A Belk Exclusive: Chip & Pepper Denim

Chip, Me (dressed in Chip & Pepper) and one handsome model!

Southern department store, Belk, recently partnered with famous Canadian designers Chip & Pepper Foster to launch a collection of denim to be sold exclusively at Belk. I was lucky enough to receive a special  invitation to meet the twin brothers and try on pieces from the line during a special media event. 

My prior knowledge of Chip & Pepper denim included that it was a good quality jean, extremely popular and that its designers, Chip & Pepper, were the epitome of fun. I arrived at Belk on Saturday to find that everything I thought I knew about Chip & Pepper denim was right! 

The jeans came in a variety of great washes-- everything from classic dark and light denim to trendy prints and patterns. The exclusive line also includes cute and comfy tops to compliment the selection of jeans. 

Within 15 minutes of arriving at Belk, Chip and Pepper had pulled for me what seemed like a million pieces to try on. Of course, I was tickled pink by this! I loved all the pieces and ended up leaving with two fabulous pair of jeans that I can't wait to style. I really wanted a third pair of the dark wash skinny, but they were sold out in my size. I was also super excited about the fact that my total purchase came to $58! The jeans that are apart of the exclusive Belk line are all priced at less than $100, a major deal since Chip & Pepper denim is hailed with the same regard as brands such as True Religion, Seven, and Lucky. 

Pepper signing my jeans.

Chip signing my jeans.

I made sure to have both pairs of my jeans signed by Chip and Pepper before leaving the event. I know that they will be staples in my wardrobe, and hope to add more pairs to my collection soon. 

Thanks to Chip, Pepper, and Belk for such a wonderful day! 

Shop the exclusive Chip & Pepper line here, or in your local Belk store! 

Going Green To A Cocktail Party

                 

Dress: Belk / Earrings: Francesca's Collection/ Shoes: c/o deb / Clutch: Victoria Secret via Goodwill 

So a few weeks ago I got invited to attend a Blogger Cocktail Party at Saks 5th Avenue and leading up to the event, I had no idea what to wear. I just turned 21 in May and had never been (invited) to a cocktail party before. I've been crazy busy with school here lately so I didn't have a chance to go shopping for anything until the night before. I strolled into Belk at 8:43 p.m. and in 17 minutes flat lucked up on this gorgeous jewel tone stunner. 

The moment I saw it hanging on the rack, I knew that it would go perfectly with the emerald earrings  I purchased earlier this summer at Francesca's. They were on clearance for $5! For a little fun, I added my new cheetah print pumps from Deb and my glittery Victoria Secret clutch. I felt so glamorous! 

I think part of the reason I was so attracted to this dress is because Emerald is my birth stone. I can't wear to it again, perhaps for a more casual occasion. Check back in tomorrow for a recap of the Saks Beauty Event and insider tips on Fall Beauty Trends! 

How Could I Forget!?

You ever mean to do something but somehow forget? Yeah, me too. Which would explain the looks in this post-- all ones that I forgot to post, until now! 

                                                                     

Stepping Out 

I wore this sassy look to the Spring Step Show at school. The romper is Gianni Bini and super comfortable. My wedges are some of my favorite Steve Maddens ones that my dad purchased for me about two years ago now. I finished off the look with my Forever21 gold earrings and cat eye shades.

Teacher Shirt 

A fabulous find from the thrift store, this retro blouse reminded me of something a teacher would wear in the 70s. I wore it to my Great Grandma Mae's 90th birthday party paired with my orange chiffon skirt, emerald green cardigan from Old Navy, tights and sparkly black booties from Forever21. I remember getting lots of compliments on this look and specifically a lady yelling across a store to tell me that I looked "so ladylike and cute!" 

Purple Cheetah

I wore this purple number that I picked up on clearance at Dillard's to my best friend's 21st birthday.  The shindig was a bit of a classy affair so my monochromatic purple look fit the bill for appropriate attire. When I couldn't decide on what shoe's to wear with the look, I threw on my cheetah print Jessica Simpson's in frustration. Surprisingly enough though, they looked good! I accesorized with gold hoops and a gold pendant necklace that I purchased from Francesa's. 

Painted On

On the Eve of New Year's, I made my way out in black sequined leggings that looked like they were painted on to my body, my black chiffon top, black faux leather jacket and bright pink BCBG pumps. This look was so effortless and very sexy, if I do say so myself! 

Golden Girl

So, this little stunner is what I wore out to celebrate the completion of my Junior year of  college and the end of the semester. The gorgeous dress was only $14 at the Dillard's clearance center in High Point , NC. I loved the peplum and it didn't hurt that it fit my body great. My shoes were also a fab find from Shi by Journeys...only $19.99. They are magenta platforms with a gold heel and t-strap. I polished the look off with my fave Forever21 gold earrings and a single gold cuff. 

Which of these forgotten fits do you like the best? I think I'm sold on this last one!