The Ely Watch by JORD

Hey everyone! I'm very excited to be sharing this post with you today. I was contacted by JORD, a maker of hand-crafted wood watches, to try out and share my opinion of their watch, and I am so glad I did - this watch rocks!

The watch that I chose is the gorgeous Ely watch in Green Sandalwood & Maple.

Truthfully, I chose the green sandalwood and maple watch for the gorgeous color, but sandalwood is one of my favorite scents for incense and essential oils, while maple is one of the most familiar trees to me, having grown up in New England.

On their site, JORD explains the inspiration behind the Ely watch:

Our hometown of St. Louis has a downtown dotted with historic brick buildings. Varying in size and structure the modest designs have remained relevant to the modern day businesses and homes that now inhabit them, like the Ely Walker Warehouse - now lofts - that our Ely is named for. Its classic styling and construction has stood the test of time. Time honored style will find no lack of appreciation in the present day.

In order to show off my beautiful new watch, my friend, Jen, and I went out for a walk around Gammino Pond in the town that I grew up in.

I really wanted to take pictures with this watch out in nature to showcase the beauty of its natural elements.

The JORD website also includes some interesting information about the materials of its products.

Did you know that the average tree height of a maple tree is 90 feet? They also include information on wood sources, sustainability, and more for each of their products, as well as information on the watch movements and glass.

"Sustainable, efficient, simple, and influenced by experiential living, JORD owners don't just have somewhere to be, they have somewhere to go."

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20 Great Vegan Boots for Under $100

With the snow going absolutely NO WHERE here in Boston, there is a constant need for boots, and there will be until about May or so.
I put together a set of some really cute vegan boots, all of which are under $100(!), that I personally would love to get my hands on.
Click the picture to see the details of each pair!

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Shop my Closet on Vinted!

I've really been working towards paring down my wardrobe, so lately I have been selling a lot of my clothes on Vinted. There is both an app and a site, which makes selling & buying super easy. All prices in my shop are entirely negotiable, so send me a message on the site, if you want to discuss pricing. If you see anything you would like to buy without using the app, shoot me an email or leave a comment on this post, and I will follow up with you!
You can visit my store HERE (http://www.vinted.com/members/1705095-melissalynnamaral)

 

 

Babysitter Style

As I've mentioned recently, I've started working as a nanny/babysitter for the two cutest girls. Lately, I have been wearing t-shirts and shorts when I go watch the girls, but as summer turns to fall, I will be bringing the girls to ballet class, playdates, etc. I think it's time I change up my outfits...

So, what are the best nannies good at? Always being ready to run around, make a mess, clean up, and have everything on hand! The best outfit for the best nanny is polished and stylish, yet casual enough that it can stand the test of chasing after children and spilling everything (and who doesn't want to wear something fun and that they can enjoy). White is a major no-no (especially with younger children), and skirts are just going to lead to disaster. These looks that I have put together are affordable, stylish, fun, and guaranteed to pass the test of being a full-time nanny.

Let me know what you think of these looks in the comments below!

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Anklebiters

As you might have noticed, I do not really focus on fashion or what I wore posts as much as I originally did on this blog. As I have grown, I have realized that my greatest passions are for the environment, wellness, and other things along those lines. I still really enjoy putting outfits together, but it is less of a priority as I move forward with my life.

With that being said, I do sometimes receive emails from companies asking about collaborating or working out a sponsorship deal. That's why you are getting an outfit post today! This adorable lace top is mine thanks to DressLily. Make sure you stop by the site to see the other cute clothes they sell.

As far as my song choice, the self titled album by Paramore that was released in April 2013 has really meant a lot to me. The song "Last Hope" has really helped me get through a very dark point in my life that I have been just emerging from recently. I didn't want to use that song, though, because the lyrics are a bit depressing, and I have been in a much more positive mood lately. I chose "Anklebiters" because it's a fun song with an important message that I have been realizing more and more: don't let people drag you down. At the end of the day, it's just you that you have to rely on. (Also, the title "Anklebiters" reminds me of mosquitoes because they always bite my ankles and it's summer now.) You can listen to the song here on YouTube.

