Black Friday 2014

Many say Black Friday shopping isn't worth it, but after going shopping for the past 4 years on Black Friday it has become tradition. For those who don't know what Black Friday is, it is  the day after Thanksgiving in which stores have incredible sales, some stores have such great sales that people go cray and get a bit violent. Fortunately, Manhattan doesn't have malls like most states where stores get that crowded or crazy. Both Deena and I woke up at 4 o'clock in the morning to make it to Urban Outfitters by 5AM, after going to Urban we made our way to the Flatiron District, where stores like Bath and Body Works, Anthropologie, Sephora, Madewell, J. Crew, Joe Fresh, Banana Republic, Loft, Zara, C. Wonder, etc. were having Black Friday sales. All in all Black Friday 2014 was a success, I was hoping to get a few sweaters √ , a few holiday candles √, and a pair of booties √!

J.Crew

J. Crew was having 30% off the entire store and 40% all sale items. In addition to the 40% off sale, I used my student discount of 15% off. 

Solid Fair Isle Ankle Socks (Natural) and Chunky Marled Socks (Ash Ivory)

Originally these socks were $12.50 and with 30% off they were $8.75 each.

Lambswool Pointelle Sweater

Originally this sweater was $98 put on sale for $69.99, but with 40% off it came to $41.99, and using my student discount of 15% off the sweater came to $35.69! For an 100% wool sweater that is a pretty good deal!!

Madewell

Madewell was having 25% off your entire purchase, 20% off all jewelry, and 30% of all sale items. In addition to the 30% off sale, I used my student discount of 15% off. 

Raw Edge Tee (Hthr Parchment)

Originally this tee was $39.50 put on sale for $29.99 and then put on sale again for $14.99,  but with 30% off it came to $10.49, and using my student discount of 15% off the tee came to $8.91!

Urban Outfitters 

Urban Outfitters was having 50% off all sale items. 

Skinny-Sleeve Oversized Tee

Originally this top was $69 put on sale for $39.99, but with 50% off it came to $19.99. 

Sansa Tee

Originally this top was $44, but with 50% off it came to $22. 

Cozy V-Neck Sweater (Ivory)

Originally this sweater was $69 put on sale for $39.99, but with 50% off it came to $19.99!

Knit Racerback Fit + Flare Dress

Originally this dress was $44 put on sale for $19.99 and then put on sale again for $9.99, but with 50% off it came to $4.99! How could I pass up a $5 dress, that was not only cute but cheap?? 

Joe Fresh 

Joe Fresh was having 50% off all regular priced items. 

Thick Shaker Knit Sweater (Coral)

Originally this sweater was $39, with 50% off it was $19.50! 

Ponte Pant (Black)

Originally these pants were $49 put on sale for $12.94! Unfortunately, they weren't eligible for the 50% off, but besides that they were a pretty good deal!

C. Wonder 

C. Wonder was having 40% off everything! And when I went back on saturday 11/29, they had priced certain items down, making some items even cheaper with the 40% off. 

Feather Down Pillow Inserts (16x16)

Originally these pillow inserts were $12 put on sale for $7.99, but with 40% off they were $4.79 each! With these incredibly cheap pillow inserts I hope to DIY my own christmassy pillow cases!

Holiday Scented Votive Candle Set

Originally this candle set was $28 put on sale for $20, but with 40% off it came to $12. 

Cancer Zodiac Candle

 Originally this candle was $22 but with 40% off it was $13.20!

Sephora

Sephora was having their $10 deals. 

Origins: Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask, Modern Friction Nature's Gentle Dermabrasion, and Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask Tarte: Lip Surgence Lip Gloss (magic), Amazonian Clay 12-hour Blush (magic), and Lights, Camera, Lashes 4-in-1 Mascara.

Both sets were $10! Unfortunately, these sets were only available on Black Friday in store.

Bloomingdales

Bloomingdales was having a variety of sales, unfortunately I did not make it to the store, but they were have Brown Bag sales online.

