Preppy Winter Accessories

I thought I would post some cute hats, scarves, and gloves for the winter season! I am finally feeling the cold now that I'm in ski country (especially since it feels like spring in CT)! Here are my favorite winter items from my favorite brands:

I died when I saw that Lilly Pulitzer was making winter accessories. I got the set with the scarf, earmuffs, and gloves for Christmas and I LOVE them. The print is so cute, especially since it's pink and green! 

The past three images were from Rugby Ralph Lauren, but from the men's section. I almost prefer some of the men's items because they are always so preppy and classic. 

Lastly, here are 3 cute accessories from Kate Spade! KS never fails to disappoint with their whimsical designs. I am obsessed with their hats; I have a couple and they're so funny and cute!!

What do y'all like to wear to get away from the cold? Let me know!

Have a great day!

xoxo, Hannah

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Holiday Party Dresses!!

Since Christmas is around the corner, I thought that I should post my favorite dresses that would be perfect for holiday parties!!!

Lilly Pulitzer Blossom Dress

I love how Lilly made the typically summer-worn Blossom Dress adorable for winter! I've seen this dress in stores and it's too cute.

Lilly Pulitzer Crystal Dress

This is one of my favorite dresses from Lilly this fall. It's sparkly and such a cute LBD! Lilly makes black super girly and I love it!!

Lilly Pulitzer Elias Dress

This dress reminds me of a Christmas present!!

Lilly Pulitzer Eryn Dress 

This dress was a past Lilly OOTW, and unfortunately I haven't gotten the chance to wear it yet. I'm so happy though, I'm going to a party on Saturday night and I'm going to be wearing it! I've been trying it on just for fun and I am so in love with it, I'll be wearing this all next year in college!!

Tommy Hilfiger Holiday Tartan Strapless Dress

I love anything tartan/plaid/madras, if you really get down to it, and I think this dress is so pretty!! 

Tommy Hilfiger Midnight Sequin Shift Dress

I'm attracted to anything and everything sparkly, especially sequins. Sparkly dresses are perfect for the Holiday season!!

Lilly Pulitzer Naomi Dress

 THIS DRESS IS SO PRETTY!

Rugby Nestor Wool Crepe U-Back Dress 

 I actually wore this dress to my Christmas concert on Sunday!

Lands End Canvas Plaid Skater Dress

This dress was actually Mondays's Lilly OOTW, and I can't wait to wear it!!! I'm actually wearing it to a party on Friday!!

What dresses will y'all be wearing this holiday season? Let me know!!

Have a great day!!

xoxo, Hannah

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Preppy Fall Essentials

Here are my preppy fall essentials!!

Cableknit Sweaters

Rugby Classic Crewneck Cable-Knit 

I live in sweaters in the fall, and my favorites are all definitely cable-knit!!! I have the sweater above in yellow and I love it.

Riding Boots

Kimchi Blue Tall Lace-Up Equestrian Boot (from Urban Outfitters)

I think I have at least 4 pair of equestrian inspired boots and I'm obsessed. I love the boots above!! Riding boots go perfectly with everything in fall.

Classically Preppy Footwear

LL Bean Boot

Bean boots. What can I say about bean boots...they are one of the most classically preppy items ever. I am ashamed to admit that I do not own the classic L.L. Bean masterpieces (yet), but fret not! I'm going to get them this fall. After last year's ridiculous amount of snow in Connecticut and my lack of snow boots (my sherling line bean boots are in Jackson Hole year round), I have to be prepared!

Oxford Button Down

Ralph Lauren Megan Solid Oxford Shirt

The oxford shirt is a classic preppy staple year-round, but I find that I wear them more in the colder months. They are perfectly paired with crewneck and v-neck sweaters, as well as cardigans and khakis. 

The Striped Rugby 

Brooks Brothers Striped Rugby

Striped rugby's are great casual shirts for fall. They're thick, comfortable, and great for menswear inspired outfits. I've only gotten rugby's from Rugby Ralph Lauren, so I don't know how the Brooks Brothers' design that's shown above fits. The colors are great for fall!

The LBD

Rugby Nestor Wool Crepe U-Back Dress

I love this LBD from Rugby!!  It's very classic looking and flattering!

The Hacking Jacket

Rugby Suede-Patch Hacking Jacket

I have the jacket above in purple, and I love it. I try to pair it with jeans so that I don't completely look like a mom!! It's a great item for fall!

