Winter Blues

Blouse: Zara / Black Skinny Jeans: Banana Republic / Peacoat: Via Spiga (Similar)
Statement Necklace: BCBG (similar) / Earrings: Evil Eye (Similar) / Booties: Nine West

It's getting to that point in the year where I start dreaming about vacations, sunny skies, and warm temperatures. I cannot wait for spring to get here (seriously, can spring get here any faster?!). I could definitely say that I have the winter blues!

The blouse I am wearing is from Zara. The blouse has two long panels – one in the front and one in the back which gives it the illusion of a dress.  The blouse also has two long slits going down the side and long sleeves. I paired the blouse with black skinny jeans, a statement necklace from BCBG, booties, and my new favorite evil eye earrings which unfortunately I could not find on the H&M website anymore so I linked a similar pair.  I also love this peacoat which has this gorgeous purple lining on the inside.

Cozy High Slit Sweater

High Slit Sweater: Express / Faux Leather Leggings: Club Monaco / Tank Top: H&M
Heels: Levity (Similar) / Earrings: LOFT (Similar) / Watch: Bulova / Handbag: Zara

Sweaters have been my go-to lately with temperatures still being on the chilly side here in Philadelphia.  I love this cozy high slit sweater from Express.  The slits go pretty high up on each side, but it's such a fun trend to try this season! I paired this high slit sweater with my favorite pair of faux leather leggings from Club Monaco. The thing I love about the faux leather leggings is that the faux leather is only on the front side which makes them super comfortable.

Over the weekend a good family friend came to visit from Boston.  We all went to dinner Saturday night at a local Italian BYOB called Cafe Casta Diva (which was amazing!) followed by Karaoke. I wore this outfit as it was comfortable yet chic. We had such a fun time!

PS: My sweater is currently 40% off and the leggings are on sale also!

Last Minute Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Him and Her

For Her: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11
For Him: 12 / 13 / 14 / 15 / 16 / 17 / 18 / 19 / 20

Valentine's Day is right after the corner! If you're looking for last minute Valentine Day gifts for him or her here are 20 great ideas on what to get for that special someone! I hope everyone has a great weekend!

Casual Valentine's Day Date Night Outfit

Sweater: H&M / Jeans: LOFT (Similar here - 40% off!) / Booties: Nine West /
Bracelets: Alex & Ani / Necklace: LOFT (Similar here) / Handbag: Zara

I can't believe one month of 2016 has already gone by! Valentine's Day is fast approaching and I wanted to share with all of you what my husband and I were doing this year.  This year for Valentine's Day my husband and I are keeping a low profile and staying in! We figured since we're both super busy at work (myself an Accountant and him a Real Estate agent) we really just wanted to spend some quality time together.

For this Valentine's Day casual is definitely the way to go.  I love this comfortable (and very warm) sweater from H&M in my favorite blush color paired with one of my favorite statement necklaces from LOFT. 

What are you all planning on doing for Valentine's Day?

Links à la Mode, January 21

On a weekly basis, the Independent Fashion Bloggers do a round-up of their 20 blog picks known as Links à la Mode. My Golden Beauty was selected on this weeks list along with 19 other awesome bloggers. Check them out below!

A La Modest:  Fashion-Tech Collab | Jonathan Adler Phones Moto X Pure Edition
AlysaLovely:  10 Awesome Underrated Girl Power Movies
Alyssa May: Trending | Over-the-Knee Boots
Anti Muse: We Love | Yellow Hair
Attire Club:  What is the Difference Between Vintage and Second Hand?
Elements of Ellis:  Vertical Striped Shirt
Eniwhere Fashion:  Outfit | Lady in Red
Ginger Snaps:   New Fashion Rules | It’s OK to Pair Brown and Black
Head2Heels:  Floral Fluidity
Hey Just Jei:  5 Truths You Should Know About Your Beauty Products
I’m a Norbyah: Hong Kong Fashion Week | Eco Chic Design Award Grand Final
La Vintage Vida:  Hotel Crashing
Mornings with Madge:  What I Learned from Having Pink Hair
My Golden Beauty:  Blanket Cape Perfect for a Casual Weekend
Purushu Arie:  Hello, 2016 Fashion Trends
Reasons to Dress:  That 70’s Show
She Got Her Own: Get the Look | Gwen Stefani Atelier Versace Disco Jumpsuit
Splash of Teal:  What’s Your Fashion Style Pop-Quiz
Tales of Two: Hong Kong Travel and Food Guide | Top 15 Things
We Are Ready Made:  Prada Odyssey

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