The holidays stroll around and I always feel myself wanting to give back in some way. (As I'm sure we all do!) I know we are supposed to feel like this ALL the time, but the reality is that our worlds are just so bogged down with our own personal needs all year that thinking of others seems to come secondary. I find myself being so aware of this quality right around this time, and I get this huge urge to fix my selfishness from the rest of the year. This year has been extremely good to me, in more ways than I know how to be thankful for, but I realized I should pay my thanks in anyway I can. And I found a way for you to help too, and even get some holiday treats while your at it!
So last weekend I started playing around with different colored threads, and Swarovski crystal chains for some holiday presents. What I came up with, I thought was good enough to put on my etsy site. But when I stumbled upon Altruista that I blogged about HERE, I thought "I can do that too!" And these new bracelets are perfect for it! So I've designed them to come in a series of 4 different colors, each one will donate to a different charity. With every purchase I will donate 50% of proceeds to the charity corresponding to your order, in your name. You will receive an e-mail confirmation or message in the mail from the charity itself and a special note from me in each box. I think this is a perfect way to kick off the holiday season!
Each bracelet is $40.00 (SEE THE LISTING HERE)
For a 4 pack (one of each color) You will get 10% off but I will still donate half of the original $160.00 to the specified charities.
Pink - Breast Cancer
Olive - American Lung Association
Purple - The Humane Society
Yellow - International Rescue Committee
If any of you lovely readers have a specific charity you would like to benefit please let me know, I'm thinking of continuing this for spring in new color assortments!
P.S. They look fabulous layered together!!!
Its my Birthday today!!! YAY. I LOOOVVVEEE Birthdays! Such an excuse to indulge in all things girlie and fun! Cupcakes, shopping, dinner, wine, sparkly skirts, oh and I even get to wear my little miss birthday tee today! (it SO may not be normal to wear this tee to work, but luckily I work in tween design world, if I had a tiara I'd prob wear that too!!) I won't reveal how old I am...most of you know anyway, but I do look like I'm prob around 19-22 range (pllleeeaaasseee agree!) and I like it that way! I've managed to convince a few people at the office I will be 25 this year...so aging backwards isn't that bad....but I sense from some, they do not believe me (damn!).
Me with a wax cupcake....what does one do with a wax cupcake?
Still trying to figure out what to do with my prop...
I can't remember when I got this Tee by: Junk food, but I break it out every year! It makes a really great b-day gift too! Bracelets: All Jusinta Leigh
This skirt was actually a sample I purchased for work in LA about a year ago from LF on Roberston. I loved it so much that when we were done with it I was able to take it home!
How cute is this B-day card!!! It came in the mail the other day from my best friend Nikki Over at Style N Charm (we met day one at FIT, Years ago!). She illustrated it and made it herself! I'm so obsessed with it! I mean how cute is that lil chicky!!! I can't wait till she comes out with her own stationary line. It's completely necessary! I'm sure if any of you lovely readers are interested in personalized cards she'd def do em!
Just a quick shot of me on my 2nd bday. My Daddy sent this to me last night and I just had to share it with you.....Serioulsy how on earth did I have such fat cheeks!
Tonight John and I are headed out for a fancy dinner, but it's a surprise, I have NO idea what he has planned, but I'm sure it will lead to a blog post of some sort! I hope you all have a fabulous weekend!!!
Thank you to everyone who entered my first giveaway! And a HUGE HUGE thank you to those who have supported my little side business. I really hope you are enjoying your bracelets!!
On to the winner....Congrats to Lorena of COUTURE ME!! Your are the lucky winner of my original "STAN" bracelet, and another little gift as well! There will definitely be another holiday Justina Leigh Giveaway in the future. And just to give you a taste of whats to come, here are some shots of some holiday accessories I've been working on...
I wanted to create a holiday inspired collection that was way more whimsical and more girlish than my other styles. I've used sequin appliques, beaded silk and gross grain bows this time. All appliques are backed with soft fuzzy felt so they feel nice on your skin.
