Terrific Tuesday: A Dillards Experience

So every January 1st, since I became interested in fashion, clothes, and things like that, my mom and dad take me to the New Years Sale at Dillards. All reduced merchandise goes for an extra 50% off...so that only means that the deals are phenomenal. It's kind of like my Christmas present. So a couple of days before, my mom and I went to scope out what we wanted. Shoes are always tricky because you never know which ones will go on sale. What boots will be reduced, are those heels going to be 50% off? So many questions, and it doesn't help that they set the various sizes on tables in the middle of the perfume and cosmetics area. So we avoid the shoes on our scope out. We go and look at the clothes and the watches...and the purses. You know that all the purses will be on sale because designers want to get their new collections out there. So we scoped and I decided on a new glitzy Michael Kors watch (because the simple Fossil one that I want won't be on sale until the  middle or very end of the year) and a cable knit cardigan. I then secretly hoped that the oxford heels that I wanted would be on sale. Well the day came. My mom and I woke early this morning and made our way to the trusty ol' department store. Let me tell you, it was like Black Friday....it was like Walmart at Black Friday. Even worse right? I went directly to the watch and my mom went for a pair of boots that she had her eye on...that happened to be on sale. Really the shoe section is chaotic...I saw some people weep over shoes not on sale. I saw a woman grab 10 boxes of boots and throw her body over them. Then I saw a whole load of ladies hoarding boxes of perfume like their lives depended on them. Who needs 10 bottles of Ed Hardy perfume that smells really cheap after 15 minutes? This was all happening while I was trying to SQUEEZE my way to the watches...my heart pounding that my watch that I have checked for every time I've been there, would be taken by these ruthless women.

Well I did make it and I feel like I made a grand leap for the watch. I actually grabbed three. I found a simple gold fossil watch and I held on for dear life. To make things a little less stressful, my dear friend Kadee just so happened to be looking at the watches. After some interesting hugs ( we were being knocked around by the ravenous crowd). I handed her one of the watches...like I was asking her to protect it or something...I don't really know what I was doing. My mind was so fuzzy...it was chaos. She actually bought it for a mission watch and I take a little pride. It will look great on her Sister Missionary wrist. Anyway, so I got my watch. I held on to it while I headed to the shoes, because it turned out that the shoes that I had been wanting were actually on sale. A mighty fine sale indeed. I completely forgot about my precious cardigan. It was sold out when I got there. And I remembered that I had wanted a wallet...those were gone too. People had  3 purses on each arm...and they would have been holding them in their mouths if there wasn't a 6 purse purchase limit. So I bagged the shoes, the watch, and a bra. A bright pink one and I was content. Really I didn't need a flimsy striped t-shirt or a mustard cable knit cardigan. I didn't need a pizza maker either...which I was really tempted to snag...now I secretly wish I would have. I only needed chocolates. Salted caramel chocolates and we got some. I didn't need 10 bottles of perfume either. I even passed up a Cinnamon Sugar Donut candle from Bath and Body Works because I was so worn out. I would say the shopping trip was successful though. And if you wanted to see what I got....look below.

Dani's New Years Picks 

Prices are after the 50% was taken off.

The Ultimate T-Shirt Bra // Dillards // $10 // Hot Pink

Michael Kors Oversized Madison Chronograph Glitz Watch // Dillards // $82.50 // White Horn

Ecco Sculptured 65 Lace-up Booties // Dillards // $50.00 // Amber

Born Lisandra Leather Oxfords // Dillards // $30.00 // Taupe

It was very entertaining to see everybody and their dog pounce over shoes, parfums, purses, and material things. It's almost sad really. Thank you mom for teaching me not to hoard boxes of shoes and hiss at everyone who tries to pry them from my hands. 

P.S. I was guarding shoes for a really sweet girl meaning, I was just standing by her boxes because she wanted to find another size of a pair. Some girls my age came snooping and I told them they were for someone else. They then decided to snarl at me for not standing close enough and also inquiring nastily why no one was holding them. I simply told them in the sassiest way possible, "Be nice." Seriously though. Grow up. It's not like these are the last pair of shoes you will ever own.

If this post seems a bit rambly and messy...it's because I'm exhausted. hopefully you can forgive. Have a nice night. Happy new year. Stay gold.

Update: Life Lately in Instagrams

*I apologize for the formatting and placement of the pictures.* 
Get ready for a whole lot of Instagrams, Dani's Life Style.

I thought I would provide a little update, since I haven't posted many photos in awhile. Enjoy!



 




1. After a bloody nose, jean stains, a trip to 5 European countries, and a festival of colors, it was time to get a new bag. So I got the Fossil satchel shown above, only in mustard yellow, because it seems that I can't resist anything mustard yellow. Did I mention it's leather? Yeah, I felt fancy. I upgraded from canvas my whole existence to leather. Let's have a round of applause for Dani making grown up decisions.

2. Speaking of becoming a grown up, I can make my own clothes now. Well sort of. I can make oxblood colored pleated skirts...and I can get A's on them. I conquered sewing since the last time I uploaded pictures. Please don't ask me to make you one. It really will cause me a lot of anxiety.

3. I saw a guy giving an intense back massage. I really wanted to ask him to stop because it seriously go uncomfortable, and frankly I was trying to feel the spirit. And he was getting a little TOO intimate.

