a few of our favorite things…the belle gift guide

08 Thursday Dec 2016

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We thought we would share some of our go-to items…just in case you are stumped on your gift hunt. You’re welcome!

Our fave cashmere cardigan…

From Equipment (for the fashiona-belle)
Our fave mirror (and it travels like a pro!)….

…from Simple Human (for the one who is always looking for her reading glasses)

Our fave travel boot…

Pretty much anything by Aquatalia…available at Nordstrom (for the fashiona-belle traveler)

The best slow cooker…All Clad from Amazon (for the busy cook)

The socks we can’t do without…

…From Feetures (perfect stocking-stuffer for the runner…or the one who lives in her Lululemon)

Our go-to workout-wear…

Our Lululemon uniform (for yourself…or the daughter who MUST have the cutest workout-wear)
The pant that does it all…

We could LIVE in this “ponte pant” from Theory! Crisp, comfy, chic. (Well…this might not technically be a gift…except for yourself 😉

BuDhaGirl bangles…

Duh…we have said this over and over and over! Buy these now.

Loving this monochromatic Longchamp…

For any belle who goes anywhere…just sayin’.

More to come, belles!

a&a

baubles for belles…a spend or save moment

10 Thursday Nov 2016

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As you know, we have an on-going obsession with de-lovely Rebecca de Ravenel earbobs. Just take a gander at our most recent purchase…

…and at our previous posts here and here. Take a moment to swoon.

However, we do realize that not every belle is up for the de Ravenel splurge, and that, of course, belles do love a bargain!

What a delight to our pocketbooks when one belle-neighbor leaned over the fence to tell us about the ALMOST EXACT dangles for our earring collection.

Available in several colors…

for the blushing belle

for the belle who loves a pop of color

and for the grey-cious belle…

Ya might need them all!!

Shop til you drop!!

a&a

belles are all choked up…

27 Thursday Oct 2016

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We are so happy that chokers are back in fashion! You can bet’cha bottom dollar we will be wearing this trend a lot…and, of course, we have been doin’ some shopping (’cause that’s what we do).

Here are some of our picks…

Via Shopbop by Dannijo

Via Intermix by Fallon

Via Shopbop by Lacey Ryan

Via Intermix by Rosantica

Via Shopbop by Luv Aj

Now, of course, we have to throw in some local options from one of our fave Greenville boutiques…Savvy

…this Capwell rose gold bar choker

…this Hyla Dewitt “Leo” stunner

And one belle’s recent Savvy purchase…

…this “Black River Mane” horsehair and copper piece from Which One

And a pic showing the other belle getting her choker on at a recent celebration…

That’s a wrap, belles!

a&a

belles bejeweled…some fashionabelle options

20 Thursday Oct 2016

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We have heard the buzz surrounding the Monica Vinader line of jewelry for a while, but we are beginning to hear more and more! The British designer has become quite the go-to for the Duchess of Cambridge and other celebs, giving her a bit of well-placed publicity…and causing us to take notice!

Some of our faves…

1 – the “Riva Kite” diamond drop earring

2 – the “Riva” diamond hoop ring

3 – the “Stellar” blue diamond/rose gold detachable ear jacket

4 – the “Siren” drop earring

5 – the “Baja” pave diamond bracelet

And bonus…prices range from $160 to about $1500 tops…so the entire line is within reason for a “fashionabelle” touch

The Duchess in Siren drop earrings in Green Onyx

Bling like a princess, belles!

a&a

it’s frock-tober belles…

13 Thursday Oct 2016

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Some dresses we are lovin’ (…and needin’)…

Via Shopbop

Via Revolve clothing

Time to frock up, belles!

a&a

a frock to get excited about, belles…

06 Thursday Oct 2016

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We’ve found a dress that does it all…

Fits everyone, can be dressed up or down, doesn’t wrinkle…via Shopbop
Heads up…it does run small, so order up a size.

Also available in terra-cotta…

And blue…

Can you say Uniform??
a&a

fall trends…more is more, belles!

29 Thursday Sep 2016

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We are loving the lush fabrics and colors of some of the items we have our eye on this fall! Intermix has some of our favorites…

1 – Nicholas Deep V Wallpaper dress

2 – Frame Le Velvet blazer

3 – Erickson Beamon Sage Multi Circle earrings

4 – Elizabeth Cole Multi Floral earrings

5 – Kenneth Jay Lane crystal cocktail ring

6 – Jimmy Choo Lacey 100 velvet pumps

You. Need. Them. All!!

a&a

belles love a BuDha-sale…

21 Wednesday Sep 2016

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Sale alert, belles! Our friends at BuDhaGirl just give and give…this time in the form of a super sale! It’s their “Lotus in the Mud” sale (now until 9/30) with cuffs, chains and envelope clutches and more up to 90% off!! Check out some of our faves…

Don’t wait, belles! Times-a-wastin’!

a&a

de-lovely bobs for de-lovely ears…

14 Wednesday Sep 2016

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We shared our recent obsession with Rebecca de Ravenel earrings a few weeks ago (remember?). Well…there is a new reason to be ALL about these belle-ringin’ bobs!

For the remainder of September (JUST THIS MONTH), we can all customize our own set, belles!!! Do you know what this means?? Whatever color combination might tickle your fancy can be yours with just a few little clicks!!

We did some playin’ around…

We need help, please! Such a tough decision to make!! Input welcome and appreciated. (And let us know if you design your own)

Panicking

a&a

still givin’ ’em the cold shoulder…

08 Thursday Sep 2016

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Sometimes trends come and go so quickly, we hardly have time to jump on ’em (in our own way, of course)…but here’s one that seems to be stickin’ around for another season or two: the cold shoulder. (Good news if you made the investment in some pieces last year…good news if you feel you missed out and want to give it a try!!)

Here are some possibilities…

From A.L.C. at Intermix