Florals for Fall – Inspired by Glamour

Posted on October 30, 2014 by alexnguyen

I was flipping through the most recent Glamour issue and my thumb instantly stopped at the page full of florals. Yes, when fall comes we get excited about the coats, autumn colors, and wool fabrics, but what about our good friend Floral? Glamour’s got it right when they didn’t say goodbye to florals this fall season.

I decided to try out their suggestion by pairing dark florals with chambray. I have to say that this combo is definitely budding my interest in keeping my florals around this season.

What do you think?

Blazer: Boutique – My favorites – ONE {sale!} – TWO – THREE // Skirt: Anthropologie // Chambray: Madewell // Shoes: Talbots // Bracelets: J. Crew // Ring: c/o Wrenn Jewelry // Watch: Michele

Thank you for reading!

And thank you Glamour for the inspiration! 🙂

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Coat Time + $300 Kate Spade Giveaway!

Posted on October 18, 2014 by alexnguyen

Yes, when it gets down to 65 degrees here in California, it’s time to bring out the coats! I am seriously not kidding you. After I checked the weather app on my phone and saw the prediction of a low of 57 and a high of 72, I immediately grabbed all my coats and jackets out of storage and started to put my sweater weather outfits together. Too bad the sun came out and rose the temperatures to a solid 75. But good thing my classroom usually feels like the North Pole and so I didn’t have to part with my coat.

‘Till heat do us part.

**Tip: You can still layer a sleeveless button-up top underneath a sweater and trench to add different textures without the bulkiness of the sleeves (especially when it’s not super cold).

And keep scrolling down for the giveaway details! 🙂

Trench: Anthropologie – Similar // Pants: Gap – Similar // Sweater: via StitchFix // Blouse: Talbots – Similar // Purse: Coach Vintage // Booties: Anthropologie – Similar // Necklace: Anthropologie – {sale for only $20!} // Ring: c/o Wrenn Jewelry

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I’ve teamed up with my blogger friends to bring you a giveaway with an amazing prize for one lucky reader! We’re giving away a $300 Kate Spade gift card — and you just might be the lucky winner!

You can enter daily over the next two weeks and earn bonus entries by sharing the giveaway with your friends on social media. Good luck!

GIVEAWAY

Prize: $300 Kate Spade Gift Card

Co-hosts: Lush to Blush // Grace In Style // Peaches In A Pod // Polished Closets Island Hipster // Snippets With Alex // Style Tab // The Jort Report // A Labour of Life Miss Erin Says // Jenn’s Blah Blah Blog // SimplyCarmenRenee // Shopping My Closet Womanly Woman // Beyond the Khaki Pants // Palmtrees & Happiness // Coming Up Roses // Pumps and Push-Ups

Giveaway organized by: Oh My Gosh Beck!

Rules: Use the Rafflecopter form to enter daily. Giveaway ends 10/31 and is open worldwide.

CLICK HERE FOR THE RAFFLECOPTER PAGE.

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eShakti Review and GIVEAWAY!

Posted on July 28, 2014 by alexnguyen

Happy first day of the week! Yes, I think I’m a little too cheerful for a Monday, but it’s the last week of summer school! I’m looking forward to my week off doing nothing but planning for this next school year. I know, not much of a summer break. But honestly, I’m excited for my second year teaching at the high school level.

This year is going to be full of fun and excitement! I am…
1. Finishing up BTSA this year
2. The freshmen class advisor
3. Club advisor for 2 clubs

**If you are a fellow teacher, any advice for the newbie? 🙂

OK, enough about me and let’s take a look at this outfit.

I am currently obsessed with the brand eShakti right now. I mean, what store let’s you customize your purchase to your liking? Depending on the design, you can decide on a variety of sleeve type, the length, and the neckline.

How awesome is that? With this particular top I decided to go for the cap sleeve (work appropriate but still flattering to the arms) and kept the length right at my hips (balances my proportions). I’m sad to say that this top is not available anymore on their site, but they have a multitude of other great designs that I am positive you are going to love! Check out their New Arrivals and keep scrolling for a Giveaway!

