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Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Print Mixing

Top: J.Crew (on sale with code!) / Skirt: J.Crew (on sale with code!) / Bag: Marc Jacobs / Hat: Vince Camuto / Earrings: Kate Spade / Sandals: Sam Edelman / Sunnies: TOMS / Watch: Kate Spade / Bracelets: Sequin Cara

Today I'm feeling inspired by fun prints!
With working in the fashion industry I often see people afraid to mix prints together. I always tell my customers to be daring, get creative, and push yourself past the fashion edge.
The outfit can result in something complex, fun, and effortless.

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Pink Lace

Top: Ann Taylor / Skirt: Zara / Necklace: J.Crew (similar here) / Bracelet: Arden B. (way old similar here) / Sunnies: Kate Spade / Bag: HM / Shoes: Kate Spade / Lips: Mac-Crosswires

Lace. Bold jewels. Pink. Is there anything more girly?! This is probably one of my favorite outfits to date. I got this beautiful lace blouse from Ann Taylor's petite line. When it comes to petite sizes I usually have to tweek it here, and take it in there. To my surprise the top fit like a glove! I skipped going to the tailor, and got instant gratification (plus saved some money)! Unfortunately the skirt has a different story. When I bought the skirt from Zara it needed a petite makeover. The waist needed to be taken in, hem shortened, and stitched down the sides. My new tailor jokes with me saying that I need to find someone else because my clothes are too hard to work with due to working with small amounts of fabric. A week later the skirt was finally ready, and it fit perfectly.  Overwhelmed with excitement I put this outfit together the next day! Once I stepped out my door I instantly felt  amazing! 

What is your go-to outfit that makes you feel amazing?
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Monday, April 28, 2014

Blazers & Boyfriends - Zara Winner

Top: Zara (similar here) / Blazer: J.Crew (on sale!) / Jeans: 7 For All Mankind (last seen here) / Necklace: old F21 / Bag: HM / Sunnies: Kate Spade / Shoes: Michael Kors / Bracelets: F21J.Crew (on sale!) / Lips: Mac-Creme De La Femme

Drum roll please.....
The winner for the $100 Zara gift card is.....


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Congrats Amanda! Email me your address at jessica.marie.edmunds@gmail.com so I can send you the prize! Thanks for all that participated, and have a lovely Monday!

Thursday, April 24, 2014

Spend vs Splurge

Left image: { Top: Haute Hippie / Jeans: 7 For All Mankind / Bag: Kate Spade / Shoes: Kate Spade / Bracelet: Banana Republic / Earrings: Banana Republic }
Right Image: {Top: HM  / Jeans: 7 For All Mankind / Bag: Aldo / Shoes: F21 / Bracelet: Target / Earrings: Charlotte Russe  }

 Lately I've been coveting over these printed jeans! The floral print is so fun, and captures my heart every time! Today I thought I would make an outfit where one would be costly, and the other would be  more frugal. Can you guess what image is the spend, and which is the splurge? (Answer will be left in the comments). 

Thank you for all that participated in the giveaway! The winner will be announced on Monday!

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Thigh Slim Down




 Top: Lululemon / Bottoms: Lululemon-Wunder Unders (all sold out of diamond pattern) / Socks: Pure Barre / Bracelets: Lily & Laura / Barre: made by my wonderful husband (if a barre isn't available try using a chair or couch)


As a Pure Barre teacher and addict ("Hello my name is Jessica and I'm an LTB addict"), I love working my inner thighs. Here's one of my favorite ways to get my shake on. 
You are probably asking yourself

WHAT?
WHY?
HOW?

Not to fear fellow readers! I'll show you the way of getting your shake on. Before I explain proper form, let's discuss some key concepts. Movement in Pure Barre is limited to a small range of motion, which targets/isolates specific muscles, and is low impact on your joints. Talk about a smart workout! Think "minimize the movement" to "maximize the burn." The small repetitive movements will cause to muscle to shake. I call this the "Elvis Effect." The shake is telling you that your muscle is reaching the point of fatigue. Each set is followed by a stretch, which helps to build long lean muscle. Words of advice:
Embrace the shake. 

Keep the legs wider than the framework of your body. Ideally you'd want to spread your knees so far apart that in a side profile your legs would align with your torso. Most people are not this flexible, but it's a great visual! By keeping your legs open, the workout is isolated to the inner, and tops sides of your thigh. Try to push with the inner thigh, and pull with the outer thigh. When your legs creep toward the midline of your body, the exercise is no longer working your inner thighs!
I love the workout Pure Barre provides! I love the shake I get from taking class! You might say that I take my workout that same way I take my drinks, shaken, not stirred. 



Modifications: For those with knee injuries, try working a little higher. Don't bend your knees as much. This will take pressure off your joints. 

Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Pink Roses

Shirt: Halogen / Skirt: Halogen/ Sunnies: Kate Spade / Shoes: Louise et Cie / Bracelets: F21 here & here, J.Crew, Nordstrom / Ring: Old Express similar here / Bag: HM / Lips: Mac-Crosswires
There's something to be said when your husband surprises you with your favorite flowers that makes you fall in love all over again. Try going out of your way today to show that special someone that you love them!

Have you entered the $100 Zara Gift Card Giveaway yet? Ends Thursday!

Monday, April 21, 2014

JT's Easter in AZ

Shirt: Zara / Pants: J Brand / Necklace: J.Crew similar here / Shoes: Louise et Cie / Bag: Halogen / Sunnies: Kate Spade / Bracelets: F21 here & here / Lips: Mac-Just a Bite

Another holiday spent away from home. Easter was once filled with frantic rushing between grandma's ham hock dinner and Davis county festivities. At the time, I felt so overwhelmed (and full) from rushing between dinners, people, and homes anytime a holiday would present itself. After three meals I could no longer stand the sight or taste of ham. "Please sir....no more." How I longed for a slow-paced holiday where my only stress stemmed from my minds eternal battle of what to wear that day. I got what I asked for, and dare I say I miss the craziness?! Our day consisted of going to church, coming home to work on the computer, Todd giving me a basket of roses, and playing at the pool. Sounds like another chillaxed Sunday. Sounds almost perfect, but again I miss the craziness. Maybe it was the love of challenging the clock (and speeding through traffic) and arriving at the in-laws no later than requested, or scaring my nephew by saying that Coco (My grandma made up "Coco" the scary monster to keep us kids inline. A perfect name to strike fear into a child's heart, right?) is going to get him if he doesn't behave. 
I thrive on crazy. I guess that's why I have two jobs, and decided to write a blog. Easter didn't feel the same this year without the crazy. The whole being an adult thing is more difficult than it seemed, with us having to start our new holiday traditions.  All I need to do now is learn how to make a ham......

Have you entered to $100 Zara Gift Card Giveaway yet?

Thursday, April 17, 2014

Spring Time Zara Giveaway { Closed }

Lets start spring off right with another giveaway! Currently Zara is one of my favorite places to shop. At Zara you can find the current trends without killing your bank account. 
What is favorite trend this season?

Good luck to all those enter!



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Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Safari Chic


Jumper: Ella Moss / Shoes: Sam Edelman / Bag: Loeffler Randall / Bracelets: HM / Earrings: Marc Jacobs

Do you eve wake up and feel like taking a walk on the wild side? Deciding to go for an outfit that's out of the norm, and surpasses your fashion edge? I've just the recipe. 
Today I'm feeling very inspired by safari vibes and neutral color palettes. With jumpers being big this season they are not only a statement piece for spring weather, but are comfortable as well. Talk about a two for one deal. By adding the gladiator flats mixed with gold accents completes the head to toe safari chic look. 
Make sure you tune in tomorrow for a special treat in honor of reaching 100 J Petite Facebook likes.

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Pardon My French

Shirt: J.Crew / Jeans: Hudson / Shoes: Sam Edelman (similar here) / Belt: Urban Outfitters (old similar here) / Bag: HM (similar here) / Bracelets: CC, CC, F21 (similar here), J.Crew, Gift / Lips: Sugar-Coral

It's hard to believe but these are the first white pants I've ever owned! With being as clumsy as I am, I knew that white pants and I would never live in harmony where the pants stayed crisp white, and my investment in the jeans wouldn't go to waste. I finally caved in, primarily due to the cute outfit ideas on pintrest, and decided to go against my own thinking and go for the white pants. My heart said yes, but my mind said no. I finally get home, pants in hand, and what do I do next?! I drop them on the black asphalt accompanied by a loud profanity that left my mouth! Pardon my french. There they were my new Hudsons covered in black :( NOOOOOOOOOOO!! Thinking that my spring look of crisp white denim would be no more, I rushed to the laundry, rolled up my sleeves, and got to work.  After some intense scrubbing, and bleach my new white beauties were saved! The white denim was preserved......for the time being at least ;)
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Monday, April 14, 2014

Femininity Found in a Dress

Dress: Juicy Couture (bought last Christmas but similar here) / Bracelets: J.Crew (old but similar here), Nordstrom but similar here  / Clutch: Halogen / Shoes: Louise et Cie (currently obsessed with) / Lipstick: Mac-Lady Danger

 Theres something about wearing a dress in the middle of the day that makes you feel extremely feminine. It's fun, flirty, and eye catching. By mixing this beautiful scarf print with classics blues, and red lips gives the perfect combination for daytime chic elegance. 

What makes you feel feminine?
 

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