Shades of Grey - Cyber Monday

I hope everyone had a great Holiday weekend. Did anyone else eat too much?

Well, it's Cyber Monday and I couldn't let the day go by without sharing some savings. I've linked all items in this outfit below and most sites have free shipping today and/or special discounts for the day. The best deal I found was on this Nissa Necklace. Normally $118, they are offering 70% off with discount code LASTCHANCE, which brings the total down to $35.40 (plus free shipping) ... SCORE!! 

TARGET - Save 15% off at checkout for Cyber Monday

FREE PEOPLE has FREE SHIPPING on ALL orders toady, plus an extra 25% off all sale items

Happy Shopping :)

As always, thank you for stopping by! - Crystal Marie

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Boots || Tunic || Necklace || Steve Madden Bag, Similar || Hat 

Free People Sunnies || Madewell Cuff, Similar & Similar 

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Ivory Cardi Sweater & OTK Boots

The temp dropped to 59 degrees for us in Vegas today. Not bad for most of the country, but we're cold (seriously). So bring on the sweaters!!!

This super soft, cozy sweater was on my outfit list for the first "cold" day, and I'm so glad I wore it because it kept me just warm enough. I've linked a couple similar sweaters here and here. I paired this heavy sweater with a flowy Free People lace tank that I love wearing because not only does it have beautiful polka-dot and lace detail, but it's very light so I don't get over heated with whatever I'm wearing over it. And, it's long enough for me to wear leggings with (score). You might remember I talking about this pretty tank here also. Shop my entire outfit below. 

Thanks for stopping by! - Crystal Marie

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Sweater, Similar & Similar || Tank || Boots, Similar || Bag

Leggings || Necklace || Lipstick (Color:Adored)

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Bell-Sleeve Dress

DRESS: I'm a big believer of wearing white after Labor Day. Don't stop wearing white, embrace it. . . I think this Forever 21 bell-sleeve dress is perfect for a Fall/Winter outfit paired with grey OTK boots, and great for layering under your favorite coat. This particular bell sleeve dress is sold out, but I've linked some almost identical dresses here and here. 

 

BOOTS: I'm finally breaking out some winter boots (yay)! Even though it's 74 degrees in Las Vegas today and I'm a little warm, I couldn't wait any longer to break out my new pair of Charles David OTK boots. I've been dreaming of this style, color and brand of boots for what feels like forever, but couldn't allow myself to spend several hundred dollars. So, I've had my peeled for similar styles, and was thrilled when I spotted this pair by Charles David (which is the closest to the real deal I could find). BTW, these have a draw-string tie in the back, so they are very versatile for people who may want them tighter because they have tiny legs or loser if you have bigger legs. They also stretch. So, if you want to wear them tight with leggings and loose with jeans, you're good to go!

 

ACCESSORIES: This black wool H&M hat is my latest go-to hat and is ON SALE right now :) I've also recently ditched my purses and have been carrying around chic backpacks. The bag pictured is from Target, and I've linked similar styles that will save you a few bucks here and here. My bright pink lipstick is YSL. 

 

As always, thanks for stopping by. Have a great rest of your week! 

xo, Crystal Marie

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Forever 21 Dress s/o, Similar (Save) & Similar (Splurge) 

CD Boots, Similar (Save) & Similar (Splurge)        

Backpack, Similar (Save) & Similar (Save)

Hat, Similar

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Fun Fall Little Black Dress

I'm so thrilled Fall has finally arrived in Vegas, so I can start wearing cute dresses with tights and booties. Today I want to share this Floral Mini A Line Dress with you. I just added it to my closet and have been rocking it with black tights and black booties. To dress it up even more, I will be wearing it with a double wrap black leather belt and black leather over the knee boots. This dress is made of polyester but feels like a thin cotton. I plan on keeping this around for summer to wear with some black wedges. 

Enjoy the rest of your week! Thanks for stopping by! 