Top: c/o eShakti {sold out} // Jeans: Gap {on sale for $28!} // Shoes: Talbots {sale for $50!} // Necklace: Talbots – Similar {use code SAACODE20 for 20% off entire order!} // Bracelet: J. Crew // Cuff: Crystal Hexagon Cuff from INPINK ($18) // Ring: Double Druzy Ring {$35} c/o Wrenn Jewelry // Clutch H&M {sold out} – Similar

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GIVEAWAY TIME!

EShakti was generous enough to offer TWO $25 gift cards* to two lucky readers**. Giveaway starts NOW and goes until Tuesday, August 12th at 12AM PST
Click HERE for the rafflecopter page! — You will automatically get $25 just for entering!

Good luck!

*Note: Unlike a gift coupon, a gift card is as good as cash. It can be used over and above any other promotional offer / gift coupon in the same order
**Giveaway is only for U.S. and Canada residents only.

***This post was sponsored by eShakti. All opinions are my own.

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Early or Late // I Couldn’t Wait + GIVEAWAY

Posted on May 29, 2014 by alexnguyen

Man, I’m struggling here. The sun is shining, the beach is calling my name and it doesn’t help that I have some new summer clothes that I want to wear!

I spent this past long weekend visiting my grandparents in LA and came back Monday with just enough time to squeeze in a Memorial Day BBQ before the weekend was up! I know I’m a little late when it comes to posting a Memorial Weekend outfit, but I’m just going to say that this is my exceptionally early July 4th outfit. Hey, if it works, why not? 🙂

STOP!!!!!!!!

If you usually skip my babbling and just scroll through the pictures, hold your horses! Let me tell you about the perfect white blouse I’m wearing. I don’t know about you, but I’ve struggled to find the perfect white sleeveless blouse for awhile. It has to have a pocket, needs to be tapered in a little bit, needs to have a good length to tuck/tie or leave as is…….Guess what? Here it is.

Thank you Boden for coming up with the perfect blouse to start off my summer wardrobe right! If you haven’t checked out Boden yet, now is the time! They have a great collection of apparel that will keep you cool and stylish this summer! {Right now they are having 30% all dresses!}

Keep scrolling down for the Boden giveaway details!

Blouse
Sleeveless Shirt c/o Boden {sale! $40}
{multiple colors and prints available!}

Shorts
Wearing: J. Crew {sale! $50 plus 30% off using code SWEET}

Purse
Wearing: Abaco Paris

Shoes
Wearing: Norway Sandals by MIA {sale! $50}

Necklace
Wearing: J. Crew {sale! $40 plus 30% off using code SWEET}

Hat // Cuff // Scarf
Gifted – Flea Market – Antique Shop

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Boden has generously offered one of my readers $50 credit to kick start the summer right! Just click HERE for the Rafflecopter page to enter! The giveaway is now until June 9th (*Note: Giveaway is for US residents only). Good luck!

Have a wonderful Thursday! 🙂

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All About Chevron

Posted on March 31, 2014 by alexnguyen

Happy Monday!

I hope everyone’s weekend was relaxing and fun! Mine was pretty low key as I kick started my spring break. Surprising and sadly, I don’t have any trips or adventures planned for this week besides doing some spring cleaning and lesson planning. No worries, vacationing at home is always the best. 🙂

I’m not usually the one to wear an all over pattern, but I’m totally diggin’ this dress. Pin up Darling did it again with the Chevron Bow Back Dress. The shift-style shape paired with the long sleeves and soft fabric makes this dress my go to dress because it really does not need much and the bold pattern says it all. 🙂

And did you notice the back of the dress?

Dress:
Chevron Bow Back Dress c/o Pin Up Darling

Necklace
Pink Stone Triple Chain Necklace c/o Kay & Kompany

Rings
Wearing: Madewell

Watch
Wearing: Michel

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And now for the giveaway!

Do you see that necklace I’m wearing? Well, one lucky reader will be able to win it! It’s such a classic design that you can style with just about anything! Just click here to go to the Rafflecopter page. Giveaway ends on April 14th and will be announced on April 15th!

Good Luck!

Reminder: Ora Delphine Giveaway!

Posted on March 17, 2014 by alexnguyen

Only 11 HOURS left to enter the giveaway for your chance to win the Maddi Mini Wristlet from Ora Delphine! Their handbags are made with quality leather and their unique but classic designs will will make you want to showcase it with any and every outfit! (As you can see from my posts 🙂

Click HERE to go to the Rafflecopter Page.