This bracelet is my absolute favorite! I'll be wearing this in various colors, probably every day!
I've even dabbled in some headbands as you can see in the back of the photo there. I'll be giving those as gifts over the holidays. I'm quite obsessed with hair accessories!
These will ALL be up soon on my Etsy shop and be sure to look out for a MAJOR holiday deal!
Hello Lovelies! Happy to announce my first ever blog give away! I'll be giving away a bracelet from Justina Leigh. The "Stan". This style is so girlie with pearls and a little rough with some thick chains. Its looks great layered with other JL styles! In addition to the bracelet there will be a little mystery gift too!
All you have to do is:
1. Follow me on Bloglovin' or Twitter
2. Leave a comment on this post (if you can't seem to do this, because I know On Sugar comments get finicky just drop me an email.)
I'll announce the winner on October 28th! And since I have NO idea how to use one of those random computer generated pickers, I'm just going to put all your names in a jar and pull one out. There will be either a short video of the process OR some snap shots just to be fair!
Goodluck darlings!
xoxoxo M
I received my first order on a couple of bracelets for a man! I was so excited because I always thought my jewelry was a bit androgynous; well suited for a woman and just as well suited for a man! I was so happy when Curtis sent me a message asking me if I would work on something for him. He wanted it to have an edge and def masculine. We shorted the hanging chain on his "Samsons", added a spider charm to one and he picked out the old NYC subway token for the second!
Now just so show you how small this little world is Curtis happens to live in the same town as me, so ironic because someone else living in Manhattan is one thing but Greenpoint is just a small town in Brooklyn 20 min from Manhattan...it's just weird....maybe Williamsburg but, Greenpoint?? Ok I'm rambling, anyway so we decided to meet up for him to pick up his bracelets in person. After a little chat in the garden area of my building I learned he's ALSO an apple obsessed blogger, and an entrepreneur who is doing some amazing things in women's conservative fashion! Check out his blog Just Like Molly. I'm a firm believer in everything happens for a reason, and I cant wait to catch up with Curtis over a couple of drinks in the near future!
I was thrilled when I checked my inbox and he was so kind to send pictures of him wearing them at a wedding. When I saw these photos I immediately took note of his awesome bow tie! It's seriously so unique! So of course I shot him a little e-mail inquiring about it, and turns out its another Etsy buy! (god I love etsy) A Shop called Cyberoptix TieLab.
You can bet your little tushies there will def be a couple of these beauties stuffed in my BF's stocking this X-mas! Just too damn cool!! Don't you just love them?!?!
Happy Friday loves! The boy and I had such a great time last night at the concert and now I'm totally beat today!I convinced John we don't need to go out tonight, so I can't wait for a relaxing evening at home with fish tacos and cuddling in PJ's with DVR from the whole week!
I added a new style to the Jewelry line, this time with leather! I call it the Aiden - My Favorite boys name.
Check out the listing - AIDEN
Hope you all have such a lovely weekend!!! Any good plans???
Due to a hectic week (3 day work week means too much to do in very little time) I'm feeling super uninspired to dress well or post about fun things SO this post will be a re-post I'm doing a bit of stealing if you will.
Last week one of my favorite bloggeristas A Brit Greek did a little questionnaire about me and my jewelry line and a few of her questions prompted me to snap some shots of my favorite things so I'll just give you a teeny little insight into me.
ABG- Other than shoes, what is your wardrobe chock full of? (Note, this gal loves shoes!)
ME: Well, yes shoes are def 75-80% of my closet! But I also have an abundance of handbags. I started collecting bags when I was in college I had hundreds! Sad story - my Father accidentally put the box of handbags I had stored in the basement outside for charity to pick up! I lost literally about 100 handbags!! The one I miss most is a vintage Moschino red one. I've never seen that style again! Definitely a sad day for me, but slowly my collection has grown and I do have quite a number of handbags.
