Wrapping It Up!

I am in love with this glittery ribbon and snowflake wrapping paper from Crate&Barrel. It is beautiful, and I love the idea of monochromatic yet multidimensional looking gifts under the Christmas tree.

Buy the ribbon here. Buy the giftwrap here. Buy the gift tags here.

Must-Have #6

With the Holidays fast approaching, we'll all be heading off to plenty of parties that will be an excuse to get a little extra dressy. This is why every woman needs this Must-Have item.

#6 Jeweled Evening Bag

Why jeweled, you ask? Well, jewels aren't so important as flirty and feminine details that make the bag interesting, or exquisite like this one from Banana Republic. The bejeweled portion is pictured in detail below. It comes in red (an online exclusive color), smoky topaz (not pictured), gray and black, and can be yours for $89.50. It's perfect for dressing up a casual outfit, or carrying while fully glammed up for a party. I especially want the red one!

Must-Have #5

#5 Spectator Pumps

I am absolutely in love with these shoes, whether they are in-style or not, because they're CLASSICS. You see Bette Davis step off to board her cruise ship in Now, Voyager or you see Julia Roberts wearing them to the polo match in Pretty Woman. They clearly stand the test of time.

You can try them as a Mary Jane, or a flat, and they come in plenty of colors besides black & white (see images below). However, I am a self-professed traditionalist, and I definitely prefer the classic pump shown above.

Must-Have #4

With Winter quickly blowing into town, outerwear becomes more and more important. Everyone needs a good coat that can make the transition from Autumn to Winter to Spring, and that brings me to the Must-Have 3-season coat.

#4 Pea Coat

Originally designed for Sailors in the Navy, the Pea Coat is probably the most classic coat you can incorporate into your wardrobe. It's got beautiful lines, big buttons, and traditionally comes in black or navy blue but is now available in a wide array of colors like this red version from The Gap. My favorite versions are made of wool, which is traditional. It is also the warmest, but don't be afraid to try the Pea Coat in a myriad of different materials!

Must-Have #3

Sunglasses are important no matter what season it is. First and foremost, they protect your eyes from harsh sunlight, but they also prevent you from squinting which reduces the appearance of fine lines or "crow's feet" around your eyes. Not to mention, Rachel Zoe calls them your "Ultimate Do-Not-Disturb Sign." With the right outfit, they have the ability to transform you from the girl on her way to the office to Jackie O. Which brings me to the third Must-Have item.

#3 Tortoise Shell Sunglasses

The reason I love Tortoise Shell so much is that it is versatile. It goes with black, brown, navy blue, or any other color. It also works beautifully on people with any hair color or complexion. These are both from Target. Here are the links to the first and second images. Both are $16.99 and would be excellent stocking stuffers.

Note: People only associate sunglasses with Summer, but when the sun is reflecting on all that white snow, the light can be even brighter in the Winter!

Must-Have #2

#2 A Matching Luggage Set

I am someone who takes a very traditional viewpoint on luggage. It should always come in a matching set. Those with an eclectic style may see things differently, and that's totally fine! Other musts for luggage is that it must be durable, good-quality, and easily identifiable.

In the end, I would prefer a four-piece set, but I found the most gorgeous 3-piece set from a company called SteamLine Luggage that looks too vintage and beautiful to pass up! It's called The Editor Series, and is available in a vanity case, a carry-on, and a stowaway. It's a bit pricy, so if you find something like it for half the cash, let me know!

Must-Have #1

I have always been very interested in Must-Have pieces for women in terms of both fashion and accessories. I received Nina Garcia's book, The One Hundred last year as a gift, and it completely inspired me. Though I don't feel that I need everything in that book, there are certain things she hit right on the head, so I have decided to start dedicating posts to my own personal Must-Have items in no particular order.

#1 Bright Leather Gloves

Why? Because there is nothing more luxe than a pair of leather gloves that are softer than butter, and keep your fingers toasty during the harsh winter months, while also making you look fabulous. I like them in bright colors because they are chic, unexpected, and instantly transform your black wool coat into an outerwear ensemble.

The gloves pictured above are from Tommy Hilfiger, and are lined with cashmere. The little bows on them are a detail that takes them from ordinary to extraordinary! I saw them on The Cut this morning, and fell in love. Also, if leather is not your thing, there are plenty of faux options that are just as soft and equally as beautiful.

Bump It Up!

So, we all know I am obsessed with anything vintage and old fashioned, and I've always secretly hoped that I could have hair like these photos. So, I saw one of those "Bump It" kits at Target and I bought it! It was only 10 dollars, and I can't wait for an excuse to wear it.

So totally going to pretend I'm in a 60s Girl Group.

Poster Design

Below is an image I've been working on today for Off The Lake Productions. It advertises their Autumn cabaret show, which is titled "Our Junk" this year.

Beautiful Boudior

At the end of a stressful day, I come home to a fairly messy apartment, a disorganized kitchen and an unmade bed in a room filled with clutter! I am in desperate need of a bedroom makeover to create a serene, relaxing place that's all my own. That's where I found some inspiration photos from HGTV came in handy. Their article, 12 Stylish, Sexy Bedrooms provided me with plenty of inspiration.

This bedroom is more like the size of a large studio apartment! But I love how lavish it feels with the abundance of furniture, plush pillows, and greenery.

I love how a lot of the rooms featured in the article use a mainly monochromatic color palette to make the bedrooms seem like beautiful and calm places to crash after work, family, and everything else we do during the day!

What are your suggestions for beautifying your bedroom?

Strictly Ornamental

I am absolutely in love with this piece from Crate&Barrel. It's a centerpiece, or a mantlepiece that you hang ornaments on. I want one for the mantle of my non-working fireplace this Christmas.

This little beauty can be yours for about $45.00. Just provide your own ornaments!

Do you believe in Magic?

Isn't the packaging for Apples Magic Mouse just so beautiful? I would love to have some conversations with their designers, and just siphon information out of them!

Giving Thanks

It is November, and that means that it's time to start thinking about our tablescapes for probably the biggest family feast of the year! As I was growing up, my mother always set the table so beautifully for Thanksgiving, which was hosted at our house every year. Some of my best holiday memories are of Thanksgivings around the kids table in the kitchen (which I still sit at, by the way) that my mother always decorated just as beautifully as the adult table in the dining room.

This picture is from the Country Living Website, where there are lots of gorgeous Autumnal table ideas for you to check out!

Gorgeous Bedroom

I love this bed from Crate&Barrel but I especially love the styling of the room around it! Hello, that pink chair? I would totally buy this if it wasn't over 1,000 dollars. And the room, well the great thing about being a designer is that you can copy any look on a budget.

A New Season for Jenna Sais Quois

I hope you all had a wonderful Halloween! I love the month of October so much, but I can't suppress the pang of excitement I get when I see the holiday decorations pop up in stores and online! It's like November 1st is the start of an entirely new season. And in my personal life, it is the start of something new as well! Brian and I mutually decided to go our separate ways after a year and nine months together. I truly feel that it is the best thing for both of us, and wish him the best of luck on his grad school endeavors in Atlanta. 

I, on the other hand, will be back to blogging, and getting excited about the string of my favorite holidays: Thanksgiving, my Birthday (a holiday to me!) and Christmas! And I have already been scoping out some fabulous Holiday items to blog about.

The image above is from Crate&Barrel and their felt holiday collection, Cheers feels so warm and almost handmade, which is great for a family! Check out the stockings, tree skirt, pillow, and my favorite, the garland!