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Play All The Hits

Investment Piece: Playing All the hits

Investment Piece; Playing all the Hits

She fought it at first. That feeling that things were over. After all, she was amazing and he should be grateful for that. The dull pain took away her desire to sing, and to tell her stories. But then, time passed. She calmed down. It dawned on her that the best thing that he ever did was leave her alone.
And after time, her voice returned, as did her passion. She began to sing again, and to play all the hits.
Maybe he didn’t love the way that she told the story of she and him? That was his problem.
She was singing, telling the tale, playing all the hits.

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Wearing all black isn’t only chic and slimming, it hides things like spilling your holiday cheer on you. Just keep that in mind this holiday season. And as for hits, is there a better one? I can’t think of a time when all black wouldn’t be great!
Are socks with heels a thing we do? I asked that question when I first started this blog, and the answer was a resounding yes. You can see for yourself here.
And socks with something to say? I’m in!
(If you can’t quite tell, these say “Aurevior Asshole”. Break-up socks if I ever saw them. These are MOTHER, not just great jeans and can be found here)

This look is not only perfect for work, cocktails, and holiday parties when you just aren’t in the mood, but for when the new year comes and you have things on your mind.

I’ve linked pieces below for your shopping pleasure. Play those hits!
Xo RA

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CyberSales

Maybe your holiday and Black Friday didn’t get you all the shopping you wanted. Maybe you’re just attempting to make this Monday back from a holiday pass a little more easily. No matter what your maybe is, I’ve got a sale for that. It is the holiday season after all!

Below find my picks from the CyberSales happening today!
Happy Shopping!!

Xo RA

Investment Piece: CyberMonday Sales

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Nordstrom
Up to 60% off on select styles!
Also, receive a $50 gift card for every $250 spent to use in January!

Amazon Fashion
Don’t sleep on Amazon! Their selection of clothes and shoes is top notch, and let’s not get mad at how quickly the deliver!

Madewell
Recieve up to 30% off your entire purchase with the code SHOPALLDAY

Banana Republic
Take 50% off of everything. This should get a lot of shopping in!

And of course, if you need help navigating your holiday shopping, CyberSales, or any shopping, remember my personal shopping services are open!

I’d love to know: what did you get this year at the CyberSales?
Xo RA

Black Friday Sales

It’s the day! Well, maybe you’ve been getting sale emails all week, BUT, it’s finally the day! It’s Black Friday and the official start of holiday shopping. It’s a great day to get deals for you, and for all of the presents you’re going to be giving! I’ve picked out some of my favorite things that just happen to be on sale-perfect for us and perfect for others!

Happy shopping!

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MOTHER
Some of the best jeans I own, and up to 70% off

JCREW
Everything is 40% off (yes, including sales) with the code TOGETHER

Net-A-Porter
This Black Friday Sale has a little bit of everything! Desginer Steals, Basics under $100, just making my picks was difficult. We can buy it all, right?

ShopBop
Not only Black Friday, but a buy more, save more sale!
Investment Piece: Black Friday Sales

I’d love to know: where are you shopping this Black Friday?
Xo RA

And loves: a note about posting! It is that time of year: gift guides and sales will be filling up all of your feeds. And we will have our fair share. You’ll get my take on what to buy this year, for both presents and on sale, mixed with our outfit posts and Sunday Chronicles. The best way to stay in the loop? Sign up for our newsletter (get everything right in your inbox!). On every look and shopping option, there is a chance for you to save it for later (the little heart), that way you can know if there is a second discount, etc. My personal shopping services are still open if you need help managing this time of year. Let’s get to shopping!

What to Wear: Holidays

What are you wearing? I ask myself this question multiple times a day. And, if we have plans, I’ll ask you what you’re wearing, too.
Especially during the holiday season.
Tis the season of plans, from grand parties to little get togethers, and tis also the season of looking merry at work. The eternal question being: what to wear?

I’ve had years that have been full of holiday plans almost every night of the season. Then there have been years that are light on plans, but I still wanted to look like I was celebrating, or at least in the mood to celebrate.

I’ve given it some thought, and I’ve come up with a Holiday What to Wear Guide. From party outfits, to pieces that make the work day bearable, this is what I’m going to wear. What about you?

