Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) December 9, 2012

Kris's Closet

Inspired by some great bloggers, my partner and I decided to start our own blog. In this blog post you will get a glimpse of pieces in my closet,learn where I found them
 and where I wore them.  

My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

 Sunday, one of my good friends had an event at her home called Tea & Treats. It was a jewelry and cosmetics event. I set up ChristinaKristin & Shoetique merchandise and there was one other vendor there who provided jewelry, skincare and cosmetics. It was a nice idea and the food was good. One of the guests took these pictures for me at the party. This is what I wore.

 It was raining all day Sunday so I decided my outfit needed to be a pick-me-up. I pulled out my neons and layered for the weather. I have worn the neon green top once before, it is a Mossimo tee from Target. The leopard top I layered on top is vintage Adrienne Vittadini Sport. It is an old thrift store buy. My mini skirt is a neon piece I got from Shoppers World on the west side of Columbus. I have wore the same skirt in another color in my very first Kris's Closet in July. To view similar items, click on the links below.

leopard tops:
1.http://www.nastygal.com/Clothes_Going-Fast/Queens-Leopard-Knit/?utm_source=commission_junction&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=affiliate&utm_source=commission_junction&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=affiliate&cj_webid=2178999&cj_affname=ShopStyle.com&cj_affid=1909792&cj_linkd=11085047&cj_sid=602360617

2.http://www.express.com/sequin-embellished-leopard-hi-lo-tank-51845-43/index.pro?productVariantId=370396&csename=Shopping.com&cid=1075&mr:referralID=40884dd8-43aa-11e2-97b3-001b2166becc

neon mini:
1.http://www.misskl.com/product/The-What-A-Sight-Mini-Skirt-in-Neon-Green/289844?siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-tyJ2k7Pqwrco_qbUOGYmFQ

2.http://www.lordandtaylor.com/eng/womensapparel-Skirts-mini-Simone_Textured_Power_Skirt-lordandtaylor/166569/?utm_source=GAN&utm_medium=Affiliates&utm_campaign=ShopStyle.com&utm_content=Ban&utm_term=na&cm_mmc=Affiliate-_-GAN-_-ShopStyle.com-_-Primary%20Banner&tag=GAN&ctcampaign=221&gan_clickID=0004d095bdf239e80a42bf446a00747b&gan_affID=k108283&gan_affName=ShopStyle.com

The necklaces I layered are all from Shoetique. I have worn these before in a closet blog. You can find the beaded ones at the store in Town & Country for under $10. My earrings are closet regulars. I wore them alot this past summer. They are from a store in Chicago called Mali. Check out more pieces from them at their site.
https://malijewelry.com/default.asp.

The rest of my accessories have also been seen on closet posts. The purse is a ten year old Louis Vuitton (Papillion) I bought from the Mall at Millenia in Orlando. The style is no longer available. My ring matches my earrings and is from Mali of Chicago. The knit bangle is the Cotton Candy bangle and can be found in our etsy shop at:

http://www.etsy.com/listing/96825894/knit-covered-wooden-bangle-cotton-candy

My boots are new. I ruined my last pair of brown boots by dropping soybean oil on them, so I ordered a new pair recently from Zappos. They are Chinese Laundry (South Bay) in henna. You can find them online at http://www.zappos.com/chinese-laundry-south-bay-henna?zlfid=111&recoName=zap_brand_page

This concludes another Kris's Closet. Thank you so much for stopping by!

Check out our newest jewelry additions on etsy by selecting shop on the homepage of our blogspot or go to etsy.com and enter ChristinaKrisin.  

Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!

Kris,

Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) December 1, 2012

Kris's Closet

Inspired by some great bloggers, my partner and I decided to start our own blog. In this blog post you will get a glimpse of pieces in my closet,learn where I found them
 and where I wore them.  

My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

Saturday, we had a jewelry event at Danes Dessert Cafe in Short North, Columbus, Ohio. Christina and I premiered our new Heavy Metal Collection. We were both suppose to wear jewelry from one of the two current collections, so I based my outfit around pieces from our Vegas and Heavy Metal collections. I took my pictures at the event. This is what I wore.

Since the event was a holiday event, I decided to try to wear something that read holiday. I also had to be comfortable. The event was from 6 pm until midnight and I was going to be on my feet. So flats were a must.

