ROCKSBOX: FREE MONTH OF JEWELRY!

Alright guys:

Time for my RocksBox review! You've probably seen a good amount of people posting about Rocksbox on Instagram- but I'm here to answer some common questions- HONESTLY. 

If you're not interested in me blabbling, here's the quick quote:

- Rocksbox is like Netflix for jewelry - and to get a free month, signup at rocksbox.com & use code "beautyandbeardxoxo"? -

Okay, here's the long version:

Rocksbox really is like Netflix for jewelry.

You get 3 pieces in the mail, you wear them as long as you want...and then you return them.

Here's how you start, to assure you actually get pieces you LIKE.

1. You take a style quiz. There's a bunch of quick questions to narrow down what kind of jewelry you like - gold/silver, necklaces/earrings/bracelets/rings, etc. 

2. You USE the comment sections! There are places everywhere to give specific details on what you like, and drop hints about pieces you want :)

3. You use the Wishlist- you can request specific pieces of jewelry you want. That plain and simple!

4. You leave feedback! With each box you get, there's a spot to leave feedback for each piece - likes, dislikes, comments.

The most common questions I've been getting have been about shipping- so here they are, with answers:

1. Can you keep 1 piece for longer and send the others back? Unless you buy it, no. It kind of sucks if you really like a piece, but you have to send all 3 back at a time. BUT like I said, if you like a piece a lot, you can buy it for 20% below retail price!

2. Is shipping fast? Yes! My first box actually took a long time to come- but I found out it was my post office's fault, not Rocksbox! Since that first one, the shipping has been super fast. When I sent my last box back and got my new one- it only took a total of 4 business days!

3. Is shipping actually free? Yes. Shipping and Returns are totally free!

4. What are the hidden costs? Hah. I asked this question too. There actually aren't any- using "beautyandbeardxoxo" by March 19th and you get the first month free - and then after that it's $19/month. Shipping and returns are free!

5. What if you get something in your box you don't like? This has only happened to me once- I got a necklace I didn't totally love- so I just put a comment on the return form when I sent the box back! 

6. Are you getting paid for this? Hah, not to post about this, no. But like any referral program nowadays, you bet your sweet bottom I get perks. Use code "beautyandbeardxoxo" and YOU get a free month, and I get credit towards Rocksbox. BUT WAIT. Before you get all high and mighty- once YOU sign up for Rocksbox, you'll get a code too- which means YOU can pass it along to friends/family/coworkers, and get the exact same perks :)

7. Is it all gaudy statement jewelry? NO! There is something for everyone. I've gotten bold, bright Loren Hope pieces as well as delicate, simple Gorjana pieces. You get whatever you specify in your comments!

8. Is it worth it? For me, for right now, yes. As we're approaching wedding season I have a TON of weddings coming up (and bridal showers and bachelorette parties) and it's going to be awesome to have a constant flow of new jewelry to wear! Honestly, I don't know if it's something I'd do year round, but right now, it's worth it!

If you are still skeptical, send me an email : beautyandbeard(at)gmail(dot)com.

So don't wait! 

Use code "beautyandbeardxoxo" by March 19th for your first box for FREE!

xo, lp

Want to see some of the awesome pieces I've gotten?

Find me on Instagram --> @lpodlich 

Friday's Fancies #64: Wedding Wear

Let's talk weddings.

This summer we were invited to....6 I think? This of course means I take that as an excuse to buy a bunch of new dresses. You know, like any responsible adult would do.

I am in love with the look of these jacquard dresses. Totally flattering shape, hitting you right at your natural waist- and an array of colors to choose from. That with a slight texture? Perfection. Oh, and for under $45? I'll take all 3, thanks.

Look 1: Simple Golden Girl: Pale Yellow Jacquard dress /// Gorjana Lena Shimmer Studs // Gorjana Honeycomb necklace

Look 2: Blinged Out Babe (yes I said blinged out) :  Light Blue Jacquard dress /// J.Crew Factory necklace // Kenneth Jay Waterfall Earrings

Look 3: Watermelon Woman (ok these names are going downhill fast): Light Coral Jacquard Dress // Gorjana Triangle necklace // Loren Hope Petra earrings

Looking at these now together I realize they have a Disney Princess Belle-Cinderella-Ariel thing going on. Oops. So for all you 80s/90s kids who were Disney obsessed, make your bridesmaids wear these. It would be awesome (read: sad). 

Do you have a go-to wedding outfit?

Mix it up with one of these dressed this summer! 

xo, lp

Friday's Fancies #61: Easy Weekend Wear

The Friday's Fancies theme this week was Easy Weekend Wear-and it was definitely easy to come up with an outfit for it! This is what my weekend wear looks like:

This charcoal dress from TopShop (only $45!) is one you NEED in your closet. Everyone should have a few pieces that are so easy to wear and versatile that if you're in a rush to get ready you can just throw it on and now it'll work with whatever occasion you've got. This one is casual enough to run out to the farmer's market in sandals or dressy enough to pair with sparkly jewels,tights, and some black pumps! 

