concrete jungle

photos by Heidi

Top: Madewell | Jeans: Joe's | Shoes: DVF [similar] | Coat: ASOS [on sale!] | Bag: Zara [crazy for this one] | Lips: Maybelline Plum Perfect | Necklace: Stella & Dot | Gloves: LouLou [love these] | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelets: Stella & Dot, Ani & Alex

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We're finally in Newww Yooooorrrrrk! Yes, I did sing Empire State Of Mind when I got off the train last night. It was off key & a little too loud but you would have loved it :) 
Suitcases are unpacked, outfits are hung, steamers are ready, & alarms are set for the first #ifbcon of 2013. Who's excited?

For up to the minute coverage of all things #ifbcon & #nyfw make sure to follow District Sparkle on  Twitter & Instagram!

let it snow

Top: H&M [similar] | Dress: Ann Taylor [can't get enough of this gem] | Coat: Tulle [similar] [love this yummy coat] | Heels: Nine West via Secondi [love these] | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff [similar] | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelets: JCrew [almost identical] | Shades: RayBan

There's nothing I love more than pattern mixing to liven up DC winters. With a relatively conservative top & a pop of leopard in a thin belt you can take a typical structured black dress from drab to fab!

Not able to make the trek to NYFW & IFBcon this week? Follow my adventures on Twitter & Instagram!

cross country

Top: South Moon Under [similar] | Jacket: Tulle [similar] [love this one] | Scarf: Zara [similar] | Pants: Zara | Flats: Steve Madden | Bag: Zara [love this one] | Watch: Michael Kors | Bangles: Stella & Dot, Ani & Alex | Shades: Oakley [similar]

I've never gotten comfortable with long travel days & nights. In an attempt to remedy this, I dress as comfy casual as I can, ensuring I have a bag of necessities, my favorite flats & an oversized scarf that doubles as a blanket.

navy tartan

Top: LPM [similar] | Skirt: JCrew [similar] [pant version] | Heels: SoleSociety [similar] | Bag: Zara | Shades: RayBan | Nails: Essie Wicked | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelets: LouLou, Ani & Alex

This skirt has been one of my go-tos this winter simply for the great colors & pattern. Black, is of course, my favorite color but it's always nice to change it up a bit.

This past weekend my DC family & I celebrated the Inauguration in a number of ways. One of which included attending the Presidential Inaugural Ball Monday evening. Make sure you follow District Sparkle on Twitter & Instagram for a behind-the-scenes look at the ball & catch some shots from my segment about Inaugural fashion with DC's WUSA9.

two-tone

photos by Heidi

Blazer: Forever 21 [love this one too] | Top: Macy's [similar] [gorg short sleeve option] | Slacks: Michael Kors [tapered version] | Shoes: Aldo | Bag: Zara [similar] [lusting after this one] | Shades: Amazon [similar] | Necklace: Forever 21

I fell in love with this blazer the moment I locked eyes on it & it's been on constant repeat for weeks. It's a great staple piece for work but also accompanies a clutch & boyfriend jeans perfectly.

I wanted to thank you so so much for the outpouring of love that you have been sending Wendell since Friday. He is such an incredible part of my life & I would absolutely recommend adopting from a rescue shelter if you're interested in adding to your family.
For more information on the shelter that Wendell was adopted from, visit the Richmond SPCA website.

Love, 
Meaghan & Wendell

puppy love

photos by Heidi

Sweater: Unknown [similar] [short sleeve similar] | Skirt: Portobello Mouse [similar] | Heels: Unknown [similar] | Belt: Madewell | Shades: Amazon [similar] | Lips: Nars Afghan Red

This proud mama figured it was high time to get a photo shoot in with her main man before he becomes a teenager & is too cool for pictures with his mom. Thanks to Heids for the sweetest family photos this side of 2013 :)

emerald city

photos by Heidi

Top: JCrew | Blazer: H&M | Pants: Ann Taylor LOFT [similar] | Bag: Vintage Dooney & Bourke | Shoes: SoleSociety [similar] | Shades: Oakley | Necklace: Jeweliq c/o [similar] [layered option] | Watch: Michael Kors

I stumbled upon these [Pantone 2013] pants on a tucked away rack in the back of LOFT & immediately fell in love with the color, fit, & price tag. These suckers were on major sale at $15 & were too fabulous not to own. They have been warmly welcomed into my closet as my first Pantone 2013 item. 

black & white

photos by Heidi

Top: Banana Republic [similar] | Jacket: Vintage Escada [love this one] | Skirt: JCrew [similar] | Tights: JCrew | Heels: Nine West | Bag: Zara [similar] | Shades: Amazon [similar] | Lips: Nars Schiap | Watch: Michael Kors | Black bracelets: JCrew [majorly similar] | Pearl bracelets & necklace: Prettymints c/o

If you know me, you know I love baubles. So when I found Prettymints I was in bauble heaven. While the die-hard Redskins fan in me has my eye on this stunner, I'm an all-day-every-day sucker for low key gems with a little kick that I can wear to work. Enter the Swarovski Collection from Prettymints. & did I mention the price point? Super reasonable for the working woman.

Prettymints is teaming up with District Sparkle to give one lucky reader a chance to win BOTH the Tie Back Crystal Necklace in Black & the Pearl Bracelet Set in Ivory.

To enter [you must be a follower of District Sparkle on GFC or Bloglovin]:
1. Like District Sparkle on Facebook
2. Leave a comment below with your favorite Prettymints piece!

For an extra entry:
Tweet about this giveaway [include @districtsparkle & @prettymints]

Can't wait for the giveaway to score your favorite Prettymint? Take 20% off your order for the entire month of January with code NEWYEAR20!

Winner will be announced January 16

blue & gold

photos by Heidi

Shirt: Madewell [dotted chambray] | Sweater: Vintage | Pants: H&M [love these] | Shoes: Steve Madden [leopard with tassel] | Shades: Ray Ban | Bracelet: ILY Couture [similar] | Watch: Michael Kors | iPhone Case: JCrew

I've been a Notre Dame football fan for as long as I can remember -- an Irish family with multiple generations schooled in South Bend, it was written in the stars. I've been bleeding [blue & gold] for years & tonight my team plays for the National Championship title. After last night's Redskins fall from playoff glory I could use a few more crossed fingers & I am, of course, leaning heavily on that Irish luck :)

auld lang syne

[happy 2013]

[Sequin top: JCrew | Stripe top: Zara [similar] | Pants: H&M [similar sequin!] | Shoes: Steve Madden | Necklace: F21 [similar], Maya Brenner | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelet: ILY Couture | Bag: Zara]

twenty twelve

2012 was a big year for this girl. District Sparkle was created. G.L.A.M. hosted its first inaugural fashion show. I became a momma to the sweetest pup on the planet. Pup & I moved into our own place. I landed my dream job. I've met some amazing people through this little blog in the past 9 months that have become life-long friends.

I'm hopeful that there are more wonderful things to come in the years ahead.

Thank you for your loyalty & support in what has been one of the best years of my life.

xo Meaghan