Celebrations & Top 5 Tuesday!

As long as I can remember, New Year's Eve has always caused a lot of stress with last minute plans and hunting for the perfect outfit. 2011 followed suit and had my Mom and I running around the mall the night before, still looking for something for me to wear! We finally decided on a long-sleeve tan sweater/dress from Forever21 to pair with my black fur vest that I already had.

The outfit looked a lot like this:

Boy, do plans change!

My friend, Lindsey graciously invited me to come and spend the night at her house in Charlotte with some of my other good friends from Boone. We had the most amazing time eating tons of food, dancing, and trying our best to stay up until midnight!

If you read my post about semi-formal, you may remember the black, 3/4 sleeve dress that I wore to our function. When I got to Lindsey's and saw the dressy outfits everyone was planning on wearing, I decided to throw that dress on instead. I'll be saving my fur vest for another day!

Everyone got dressed up (even the boys), despite the fact that we were staying at home for the night. It made it that much more fun! Lindsey's parents were so amazing and made a ton of food for the group! We had such a good time talking and eating all night.

This was only about half of the food we had!

The girls: Lindsey, Me, Gwyn, & Kristin

Gwyn modeling the piggies in a blanket. These were a huge hit!

 Lindsey cutting the massive cookie cake that Kristin brought.

 This cookie cake was the size of a large pizza & double layered, basically heaven!

I hope your New Year's was just as fun as mine!

& I can't forget...

I'm linking up with Rachel at Just Peachy for Top 5 Tuesday: 

Favorite Jewelry Pieces!

This was an easy one for me because I usually wear about the same jewelry every day!

1. Tortoise shell cuff bracelet: If you been reading my blog for long, you know that I am in love with tortoise shell! I found this bracelet at a boutique in Boone and I just couldn't resist.

2. Silver bow bracelet: I am obsessed with bows and when I found this cute cuff, I just had to grab it. I got it a few years ago at the Aerie store. I couldn't believe it!

3. All wrapped up pearls- drop earrings: These earrings that I got for my 21st birthday have become one of my favorites. They are from Kate Spade and go with anything, plus they stick with my bow theme.

4. My college class ring: I know that some people get a class ring and never wear it, but I am the complete opposite. I've had a class ring for middle/high school, and now college.

5. J.CREW Starfish earrings: I got these earrings last spring, to wear to a fraternity formal. I quickly realized they are perfect for anything. I can't wait for it to get warm so I can wear them again.

What are your top 5 favorite jewelry pieces?