Newport for the Weekend!

Happy Friday Everyone! Thanks so much to everyone who entered the amazing Whitney English Giveaway, it was so fab, I wish I could have entered! I will be picking a winner this weekend!

I am off to Newport, RI today to attend the wedding of one of the boyf's best friends from college! It should be fabulous, it is at a beautiful resort on the water, and the boyf will be in a tux -- so handsome! Remember to follow me on twitter for pics and musings from the wedding this weekend!

The wedding will be held at this resort!

AMAZING Whitney English Giveaway!

I am so very excited to host this amazing giveaway from Whitney English Paper! The giveaway set is huge, the winning package includes a Clipboard that comes with 75 personalized Note Sheets, personalized foldover Note Cards, personalized Calling Cards and a personalized monogrammed candle all in the "Sport Stripe Pink"! It's a super preppy set -- LOVE IT!

Whitney English paper has been a favorite of mine for some time -- I love the whimsical designs and classic monogram styles. She has something for everyone from Personalized Stationery to Save the Date Cards to File Folders to keep you organized! Be sure to check out the Whitney English website, I am loving the Holiday Photo Card Options for the Boyf and I!

And there is more...The next time you shop at the Lemon Tree Paperie you will save 15% on your order when you enter "KAG15" at checkout!

The giveaway set includes:

Sport Stripe Pink Clipboard with 75 Personalized Note Sheets

Sport Stripe Pink Personalized Fold Over Note

Sport Stripe Pink Personalized Calling Card

Coordinating Personalized Candle in Sport Stripe Pink

To Enter:

1.) Pop over to the Lemon Tree Paperie and then come back and leave a comment by Thursday, October 29th, by 8pm EST and tell me which Whitney English note card design is your favorite. Make sure you put your email address or link to your blog so I can find you for 1 Entry!

2.) Tweet about my giveaway with a link to this post & also my twitter ID, @KAG24, for 2 entries

3.) Add my address to your Blog Roll or become a follower for 3 entries

4.) Write a post about my giveaway on your blog for 4 entries

*ALL comments, tweets and blog posts must be completed by Thursday, October 29th at 8pm EST*

All Occasion Stationery Box Set by Kate Spade!

I'm obsessed!

Crane's has come out with a tres fab set of boxed stationery by Kate Spade!

Love, love, love it!

Crane's Description: never be at a loss for words (or something to send them on). this all-occasion greeting card gift set has nearly every sentiment covered and does it all with style and color. you get 3 each of 5 designs all with matching lined envelopes. the entire set comes in a crisp brown box with tabbed dividers to help keep your thoughts in order.

Kate Spade All Occasion Stationery Box Set -- $35

Pink Product of the Day:

Tommy Hilfiger Pink Alexandria Watch --

30% of sales go to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation!

Blog Sale Featuring Vera Bradley!

Well I am following in the footsteps of many blogging friends, I have decided to part with some favorites and have a blog sale. I am starting the sale with two Vera Bradley Bags - they are wonderful bags! Both have barley been used but are without tags. For more information please email me at monogramsmartinis@gmail.com --I will be happy to send more pictures or answer any questions you might have!

I am shipping ASAP via UPS.

Buyers are responsible for the shipping cost of $5.

The Little Betsy Bag - Retails for $59, it can be yours for $27!

This very cute Vera Bradley backpack can be yours for $20!

New Bib Necklaces from A. Tierney & 30% OFF!

Bib Necklaces are all the rage right now! They are the definition of a statement piece, these are all you need to make even the simplest outfit pop. Alyssa founder & designer of A. Tierney has created the cutest bib necklaces for Fall and of course she priced the necklaces amazingly! These necklaces are a must-have for any wardrobe! The most exciting part--

A.Tierney has a Friends & Family event going on right now!

Receive 30% off when you enter FFF09 at checkout --

offer is valid until 10-27-09 at midnight! Get Shopping!

Flower Bib Necklace from A. Tierney! Only $38

Resin Bib Necklaces from A. Tierney! Only $28!

*A. Tierney Bib Necklaces tie behind the neck, which means they are adjustable!

The Look for Less! Tiffany Key Necklace!

