ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK

I lied already in this post, orange isn't the new black... but it is a fun color for summer. And with Orange is the New Black season 2 hitting Netflix this Friday, I've got orange on my mind.

Orange always brings me good reminders - Nickelodeon (90s kid here!), my favorite fruit, and of course, one of my favorite shows. So while I'm sitting on my couch this weekend binge watching with a glass of wine, I'll be sure to trade in my usual black attire for my orange best. It is finally summer after all, right?

Here is some orange inspiration that I'm currently loving!

1. Scarlet Nile Drops ($38.00) - BaubleBar, 2. Philly Dress ($597.00) - Alice + Olivia, 3. Georgia Duffle Bag ($148.00) - French Connection, 4. Petite Flower Lace Tee ($76.00) - Topshop, 5. Smocked Waist Play Shorts ($112.20) - Alice + Olivia, 6. Coral and Opal Drop Necklace ($88.00) - Capwell & Co, 7. Deux Lux Karma Clutch ($115.00) - Shopbop, 8. Cord Lace Pencil Skirt ($120.00) - Topshop, 9. Chuffed Nail Lacquer ($15.00) - butter LONDON, 10. Veronique Gladiator Sandals ($49.99) - Nine West, 11. We're Back Lipstick in Tangerine Dream by MAC ($16.00) - Nordstrom.

x Jill.

STYLING ANASTASIA CHATZKA AW13 - THE LOLO DRESS

It's another round of Anastasia Chatzka's Autumn/Winter 2013! 

We loved accessorizing the Lolo Dress with Organza Overlay! The bright color quickly caught our eye (a change of pace for us) and the easy-to-wear silhouette is great for every body shape. Paired with a vintage pearl and chain necklace, we've created a classy look that can easily transition from day to night.

Jill is also wearing Badgley Mischka heels, a bright clutch, and makeup from butter LONDON Bespoke Colour Cosmetics in CHEEKY Cream Blush Abbey Rose and CHEEKY Cream Blush Pistol Pink for lips.

And since we're jumping into color, why not go all out with nails? Jill played around with Jaded Jack Nail Lacquer, Brown Sugar Nail Lacquer, and Pistol Pink Nail Lacquer.

How do you add pops of color to your looks?

Jess & Jill

STYLING ANASTASIA CHATZKA AW13 - THE DARIA DRESS

After viewing Anastasia Chatzka's Autumn/Winter 2013 collection at her shop, Anastasia, we just had to get our hands on a few pieces. How could we resist?

Last week we picked and styled our favorite Anastasia Chatzka duds and decked Jill out from head to toe! And what better way to get fully dolled up than with butter LONDON Bespoke Colour Cosmetics?

For this look, Jill wore the Daria Pleated Back Dress, Michael by Michael Kors heels, WINK Eye Pencil Indigo Punk, CHEEKY Cream Blush Naughty Biscuit, and LIPPY Sheer Gloss Tipple.

Also wearing a gold with crystals bracelet from Love & Pieces.

Also wearing a gold with crystals bracelet from Love & Pieces.

If you couldn't tell by all the twirling, this flirty and whimsical dress was the most fun to wear. Best described as modern day fairy tale attire (Cinderella's closets got nothing on this dress), the back details and basque waist were our favorite parts.

Stay tuned for two more looks we've put together!

Jess & Jill

CHATTING WITH KATIE HUGHES OF BUTTER LONDON

Ever wonder who has the awesome job of naming, deliberating on, and testing nail polishes? Meet the woman behind the dream, Katie Hughes.

Katie is butter LONDON's Global Colour Ambassador and has been touring the country to introduce ULTA customers to butter LONDON's newest Bespoke Colour Cosmetics Collection. I had the chance to chat a little girl talk with Katie last week, and besides learning that my favorite nail polish brand has a lovely, funny chick behind them, I picked up some tips and tricks on nail art. Who knew an old mascara brush could create such amazing detail?