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Suits
Investment Piece: What to Wear: Holiday
From solid to sparkly, any cut, any fit, a great suit is a holiday must. They bring a sophistication to your look, can be worn as seperates, and make the question what to wear a simple one. HM has some great ones in their holiday collection, and they only get better from there. Here are a few of my faves:

Velvet
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From dresses and skirts to shirts and accents. Velvet says holiday season. (It can also keep you warm!) Another plus- it’s office friendly, but takes you into any celebration! Here are some of my velvet picks:

Sequins
Investment Piece: How to Sparkle
If there were ever a time for sequins, this is it. Pants (even sweatpants), tops, skirts, anything that can sparkle-you should let it. Here are some of my sequin picks:

Metallics
Investment Piece, fashion blogger, golden monochrome, high fashion, Sugar High LoveStoned, Stephen Spillman, high fashion, CA, TX
Like Sequins, but a bit more neutral (yes, gold is a neutral). Here are are some of my picks:

Holiday Colors
Investment Piece: How to Holdiay Red and Sparkle
Reds, Greens, Plaids, Blues. Anything goes, and anything can be festive! That being said, I have a thing for plaids and reds, they just feel good to me when I do holiday wear. Here are some of my faves:

Now that we covered what to wear this holiday season, I’d love to know: what are your picks?
Xo RA

I’ll Take Both

Investment Piece: I'll take both

Choices.
She was faced with them day in and day out. How to be-soft or hard. What to wear-pants or dress. To be sweet or to be strong. What boundaries to set.
There were days when this task was easy. She knew who she was, and what she wanted.
There were days when this choice was difficult. Choosing one meant denying a part of herself, and feeling torn was not something she loved.
Hard. Soft.
Pants. Skirt.
She was both, she loved both.
So, she took a deep breath and said:
“I’ll take both”.

And she lived happily ever after.
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These pants are from seasons ago. I love that they’re part skirt, part edgy, but the deep navy keeps them classy. They can be intimidating, even I worry about what to wear with them. But, I’ve found that everything works, and when in doubt, pairing a basic with something a bit daring is always a good call.

That being said, I love a great cable knit sweater and could live in them. Yes, I think you need one.
I also think that you need a great, little black shoe.

In general, I’m a fan of our outfits giving us more rather than making us choose. I’d love to know-when was a time when you said “I’ll take both”?

As mentioned, these Alexander Wang pants are from a few seasons ago, but I’ve linked similar -as well as shoe and sweater choices!
Xo RA

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Prairie Dresses: Do You Need One?

Investment Piece: Do you need a prairie dress?

Little House on the Prairie (Both the show and the books) was one of my favorites growing up. Ask me about prairie dresses, and I want to tell you stories of independence, Ma and Pa, and battling the elements. There were days when I made my sister wear a bonnet, I had one too, and we pretended that we were traveling the country, standing up for ourselves as we went. Prairie dresses were a thing I did.

Now, ask me about prairie dresses and I envision a maxi (most likely floral) with detailed sleeves. I might even want to pair one with combat boots and explore the line between feminine and edgy. Prairie dresses.

Investment Piece: Prairie Dresses

So, what exactly is a prairie dress? And do you need one?

Google prairie dress and you’ll be in for a treat (and lots of shopping). Collectively, we can concure that a prairie dress is a high necked (mostly), modest dress, most likely ruffled, that combines romanticism and melancholy. And loves, they are in-no matter what story you want to tell with them.

Which leads us to the question: do you need one?
Yes, I’m allowing for the possibility that you already have one, this isn’t the first time that a prairie dress has captivated the fashion scene.
And yes, I think you need one.
Stories are not only about what we say, but what we don’t. Modest, maxi dresses give you a chance to play with that.

Investment Piece: Prairie Dresses

We know that I love a good juxatipositon, and I can’t think of a better one than something romantic paired with something edgy. I love prairie dresses with boots, sneakers, and of course heels.
And not every prairie dress has to be super girly. With our wide range of options, there are prairie dresses sans Ruffles, flowers, bows, but that capture the high neck and sleeves — I also love a good detail and prairie dresses deliver.

I’ve linked some of my favorite prairie dresses below. What story will you tell with them?
Xo RA

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Investment Piece: Prairie Dress

Riding Hood

Investment Piece: Riding Hood

She loved adventure. And while that could scare those around her who loved to stay home; she trusted that she would be protected. So, when the call came (and it always did), she would wrap herself in her trust and her hood and head into the wild.

Maybe it was the bright color, maybe it was the unshakable belief that she could face anything or anyone; but, when she wore her hood she was unstoppable. She met the obstacles in her path with love, she was curious about differences, and she left a smile when made her way back.

And all those wolves with big eyes and big teeth? Turns out kindness and a pink hood calm them down. Talk about a riding hood.

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I have a thing for hoods-the way that they fall when they aren’t up, the way that they let you hide away if you need to. Color blocking? (Yes, that is a hot pink coat with a red skirt). I’m in. The pieces are Amberleaf, some of my women owned favorites. You can refresh here, here, and here. You can still enter the code RACHELADELICA when you shop Amberleaf here. This coat is from their cashmere collection–I had the chance to play in so many of their coats, and I can only say if staying warm and looking chic is important to you, these are must buys.

Do I think that you need a hooded coat? Yes. And that you should color block? Yes. I think that there are many adventures to be had, and that these type of pieces might be needed for them.

These boots are Celine (yes, Pheobe) and one of my prized possessions.