-Crystal Marie

This post was created in collaboration with Rose Gal. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Boots || Floral Mini A Line Dress || Hat, Similar || Bag

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The Perfect Winter Maxi Dress

This long sleeve maxi from Rose Gal is perfect for Winter, and I plan on wearing it to a Holiday party or two or three. 

Let me start by saying, I love the long sleeves on this maxi dress.  It's hard to wear a pretty dress in the Winter, and not have to slap on a heavy coat over it, defeating the purpose of wearing your beautiful dress. The long sleeves will help keep that coat away a little longer and show off the sexy back that make the dress feel so fancy. I like that this dress' skirt is maxi length too, so I can still bundle up with my favorite pair of booties. Oh, and let me mention the material is super soft and stretchy making it that much more comfortable. 

This dress is tested and approved. I ran errands in this dress with some platform sandals and minimal accessories (it's not quite Winter in Vegas yet). The material makes it insanely comfortable with a casual feel, but the back makes it feel like a gown to me. 

When I wear this to a Holiday party, I plan on dressing it up with a belt, matching bag and a statement necklace or sparkly drop earrings. If you think you like the style but aren't sure of the grey and white combo I'm wearing, this dress comes in 8 different colors (and 4 sizes). 

As always, thanks for stopping by!

 xo, Crystal Marie

This post was created in collaboration with Rose Gal. All thoughts and opinions are my own. 

Rose Gal Long Sleeve Maxi Draped Open Back Dress

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Backpack Purses

I wanted to pick up a backpack purse for my trip to Seattle, and of course found so many in stores that I couldn't decide on just one. I recently picked up two (both under $30) and the picture doesn't even do them justice. They are gorgeous. I decided to take this chic black backpack with gold zipper details on my trip to Seattle and couldn't be happier. I love backpack purses because even though it's a "backpack," (which hasn't always been the biggest fashion statement), you can find designs that match your style (like a purse), and have your hands free to shop, or grab a Starbucks (or cocktail) in the airport and still have plenty of room for all of your essentials. In this $29 black backpack, I had room for my iPad, a book, wallet, headphones, cell phone, small make-up bag and keys with a little more room to spare. I bought this to travel with, but now find myself taking it to work with me as my purse. 

I plan on using this pretty Madison West metallic grey backpack in the near future. It's so  beautiful pretty I'm afraid to set it down and get anything on it. I can't believe it was only $29.00. I picked this up at Marshalls. SCORE!

I'm very happy with these two purchases, and am thrilled I could grab two trendy accessories for under $30 each. 

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Grey Madison West Backpack (Marshalls) || Black Target Backpack

A COUPLE ON MY WISHLIST

Michael Kors Backpack || Christian Siriano for Payless

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My Favorite Pleated Skirts of the Season

I love the pleated skirt trend, and plan on rocking these all Winter with chunky heel booties (once it gets cold enough here in Vegas). The midi length is my favorite because it can be worn so many ways for all types of occasions. Below I've picked out my favorite pleated midi skirts for the season. 

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ASOS Skirt, Sold Out (this skirt is almost identical style, but for a much steeper price tag) Similar + Similar + Similar || Heels || Sunnies || Tank || Jacket

SOME OF MY FAVORITE PLEATED SKIRTS OF THE SEASON

LEATHER NY&C PLEATED MIDI

Leather is of course a staple for Winter, so you can't go wrong with a pleated leather midi and some gorgeous booties to stay on trend. 

JERSEY TOPSHOP PLEATED MIDI

Even the lightest fabrics (like Jersey) can be layered with a chunky cardigan and OTK boots to keep you nice and warm. Living in the desert, we're not used to the Winter you east coast fashionistas are, so having light fabrics like this are great for layering in Fall and Winter and wearing solo in Spring and Summer.

TOPSHOP VELOUR PLEATED MIDI

In the past, I haven't been a huge supporter of wearing velour and velvet . Turns out, Winter 2016 clothing lines are full of both and I'm shocked to say, I couldn't be more impressed. Today there are pumps and skirts and jackets in every color of velour and velvet you can think of. . . This pink velour midi skirt for example is gorgeous. I may start with purchasing some velvet booties, baby steps (haha).

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