Stripes and some Paisley

Happy Monday (if there is such a thing)! I hope you are enjoying your summer so far....I know we are but it never seems to be as calm and relaxing as you think. Did you see J Crew started an extra 30 promo on sale today? I am trying to  be good. I ordered a sale dress from Boden this morning and that has to be it. I admit, the fact the we are receiving 16 hours of new shipment at work that I can't wait to check out tonight is helping.

Here is what I wore to work over the weekend. This dress sold out fast this Spring (I am not sure if it ever was online) but we just got in an opposite version last week (navy with white stripes) that is perfect if you missed the first one.

Cowl neck striped dress-LOFT

belt-LOFT

knit jacket-Banana Republic

Shoes-Mis Moos

And here is what I wore to chirch yeaterday. The lighting made this shirt look a little orange but is more of a red orange and it is soooo light and comfy. The skirt is one of my new favorites as well!

Cotton Silk Camp Shirt- J Crew Factory Stores

Printed Skirt in salt- J Crew Factory Stores

Shoes- Bandolino

I would have posted sooner but my camera "mysteriously" disappeared. I finally found it this morning with about 40 pictures like these.......

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Okay, well this has been a very long, unplanned absense (more like disappearance) on my part. I am going to work on getting back to all your comments this week as well. First off, we had major sickies that ended up with my oldest and youngest having pnuemonia. It was the cold/flu that wouldn't go away, three weeks of being a nurse...no thank-you. Also, as I had briefly mentioned, my husband isn't working right now, and not by choice. So, I switched to working days and took a lead position at the LOFT so I have been working over twice as much as I am used to. I don't know how I used to work full time and take care of the house. Working mom's my hat is off to you....bravo! Between work, school carpooling, baseball, wrestling and that whole making dinner for a family of six thing, I have hardly touched my computer. Oh, and then we all came down with the stomach flu this week within hours of each other. I will spare you the details but I assure you, it will go in my top five of the toughest things I have been through.

Now, I don't want to sound like a complainer I could have found a way to blog but my family needed me and they win. It was nice to be home more in the evenings and I truly love my job. Plus, I took the opportunity to work on my baking skills and we have thoroughly enjoyed eating a multitude of pies, lemon bars and homemade donuts. Things are hopefully going to get back to normal soon since my husband is about to go back to work (phew) and homemade banana pudding topped with meringue is about to go in the oven.

I did try to get some quick OOTD shots during my absense, here you go! 

coralie cami-J Crew

long lean cardigan-LOFT

lolli pants-J Crew

skinny belt-J Crew

wedges- Target

tiered maxi dress-Banana Republic

full needle cardigan-Banana Republic

scarf-Banana Republic

"Purr" wedges-Seychelles

Ackee pencil skirt-Anthropologie

pulling it together sweater-Anthropologie

banter top-Anthropologie

come dancing peep-toe pumps-Seychelles

perfect shirt-J Crew

cotton tiered ruffle skirt-Talbots

pearl hammock necklace-J Crew Factory

shoes-Bandolino

Here is to wishing you all well and I hope to be a little more regular soon....miss ya ;)

$25 SALE

Just a quick pre-holiday sale, all items are $25 (includes shipping and PayPal fees). If interested, just email me at debye@cberryfamily.com. For more item info, just click on the Polyvore picture

25 Dollar an Item Sale by modestlyme featuring j crew blazers

Merino rose corsage cardigan - J.Crew, $90
Blooming Lattice Cardigan, $88
Scalloped petal top - J.Crew, $70
Sequin Peek-a-Boo Pocket Cardigan, $44
Soirée sateen blazer in spicy olive, $148
Gilded jacquard pencil skirt - J.Crew (Grass), $128
Women's skirts - pencil - Tailored linen pencil skirt - J.Crew, $88
sale - AllProducts - Jackie cardigan - J.Crew, $62
Anthropologie Ice Capped Blouse

Ho Ho Ho

Can you believe it is December??? Christmas is right around the corner so I got into the spirit the other day by throwing on a big red sweater. I realized I had zero red in my wardrobe so I have been trying to add a few red pieces in my wardrobe here and there.

Here is the Polyvore for this (the items will be listed below each set) and what else I have been wearing this week. I have not been able to get back in the OOTD pic habit since the kids went back to school but I will get better....promise.

