Carry Me Back to Ol' Virginny...

Headed up 95 to the beautiful northern neck of Virginia...hoping to see some snow!  Enjoy these Virginia-lovin' goodies!  Have a great weekend!

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Thoughts

• Coastal Living Magazine announced today that our very own Kiawah Island (i.e. where Mr. R and I met, worked, got engaged, vacationed and LOVE) was named "Happiest Seaside Town in America."  You can read the article HERE.  No wonder my husband always has a smile on his face...I thought it was just because he is married to me!

• Speaking of KI, we are excited to go kayaking this weekend on the rivahhh.  Hopefully the dolphins will be out to play.  

• I ordered this necklace off of Etsy this week.  Identical to the infamous JCREW Bubble Necklace for 1/3 of the price! 

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• Did anyone watch Scandal last night?  Its my new obsession!!!  I am on pins and needles for next week's episode!  Feeling somewhat similar about the finale of Grey's but read today on TVLine.com that all the original cast has resigned a 2-year deal.  WHEW.

• My neighbor's opened her front door to her cat, Oscar, snuggled up with this little guy.  They were hoping to keep him but unfortunately he did not make it through the night last night.  Poor little thing.

  

• Update on baby Rowan:  She is getting ready to move out of the PICU!!  She is making little steps towards recovery and is officially off her breathing tube and oxygen.  The is clasping her hands and making small movements.  Keep praying for even more good news!!

Green With Envy

There is something about the color EMERALD GREEN that I am loving in fashion right now.  I'm dying for a fabulous dress or a pair of drop earring to just "make" an outfit.

Issa via Net-a-Porter

via Sweet Southern Prep

Elie Saab

via JCrew

via Vivre

via Nordstrom

Wife On A Budget: Jewelry Obsessions

Those who know me well know that I do not wear extravagant jewelry.  I tend to sway to the simple side, mostly sticking with my engagement ring, wedding band and beautiful pearl studs that Mr. R gave me for our wedding.  If I am feeling fancy yet conservative I add the strand of pearls that Mr. R generously gave me to match my earrings.  I have been very vocal about a diamond and sapphire band to wear with my rings (anniversary coming up Mr. R!).

This being said, I DO enjoy the occasional statement necklace or bracelet and feel it can completely transform a plain ol' dress into a snazzy get-up.  I however REFUSE to spend a fortune on these baubles.  Call me a cheapskate but if its going to go out of style in 6 months anyways, why spend so much?!

EARRINGS
    

 LEFT TO RIGHT

Francesca's Collections "Tropical Tribal" Earrings $14

Vestique "Vintage Blossom" Earrings $14

Fornash "Large Stone" Earrings $30

Fornash "Safari Elephant" Earrings $25

NECKLACES

           

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Vestique "Multiple Choice" Necklace $21

Vestique "Coral Tree" Necklace $24

Forever 21

Fornash "Small Starfish" Necklace $30

Fornash "Teardrop" Necklace $38

SwellCaroline "Geranium Gem" Necklace $41

SwellCaroline "Classic Clover" $38

SwellCaroline "Modern Monogram" Necklace $45

Vestique "Glorious Mint Green Bead" Necklace $24.50

Vestique "Ball & Chain" Necklace $24.50

BRACELETS

     

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Charlotte Russe "Light Bead" Bracelet $6.50

Fornash "Bahama" Bracelet $38

SwellCaroline "Lolipop" Bracelet $28

SwellCaroline "Starfish & Freshwater Pearl" Bracelet $55

Fornash "Modern Monogram" Bracelet $43

Monogrammed Mondays: Gold Monogrammed Necklace

I'm addicted...to MONOGRAMS.  Seriously I think I would be ok if every other thing in my life had my personal stamp on it.  Monday is officially dedicated to the latest goodies that I can personalize!

This little number is at the near top of my Christmas List (only 138 shopping days left people).  It has been seen on the likes of Taylor Swift and Lauren Conrad and I think it would a perfect everyday necklace!  There are a couple varieties with a wide range of pricing...I'm thinking smaller and cheaper for me.  What about you?!

Three Hip Chicks $208

Be Monogrammed $175

Carolina Clover $89