Recent Purchases: Mango + TopShop (Insta-pics)

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You may have noticed that I recently started a new series on the blog called: The Roundup. Here, I do a collection of my favorite things, from staples (like leather jackets) to trends (like boyfriend coats). Which brings us to this post. When I roundup fab clothing and accessories for you I am also shopping for myself! (Note: this can be dangerous!) I get inspired just as much as you do! Recently I picked up the lime green coat above from the Boyfriend Coat roundup. The color is what drew me in. I’ve been wearing darker colors now that’s it’s gotten colder and the bright hue is perfect! This coat is on the lighter side (in terms of weight) so feel free to layer, layer, layer! I liked the idea of pairing it with my fur vest. Price: $196 and if you are interested, there are 3 more sizes left. Check it out here!

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with my blogger boo Natalie of Natalie Off Duty at her Express event last week
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I was in need of a leather jacket when I ran into this awesome faux one at Mango. But disaster struck when they didn’t have my size (medium) in black. A day later the coveted medium appeared on Mango’s website and was thrilled! I had to share my good find so I created this Faux Leather Jacket roundup along with 8 other faux leather jackets I was lusting after! This Mango one in black has since sold out but they have it in limited sizes in brown here. Or you can give them your email and they’ll alert you when it’s back in stock! Price: $60 (yup, so good!)

Some others you’ll love:

 

xo

Joy

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Part 1: Countdown To New Years Eve – Let’s Get Sparkly!

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Who else is in complete shock that it’s already November!? I can’t believe how fast this year has sped by, it’s crazy! I remember doing last year’s New Year’s Eve post like it was just yesterday! I went glam with a floor length strapless Bebe gown, but this year I want to sex it up a bit and go short and flirty. 

One look I’m really loving is the classic sequin LBD (little black dress). Sequin dresses are so effortless and New Year’s Eve is a time of celebration, so why not sparkle your night away? Above, I’m wearing a Nicole Miller,  MeChar clutch and strappy black heels (not pictured).

Here are my favorite sequined dresses online right now:

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1. Mango, $80 / 2. Badgley Mischka, $220 / 3. Zara, $80 / 6. Mango, $120 / 5. 2B, $60 / 6. Alice + Olivia, $272 (On Sale!) / 7. Ter de Caractere, $119 / 8. River Island, $250 / 9. Boohoo, $70 / 10. NastyGal, $60

Plus, some others I can’t stop lusting for (and they’re all under $150!):

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Now that we’ve got the outfit taken care of, what are your plans? If you’re looking for something fun to do the fab people over at Hpnotiq SparkleLouder have you covered. Between 11/4 and 12/8, they’re running a really cool contest. To enter: simply upload a picshowing how you plan to rock NYE this year. Then, use Hpnotiq’s GIF app to really make it pop. Share it with #SparkleLouder. Here’s an example of one I created earlier today:

website_138419624523Oh, me? I’m just shining bright like a diamond! lol I’m so goofy : )

The prize: Each week you’ll have a chance to win one of 20 Diamond and Topaz EFFY rings (4 are given away each week). The grand prize is a New Year’s Eve trip for you and 3 friends to New York City to watch the ball drop in Times Square. Awesome! 

Start planning your New Year’s Eve now by shopping my sequined dress guide above and entering Hpnotiq’s contest! You’ve worked hard all year. Finish it off with a bang! Hope to see you in NYC!

xo

Joy

This is a Hpnotiq sponsored post. All opinions are those of Joy Adaeze.

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The Roundup: Fall’s New Animal Prints

animalprintfalltrendThe mother of all prints is back in a big way. This Fall ushered in animal prints in a variety of new colors and iterations. From coats to dresses to shoes, this chicer-than-chic neutral will give your everyday look a major boost. Add some excitement to your fall wardrobe with animal print parties from Topshop, Burberry, Mango and more. Check out my favorite poppy pieces!

1. Topshop skirt, $20 (updated: Sold Out) / 2. Sam Edelman loafer, $119 (On Sale- only 1 size left!) / 3. Topshop coat, $196 / 4. McQ Alexander McQueen dress, $409 / 5. River Island skirt, $50 / 6. Marc by Marc Jacobs scarf, $185 / 7. Aldo heel, $120 / 8. Topshop coat, $158 / 9. Mango coat, $129 / 10. Givenchy sandal, $690 (On Sale!) / 11. DVF coat, $419 (updated: Sold Out) / 12. Maison Boinet belt, $215 / 13. Reiss boot, $395 / 14. DVF dress, $507 / 15. Mango coat, $99 (Only 1 size left!) / 16. Burberry scarf, $495 / 17. River Island skirt, $50 / 18. Giuseppe Zanotti heel, $447 (On Sale!)

I love leopard shirts for Fall under black blazers. Here are some of my favorites:

 

xo

Joy

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