'Tis the Season by modestlyme featuring a peep toe pump

Turtleneck Cable Sweater, $69

Sycamore Wash Relaxed Boyfriend Jeans, $98

Seychelles Women's Come Dancing Peep-Toe Pump, $57

Tano 4650, $198

JCrew - Crystal blossom drop earrings (crystal), $48

Starbucks Holiday Beverages

Today by modestlyme featuring summer shoes

J.Crew Arrow sweater-jacket - heather caramel, $138

Gap Petite Long & Lean Jeans (Faded Wash), $20

PARRAS, $30

Amazon.com: B. MAKOWSKY Tempe E/W Shoulder Bag: Shoes, $188

Moisturizers > Skin Care > Clinique, $34

Gigi's Gone Shopping: J Crew - 8 embellished/graphic tees

Hilleary Park - Poway - San Diego Playgrounds

Kristin Cavallari Hairstyles Hair - DailyMakeover.com

Bandaid

Nuetrals by modestlyme featuring a braided belt

Long & Lean Cardigan, $49

Women's accessories - socks & tights - Wide-rib wool tights - J.Crew, $27

Steven by Steve Madden 'Intyce' Boot, $130

Large Hoop Earring, $24

Wide Braided Belt, $39

LOFT ruffle neckline dress

And last, but SURELY not least.....Chase wanted to show off his muscles for you. What can I say? He is a character

Happy Thanksgiving

 Hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! Between my parents being in town and gearing up for the holiday crowds at work things have been even crazier then normal (I wasn't sure that was even possible). Now it is over and I can breathe a sigh of relief until tomorrow when it is time to start finalizing Christmas planning ;)

Here is what I wore on Thanksgiving (excuse the super duper pale legs). These are all recent J Crew purchases (besides the shoes which are older and off eBay) and I love them all seperately and together. The Sunnie Pencil Skirt is sold out online but it didn't hit stores until recently so it shouldn't be too hard to find (hopefully).

Merino Sequined Crochet Cardigan-J Crew

Dazzling Deer Art Tee -J Crew

Sunnie Pencil Skirt-J Crew

Patent Tortoise Juliets-J Crew

Here is a picture of the table before they all dug in (that is sparkling apple cider in the wine glasses, just as an FYI).

I didn't get to do the Black Friday shopping thing because I was working it but I did do a little online sale shopping. I picked up the Wii Fit and some J Crew goodies. I was able to combine the extra 25% promo with the 40% off factory and made out pretty nicely. There were so many other things I wanted but the budget would not allow it.



TURKEY by modestlyme featuring a v neck cardigan

J.Crew - Sequin-stripe henley tank seahorse beige, $68

Dream V-neck cardigan - J.Crew, $78

Pier 1 Imports - Turkey Salt & Pepper Shakers, $8.95

J.Crew - Search, $90

And here are a few outfits I wore last week that I didn't get IRL pictures of (sorry). For anyone considering the lace tee-get it. I LOVE it and I have had zero problems with the lace snagging:

11.22.10 by modestlyme featuring tall jeans

Tailored Velveteen Tux Blazer: Women's Jackets: LOFT, $128

Lean Boyfriend Jeans, $24

Connie Black Women's Ellyn Shoe, $25

J. Crew - Stripe jersey scarf (natural black), $40

J.Crew - See the Joy Art Tee, $45

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Lace tee love by modestlyme featuring lace tops

sale - AllProducts - Lace tee - J.Crew, $110

J. Crew Stretch Double Serge Pencil Skirt, $50

Bandolino Adiva Pump, $60

JCrew - Crystal blossom drop earrings (crystal), $48

Gwyneth Paltrow - Star Finder Gallery - Celebrity - In Style

Dotted by modestlyme featuring a long cardigan

V-Neck Cardigan, $29

LOFT: Brush Dot Print Ruffle, $50

Womens Shoes intyce - Free Overnight Shipping on New Styles, Free..., $129

J Crew Factory - studded leather belt, $50

LOFT: Search Results on modern slim, $70

Lace Tee by modestlyme featuring a hoop earring

sale - AllProducts - Lace tee - J.Crew, $110

J.Crew - Destroyed matchstick jean vintage, $118

DaniBP Mop Philosopher: June 2009, $188

Women's bags - leather bags - Rhapsody chain-handle purse - J.Crew, $285

Large Hoop Earring, $24

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easy by modestlyme featuring a chain necklace

V-Neck Cardigan, $29
Willow Wash Modern Slim Leg Jeans, $19
Roll Sleeve Henley, $49
Womens Shoes intyce - Free Overnight Shipping on New Styles, Free..., $129
Long Knotted Chain Necklace, $34
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Did you brave the Black Friday crowds or score any great deals??

