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A Great Start to 2014!

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 Okay, if today’s post is any
indication, 2014 is going to be awesome.  We’ve got lots going on today
on the blog, but I couldn’t wait until Monday for any of it!
I felt as if you all needed to know about the next 5 things to get your weekend started properly.
What can I say?  I’m a giver.
Some might say enabler.
I prefer giver.
It’s just more positive, don’t ya think?
😉

Here is what’s on the agenda for today:
1)  A SCARF ALERT
2)  Blardigan review
3)  MUST HAVE JEANS are back alert!
4)  It’s time to Get Pinspired.
5)  I have a FLASH SALE alert from my fav new shop!
6)  I’m sharing the #4 favorite from 2013.
Never mind.
The post was too long, so look for Favorites #4 and #3 on Wednesday!

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 #1
SCARF ALERT!  SCARF ALERT! SCARF ALERT!
We all know that the beloved fringe scarf sold out.  And we were all greatly saddened.  🙁
  I know that sounds dramatic, but it’s true. Ha!
  Well, GREAT NEWS.  It’s back!
Click HERE for our favorite scarf IN NEW COLORS!
The first version had a larger waffle weave, 
but I feel confident I’m going to love this one just as much! 
It’s so SO soft, and it styles itself!

 WooHoo!
Yipeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
If you missed out the first time, don’t let it happen again!
Click HERE for total scarf awesomeness.

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 #2
Blardigan Review
I’ve been getting a CRAZY amount of questions about the blardigan.  
I addressed most of them on facebook yesterday, but for those of you that aren’t on facebook, I thought you might want to see the answers.  If you’ve already read this, then just move along to #3!  🙂
1) It washes really well. REALLY well.
2) I wear it with jeans AND leggings.
 Yes, it totally covers my hiney when I’m wearing leggings.
3) I promise it doesn’t look like a robe. The fitted arms are what makes it look like it’s street clothes.
4) Lots of people think they are going to be too short or too tall for it.
 I have a friend at work that is 5’1″ that wears it and loves it. 
I
have a bloggy friend that is 5’9″ that wears it and loves it.
5) Yes, I wear it out of the house ALL OF THE TIME. But I wear it at home even more.
6) I understand it’s expensive, but I think it’s worth EVERY SINGLE
PENNY. 
 In fact, when I bought it I wondered if it was worth the price
tag, but now I’m SERIOUSLY considering ordering a 2nd one. Because yes,
it’s just that awesome.

Hope these answers help all of you
that are on the fence. As one reader said,
 “If you’re on the fence
about the blardigan, GET OFF OF IT!” 
Click HERE for the blardigan.  😉

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#3
The Clean Cuffed MUST HAVE jeans are back in stock!

I’m not sure how many there are, but lots of sizes appeared on the Nordstrom website again yesterday.
Get while the gettin’ is good!
Click HERE.
These are the jeans I wear the most out of all of my jeans. When I wear them I cuff them at the bottom (in a clean cuff, not a messy cuff like the picture).  They look AWESOME with flats, with wedges (both sandal wedges and bootie wedges), and with heels.
You’ll love ’em.  I promise.
AND YOU CAN’T BEAT $34.80.
For size reference, I’m a size 4 and I wear a 28 in these. 
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#4
It’s Time to Get Pin-Spired 
It’s January 3rd?
Wait.
HOLD. UP.
What’s my name?
Where am I?
What year is it?
HOW IN THE WORLD IS IT JANUARY 3rd?!?
More importantly,
HOW IN THE HECK IS IT 2014?

Well,whatever day it is, it’s time for us to “GET PIN-SPIRED”!
As always, I am partnering up with Shay at Mix and Match Family and Mel at The Larson Lingo and hoping that all of you will join in the fun! 

You can grab the code on my sidebar!
So today I was PINPIRED by black, brown, and grey.

You know I’ve talked about black, brown AND GREY together before…
Well, I saw this picture on Pinterest and decided this was THE EASIEST WAY to mix the colors.