It’s All in the Bag – Ora Delphine

Posted on March 3, 2014 by alexnguyen

Yes, this outfit looks very similar to my New York Wannabe post, but that’s because I wanted you to focus on this gorgeous new bag courtesy of Ora Delphine. The Adele Satchel by Ora Delphine is one to admire and desire because of its sleek design, quality leather, and golden details. You’re going to love the size. Large enough to carry the essentials, plus a tablet, or camera and it has enough pockets to be efficient. Minimalistic. Modern. Classy. And it also comes in a variety of classic colors. I decided to go with purple because it was on the borderline between edgy and neutral.

My outfit posts rarely include handbags, but I think that’s going to change. You’ll be seeing this baby around quite often. 🙂 BTW, if you continue to scroll down, you will have a chance to win a piece from Ora Delphine!

Also, I hope you didn’t miss this number from Wild Butterfly Boutique. Use code ALEX25 for 25% your purchase! (This necklace is now on sale for only $12.99! )

Peplum Shirt
Wearing: Madewell
My Picks: Lulu*s $31 // J. Crew $55 // Madewell $88

Trench
Wearing: Thrifted (Gap)
My Picks: Forever 21 $35 // Gap $98

Pants
Wearing: Gap $70

Boots
Wearing: Arturo Chiang

Necklace
Jasmine Statement Necklace c/o Wild Butterfly Boutique
Get 25% your order using the code ALEX25!

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NOW FOR THE GIVEAWAY!

You have a chance to win your very own Ora Delphine piece! They so generously decided to give one of my blog readers the chance to win the Maddy Mini Wristlet in purple ($125)! This essential accessory is perfect for when you just need to bring just the basics from a night out in the city, or on a trip to the grocery store. Just like the Adele Satchel, the Maddy Wristlet is made with genuine leather and is designed to perfection. I’m kind of disappointed that I can’t enter this giveaway. Ha.

Click HERE to go to the Rafflecopter Page. Quick and easy! You can have up to FIFTEEN entries. Giveaway ends in 2 weeks! Good luck! 🙂

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Reminder: Lulu*s The Great Galentine’s Giveaway: Win Free Dresses for a Year!

Posted on January 28, 2014 by alexnguyen

Just a reminder, LuLu’s is having an opportunity for you to win dresses for a year! This opportunity is still open from now until February 12th, so go on…get to it! And don’t forget to tell your best gal pal as well! You both don’t want to miss this opportunity! Click here!

And isn’t Connie Tang just the cutest?! If you enjoy fresh trendy styles, look to her! I had an awesome time pairing up with her for this Lulu*s Gal Pal extravaganza!

What I’m Wearing:
The Sooner the Sweater Navy Blue Sweater Dress c/o Lulu*s
My Delicious Aveta Black Nubuck Ankle Strap Heels c/o Lulu*s
Clutch: Vintage – stolen from my mom 🙂 — Similar @ Lulu*s
Necklace: Talbots — Similar @ Lulu*s

What Connie’s Wearing:
Rise From the Sashes Red Dress c/o LuLu*s
Grand Together Gold Rhinestone Bracelet c/o Lulu*s
Shoe Republic LA Gemini Black Ankle Strap Heels c/o Lulu*s
Gold Initial Necklace Two Squares Personalize c/o Thought Blossoms
Circle Gold Eternal Hammered Necklace c/o Thought Blossoms.
Alexa Clutch c/o JJ Winters

Lulu*s The Great Galentine’s Giveaway: Win Free Dresses for a Year!

Posted on January 21, 2014 by alexnguyen

I had the great privilege of collaborating with Lulu*s and a fellow blogger Connie Tang (an awesomely extreme fashionista, I might add 🙂 ) to bring you this amazing chance to win dresses for a year! Scroll down for more details! 🙂

Photos by Christine Sauveur

What I’m Wearing
That’s a Wrap Burgundy Polka Dot Long Sleeve Dress c/o Lulu*s
Anne Michelle Spiral 11 Black and Gold Cutout Pointed Pumps c/o Lulu*s
Just My Typewriter Gold A Necklace c/o Lulu*s
MICHELE Two Tone Watch
White Gold All In One Bag from GiGi New York

What Connie’s Wearing
A Sight to be Seam Royal Blue Skater Dress c/o Lulu*s
Shoe Republic Mustard Snake and Suede High Heels c/o Lulu*s
Sunny Side Strut Grey and Yellow Necklace c/o Lulu*s
Catching Fire Yellow Rhinestone Cuff c/o Lulu*s
Glint ‘Anaconda’ Metal Clutch from Nordstrom

Valentine’s day may be coming up quick but here at LuLu*s, Galentine’s day reigns supreme!! Forget the flowers and treat yourself to a year of fresh frocks! LuLu*s is giving away one free dress a month to one lucky gal (and her best pal) for all of 2014! Follow the link to enter and refer your best gal pal with your custom generated link for a chance to WIN: http://bit.ly/dressesforayear!!