The Perfect Vest

Rugby Alastair Down Vest

I'm (obviously) really loving Rugby this fall!! Usually my brother is the one wearing the "youthful prep" inspired designs from Rugby and I'm perfectly content in Lilly, but they have great classic items for fall. This vest is great and I love the hunting patch on the shoulder!!  

The Norwegian Sweater

L.L. Bean Norwegian Sweater

My favorite sweater in the entire world is the Norwegian Sweater from L.L. Bean. I got one last year for fall and I couldn't get enough of it. I wore it all the time. I got a men's small (which was still big on me) and I cannot wait until this fall so I can wear it more!!

The Coat (or Cape!)

Rugby Brayton Duffle Cape

I am not a fan of capes. Not really, anyway. I never expected to like this Rugby cape, but I really, really do!! It doesn't look like a traditional "cape". It doesn't look like Dracula should wear it, and it looks more like a classic camel coat with weird sleeves!!

Khakis

J. Crew Classic Café Capri

I am on the hunt for the perfect khaki. I have tried Vineyard Vines, but they were too baggy, and I have always seen these J. Crew Café Capri khakis on their website. I am definitely going to find these in one of the 4 J. Crew stores around me in CT and try them on!! 

Jeans

J. Crew Ankle Stretch Toothpick Jean

I am also on the hunt for the perfect jean. I legitimately have the hardest time ever finding jeans. I am determined to find good ones this year!! The goal is to find jeans that keep their shape and that are skinny in the knee and calf so that I can tuck them into boots. 

What are y'alls preppy fall essentials? Let me know!!

Have a fabulous day!!

xoxo, Hannah

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Happy New Year! / Holiday Sales

I hope that everyone had a fabulous 2010, and an even better New Year's Eve! Now that it's 2011, I'm looking for the items that will prepare me for the new year! Almost everything is on sale now!

Kate Spade Knightsbridge Quinn in Snapdragon

I have been eyeing this bag ever since it appeared on the Kate Spade website. It is still not an ideal price (yet), but it is just so cute! It also comes in gold, red, yellow, and black, but the pink is my favorite.

Kate Spade Jingle Bell Headband

To continue on with my headband fetish, this is too cute! While the jingle bells ringing may be annoying after a while, this is a perfect item for (next year's) Christmas!

Rugby Blackwatch Plaid Hooded Wrap

 Rugby has a really good holiday sale going on right now, and almost all of the things I have been eyeing this past season are in it! 

RugbyWool Military Dress

My friend has this dress in purple, and it is adorable! While I am not the biggest fan of purple, the other two colors they have (dark green and grey) are also cute! 

Vineyard Vines Patchwork Hooded Sweater

 The Vineyard Vines sale is absolutely amazing. There are so many things that I like on sale!

Somerset Turtleneck

I am currently on the quest for the perfect turtleneck (tell me which brands y'all like!) and I have always wanted this VV turtleneck. Maybe it will be my favorite of all! It also comes in black and white.

Snowfall Sweater Dress

This is such a pretty dress!!

Golden Whale Skirt

This may be my favorite of all the things that are in the VV sale. I have a navy cordouroy version of this skirt with pink, green, and blue whales, but I love the black and gold! It reminds me of my dream school, Vanderbilt!!

Unfortunately, I can't find any good sales for Lilly Pulitzer items! Let me know if y'all find something!!

Happy New Year!

xoxo, Hannah

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Rugby Christmas Sweaters

My mom and I went to Rugby today and were very surprised to find such adorable sweaters for the holiday season! 

Wool-Angora Deer Sweater

Fair Isle Wool Sweater

Zip Up Moose Cardigan

Wool Angora Snowflake Sweater

I hope everyone has a great day!!

xoxo, Hannah

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New Rugby Arrivals

I have been shopping at Rugby Ralph Lauren ever since it came out in 2004 (it's in New Canaan so I visit a lot). It is a little bit edgier than my taste, but I still like a lot of their merchandise. Here are some of the cute items from their fall line!

Woolen Button Cuff Sweater

I just adore crewneck sweaters of any kind.

Suede-Trimmed Hacking Jacket

Isn't this cute? Rugby jackets are usually pretty small, and I always have to have the arms taken up (I think my arms are unnaturally short....).

Herringbone Market Tote

So cute! I may be biased when it comes to tote bags, but I actually love this. It looks perfect for winter!

Herringbone Skull Ballet Flat

There's also some ballet flats that match the tote bag! I've never tried Rugby shoes before (just because they're relatively new and they don't have much variety), but these look fantastic.

What items do y'all like from the Rugby new arrivals? Let me know!

xoxo, Hannah

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