the eyelash sweater & satin skirt

cream + olive

okay, let’s get real. i haven’t shopped at Abercrombie & Fitch since… college. which was (way) more than a decade ago. lately, i’ve been seeing a lot of bloggers wear it so i had to see what’s up for myself. during black friday they had a 50% sitewide deal so i jumped on that train. GOSH, i wasn’t disappointed. in fact, i actually ended up keeping most things which i wasn’t expecting. everything fit really well, it wasn’t super branded as it used to be and they have petite sizing!!! finally a satin skirt i didn’t have to go get hemmed!! ain’t nobody got time for that. this entire outfit is from there and it’s super affordable during a promo. while i actually love these satin skirts with sneaks, i amped it up with some nude pumps and love how it turned out! and let’s give it up for the cream + olive combo shall we?! (insert silent applause :D).

side ramblings: my birthday… WAS EPIC AS HELL. the past four days were everything and more. i spent it with people i care about and was pleasantly surprised at how much i enjoyed myself. 35 is a milestone and deep down to the core of myself… i have such a great feeling about this one. first, it was on friday the 13th during the energies of the last full moon of 2019. second, it’s on the cusp of a new decade!! i went all out. i kicked things off with some #birthdaynails at @embellish_nails then a facial & massage at my go-to spa @hiatusspa. my blogger gals joined me for a delish dinner at @eatnorthitalia followed by porron shenanigans at @kalimotxoatx. my family and i ate at @salttraderscc & did an escape room @mazeroomsaustin. we manged to escape with four mins to spare!! we’ve done all the rooms there and the shed was their newest addition, we were actually chained to the walls :D haha. i dropped by to support my girl Jane // @atasteofkoko on her new book launch! i had another bday lunch at @loroaustin with my old childhood friends. the weather was beautiful. i mean gosh, life at 35 is SO DANG GOOD. i feel it in my (old) bones. (or is it arthritis. haha). listen 2020, i’m coming for ya. #cantstopwontstop

currently on my playlist: someone new by Hozier

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top | Abercrombie eyelash v-neck sweater in off white (wearing size XS) — similar but a cardigan style
skirt | Abercrombie satin midi skirt in green (wearing size XS petite) — similar but subtle leopard print jacquard fabric // similar at Nordstrom
shoes | Manolo Blahnik BB pump in nude patent — similar by Ann Taylor // similar by Sam Edelman
bag c/o | Red Dress Boutique carry my love handbag in beige — similar in a chevron quilt
earrings c/o | Kendra Scott colette hoop earrings in gold (winter 2019 collection, light as a feather!!, been wearing them non-stop!) — similar but sparkly for the holidays // similar but in a fun design // more dainty with some sparkle!
sunglasses | Celine marta sunglasses in havana (my fave sunnies!) — similar for $25 // similar by QUAY for $55 // love these for $99
rings | Gorjana amara ring set
watch | Michael Kors darci watch in gold

rock all the Abercrombie no matter how old you are!,
JD

photo credit: Steven Gunter

holiday ready in Maggy London

‘tis the season!

are you looking for a holiday dress? i got chu! holiday attire can be stressful sometimes but one thing you can always lean on is the little black dress #LBD. i know i have an abundance of these in my closet. make it holiday attire with two simple things: some sparkly statement earrings and a good red lip and voila! when i reached out to my @maggylondon rep in excitement of creating some holiday content i was initially interested in their iconc Illusion dress. it looks AMAZING on everyone, so #classy. it’s a cap sleeve but the Carmindy, pictured here, is their newest twist on the Illusion dress featuring some long sleeves (also available in petite sizing)! it’s a hard toss between the two but either way you can’t go wrong. i also love the sweetheart neckline, along with the slight v-back detail. you’ll surely be turning some heads ;)

side ramblings: GOSH, what a weekend! it flew by!! this past week and this weekend i felt like i was running from one thing to the next. it was insane. i hosted my second ever event with @phlur and it was so great, i’m still humbled by how many people showed up and my gals who came by to support me. what a crew! i gotta haircut by my girl @elizabeth.jane.hair and dropped by a style social for @__lauren.elise__ x @evereve. PS— there i discovered the agolde sophie cropped skinny jeans that fit PERFECTLY (adding to wishlist)!! @pearlsnap_photography and i shot some epic photos i can’t wait to share. lately we’ve been playing with light and doing different things. i’m diggin’ it. it was such a great weekend to kick off #birthdayweek and i can’t wait for all the festivities i have planned. i’m going all out on the big 3-5! see you on the flipside xx

