look book for january. cake & valley.

the last day of january has arrived! saywhattttt? can you believe it??? however, we're pulling all our looks from this month & putting them together in one post. hope you enjoy :)

next week we kick off the new month with a baby themed week {squeal!!!}

until then have a great weekend!

x&o.

cake & valley.

catching fire. valley.

you wanna know what the worst thing about winter is? it's not the bitter cold or mountains of snow that won't melt till may . . . it's getting a cold that just won't go away. good thing we both have the day off from work {one of them planned the other is due to a state of emergency so all the snow can be cleared . . . . } either way we're both resting up & refusing to let the cold, the outside temp & the snow take over our lives!!! 

x&o.

cake & valley.

top: michael stars {similar here}, jeans: j brand, shoes: rag & bone, jacket: j.crew, scarf: nordstrom {similar here}, bag: gucci {another alternative big black bucket bag here}, necklace: j.crew {similar here}.

catching fire. cake.

this weekend, despite the blizzard-white-out-conditions of lake michigan, was fantastic! cake flew home to celebrate the arrival of baby cupcake, with a dr. seuss themed baby shower!!! we'll be sure to share pictures {probably early next week} with you. our mom went all out & just about diy'd everything she could!!! a high powered working woman and master party planner . . . . that's a lot to live up to :) alas today we're just sharing with you a  faux fur, leather, striped covered cake. hope you enjoy & happy monday.

x&o.

cake & valley.

top: j.crew, tank: target, jeans: asos, jacket: target {similar here}, fur collar: foley + corinna {last seen here}, shoes: talbots {similar here}, rings: gorjana, earrings: j.crew, bag: LV

camelot. cake & valley.

happy friday!!!
here we are together :)
have a great weekend.

x&o.

cake & valley.

camelot. cake.

top: free people, jeans: asos, tank: wet seal, parka: j.crew, shoes: emus {similar here}, hat: banana republic {similar here}, spike necklace: F21 {similar here}, coin necklace: urban outfitters {similar here}, bag: LV

camelot. valley.

sometimes you just have to get a little royal, especially on a wednesday! these photos were taken at a local bakery in norwich, vt; king arthur flour. just take a look at their blog, totally drool worthy. if you're ever in the area this is a must stop & try venue. they just finished a huge out door kitchen, patio, cafe, and they even offer cooking/baking classes!!!! it's also a great place to take blog photos & clearly have a snack!!! hope we didn't make you too jealous.

x&o.

cake & valley.

sweater: anthropologie, jeans: 7 for all mankind, boots: uggs, jacket: add down {similar here}, scarf: nordstrom {similar here}, bag: gucci, earrings: anthropologie {similar here in orange}, hairclip: j.crew {bow clipstill sold in stores, but similar online version here}, sunglasses: ray-ban.

coats. coats. coats. cake & valley.

try saying that three times fast; a lot like boats boats boats . . .  starts to sound a little weird right?!?!? ha! hope you all had a great weekend and enjoyed some sunny warm weather {or warm-ish weather depending on where you live!} today we've put together the top coat styles we LOVE to wear & layer during the winter. just take a look. also, sorry this is such a long post! next time we'll split this into a two day thing!!!

x&o.

cake & valley.


1) a pea coat- we both own this classic cut in a fun color & we wear them all the time!!!

2) the "envelope" coat - you'll be able to see right away this is the best coat to dress up & dress down.

3) the midi length khaki coat- a closet staple that every girl should have.

4) the puffer coat- you definitely need one of these if the temperature drops below freezing where you live!

5) faux fur vest- layer it on top of another coat, layer it under another coat, or just wear it by itself. best. winter. accessory.

6) blazer - use this spring staple on a warmer winter day & just layer it over a heavy sweater!

7) leather coat- you just need one fabulous leather coat & it will take you places!

8) quilted jacket-no matter if it's a fancy barbour or a simple one from target just make sure it fits you well

9) fatigue- cake is obsessed with this style & can't help herself when it comes to buying these in short, long or vest style!

10) statement coats- this is where you just buy what you love, can't go wrong with that :) go for unique clasps, fun patterns, and different shapes. just remember you won't get the most use out of these coats but you'll love wearing them when you do!!!