Goodbye 2013 and Happy New Year!

What a faaaabulous yearrr! 2013 was great from starting the blog (yes, Cheers! Cristalia will be 1 year in a few weeks) to making new friends, attending design and bloggers conferences, guest blogging at MyFriendBettySays.com, traveling to Hawaii, San Francisco, visiting new places in my gorgeous Dominican Republic (stay tuned for this post), working with great brands, redesigning the site and much more!

In 2014, the plan is to keep growing Cheers! Cristalia focusing more on fashion and home decor posts and to continue to work with great brands.

I wish you all the very best in this New Year. Health, joy and peace!

Love & Cheers! -Cristalia

Chunky Statement Necklaces

1 $165 :: 2 $29.50 :: 3 $59.50 :: 4 $37.50 :: 5 $49.99 :: 6 $49.95

I love these chunky necklaces, they are perfect with a simple top or dress. Making you go from blah! to wow! in a second. One of my favorite stores in the world, +J.Crew, carries them at not very affordable prices but I am always on the lookout for their sales and of course, the +J.Crew Factory store.

Here are some really cute ones I found online. My favorite? #6 from +Anthropologie

At my dad's birthday wearing #2 in clear stones. 

Cheers! Cristalia

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Christmas Traditions

I usually set up the tree, lights and Christmas decor during early November because it's my favorite time of the year but by the time Santa Claus comes, I'm ready to start packing and organizing my apartment to regular mode.

Yesterday, I asked throughout my social media if you removed holiday decorations after Christmas or after the new year and most of you (if not all) said after Three Kings Day (Three Wise Man Day) on January 6th. It was good being reminded of this Spanish and Latin American tradition but even me being latina, and having grown up in DR, I must say that I am confused and that maybe we should stick to one tradition and give all gifts on Three Kings Day and not on Christmas Day or vice versa.

I'd love to hear more about the traditions you follow at home during the holidays. Please share them in a comment.

I'll try to figure this out before we are ready to start growing the family and passing on traditions but for now, I'll stick to starting the new year with everything back to normal and begin tidying up the home and 2014 goals list.

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Boots: Over the Knee

1 $104.99 :: 2 $110 :: 3 $85 :: 4 $69.99 :: 5 $170.99 :: 6 $122.95

A dear friend told me she'd been looking for boots that go over the knee but couldn't find "the one." I mentioned that I could find her a couple options and also post them on the blog. So here they are, a few casual and dressy options that I hope she likes or at least guide her to find the perfect pair.

My favorites? 2 & 5. Both pairs are from +ALDO and even though I searched in many places online, I must say, they have the most stylish selection of boots.

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Stylish White Accessories :: $99 & Under!

Here are some beautiful accessories in December's color of the month. The best part? They're all under $100! So, (YES!) I want them all!!!

Purse $99 :: Hat $58 :: Ring $21.75 ::  Studs $26 :: Cuff $26 ::  Headband $25 ::  Earrings $98  :: Elephant Bracelet $39.50

If you are going to make me choose one single thing I must go for the Panama hat. There is something about hats that I love... I promise I'll tell when I figure that out.

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Perfect Holiday Nails #2

Remember this photo from my instagram post this week? Well, today I am revealing what I used.



Chocolates? Yeah, I just used them as props but they were delicious. Here's what I did use: Essie's "Master Plan", Sally Hansen's "Celeb City"- from the Hard as Nails Extreme Wear line. I couldn't leave the glitter polish so I added "Spark-tacular! " from the Sephora by OPI collection.

Cheers! Enjoy more of my nail tutorials here.

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Perfect Holiday Nails Tutorial!

Here is a perfect holiday nails tutorial using Color Club's Dark N' Stormy & Apollo Star nail polish. I also used a calligraphy pen with a 2mm ornament nib to create perfect dots.

Easy, right? Enjoy more of my nail tutorials here.

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Christmas Entertaining & in the Kitchen

Platter :: Cookie Stamp :: Pie Crust Cutters :: Table Runner :: Serving Bowl :: 3 Tier Dessert Tray :: Bar Accessories

Christmas is my favorite time of the year. The pine trees, the lights, sipping a delicious cup of gabiao (hot chocolate with ginger), family gatherings and gifts are all part of the joy. This week it's been all about the the Christmas holiday on the blog so don't forget to check out all my Christmas related posts HERE.

Me enjoying a cup of gabiao in the Dominican (made by my mom) <3

I can't seem to find a recipe of gabiao online so maybe it's a name my family made up. (Hah!)
I'd be happy to put up my mom's recipe if you are interested let me know in a comment. Cheers!

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Pretty Modern (& One Retro) Wrapping Paper

Birds :: Ornaments :: Bike :: Octopus 

I agree that the gift is the final most important part when opening a gift but the wrapper is also very (VERY) important; otherwise, these pretty gift wraps wouldn't exist. 

Fuchsia Ornament :: Boxed Tree :: Purple Snow :: Retro Santa

I picked these 8 beautifully designed papers from +Paper Source & +PAPYRUS and hope they inspire you to wrap nice gifts this holiday season. My favorite for a boy gift is the Octopus with teal and red. For a girl I would pick the Fuchsia Ornament. Let me know your favorite pattern in a comment. Cheers!

