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what’s ringin’ our belle…round 36

05 Tuesday Jan 2016

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A little refresher course in cheeseboard building…remember our belle version a little while back?

A delightful little cocktail that tickles our fancy

We love these brilliant tips and tricks that will make you a genius in the kitchen

Time to clean out that closet…here’s a list that will help you (please remove these things…please….)

And while your into cleaning…how about some skincare reminders?  (put your best face forward, belles!)

Dying to try this salad….mouthwatering . And this hearty one.

Because belles need to be in the know for 2016…

Ringin’ belles in the new year!

a&a

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calling all bootie-belles…a much-needed friend-1-1 tip

01 Friday Jan 2016

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Okay…it’s time for a tip.  Ankle booties are everywhere and they are here to stay. We love them as much as you do…what we don’t love is seeing your white or mismatched socks ….the ones that show when one can see straight down!  We love the glimpse of ankle, the hint of skin.  But any sock that hits above the ankle can be seen from a downward angle where the booties open.  

 
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Zee solution??? Grab a pair of these footies and never fear again. They would make great stocking stuffers for all the belles in your family as well.

No need to thank us…that’s just what belles do.  Just sayin

a&a

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what’s ringin our belle…round 35

29 Tuesday Dec 2015

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A funny take on all this “decluttering” business…

Another chic way to wear your fitbit..

It can’t ALL be about fitness belles…how about a cocktail ?

There’s a new trend in drinking… cocktails at room temperature…we’re game to try

Here are a few cures for your winter sniffles….

A belle’s idea of comfort food…

Happy belle-ringin!

a&a

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what’s ringin our belle…round 34

22 Tuesday Dec 2015

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It’s that time of year sooo…

How to tie a better bow….

Belles never want to run out of alcohol at a party….all the info you need so you don’t!

It’s the season for hot chocolate ….

And napping…

A winter-worthy salad.

Dying to make this tatin…

A few  ways to get a head start on the holidays. 

And why not add a little spicy fun to your next dinner party???

Cheers!

a&a

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shoppin’ local…gifts to grab-n-go (augusta road edition)

16 Wednesday Dec 2015

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Baggu, beanies, blanket scarves, blankets, BootKeepers, by Lila, candles, Carry On Cocktail Kit, clutches, Conditions are Perfect, Daniel Wellington, Dolce Cabo, drink dispenser, earrings, Elizabeth and James, faux fur, felt hats, fur, Gage's, Gigi New York, gloves, Graybill and Downs, hair ties, hats, Hobo, Hunter, Hunter boots, jewelry, key ring, Lands Downunder, makeup bags, Melvin, Mini Emergency Kit, Monkees of the West End, Morse Code, Moscow Mule, Muse Shoe Studio, necklaces, nest, ponytail, pouches, Rebecca Minkoff, S'well, Savvy Greenville, scarves, Sew Few, Sheila Fajl, Sylvia Benson, T Marie, the Fillmore, throws, Twill, vests, watches

Over the last couple of weeks, we have shared some of our favorite gift-worthy items from retailers near and far.  Because time was on our (and your) side, we were focused on the lazy-belle way of shopping…online. Now that “the big day” is only a little more than a week away, we decided to scour local shops to find the very best they had to offer in the grab-n-go category (no sizes needed, easy to wrap – or have wrapped – and not too hard on the wallet).  

  
 From Muse Shoe Studio…where the selection goes far beyond shoes…

hair ties in the form of jewelry to adorn that ever-present ponytail (in our case). $6 individually-$44 for the set (from “by Lila”)

  

a huge selection of Hobo wallets

scarves galore

  

“BootKeepers” to protect that investment

  

these sets of studs will suit young and old (and the multi-pierced)…$30 for the set

  

Morse Code bracelets (so clever)…$45

  

this Dolce Cabo faux-fur vest…just $98

 

  
From Gages… 

these Conditions are Perfect flasks make for perfect conditions…just sayin’

  

a conversation piece with a noble purpose…one belle-husband must have! ($135)

  

doesn’t every nest need a holiday scent right now?

  

for the teacher…for any belle on the go…we must all be prepared!

  

every belle likes to snuggle up…Lands Downunder can help

  

to help keep track of those keys…only $19.50

  

and back to always bein’ prepared…never know when you might have to have a Moscow Mule!!

 

  
From Twill…

an impressive selection of Graybill and Downs candles and body lotions…a scent to suit all noses

  

keep her ears fashionably warm…$75

  

quite a selection of blanket scarves

  

Baggu pouches…like butter…only $64

  

this edgy, pink Rebecca Minkoff…only $95

  

a large selection of Gigi New York…always a winner

  

keep her organized with these fun cosmetic bags…$45-$55

 

 
From Savvy …

assorted beanies to suit all tastes

  

what belle doesn’t need a fashionable hand??

  

oh-so-popular felt hats …$38

  

THE earring from Sheila Fajl…she needs multiple sizes, of course

a Melvin race to the elbow will make her happy ($27-$45)

a bargain of a tassel necklace…only $32…you can put every color in that stocking, just sayin’

  

and a brand-new shipment of blanket scarves…get ’em now…they go fast!

 

  
From Monkees of the West End…

 

oh-so-chic and earth-friendly “Sew Few” bags…made right here in Greenville!

