October Giveaway: Getting In The Mood (For Fall!)

My sisters didn't have school today, so we all decided to head over to our local park and get some fresh air. Miles is such an adventurous spirit- he wants to be on the move, looking and pointing and babbling along the way. I love seeing his personality shine through more and more as each month passes, and wearing Miles as we walked under beautiful trees and near squirrels was a delight because I can see how much he enjoyed exploring the park snuggled up close to me. I couldn't be happier that he's a mama's boy. Here are some photos of our day:

My favorite little sisters/photographers/fashionistas-in-the-making

My outfit for WIWW (linking up with The Pleated Poppy):

Knit beanie: Urban Outfitters
Sunnies: Chanel

Sweater: The Limited

Jeans: Paige Denim

Shoes: Sven clogs

Bag: Rebecca Minkoff

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I am in love with fall, people- the fall crispness that I've begun to feel in the air the last few days is nothing short of magical, as far as I'm concerned. Even though I live on the beautiful Pacific coast with all its bright sunny days, I thrive on overcast days, rain, and fog. This is the time of the year I feel most comfortable and full of anticipation for some of my favorite days between now and the start of spring: my birthday, the holidays, Miles's birthday, and our wedding anniversary.

Maybe you're a summery soul, or maybe you're just in love with fall as I am. Either way, this month's giveaway is an assortment of treats (no tricks here!) to get you in the mood for fall. My lovely sponsors are getting in on the festivities as well- take a look at what we've got going on this month!

This month's winner will receive:

A set of four J.R. Watkins naturally-based foaming hand soaps from their new line (see my review)

A wonderfully batty greeting card from
B.Impressed

A 200x300 ad space for two months from
  Oh So Amelia

15 days of in-post footer ad space from
  Jellibean Journals
A $12 giftcard to Starbucks from
 Expandng

A free Blogger template from
  The Family Darr
A $10 giftcard to Starbucks from
  The Jack Chronicles 

The rules are simple: you must follow Joie de V via GFC and enter via Rafflecopter below! The giveaway will end at on Monday at 12:01 a.m. EST. Good luck!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

In Full Bloom

This morning I met up with my friends Bill, Candice, and Jackie for a late breakfast. While I was feeling pretty famished, I was more excited to see Candice because she brought me two pair of what will no doubt be my favorite colorful spring accessories (still fighting the urge of the Dark Side): her handmade rosette earrings, in Haute Pink and Canary, from her new Etsy shop Handie Dandies! They are the perfect bursts of color to brighten any outfit (or rainy days like today), so lightweight, and I am in love. That being said- drumroll please...

I'm announcing my very first giveaway! Enter to win two pairs of Candice's creations in the colors of your choice (I've heard she will make custom colors upon request if what you're looking for isn't currently listed). Visit Handie Dandies on Etsy, then leave a comment below! I'll announce the winner on Monday, March 28th.

Handie Dandies is also offering a special discount to my readers- enter promo code "Be3thoven" (did I mention that when she's not making jewelry, Candice loves singing opera? So talented.) at checkout to receive free shipping.

Leave a comment here!
Update: the winner is Britt+Whit! Congrats!

~VLP~

Variation on a Theme- Wooden Heels

One of my favorite current shoe trends are wooden clogs with a high heel. Perfect for walking, oh-so-cute, with a salute to Mother Nature, you just can't go wrong! As fashion is coming around full circle once more, vintage finds are holding their own with more current clog styles.

I have two pair of Sven clogs- one of them is number 3 to the right, which I actually designed for myself during the Job of the Shoes and Sven is now displaying on their website!- and the only problem I find with them is deciding which ones I want to wear more.

Can you spot which of these clogs are vintage and which are new?

1. Dekalb Clog Sandal ($345) by Rachel Comey

2. Vintage Shoe with Wooden Heel ($40) from Aiseirigh

3. Leaf Punch High Heel Clog in Taupe ($225) by Sven

4. Vintage 40s T-Strap Clog ($300) from HoneycombVintage

5. T-Strap Clog in Honey ($245) from No.6 Store

6. Bohemian Leather Clogs ($44) from CraftyCrowVintage

Review my list of vintage and handmade clogs on Etsy here!

Leave a comment here! (Or simply click the title of this post.)

~VP~

Coffee, Cream, and a Splash of Honey

I just finished spending this rainy afternoon putting together a list of vintage and handmade treasures I dug up on Etsy. One of my favorite accent colors to wear is a bright golden yellow- it adds the perfect pop to neutral ivory or chocolate browns. It's also helping promote a new vintage shop on Etsy- Love It Again 2 Times Vintage, created by my friend Candice's cousin Jackie Aguila. Candice's handmade rosette earrings are available through this shop and come in a countless variety of shades- the perfect accessory to brighten any outfit.

1. Edelweiss Hill Vintage White Blouse ($22) from VolenskaVintage

2. Bruno (sewn print) $20 from TastesOrangey

3. Vintage Yellow Justin Cowboy Boots ($65) from Vagabond4Beauty

4. Yellow Perforated Vintage Pumps ($18) from RagsandFeathers

5. Sunflower Leather Cuff Bracelet ($16) by Stacy Traynor

6. Rose Earrings in Canary ($4) by Candice for LoveIt2TimesVintage

7. Pretty in Polka Dots Vintage Dress ($60) from LoveIt2TimesVintage

8. Vintage Yellow Wool Blazer ($64) from SimpleThrift

9. Lemonade Earrings ($16) by CocoMatcha

You can see my full list of goodies on the Etsy Treasury here.

Leave a comment here! (Or simply click on the title of this post.)

~VP~