I've been testing out their newest products since my meet with Katie and I love them just as much as I love their polish. They're so much fun to mix and experiment with, and perfect to add a pop of color to your look. Their WINK Cream Eye Shadow Alabaster Glaze has been a daily staple for me, and is also great to use as a highlighter.

Be on the lookout for these products in future posts... they'll be getting a lot of usage!

x Jill

THE PERFECT GIFT GUIDE

The last weekend before Christmas is upon us! You know what that means... Time to finish off that gift list! Having a hard time figuring out what to get? Skip those gift cards and get the perfect gift just for them. Whether they're an Earth-conscious friend, an upcoming bride, a little sis starting college, or a new mom - there is something they need and want.

Apple & Bee Organic Cotton Canvas Tote ($37.00) - Nordstrom, SPROUT Watches Cork Dial Strap Watch ($50.00) - Nordstrom, Vegan Ultrabalm ($13.95) - LUSH, Dogeared 'Mind, Body & Spirit' Om Pendant Necklace ($62.00) - Nordstrom, Pure Balance Water Bottle ($28.00) - Lululemon, Peace On Earth Print Yoga Mat ($21.98) - Gaiam

Butter Bride ($42.00) - butter LONDON, Brushed Silver Wall Frames ($24.95 - $39.95) - Crate & Barrel, Monogrammable Herringbone Stripe Hand Towel ($10.00) - West Elm, Mr. and Mrs. Muse Mug ($24.00) - Jonathan Adler, Philosophy 'Love Sweet Love' Layering Gift Set ($49.50) - Sephora, Nestled Ring Dish ($10.00) - Anthropologie

Packable Backpack ($88.00) - Marc by Marc Jacobs, 'Home Sweet Dorm' Print ($15.00) - Amanda Catherine Designs, Pocket Hard Cover Daily Planner ($16.95) - Moleskin, Red Cable Photo Cord ($6.95) - CB2, Over-The-Door Vanity Station ($59.00 - On Sale!) - Urban Outfitters, iHome Portable Speaker ($39.99 - On Sale!) - Best Buy, Kate Spade New York Composition Notebook iPad Case ($85.00) - Bloomingdale's

I'm A Parent? Guided Journal ($16.00) - Knock Knock, Timi & Leslie 'Charlie' Diaper Bag ($159.99) - Nordstrom, Desert Rose Frame ($28.00) - Anthropologie, Healthy Skin Essential Every Night ($72.00) - Kiehl's, Initial+Birthstone Necklace ($48.00) - Objets d'Envy, Eileen Fisher Wool & Cashmere Knit Poncho Sweater ($142.00 - On Sale!) - Saks Fifth Avenue

Who do you have left on your list?

XO Jess

WINTER POLISH

We love nail polish, we really do. Take a quick trip to our Instagram and you'll see that Jess never leaves the house without her nails painted and Jill loves to get creative with her designs and never sticks to just one color. There's a lot of brands out there and a whole lot of colors. Heck, I have a whole bin full of polishes that are just a few shades different from another and some that I've only used once. But it's an addiction I don't plan to kick! With winter almost here, it's time for new collections to hit the shelves and end up in your beauty bags. Here's a few of my newest favorite colors.

Deborah Lippmann 'She's Always A Woman' Mini-Set Collection

My Prerogative | Putty In Your Hands | Raspberry Beret

$25 for the mini-set, more sets here.

OPI 'Skyfall' Collection

The Living Daylights | Skyfall | The World Is Not Enough

$8.50 Each

Butter London Holiday Lacquer Collection

Fiddlesticks | Scuppered | Jack The Lad | Fairy Cake | Scallywag

$14 Each

Zoya Ornate Holiday Winter Collection

Logan | Electra | Blaze

$8 Each

Essie Winter Collection

Butler Please | She's Pampered | Where's My Chauffer

$8 Each

My favorite place to get nail polish is Nordstrom! You can find the brands I mentioned above along with Chanel, Dior and more! What's your favorite brand of nail colors?

XO Jess