Our own twist

Here at Next Door we have been busy filling our space with unique
knits and stylish wears from across North America. 

We have such a great group of woman working here.  We all have an eye for fashion but each with our own twist. It keeps the items in our store fresh and full of variety.

 Next Door's own Lynee Ruiz was the feature model in
Milwaukee Magazine's November 2011 issue.

Here is a video montage of how the photo shoot went....check it out

Stop by Lynee's Blog Follow That Girl. 

Lynee is a fun writer and well worth making a weekly read!
She did a cool Polyvore set last week.

Follow that girl by lynee-ruiz featuring Armani Exchange watches

BB Dakota Bostwick Jacket
$120 - shopatnextdoor.com

7 For All Mankind Bootcut Original Fit in DRC
$175 - shopatnextdoor.com

Ribbon Accent Handbag
$54 - shopatnextdoor.com

Armani Exchange watch
$180 - armaniexchange.com

Rockett St George Kiss Wall Sticker – Black
$50 - coggles.com

Kiehl's Since 1851 Marvelous Mineral Mascara
$17 - saksfifthavenue.com

La Perla J’Aime La Nuit (Edp 100ml)
£74 - harrods.com

butter LONDON '3 Free Nail Lacquer Union Jack Black One Size
$14 - nordstrom.com

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona® Chair

$5,068 - dwr.com

On another note...it's Friday and I am very grateful.  Later today after I leave Next Door I am sauntering over to Haute Taco, which lucky me happens to be directly across the parking lot, to celebrate my girl Jennifer's 40th Birthday.  The best pink margaritas and fish tacos this side of I-94.  Happy Birthday JC...can't wait to wish you the best for your next 40!

~JR



Hello?

This made my rainy Thursday....frick'n hilarious!!

(You can't make this sh*t up...So funny. Hopefully it's just not me....)

-JR

Back to center.....

When life seems tough I seem to lean towards finding music that takes me back to center. These are a few selections...

super chick I know, but I am a chick. 

Listening to them while walking or running can

totally help.....they did for me today. 

This can feel fantastic as well....maybe wearing this while listening to the tunes? Sounds like a good plan.

Along with these lovely Seven's that my boss gave me for walking in the big fashion show.

The show went well...check it.

Style Show 2011

(When you click to this flicker site, I am in the first photo that pops up...I am super smiley and impressed with Jan...

the totally cool

 and outgoing one blowing kisses!)

It was a fun day. Hair and makeup at 8:45 am, followed by eggs and toast at the local Perkins...

(Danni and I realized we both had never been to a Perkins in our entire lives...weird? Sort of.)

Here are some fun photos from the day.

Lovely ladies!

Whuuut?



Inspiration is everywhere

Yesterday I almost missed my turn on my way to work. I could have kept going for a drive. The fall sun was out, my sunroof was open, and my girls were settled safely into their classrooms at school.  Was listening to Chris Martin tell me how the stars shine just for me.  Some days are just really good!  Grateful for those days...of course some days are not.


This past year has had some serious lows to it. My Mom passed away suddenly and after 16 years I am no longer going to be married.  That is a crazy amount of change.  I have been a naive in the enormity of change.  Although with keeping these quotes in mind I think it will all work out.

"You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.”
– Mae West

"Look at the stars, Look how they shine for you, And all the things that you do"
-Chris Martin

(worth playing even if Chris looks a little ridiculous on this still)

Check out this response from a good friend 

when I posted this photo

 Thanks for the advice!

Look to your left Jen and you will find the light switch! The bulbs have been changed from

old to new, circuits have been checked and are all functioning correctly! Start walking down

that tunnel, it gets wider and brighter the further you walk ;o)




For your listening pleasure:



Love this song...


I don't feel like it rains on me all the time, just randomly.





Naive? Me?  Maybe just a bit, but I am working on it.




Just because.....I love this tune.





And just because....forgiveness is good and so is moving forward. The more I know, the less I understand. All the things I thought I figured out, I have to learn again.  Think this goes for many of us.  



And to end this uplifting (lol) post....