My Hello Kitty tee reads Naughty or Nice? I got it many years ago from Forever 21. My black blazer is Gibson from Nordstrom. It is an equestrian style and can be found on Nordstrom's site at :

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/gibson-equestrian-blazer/3341186?origin=keywordsearch&contextualcategoryid=60135619&fashionColor=Black&resultback=0

My floral denim is the Diana Skinny Jean by KUT from the Kloth at Nordstrom. Find them online at:

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/kut-from-the-kloth-diana-floral-skinny-jeans/3406639?origin=keywordsearch&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=&resultback=0

My  boots are the UGG Australia 'Bailey Sparkle' Over the Knee Boot. I bought them last year. They are mostly sold out. I have seen some on ebay and it appears there are still select sizes online at Nordstrom.

My earrings are from our Vegas collection. Click on the link below to go directly to them or you can find them by visiting our shop from the homepage of our blog. They are the Vegas Sparkle Pompom earrings in red. http://www.etsy.com/listing/117339220/vegas-sparkle-pompom-earrings-vegas

I am wearing a combination of bracelets. Two of them are Vegas beaded stretch bracelets and there are bolt cuff bracelets in between, on top and bottom of the Vegas bracelets. This is not the best picture. The sequin clutch is from MJR.

This concludes another Kris's Closet. Thank you so much for stopping by!

Check out our newest jewelry additions on etsy by selecting shop on the homepage of our blogspot or go to etsy.com and enter ChristinaKrisin. Also check out some pictures of the Heavy Metal Collection and the desserts  from the event below.

Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!

Kris,

charm bracelets & bolt cuffs from Heavy Metal Collection 

The Rock Machine Necklace from Heavy Metal Collection

Dane's Dessert Cafe (Raspberry Waffle)

Chris' Top 3 Holiday Gift Ideas

With only 3 weeks left until Christmas, the pressure is on to find the perfect gifts for family and friends.  I work in a retail store that sells great gift items during the holiday season, so I thought I'd share my ideas, 3 great gifts for anyone young,old,male or female. Hope this helps with your shopping.

1.Personalized Items

Personalized gifts are great stocking stuffers. Who doesn't want something that is personal to them whether it's an initial charm, a nameplate necklace,zodiac sign, or even a monogrammed pillow. This gift will make anyone feel special, simple,but thoughtful.

Photo by: www.projectnursery.com

Stella & Dot have very adult looking charm necklaces. You choose the base necklace that you want, and then add the charms of your choice. They are very chic. You can find them at www.stelladot.com/christinajovonn. Order by December 17 11am to receive by Christmas.

I like to think of myself as a wine connoisseur, and I would love a personalized hand painted wine glass. At only $16.49, these are a great deal. Or you can take the DIY route and paint a wine glass yourself, but these are so perfect, I would just buy it. Find them at www.sweetthoughtsboutique.com. Order by December 14 to receive by Christmas.

2. ipod/ipad cases

Who doesn't have an ipod or ipad these days?, besides me! There are so many fun cases that you can get for the techie in your life. This is a great functional gift that would definitely come in handy.

www.westelm.com

These felt cases are simple, but not boring. At only $12.99, you can get this for a company gift exchange. Find them at www.westelm.com or if you are in Columbus, visit the west elm store at Easton Town Center.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/94953890/ipad-sleeve-ipad-case-for-ipad2-new-ipad?ref=sr_gallery_18&ga_search_query=ipad&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=all

I like the creativity of this case, and you could definitely purchase this for your mom or dad. This case is a little more expensive than the one above, priced at $23.99, but worth it to have a customized item, and you're supporting a small business. Find this one at: www.etsy.com/shop/jiujiu.

3. Magazine subscription

This is a fun gift, because it's not just a one time thing. Every month you will be thought of when that special person opens their mailbox to see their favorite magazine. From Vogue to Forbes magazine, you can find something for all interests.

The fashionista in your life would love a subscription to Vogue or any other fashion magazine. For $19.99, you receive 12 monthly issues via print and tablet, not bad.

Keep your beau in style with a year long subscription to GQ, he will thank you for the sneak peeks of all the sexy models inside!

Hope this fun list helps with your holiday shopping. Happy Holidays!!!

Ciao,Chris!

Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) November 24, 2012

Kris's Closet

Inspired by some great bloggers, Christina and I decided to start our own blog. In this blog post you will get a glimpse of pieces in my closet,learn where I found them
 and where I wore them.  

My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

Saturday was the Ohio State/Michigan game. I got dressed in my Buckeye gear and headed to my parents to watch the game with my father.My guy and I took my parents homemade baked rigatoni, salad and garlic bread. My fella is a great cook. He is the reason I have gained 20 pounds. After the Buckeye's won and finished the undefeated season, we went to see Lincoln. Good movie! I took these photos in front of the house before I left. This is what I wore.

I wore a Buckeye hoodie that I bought the night before at TJ Maxx. It is made by Colosseum Athletics. I love that it has thumb holes in the sleeves. You can find hoodies like this in most sports stores, in store and online. My jeans are Paige Skyline Skinny from Nordstrom.

The vest is faux fur by one of my favorites, Betsey Johnson. It is also from TJ Maxx. It is super warm. It was cold out and that was all I wore Saturday, day and night. I found the vest on bluefly for a bit more than I paid.

http://www.bluefly.com/Betsey-Johnson-black-and-white-belted-striped-faux-fur-
vest/p/319662801/detail.fly

 My 80's vintage Gucci, I bought at Second Time Around in Grandview, Ohio. Occasionally, I see vintage Gucci on ebay and etsy but the brand has been creating new bags that look like the vintage bags from the 80's. Obviously, the new bag will be more though.

 These are a pair of my favorite boots. They are red suede fringe boots by Sam Edelman. They are over-the-knee boots, which are for my short legs, thigh highs. I love them because they are flat but still make so much style impact. I bought them two years ago at TJ Maxx. I found some similar pairs online, one flat boot and one platform. Click on links to view.

option 1: http://www.zappos.com/minnetonka-calf-hi-3-layer-fringe-boot-brick?ef_id=ULdsYAAAGUCMbESz:20121129140832:s

option 2: http://www.victoriassecret.com/shoes/view-all/burlesque-fringe-boot-mojo-moxy?ProductID=68705&CatalogueType=OLS&cm_mmc=CA-_-Google-_-BRANDED%20SHOES-_-ZG-2882570368.5&CAWELAID=1652897166&catargetid=1602216389&cagpspn=pla

 My necklace is a Buckeye necklace from the Barnes & Noble on campus. There are lots of places to get these if you don't already own them. I would suggest buying from small business on etsy. Here is a necklace I found from a seller on etsy with many options:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/55632816/real-ohio-buckeye-necklace-with-football?utm_source=googleproduct&utm_medium=syndication&utm_campaign=GPS&gclid=CMi7rdCu9LMCFYVFMgodFTQAMQ

This concludes another Kris's Closet. Thank you so much for stopping by!

Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!

Kris,

What's up with Christina Kristin?

In this section we will give you updates on what we are doing as well as where we will be in the upcoming days.

This Saturday December 1, 2012  from 6:00pm-12:00am we are co-hosting our first Holiday Shopping Affair at Dane's Dessert Cafe located at 14 E.Poplar Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43215 in the Short North. We will be showcasing our Holiday collection "Heavy Metal", it is both rock and industrial. Check out the mood board below to see what inspired us as we designed this collection.  This is our first holiday collection and it features pieces for both men and women,  it has been very well thought out, and we poured our hearts and souls into this project. I am sure you will love it. We will also feature new pieces from our "Vegas" collection, and discounted items from the "Cotton Candy" collection.

"Heavy Metal" Inspiration Board

Come out and support local business owners while enjoying decadent desserts from Dane's Dessert Cafe, also in attendance will be Tiara's Jewelry Boutique. This event is brought to you by The SongMODEL Society. Mention this blog post and receive 10% off of your total ChristinaKristin purchase.

See you this weekend!

*Chris*

Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) November 20, 2012

Kris's Closet

Inspired by some great bloggers, my partner and I decided to start our own blog. In this blog post you will get a glimpse of pieces in my closet,learn where I found them
 and where I wore them.  

My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

Tuesday, I had dinner at a friend's. One of my besties and I went to Ocean Club at Easton and had a drink while we waited on our take out order. We went back to the house, ate and chatted. I took my photos in my friend's basement. This is what I wore.

