Monday, March 31, 2014

My "Friends With Benefit" Story


When I was in college I had a Macy's right down the street from me. I'm talking a less than one minute walk... Naturally my favorite section has always been where all the purses and designer bags are. But then I discovered the bright pink Benefit Cosmetics station. You know, the one with all the awesome packaging.... Love at first sight. Then I got my first product sample: a cream shadow in the shade "R.S.V.P" and it was love at first try! 
Four years later and many, many "They're Real!" Mascaras later, it is still my favorite place to visit when I'm downtown. I make special trips just to go see what's new because the Benefit website and Instagram just tease me.
As I was searching today I came across a new promotion they are doing. You can build your own kit with top-selling products for $79. They put the kit picks into three categories and you can choose one out of six or more choices! Here is the link http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/nicepackage?intid=hppromo_vkb
I recommend everyone does this! It's such a good deal and you even get a free sample and a cute bag to put your products in. Yes please..

The products I chose are (blog post with reviews coming soon!!)

The POREfessional 
Watts up! (Thanks Mom for the recommendation)
They're Real! Mascara (Because I use so much of this, why not get another!?)
A Creaseless cream shadow in the shade "Birthday Suit" (Which is a pretty chrome color that I am so excited about)

Alright, now send me your kit picks!! Happy shopping :) -C

Sunday, March 30, 2014

Be Original


Be Original 
by cjfdesign  on the original Polyvore


True Decadence black cocktail dress
$67 - johnlewis.com



Valentino studded shoes
valentino.com



Christian Louboutin leopard print purse
saksfifthavenue.com



Givenchy jewelry
barneys.com



Bracelet bangle
vitafede.com


Illesteva black sunglasses
net-a-porter.com



Lalique perfume fragrance
lalique.com






Thursday, March 27, 2014

Marcus Lupfer Felix Sweater


Marcus Lupfer Felix Sweater 
by cjfdesign on the original Polyvore 

Markus Lupfer long sleeve sweater
matchesfashion.com


American Eagle Outfitters distressed jeans
ae.com


Ash wedge heel sneaker
my-wardrobe.com


Valentino red purse
valentino.com


Wrap bracelet
caiajewels.com


Guess jewelry
guess.com

Friday, March 21, 2014

Spring Style & Wendy’s® #NewSaladCollection: Pt. 1

One of my entries for the Wendy's Contest that is going on over on Polyvore! Check it out here.  Who knows... you may find yourself a winner and $1000 richer! I would love that money to score some great spring items that I have been swooning over! Good luck to all those that enter! ~J




Spring Style & Wendy’s® #NewSaladCollection: Pt. 1 
by cjfdesign on the original Polyvore


Coast lace top
$91 - coast-stores.com


Vero Moda green jacket
$28 - veromoda.com


By Malene Birger pencil skirt
$120 - bymalenebirger.com


High heel shoes
$115 - nelly.com


Rebecca Minkoff satchel handbag
rebeccaminkoff.com

Saturday, March 15, 2014

St. Patrick's Day Nails

Hi everyone! Saint Patrick's Day is only two days away. How will you put a little touch of Irish into your day? Instead of throwing on that sweater that is tucked away in the drawer... you know the one... the only green piece of clothing you own... the one you wear every St. Paddy's Day! How about mixing it up a bit this year with some fun nails for the holiday. I loved these nails that were styled by @majikbeenz. I found them on Pinterest and wanted to share them. I don't think that they are too difficult to duplicate if you have the right colors. The polish shown were the colors that were used. If you feel like you're not that talented, and can't duplicate the look, I think just green sparkly nails using Butter London's "Swinger" would look great. ~J

St. Patrick's Day Nails
by cjfdesign on the original Polyvore

Featuring: 
Butter London, Essie & Revlon Gel Nail Polish
Available at Nordstrom, beauty.com, debbenhams.com and Target






Monday, March 10, 2014

Never Give Up


Never Give Up 
by cjfdesign on the original Polyvore 


Object Collectors Item long sleeve shirt
$39 - objectci.com



Bib overall
burlingtoncoatfactory.com



Kenneth Cole slip on shoes
zappos.com



3 1 Phillip Lim satchel handbag
cusp.com



Mango charm bracelet
$10 - mango.com

Friday, March 7, 2014

Camo Style

Camo Style: created by cjfdesign 
on the original Polyvore
featuring Antonio Marras embellished dress


Oscar de la Renta black leather boots
modaoperandi.com




Genuine leather handbag
shirise.com




Tom ford makeup
neimanmarcus.com




Tom ford perfume
barneys.com

Thursday, March 6, 2014

Oh, Chanel

Chanel's Paris Fall-Winter 2014 show had it going on! The set was a grocery store with grocery items all having their own little Chanel flair. The models aka the most chic shoppers, all had neon eye liner and awesome ponytails with long ribbons and textures to go with their outfits. How fun is that!?
The items that stood out most to me were the bags: some were made as if the purses were packaged steak in plastic and styrofoam. Others carried purses in Chanel ribbon lined shopping baskets. For jewelry, one model had this huge Chanel lock and chain necklace, another with two smaller neon colored locks: awesome. And I can't forget about one of my favorite childhood accessories: rope candy necklace with little Chanel charms (can be seen closer on *Eva Chen's Instagram). 
Overall, I loved the idea and the execution of the show. Everyone looked like they had a blast... and I want to know if people got to take home set items! I wouldn't mind a little Chanel in my kitchen! -C
*Eva Chen is the Editor-In-Chief of Lucky Magazine

**Updated :: Removed 8 photos with broken links
Photo credits:  wwd.com & vogue.com










Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Valentino Rockstud Leather Sandals


Valentino Rockstud Leather Sandals 
by cjfdesign on the original Polyvore

A L C gray shirt
intermixonline.com

Pied a Terre white sleeveless shirt
$99 - houseoffraser.co.uk

Flare skirt
amazon.com

Valentino white leather shoe
net-a-porter.com

ChloƩ chloe purse
$1,470 - harrods.com

Tiffany Co bracelet bangle
tiffany.com