Happy New Year!

I hope you all had a wonderful holiday, I'm looking forward to a new year! This year I'm hoping to travel more, cut back on my shopping habit, eat the healthiest ever, and get inspired.

I have a lot of things on my list and I hope you guys have some goals set to get you going into the new year. With that said, it is always important to look and feel good about you, so take a browse at my shop. Everything is 25% off with coupon code NEW YEAR, so if you've been eyeing something now is the time! I also marked down a lot of items! http://www.katiegariepy.etsy.com

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In The Studio...

These days lately have been non-stop. It's work, then a break, then some work, then business, maybe go out for a drink/meal, sleep, do it all over again. I am in no way complaining, I like to get the most out of every day and feel fully accomplished before going to bed. Thinking of all the things I checked off the list is a nice feeling.
I have been busy in the studio getting many things finished up, here are some photos from me playing around and some of the new products!

Featured Etsy Shop: Lux Divine

As a small business owner, I love to shine the light on other artists doing the same as I. We put a lot of time and effort into these stores and it really shows in Lux Divine's shop. Lux Divine is a bohemian collective, each piece is perfected and gorgeous. Here's a bit taken from Jessica of Lux Divine's profile:
"I began designing jewelry when I was in high school. I have always known that making jewelry is what I was meant to do with my life. I taught myself how to do wire wrapping and beading and also attended the Gemological Institute of America where I became certified in Gemology and Diamond Grading, Casting, Mold-making, design, CAD/CAM, wax carving and learned many other skills.

Gems are my real passion. I love mixing colors and making new combinations. I am so fascinated on how gems and minerals grow. It takes a lot of work for Mother Nature! I am obsessed with Gold but silver is a close second. I am mostly inspired by nature, the colors, the smells and even the sound of the ocean inspires me. People inspire me as well. I love designing when I have my family or friends around because I love getting opinions and feedback and usually the project turns out better when everyone I love is helping out:) My family is so supportive of my life purpose and motivate me to bring out my creativity in a way that can make any woman feel beautiful. I am truly blessed!"

Check out Lux Divine on Etsy.

Get Dressed: New Years Dresses

Being a particularly picky person, I have the hardest time deciding what to wear for new years. I love ringing in the new year with my friends and getting a little silly, all while looking top notch. I scoured the internet to find the best new years dresses under many different criteria. Something for everyone and every budget!

1. Throw On & Go- Ombre Party Dress in Champagne via Free People $98

2. Investment- Miu Miu Leather Dress via Net-A-Porter $3,650

3. One Of A Kind- Baroque Black & Gold Velvet Cut Out Dress via KatieGariepy at Etsy $50

4. Dancing Piece- Fringed Crepe Dress via Zara $69.99

5. Wear It Again- Lucca Couture Golden Hour Sequin Dress via Nasty Gal $52.80 (Sale!)

6. Princess Dress- Filigree Fantasy Dress via Free People $250

If you are still in need of a holiday dress... you're slacking! But here are some ideas, jump on that expedited shipping girl.

1. The Perfect Velvet Dress- Envy Velvet Dress via Nasty Gal $68

2. Holiday Spirit- Tinsel Tee Dress by Boutique via TopShop $320

3. Dramatic- Mesh & Lace Maxi Dress in Burgundy via ASOS $117.97

Etsy Shop Of The Moment: laPupaHuman

Masha Kukharchyk of Warsaw, Poland creates some of the sweetest clothing and accessories in a Russian style. She is in fact Russian but has been living in Poland for quite awhile. I stumbled upon her designs while browsing Etsy one afternoon, I delved in more because I was so entranced by the Folk Ornament Dress (pictured above). Her prices are astonishingly affordable, and for the lovely work you get almost too good to be true! She also makes some darn cute ceiling lights out of Matryoshka dolls. While writing this post, nearly all of the dresses on her page sold out! It seems she frequently posts though so I would not be too worried if you are lusting after one of those amazing dresses.

Photos via Etsy at LaPupaHuman

Don't Put The Neon Away Yet...

Silence via Flickr

This is a trend I adore. I created an entire collection based around neon colors for this past spring and summer. You would think that the neon trend would be gone by the end of summer.. it's surprisingly still here.
I love it incorporated in small bits, how perfect! Just a little dab of neon to keep away the dooming winter weather that is approaching. For autumn, stick to just accessories in neon. You can even layer a neon piece, but don't go for the full neon outfit.
For this post I picked small trendy pieces, some are on the pricer side, some are affordable! These pieces are ready to be incorporated into your everyday wardrobe without having to change a thing.
To be truthful, I honestly have this thing with wearing black. So trying out the neons has been a blast. It is very different from my style but still stays true to me. I'm wild and I love this splash of color you can put into your everyday outfit. So keep summer going in your wardrobe and keep the neon pieces out of storage!

Marc Jacobs Dreamy Logo Key Pouch via Shopbop

Drip Bracelet via Elephant Heart

Neon Clutch Fold Over via Etsy

Neon Rhinestone Necklace via ASOS

Electric Jelly Bag via Nasty Gal

Cooe Large Nut Cuff via Moda Operandi

Neon Yellow Lita via Nasty Gal

Neon Spike Through Ring via ASOS

up in the sky.

Well it's been awhile, but I think I should be getting back into the swing of things.
I'm really digging all the space related stuff out... here's a small round up.

Galaxy Circle Scarf Magellanic Cloud Nebula from Shadowplaynyc (etsy) $65
Half moon Carina Nebula from JessieForged (etsy) $52
Summertime Skies Print from elisemahanfineart (etsy) $10
Embroidered Linen and LED Constellation Pisces from metalmindcircuits (etsy) $51

Supernova Leggings from NastyGal $55

sail away...

Who wants to join me on a boat, we can drift out to sea.
1.) Skipper Bikini Bottom $54 (by: FablesbyBarrie)
2.) Nautical Charm Bracelet $28 (by: OliviaClare)
3.) Know Your Ropes Bangle $ (by: Kate Spade)
4.) Sailor Sweetie Tattoo Hairpins $8 (by: Glamasaurus)
5.) Little Toy Boat Necklace $92 (by: YellowGoat)
6.) Sailor Tote Bag $33 (by: Bayanhippo)
7.) Anchor Print Scarf Wrap Shawl $21 (by: PrettyRaccoon)

Hot Plaid Summer

I just visited The Clothing Show in Toronto on Friday. It was wonderful! Really amazing gals, I'll be putting together a collage of all those artists soon. These are some fine people from Etsy again, I'm always looking for inspiration and I've found some really wonderful artists. Love Love Love! Wish I had some money.
1.) Upcycled Pink Jersey Pencil Case (By: Seaoats) I am loving everything in this shop right now, all re-used materials and eco-friendly water-based inks. Wow.
2.) Plaid Bow Headband (By: Giabowtique) Perfect with your favorite summer dress.
3.) Goo Goo Cat Keychain (By: Mochikaka) I'll take one of each of these adorable itty bitty detailed keychains.
4.) Large Pleated Shoulder Bag in Sunflower and (By: Bluecalla) I love this fabric, it makes me automatically think of summer. Wear with a white t-shirt.
5.) Coral Moths (By: HillaryBird) The prettiest moths I've ever seen! So sweet.
6.) Magenta & Yellow Bow Zipper Pouch (By: KatieGariepy) One of my new favorites, available in my shop at at Splash Panic. Bright and cheery!