Nine West BOGO 50% Off Sale!

Nine West is having an amazing shoe sale, that I just had to share with you.  I know, I know...I wrote about shoes on my previous post (A List of Strappy Flats), but this sale is too good to pass up.  Right now they are having a BOGO (Buy One, Get One) 50% off sale!  And here's the best part...it's on EVERYTHING!  And by everything, I mean everything.  This includes mark-downs and clearance items!  Finally, they are offering free standard shipping.  What's not to love?!  

Of course, I took full advance of this sale.  I went to the Nine West located in the Copley Place.  They are located at 9 Copley Pl, Boston MA 02116, on the second floor.  The manager assisted me and was extremely helpful and welcoming. I made sure to get her business card so I could give her a great customer survey.

My first purchase where these black Lavish T-Strap Pumps.  

Believe it or not, I did not own a pair of black pumps!  I believe that black pumps are a staple item to any woman's wardrobe, so I needed to quickly change that.  I had seen these online and fell in love.  I love the T and adjustable ankle strap because it took a nice pump and made it ultra feminine.  The cap-toe also added a nice detail to these leather pumps.  I am usually a size 6 1/2 or 7 but after talking to the manager, I found out that these run big so I ended up leaving with a size 6.

The second pair of shoes I bought were seen in the October issue of Oprah, and are exclusively from Nine West.  I purchase the Nutcracker Dress Bootie in gray leather.

Originally I fell in love with these Military Green Suede Nutcracker Dress Booties.

However, I went with the gray leather booties.  I absolutely LOVED the military green coloring, but I like leather over suede.  I feel that a suede heel is very dangerous when you live in New England.  Our side walks are uneven and you can get the heel stuck in a crack.  Furthermore, the weather can be unpredictable and you do not want to get caught in the snow/rain in suede.  For me, the leather was the best choice.  The side goring make this bootie easy to slip on and off.  They are perfect for making a statement this holiday season!

Now the next thing that happened to me was amazing!  About a week before this sale started I purchase these Elicia T-Strap Pumps.  

I had been eyeing this clearance item for a while and finally pulled the trigger and bought them!  They arrived Friday night, just as I was getting home from my trip to the Nine West store.  I absolutely fell in love with them!  They are extremely comfortable and will dress up any jean outfit without being too much.  But now I had three pairs of shoes.  I wondered if I would be able to use my third pair of shoes, and get another BOGO 50% off discount.  Well as any great shopaholic will tell you...it doesn't hurt to ask.  And that is exactly what I did.  I got on the phone with Nine West and they responded with "Of course we will honor it".  If they had these pumps in either purple leather or natural leather, I would have bought them in a heartbeat.  Sadly, they were sold out of my size, both online and in store.  So I headed back to Copley Place.

The fourth, and last, pair of shoes I bought were these Shindig Smoking Flats.

These comfortable, pointed toe flats feature a notched, low-cut vamp.  They are made of leather and have a padded insole.  The website says that these are red suede, however, once seeing them in person, they have an orange tinge to them.  These will be perfect for a Thanksgiving outfit!  

I could not be more excited to spoil myself before the holiday season.  I hope you go and check it out and spoil yourself as well!  I have provided a link to the Nine West website here.  But hurry!  This sale has gone on throughout the weekend, and I am not sure when it will end.

As always, thank you for reading!

  

Casual Saturday

This week has been a rough one with my grandfather passing. He was 92 years old when kidney failure and cancer took his life. He and I were extremely close. When I was a young girl, he would attend every sporting event and be the loudest fan, cheering on the sidelines. He was always amazing to me and my family. Being the oldest grandchild, I was very lucky to have him for twenty-six years. I will always remember him and the amazing times we had together. RIP Papa.

I have been busy and distracted this week with everything going on. Therefore, I wanted to dress casual for Express today. This morning was a little chilly in Boston so I decided to wear lite jogger pants and a denim, long-sleeve shirt. At Express, they love a layered outfit, dressed up with jewelry!

My tee, denim shirt, and jogger pants are all from Express. The wash of my shirt is not sold any more. However, Express sells a Light Wash Denim Boyfriend Shirt that is similar. My Garment Dyed Fitted V-Neck Tee is on sale for $9.99, at the moment. My casual jogger pant are no longer sold in stores. Express does have a dressier version of my pant. They are the Pleated Jersey Jogger Pant and they are absolutely amazing! I love the material! They are very versatile and can be worn for work, casual days, or nights out. 

I hope you all had a better week than I did, and continue to having a nice weekend! Thanks for stopping by Cute Teachings!

Wish List Wednesday

Happy Hump Day! My week is going so well, and I hope your's is too! My boyfriend is still in Texas so my German Shepherd, Piper, and I have been spending the week at my parents' house. They have been so incredibly sweet to the both of us, and we are having the best visit! I cannot wait for my boyfriend to come home though! 

Although my boyfriend is on the top of my wish list, here are a couple other things that are as well...

I know that previously I have posted a Fossil Sydney Satchel that is this pattern, but I am just so obsessed! Since I purchased the Sydney Satchel in a different pattern I am really loving on this Sydney Shopper. I was able to see this purse in the store and it is an amazing size for nannying! You can fit all the toys, wet wipes, and other odds and ends that kids may need. Hopefully this pattern will finally make it's way into my closet!

I know, I am obsessed with Fossil! This Long Jade Pendant Necklace would look absolutely perfect with my necklace collection though. Furthermore, this would be a great fall accessory.  Maroon is in this season and can be found throughout many stores. I saw this piece in store and it gorgeous! One day this necklace will be resting around my neck.

I hope you guys have a great rest of the week! Thank you for stopping by Cute Teachings!

