Red Dress Boutique- Shark Tank Episode

I have been obsessed with the Red Dress Boutique ever since I found it sometime last year or so online. At first it was the clothes that drew me in, then the new arrivals twice a day. Then I read the story behind the business and felt truly inspired!

I am also OBSESSED with the show Shark Tank! My fiance and I watch it religiously. I always joke that it brings out my love for entrepreneurs and local businesses. In college I was always one for supporting the local stores! Anyways... I teared up during the episode that featured the Red Dress Boutique a couple weeks ago. To see someone so passionate about what they do makes me so happy! That is honestly what it's all about!

As an aspiring entrepreneur I love seeing how other businesses begin. The best part is how realistic the owners were about when they started. They talked about the struggle, but in the end the payoff was unbelievable. 

Not to spoil the episode... but they got a DEAL with two sharks! I can't wait to see what the future brings this company, but until then I will continue to obsess over the daily arrivals :) 

Happy almost Halloween! 

Dots of Happiness Rep

Happy Tuesday!

I am so excited to announce that I was approved as a Rep for Dots of Happiness! Dots of Happiness can fuel any monogram obsession! They have everything from necklaces to home decorations.

Below are some of my favorites:

1. Floating Greek Letters Necklace: Obviously as a sorority alum I LOVE anything greek! These necklaces come in so many different patterns. Perfect for Big/Little or Initiation gifts!

2. Monogram Envelope Clutch: I have been obsessing over clutches lately. Add a monogram and I am totally hooked. You can dress it up or down! Perfect gift item for the holidays coming up. 

3. 1 Letter Lilly Monogram Wall Hanging: I cannot wait to have a front door someday... just to hang wreaths, and of course MONOGRAMS! Lilly Pulitzer adds a perfect touch to any home! 

As a rep if you buy any items make sure you use the code (TaylorA) in the where did you hear about us! You click "Other" and then you can put in "Taylor A".

I hope you have as much fun looking at monograms as I do! 

Xx

New Fall Launch- Men's Suit Collection

So far September has been filling up my social media feed with weddings galore! At the wedding I just attended on Saturday I was taking notes not only of the bridesmaid dresses, but of what the groomsmen were wearing for when I start to plan my own wedding!

Bonobos new Fall Collection offers a variety of suits for the groomsmen in the wedding, or guests attending! I am loving the new fabrics featured in this collection. When a suit a tailored it makes all the difference. Bonobos offers a Standard and Slim fit combined with Short, Regular and Tall sizes, so each suit has a custom fit.

Fall is my favorite season because of the crisp air, beautiful leaves and of course the fashion! For the final nights of outdoor gatherings these wool suits will compliment warmth with style. And for those extra chilly nights a topcoat can complete the look.

Definitely check out the new Fall Men's Suit Collection by Bonobos for your man to update their fall closet, as you update yours!

Hope you all have a blessed week! 

Independent Beauty Consultant

I absolutely LOVE running my Mary Kay business that I started in January 2013. Empowering women through makeup and how it makes them feel beautiful on the inside and outside is so inspirational!

I could play with makeup all day everyday! Below are some of my favorite new items that Mary Kay has to offer!

Attached is the eonline booklet for Fall 2014:

http://ecatalog.marykay.com/us_en-us/GetLatest.aspx?d=www.marykay.com&m=0&t=Look_Book

The Midnight Jewels Collection is to die for, and so much fun for fall. It features beautiful emeralds, and deep purples. The Nail Polishes come in two fun colors: Sapphire Noir and Night Diamond. (Page 6/7)

I am loving the new holiday items they have for sale. For a limited time Mary Kay is offering Holiday scented lipbalms and hand lotions. They are perfect stocking stuffers!  (Page 24/25) 

                

I would love to help you find some new fabulous products that you love! If you want any of the products listed above you can shop with me on my personal website:

http://www.marykay.com/taugustine12/en-US/_layouts/MaryKayCoreLocator/ContactMe.aspx

"Don't limit yourself. Many people limit themselved to what they think they can do. You can go as far as your mind lets you. What you believe, remember, you can achieve." - Mary Kay Ash 

                              

Erin Condren Life Planner

I am a huge fan when I comes to planning and organizing! All through college I had either Vera Bradley or Lilly Pulitzer planners. I figured this year I would try something new!

Erin Condren has a stationary and party planning company, and she is known for her Life Planners! She was also a Delta Gamma at UCLA.

My favorite part about the Life Planners are the way you can customize them! They have so many covers to choose from. They are also changable so if you get sick of the cover half way through the year, you can pop on another front & back. You can also add on sticker sets, notepads, basically anything!

I chose the Taffy Stripes in pink with my First and Middle name!

   

 

I also picked up some pens from Target to help color coordinate and organize! 

Baubles & Bits

I've been traveling back and forth a lot this summer, so here are some of my essential jewelry pieces of the moment!

1. Anchor Watch- Betsey Johnson

2. Monogrammed Necklace- FrederickEngraving

3. Pearls

4. Navy and White Pearl Bangle- CWonder

5. Monogram Bracelet- Marley Lilly 

6. Anchor Monogram Bracelet- Marley Lilly

15 Facts About Me

1. Born in Denver, CO but grew up for most of my life in a suburb outside of Columbus, OH 

2. Starting Skiing at age 4

3. Majored in Managerial Marketing 

4. Was president of my sorority Delta Gamma

5. Just recently got ENGAGED (New MONOGRAM) 

6. Oldest of 3 siblings & am very family oriented 

7. A love for dogs

8. Diet Coke is a way of life

9. I own everything and anything anchored 

10. Someday I hope to own a clothing boutique 

11. Fav Movie: Legally Blonde

12. Pink is my color 

13. Positivity is the key to life 

14. I love people who give good hugs 

15. I truly believe nice people finish first in life 

I just started a new instagram account! Follow me at: @anchorsandmonograms