OOTD, A Blogging Good Time & Gift Guide, Phew!

On Wednesday, I had the opportunity to attend a fabulous evening at Bloomingdale's for a Bloggers Night Out event. There was bubbly flowing, yummy little cupcakes, hors d' oeuvres and a ridiculous amount of fashionable ladies in one small space. I had serious shoe and sparkle envy!! I got the chance to re-connect with some known faces and met several new bloggers that I can't wait to start following. I was on bad blogger duty and didn't get a ton of pictures, but check out Rosa's blog for a few, extremely gorgeous and professional looking photos. She seriously puts my photography skills to shame!!

And since my closet is seriously lacking sequins (something I need to remedy immediately), I decided to go for bright color:

Outfit Details: Tan blazer and necklace- Forever 21, Pink top-Ebay find, Cobalt blue knit skirt-Thrift find (similar color skirt here); Brown boots- Madewell (available here); Scarf-gifted; Leopard patent belt- J. Crew outlet; Brown quilted "Affair"- Rebecca Minkoff (similar here)

Now, if you guys have been slacking on the gift buying front, Bloomingdale's has got you covered. I am telling you, your friend (co-worker, neighbor, baby-sitter, sister) will be happy with these fun presents in her stocking. And if some of them happen to end up in yours, even better!!

Deborah Lippmann Get This Party Started Limited Edition Trio, check here for availability

I was introduced to Deborah's nail polish this year and love them. She is the queen of glittery nail fun and this set is a wonderful overload. Party starting, indeed! Perfect gift for the make-up or nail polish obsessed lady in your life.

Kate Spade Le Pavillion iPhone 4 Case, check availability here

If you, or someone you know, have an iPhone 4, then a fun case is a necessity. I searched everywhere for a cute case and let me tell you, Kate Spade knows cute. She is one of the few designers who designs hit all the right notes. You can't go wrong with flashing around a polka dot phone.

Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC, available here

I am a certified Rebecca Minkoff handbag lover and have a couple of MACs in my possession. The new mini MAC size is perfect for the gal who doesn't carry a lot of things around during the day or who wants a small bag to carry the essentials at night. That neon pink would make a great pop for any winter outfit.

Diane von Furstenburg Bronze Lytton Minaudiere and Tonda clutches (check availability here and here)

Holy smokes, how gorgeous are these clutches?? Whatever Diane touches turns to gold or polka dot or bronze as the case may be here. While the previous mini MAC is perfect for a simple night to the movies or dinner, this clutch is dying to be carried at a fancy-schmancy party or a dressy affair. Ms. Bronze Lytton, I have my eye on you!!

Trina Turk Birch Metallic Sequin Dress, available here

I just went into a sequin overload coma with a smile on my face. Just look at this dress because it deserves to be admired. Do you have a Jersey girl in your life who lives and breathes anything sparkly? (Hi, Di)!! Do you need a fabulous NYE party dress? This dress is a must-buy now!

It's the last weekend for holiday shopping before you enter the danger zone of a real last-minute scramble. Whether you are heading to Bloomingdale's or any other store in the mall, I hope you get your to-buy list checked off.

Checking Off Your Xmas List- The Ultimate Life Planner

Are you finished that holiday shopping yet!!!??? If not, get to it. Some advice that I need to take myself considering I have about a week and way too many people left on my list to cross off. Although I should be brainstorming for myself, I'm going to help those of you out there who are still thinking of what to get.

Does your best friend always stare at her closet in the morning for an eternity trying to come up with an outfit? Do you have a niece who is a little fashionista in the making pouring over issues of Instyle or Vogue? Is your bff at work still using a paper planner for all her important dates?  Perhaps you should consider getting a Stylit!! A creation of one of my favorite, stylish bloggers, Beth Jones of B. Jones Style. It's a monthly planner, inspiration display and wardrobe tamer in one. My bf calls it my doodle book because I've been drawing out some outfits for the week. It's a great way to document any ideas that pop into my head, I have a go-to outfit if I have no clue what to wear and I can easily see what my days are going to look like so I can plan out what to wear accordingly. I absolutely love my Stylit and would highly recommend this as a gift for a lucky gal in your life.  Or you could be naughty again and get one for yourself too.

Buy your Stylit here.

A few of images of things I like, want to try or want to buy. 

I am by no means a great drawer, but it's fun to use color pencils as an adult. :)