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How to Use LiketoKnow.it to Shop my #OOTD
If you follow me on Instagram, you may have noticed that my outfit posts became shoppable thanks to LiketoKnow.it! For those of you who aren’t familiar with the program, I wanted to explain a little how it works and this post just wouldn’t fit in one of my photo captions. 🙂
LiketoKnow.it was designed for Instagram, so you never have to ask “Where did you get that?” again. It’s so easy to use! (And if you don’t have Instagram, I will share how you can still shop my #ootd posts)
Step 1: Sign Up with LiketoKnow.it by connecting your Instagram account and submitting your email on the LiketoKnow.it website.
Step 2: Like Instagram photos that contain the trio –> @liketoknow.it www.liketk.it/1ZlgD #liketkit
Step 3: Sit back and wait for your email to arrive with ready to shop picture links like this:
Yep, that’s it! Super easy! You can sign in the website at any time to view all your ‘liked’ photos and see the same shoppable links. AND you can also pin the photos to Pinterest so you can remember the ones you really love!
If you are worried about receiving yet another email, you can adjust your settings to receive the emails immediately, daily or weekly. I personally change up my settings between daily and immediately. Sometimes I’m bombarded with tons of emails in general and like to condense so I limit them, and other times I miss the immediate ability to shop before items sell out.
I have been using LiketoKnow.it personally for over a year and love it! The emails are so easy taking you directly to the store’s website to purchase. It’s a great way to stop thinking oh that’s cute, I wonder where it’s from!! On my account, I love being able to include sale information and different style options in my posts. The day I posted the above photo my purse was 30% off, and I love that I can let you know in case you have been eyeing it.
If this program sounds like something you need in your life, be sure to sign up at LiketoKnow.it and follow me (@karen.rock) on Instagram to start shopping my outfits. If you have any questions about the program, don’t hesitate to shoot me an email (karen@ladyinviolet.com) and I will be happy to answer them!
Now for those of you who don’t have Instagram, I’m going to start including Instagram Roundups here on the blog!! I’ll pick from some of my most popular and personal favorites to share all the details right here! It also let’s you see a little more of what I wear day to day from weekend looks to the office to events. So without further delay, here is my first Instagram Roundup!
A FUN HOLIDAY PARTY OUTFIT
top | jeans | burgundy heels | statement necklace | clutch | earrings | cuff bracelet | spiked bracelet | bangle bracelet
WORK OUTFIT WITH COFFEE (Caramel Brulee flavor – It’s really good!!!!)
jacket | striped tee | skinny work pants | black pumps | tote | earrings | necklace | bangle braclet
CASUAL WEEKEND OUTFIT FOR FOOTBALL & FAMILY TIME
cardigan | long sleeve tee | leggings | riding boots | crossbody bag | texas necklace
LAYERED OFFICE OUTFIT
sweater (similar) | ivory tank | work pants | black pumps | pendant necklace | bracelet | earrings
Whew! That was a long one! Thanks for taking the time to learn a little more about shopping my Instagram #ootd posts, be sure to sign up at LiketoKnow.it and catch up on my Instagram feed below:
Gift Guide for the Beauty Lover
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PETER THOMAS ROTH Mask Kit | REAL CHEMISTRY 3 Minute Peel | LAURA MERCIER Mini Lip Glace Set | THE BODY SHOP Fuji Green Tea Gift Set | HENRI BENDEL Suite 712 Perfume | IT COSMETICS 2 Piece Lip Set | PHILOSOPHY Sparkle and Joy Duo | ESSIE Winter Mini 4 Pack | DIOR Nail Glow | BUTTER LONDON Rsvp Set | SEPHORA Anti-bacterial Brush Set | IMPULSE BEAUTY Large Artistry Palette | ANASTASIA Eye Shadow Palette
TEN MORE DAYS UNTIL CHRISTMAS! Yep that’s right, only 10 days!! It’s definitely crunch time for your online shopping orders unless you want to pay for expedited shipping. I’m helping you out with one last gift guide filled with gift ideas for the beauty lovers in your life. I love all the gift sets that come out around Christmas. It’s a great time to try minis of some of the top beauty brands for fractions of the price. Almost every type of beauty product has some sort of holiday gift set. A few of my favorites are the spa and mask type kits, lip, and nail kits. Some of these also make great ideas for gift exchanges or stocking stuffers! I included a few of my personal favorite beauty products in this guide. One of my beauty secrets to beautiful nails is this Dior Nail Glow. I wear nail polish a lot, like almost every day. The downside to this is that my nails sometimes have a yellowish stained tint, not the cutest. I use this Nail Glow when I want a natural nail look. It has a pink hue and gives the appearance of fresh natural manicure look. The pink helps cover up the yellow and even makes the white tip a little brighter. It’s a little on the pricey side for nail polish, but I think it’s worth it if you like to wear a natural nail look. I also included Essie nail polish which is my go-to brand for nail polish. Their polish only typically needs 2 coats and lasts for about 4ish days on my hands. If you are looking for a new scent, I love this Henri Bendel perfume. I’m really bad at describing scents, so you can check out the description on their site if you want a break down. I like that it doesn’t smell to sweet or fruity.