ABG: Fave dress?
ME: My deep purple Diane Von Furstenburg chiffon wrap dress that I purchased at Neiman Marcus outlet for a pretty good price. It's simple and elegant and I toughen it up with chunky belt. I love that my BF is in the background of this pic too! Typical of what happens when I'm photographing and playing dress up! Haha!
ABG: Fave Bling?
ME: I love this ring I purchased as a gift to myself when I was single. It's a big smokey topaz with a halo of pave diamonds and pave diamonds on the band. I figured if you don't have a guy to buy you sparkles just buy it yourself! It makes me feel strong and independent. I think they call those power rings? Did I just make that up? I have no idea, but I love it and I love that It was a gift from me to me!
ABG: Fave Shoes?
ME: My Chloe Black Patent "Leonessa" T-strap Mary Janes that I purchased 3 years ago. They make me feel so girlie! I wear them with thick black tights and mini skirts around the holidays, they never go out of style.
One more pair of shoes I'm loving right now are my SUPER affordable H&M lace up booties seen HERE. I still cant believe what a great deal they were at $59!!
Thanks again A BRIT GREEK for interviewing me!!! Please go take a look at her blog, its a really fun place to be!!
xoxo M
Valerie from Beauty and the Budget, A Brit Greek , V of GRIT AND GLAMOUR, and Jemina thank you doll for my sunshine award!!! It def added a bit of sunshine into my weekend!!! You ladies are amazing! xoxoxox
M
Its been a while since I've posted any new Justina Leigh styles! This a new simpler style I've just added to the line called "SAMSON". Wear them singularly or stack 2 or 3 for a really cool look! I'm in love with this little old NYC subway token charm, but they are available in virtually any charm or personalized with a number or initial. Check out the listing here!
Would love to know what you lovely bloggers think about this one!
xoxox M
In my last post I let all you amazing bloggers know I've been having computer troubles (or just the fact that I don't have one right now!). But I was able to take a gander here on my work computer at my bloglovin' account and there are 200 plus posts I need to catch up on! Oh boy! Anyway I took a quick peek at one of my fav blogs Style Underdog and she's posted a terrific ensemble to go with her Justina Leigh "Monte" Bracelet!!! I can't tell you how excited it was to see this!!! It looks SOOOO fab on her and I'm just THRILLED!! Made my entire week!!! Thanks again S.U.!!
xoxox M
Please Visit FASHION BOOK and leave some kind words, for a very special end of summer 30% discount on Justina Leigh for the whole month of August!!!!!
Please Visit THE SITE to view the collection!
Thank you Monserrat for posting the deal!!!
xoxo M
Come on, you know you wanna!!! hehe. Click the link to "LIKE" Justina Leigh on Facebook, You know she "LIKES" you right back! ;)
xoxo M
The Lovely Monserrat Fernandez of FASHION BOOK did an amazing post on my jewelry line!! I'm so thrilled and thankful to her and all my other fellow blogger friends for all the positive feedback I've been getting. It's seriously amazing to me how tight knit this little blogging community can be. Everyone is so supportive and its great to have that! You guys are the best!!! Please please go visit Fashion Book, it's a fantastic blog! Great fashion tips and great articles!!! Thank you Monserrat for taking the time to write about Justina Leigh!!!
On another note, I've been out of the blogging world a bit, I can't even say it's because I've been so busy working. The boy (he hates when I call him that) and I have been doing so many things!! Beach days, dinners, brunches, concerts! All fun summer stuff, and of course in between, some real life work! I hope to be back to posting daily soon! And I have a TON of blog reading to catch up on! I just looked at my bloglovin account and WOW there is so much I've been missing!!! I hope to get to that tonight. Here's a quick shot of John and I in Central Park at the Black Keys concert. Such a good time! Great music, great wine, great company. Cant wait to do it again!
xoxo M