I wanted to be cute but comfortable. I kept it simple.  My top use to be my grandmother's. It is a one piece top that look like a cami and cardigan. It is quite a few years old. My dark denim are Paige (Skyline Skinny) jeans from Nordstrom. I rolled them up to show off my new favorite shoes.

My earrings are vintage button style that I have worn once before in a closet post. I got them in Bucyrus, Ohio at Authentiques.

The purse is Burberry in (Haymarket Check). I bought this bag in New York at the Burberry store almost seven years ago. The style has since sold out but you can find the updated styles at http://www.burberry.com/.

These are my new favorite shoes! They were in my favorite fall trends last month in Style Crush. They are a smoking slippers by Jeffrey Campbell called (Elegant). I wanted to post the link again but they were no longer available. But check out some of his other shoes if you aren't familiar with him! I love his style!

This concludes another Kris's Closet. Thank you so much for stopping by!

Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!

Kris,

Chris's/Kris's Closet (Kristin) October 27, 2012

Kris's Closet

Inspired by great bloggers like Folake of Style Pantry and Tamia of The Style Sample, we decided to open up our closets to the world as well. We are ChristinaKristin of Columbus,Ohio. We are two women close in age, with two different takes on style and completely different personalities. My style is usually wild, bold, adventurous and colorful. I would use the same words to describe my personality and life. My name is Kristin. Welcome to my closet!

Saturday I went on a Columbus Food Adventures tour through German Village with my guy. The tour was part of my birthday present. It was something I have had on my to do list for over a year and I was not disappointed. We had mini cream puffs at Schmidt's, a salad from Lindey's made with hearts of palm, a knish from Katzinger's, macarons from Pistacia Vera, a fried green tomato from G. Michael's and a small feast at Barcelona. It was four hours of food and interesting facts about the history of German Village. I loved the experience! Afterward, I watched the Ohio State and Penn State game with my dad. The Buckeyes are still undefeated! Yay! Then I went out with the fella to hear one of his favorite local rock bands play. I took my pictures during the food tour and at Schiller Park where the tour began. This is what I wore.

I wanted to be dressed for the entire day so I put on a sequin tank, floral blazer and jeans. The sequin tank was given to me by my family friend Nikki. I am not sure where it came from. The blazer is Issac Mizrahi for Target. It is right on trend for fall but the jacket is a couple years old. Here are some floral blazers I found on  one of my new favorite sites at http://www.lulus.com/index.php?main_page=search_results&search_in_description=1&q=floral+blazer

Here is a pink sequin tank that would look good under most of the jackets at http://www.drjays.com/shop/P1372763/fashion-lab/disco-night-sequin-tank-top.html?currency=usd&utm_source=cse&utm_medium=nextag&utm_campaign=Fashion%20Lab%20Women&utm_content=Tops&utm_term=1372763%20-%20disco%20night%20sequin%20tank%20top&gwc_h=nextag

My jeans are my comfortable Mossimo jeans from Target.

My earrings are a Betsey Johnson asymmetrical pair that I got from my friend Dee for my birthday last year. I didn't realize I only had a picture of one earring. The other side is shorter. That earring is a lock.

My clutch is a gift with purchase from Michael Kors Hollywood fragrance. The skull ring is from Nordstrom but I have have seen ones similar being advertised at Charming Charlie. The pearl ring is an antique I found at Second Time Around in Attica, Ohio.

My smoking slippers I just got last week. I found them on http://www.etsy.com/. I am obsessed with this style of shoe. They are stylish and great for walking. Here are two pairs smoking slippers in two price points that I found online at http://www.lulus.com/products/bamboo-donovan-01-red-tan-tassel-smoking-slipper-flats/60618.html?gclid=CPKS8vS5prMCFc5cMgodEQIAHQ
and http://www.barneys.com/Marc-by-Marc-Jacobs-Tassel-Smoking-Slipper/00505024485302,default,pd.html?gclid=CIDqkZa6prMCFcU-MgoduXsAsQ

This concludes another Kris's Closet. Thank you so much for stopping by!

Here is the link to Columbus Food Adventures!

http://columbusfoodadventures.com/

Check out the bonus pictures from the food tour below.

Be blessed! Be free! Be fashionable!

Kris,

Pistacia Vera Goodies!

A baker at Pistacia Vera and our Food Adventures tour guide behind her

Fried Green Tomato at G. Michael's