I am usually very against "knock off" products but there is an exception for everything. I think the Tiffany Key Collection is a perfect example of when to break the rules. Tiffany's Key Pendants are very expensive and I personally think this look will come and go. But it does look oh so cute on and I just LOVED when Blair wore it on Gossip Girl! Well now you can add this tres fab pendant to your costume jewelry collection. Overstock Jeweler has a spot on replica, take a look! Nothing compares to the real thing, but this comes pretty close!

Tiffany KEY Collection

Blair wearing the Tiffany Key Necklace!

Overstock Jeweler's Tiffany Inspired Key Necklace for only $34.99

Pink Product of the Day:

Marimekko for Avon --

$6.24 from each sale to the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade

Thought of the Day...

Tough Times Never Last...

Tough People Do...

Plum Lipstick - Yay or Nay?!

It seems that plum lip shades are the the head-turning color this fall.

I am not sure how I feel about the chic new color -- what do you all think?!

Megan Fox wearing a plum shade!

Pink Product of the Day:

Estee Lauder Lip Set--

$500,000 of sales go The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Back in Boston!

And I am back...I swear this month is flying by -- I just can't seem to catch up. I had such an amazing time in Chicago this weekend, it was so great to see so many of my friends. Well I have so much to do today but I wanted to share a few pics from this past weekend!

BFF KEB & I -- Her father is running for Governor of IL and

she started a blog telling the tales of life on the campaign train. Love it!

Most of the girls! We had so much fun!!!

And I'm Off...Again!

Well I am doing a whole lot of traveling this month. I just got back from FL on Monday and I am now off to Chicago! I am very excited because I know I will have a tres fab time in the Windy City. My girlfriends and I are all heading out to Chi-Town to celebrate our friend LK's birthday! I am so excited to see the city and party with the girls.

Remember to Follow me on Twitter (@KAG24)

for fun pics and updates from my weekend in Chicago!

Love the "Cloud Gate" sculpture in Chi-Town!

Pink Ribbon Cords to Save the Tata's!

Well you all know the the Boyf's company, Castaway Clothing, sells fabulous embroidered product. They also are doing their part to save the Tata's! For Breast Cancer Awareness, Castaway Clothing created the Pink Ribbon Cords, available in pants and skirts! How cute?! 20% of proceeds from the Pink Ribbon Collection will be donated to the Susan G. Komen foundation! So save the Tata's (or 2nd base as the Boyf likes to say) and shop for a cause!

Beachcomber Cord Boot Cut Jean Pink Ribbon

Beachcomber Cocktail Skirt Pink Ribbon

Pumpkin Cupcakes w/ Cream Cheese Frosting!

I, like most of you, just LOVE cupcakes! There is no better sweet treat! Well, Real Simple Magazine had the most wonderful recipe for Pumpkin Cupcakes - YUM!

They scream Fall, I cannot wait to bake these!

Ingredients

• 1 18.5-ounce box yellow cake mix (plus the ingredients called for in the package directions)
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree
• 2 8-ounce bars cream cheese, at room temperature
• 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 24 pieces candy corn

• Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350° F. Line two 12-cup muffin tins with paper liners. Prepare the cake mix as directed but with the following change: Add the pumpkin pie spice and substitute the can of pumpkin puree for the water called for in the package directions.
  2. Divide the batter among the prepared muffin tins and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean, 18 to 22 minutes. Let cool.
  3. Meanwhile, using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Spread on the cupcakes and top each with a piece of candy corn.

*Recipe and picture from Real Simple Magazine

Pink Product of the Day:

Linnea's Lights Candle in Tuberose --

10% of proceeds go to the Susan G. Komen Foundation

Periwinkle!

I received such a treat when I arrived home from FL yesterday! A package from Periwinkle had arrived! Caroline who owns the boutique was so sweet and sent me my very own monogrammed cosmetic case -- see the picture below! How cute?! I am going to be ordering a ton of these darling bags as gifts for friends and family for the holiday season. You simply must head over to Periwinkle and check out the amazing products, they have everything a monogram lover could ever want! I have found my new gifting source - very excited!

The Liz Cosmetic Case in Orange with a Navy Monogram --

Tres Classic!

Pink Product of the Day:

Lace up for the Cure! New Balance's Pink Sneaks!

And I'm Back!

Well the weather in Boston is a very rude awakening from the sunny 90 degree weather I had in FL this weekend! My girlfriends and I had an amazing time, it was so good to see each other and catch up! Hope you all had a tres fab weekend, it's back to reality for this girl!