Black Dress + Grey Leggings + Brown Boots = TOTAL AWESOMENESS

Here’s my inspiration. 
via

So, I took all 3 main pieces, and I put together the same outfit.
Why?
Everybody say it with me….
Because Pinterest Told Me To!
Easy Peasy.

Black tunic HERE 
There is also a plain grey and a black and grey wide stripe that would be perfect.
(For size reference, I’m wearing a small.)

Cora Earrings HERE
Grey MUST HAVE leggings HERE
Miz Mooz cognac wedge boots HERE

When I wore it to church on Christmas Eve, I actually ended up styling it with THIS scarf.

The
lighting in my bathroom isn’t the best for showing off the differences
between the black and the grey, but there is a significant difference
which gives a nice contrast.

I looked back through my previous posts, and I found several other black, brown, and grey looks.
(This exact tunic is sold out.  But THIS one is the same maker with big bold black and grey stripes.)

I also really like THIS one (again, same tunic…just different colors).
I’m telling you, you need at least one of these tunics!  I would love this with grey or black leggings and brown boots!

I love all of the below black and grey looks, and I’m really liking the middle look with the pop of yellow!

Click HERE for the grey and yellow tunic.  40% off and only 2 sizes left.

Other two pieces sold out before the post went live.  Sorry!

But don’t worry, I found some other fantastic options!

Click HERE for another long tunic choice.
  I love how this one has a cowl neck.

 THIS is new and you now how I love a stripe.
It comes in black, grey, and coral.

I found some great Anthropologie options too!
This one is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE.  Click HERE for the swing dress.  Love the elbow patches.
I know you are DYING Andrea McAnally.
I was afraid it might look too maternity, but the reviews are fantastic and
totally put my mind at ease about the whole maternity thing.
I can’t see myself wearing it with flats, but I think it would look AMAZING with leggings and boots!
The below grey is a tiny chevron print, but there is also a black option that is a bolder stripe. 
Almost all sizes are on back order, but some reviewers say that theirs shipped out before the expected date.

Here is one review on the above dress.
I just knew this dress was gonna push me
into the maternity ward but not so! I could wear this comfy dress
everyday and yet its freaking adorable. Definitely not an item that will
make it to the sale rack at this price.
Excellent Fit & length
Runs TTS:
Fits well under cardigans and winter coats.

Here is another:
BUY IT. Buy it in both colors. I ordered
the black online, thanks to all these rave review and decided to order
the gray the minute I tried it on. This dress is absolutely adorable.
Although in the picture it could look like one of the all too famous
maternity-type dresses, it is certainly not. I am a size 10 in pants and
dresses and a medium in tops, and went with the medium. Elbow sleeves
are adorable. My sister has already tried to wear it!

And here are 3 more options from Anthro:
click HERE for the striped short sleeve tunic with pockets (LOVE the pockets)
click HERE for the black tunic dress
click HERE for the inkstick tunic with pleated ruffle (my goodness I love the ruffle)

And for one more option, I found this dress on the Goodnight Macaroon site.
It would be a super easy way to wear the color combo.
Grey dress, black leggings, brown boots OR Black dress, grey leggings, brown boots.
Click HERE for the turtleneck sweater dress in black or grey.
(Conner, this dress is MADE for you!)

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#5
It’s a FLASH SALE at GOODNIGHT MACAROON!


I knew you girls would want to know about this FLASH SALE
because it includes several of my favorite items from their site.  When
I featured one of their peplum coats last week on facebook, it went off
of FLASH sale within just a couple of hours.  So, just a heads up that
you might not want to wait!
Also, Goodnight Macaroon is boutique sizing, so you will most likely order at least 1 size up in items.
Check their sizing guide to know for sure.
I have 2 shirts that are mediums and they are perfect on me.

Here are my favorites that are on sale:
turtleneck layered sweater HERE
 black fur vest HERE
(This is on it’s way to me, so you are going to be seeing it on the blog very soon!  I’ve already been pinning inspiration!)

 blue and grey layered sweater HERE
Love love love this!

 grey or black collar layered cardigan HERE

And they have 2 different amazing coats on FLASH sale too!
black or coral boyfriend coat HERE
cream shearling moto jacket HERE

Are you guys in love with Goodnight Macaroon as much as I am?!?
Cause I’m in love.
Head over heels.
In love.

Okay, that’s it for today girls!
I have some homework for you:
1)  Link up right now for Pin-spired!
2)  Put up some pics of yourself on instagram wearing  your Pinterest Told Me To finds and make sure you hashtag
#ptmt.

3)  Have an AMAZING weekend!
xoxo,
Sheaffer 🙂



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Comments

  1. Samantha says

    You look so cute in the black tunic and cognac boots, love it! I had never heard of Goodnight Macaroon before you started posting about it. I may just have to order something with the sale!!

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  2. Mix and Match Mama says

    That first Pin-spired look was amazing! I loved your version even more than the original. And the fringe scarf…the red and grey have been ordered and are on the way to my house! Yay!

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  3. Laura says

    My blardigan arrived yesterday and I can vouch that it definitely does not look like a robe 🙂 I would even wear it with skinny cords and boots. It's very versitile and definitely worth a splurge!

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  6. Jen Pogue says

    I'm SO happy that Get Pin-Spired is back! And, your look is awesome…it's both classic and on trend at the same time! By the way, I finally bought the Tom's wedge bootie {again!} and I LOVE them! LOVE! I'll keep them this time, promise! 😉

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  9. Liz/happymommy says

    I think it's so funny that you posted about the fringe scarf yesterday on fb and all the gray ones are already sold out…..people sure listen to you…I know I did this time and the gray one is on it's way to my house, yay!!! Love your pin-spired look….super cute!
    Happy Weekend!!

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  10. {Hi Sugarplum!} says

    You know I got the bootcut version of the Vigoss, with the flap pocket…I've yet to have them hemmed! Maybe I should just exchange them for the skinny ones you like. Sounds like you had to size up for them, yes?

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  13. V @ X-tremely V says

    I love everything you featured today! I actually ordered the striped tunic and the gray cowl neck tunic the other day! Can't wait for them to arrive 🙂

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  14. Beve says

    So bummed! I know you always talk about free shipping from Nordstroms……but I wanted to try it on before I bought it! I have been wanting the blue with black bottom Caslon tunic since I saw it on your blog. We don't have a Nordstrom's here in ALabama and I knew I would be near one during Christmas in San Diego. I found it in the store and loved it, but didn't want to add anything else to my suitcase. When I tried to order it after we got back, it's out of stock in my size!!!!!! So disappointed that I am now on a wait list and may not get it. Word to the wise, when you see something that you want that you have on your Must Haves, ORDER it!

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  15. Anonymous says

    Sold out of gray and red already!! I gifted the original one but didn't get one for myself and I'm dying for one!!!

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  16. Tiffany {A Touch of Grace} says

    There are so many things I have to say about this post!!! #1, the fringe scarf looks like it's sold out in red and grey. I only see white and black left 🙁
    #2 Your first pin-spired outfit is adorable. Love that tunic! I got it in grey for my mom for Christmas and she loves it! #3, the blardigan is the greatest piece of clothing every made by man. I love mine! And I think I may get it in cocoa as well. You can't have too many blardigans in your closet (can I get an amen?!)
    #4, the grey collar draped cardigan at goodnight macaroon is perfection. I can already picture myself in it. And finally #5, my heart did a little flutter when I saw that shearling moto jacket. OMG I need it on my body right now!

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  18. Kelly says

    Love your pin-spired look, Sheaffer! Just curious…with the new Bachelor starting this Monday, are you going to do re-caps again? They are my favorite and I'm sure there will be a ton of drama with Juan Pablo! Keep up the great work and have a fabulous weekend!!