  

every belle needs to stay fashionable…even in soggy weather (from the Fillmore)

  

Hunter boots and more Hunter boots…a no-brainer!

  

Furrrrrr vests…just yummy ($285-$335)

  

T Marie necklaces would make any belle happy

  

YOU get a Sylvia Benson…and YOU get a Sylvia Benson…wait for the screams

  

über-fashionable Daniel Wellington watches for him and for her!

  

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Mary Kate & Ashley have scored with their Elizabeth and James line…she needs a piece (or two)

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So…there’s your first installment of shoppin’ local. We’ll take a right on Main Street tomorrow!!

Ho, ho, ho!!

a&a

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a few remarka-belle holiday tips and tricks …

15 Tuesday Dec 2015

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How to get those presents wrapped!

Some awesome holiday products from Trader Joe’s for the lazy belle.

Traveling? A few beauty purchases you may want to consider to save your skin! 

A little holiday home inspiration.

Some ways to really master the art of giving.

A Holiday music play list. And another.

Some clever ways to build a snowman…

More than a few holiday cocktails to get you through the season…

A Holiday Wine Guide for every personality in your family.

If you like eggnog , you will love these Recipes !

Happy belle-ringin’ holidays!!

a&a

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a few more gift ideas for Santa’s big day…holiday belles

10 Thursday Dec 2015

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amazon, butter keeper, Dean and Deluca, dopp kit, duffield, Food52, forgoodssake.com, instant pot, intenso olive oil, leash, robe, tassel keychain, ugg, ugg slippers, vince bootie, watchbox, wine bucket

Give these gift ideas a shot…

  
A cozy and comfortable robe from Ugg and you can get it lickity-split from Amazon.  One of these belles may be ordering one for every belle in the family. They are that good. The only negative is that nobody wants to take it off. 

We are both Amazon Prime members by the by, and it has saved us countless times when needing to get something yesterday and not having to give your firstborn to get it in time.  We aren’t getting anything for telling you how much we love Amazon prime. Just sharing that we really think it’s worth it….just sayin’

  
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We like to keep our butter on the counter…can’t abide hard clumpy butter from the fridge… This Butter Keeper from Food52 is the chic answer to all a belle cook’s prayers!

  
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How about adding a little color…and flavor to someone’s life?  This Olive oil from Dean and Deluca is the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.  

  

Of course…there’s always a shoe. Vince at Shopbop 
  

And in other rainbow news…Tory Burch at Shopbop

  
For the one who fears a naked wrist…Watch box  from Shopbop

  
Wine bucket from Forgoodsake.org…because we like to chill

  
Somethin’ special for those furry babies…Leash from Forgoodsake.org

  
Just in case he needs to be reminded…Dopp kit from Nordstrom

  
Reversible tote from Nordstrom…brilliant!

   
Keep warm and toasty…slippers from Nordstrom

 
Talk about multi-tasking …The Instant Pot from Amazon

Click-n-buy, belles. It’s that easy!!

a&a

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what’s ringing our belle…round 33

08 Tuesday Dec 2015

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With us belles, you just know we are going to be talkin’ about food…we can attest to the awesomeness of most of these…just sayin’

Belles love their pups…this is how they love us back!

Get in touch with your inner huntress!

It’s black tight season….let’s find some that don’t rip!

A cocktail to embrace the season…

How to take your sundae to the next level…

Belles need to be prepared in an emergency…
Happy, happy belles!
a&a

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what’s ringin our belle….round 32

01 Tuesday Dec 2015

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IMG_3687-0Apologies are difficult but sometimes necessary…this could be helpful..

These two belles are not morning belles. We are always looking for tips to make our mornings more pleasant. 

Evenings will go more smoothly with a Pink Pony…thanks Ralph!

Nobody likes belly bloat, especially when we are feeling a tad hormonal…here are some great remedies.

If we are feeling moody…may need to try some foods that will lift our spirits…

Who doesn’t love a little Comfort Food?

Nothing like a purchase to perk us up…these always make us smile…what color would you pick? We can’t seem to decide!!
Keep smilin’ y’all!!

a&a

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for him…gift-giving brainstorm for the beaux

26 Thursday Nov 2015

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amazon, cooler, Croghan's Jewel Box, cufflinks, Daniel Wellington, fitbit, goldbug, Harman Kardon, ice balls, Mark and Graham, nordstrom, Peter Millar, S'well, speaker, watch, whiskey balls, Yeti

We’ve shared our gift ideas for the belles in your life…now it’s time for the beaux…(click away while you wait for that turkey to roast)…

From Amazon…


This Daniel Wellington wristwatch is an instant classic


And keep him fit with the Fitbit Charge …available at Nordstrom and …Amazon


And fashionably hydrated with this S’well water bottle (Nordstrom) (love the onyx, too)


He will like these cold balls…Whiskey Balls, that is (get several…at Nordstrom)


For his on-the-go listening pleasure…this Harmon Kardon wireless Bluetooth speaker will do the trick (available at Amazon)


And for his on-the-go cocktailin’…how about the Yeti Hopper? (Amazon


To keep him warm…from Peter Millar


to spiff up the bar…from our belle-friend-owned Croghans Jewel Box


and for more bar-spiffing…a decanter from Mark & Graham

for a little gold-bug bling…these cuff links will keep him snazzy. From Croghans again

That’s it for now, belles. Make your list and start shoppin’!

a&a

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