Thursday Purseday: Orla Kiely Stripy Stem Book Bag

Happy Orla Kiely Thursday Purseday!

What I'm Wearing:

Orla Kiely Tiny Dancers Boyfriend Tee in Indigo

AG Nikki Relaxed Skinny Jeans in 6 Year Manhattan

Sam & Libby Ashland Studded Sandals in Black

Orla Kiely Stripy Stem Book Bag

J. Crew Factory necklace

Kate Spade Seaport Grand watch

Stripy Stem Book Bag

Retail $98

I can't remember which collection this purse is from, but I believe I bought it back in 2011.

The bag has an alternating light blue and white striped background with contrasting navy blue stripes inside the stems.

A leather logo tag along the side.

There are two short shoulder straps.

This is definitely one of my more simpler Orla Kiely bags as you can see the inside has no lining, pockets, or even the standard key ring.

Also, it's very thin, making its name "book bag" quite appropriate. I usually use it when I'm running some quick errands or to hold my towel and sunscreen when I go to the pool or beach.

Check out my previous Thursday Purseday post here!

Orla Kiely Fall/Winter 2014 Lookbook

Fun prints and scalloped edges have always been weaknesses of mine, and both are seen in Orla Kiely's FW14 lookbook. Animal themes are still prevalent throughout, this time focusing on cats and dogs. I've noticed in the past that not every item is made available on the US site, but I've had luck contacting the New York store for item availability, and they do ship within the US. So if you spot something you like, but can't find it online, you can always try contacting the store at 1-212-775-8340.

The Orla Kiely lookbook is always a delight to look through, and I've already picked out a couple of my favorites.

I don't have a particular affinity for dogs, but there's something about this purse that appeals to me so much. And it's just so gosh darn cute! It's been awhile since Orla Kiely has designed an allover animal print purse (remember the Birdwatch print from FW11 and the Fox print from FW12?) so it's fun to see this adorable purse as part of the collection.

Now I don't really like turtlenecks, but this one with its scalloped design and coordinating dress are winning me over.  It's hard to tell from this photo if the turtleneck is part of the dress or a separate piece (I'm hoping it's separate). Although it would be difficult figuring out how to style the turtleneck with other pieces, that is part of the fun of fashion! And I've always liked classic pieces with a twist, and this dress is definitely one of them - it's your classic little black dress, but with a black cat silhouette print.

Check out the entire lookbook below and let me know what your favorites are!

Haul: Orla Kiely Candles and Diffuser

I stopped by Neiman Marcus on a recent trip to Orlando, specifically looking for Orla Kiely items, and was delighted to find a whole table full of candles, diffusers, and bath items, all on sale!

It was difficult to narrow down my choices, but I decided on two candles and one diffuser. 

Like I mentioned, they were on sale at the store (but for some reason not on sale online). So if you have a Neiman Marcus near you, definitely check it out! 

When you first open the candles, there's an Orla Kiely-printed piece of cardboard on top, which can be used as a coaster for your candle.

And then underneath that is a little warning.

Primrose & Bergamot Vegetable Wax Candle

On sale at Neiman Marcus stores $16 (originally $37)

This candle has a very strong zesty scent. I think this would be ideal to use after you clean your house and you want that clean fresh scent throughout your home.

Fig Tree Scented Vegetable Wax Candle

On sale at Neiman Marcus stores $16 (originally $37)

This has the most subtle scent out of the three. It does smell as described below, but it's not strong or overpowering.

The Primrose & Bergamot candle is housed in a clear glass, while the Fig Tree candle has a frosted finish. I'm actually thinking about using these as drinking glasses once the candles are gone.

Sage & Cassis Diffuser

On sale at Neiman Marcus stores $17 (originally $39)

This was my absolute favorite scent. It smells SO good! I honestly wish I had bought backups of this diffuser. It definitely smells sweet and relaxing - I imagine it'd make a great scent at a spa. Or place this in your bedroom to feel ultra relaxed as you sleep.

It's of course capped when you first open it. I saved the cap so I can close it up and put it on display once all the liquid is gone.

Nail polish color: Revlon Colorstay in Indigo Night

I love the printed boxes, which can be put on display themselves. And of course once the diffuser and candles empty out, I'm going to display those glasses as well.

The Neiman Marcus I visited in Orlando also had the Geranium Bath Gel, Lotion, & Washcloth Set on sale for $9 (originally $22) and Geranium Soap Bar on sale for $7 (originally $16). 

This was painful for me to leave behind, but I was trying to stay within a budget, so I had to be picky about what I bought. And I only use liquid shower gels, so I decided not to purchase this bath soap (although looking at this picture and the one at the top of this post is making me regret not getting everything on the sale table!)