Shop Amberleaf above and I’ve linked similar items below for you.
Where shall we go adventuring today?
Xo RA

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Sunday Chronicles: Singles Day

Investment Piece: Florals

Apparently, today is Singles’ Day! Is this a thing? According to the multiple emails I’ve gotten letting me know I can get 11% off in celebration, yes.

I have questions.

Now, I’m in no way against single people having a day (there’s a payback for Valentine’s Day). But, like Valentine’s Day, I wonder if this is simply a day to encourage shopping? (Hey, I make a living that way, so I can’t be too critical.) Of course, Singles’ Day can be anything we make it. (If we make up holidays, we can make up rules) So, here’s my take on Singles’ Day.

Let’s do it.
I’m in.
However, instead of focusing on being single (which is amazing if you think about it), let’s just make it a celebration of self love. Self love, and being single, gets a lot of press, but real talk? Self love, and being single, isn’t easy. It’s not just face masks and sales. Sometimes, it’s removing yourself from toxic situations (delete his number and you don’t have to be friends with people who are mean to you). It may mean that you have to push yourself harder (your goals won’t reach themselves), or say yes or no to things that are hard (but worth it). Self love, and Singles’ Day, may mean you’re at home alone when it’s easier to be out.

These things are hard. And you do deserve to be celebrated for them. Especially as we go into what is often the craziest time of the year, you deserve a little treat. I hope that you do something today to support yourself, be it a day in or out, hard or easy.

And because there’s nothing wrong with indulging in a face mask or a sale, I’ve linked some of my picks for Singles’ Day below.

Here’s to us!

Wishing us all a week of self-love and amazing shoes! Xo RA

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My Singles’ Day Picks for Face Masks and Instagram Self Care: (some are $3!)

Nordstrom is having a sale. You should shop it:

Need Supply Co is one of my favorite online shops. From the unique to the trendy, the quality is amazing, they have brands I love, and the customer service is 100! For Singles’ Day you can take 11% off your order with the code SELFLOVE. This is what I’m lusting after:

Happy Singles’ Day Shopping!! Xo

Repost: Sales

The weather has finally gotten colder! And I’m laid up in bed with what’s either a cold or the worst allergies ever. What’s keeping me sane? Sales. Shopping. Soup. These picks are what I’m lusting after while I’m resting on the couch (and watching the Office. Yes, again) And these Friday Sales have a little something for everyone!

Happy shopping!
Xo RA

Dresses, Jeans, Boots, oh my!

All the coats that will make this season better:

And a little bit of everything:

Personal Shopping Stories

Investment Piece: How to Copy

I’m such a big fan of using our fashion to tell our stories. You’ve heard me say this before, right? That part of the magic of fashion is that on any given day that you can be something new. My goal is to inspire you with my outfit posts, I hope you get ideas, and maybe encouragement to wear things that you really love.

That being said, I get that my sense of style isn’t for everyone. It can’t be, it’s personal. There are times that I may wear things a little too daring or not-daring, not appropriate for work or too many party dresses. Or, there’s just a good chance that instead of getting my takes on layering, you just want to wear a big sweater and call it a day. All of that is valid.

Investment Piece: Look a Like

Why bring this up? I know that when we chat personal shopping it can be overwhelming, and you need to trust that all choices presented are true to you, not me. And the only way I can assure you that when I shop for you, I put you first, is to talk about it.

The Process
Maybe you want something you’ve seen me wear here or on Instagram. Or, maybe you want something similar. Maybe you want me to do your gift shopping for you. There’s a little form I have you fill out: you let me know things like not only what you’re looking for, but things you won’t even consider, things you’re open to, style icons, etc. then you relax while I get to shopping. We keep in touch, I send you options, you send me feedback, we get you the perfect item.

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Personal shopping, right?

But, perhaps the best story I can tell you about personal shopping with me is my mom’s story. I love my mom, and she’s my biggest supporter. Our styles? Not really the same. I’ve written about hers here.
However, shopping? Shopping I know–even if it’s not my style. So, my mom trusted me to help her get some new things. She was looking for some updates; needed some clothes for the weekend, updated tops, jeans, and to in general look more pulled together. Though she was skeptical at first, I knew that the first thing we needed to update was her fit. Mom was stuck in the (way too common belief) that if you want to hide parts of your body you oversize your clothes. Oversize and baggy clothes have their place, but for the most part, if your clothes are too big, you’ll look bigger than you are.

Investment Piece: Personal Shopping Stories

So we got some fitted jeans. Which go with anything from classic tops to shirts. (She even went with a sheer option that could be worn with a camisole). We found some pants that could be “business casual”. Everything is true to my mom-covering what she wanted covered, colors she loves, and she was open to listening about what I saw that needed to be fixed.

What are you looking for? How can we shop for you?

I would love to help you tell your story, no matter what your need. Email me at racheladelicia@investmentpiece.com, we’ll chat pricing (upfront) and timelines!

xo RA