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  19. Andrea says

    My Vigoss clean cuffed jeans came in the mail today. I was a little concerned about the size since I didn't size up so I tried them on immediately. They are amazing! When I showed them to my teenage daughter, she said "this is just like the 30 Rock episode where Liz Lemon gets those hot jeans that make her butt look so good!" Sold!!!!!!

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  20. SarahN says

    My Vigoss jeans came in the mail today too! They are A.Ma.Zing! I'm mad it took me this long to get them but I'm so happy I finally did! Also – black-grey-brown is my absolute favorite color combo. Loved your outfits today!

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  21. Jenna Watley says

    I really love that fringe scarf! I'm seriously debating it, but saw they are sold out of the red already! Thanks for the great "pin-spiration" and for hosting such a fun link-up! 🙂

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  23. Anonymous says

    Just wondering, do you have the Nordstrom credit card or the debit card? If you have the debit card, do you need a pin number? I plan to sign up for a card but am on the fence whether I should do credit or debit… Any thoughts?

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    • Sheaffer says

      Hi there! I have the Nordstrom Visa, which means I can use it anywhere. LOVE the convenience of having 1 card. I got rid of my other credit card when I opened this one. Hope this helps!
      xoxo,
      Sheaffer 🙂

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  24. Anonymous says

    So I have FINALLY talked myself into buying a blardigan! I know, I know – what has taken me so long?! I really like the gray ombre one that you have, but am tempted to buy a solid color because I'm clueless as to what to pair the ombre one with! Can you wear it with more than just solid colored tops?! HELP! I can't wait to experience the blardigan!!

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  25. PurseONality says

    Hi Shaeffer! I love following your blog! You have such great ideas, tips and advice!
    Your outfit and accessory advice is so helpful I was wondering if you have any advice for choosing a handbag? I am looking for a perfect everyday bag.

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  26. Kelly says

    This is my first Pin-Spired link up! Thanks for always giving inspiration! I have bought a few of your must haves and love them! especially Hue leggings and fringe scarf! Thinking about Blardigan… there is a similar sweater at Anthro that I have debated getting instead…. decisions!

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  27. Crystal D says

    Hi Sheaffer! I've been reading your blog for months and love it. I appreciate the common-sense fashion tips. (Sometimes magazines and runway fashion is a little to out-there for a normal person!) I work full time, but live much farther north than Texas. My request… can you give advice on work attire that doesn't expose tons of skin/ ankles. I love booties and flats, but my poor feet and legs freeze in them. Would you wear boots every day? On days that it is cold, I struggle to find wardrobe that is trendy and warm.
    Thanks!
    Crystal

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  28. Tricia says

    Broke down and bought the blardigan today. Went to Nordies to try it on as I'm only 5'1" on a tall day. It is perfect and I love it!!! I got the amethyst color and it's so pretty and goes perfectly with the fringe scarf in dusty pink. I'm so smitten, I already want another color 🙂

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  30. mel @ the larson lingo says

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE gray, black & brown. I have been wearing so much of that combo this Fall/Winter!
    Hooray for 2014!

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  31. Ginny says

    Add me to the list of Blardigan fans. Mine just arrived today, and it is by far the most comfortable, soft and warm cardigan I have ever owned. I'm 5'4, and and very short waisted…the s/m fits perfectly.
    Also, I too love black/grey/brown combos. I've been doing this for a long time, and I'm happy to see more people like that combination!

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  32. lilyv says

    Ok – so my cocoa blardigan came today – I opened the package and pulled it out and it was freezing cold from being on the UPS truck. I didn't care, I put it on and immediately understood why all the love. It is the most comfortable piece of clothing I have ever put on. It's totally worth the $90 and I am now firmly a member of the blardigan club!

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  33. April Cenora says

    I want to be a part of the blardigan club to badly! I think I need to see it in person to be sold. I love all of the outfits that you put together and have purchased multiple pairs of the HUE leggings and the waffle scarf. I even gifted a pair of leggings and she loves them!

    Reply

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