Now get going with the rest of your holiday shopping before you are paying $20 to have your gift arrive by Christmas!! If you need more gift ideas, check out my holiday gift guides page filled with ideas! Happy Shopping!
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Pink Party Dress
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EVERLY Drop Waist Shift Dress (40% off!) | STEVE MADDEN Proto Heels (*ON SALE)| CLARE V Foldover Clutch [SIMILAR & UNDER $30!] | KENDRA SCOTT Harlie Necklace | BAUBLEBAR Aretha Drops, Slim Hinge Bangle, Pinnacle Cuff | RAYBAN Aviator Sunglasses | MAC Lipstick in Craving | ESSIE Nails in Master Plan
I love having a cute party ready shift dress in my closet during the holidays! Even though I make an effort to eat pretty healthy year round, something about the holidays makes me crave cookies, champagne, and party appetizers. A cute shift dress is perfect to hide any holiday over-indulgences. The drop waist ruffle trim really give this dress the party vibe. I like that it still has a modest feel to it too. It would be perfect to wear to church and then to your Christmas party, or would work well for an office party. I plan on wearing this dress out to events and probably work throughout the year.
I also have to mention some of my new jewelry pieces! I LOVE these earrings! My friend has had a similar pair for years, and I have always admired them. I love the fringe trim and the triangle shape. These are the kind of earrings you can wear with a dress or a plaid shirt and jeans. I also added this new cuff to my bracelet collection. I have had it on my Current Cravings selection for a few months, and decided to stop lusting after it and buy it during Cyber Monday. This bracelet looks perfect as a stand-alone, but also looks cute with the addition of a slim bracelet.
If you have any holiday online shopping to do, I would definitely look at placing your orders over the next couple days! Many online retailers will end their free shipping by Christmas this week, and you will have to start paying extra. If you still need some last minute ideas, check out my Holiday Gift Guides!
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How I Lounge + GIVEAWAY
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BP Cardigan in Oatmeal | STEM Long Sleeve Tee | ZELLA Live In Leggings | CHRISSY’S c/o Knee High Socks | GORJANA Chloe Studs | BAUBLEBAR Horseshoe Necklace | CASEAPP c/o iPhone Case (Save 20% with code VIOLET20) | CAMILLE STYLES Entertaining | ONE KINGS LANE Noel Dessert Plates | Antique Tea Cup [SIMILAR | LOVE THIS ONE] | ROYAL STANDARD Merry Christmas Pillow
I’m sharing two firsts on the blog today, first a teeny tiny peek inside my home and my adorable little pup’s first blog appearance. She insisted on walking through all the photos, so I finally gave in to her sweet little face and let her sit with me. No I didn’t let her eat the cookies, but they did help her sit still! She received her normal dog treats for behaving so well! This little cozy nook area in our living room is one of my favorite spots! I love the chaise lounge to relax in, and Harlow loves to cuddle up next to me. My winter loungewear often looks a lot like this outfit. I live in leggings or these sweatpants all the time around the house. They are both super comfy! I also wear lots of soft long-sleeve tees like this one. (yes, it’s the same from my last post.) I love a bit of a looser fit and length to wear over leggings. I also tend to wear long cardigans or a North Face fleece that I can easily take on and off as my temperature changes. This cardigan is really warm and thick, so perfect to wear around the house. It also looks super cute paired with jeans and boots to wear out too!
I recently upgraded my phone case to this cute CaseApp case that I designed! I love the color purple, but I am extremely particular about the shade. It has to be just the right dark color. I really liked being able to design everything from that perfect dark shade to picking a pre-designed quote (you can write your own too!) and the hearts. I love the contrast of the bright white on the dark purple. You can even add your own personal photos to the case. The best part is the case I received was exactly the same as the online version. I was worried the dark shade of purple would look different in person. I was so excited to see that it was the same color I had chosen and not lighter as tends to happen. If you are still looking for a personalized Christmas gift for someone, a new phone case might be just the thing! You can design something with their name or in their favorite colors. You can add a kid’s photo for a parent or grandparent, or a wedding photo for your spouse. I would totally put my dog on mine, but she doesn’t normally sit this well for photos! If you order the case by Monday (the 14th), you will get the case just in time for Christmas!! Bonus – Save 20% with code VIOLET20 through Monday! CaseApp is also giving away one free case of $40 value to one of my readers!! The giveaway ends Sunday! I will notify the winner Monday morning, so you can order your case in time for Christmas. Enter on the rafflecopter below:
Thanks for stopping by this week! Hope ya’ll have a great weekend!! I have two holiday parties and lots of present wrapping to do!
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