FASHION ADVICE - The Vince Camuto Boot

We were both asked from a friend the other day about a pair of Vince Camuto boots she had bought but had no idea how to style (found here). We thought for a bit and realized that they were a bit difficult to style. On top of it, she specifically said she didn't want to look like "a cougar." After this statement we had a break through. We thought, "think Zina," or Urban Outfitters. A "cougar" (lol) would pair those boots with bedazzled jeans and big flashy jewelry (think housewives of orange county). Zina and Urban Outfitters would pair them with skinny jeans and more boho pieces like the images above (Zina is bottom right, all the rest are Urban Outfitters).

So we're thinking of having fashion advice be a more regular segment on this site. What do you guys think? If you're confused as to how to style a recent purchase, older item in your closet, or vintage find, send us a picture at Desiandmel at gmail dot com. We'll put together a little mock-up for you and feature it on the blog!
Let's have some fun!

SNOW BOOTS - Wearing the UGG Hoka winter boot

When Ugg emailed us about their new boot featuring the Hoka technology (a rolled toe and heel technology) we had to check it out. This is the Celiste boot (you can find the collection and this particular boot here). We decided to go for a little winter hike in them and we must admit they are pretty dang cool. They're surprisingly light for being a pretty hefty boot. By the way, this is not your typical UGG boot, people. These things would get you through some pretty crazy winter weather (including in cities). We're definitely gonna be breaking them out again for the 2013 Sundance Film Festival coming up. We're also so happy with their comfort that we bought another UGG boot that we can't wait to show you guys. So step away from the wellies (not much grip can get crazy in the snow) and get yourself a good winter boot. I'm itching to get these things to Yellowstone in the winter (yep, that's Melody's winter trip for next year). (Also... wishing Desirae was there to tie my scarf. I'm so bad at tying scarves. Also wish it had a bit of color like this.)

Stay tuned for the Mara Modest Dress giveaway winner! Sorry we're slow, we'll be announcing it tomorrow....(drum rolllll)

Christmas Cards Tree

What to do with Christmas Cards? Put them on the tree! 

OUR HOLIDAY DRESS - Mara Modest Inspiration

All right you lovely people. The Mara Modest dress giveaway is finally ending on Monday. And in honor of the giveaway, we have put together one last post to inspire you to enter the "name it to win it" contest. We showed you the Burberry inspiration and now we're showing you that it can actually be your holiday go-to look. We were thinking we should take our own advice and go ahead and put together the outfit we thought up for the Mara dress. Of course we did wonder if you really could take a white and more springy eyelet dress into the winter season. The conclusion is, 'yes,' we think you can. So don't hold back! Now's your last chance to win the Mara dress (we think it's cuter than ours pictured since we love the 3/4 length sleeves). So follow the instructions and enter here.  And can you believe the holidays are so close? We're in awe....

TWEED JACKET; LEATHER PANTS

Here is what Desirae wore to her baby shower while she was in town. A fairly simple look to put together, with this similar top, similar jacket, and Zara pants (still sold here) throw on a good low heel and your ready to go out looking maternity chic!

THE PERFECT HOLIDAY SHOE

Lovely ladies! You know how we posted about the absolutely gorgeous Valentino studded pumps here? We had such issues trying to find a shoe on the less expensive end to post about. But today we're looking at miss Sasha's blog, and we're thinking, 'hey! those look so similar to the Valentino pump!' But to our dismay they are sold out everywhere online. EXCEPT Amazon. Lovely ladies, if you want the perfect holiday shoe, the Valentino pump is it. But if you want the same look for a fraction of the cost, this shoe is the one.