LOFT Friends & Family Picks

The sale starts tomorrow (actually today if you are a cardholder). You do need the coupon for the discount so don't forget to print yours out and bring it along.If you haven't gotten your coupon yet, the link is here

For my LOFT Friends & Family Sale picks I thought it would be useful if I put some looks together so you had some outfit ideas before you head out to shop.

LOFT F & F look 1 by modestlyme featuring a braided belt

Moody Leaves Ruffle Shell: Women's Blouses & Tops: LOFT

Stretch Twill Slim Cargo: Women's Pants & Shorts: LOFT, $40

Wide Braided Belt, $39

Lightweight 3/4 Sleeve Cardigan: LOFT

LOFT F & F look 2 by modestlyme featuring gold belts

Ditsy Floral Sleeveless Dress, $79

Mossimo Cognac Kady Tall Flat Boot - 8 : Target, $35

Wide Braided Belt, $39

Women's Shapewear & Legwear: Leggings, Tights, Camis, Shorts, Control..., $13

Long & Lean Cardigan: Women's Sweaters: LOFT

LOFT F & F look 3 by modestlyme featuring crepe boots

Petite Bias Stripe Sequin Shell, $69

Kelsie Crepe Boot, $99

Modern Skinny Denim: Women's Jeans & Denim: LOFT, $70

LOFT tailored velvet tux blazer, $128

LOFT F & F look 4 by modestlyme featuring ann taylor loft jeans

Sage Wash Modern Slim Leg Jeans, $69

LOFT boatneck tee with Lace and stripes, $40

LOFT F & F look 5 by modestlyme featuring banana republic shoes

J.Crew - Search, $45

Women's Apparel: shoes | Banana Republic, $180

Skirts: Long Skirts, Pencil Skirts, A-Line & Pleated Skirts: LOFT, $80

Women's Shapewear & Legwear: Leggings, Tights, Camis, Shorts, Control..., $15

Jeweled Button Cardigan: Women's Sweaters: LOFT

LOFT F & F Look 6 by modestlyme featuring a cowl neck sweater

LOFT: Striped Cowl Neck Sweater Dress, $80

Ponte Knit Leggings, $49

Amazon.com: kaden boot: Shoes, $35

Pretty Ponytails - Cameron Diaz Hair - DailyMakeover.com

Fitted Cotton Blazer: Women's Jackets: LOFT

LOFT F & F Look 7 by modestlyme on Polyvore.com

Original Boot Denim: Women's Jeans & Denim: LOFT, $60

Mini Cheetah Print Shell: Women's Blouses & Tops: LOFT

LOFT Marisa Scuba Trouser

Grosgrain Cardigan: Women's Sweaters: LOFT

LOFT F & F look 8 by modestlyme featuring bandolino shoes

Bandolino Ematite Gold Metalli Women's Shelley Shoe, $79

LOFT: Search Results on sycamore, $98

LOFT: Search Results on earring, $25

Rosette Halter Cami: LOFT##

Long & Lean Cardigan: Women's Sweaters: LOFT

LOFT Friends & Family Sale by modestlyme featuring a leather jacket

Sleeveless Pintuck Shift Dress, $89

Colorblock Top, $36

Draped Blouson Top, $34

Sequin Slub Tee, $36

Asymmetric Zip Leather Jacket, $298

Military Wool Jacket with Fur Collar: Women's Jackets: LOFT

Ahead yet still behind

I managed to take some OOTD photos last week (just didn't find time to post them). I am trying to get ahead this year for Christmas....so far so good but everytime I think I am in good shape I think of other things. So far I have all the Christmas cards ready to mail next month, all the big presents and everything I need for the packaging of my homemade goodies. Yet somehow I know I will end up rushing around like a mad woman at the last minute. I keep trying to remind myself of the true meaning of Christmas so I can keep it all in perspective.