Me and KGD!

BAG and KB!

View from the Condo!

The amazing beach!

Heading South!

Well I am heading south to Florida for the long weekend! I am so excited to have a weekend in the sun with some of my best friends! This is our 2nd annual girls weekend and I hope it becomes a constant tradition! I am going to be running around like a mad woman today trying to get everything together. I know I will be bringing my staple Calypso dresses and I think my new fav J. Mclaughlin dress. And of course some Jack Rogers! I want to pack light as I will just be there for the weekend! Wishing everyone a tres fab long weekend! What are your plans?!

Remember to follow me on Twitter (@KAG24)

for fun pics and updates from FL this weekend!

Longchamp Trolley - best carry on ever!

All my 'Nova girls in FL last October!

Pink Product of the Day:

Pink Ribbon Orchid by Proflowers:

10% of sales goes to Susan G. Komen for the Cure

I Heart Winter Neutrals!

Maybe I am a bit premature but I love Winter Whites and Neutrals.

It is such a classic look!

I can't wait to grab some of my picks below!

"Track" Boots by Franco Sarto - I heart suede riding boots!

Love this Leather Bag by Tommy Hilfiger!

Def would take off the huge TH tag though!

Love these White Cords! How cute is the bow sash!

Iconic Trench in Winter White! Love it!

Pink Product of the Day:

Pretty Floral Nesting Bowls by Spoon Sisters:

10% of sales benefits the Continuum Cancer Centers of New York!

Pumpkin Powder - Pretty Fun!

I just love pumpkins, in pie and on my face! Pumpkin contains vitamins A and C and can keep you looking young! In honor of fall, treat yourself to this at home face mask, it's easy as pie!

Mix Together:

1/2 cup canned pumpkin

1/4 cup bentonite clay

1 tbsp honey

2 tbsp water

1 tbsp almond oil

2 tsp cinnamon

Apply evenly to your face or anywhere else you'd like to smooth. Leave on for 10 minutes before rinsing. Almond oil moisturizes, clay draws out impurities, honey replenishes collagen and cinnamon improves circulation!

Pink Product of the Day:

Red Envelope - Pretty Pink Jewelry Box:

Shop our Pink Ribbon collection and we'll donate 10% of the proceeds to the Susan G. Komen

for the Cure®, an organization dedicated to a world without breast cancer.

Fold-Up Ballet Flats!

I don't know about all of you, but when I wear heels out, by the end of the night I am dreaming about my Reva flats. Well I have found the next best thing! Yosi Samra fold-up ballet flats!

How amazing, I am going to throw a pair in my Louis Speedy

and hit the town!

I think these are a girl's best friend!

Samara fold-up flats in Bronze!

Pink Product of the Day:

Tory Burch Colin Vest!

During October, 15% of the proceeds will go to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Twitter Giveaway!

Follow me on twitter and retweet about this giveaway and let me know (@KAG24)! This is a wonderful book on Etiquette and it is pink for

Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

Good Luck!

UPDATE: Congrats to @legallyfab1 for winning my 1st Twitter Giveaway! xoxox

Deals & Steals!

I am always looking for deals while shopping these days and the items below are simply amazing. Especially LOVE the riding boots for only $69 --

riding boots are a much needed staple in every fall wardrobe!

Wishing everyone a tres fab weekend!

I unfortunately will be in class all weekend :(

Make sure to follow me on twitter to keep up with my rants,

I am also going to be doing a twitter giveaway!

Jonathan Martin Tricolor Dress - only $89!

American Living Boots for JC Penny! Were $99 now only $69

Pink Product of the Day:

Foodie File from Sugar Paper -

10% of sales go to the Susan G. Komen Foundation

Color of the Moment!

Well Autumn is here and that means my weekly manicure colors are getting a little deeper! I am usually an Essie girl but last weekend I fell in love with OPI's Espana Collection -- and especially one color in particular, No Spain No Gain!

I have been getting compliments on my polish all week!

You simply must check it out at your local nail salon -

I think it is the perfect shade for fall!

No Spain No Gain!

Barefoot in Barcelona, Can You Tapas This? Give Me Moor!

Pink Flamenco, No Spain No Gain, Ate Berries in the Canaries.

The OPI Espana Collection!

Pink Product of the Day: