other bags that need my love and attention.

I mentioned that the bag is lightweight but I need to highlight this: I have had the worst back, neck, shoulder problems ever since I started using tote bags. It started when I got my first Coach tote bag my freshmen year of high school to use as a backpack. My body just cannot handle the weight on my shoulders and every bag I have ever used (with maybe the expectation of the Tory Burch Perry Tote) has hurt me.

The Neverfull DOES NOT HURT.

This week I was using one of my Kate Spade totes as a work bag and I was in so much pain it was unbearable. I decided yesterday morning to make the rash decision and change into my Neverfull MM Monogram and would you look at that, no pain yesterday and today!

You cannot go wrong with this bag.

I loved my Monogram MM so much I knew that I wanted to add another Neverfull to my collection. If you saw this video on my Youtube channel, you know that I recently purchased a pre-loved Damier Ebene Neverfull MM.

I have to say, I love this one more than the monogram. There is something so rich and gorgeous about the brown leather and the red interior. It's exactly the same as the monogram, it's just all based on preference.

The only difference is that my Damier Ebene bag is in much better condition than the monogram. Aside from a slight odor when I got it (which I took care of with dryer sheets), this bag looked brand new. I got it for around $700 on Ebay from a Japanese consignment shop. (They always have the best deals!)

In conclusion, the Louis Vuitton Neverfull is THE BAG to have. If you are a tote lover and you just can't find one that works for you, please go get a Neverfull.

If you can only have one bag, choose the Neverfull. Save up your coins, don't buy any other bags and go get the Neverfull. Whether it's pre-loved or brand new, it is worth every single penny.

I can confidently say that my Neverfulls are at the top of favorites in my handbag collection.

Do you have the Neverfull? What are your thoughts?
xoxo
B

I was looking at this post from early 2017 and I thoguht I'd do a little update. Most of the stuff in that bag still rings true but I've tried to downsize as much as I could, and obviously I'm using different mini accessories inside the bag.

I've been in a huge Tory Burch mood lately and was feeling my Perry Tote so that's what I'm currently using as my work bag. Sometimes I just want a classic tote to throw all my shit in and not think about it.

I don't know if I've ever talked about my Tory Burch Perry Tote but I got it late 2016/early 2017 and I have been in love with it ever since. It was a much lusted after item for me and I was thrilled when I finally splurged on it.




It's probably the tote I use the most for work because it is so squishy and comfortable to wear. This tote is really hard to come by nowadays but if you can get it off of Ebay or Tradesy, please do! It's a bag everyone should have in their collection. I said in my 'work tote' post that it has so many different uses and it's just a really comfortable bag to wear.

*Apparently the McGraw tote is taking the place of the Perry but I cannot attest to that.

*I love this tote so much I am considering getting another color on the preloved market 

Now for the rest of the work bag...




Clarins Lip Oil
Glossier Birthday Balm Dot Com
Eyedrops
Excerdin Migraine
Clips
More bandaids
Evil Queen Essential Oil
Tula Handcream
Nerve Tonic
Vaseline
Julep Cuticle Oil
A flashdrive
Midol
InvsiBobble Hairties 

I used to keep an entire face of makeup with me but I found that it wasn't practical so I keep some makeup at work (even though I work at a beauty company).

I like to be prepared, I like to have things with me but after getting robbed and having everything stolen I learned that it's not smart to carry too many things with you, especially expensive things.

What do you keep in your work bag? Do you keep as much stuff as me or less?

xoxo
B

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With Valentine's Day tomorrow, I thought today was a good time to talk about the love I have had, and currently have for Tiffany & Co.

Is there a girl who doesn't love the little blue box?

My love affair with Tiffanys began at a very young age. I went through a stage probably starting at 10 years old where I asked for a piece of Tiffany jewelry for every birthday and Christmas. I had the classic "Please Return to Tiffany" pieces and my lovely heart clasp bracelet; as I got older, I wasn't as drawn to Tiffany jewelry but there is something really special about the store, and the company.

I think it was the magic behind it, how Tiffany is put up on a pedestal, the history behind it, and the brand awareness. The store on 5th Avenue, which I've been to many times is like a girl's ideal playground.

To give you perspective, I loved Tiffany's so much as a tween/ teenager, I painted my room Tiffany Blue when pink is my favorite color. Yeah, I'd give anything for a blue box.

I can't even put into words how much I adore Tiffany's, and how I really feel like Holly Golightly when I talk about it.

That's another thing, Breakfast at Tiffany's is such an iconic movie, Audrey Hepburn in her black dress and cigarette holder is truly one of the most iconic photos of all time -- it's just simply wonderful. I didn't watch the movie until a few years ago, but it has become one of my favorites. I watch it whenever I feel a little down and it makes me feel whole again -- similar to how Blair Waldorf treated it (which I now need to go rewatch Gossip Girl).

I recently got the Tiffany bug again, one of the reasons being the new Blue Box Cafe that opened over the holidays. I cannot wait to really have Breakfast at Tiffany's. I will report back with a review/post when I do actually go, maybe later in the Spring.

With that Tiffany bug, I've been creating a wishlist of things I want. There are just a few pieces under $200 that I have my eye on. That's the thing about Tiffany's, there's something for everyone.



I'm hoping to take the 10-minute walk from my office to the iconic flagship store and buy this beaded bracelet. 

Bead Bracelet with Red Heart Etched Return to Tiffany Heart Necklace Tiffany HardWear Ball Ring Mini Heart Tag Earrings Return to Tiffany Round Charm Bracelet

Do you have any pieces of Tiffany jewelry? Did you go through a Tiffany & Co phase?
xoxo
B
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Just like I have an obsession with brunch, I have an obsession with champagne. The two are linked in a way, I suppose... I mean, mimosas=champagne so it makes sense.

I don't know what it is but there is something so elegant, so girly, so chic about champagne and champagne accessories.

It is a true obsession of mine and I kind of want everything champagne themed.

It didn't help that in December Kate Spade released a champagne-themed collection and I pretty much needed everything.



Below are just a few items that I've been loving or am lusting after that are all about the champs!