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Holiday Gift Picks Under $50! :: MyFriendBettySays.com

Hi there! I am over at MyFriendBettySays.com with a special collaboration on Holiday Gift Picks Under $50. Here's a sneak peak but for the full post click HERE. Cheers! 

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Pretty Holiday Sweaters

 1 $19.95 :: 2 $264 :: 3 $88.50 :: 4 $24.80 :: 5 $68.97 :: 6 $68.97

I used to hate holiday themed sweaters because they seemed old fashioned but for the past few years I can say they are really getting my attention...in a good way. These 6 sweaters are nice enough that I would actually wear. My favorite one is number 2 by Alice and Olivia but $264 is way above my budget for a holiday sweater so I'll just stay with number 2 by Forever 21 for $24.80 and it also comes in grey and white.

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White Home Decor

Throw $29.99 - Nightstand $69.99 - Mirror $229 - Toaster $320 - Dinnerware Set $96 - Ceramic Vases $10-$89 - Ceramic Side Table $129 - Floor Lamp $199 - Tri-Votive Candle Holder $8

Could I have chosen a better color for December? White could be a summery color but it also reminds me of snow, the perfect recently fallen snow that is.

White walls are always right in every home but white decor gives a little touch of elegance, peace, and comfort. I picked a few white items to adorn your home and could not have left out the cozy knitted throw. Perfect to wrap yourself up on the couch in the cold weather with a cup of hot cocoa and your favorite TV program. Cheers!

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Christmas Wreaths

1 ($15) :: 2 ($24.95) :: 3 ($29.99) :: 4 ($99.99) :: 5 ($32.98) :: 6 ($65)

With vacation and other things going on I hadn't had a chance to get a Christmas wreath. Here are some beautiful ones I found online. I've also been eyeing a natural pine wreath from +Trader Joe's and was planning on decorating it myself but I'm still undecided. Which would you pick adorn your door?

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Warm Up in Faux Fur :: MyFriendBettySays.com

Head over to MyFriendBettySays.com for prices and more faux fur items!


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White :: December's Color of the Month

Welcome to December! White is 2013's last color of the month. This color is often associated with innocence, perfection, the good, honesty, cleanliness, the beginning, the new, neutrality, lightness, and exactitude. That's how it's defined in Wikipedia and I how I wish to end 2013 and begin the new year, surrounded by peace, good, and with a clear list of goals to achieve in 2014.

For now, I'll start with my usual color board on Pinterest. Follow the White Board for daily white inspiration in December.

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Hola from the Dominican Republic!

Hola! I am writing this post from the Dominican Republic. My first home. The country I was born in and where I spent most of my childhood. This beautiful crazy place that I adore. :)

My husband and I came for our parents birthdays and we'll also be traveling to a few places we've never been to. Follow me on Instagram (Instagram.com/CheersCristalia) to see our adventure!

Adios & Cheers!


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Faux Tortoiseshell Accessories

Brown is color color of the month and although brown by itself isn't a very popular color in fashion (just shoes for me) there are patterns like the tortoiseshell that I have seen trending more and more. Here's my brown post of the week in tortoiseshell style!

1 - $34 :: 2 - $99 :: 3 - $48 :: 4 - $30 :: 5 - $34 :: 6 - $38 :: 7 - $85 :: 8 - $78 :: 9 - $115 :: 10 - $20

Love & Cheers! -Cristalia

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Red & Brown Christmas Tree

During a quick visit to +IKEA last Sunday, I purchased most of my Christmas tree decorations. I wanted something pretty but didn't want to spend too much cash. My Christmas tree is probably 5 years old (if not more.) It came with the multi color lights installed so it's really simple to assemble every year. Just need to open up the branches and it's basically ready. I love the Christmas lights so could have easily left it as is (just the lights) but it needed some decor for when it's turned off.



Here's what I bought at +IKEA: a pack of 50 mixed (glossy, matte, and glitter) red balls for only $10 and to add some highlights 4 of their check pattern balls priced at 2 balls for $10. A bit pricey but worth the splurge given that I got such a great deal on the 50 variety pack.







Also, I added pine tree cones from previous years and used a cinnamon broom (makes the apartment smell delicious) as the tree topper. The cinnamon broom is from +Trader Joe's.

Are you planning on setting up a Christmas tree this year? Tell me all about it in the comments.

Love & Cheers! Cristalia

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Holiday Outfits for the Kids :: MyFriendBettySays.com

Check out my post on Holiday outfits for the kids (boys + girls) at My Friend Betty Says!

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Puppy Tops

1: $200 --- 2: $12.95 --- 3: $12.99 --- 4: $42.50

We all love a cute little puppy and I've noticed that many brands are creating tops with dog graphics. Even high-end brands, like Marc Jacobs (top #1), are using animal graphics on their tees and now sweaters. Other animals used are horses like this Horsing Around sweater by +J.Crew that sold out very quickly.

They are so adorable that even those of us who don't have any pets would love to wear them. Which puppy top would you wear?

