Month: September 2012

Stella & Dot Giveaway!

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I am so excited to do this Stella & Dot giveaway.  Their jewelry is simply stunning and one of my lucky readers will get a chance to win this beautiful Sierra Bib necklace c/o Independent Stylist Michelle Bradford! The value is $148 so this is an awesome giveaway ladies!!

It is so easy to enter- just do the 3 steps below to enter.

1. Like Candy Stilettos on Facebook

2. Like Stella & Dot Independent Stylist Michelle Bradford on Facebook

3. Follow @candystiletto on Twitter

*  For additional entries: tweet to @candystiletto on twitter #CSgiveaway

* As a bonus, if you post their favorite piece on my Independent Stylist Michelle Bradford’s Facebook as well as your own personal FB page, you will get 15% off that piece through October

Grand Prize- Sierra necklace (below)

{I paired the Sierra bib necklace with a mint blazer}

BLO- West Hartford

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The chic environment of this magical little place in Blue Back Square, West Hartford is feminine and modern.  This little gem is called BLO Blow Dry Bar and the concept is simple yet genius.  No cuts, no color, just a fabulous BLO.  There are several different styles to choose from and so far I had the pleasure of getting the Red Carpet and the Boho Braid.  I would love to try the Executive Sweet and the daring Sex, Hugs and Rock & Roll.

I had the honor of meeting BLO West Hartford owner, the lovely Stacy Cohen, at the VAZ event last week and was thrilled to go in for personalized styling before a night out last Saturday.  BLO is the perfect place to go before a date night, girl’s night, bridal shower, wedding, and pretty much any day you want a little extra “umph”.  The beauty is that it’s so quick and as BLO says, you are not cheating on your hair dresser!

{my Red Carpet BLO}                                                                                                                    {Liz’s Holly Would BLO}

Casual Chic

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Fall is my favorite season to spend time outside.  The crisp air, blue skies, and refreshing wind is such a high after a fun, eventful, hot summer.  Since my puppy, Zoey, turned 1 this month, I wanted to do a fun fashion shoot with her at our new home.  She has been such a beautiful addition to our family.  She is a rescue from a kill shelter so I know she is happy as well! 🙂

The sweater I am wearing is actually Old Navy but looked very similar to a J. Crew’s Heart Me sweater.  I was excited because the Old Navy one only costs $20!

{Old Navy sweater| J. Crew 3 in. Chino shorts| Burberry sunglasses| Fiola booties}

Navy & White Decor

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Having a great space is important to overall ambiance but sometime it is how you use the space that really puts a look together.  Whether you live in a dorm, 1-bedroom apartment, or a large home, your furniture layout, decor, and colors make all the difference.  Since my husband and I recently bought a home, it has been really fun to get our own styles.  It was very fascinating to see the rooms “before” we lived in the home and the “after” we made it our own.  We did not do much to the space besides paint the mantel- we even left the same color walls.  It really goes to show you how different a space can look with decor.  The room is almost done.- just need curtains… any suggestions?

After

{Chaise Lounge: Joss&Main| Sectional: Ashley Furniture| Coffee & end tables: Ikea| Decorative Pillows: Target| Navy vase & table server: Home Goods| Ethan Chair: Bob’s Furniture| Navy Trellis Rug: Rugs USA}