currently on my playlist: glow by Brett Eldredge

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dress c/o | Maggy London carmindy illusion dress in black (wearing size 2 petite) — same but regular sizing // same but cap sleeve
jacket| H&M faux fur jacket in black — similar but collarless // cute spotted one // i love this cropped one & have it in a milk chocolate color
shoes | Jimmy Choo abel pumps in black patent (old design) — current design // similar
bag | DVF lytton clutch in black quilted leather (old) — similar and a good Bottega dupe
sunglasses | DIFF eyewear ruby 54mm polarized sunglasses in black grey — similar and love these for $55
earrings c/o | Lisi Lerch tassel earrings in disco (avail in almost every color you can think of! and a post and clip-on option as well!) — similar 1 // similar 2
lips | Christian Louboutin velvet matte lip color in rouge 001M (FAVE RED) -- similar in a matte liquid
rings | Gorjana amara ring set

get festive & rock all the holiday dresses!,
JD

photo credit: Steven Gunter
a paid partnership by Maggy London.
dress provided by Maggy London, all opinions are my own.

the tie neck blouse & white denim jeans

hello december, howdy #birthdaymonth!

i will warn you that this post will be picture heavy if you click on the read more button. why? oh, because i’m in an empty fountain having a ball! thanks to my photographer, Steven who also helped me get into it. :D i digress. let’s have a small chat about these white denim jeans sent to me from Everlane, shall we? let’s just say they made me give away my other white denim jeans. the fit, the not having to worry if my jeans are see-thru are out the window with these. on top of that, they are a 10.5” rise so a little below my belly button for the #over30club. y’all know i’m a fan of all things @everlane and this ENTIRE OUTFIT is no exception. i know they worked hard to make some non-see thru white denim, so kudos to Everlane! this is my second silk top from @everlane. and lemme tell you, i have wanted this top for a while #meloveyoulongtime. i am so happy my rep sent it to me!! it’s more of a boxy fit and short so easy to do a half tuck in front (as shown here). i love the mock neck #duh and after the jump you can see how i tied/styled the sashes different ways!

side ramblings: WHOO HOOO!! here we go, last month of 2019, i can’t even believe it. not sure where time or 2019 went… the JD x @phlur sip + shop holiday party is happening this weekend already!! click here to RSVP for Saturday, 12/07/2019 from 3-5PM & come by and say HOWDY! thanksgiving was a complete BLAST. spent quality time with family, ate a ton, shopped, did a couple of @meganroup’s // @thesculptsociety cardio dance work out videos with my cousins and made sure to capture some of those shenanigans (under IG highlights “misc”) #goodtimes. december also kicks off… #birthdaymonth and so this and next week are filled with festivities and extra #treatmyself activities in prep for the big 3-5. :)

currently listening to: don’t start now by Dua Lipa

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style 1: tie the sashes into a bow in the back

style 2: untied, bring both sashes in front on one side

style 3: untied, bring both sashes in front, one on each side

the tie neck blouse & white denim jeans -- jannadoan.com

top c/o | Everlane the clean silk neck tie blouse in ochre (wearing size 2)
denim c/o | Everlane the high rise skinny jean in bone (wearing size 25 ankle, 10.5” rise so a little below my belly button) — similar but a little higher at 11” rise // some fun kick crops
jacket c/o | Ann Taylor textured tweed moto jacket in winter white (old) — newer design // similar in herringbone // similar by LOFT
bag | MANGO stirrup snake effect bag in coffee — similar // similar but a baguette style
shoes | ZARA — similar by Vince Camuto // similar by SCHUTZ
earrings c/o | Kendra Scott colette hoop earrings in gold (winter 2019 collection, light as a feather!!, been wearing them non-stop!) — similar but in a fun design // more dainty with some sparkle!
sunglasses | Celine tilda sunglasses in dark tortoise (old) — a more updated version // amazon knock off for $15
rings | Gorjana amara ring set
bracelet | Vita Fede mini titan crystal bracelet in gold
watch | Michael Kors darci watch in gold


photo credit: Steven Gunter

the navy sheath dress

for the love of navy.

it feels so good to be working with brands again! my OG brand i love working with, @maggylondon sent me a few dresses — two work dresses and one holiday dress i can’t wait to share but they are all GEMS. this is the Jay Sheath dress and of course i gravitate towards it because its navy. but the elbow length sleeves and the subtle yet classy detail of the pleats along with the highER-neck are A+++. for sizing reference i’m wearing a 0, so sized down in this one. i’m 5’2” and fluctuate from 115-120 lbs. it’s a really nice fitted dress (not too tight or loose) to add to my work wardrobe and especially on a day when i want some sleeve coverage that isn’t necessarily a long sleeve. here i paired it with nude pumps, but for a pop of color i’d even go with white or fuchsia or leopard print. it’s one of those dresses you can put on and feel completely put together (even when that may not be the case haha).

