Wishing for: Michael Kors Small Madison Watch

Michael Kors "Small Madison" (MK5403) Watch in Rose Gold, $225

I've wished for this watch for over a year. I'm not big in to watches (really most people haven't been for a while) because I have a bad habit of breaking them, but I'm in love with this one! I like it because it has 24 hour markings. Twenty-four hour time is my primary method for telling time though frequently I have to translate it for friends who aren't very familiar with it. I also like the rose gold since I think it's a beautiful "neutral color" and looks great against my skin. Although this watch isn't considered a luxury watch in the industry, right now my wallet would certainly disagree. So I just admire it from afar and hope that it will be available when I can afford it. If I find another rose gold watch with 24 hour markings and a white face for less then I'll happily take it but so far I haven't found a single one.

Wishing you a beautiful Patriot Day, until next time,

claire lynette

Window Shopping - Rough at the Edges

 

1. Motorcycle Jacket with cable knit sleeves, $118 Topshop; topshop.com

2. Stud and crystal cluster ring, Marc Jacobs; $118  zappos.com

3. Studded cross-body bag, "Jade" by Tylie Malibu; $297 endless.com

4. Limited edition Stevie Williams Crowns black leather sunglasses, 9Five Eyewear; $90 zumiez.com

5. Le Metier de Beaute "Rock n Romance" mini nail lacquer set, Le Metier; $25 nordstrom.com

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Even though most of my years I've been taught to behave like a lady and adore the frilly things in life I developed an appreciation for those things that have a bit of grit to them.  A few studs here, a little leather there and you've pretty much got me; but if you mix it with something soft like the cable knit on those sleeves or a slinky silk satin charmeuse you've got me hook, line, and sinker. I've long felt the need to add a few accessories to my repertoire to get a bit more of that "sweet but tough" flavor in my life but have been lazy/stingy about doing so. You see, I've been jonesing for that jacket for a while now. Just yesterday most sizes were available, but today the numbers are dwindling. I'll probably miss the boat on it but who knows I may get a little froggy later on and scoop it up.

You're also probably thinking, "Three-hundred dollars for a bag...are you kidding me?"  and I'd agree with you. As much as I love fashion I have a hard time thinking of most expensive items as investments like many would have me believe. However, regardless of the price, when I like something I tend to wear it until it's threadbare and begging to be thrown out or turned into a rag. So there is some rationale behind the idea of "investment" but I know for a fact that not everything that has luxury prices has luxury quality. It's a sad state of affairs really...good thing I'm finicky about construction whether I shop at Forever21 or Nieman Marcus.

All for now,

claire lynette

Window Shopping - Stay Warm

Just wanted to share a few cool weather helpers that can keep you cozy this season. I already own three of those lovely Target sweaters and plan to get more because they are so soft; a perfect everyday sweater. That gorgeous hood is next.
1. Texting Gloves, $26; fredflare.com
2. La Fiorentina Hood Infinity scarf, $28; nordstrom.com
3. Mossimo Ultra Soft sweater, $17.99; target.com
4. Ugg Australia ear muffs, $75; nordstrom.com
5. Cable knit OTK socks, $20, topshop.com

claire lynette