super urban outfitters sale

I guess I've been on a little Urban kick lately.

There's a great sale going on at Urban Outfitters online right now. You get an extra 15% off everything that's already on sale after you add it to your Cart plus free returns/exchanges. No offense to Urban Outfitters, but this finally makes the products' prices more matched to the quality. This is a great time to pick up some of the more trendy pieces that you have been thinking about trying out all season.

So for me that means that finally I put in an order for some affordable rocker booties! I'll let you know how they work out when I get them:

Sweet Life by Dolce Vita Lace Heel

Here are some other summer trends that are now a little more affordable:


Plaid Tunic: Kimchi Blue Buffalo Pintuck Tunic


Flat Gladiator Sandal: Ecote Pyramid Gladiator Sandal


Vintage Maillot: Kimchi Blue Cinema Swimsuit


High-Waisted Short Skirt: Silence & Noise High-Waisted Twill Skirt


Onesie/Jumper: Silence & Noise Safari Jumper

loomstate for keds

I have been opposed to the Keds resurgence over the last few years, but I have finally given in and am admitting that Keds are cute again. And the new collaboration between organic clothing designer Loomstate, my favorite department store Barneys New York, and Keds has convinced me that maybe I would even wear a pair...

I am committed to living a more "green" life, so I am a huge supporter of fashion designers who are now incorporating sustainable technologies into their products (remember my obsession with Melissa shoes?). The Loomstate collection for Keds features five designs that are made from 100% organic cotton, nickel free eyelets, and 100% recycled insoles. Also 1% of the proceeds of the eco-friendly collaboration is donated to The Organic Exchange, whose mission is "to deliver sustained environmental, economic and social benefits through expansion of organic agriculture."

I think the designs are pretty cute (the black Birds pattern is my favorite) and I also believe that slip-on shoes are just a really great invention. The Keds and Loomstate collection is available online at Barneys for $75/pair.

Keds x Loomstate Birds Sneaker $75

Keds x Loomstate Sun Sneaker $75

still searching for my perfect rocker bootie

I've been loving the hottest shoe of the spring/summer, which I have named the rocker bootie, but have still not found myself the perfect pair. I'm sure you have been seeing them everywhere but if you haven't, it's kind of a high-heeled gladiator open-toed cut-out bootie. It looks great with rolled up dark skinny jeans or black leggings.

Here are some great ones at Urban Outfitters that I would love to try on...

Sam Edelman Woven Heel $158

Deena & Ozzy Strapped Heel $88

Dolce Vita Rayne Heel $149.99 (reg. $178)

We Who See Buckled Up Wedge $128

hello kelli featured on shopittome

I did a guest blog post today for Blog It To Me, which is the blog for discount alert website Shop It To Me. The article is about fun beach cover-ups:

What To Wear Over Your Bathing Suit This Summer

Hello Kelli is also one of Shopittome's Featured Trendsetters!

h&m and jimmy choo

Could it be true? The next designer collaboration for H&M is Jimmy Choo! On November 14 H&M will release a collection of men's and women's shoes, bags, and accessories designed by fabulously high-end British shoe designer Jimmy Choo. I can't wait to see images of the collection!

meet erin hasler of ija designs

There is so much artistic influence everywhere in Oregon, so I am extremely excited to meet designers who also call this state home.

I recently interviewed the jewelry designer Erin Hasler of Ija Designs who creates gorgeous jewelry inspired by her natural surroundings. She lives with her husband and two young children in the mountainous city of Bend, Oregon and uses her metalsmithing talents and an eye for colorful gemstones to design unique pieces that have a minimal impact on the Earth. As the future turns towards sustainability in all areas of design, I was excited to hear about how she keeps this as a priority in her work...and also a little about some of her favorite things!


Describe your personal style...
I’d have to say that my personal style is pretty laid back. My days are so crazy with work and my two little ones that things need to function to make it into heavy rotation. I’m a total jeans whore and usually just throw on a tank top with some skinny jeans. On the rare nights that my husband and I get to go out, I try to dress up a bit. That generally entails loose sweater dresses over leggings and my Frye harness boots. I can’t walk in heels.


What is your favorite piece of jewelry?
My favorite piece of jewelry is a charm bracelet that my daughter Dylan made for me for Mother's Day (she's four). The bracelet is made up of various glass and silver beads that she piced out and strung for herself.

Who are your favorite designers (jewelry and other)?
My favorite jewelry artist right now is Christine J. Brandt. She does phenomenal work with exotic hardwoods and stones in their natural state. I would love to have one of her rings. I'm also a huge fan of Souchi, a local line out of Portland. Suzi creates the most incredible designs in the softest cashmere ever. I've been coveting her new knit headpieces that channel Rosie the Riveter.

Tell me more about what makes a sustainable material.
The jewelry industry is obviously hard on the Earth, as all our materials must be mined for use. I've chosen to use recycled materials and to recycle all my scrap materials. By recycling scrap materials we're able to continue creating new pieces without mining for more raw materials. With stones I think it's important to research who you're purchasing from and their mining practices. As with all things, if more people begin to demand products that are produced through sustainable practices and ethically responsible companies we will begin to create a shift in how all business are run.

What do you like about living in Bend, Oregon? How does it affect your designs?
I love the small town feel in Bend; I can't go to the grocery store without running into people I know. The outdoor recreation here is phenomenal. We take our kids canoeing, hiking, snowshoeing, and snowboarding. I know that my surroundings definitely have an influence on my work, especially some newer pieces that I'm working on. I've been fascinated with translating textures I find in nature to metal and every walk to the park is an adventure to find some new texture.


Tell me about your tattoos.
My tatoos...let's see...I have quite a few. I have some phenomenal work and some work that could use some love, but I don't regret any of them. They represent various points in my life and are part of who I am. I have an "ohm" on the top of my left foot...it's a reminder to stay balanced and to just breathe when life becomes overwhelming...a useful tool with two little ones. I have a half sleeve on my right arm that's a piece in honor of my family and as soon as my son is done nursing I'm getting both arms fully sleeved. So excited!!


What are you reading right now?
Maya Angelou's "The Heart of a Woman"

What music are you into right now?
I love music. All of it. But lately I've been really feeling Bat for Lashes, Lykke Li, Nick Drake, and my brother's band, My New Vice.

Erin's gorgeous earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and rings are available on her website at Ija Designs. If you live in Portland, Ija Designs jewelry is available at Hot Box Betty at 1623 NE 15th St.

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