so tell me

One of my goals for the beginning of 2013 is to grow and develop Dreams + Jeans into a better site than it is now. I have lots of ideas currently brewing, but I'd love to pick your brain about what you like, don't like, want to see more of, want to see less of, etc. 

I created a quick survey that I'd love for you to take if you have a few minutes! I promise it won't take more than 5 minutes of your time. And feel free to leave any comments here as well!

cuyana saddlebag

Last month I introduced Cuyana to you in hopes that you'd love the brand as much as I do. I love checking their site for new arrivals–all their products are classic pieces at great prices. I'm currently loving their handbag assortment, especially this leather saddlebag (I want it in all 3 colors!). It's the perfect bag to carry from day to night, dressed up or dressed down. 

DAY: Sunglasses / T-Shirt / Watch / Jeans / Flats
NIGHT: Necklace / Top / Skirt / Heels

Also, today only from 4-7PM EST, Cuyana is offering up two exclusive colors of their amazing Alpaca Scarf – white and brown. This scarf is seriously amazing - I wear mine with everything!

*I received the Saddlebag to review for this post, however this is not a sponsored post. I only post about items I truly love and support.

kevin appel

I'm loving all of these collage works by Kevin Appel. The combination of photography, geometric shapes and pops of color are so interesting to me and make me want to create some of my own!

interior envy: naja munthe

This home of Danish fashion designer, Naja Munthe, has been making the rounds, but I couldn't not post such a beautiful home. It's so chic and elegant in it's distilled color palette but also has such a warmth to it that so many black & white interiors are lacking. Absolutely stunning - one of my favorites.

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currently coveting no. 24

1. Loeffler Randall/Bird Tennis Shoes / 2. Rag & Bone Laurel Pullover / 3. Julia Kostreva 2013 Planner / 4. Acne Flex Jean / 5. J.Crew Everly Suede Pumps / 6. Essie Nail Polish / 7. Gap Leather Tote / 8. Blue & White Bowl

interior envy

How pretty is this living room? There is so much I love in it. The mix of different textures, the pillows on the couch, the gallery wall, that coffee table! I think I'll move right in. What's your favorite part?

currently coveting no. 23

Back to basics this week with classic black and white...

ONE a chic little snakeprint suede bag / TWO silky stripes / THREE pretty sparklers / FOUR my next big purchase will be this perfume / FIVE a wear-with-everything scarf / SIX just added this notebook to my monogram collection / SEVEN a pretty patterned blouse / EIGHT dreaming of these ankle boots

fibers

One of my favorite classes I took in college was weaving. I took it on a whim senior year to fulfill a requirement and ended up falling in love with the medium. Seeing these pieces by Brook & Lyn makes me want to get back into it so badly.

richard serra

While in LA, we spent an afternoon at LACMA and got to see a lot of interesting pieces. Among them was Richard Serra's Band. I've known of his work for years, but this was the first time I've seen one of his massive steel pieces in person and I was completely blown away by the size of it.

currently coveting no. 22

After spending a week in beautiful sunny LA weather, I'm itching to bring some brights into my life...

1. Thread-Wrapped Belt  2. Dandine Jumper 3. Gramercy Grand Watch 
4. Day in the Fun Print 5. Odile Espadrille Sneaker 
6. Leslie Pump 7. Coral Border Sham 8. Gold Foil Notebook

apartment life

Things are finally starting to come together in the new apartment (sorry–no photos yet!) and I wanted to give you guys a little update! First, the overall color palette for the apartment is very neutral–light + dark gray, black, gold and white, with a few instances of color. I'm drawing a lot of inspiration from these spaces:

(1 / 2 / 3 / 4) 

We have slowly been accumulating pieces & were lucky enough to get a few great things as gifts for Christmas and our couch should be arriving any day now. We've been couchless since we've moved in and I cannot wait to finally be able to come home and relax on a couch.

 ONE (similar) / TWO / THREE / FOUR / FIVE

And of course there are a few things we have our eye on–a grown-up silverware set, a few decorative pieces and a cozy throw. I'm also currently loving the idea of framing a unique piece of wallpaper.

ONE / TWO / THREE / FOUR / FIVE / SIX / SEVEN / EIGHT

2012 in review

2012, you've been good to me. 

This year has been a great year, both personally and on the blog. I'm excited for 2013 and what it has in store. Thank you all very very much for following along here - it means more than you know! Cheers to 2013! I hope you have a fun and safe New Year's, whatever your plans might be!

off to LA

 

...and we're off! I'm planning on taking full advantage of my time off next week, but don't worry I have posts scheduled for you and I'll be updating my instagram frequently so be sure to follow along!

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heading west

I'm heading out to LA on Saturday for New Years and am so looking forward to warmer weather and a more relaxed pace. Here's what's on my packing list...

ONE / TWO / THREE / FOUR / FIVE / SIX / SEVEN / EIGHT / NINE

happy holidays

Wishing you and yours a very happy and safe holiday season! I'll be taking the next few days off from blogging and enjoying some much needed R&R with family and friends. See you next week!

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photo by Bruno Barbey

holiday dressing

With the holidays only a few days away, holiday dressing is on my mind. Here are a few outfit ideas for whatever dress code your events may call for–whether it's a night on the town or lounging with family.

LEFT: Dress / Clutch / Earrings / Boots
RIGHT: Blouse / Earrings / Bracelet / Clutch / Coated Jeans / Heels

 LEFT: Sweater / Scarf / Jeans / Flats
RIGHT: Glasses / Sweater / Jeans / Flats 

interior envy

I fell in love with this space at first for it's serene color palette, but have since been coming back to stare at the furniture. I'm especially drawn to the sophisticated but lived-in couch and the desk with all its built-in spaces and unique details.

photos from Elle Decor UK / found via Caitlin

gift guide 2012 - blues

ONE / Kate Spade Studs / $48
TWO / J.Crew Cashmere Boyfriend Sweater / $248
THREE / Serena & Lily Herringbone Throw / $250
FOUR / Clare Vivier Flat Clutch / $142
FIVE / Timex Andros Watch / $150
SIX / Tory Burch Carey Scarf / $158 
SEVEN / Classic Stripes iPhone Case / $35
EIGHT / 3.1 Phillip Lim Messenger / $750 
NINE / J.Crew Vintage Chambray Pajamas / $78
TEN / FACE Stockholm Nail Polish / $10
ELEVEN / Madewell Denim Boyshirt / $88
TWELVE / High Street Market Pillow / $58

Looking for more gift ideas? Check out my Black + White, Orange + Pink, Neutrals, and Under $25 gift guides!

happy weekend

+ pretty botanical prints by Kari Herer via Sarah
+ contemplating this bag now that it's on sale (and monogramming it!)
+ tempted to DIY these speckled bowls or this polka-dot vase

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cuyana

Have you checked out Cuyana yet? I'm obsessed with their classic pieces and that they have a great story behind every piece. They generously sent me one of their Alpaca Infinity Scarves and I've barely taken it off since receiving it! It's incredibly soft and goes with everything in my closet - I already know I'll be wearing this for years.

I chose light gray, but I'm already coveting all of the other colors it comes in--and at $65 it makes an amazing Christmas gift!

Outfit One: J.Crew Duffle Coat, Cuyana Scarf c/o, Gap Tee (old), Rag & Bone Jeans, Everlane Tote, Madewell Boots
Outfit Two: J.Crew Coat (old), Madewell Denim Shirt, Gap Jeans (old), J.Crew Ballet Flats