“The thing that is really hard, and really amazing, is giving up on being perfect and beginning the work of becoming yourself.” – Anna Quindlen


~JR

Nothing like a cowboy.....

I have always have been a fan of cowboys. Not the football team but the actual rugged, strong, and hardworking kind.

*Warning! If you easily offend from handsome fellas look away from your computer.....

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One more for good measure...

Oh, how did this get in here?  Not a cowboy, but dang......Jude looks rugged and soft to me. Man!!

It's my love for rugged yet soft that has me loving these.

Cowboys Bags have been on my mind for months. It took some convincing, but I finally convinced my boss we had to have these in the store. Cowboys Bags and Cowboys Belts are made in Amsterdam. They are made of washed leather...they actually wash the leather in a washing machine to get it to be worn and rustic.

They also do belts...we picked these for the store.

They are heading into high fashion..check it.

Watch what "they" are saying about this line....It's Scott Starbuck from City Soles. He gives a nice brand overview and talks about how limited their distribution

of these bags are in the US.

Stop into Next Door and check them out.....you are going to want to touch them and make one yours...just like a cowboy.

-JR

Covet the cool air....

We reside in the Midwest at Next Door.

We can't get enough of the warm Spring and Summer days, yet at the same time we covet the Fall. The crisp air that drives us to pull out those enveloping sweaters we love so much.  When the cool breeze of an early October afternoon pulls you to throw on your favorite boots along with a supple and cozy knit cardigan. Mmmmm, it makes me think of pumpkin patches and apple picking..... Sorry to romanticize the weather here considering I'll want t0 stick my head in oven come January. I know I will have to hit the lower hemisphere to reboot myself to this

happiness level I somehow have today,

 possibly Mexico? ;)

But for real, stop by the store.

We have some of the most amazing sweaters, cardigans, vests, and ponchos waiting for you. 

-JR

What's Under Yours?

Shoes sort of rule. Boots, flats, pumps, sandals, strappy, sneakers, flip flops, and don't forget the slipper.

You can put on the most kick a$$ outfit but without the right footwear....total failure.

Okay, maybe not that dramatic. 

Playing sports is another time that shoes make a difference. Sure performance is a nice touch, but looking good while playing your game helps too.  Golfers love to look fly when they hit the links......

Check out what I found.

 Arriving at your local country club this year.....

So the point of these classic, custom, fun Original Kiltees is to jazz up your favorite pair of golf shoes.

 This new, upcoming product is coming to market SOON! Original Kiltees are currently in production and all of our unique and fun designs will be ready for purchase. Be sure to stayed tuned for the many new and exciting designs currently in the works. 

What do your Kiltees say about you?



Ms. Sporty
18 holes then chill'n with the ladies at the clubhouse.

Mr. Player
I'm 6'10" and I play for the NBA



Mrs. Prepared
Lunch after 9 holes.

Mrs. Chill
I don't take my game too seriously, but shoot, I look good.



 Kiltees can also be custom made with a team logo or for a good cause. The ribbon and Kiltee color can be made for your home team as well. Amy from Kiltees let me know that they were making Kiltees for the
Marquette University Golf team. Sweet!

A few more styles to check out....

Get out and enjoy some fall ball...the weather

is perfect for 18 holes.

-JR

I am in love.....

I knew that title would pull you in. lmao!

Just a short little post to tell you how I feel.

I love this coffee.

I wake up everyday and know that my coffee 

tastes just like the smell of coffee. Does that make sense? It does to me, hope you can try some and see what I mean.

I received 2 lovely cans of this fantastic drug as a housewarming gift from a favorite friend of mine. This morning I brewed a pot before heading off for a run....I ran with gusto knowing it was waiting for me at home.

Love is beautiful especially when it comes in the form of a smooth and delicious drink.

Next up...

(*note*photos are of horrible quality today, but you get the point.)

My girlies started school this week. Love these 3 xo xo xo

And...

Look what just arrived. I want this...

Jack Jacket!

Buy it here

Last, but certainly not least...

Happy Birthday Danielle Rochelle!

May 39 be a great year for you and your family. xo

Up is the only place to go.

~JR