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

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 

                              

Liebster Award: Get to Know Me

Thank you Cassie from Ramblings of a Southern Belle for nominating me for The Liebster Award to get to know me better!

Below are the rules:

1. Post 11 facts about yourself
2. Answer the 11 questions provided by the person who nominated you, and then create an 11 question set for the next group of nominees
3. Choose 11 people to nominate and link them in the post
4. Let your nominees know they've been tagged- and no tag-backs!
5. Nominate blogs under 200 followers

First 11 facts about me: 

1. I just graduated from college with a degree in Managerial Marketing, and a minor in Entrepreneurship

2. Diet Coke is a lifeline 

3. I am the oldest of 3 

4. Delta Gamma Alum #GoGreek

5. Denver, CO native, but have lived in OH since the age of 7 

6. I just got engaged!!! (Fiance is in the pic above) 

7. Dog Person for sure 

8. I believe you should always be kinder than you feel 

9. Total bookworm 

10. I've watched basically every season of the Bachelor/ Bachelorette 

11. I am an eternal optimist and strive to be Charlotte York 

Questions from Cassie:

1. What made you decide to start a blog?- I have always loved following blogs so I figured why not!
2. What is your favorite topic to blog about?- Fashion/ lifestyle 
3. If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be? Mashed potatoes 
4. What is your favorite color? PINK & Turquoise 
5. Where is your favorite place to shop? J.Crew 
6. What is your favorite eyeshadow palette? Mary Kay
7. Where is your dream vacation spot? Maui #futurehoneymoonspot
8. If you could go on a date with a celebrity, who would you pick? TAYLOR LAUTNER 
9. What is your favorite Starbucks drink? Either Pumpkin Spice, Iced Coffee, or Carmel Light Frap
10. How would you describe your style? Preppy & Girly 
11. What is your dream job? Owning my own Boutique! 

My 11 Questions

1. What is your favorite Pinterest Board? 

2. What's your go to accessory?

3. McDonalds or Starbs Iced Coffee? 

4. What Ice Cream Flavor describes you? 

5. How often do you go shopping?

6. Favorite Pattern? 

7. Which celeb would be your bestie? 

8. What's your sign? 

9. Fav Designer? 

10. Dog or Cat person? 

11. Favorite Book? 

Below are my nominations! If you choose to participate please mention who nominated you!
1. Behind her Monogrammed Macbook 
2. Stay Fabulous
3. Charm on a Farm 
4. The Total Prepster
5. With a Wink and a Twirl
6. Lavishingg
7. Middle of Somewhere 
8. A Little Seersucker Sass
9. Sweet Southern Pearl
10. Sequins & Sea Breezes 
11. East Coast Pearls

 I can't wait to get to know you ladies better as well! 

Have a blessed week! 

xoxo

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 

Dear Spring.. Please hurry!

With all of the weather changes, I knew a Snow Day was in the near future and sure enough we had classes cancelled on campus today! So this has left me dreaming of Springtime and bright colors to take away this Winter Blues.


I am OBSESSED with all things Red Dress Boutique! I think my favorite part is how each piece of clothing has a name. It makes each piece more unique and easy to remember!

Definitely go check out their new arrivals!
Some of my favorites:

BB: DAKOTA: Be Your Own Hero Jacket

PIKO: Just About Anywhere Blouse- Spearmint

Suddenly I See Scarf- Violet

In the Vineyard Bag

Frozen in Style

Where I go to school it has been absolutely FREEZING! The wind & ice make me want to never have a winter ever again. I have really taken advantage of my North Face Snow Boots & vests this winter. 

Here is the combo I came up with today:  

The vest I am wearing is Reversible and I JUST figured it out. On this side it is plaid with Gold & Green Stripes. Reversed it is just plain brown (I'm not sure where it is from, I got it as a gift in High School!)  Paired underneath I have a light colored chambray shirt from Express. For the bottoms I am wearing a dark jegging from Express, with my trusty black North Face Snow boots. 

As for the arm candy I have my DG Alex and Ani Bracelet & Silver Michael Kors Watch. 

Stay warm prepsters! 

Marley Lilly-a-Holic

How can you not be a Marley Lilly-a-holic?! After their flash sale last night, I wanted to buy everything!! A few of the items I own from Marley Lilly I really LOVE!

I have the Monogrammed German Silver Gold Tone Taylor Bracelet show below. It is perfect to stack alongside my Alex & Ani bracelets! I think it instantly dresses up any outfit.

I also have the Monogrammed fleece vest shown in this outfit of the day from last semester. It is perfect to wear to class or the library. Pair it with a bow, some pearls & a diet coke and you are all set!

Although I have been really lusting over this glittery Monogrammed Sweatshirt. It is definitely on my wish list! 

Have a fabulous MONOGRAMMED weekend! 

Cheers to a Preppy New Year!

 After being a complete fashion and lifestyle blog junkie I felt like it was a perfect time for me to start my own blog! I can't believe that 2014 is already here. 2013 seemed to fly by. As I enter the last semester of my college career I have started to try and get wardrobe pieces that will transition into the professional world. 

An Oversized Graphic Sweater (Express)
Chambray Shirt (Express)
Dark Skinny Jeggings (Express)
Tan Boots (Nine West)
Watch (Betsey Johnson)
Bracelets (Alex & Ani, Marley Lilly) 

Sweater (C.Wonder) 

Polka Dot Shirt (Express) 

Watch (Betsey Johnson) 

Bracelet (Gap) 

I love that each of these looks are comfy, but presentable. I can throw them together before class and work them into my work outfits! C.Wonder had an AMAZING sale after Christmas. It was 50% off of clearance items so I got the sweater at a total bargain of $29 after tax! 

Have a wonderful weekend love bugs-