4. I went to Temple Square with the most beautiful girls I know. What a beautiful way to kick off the Christmas season.

5 and 6. And while we were there, I dreamed of owning everything in the Anthropologie window, and I treated myself to the best red velvet cheesecake on the planet. Thank you City Creek and thank you Cheesecake Factory.

7. I had plenty of study parties.

8. And I ate some more, with more beautiful people. Great food and great company make for a great time. The creamery has the best chicken strips and cracked pepper fries. Oh and let's not forget their German Chocolate Crunch and Peanut Butter Trails ice cream. Oh man, I would drive an hour and a half to get some right now.

9. So then...I got some pizza, but it wasn't just any old pizza. It was the best pizza on the planet people. The best. Okay so I am pretty sure there is better pizza in this world, but SLAB pizza takes the cake on a Rosemary Potato Bacon Pizza, and a Thai Chicken Pizza. The pieces are huge and you can split them with a friend or awesome sibling. I chose the sibling.

10. Finals week came and I spent a lot of my time in the library. I studied like there was no tomorrow. There is a certain hunger that you have for home and mine was insatiable. (Look at me using big words...what a college student.)

11. A letter from my Valley Boy missionary came, and I was the happiest girl that day. Some days I miss Jarett more than anything but I know he is serving the Lord and that is where I want him to be. Oh Elder Iverson, you are the greatest.

12. Then I finally got home. I finished my exams and my first night home I went and looked at lights with my Daddy-O.

13. I also came home to the most festive and Christmasey house. It was like my mom became Buddy the Elf when she was decorating.

14. Well it is considerably colder up north, and my fall jacket wasn't doing it's job. So I went coat shopping. I haven't found the one yet. But the two in the picture are definitely on my list. I guess I'll let Santa choose.

15. My milkshakes!

16. I found the outfit of my future husband...on a mannequin...and I really wished it was real.

17. I almost got a really great chambray shirt. It's a shame when things don't fit right and aren't flattering. Tsk. Tsk.

So that's my life lately. Thanks for caring. See you tomorrow. Stay gold.

Wishlist Wednesday: Black Friday Picks

Sorry this is late. I had a wonderful evening which will be spoken of later. While Black Friday Shopping, I only picked up one thing that I really needed, but while I was shopping I picked some things that might help you with your gift shopping this year...and it so happens to be my Christmas Wishlist...the not so grown up kind.

1. AE Heritage Fleece Hoodie

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I tried this on during Black Friday and it is probably the softest and most comfortable hoodie I have ever worn. Unfortunately, it wasn't on the best sale possible so I didn't get it. Seriously though, it has a sweater hood and the warmest fleece inside. If you are in the market for a new hoodie, add this to your Christmas list.

2.  Oxblood Coated Jeggings

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 I have this obsession for the oxblood trend right now. I didn't intend to go in, try these on, and fall in love, but I did. I tried them on with the hoodie and it was a match made in heaven. I love it when outfits come together like that. For being coated jeggings, they are incredibly comfortable, and they are a pretty normal color if you compare it to the neon jean trend. You could wear these for ages. Well not really..but you know what I mean.

3.  Karinska Tulle Skirt

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The most perfect and beautiful tulle skirt I have seen in stores. It truly is lovely. Wear it on New Year's. Wear it on Valentine's Day. Or wear it just for fun.

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This dress has "Dani" written all over it. Especially the way they styled it in the second picture. I wouldn't mind this dress in Snapdragon either. Isn't Kate Spade delightful?

5. These Coats, 1, 2, and 3.

I am in love with the leather sleeve trend, so naturally, I found an affordable anorak for those wanting to spend a little more on a coat.

The second coat looks much better in navy blue. Taylor Swift inspired...don't you think? 

I tried on the third coat in a camel color and it was very beautiful. The hardware really makes this coat. 

6.  Heather Leather Watch in Sand from Fossil

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A simple, yet stylish watch for those that want something special on their wrist this holiday season. Also, the price is way better than a $250 Michael Kors...sigh. Still wishin' for this one. 

What did you find on Black Friday? Did you buy anything, or was it just a look and see kind of trip? What's on your not so grown up Christmas List this year?

Wishlist Wednesday: The Usual

Why are so many people surprised about the rain and snow? This is Utah...you should expect Utah weather. I like to think of it as a blessing. A blessing from Mother Nature, God, whatever you believe. We should be happy for seasons and glory in them, because there is a season for everything.

Well, I have another wishlist for you. It's pretty eclectic and it's nothing really new, but hey, that's okay. Enjoy.

Dark Denim Shirts

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My poor light washed chambray shirt is taking a beating...I wear it way too much, plus I want something darker for fall and winter. Pair it with a sweater and you're great.

A Sequin and Owl Sweater Please!

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 How about this whole outfit?

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I can instagram a better photo of this sweater. This picture does not do it justice. It's the most beautiful sweater ever made...okay that's an exaggeration, but it is pretty darn beautiful.

A Varsity Jacket

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 I am obsessed with this right now. Obsessed I tell you.

I will also have this whole outfit.

Something about the sporty look intrigues me. 

Shimmery Shoes

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TOMS Gray Wool Desert Wedges 

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I am still rooting to get these. Rooting so hard. Nordstrom, get these asap. 

This Watch

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I will wish for you forever.

A Leather Cross-body Satchel 

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Any color would be nice. Seriously though, I need a new bag.

What is on your wishlist this week? This month? Stay warm. Stay golden. Have a wishful Wednesday!