DV Dolce Vita Chelsea Booties- Vancie

Originally these boots were $140 on sale for $98!

Fall Fashion Essentials

Fall is officially here and is probably the best if not second best season in the whole entire year. Not only do you get to start sipping warmer drinks, but the fall fashion is impeccable, i.e. the sweaters and the booties. Fall is the type of season where you don't have to dress incredibly warm but you don't have to dress incredibly cold, it's right there in the middle. As the colder days approach with winter being just a few months away, lets cherish the turning leaves and the slight fall breeze, and push aside the treacherous snow and incredibly huge puffy coats. Sweater Weather here we come.  

Sweater: J. Crew Denim Shirt: Topshop Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs Boots: Jeffrey Campbell

 

Chunky Knit Sweaters

From left to right: Brandy Melville, Urban Outfitters & J. Crew 

Chunky knit sweaters are a necessity throughout fall. As the weather gets a bit chillier, it's too hot for huge puffers and lined parkas and too cold for tank tops and tees, so by adding a sweater to your fall fashion, not only will you be in trend but you'll be all cozy and warm. 

Denim/Chambray Shirts

Topshop (Similar)

Denim and Chambray shirts are a great layering piece that you can wear under chunky sweaters or over a simple white top. Denim shirts can go in two different directions, casual and laid back with a pair of leggings or done up and on point with a cashmere sweater layered over and a pair of tall black boots. Denim shirts are also great if you're trying to stay warm because you can wear a tank or tee under and layer on a sweater on top with a leather jacket and you are instantly ten times warmer.

Darker Denim & Ripped Knees

From left to right: Urban Outfitters & Topshop

 Now that it's fall, it's time to transition to darker colours. Dark wash jeans are a must in the fall, they can transform any outfit from day to night and obviously summer to fall. You can either dress them down with an oversized cardigan or dress them up with white blouse and point toe heels. 

Vests

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Vests are a perfect transition piece for fall because you can still wear 3/4 sleeved shirts and still stay warm with the comfort of a vest. Vest's are also great for the chillier days because you can pair them with a thick sweater and still stay warm throughout the pre-winter chills. As much as I love this leather jacket type zip in the front, I prefer vest with the middle zip for a more causal look when un-zipped. 

Army Green Coloured Jackets

J. Crew

Military jackets are a very popular trend throughout the fall season, but if you're not so into full on vintage army jackets, you can take it down a notch with army green coloured jackets. You can wear thees olive coloured jackets with any outfits, whether you want to wear jeans or a simple LBD, these types of jackets are very versatile. With these types of jackets, since they aren't so heavy, it gives you the leniency to throw a vest on top to give a causal layered look. 

Gold Watches

Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Amy Mini'

A watch is key for the fall, everyone is back in school or back at work, which means time is always on our minds. Not only do we strive to be on time, but we want the best arm candy, and a simple gold watch is a perfect way to spruce up a fall outfit. If gold isn't your thing, there's still silver and rose gold, both give the same affect. 

Chunky Socks

All Urban Outfitters

This is self explanatory, but overly chunky socks are the perfect fall staple. Chunky socks not only give comfort but work with any type of boot, Ankle booties or thigh high boots.

Black Ankle Booties

Jeffrey Campbell

Black booties are a must this fall, from chelsea boots to cut-out booties, all are right on trend. Black booties give a sleek, put together look and can be paired with anything from jeans to a pair of tights and a skirt.

Tall Boots

Stuart Weitzman 'The Mezza Mezza'

Tall boots are another must-have shoe for the fall time, doesn't matter what colour you choose, black, brown or grey, pair them with either chunky socks or an all black legging. I prefer to wear these particular Mezza Mezza boots from Stuart Weitzman with black leggings and a chunky sweater, so it gives that my boots blend together with my leggings.  Last fall and winter, these were the only boots I wore because not only do they give a bit of height with the 1 3/4 inch heel, but they dress up any outfit, even if you're wearing a bagging t-shirt and yoga pants.