side ramblings: GUESS WHAT?! i’m hosting a holiday party with @phlur!! phlur is a clean-based fragrance in ATX and i’ve tried all their fragrances, my fave is Ameline. click here to RSVP for Saturday, 12/07/2019 from 3-5PM & come by and say HOWDY! as an introvert, you must know i’m nervous yet excited at the same time! on another note, life has been insane lately. i landed a gig that i’ve waited months and months for!! when the time is right, i’ll get to sharing :D on another note, i’ve been photographing people more and gosh it has been so fun. i’ve always been a creative behind the camera and it’s something i really enjoy doing! can’t wait to share some shots from yesterday’s shoot with @herfashionedlife. i hope you enjoy your thanksgiving & quality time with family (i know i will!). not sure if i’ll do a black friday sale round-up but we shall see! if not, see you next week as we enter… #birthdaymonth!!!

currently on my playlist: higher love by Kygo & Whitney Houston

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dress c/o | Maggy London jay sheath dress in navy (wearing size 0, use code “SHIPFREEJD” for free overnight shipping until 12/04) — similar but colorblocked! // similar but short puff sleeve & tie neck detail // similar but v-neck
bag | Louis Vuitton medium neverfull in monogram canvas
shoes | Manolo Blahnik BB pump in nude patent — similar by Ann Taylor // similar by Sam Edelman
earrings c/o | Kendra Scott colette hoop earrings in gold (winter 2019 collection, light as a feather!!, been wearing them non-stop!) — similar but in a fun design // more dainty with some sparkle!
sunglasses | Celine tilda sunglasses in dark tortoise (old) — a more updated version // amazon knock off for $15
rings | Gorjana amara ring set
bracelet | Vita Fede mini titan crystal bracelet in gold
watch | Michael Kors darci watch in gold

photo credit: Steven Gunter
a post sponsored by Maggy London.
dress provided by Maggy London, all opinions are my own.

the belted wide leg pants

another wide leg pant… but BELTED STYLE!

yes, i love me some cropped wide leg pants. that collection has grown. no doubt. but these are belted! why yes, that is a justification. i actually don’t have grey pants and these come in handy when almost all my clothing is black. black is usually the first option i will buy in anything. enter some grey wide leg pants to help break up all my black clothing, weeeeee! these have structure to them so they make the cut #punintended for a dressy wide leg cropped pant for work. the skinny belt also elevates this look. i also like the vertical pockets and how these have a slight texture to them! they’re so good that i bought them in black… so disregard what i wrote earlier. haha

here i styled it with a basic knit short sleeve sweater (work wear essential) and chose to dress it up even more with a detachable embellished collar. you can’t see the collar much in photos but this bib is a great addition you can add to any crewneck to dress things up a bit! i linked quite a few options below for ya!

side ramblings: last week i stopped by @amandadeer and purchased this coin necklace i had been eyeing. i’ve been wearing non-stop. like i need more necklaces… but this one had a unique front toggle clasp (second justification for this one post). it makes a great layering piece! i also stepped into @maggielouiseconfections and this is BAD NEWS. i’m telling you. as someone who doesn’t loveee chocolate, her chocolates are pretty AND they taste so good!! i may have walked out with a box of four. gulp. lastly, @kendrascott generously sent me some classic pieces from the winter 2019 collection i am LOVING. i can’t stop wearing the colette hoops in gold (LIGHT. as a feather) and the walker statement necklace. (both of these will never go out of style!). i also love the matching bracelet too. and how fun are these? lastly, i’m hosting a holiday event next month, details on the IG this week! xx

currently on my playlist: cut your teeth by Kyla La Grange (Kygo remix)

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i’ll never forget this attempt at these elevator photos! haha, seriously good times despite how serious i look here :D

top | ZARA basic short sleeved sweater in black (i love these for work!) — similar by Ann Taylor // similar but affordable cashmere by Everlane
pants | Ann Taylor the belted wide leg marina pants in black multi crosshatch (more dark grey) — same in black // same in herringbone // similar in warm flannel // love the tuxedo style // more casual style by Everlane
bag | Henri Bendel noho satchl in black pebbled leather (old & they are out of business) — not the same but this would make a great work bag!! (use code “JANNADOAN” at checkout on senreve.com and receive $50 off, on any $300 minimum purchase)
shoes | Jimmy Choo abel pumps in black patent (old design) — current design // similar
collar | Forever 21 embellished bib (old) — very similar// similar // similar with bow detail // similar with pearls
sunglasses | Celine lola 46mm sunglasses in black — available on Amazon too // love these for $55 // great $25 option
rings | Gorjana amara ring set
watch c/o | Daniel Wellington classic black cornwall 40mm

rock all the wide leg pants (i support it!),
JD

photo credit: Steven Gunter

the leather skirt & fuzzy sweater

fall texture play.

