Suited with Stripes + Paisley + Cheetah Print

It is about time I shared the amazing gift that my husband got me for Valentine's day with you. I fell in love with this bag at first site!! Seriously, I was trying to be good so I didn't immediately purchase this amazing Kingston Cheetah Print L.A.M.B Tote from Gwen Stefani, but I loved it so much that my husband wouldn't let me line with out it. He is the best!

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Shirt- Goodwill (similar)

9:25 AM

What to Wear to a Winery: Clifton Paradise Springs

I love living in Virginia, we have so many great different activities to enjoy! Recently we had a blast hanging out at one of the many amazing wineries that we have in the area, the Clifton Paradise Springs. This small local winery is discretely and conveniently tucked away in Clifton, Va. If you are looking for a fun Friday night activity Paradise Spring's has a great enclosed area where they play live music every Friday night from 5pm to 9pm. You can even bring your own food! So just purchase a bottle of their wine and take it all in with friends. If you are planning a trip to a winery consider these tips on what to wear to a winery:

Dress in layers: You may be there through out different times a day and the temperature change can be drastic. Tasting rooms are usually kept cold and if the back areas are sectioned off like in Clifton they usually are heated with a heater or a fireplace. Having the ability to take off the layers will surely come in handy.

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Wear practical shoes for walking on rough terrain: Flats or boots are ideal! Flat or boots with a slight wedge are a great way to stay comfortable and look great while trying to walk up and down hills to your car and picnic areas. Here is Lorenzo and I at Pearmound Cellars for our 15th anniversary during the summer.

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Make a splash with darker colors - Dressing in darker colors, like green, burgundy, brown, black or gray to avoid stains from red wine splashes. If you are having a good time or if the place it crowed, splashes can and may happen!

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Carry a functional handbag- Depending on the place you can often bring in food like at Paradise Springs, but you will also need space for you for sunglasses, a jacket, a scarf, your camera, and your color stay lip color or clear lip gloss.

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1:35 AM

What is your Bag Saying About You?

No outfit is complete with out the perfect bag! Some people think that the bags that we carry hold a type of insight into our overall style. So what is your bag saying about you? Are you relaxed, a secret rocker or do you feel your best in pink? You don't have to spend a million dollar to find a bag that reflects your style. Just see where your style falls and find the corresponding bag for under $60.

Feeling Boho Chic- Then you may prefer the relaxed life and lean toward bold colors and prints on slouchy woven shoulder bags or clutches that showcase your truly bohemian style.

Bags you'll like- House of Harlow, Missoni,

Leading Ladies- Nicole Richie, Zoe Zodonia, Sienna Miller

$30 Call It Spring™ Maglott Tote

Explorer Tribal Patterned Tote $22

$48 VANS Della Bag

$33 Anorak Kissing Horse

Feeling Girly-Girl Chic- Than you may lean toward the delicate, chain straps with classic details.

Bags you'll like- Chanel, Chloe', Diane von Furstenberg, Just Fab, Macy

Leading Ladies- Olivia Palermo, Taylor Swift, Zoe Dechanel

SMALL FAUX SNAKE TOTE $25

Lilac Quilted Cross Body Purse $25

Stlye&co. Cristin Winged Clutch $27

Feeling Like a Luxe Lady- Than you may go for the more luxurious pieces. Yes, they may require more of an investment but their iconic status command attention.

Bags you'll like- Hermes, Celine, Tony Burch, Prada, TJ Maxx

Leading Ladies- Victoria Beckham,

$45 Call It Spring™ Ogarro Tote

Melody Bag

$50.00

Feeling Oh So Rocker Chic- Than your putting it out there, with zippers, studs and edgy details that rock.

Bags you'll like- Betsy Johnson, Lamb

Leading Ladies- Gwen Stephanie, Madonna, Miranda Kerr

$50 Betsey Johnson

SPRING STUD DOME SATCHEL

$45 REBECCA MINKOFF

Black Leather Bang Graphic

Zipper 'Cory' Zipper Pouch

Feeling Classic Chic- Than you are never without a chic, carry-everything tote with a classic shape that leans toward luxe.

Bags you'll like- Coach, Louis Vuitton, Jason Wu, Aldo

Leading Ladies- Reese Weatherspoon, Cameroon Diaz

ALDO Tote, $60; aldoshoes.com.

$30 Dorothy Perkins Red Mini Curve Bowler

12:49 AM

Polka Dot Chambray + Emerald + Mustard

Finally a break in this harsh winter weather. We finally had a day above 60 degrees in Virginia so I took the opportunity to break out my legs and paired this emerald pencil skirt and mustard accents with this great polka dot chambray I picked up from Old Navy. I am sure I find a few more opportunities to wear this staple piece this spring! How will you wear chambray this season?