Manicure Monday – Mommy and Me

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Adorned with Blessings

Jamberry Nails Teal Mini Polka and Vintage Chic

This Manicure Monday I am featuring one of my customers and her dear daughter! (Thank you so much for sharing this sweet picture with me. It brings me great joy!)

One of the best things I love about Jamberry Nails is that they make a product for little ones! This creates a wonderful bonding experience for a mom and her daughter. If you missed my post about Jamberry Juniors, you can read about it here, where I share my own experience with my daughter.

There are at least 10 Junior designs that will be discontinued at the end of the month. See my previous post for the list of retiring wraps to make sure you stock up on your favorite designs before they are forever gone!

Have a wonderful week!

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Blessings!

Manicure Monday – Going, Going, GONE!

Posted on August 18, 2014 by Adorned with Blessings

Jamberry Nails Northern Lights

This particular design is one of my favorites, which is why I was disappointed to hear that it has been placed on the retired list of Jamberry nail wraps. That’s right, at the end of the month of August, Northern Lights, and all of the wraps in the list below will be gone for good. Get your favorites before it’s too late! here

Which designs would you save if you could?

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Blessings!

Manicure Monday – StyleBox by Jamberry

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Adorned with Blessings

Jamberry Nails StyleBox Exclusive for August and Rose Gold

Remember my previous post on the launch of Jamberry Nails‘ new monthly subscription box, StyleBox by Jamberry? here

Well, I was super excited when my very first StyleBox arrived this past Friday.

The StyleBox exclusive wrap for the month is the orchid colored chevron pattern which I love! This design is definitely my style and I couldn’t wait to apply them to my hands. I paired it with one of my favorite metallics, Rose Gold.

Here are some things that I love about this monthly subscription:

1) The exclusive wrap that only subscribers receive (it’s a great monthly surprise)

2) The $5 plus in savings, depending on your subscription. Normally 2 wraps would cost $30

3) It includes the Jamberry nail file and orange stick to help with the application

4) The monthly style guide!

This monthly style guide is a nice addition for women who want to coordinate their manicure and pedicure to their wardrobe selections! Giving inspiration and style options for ladies who want a “spring board” in picking the perfect outfit for a particular occasion.

I love that Jamberry Nails encourages women to embrace their own sense of style, as we are all unique; and to share how each of us style our StyleBox! See how I styled mine on Instagram!

May you all have a wonderful start to your week!

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Blessings!

Manicure Monday

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Adorned with Blessings

Jamberry Nails Rose Gold & Gold Fishnet

For my accent, or statement, nail this week I layered the Gold Fishnet wrap on top of the Rose Gold wrap. This is just one of the many wonderful features of Jamberry Nails! You can personalize and create your own combinations with the 300+ designs that they offer! Not only can your layer wraps, but you can also layer the clear-backed wraps over polish!! Thus, making your Nail Lacquer last longer without chipping!

As a side note: I know my blog posts have been heavy on the “Manicure Monday” side of things, so I hope to sprinkle in the intended Fashion, Food, and Faith posts in the next few weeks. Those of you that follow me on Instagram have a general idea of what my summer has consisted of this past month. All blessings, as the Lord is at hand! I’ve just been spending my time soaking in the days as they’ve been unfolding, enjoying time with family, and recharging for the school year ahead.

May you all have a wonderful start to your week!

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Blessings!

Fashion Friday

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Adorned with Blessings

A hi-lo skirt, Ebay purchase, Mother’s Day gift, and AWANA. What possibly do these four things have in common? My outfit!

This hi-lo skirt has been waiting in my closet anticipating to be worn. I knew that when I received this purse as a Mother’s Day gift (featured on my pintrest “Mother’s Day Gift Ideas” board) this skirt was going to have its moment!

Not only did the purse inspire me to wear my skirt, but it also was a perfect match for my Seychelles! These shoes are where eBay comes into the picture. Like many people, I was skeptical to purchase a pair of shoes on auction. But because I knew my size for this particular brand, I felt assured they would fit. When eBay said I won these puppies…I really did win, at over 75% off! Don’t shy away from eBay if you are looking for a particular pair of shoes and can’t seem to find them anywhere. Or think about this, did you ever own a pair of shoes you loved and wished you bought another pair because you were afraid they weren’t around anymore? Check Ebay. Surprisingly, people clear out their closet finding shoes they never wore but purchased thinking they would.
Now as I put my ensemble together, it was missing an accessory…enter, the owl necklace. This necklace has an endearing memory associated with it. My daughter used her hard earned AWANA bucks to buy me something special. She memorized bible verses, prayed during club, participated, volunteered, etc. to receive these bucks. I wear this necklace with great joy! It along with my Mother’s Day purse indeed make me feel “Adorned with Blessings!”

Appropriate: for Church

Affordable & Accessible:
Skirt: Ross
Shoes: Seychelles via eBay
Purse: Anthropologie (gift from my husband and kids)

For more hi-lo skirt inspired outfits: check out my pins on pintrest

Fashion Friday

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Adorned with Blessings

Distressed jeans have surprised me. I didn’t think I would like them at first. But I have grown to love this particular pair. It all started at the Clearance rack at Target. I spotted these for approximately $5.99. I believe they were in the 75% off section. Since the price was right, I figured I’d take them home and give it a try. These jeans are currently my absolute favorite; not my Joe’s Jeans, not my Citizens…but Mossimo Supply Co. from Target! What makes this pair number one? Well, they meet two of my purchase requirements (Accessible & Affordable), they are super comfortable, and they are surprisingly stylish and Appropriate for a mom like me to wear. They bring the fun and adventure to my otherwise conventional outfit.

One thing you must know about me, I am a bargain shopper. It is on a very rare occasion that I will pay full price for an item. I prefer to shop clearance primarily.

My clearance shopping mentality:

Do not purchase an item just for the discount.
Ask yourself, “Would I pay full price for this item?”
Or, “Would I be able to get this somewhere else for less?”
Do consider purchasing an item if it is something you have been looking for or have been waiting to go on sale.
Shop 50-75% off. The 25-30% off are great deals and probably items still in season, but only make the purchase if you can’t wait for the deeper discount or believe it will be gone before then.

The place where I find the best clearance deals is Target. Which brings me to my top for this particular outfit; it was a recent purchase for $11.48. That’s right, my outfit (top & bottom) is less than $20!

Here are some similar outfits

a house in the hills

sincerely jules

So, where do you find the best clearance deals? And did you ever take a risk on a purchase to later find it was the deal of the “century”? I would love to know!

Appropriate: for a Mom’s Night Out

Affordable & Accessible:
Top: Target (similar)
Jeans: Target (similar)
Tote: Franco Sarto via TJ Maxx
Sandals: Old Navy
Sunglasses: DKNY (2009)

For more distressed jean looks: check out my pins on pintrest

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