this was probably one of the most creative shoots with Steven. i played with texture — leather & a fuzzy sweater while Steven played on light and lines. and our first time shooting indoors!! co-creating is the best. it was a complete blast stepping out of my comfort zone in terms of the leather skirt and these moody photos! i was a little skeptical about faux leather, but really love the a-line fit on this skirt, super conservative length, and especially how the panels are sewn together too! machine washable is a plus. regardless, any leather clothing makes quite a statement and here i chose a more classic style with a tucked in fuzzy sweater (3/4 length sleeves are sooo my jam) for some fall texture play.

side ramblings: this past weekend was amazing weather and probably the last of it as we enter fall/winter in full swing. but who knows with that TX weather?! if you didn’t already know i’m big into photography and was able to snap some photos for my friend Meg // @theautumngirl_ and her baby boy, see the plaid photos on her feed! i FINALLY made it out to @tilliescamplucy which was something i’ve been meaning to mark off my list for a while now! it’s quite a drive but so beautiful & peaceful out there :) and the food/staff/service was amazing! have you heard of @thesculptsociety by Megan Roup? i am super intrigued and while i’m a big pilates/barre fan i think i’m gonna give this one a go to mix it up!

currently on my playlist: carry on by Kygo & Rita Ora

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the suede dress

hello november!

fall weather. i am here for you. that’s why i’m celebrating with a little texture play with suede on suede!! commence all the suede RIGHT NOW! i don’t own any suede clothing. suede shoes, a ton. suede is a delicate fabric that requires more care than leather. ever get suede shoes wet? it’s usually pretty-close-to-toast. suede and water usually don’t mix unless you have taken precaution to protect it. enter machine washable suede clothing. now we’re talking. this dress is machine washable #hellyes!!! and lemme tell you, i’ve thought about wearing it to sleep because it is THAT SOFT. while it comes with a suede belt i chose to style it with my Gucci belt for some gold contrast. i’d say the only thing that is missing for this dress is some pockets but you can’t have it all. pair it with some suede booties and you are G2G (good to go). just don’t get em wet, will ya? protect them here with this spray. i got chu.

side ramblings: i closed off the season with another pumpkin patch visit to @sweeteatsfruitfarm! i went from zero pumpkin patches to three all in one month-ish LOL. this one was a blast complete with a petting zoo with an ALPACA! i have some exciting news to share about the holidays so hope to nail down the details soon but this is my absolute favorite time of the year (i know you know)!! on a more random and spiritual note, i ran across this self-compassion.org website that has a self-compassion test which i thought was interesting. as much as we have compassion for others, self-compassion is more important. the results of my test were great, i was a little shocked/surprised and i know if i took it a few years ago i would’ve scored a lot lower which isn’t bad, it’s just that i never quite had enough compassion for myself but so much compassion for others. it’s something you have to work on & continually work on. there are also workshops and free guides/resources that will help you on your life journey and i hope you find it to be a useful tool! xx

currently on my playlist: just once by Shura

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a good artsy one (my fave) to close out this post

dress | Ann Taylor faux suede belted flare dress in black (runs a tad small, i sized up to a 2 here) — similar but sleeveless and has pockets! // OMG these suede wide leg pants! // suede skirt // love this brown skirt & top set
coat | Banana Republic trench coat (soooo old) — similar in a petite fit // softer material & more flowy // similar by Everlane (ethical clothing) for $148
boots | Banana Republic magda pointed toe boots in black suede (old) — newer version but more almond toe // similar from Ann Taylor with tassel detail // similar from Nordstrom for $80 // similar but lower heel for $50
bag c/o | Henri Bendel noho satchl in black pebbled leather (old & they are out of business) — not the same but this would make a great work bag!! (use code “JANNADOAN” at checkout on senreve.com and receive a complimentary bracelet pouch, $125 value, on any $300 minimum purchase)
sunglasses | Celine lola 46mm sunglasses in black — available on Amazon too // similar-ish for $25
rings | Gorjana amara ring set // Amanda Deer c/o CZ solitaire ring // Amanda Deer c/o CZ accents midi ring
watch c/o | Daniel Wellington classic black cornwall 40mm

rock all the (machine washable) suede,
JD

photo credit: Steven Gunter