The Headband Obsession – NamJosh

 It all started with the Lele Sadoughi headband. 

You know the one…the ones with the velvet and the hand sewn pearl accents. I know that you know.  Sigh.  

It …it was like I’d finally gained permission to just walk out …in a tiara and that was perfectly ok!  Nothing going on here..just me…looking like a Royal and feeling like I’d finally been picked for Homecoming Queen.  So basically I was a heroine from a Lorde and a Taylor Swift song….all rolled into one.  I was Queen B  and wanted to rule.

Let me live that fantasy.

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Headband: NamJosh; Shirt: Gap; Jacket: Carolina Belle Montreal

But…the price tag was a teensy bit high…and although I’ve seen a diamond in the flesh…I ain’t rollin in them so…I waited.  

But there that headband was…donned by the most glamorous of Instagram influencers…crowning the heads of the beautiful and yet…what was I?  The “damned”?!  Did F. Scott have a premonition about me and my dire headband situation when he penned that novel?!  Sigh….yeah…I was losing my head over it..no doubt about it.  (very punny, I know).  

Headband: NamJosh; Shirt: Gap; Jacket: Carolina Belle Montreal

Still…the price $$ tag!  For a headband!  I just couldn’t swing it and so I did a bit of research and while I didn’t find the pearl covered halo which I sought, I did stumble upon a wonderful and equally fabulous Indian brand called @NamJosh.  NamJosh manufactures all sorts of headwear.  I found them thru their collab with @Anthropologie.  Check it out here!

I ordered six..SIX of their headbands!  The price point was between $38.00 and $45.00…and the craftsmanship is wonderful!  

NamJosh Hanna Heart Embellished Headband

Each headband is a work of art and a beautiful diadem that fit right into my wardrobe.  Actually it added a much needed accent to my wardrobe and one that was completely missing..one I didn’t even know that I needed!  

NamJosh is actually selling thru Nordstrom and other online stores.  Check out the NamJosh headbands at Nordstrom here!

Or go directly to their site!  NamJosh website

They have many beautiful headbands, ponytail holders, head scarves, scrunchies and even cuff bracelets!  

I’ll be showcasing more of these beautiful diadems in my upcoming posts!  Be sure to check out my future pics and Instagram at @cortneybreblog!  

Hanna Heart Embellished Headband – NamJosh

Happy Shopping!!

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Lilly Pulitzer Dress + Kate Spade Straw Bag = Leaving for my cruise!!

Bon voyage, my friends!

Well you know it’s cruise and beach time when I bring out the Lilly Pulitzer!  This will be my last post before the cruise and it’s a casual one. Sooo casual in fact that I’ve actually been stopped several times at work today and specifically asked why I’m so casual! 

Dress: Lilly Pulitzer Shoes: Dexter Bag: Kate Spade Sunnies: Franco Sarto Earrings: Bealles Watch: Kate Spade
Dress: Lilly Pulitzer  Shoes: Dexter  Bag: Kate Spade  Sunnies: Franco Sarto  Earrings: Bealles  Watch: Kate Spade

Sheesh!..as if I’m wearing jeans or something! Guess it’s the flip flop sandals…this is what happens when you live in heels. 🙂 

I’ll keep this post short and sweet as I’m working on last minute, pre-departure packing and such.

 

The dress is a Lilly Pulitzer (similar here), sandals by Dexter (similar here) and bag by Kate Spade (similar here and here )!

Can’t wait to post cruise and vacation pictures upon my return! Until then…xx…Cortneybre…

 

A lace mesh blouse…thanks to a friend!

Lace Overlay: Rodarte for Target Shirt: Banana Republic Skirt: Tara Jarmon Shoes: ASOS Sunglasses: Unionbay
Lace Overlay: Rodarte for Target
Shirt: Banana Republic
Skirt: Tara Jarmon
Shoes: ASOS
Sunglasses: Unionbay

I mentioned yesterday that my wonderful friend, Sara, donated some of her closet clutter to me. As soon as I opened her newly gifted bag of possibilities, I was intrigued by a small ball of what appeared to be lace mesh.

The tags were still attached and as I unwound the lace I realized it was a wonderfully delicate lace, mesh blouse. I recognized the brand also – Rodarte for Target – which appeared a few years ago and I think was quite successful.

Lace Overlay: Rodarte for Target Shirt: Banana Republic Skirt: Tara Jarmon Shoes: ASOS Sunglasses: Unionbay
Lace Overlay: Rodarte for Target Shirt: Banana Republic Skirt: Tara Jarmon Shoes: ASOS Sunglasses: Unionbay

As I said the tags were still attached and when I inquired as to why she didn’t wear it, she stated she just couldn’t get it to work with the blouses she added underneath it.

As I’m always up for a challenge, I decided to make this blouse a priority!

I tried 5 or 6 blouses with it until I found the button up Banana Republic shirt you see in my pictures. I just loved the effect…a trendy Victorian high collar complete with bows at the neck and wrists but totally modern due to the sheer fabric!

I paired the blouses with a skirt from Sara’s donation gift bag also – a beautiful Tara Jarmon skater skirt she bought while in Paris! Also with tags still attached!

Once I added my red ASOS heels, the look was complete! I must say, I’ve enjoyed wearing this outfit today.

It has such a structured yet chic look and I love the way I feel in it.

Thank you, Sara Knabe…you are truly one of my favorite people and I really love the items you gave to me! Xx…Cortneybre…

A Royal Blue Hue…

Dress: Donna Morgan Belt: JCREW Heels: Adrienne Vittadini Earrings: Bealles
Dress: Donna Morgan  Belt: JCREW  Heels: Adrienne Vittadini  Earrings: Bealles

AHHHHHH!!! It’s been a crazy, hectic and all around nutzo day! I did snap a couple of pics today though as I thought I’d share my Kate Middleton inspired, royal blue dress.

A friend of mine (shout out to you Sara!) cleaned out her well stocked closet and gave me several wonderful items. Among many other cute pieces, I was excited to find this pretty blue dress. When I put it on I immediately thought of the Duchess of Cambridge due to its royal blue hue and simplistic yet chic cut.

Dress: Donna Morgan Belt: JCREW Heels: Adrienne Vittadini Earrings: Bealles
Dress: Donna Morgan Belt: JCREW Heels: Adrienne Vittadini Earrings: Bealles

The original belt was missing so I added a belt of my own and decided on a contrasting color to give it a little Cortneybre twist! I also tried to keep the jewelry simple.  Kate isn’t running around with fabulous tiaras and statement necklaces on everyday (although I would if I were her!) so I tried to keep the look simple and understated.  The color was so eyecatching that no big jewelry was needed.

Hope everyone is having a great Monday!  xx…Cortneybre…