Oh yeah.....and there is Thanksgiving to host still.....oops. Well here is some of what I wore last week:

long lean cardigan-LOFT

buds and bunches tank-Anthropologie

Denim Pencil Skirt-J Crew

Come Dancing shoes by Seychelle

necklace-Banana Republic

cardigan-J Crew

Long Sleeve Tee-LOFT

Pencil Skirt-J Crew

Belt-LOFT

Come Dancing shoes-Seychelles

Terra Paisley Shift Dress- J Crew

Bling Cardigan-J Crew

Shelley Pumps-Bandolino

Skinny Belt-J Crew

Perfect Shirt-J Crew

Maya Cardigan (factory version)-J Crew

Long & Lean Jeans-GAP

shoes-super old

Ruffles, Sequins and a Secret....shhh

So I know I have been missing lately but I promise i have something good for you at the end ;) My J Crew orders arrived and here are the verdicts: yay-Arrow Jacket, denim pencil skirt, traversa cardigan. nay-muse tank, skinny ultra lounge pant. I will post some IRL pics tomorrow of the Muse tank since I know a lot of you were interested.

traversa tank-J Crew

Ruffle Cami-LOFT

Modern Slim Jeans-LOFT

Kady Boots- Target

Here is an outfit I wore the other day (I have lots of catch up to do)

scalloped zipper cardigan-J Crew

Sequin bin tank-J Crew

ultra thin cotton pencil skirt -J Crew

Vera Sandals-Banana Republic

So, now for the good stuff. LOFT's Friends & Family Sale is coming up on the 16th (preview day for cardholders on the 15th). I should be getting the link soon so if you want  a coupon, please do the following:

send an email to debye@cberryfamily.com with the subject LOFT coupon

that's it! I will work on a post with my new LOFT favorites and some IRL pictures next week

Tortoise & Pumpkins

I guess I must be in he halloween spirit because it appears I am wearing a lot of pumpkiny colors this week! I finally caved and bought myself a pair of tortoise Juliets off of eBay. I usually like to wait for better deals on my J Crew shoes (like under $40) but I decided that I had wanted a pair of these long enough and the price was what i would have paid for in the store so after a year of trying I decided it was time.

Yesterday we signed the adoption papers....yay!!! Now all we do is wait for the court date to make it all official. But as of yesterday he is no longer considered a foster placement, he is now an adoptive placement. Baby steps ;)

marigold Jackie-J Crew

Viscose Tango Tank J Crew (factory version now available)

Long & Lean Jeans-Gap

Tortoise Belt-J Crew

Tortoise Juliets-J Crew via eBay

This picture did not capture how adorable this cropped sweater jacket is. I love it, it is an easy casual, easy going piece. It  is part of the next LOFT holiday roll out so it is not online or on the floors yet but it may be sitting in the backroom of your store. The style number is 254417 and the price point is $89.50 but you can get it with the current 30% off promo in your stores. Also, if you shop by October 31st you can purchase a $25 LOFT cares card that goes towards the breast cancer research foundation. In return you get a 20% off coupon for all purchase over $100 through Nov 15th (it is reusable and it gets you 25% off if you use your LOFT loves credit card). The promos and sales are combinable with thiscoupon pays for itself if you spend like $130. Sounds a little confusing but trust me, they can calculate it for you at the register and it can help save you bundles on a larger purchase.

modern slim Jeans-LOFT

Cropped Sweater Jacket LOFT

embellished tissue tank-J Crew

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Now I am off to try to squeeze in a trip to the Pumpkin Patch, a school Monster Mash carnival and dinner in before I go to work. I remember not so long ago when weekends were relaxing.....I miss those days :)

Got Spots?

I know that quite a few of you have the spotted cheetah pencil skirt from the LOFT which is adorable yet almost impossible to match. Good news for you, the new sienna color that LOFT has just released is a perfect match for the spots.  So far there are four tops to choose from in this color. The Shoulder Ruffle Sweater that I am wearing, the Scoop Neck Sweater,  the Drape Neck Tank and the Ruched Side V-Neck Sweater. My only sidenote to this is that the Drape Neck Tank color in our store looks nothing like the Sienna (it is more of a muted redwood) so I am going to double check tonight to see if it is an in store color or if the sienna coloring in this top is off.

I am a firm believer that things don't have to match they just need to "go" but I must admit, sometimes it is nice to find a match. For more styling ideas, see this post

Sweater-LOFT

Skirt-LOFT

double wrap belt-LOFT

Shoes-Mootsies Tootsies

LOFT Holiday/Winter Collection Preview

Straight from behind the scenes.....well, behind the counter to be precise. Out Holiday Preview Lookbooks came in this past week so I snapped a few pictures of my favorites to share. I love the styling they have done in these. It seems like they are finally adding a little more sophistication back into their styles. Notice the amazing velvet jacket (very similar to this one but I like the LOFT cut better), the lace skirt, the toned down fur accents (versus the current fur vests) and the rich colors. Oh, and lets not forget those shoes! You should be able to look at the entire book at your LOFT store (just ask) but for now...enjoy!

What do you think of the upcoming collection? Any must haves for you?