Black Boot Best Bets

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I spent the greater part of my life in Florida, so you can image why I am not a huge fan of cold weather. The one saving grace of frigid temperatures is the necessity of boots. Cold weather is an excuse for an expanding boot selection and I’ve been on the hunt for a pair of flat black mid-calf boots.

I refuse to by boots online because they never end up fitting right, and I’ve yet to find the perfect pair in-store. So, I thought I’d pick out a few favorites in hopes of finding them in a store on Black Friday. GASP, yes, I am one of those crazies who shops on Black Friday.

Here is my black boot roundup:

1) Nine West Bleaker ($83.30) |  2) Pink and Pepper Rev ($59.99) | 3) Mossimo Kamara Engineer Boot ($34.99) | 4) Frye Carson Tab Short Bootie ($328) 5) Bucco Vina Ankle Boots ($69.99) 6) DV By Dolce Vita Zip Short Motorcycle Boots ($149)

My favorite pair is the Dolce Vita motorcycle boot, but the Mossimo pair from Target looks pretty promising for $34.99. I’ll have to inspect that pair in person to make sure they are good quality. Of course, I love the Frye boots as well, but I’m not wiling to spend more than $300 on a pair of boots that won’t necessarily be a staple in my wardrobe.

A few of these pairs are on sale, which is tempting, but I think I’ll try my luck next week, in-store to make sure they’re the perfect fit. Black Friday, here I come!

 
 

Beloved BHLDN

I love Anthropologie. I love weddings. Anthropologie’s spin on weddings? See BHLDN. They’ve been open for a year and a half now, but the gowns they’re churning out just keep getting better.

You don’t go to BHLDN for a traditional bridal gown. You go to BHDLN for something special and completely unique. A BHLDN bride is a bit alternative, a tad ethereal and a whole lot of romantic. The BHLDN line is all about simple silhouettes adorned with unexpected, unique details. Each dress has a touch of old fashioned charm mixed with modern details to make one positively perfect bridal creation. Here are a few of the bridal dress I’m swooning over:

Aguille Gown | $1,200
Blossoming Weir Gown | $1,800
Burnished Organiza Gown | $1,400
Golden Strata Dress | $850
Pleated Fantasy Gown | $3,600 on sale for $2,000

The only challenge with these dresses is that the only physical stores are in Chicago and Houston, meaning that unless you are able to visit one of these locations, you’ll be buying a wedding dress without trying it on first. However, BHLDN accepts all regular priced unworn merchandise within 30 days for a full refund and has a comprehensive sizing chart on their website. On the flip side, this is an excellent benefit for a bride on a short timeline. You can get a gown within a week, which is virtually impossible to do at any other bridal retailer unless you purchase a sample dress on the spot.

BHLDN also offers gorgeous bridesmaids dresses, shoes, jewelry, veils and headpieces, and, of course, party dresses. Do yourself a favor, bride or not, and peruse all of the beautiful things BHLDN has to offer!

 
 

Peplum Edition: Like it, love it, buying it.

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I’ve got a major obsession of the peplum variety. I purchased the first item of my quickly expanding peplum wardrobe a few months go and haven’t stopped since. I get complemented on it all. the. time.

Peplum is flattering on ANYone. It complements curves and creates them where there are nonoe. Which is precisely why this week’s like it, love it, buying it is all about the peplum.

Like it. 

Lace and peplum is lovely and ladylike, an ideal combination. However, the black lace adds a little edge and keeps this top from being too sweet.

Zara Lace Peplum Top | $79.90

Love it.

Hello, holiday season! This top was made for a celebration, holiday or not! Pair it with skinny jeans or a black mini and some fabulous heels and you’re good to go.

Vince Camuto Metallic Dot Jacquard Blouse | $99

Buying Bought it.

I saw this top in Anthropologie yesterday and had to snatch it up. It comes in three color combos: black and white (pictured below), gray and white and kelly green and navy. I opted for the gray.

Anthropologie Sweetheart Peplum Top | $58.00

Which one is your favorite? Time to jump on the peplum train, ladies!