The contest runs from now until February 12th, 2014 and the winner will be posted February 15th, 2014!

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I hope one of you wins! 🙂

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DIY Fridays – Magnetic Bottle Caps (Plus my first Giveaway!)

Posted on December 13, 2013 by alexnguyen

So I keep getting requests for DIY projects, so here you go! Look out every Friday for a post about little projects and/or activities that you can do over the weekend to get your crafting-fix. These projects may be something that I personally have done, or something that I found randomly that I thought you might enjoy.

Today’s post is about a project that I did a couple years ago for my family for Christmas. I come from a humungous family and so it’s hard and expensive to buy everyone gifts. So that year, I decided to make something sentimental as well as cost efficient — Bottlecap Magnets!

You can fill the bottle caps with any picture/paper you want! And if you get the bottle caps that fan out, it makes a great “frame”.

*For these I used Izze bottle caps because they were twist offs. Notice that they don’t fan out.

*These I bought online (link below)

Materials:
1. Bottle Caps (You can either save them or buy them!)
2. 1-inch circle punch
3. Resin (can be found at Michael’s)
4. Plastic cup and spoon
5. Tupperware or box of some sort as a cover
6. Hot Glue
7. Mini Circular magnets (can be found at Michael’s)

DIRECTIONS:
1. Using the circle punch, punch out pictures and/or pretty paper.

2. Follow instructions on the Resin bottles to create the mixture.

3. Place the paper circles that you just punched out into the bottle caps. Carefully pour the resin into the bottle cap. I suggest using a plastic spoon to pour it in so that you won’t be in danger of having an overflow.

4. Make sure that there are no air bubbles by breathing on them. Yes, I said breathing. The heat from your breath will smooth out the bubbles. (Keep an eye out. You may need to do this every so often just to make sure the bubbles don’t come back.)

5. Place the tupperware or box of some sort over them to keep dirt and other air particles from ruining it. You will probably have to wait overnight or a day or two to make sure it sets completely.
6. After it sets, hot glue the circular magnets onto the back, and there you go!

Packaging ideas: Check out Thrifty and Thriving and how she packages her homemade magnets. Also, she uses clear marbles to make her magnets instead. Check it out!

*Sorry for the lack of step-by-step pictures. If you come across any problems while doing the project, feel free to contact me!

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GIVEAWAY

Now for the giveaway! Christmas is around the corner and so I am offering my readers a chance to win a great stocking stuffer!

This giveaway is for a set of 3 handmade blank cards and envelopes from Cross And Dot. They are hand-stamped and embossed and definitely made with love. 🙂

* Only the “Bicycle” set is part of the giveaway. Sorry!

To Enter:

1. Like the Snippetswithalex Facebook Page.
2. Leave a comment on this post with your name, email, and your favorite Snippetswithalex blogpost thus far and why.
3. For an extra entry, share the Facebook page on your FB timeline!

Giveaway will end Tuesday, Dec. 17th and the winner will be posted on Wednesday, Dec. 18 and will receive their gift in the mail in time for Christmas!

Happy Holidays!

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Tag Archives: giveaway

Florals for Fall – Inspired by Glamour

Coat Time + $300 Kate Spade Giveaway!

eShakti Review and GIVEAWAY!

Early or Late // I Couldn’t Wait + GIVEAWAY

All About Chevron

Reminder: Ora Delphine Giveaway!

It’s All in the Bag – Ora Delphine

Reminder: Lulu*s The Great Galentine’s Giveaway: Win Free Dresses for a Year!

Lulu*s The Great Galentine’s Giveaway: Win Free Dresses for a Year!

DIY Fridays – Magnetic Bottle Caps (Plus my first Giveaway!)