Shirt c/o DressLily; Shorts and Bag from Forever 21, Shoes by TOMS

You should fall in love 

with yourself oh, again,
fall in love with yourself

-"Anklebiters", Paramore

Wishlist Wednesday: Seri Marea Jewellery

Greetings, friends! Today I have a very special Wishlist Wednesday put together for you. It's coming from my latest sponsor, Isobel from Seri Marea Jewellery. Isobel reached out to me last week to see if I was interested in her jewelry, and I couldn't have been more excited to be contacted by her - her work is gorgeous! And it's right up my alley, too. I'm going to feature a few of my favorite items here, but check out her site for all of her incredible designs (she also makes custom pieces)!

p.s. Like Seri Marea on Facebook for a 20% off discount!

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Beaded Friendship Bracelet with Gemstones and Seed Beads, $41.85

Neon Orange Rhinestone and Thread Bracelet, $20.92

White Infinity Friendship Bracelet, $16.74

Seashell Bracelet, $20.92

Stacking Bracelets Set - Turquoise, $20.92

Silver Chain Hand Harness, $27.90

Delicate Gold Hand Chain with Moonstones, $41.85

Turquoise Cocktail Ring, $20.92

Inspired by: American Horror Story Coven

Yes, I'm aware everyone has already done American Horror Story: Coven, and it is talked about way too much...but can you really blame people?? I personally loved the show, and probably more for the fashion than for the plot (can't say I was blown away by the fairytale ending). Despite how overdone it is, I put together some looks inspired by some of the most stylish and iconic characters in AHS Coven. Enjoy!

note: click on each picture to be directed to Polyvore to see the clothing used

Wishlist Wednesday: Aupie

After coming back from my blogging hiatus, I decided to slightly alter the posts that I have been doing every week. If you are and have been a regular follower, you have probably noticed that I am still doing Tumblr Tuesday and Crafty Saturday, but have not yet done Wishlist Wednesday. As much fun as Wishlist Wednesday was, it was a lot of work to do. I have decided to no longer do a Wishlist Wednesday every single week, but rather I will be doing it occasionally. I'll do these posts when I have a sponsorship agreement with a company (which is the case this week), or when I find a brand I really like and would like to share. How's that sound?

This wishlist Wednesday is brought to you by Aupie.
I was contacted by Aupie earlier this month and asked to do a post featuring my favorite items...I had no idea that there would be so many items I really liked! The site has so many options - there really is something for everyone! I hope you like my picks.

Romantic Lace Dress, $46

Striped Chiffon Dress, $32

Sleeveless Deer Dress, $40                            

Geometric Print Top, $25

Sleeveless Dog Print Shirt, $28

Long Sleeve Swan Print Blouse, $30

Colorful Diamond Print Blouse, $30

Polka Dot Collared Sweater, $48

Geometric Scarf, $11

Blue and White Porcelain Floral Scarf, $28

Signs of the Zodiac Watch, $16

Sunburst Ring, $10

So, what is your favorite item?

Vegan Gifts from Storenvy

If you weren't previously aware, I have my own Storenvy shop, Shop My Closet, where you can do just that. I sell gently used or new clothes, accessories, and jewelry of mine.

Storenvy is a really great platform for selling and buying nearly anything. I decided to put together two gift guides (beauty products and fashion) of some great items I've found on Storenvy that are vegan, but perfect for anyone! Enjoy!

Vegan Beauty Products on Storenvy

Refining Clay Mask from Shaka Soap / Lavender and Coconut sugar scrub. / 100% Vegan & All Natural Mineral Lipstick - Wrath  / Lemongrass Cupcake Soap  from Soylar Candles & Soap / My Immortal from CRUSHCOSMETICS / Crash Love Shadow (Vegan) from Dark Heart Designs Cosmetics

Vegan Fashion on Storenvy

Black Faux Leather Mini Skirt from Lucky Seven Shop / LAVISHY vegan leather horse laptop/messenger bag from lavishy / Neon Pink Geo Ring with Peach Crochet Bezel by Even Howard / Heliconia Flower .925 Sterling Silver Necklace Pendant / Cassie from Block Party Store

Inspired By: Bomb Girls

As I mentioned in my Currently post last week, I watched the series "Bomb Girls" on Netflix and absolutely fell in love. I watched both seasons in a week - I just couldn't get enough.
I decided that I would put a few looks together that were inspired by three of the main characters in the show: Kate, Gladys, and Betty.
If you haven't seen this series yet, I highly suggest it!!

Bomb Girls: Kate Andrews by thedancingdork

Bomb Girls: Gladys Witham by thedancingdork

Bomb Girls: Betty McRae by thedancingdork