Over the Rainbow

One year ago I did a post on ombre jewelry (here) and my obsession is still going strong. My favourite piece from my round-up was (and still is!) this Elisa Solomon ombre eternity band (shop it here and here).

The ring is handcrafted in 18K gold and features multi-coloured stones including pink sapphire, garnet, citrine, blue sapphire, emerald, peridot, aquamarine, and amethyst. It's like having a little rainbow wrapped around your finger! It's so unique and I love the sunny, bright colours for summer. I wore it stacked up with a few other favourites for a friend's wedding --but it wears equally as well alone. Welcome to my everyday rotation, little rainbow!

**other rings by Jennie Kwon Designs and nails CND Vinylux in Sage Scarf **

Blogmopolitan

I came across this fun little cosmo-mag-inspired questionnaire over the weekend and thought I'd take part. I am sure I am way behind on this but I love reading other people's answers to these and thought some of you might find some interest in mine. Do you even know how my blog got its name? Keep reading to find out!

Currently Loving: March 2014 ed.

The sun is shining, the snow is melting, and spring is just around the corner. It has to be! This has been one of the worst (read: coldest) winters in recent memory. I am so ready for spring and really, summer. Here are my March favourites and the products I am using and loving as we head into spring.

1. These red wines. I just got my clear braces off (yes, adult braces, ugh! So happy to have this chapter behind me!) which meant no red wine or else be cursed with stained ugly brown brackets. 20 months later, I am indulging in my favourite reds again. These two reds were consumed last week and are just as good as I remember. Maybe better.

2. Yay for t-shirt weather (well, almost!). Loving these graphic tees from J.Crew, and bonus, they're currently on sale with code HAPPYSHOPPING.  Floral  // These Are The Days // C'est La Vie //

3. Aveda Hand Relief. This cream is a little pricey but so amazing and indulgent. It smells divine and is the only reason my hands aren't totally chapped this winter.

4. Vale Staple ring. This ring is simple, beautiful, easy, and everyday cool. (Also pictured is my Jennie Kwon open cuff equilibrium ring. I've posted about it ad nauseum and is safely an all-time favourite!)

5. Happy. A pleasant reminder in a mess of gold chains.

6. House of Cards season 2 on Netflix. We're savouring these episodes because once they're done, they're done. And then the waiting begins again.

7. Thumb rings. I've started wearing a thin twisted gold band on my thumb and I am kind of loving it. Inspired by Emily.

8. Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder. I had a gift card to Sephora that I'd been saving since Christmas. I finally made my choice and went with Hourglass' super pretty, sheer, glowy powder in Dim Light. I can't really describe it, but it just makes my face bright and awake. It's sheer so you can't really see it. Which is maybe the beauty of it? You'll just look brighter.

Trend Spotting: Thumb Rings

Remember thumb rings? They're back! Choose dainty or thick, but keep your thumb ring simple and plain. It should almost go unnoticed.

thick: Atlantic-Pacific // thin: Cupcakes and Cashmere // textured: Jolie Jouel

Currently Loving: February 2014

Snowflake Jewels: We may as well embrace winter at this point! And how better than with snowflake inspired rings.

Necessary Scarves: Again, it's cold. This beauty is from H&M.

Leopard Accents: Leopard is becoming one of my favourite neutrals. I currently have my eye on this bag.

Moody Living Spaces: I love white spaces as much as the next gal, but isn't there something rich, moody and inviting about grey and black?

Sprinkles: Embrace your inner 9 year old.

Ilia Lipstick in Pink Cashmere: My go to shade of the moment. It offers the perfect pink/lilac pop and is all natural.

OLO Love Springs Eternal Serum: A few drops of this oil into my moisturizer and I am good to glow.

Everyday Jewelry: I can't get enough of this sparkly mix. Shark tooth necklace from Vale; Michael Kors Watch from Shopbop; gold bangle by Alex and Ani; Sparkly necklace from Forever 21.

Currently Loving: January 2014 ed.

January has to be one of the most universally hated months. Christmas is over. Diets wars are waging. The weather is dismal. But despite the month's bad rap, there are things to get excited about in January. New beginnings! Getting healthy! Motivation to go after your dreams! I for one feel rejuvenated and focused. Here are a few of the things I am loving this month. 

Statement Earrings

Sincerely, Jules

Unicorns
(prediction: the next big thing.)

blah blah dolls

Simpler Arm Situations

Pinterest

Sparkly Pants
(why not!)

Late Afternoon

VONBON baby apparel 

Sage all decked out - blanket, hat, bib! 

Grey and Red

Burju Necklace 

Hello, Goodbye

It's almost time to say goodbye to 2013 and hello to 2014. This year was so special for me for many reasons - but most importantly because I became a mom to the sweetest baby girl. I'll be taking a little time this holiday to reflect on the successes of 2013 and scheme up plans for 2014. Here's a look back at Jolie Jouel in 2013 - a year filled with life-changing 'firsts', fun DIYs, trend spotting, and style posts. As always, thanks for following along and see you in 2014!

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!