All smiles here today as the kids headed off to school this week and we're getting back into a good routine! The weather is turning crisp here in the Seattle area and I'm turning toward beautiful fall colors like bordeaux, olive green, burnt orange, etc.

These drape front style jackets are flattering on most people since they have nice angles to them and don't require buttoning or zipping.

In this outfit, I paired the leather jacket with my go-to tunic and neutral fall ankle booties from the Nsale. This definitely makes me feel chic and put together, but still able to run around as a mama of three!

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DRAPE FRONT JACKETS

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Thanks for stopping by today and have a great weekend guys!

God Bless!

Anneke

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Fall 2016 Outerwear: Quilted Faux Fur Hooded Anorak #Nsale

August 1, 2016Fashion Blog Posts, Fashion, Fall FashionAnneke McConnell

Whenever I browse through these incredible pre-season sales like the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (one week left to save BIG), my admitted tendency is to go toward the shoes because of sizing (see my boot review HERE), trendy tops and sweaters, jeans, leggings (the BEST), and jewelry. Oh......and handbags! Can't forget those!

BUT, I tend to overlook the socks, pajamas, beauty, undergarments, and outerwear. Today, I'm highlighting some great deals on outerwear and sharing my top pick for the fall / winter season ahead.

Now living in Seattle, it's pretty temperate so it doesn't really get blasting hot or cold. I definitely have my stash of year round sweaters and sweatshirts (not swimwear). ;-)

Quilted Anorak Coat for Fall 2016 (Anneke McConnell)

Ralph Lauren quilted anorak coat / Zella Black Leggings / Sole Society Ariana Tote / Sole Society "Chateau" Drop Earrings

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Tan Quilted Anorak Coat with Faux Fur Hood for Fall 2016

This will probably be one of my go-to coats on those cold blustery days not too far off. Yes it rains in Seattle, but it's really more drizzly and gray most days........not huge downpours all the time. I'm SUPER excited to finally have a pair of Sperry's because they are so easy to take on and off with the zipper and comfortable.

As a pretty nostalgic person, I imagine heading to the Pumpkin patch with the family, going Christmas tree hunting, then coming in from the cold and hanging up my coat, taking those Sperry's off and curling up in my leggings and a sweater with the kids zipping hot cocoa. All the yeses!

#NSALE OUTERWEAR

Remember there's just one week left of the Nordstrom sale. If you've had your eye on something, snag it now!

For those of you wondering, on our Yellowstone trip today we mined for Sapphires! Next stop, West Yellowstone! :-)

xo,

Anneke

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Life Talk: New Beginnings

July 22, 2016Fashion Blog Posts, Life Talk, Fall FashionAnneke McConnell

So I mentioned on Instagram this past week that I had a more personal blog post I wanted to share with you guys. While I mainly stick with interior design and style, I like to get more personal and down to earth with people every now and then. (FYI, new video series IS coming!)

Now recently it was my amazing sister's birthday! Yay! But this year I felt compelled to go beyond the traditional "Here's a gift and I love you so much!" kind of gift.

The idea of "New Beginnings" is typically reserved for New Year's Resolutions, but the timing of this idea of New Beginnings seemed right to me......to kind of sit down and have a talk with her - a talk together about partnering together and being accountable for New Beginnings in each other's lives on a continuous basis.

When I came across this Lotus Leaf necklace, I knew instantly that this would be the perfect gift not only for her birthday, but as sisters moving forward together with a more raw honesty with each other than we have in the past - true sister's necklace, with very clear meaning behind them.

You know when a good friend is upset about something? It's so easy to be like, "No way. You're amazing! You should have gotten that! I can't believe they said that!"

But an even better friend can get "for real, real" with you and help get you to overcome hurdles, reach your goals, and make positive change in your life.

That's what this means to me and her.

New beginnings.

I love how the box that the necklace comes in says, ".....be reminded of the incredible beauty that can come from change."

But change is so HARD, am I right?!!! And really, I'm not talking about change in the short term, but the long term.

To see things through with consistency. THAT'S where the good stuff happens!

We've always be honest about our feelings, but this feels like the next step in being part of pushing each other to new heights. To ask the tough questions and to remind each other why we started and support each other along the way.

I love it. I love her!

It's only been a couple weeks and I'm already SO happy about it! We're texting each other each day checking up and keeping each other accountable.

If you are looking for New Beginnings in your own life, I'd encourage you to simply ask. Reach out to a friend and ASK. Sure....you don't know what they'll say, but my prayer is that they would be an encouragement to you!

Do you have a friend like this already or looking for something like this in your life??? I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments!

I will keep you updated on our sister journey together!

xo,

Anneke

P.S. I can't not say anything today that The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is indeed open to the Public now! #cuetheconfetti! Today is THE day you guys!! I not one to rush you or say things like "obsessed", I'm just stressing that this is a really great sale on pre-season items at post-season prices. >>>>> #winwin <<<<< I'm headed back to shop outerwear (I've got my eye on THIS), workout gear, and I just saw my fave handbag was restocked at the time of posting this!!! I definitely advise going at it with a plan (do you need loungewear, gifts, new denim or boots? How about home or bath items like comforters (these linen ones are gorgeous), rugs, towels, or frames. One section I'm restraining on is SWEATERS (oh...and jewelry - dang it!) since I live in them here in Seattle all fall, winter, and spring......and let's be honest, the occasional summer evening. ;-) Ok....enough of that - be sure to check the top left of the navigation of the blog for all #NSALE posts if you'd like a little more direction. :-)

Thank you as always for your continued support as I seek to encourage women to be the beauty God made them to be, and nothing less!

****The $150 Nordstrom Gift Card Winner is Bianca Copcutt - please email me at coastalcollectiveco@gmail.com

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale FAVE Items Under $40 - Public Access begins!

July 21, 2016Fashion Blog Posts, Fave Picks, Fashion, Gift IdeasAnneke McConnell

Hey friends! Have you shopped the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale yet? The sale opens to the public here in a few hours on July 22nd and lasts through August 7th.

For today I wanted to share another video (thanks for the love on the BOOTS REVIEW) with you on my favorite items under $40.

Trust me, the savings are big with the more expenses pieces, but these are great staples that you can mix and match, layer, and buy multiple colors in. #guilty

In the beginning of this video, I felt it was important to express why I do what I do here in terms of the style side of things.

Maybe it's because I'm a ***bit older with 3 kiddos, but I just want you know that the bottom line is, I want YOU to feel beautiful and this is just one way I can be a small part of that. :-)

***Remember, you can go to the navigation on the blog, and there's an ENTIRE tab just for the sale to keep all posts easy to find - not everything makes it in a blog post!)

Happy Shopping ladies and thanks as always for your love and support!