Sunday at Express

Today was an absolutely amazing day at work! I got a lot of positive feedback from customers about my outfit. It is so sweet to hear people say I look nice, and even more flattering to have them ask where they can find it. I actually sold my outfit to three customers! Therefore, I thought I should add it to the blog.

My Gray One Eleven Long Side Slit Tee is from Express. My Sexy Stretch Leggings are from Express. My watch was a gift, and is from Fossil. My Sydney Satchel is made by Fossil but purchased at DSW.com. My necklace was a gift, and is from Nigeria. My Chevron Weave Fedora is from Express. My suede booties are from Aldo. I bought these last year and Aldo is not selling them right now. However, they have tons of great booties (some including fringe) that I would just love to have! 

I hope you all have a great start to the week! As always, thanks for stopping by Cute Teachings!

Wish List Wednesday

Happy Hump Day! I hope you all are having as great a week as I am. I've had so much fun playing with the boys! Monday they spent their day running through the sprinkler in their backyard and on Tuesday we went to see the Minion Movie! The movie was so cute and we were lucky enough to go with my sister, the two girls she nannies, and my mom. One of the main reasons why I love being around children is it reminds me of when I was young. This week definitely brought me back to the simplicity of childhood. There was a lot of dirty feet, sticky hands from Popsicles, and smiles. Aside from my time with the boys I have been packing for my trip to Texas. I leave tomorrow and could not be more excited to venture out to a new state.

I have taken a little break from packing to bring you my Wish List Wednesday! Every Wednesday I will be making a wish list of items I would love to have in my closet. Let me know if you're crushing on the same pretty pieces!

I want to begin with a celebrity outfit. Although I can appreciate Kylie Jenner's look, we usually do not share the same style. Mine is more boho and her's is more modern. But I have to say, I am in love with the over-sized flannel dress she rocked last week. What really caught my eye about this dress was the way it flowed. It is cute while still being comfortable to wear while running around with the kids. In my mind, flannels are always a fall most!

Next on my list is my summer obsession...sunglasses! I don't own a pair of nice sunglasses, but I would absolutely love to. That said, I have my eye on a couple of Ray Bans. I like the blue/violet mirror Aviator Flash Lenses and the blue/gray classic Clubmaster Fleck. Hopefully one of these will be mine soon!

The third item on my wish list is a pair of New Balance casual sneakers. Last Christmas I traveled to Barcelona with my boyfriend's family. While we were there, his sister and I saw New Balance sneakers everywhere! At first we were so surprised. But by the end of the trip we were vowing to each other that we would own a pair. Sure enough, the trend hit the states. My boyfriend's sister bought a pair in green but I still have yet to get mine. For me, comfortable sneakers are a must when it comes to nannying. If you work with children, who wouldn't love this trend? You get to wear cute, comfortable sneakers while still being trendy! 

Lastly, I end with a Fossil Sydney Crossbody. This new pattern reminds me of the 70's trend that is happening right now. Let me just say, if I were born in the 70's I would be in all my glory. I am excited this trend is making a comeback! I chose the crossbody because I recently bought one of Fossil's Sydney Satchels. I loved the shape and look of the bag but would love a little diversity. Plus, purses are my shopping weakness. The petite, yet spacious, size of this bag makes the pattern add just enough to an outfit without being too much. The purse's light weight, and Fossil's amazing quality, make it a perfect purchase for any hard working nanny! Not to mention Fossil's excellent customer service. Not only are the purses fashionable and durable, but Fossil will repair damages that may occur to the bag during its use. Fossil produces reliable purses that are great for any nanny and her busy day!

This season is all about old trends making a comeback! Let me know what you thought about my wish list, and what would be on yours. Thanks!

Sunday happenings! Welcome to my first post!

Welcome, and happy Sunday! 

Sundays are typically the day to relax. This morning, I had my routine of Nespresso and taking my German Shepherd, Piper, on a walk. Afterward, I had a couple errands to run before heading to my night shift at Express. 

I began my day getting a mani/pedi! Typically I tend to lean more towards water color when choosing a paint. Today was different though. On Thursday I am traveling to Texas to attend my boyfriend's sister's college graduation! She will be graduating from Texas A&M!! A&M's school colors are maroon and white so I wanted to show my support and school spirit! I usually get my nails done on Newbury Street, however, I found a hidden gem during my morning walk in South Boston. I got my shellac manicure and regular pedicure from Lan Nail Salon and loved it! They did great work and offered excellent customer service. Furthermore, on certain days you can get great deals and save some money. 

Once I was done getting my nails done I headed over to Sephora to pick out some new lipstick! Now, I have to be honest, I have never been one to wear lipstick. I usually only wear eye makeup. However, lately I've been wanting to add a little something extra to my look. I ended up choosing Sephora's collection of lipstick. I found that it was long lasting and had a nice feel to it. I bought Vintage Pink, for a subtle but cute day to day use, and Pure Red for special nights out.

I had a great morning and felt relaxed by the time I needed to get ready for work. As I was getting ready though, I realized that I had no idea what to wear today. As always, I checked the weather. Boston was only in the low 70's. I decided to check Express' Instagram and found an outfit that I really liked! I felt inspired! I decided to replicate it and add my own style. It made for a simple, Sunday afternoon outfit.

I wore Express' black jean legging, Express' brown leather belt, and H&M's black jersey top. My purse is Aldo's leather crossbody from last year. My necklace is from Nigeria. And, since I was working a five hour shift, I wore my Lucky Brand copper tone Emmie flats. 

Overall, it was a fun Sunday! I am so excited to see where this journey takes me! I hope you all had a relaxing Sunday and thanks for stopping by!