For easy weekend wear, I'd wear it with some simple black flats (Gap), the most perfect Transport Tote (Madewell), and a few basic bracelets in gold (Gorjana) and white enamel (J.crew). Oh, and since I'm never without a necklace, why not layer two BaubleBar beauties? Love this gold nameplate one and teal teardrop beauty!

What does your easy weekend wear look like?

If you like this dress but are looking for a sleeveless option, this one from Old Navy is super comfy! 

xo,  lp 

WHO KNEW RED LIPS WOULD CAUSE SUCH A COMMOTION!

I wish I had something cool to tell you right off the bat this week, but my brain is totally frozen from the single digit temperatures. Saturday it was 42 degrees, Sunday it was 7. BOO MIDWEST.  

Today has a high of 5 degrees. ::Shiver:: 

Per usual on Mondays, I have a few things to share with you from the past week- and I have some good ones for you this time around!

Best thing of the week...the image below.

If you've been following this blog for a while (or follow me on Instagram or Twitter) you know I post quite a lot of #ootd shots. Well the other day at work I get a text from Michael with this image in it.

 I. Could. Not. Stop. Laughing.

Yup, that's my man, half mocking me, half showing the world his workday best. Both valid and awesome.

(find more lovely #ootds HERE, maybe more of Michael someday...)

Best blog happenin' of last week....getting back to sharing DIYs. 

Loved the response from you all on the blog/Instagram/twitter about this paintchip DIY! Now I'm tempted to do more in other colors...and put them everywhere. Oh, and for those of you asking -- in the other images with the weird gold urchin- it's Nate Berkus and you can buy it here. 

Best event of the week...double date night.

I posted this picture on Instagram before we went out for dinner with our friends Emily and Ben...and when I next checked my phone I saw all the lovely comments. Geez! You all sure know how to make a girl blush. I guess I'll need to start wearing lipstick more often. Sassy.

Oh- the necklaces:

Circle diamond cutout: Gorjana from ShopBop- by far my most worn and loved necklace.

"L" Initial Neckalce: Christmas gift from Michael's stylish sister Kelly. From Etsy Shop Olive Yew.

Best find of the week...maybe.

Has anyone ordered the Kate Spade NY Things We Love book yet? In theory it sounds like the perfect little ladylike coffee table book (sorry Michael) - but I haven't heard anything about it yet! I thought it could be a great V-day gift to give to girlfriends, and it's on sale here...but I'm looking for backup, people! 

(get it on sale HERE!)

Best meal...and the simplest.

Tomorrow I'll be sharing a recipe for the easiest, most delicious pepper parmesean pasta. I'm getting hungry thinking about it. Gah.

Alright, that wraps up last week for me.

How are you all doing? Anyone else having freezing cold weather?

...oh, and let me know about the Kate Spade book. Please!

xo, lp

RAINBOW VEGGIE TURKEY?

Oh, hey.
Fancy meeting you here...

I haven't posted since Wednesday, and it's time to get back to business!

Hope you all had a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving. Michael and I drove to MN after work Wednesday, and then back to WI Thursday night laaaate in order to get him back to work Friday morning. It was a lot of driving with a lot of coffee, Mountain Dew, and sugar...but completely worth it to see my family. They're kind of amazing. 

I made a few things for the dinner, my favorite being this guy:

(Yes, veggie turkey! My sister Ann and I took a lot of pride in making him...and eating him later!)

The craziest thing was that when we got to MN it was about 60 degrees and pure blue skies (see left) and when we departed, there was snow accumulation (see right)!!! 

(find me on Instagram here)

Last year I made these rainbow glitter ornaments, and I pulled them out this weekend for our tiny, 1.5 foot tall tree. Aren't they pretty?!

(see how I made them here)

Besides the literal veggie turkey shown above, I made a few of these this weekend, and I'll be sharing the recipe for them TOMORROW!:

Now, something I am SUPER excited about is the Gorjana Cyber Monday Sale. I'm not a Black Friday shopper, but this is something I can get down with. 40% off EVERYTHING and Free Shipping!!

My absolute favorite necklace is Gorjana, and I have yet to decide what to grab today. Their rings are pretty, and I've been eyeing the Initial ring for a while... it's under $20 with the discount + free shipping! Here's a few lovlies:

1. Gold Madison Ring // 2. Teal Tahiti Ring // 3. Gold Initial Ring

4. Silver Initial Ring // 5. Rose Gold Madison Ring // 6. Eros Ring Set

7. Gold Number Ring // 8. Gold Aubrey Ring // 9. Gold Shimmer Disc Ring

Which Gorjana piece (ring or otherwise) would you snag?

Or, much more importantly, did YOU make a veggie turkey last week?

xo, lp