#Rave: Hematite & Gunsilver Jewelry- my signature

I live for this type of jewelry. Ever since I went to Panama in 2005 and came back with a string of hematite pearls, I knew this was a love that would last a lifetime. ;It kind of reminds me of Nico DiAngelo's Stygian Iron sword in the Heroes of Olympics stories.)

Stygian Iron

The fact that it's also coming back has put me on a mission to find as much as humanly possible. What's not to love? It's sexy, different and can be dressed up or down- like a LBD. I love this look so much, I'd love to have a set to wear for my wedding. (A black diamond would be nice too.)

I also will go as far to extend that to oxidized silver. My Pandora bracelet gives off this rustic charm as well. 

I was ecstatic to go into stores like Forever XXI and actually be able to find gunsilver jewelry. 

 

#RidiculousDeal: Black Friday Spoils

My Black Friday strategy was to buy staples in my wardrobe that I've been wanting for a while. 

Sephora

'Dealtopia' $10 Deals

I surveyed these on Pinterest long before the event so that I could plan out exactly what I was getting. I literally selected all the ones that I ended up buying. I also went crazy getting Kicks (for Shopkicks) before I went to pick this up so that I could use a gift card for nearly half the purchase. A $25 gift was a sweet gift for this purchase. 

The Tarte of Giving sampler. 

Includes: Pure Marajuca Oil, Smooth Operator Amazonian Clay (Translucent) Finishing Powder, Lights, Camera, Lashes mascara

Bite Lush Lip Trio

Includes: Lush Fruit Lip Gloss in Strawberry, Honey & Cocoa

Too Faced Amazing Eyes Set

Includes: Better Than Sex Mascara & Perfect Eyes Waterproof Eyeliner

Make Up For Ever Aqua Shadow Duo

Includes: (Waterproof) Aqua Shadow Pencil in 20E & 28E

Ole Henriksen Clean Sweep

Includes: African Red Tea Foaming Cleanser & Truth to Go Wipes. 

Guess

40% off everything in store. 

I bought this pair of Adriana pumps that I've been wanting practically forever. I specifically wanted the version of this shoe with the stacked heel- and got it! 

Adriana Pumps (-http://shop.guess.com/en/Catalog/View/women/shoes/pumps/adriena-platform-pumps/GWADRIENA )

Charlotte Russe 

BOGO one pair of shoes, $5 for the second.

I seriously wanted at least one pair of combat boots from my Black Friday experience but this special proved to be perfection. 

Quilted Combat Boots

(-http://m.charlotterusse.com/product/Shoes/Boots-Booties/entity/pc/2115/c/0/sc/2656/246131.uts?colorCode=301525479_001)

Buckled Combat Boots ($45 USD, Charlotte Russe)

*modded after photo. Removed gold shackle-looking hardware. Looked too much like slavery. )

http://m.charlotterusse.com/product/Shoes/Boots-Booties/entity/pc/2115/c/0/sc/2656/246178.uts?colorCode=301525716_001

Studded belt

http://m.charlotterusse.com/product/entity/239347.uts

H&M

Bracelet set silver

http://m.hm.com/us/product/17708?article=17708-A#mediaType=STILL_LIFE_FRONT

Bracelet set gold

Same as above, no picture 

Maroon Tank Top

Cross double chain necklace

Button down shirt

Sheer button down shirt. 

Bandage Miniskirt

http://m.hm.com/us/product/17645?article=17645-A

Tights- Cheetah

http://m.hm.com/us/product/17684?article=17684-A#mediaType=FASHION_FRONT

Tights- Lace

http://m.hm.com/us/product/16014?article=16014-A#mediaType=FASHION_FRONT

Urban Outfitters

Leggings with liquid leather stripes (bought Black, shown in Maroon) 

Leggings with perforated knees

Express

Sheer Portafino Button Down 

Express Rollerball

Rings & Things: Midi Rings

I have to admit that when they first appeared on the scene, I thought that midi rings were a stupid idea. I now eat my words. Besides the fact that Ive been getting really into rings lately, I just enjoy how sassy they are. I can't wait to stack them & combine them with real rings. Bonus: they double as pinky rings! (Gangster life with size 5 fingers)

Love Midi Ring

Pearl Midi Ring

Heart Midi Ring

Rings & Things: Charlotte Russe

As of late I've been getting really into rings. I've never liked them before due to the inconvenient nature of having to remove them whenever you wash your hands. Plus, I'm that one person that leaves free rings for all as I'm infamous for taking them off to soap and rinse- only to leave them behind.

Charlotte Russe finds. 

Since Charlotte Russe is realizing that the way to make money off anything is fair pricing, I wholeheartedly appreciated the luxury of 2 for 10$. I got lots of jewelry- mostly gold since I nearly never buy anything gold.

I got several that I, for obvious reasons, think they're awesome.

These rings were one size fits all so that naturally meant they will be thumb rings for the rest of their days.) 

One was a cross ring (though I usually despise rhinestones on costume jewelry- for the cheapening effect- I actually like the way they create the illusion of the cross.)

The other simply says "love" and given the tattoo I'm getting, love is truly on the brain more often than not.

I scored a three pack of midi rings 

I'll definitely be experimenting with these a lot.

LOVE Rings. 

They're super cute as a statement piece but I feel like I can't wear them with anything else on the arms because it would instantly become too ... busy

Rings & Things: Call It Spring

More rings! I really must stop before this becomes an addiction!

Call It Spring finds. 

The first venture into Call It Spring (which I discovered was started by Aldo as an attempt at a younger line for school aged kids) this afternoon brought me more goodies to add to my ring collection. 

The first thing that caught my eye were these talon rings. I'm usually not a fan of this ring type. Normally I despise these 'double' rings because if the limited finger mobility, etc. but in this instance, I feel that it was so necessary! They're also not too gaudy either so I can totally get away with wearing them to the office. 

And of course, my favorite, a cross ring. This is the second and hopefully last addition of a double ring to my collection but the way it sits is honestly so awesome that it had to come home with me.