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Zip Wallet

J.Crew :: Michael Kors :: Coach :: J.Crew Factory :: Marc Jacobs

You've probably had the experience when things come our of your wallet and become part of the mess in your purse. I needed a new wallet but I was reluctant to changing my mini wallet. It came with a Nine West purse my mother gave me years ago. Not the most glamorous wallet but very practical and my cards and money were always in place.

I decided to put it away last weekend when I bough a pretty fuchsia zip around wallet at at +J.Crew Factory. It's real leather and priced at $72 but I only paid $43.50 with a 40% off!

The zip around wallet is the best option because things are kept inside without the worry that they'll get out...just make sure you zip it. ;)

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Isabel Marant for H&M :: Holiday Collection

Have you checked out the Isabelle Marant collection for H&M??? I'll admit that I wasn't really excited until I saw the beautiful items online; including sequins leggings, mini skirts, studded heels and silver color jewelry. The collection is set to be in stores on November 14th and it will be available online at 12PM EST. Here are the pieces that have caught my attention. Happy shopping!

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Shooties = Shoes and Booties

1 :: 2 :: 3 :: 4 :: 5 :: 6

I might have been living in la-la-land but maybe this is a new word to you too. I just learned the word shooties and I'm assuming it came from combining the words shoes and booties for those shoes that aren't really booties. It's a funny word so that gave me a reason to share six pairs from DSW.com, where I found the interesting word.

Brown shoes are my favorite because they are usually better looking than the black version but I'm including one black shootie. What do you think? Is this the first time you read about shooties? Share your thoughts in the comments.

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Brown :: November's Color of the Month

I have not forgotten. It's here! November's color of the month is brown. A color of Fall that makes us feel warm. It's the color of coffee, chocolate, earth, some eyes, hair and skin tones. As usual, I started my Brown Pinterest Board and hope you'll pin along with me.

Some people have a preference for black over brown and vice versa but I love mixing both colors. Today I am wearing a LBD, black tights and brown boots. How about you? Do you have a preference for black or brown? Let me know in a comment.

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Sequins Guide for the Holidays :: MyFriendBettySays.com

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Send a Message with a Cushion

1 :: 2 :: 3 :: 4 :: 5 

Send a lovely message with these simple cushions from LaylaGrayce.com. These cushions make great holiday gifts for someone you love or you can just wrap them up for yourself!

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Alice & Olivia: The Holiday Collection

Are you ready for the Holiday season? I am! I love this time of the year, it gives me a better reason to dress up and wear glittery things and makeup. Today I had to share the +alice + olivia "Holiday Collection" because it's just beautiful. Hopefully, it will inspire you to start looking for that party dress. They also have fabulous gowns so to view the complete collection click HERE. 

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The LBD

The LBD (little black dress) is one of those classic pieces that every women should have but sometimes we want to make it a little more fun like these cute styles from +Ann Taylor.  Left - $139 :: Center - $139 :: Right - $129

For daily black fashion inspiration follow my Black Pinterest board.

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Sweet As Pie

Photos from Sur La Table

I'd be happy to have a piece of pie any time of the year but because they are most popular during the holiday season, I decided to search for some pie plates that will make me (and you) want to bake my own.

I am crazy about pumpkin and pecan pie but have never tried baking the later; however, I might try it this holiday season. What's your favorite pie? Share it in a comment.

1 - $6.99 :: 2 - $19.95 :: 3 - $19.95 :: 4 - $29 :: 5 - $44.99 :: 6 - $36

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Guess Who's Back? Domino!

I was always a fan of +Domino Magazine and right when I was taking a Publishing Projects class in College, and hoping to be inspired by Domino to design my own magazine, the magazine went out business but now they're back! I first saw the printed magazine at Whole Foods and then received an email with the awesome news about their website.

Domino.com is like the Pinterest of home decor. You'll be able to pin great visuals and shop the look right from their website. Make sure you subscribe and follow me here: http://domino.com/user/cheerscristalia

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Black Shoes for Fall & Winter

Enjoy my selection of black shoes that we can all use this Fall and Winter seasons. I am in love with the Alice & Olivia pump (#1) and the Jessica Simpson ankle tied pump (#6.) I've been looking for a snow boot and think that the Sorel Boot (#7) is cute and will definitely keep me warm. What do yo think? Which is your "must have" from my selection?

1: Pumps  -  2: Wedge Bootie  -  3: Rain Boot   -  4: Flat Tall Boot   -  5: Flats  -  6: Ankle Pump  -  7: Snow Boots

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Wool & Felt Hats for Fall & Winter

1. Rag & Bone - $175  -  2. Goorin Bros. - $140  - 3. Eric Javitz - $165  - 4. Nordstrom - $38  - 5. J.Crew - $98  - 6. SK Hat - $25

I was excited about Autumn and the color changing leaves but turns out its just getting closer to Winter and I hate it with passion. I am happy in the warm weather so to try to survive during the cold months I need to stay warm. Here are some hats to keep our heads covered with style! Have you started shopping for the cold days? Share your thoughts below.


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