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TOMS for Target Favorites

Back in September it was announced that TOMS and Target were teaming up to bring us an incredible collaboration that will still follow the TOMS mission and give back with every purchase! Well the time has come, the collection is launching THIS Sunday November 16 and I couldn't be more excited. I wanted to share with you my faves from the collection and what I hope to be picking up on Sunday.

You can view the whole collection online here. Will you be shopping the TOMS for Target collection?

"People inspire you or they drain you - pick them wisely." - Hans F. Hanson

Fashion For Good - 31 Bits Holiday Collection

Are you looking for a great gift for your girlfriends this Christmas or that perfect necklace to accompany you at your holiday parties? Look no further...31 Bits newest Holiday Collection is incredible. Full of sparkle and shine, this collection is sure to wow everyone.

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If you are not familiar with 31 Bits, let me tell you a little bit about them. Started by 5 carefree college girls, 31 Bits is using fashion and design to empower people to rise above poverty.

"Our model is to empower people through the fashion industry. We work with our beneficiaries in Uganda to create fashionable, quality products. They earn an income enabling them to provide for their families. We care for them holistically through counseling, health education, finance training, and business mentorships. After five years in our program, our beneficiaries are ready to graduate. A graduated beneficiary has her own business and is educated, healthy, and confident. She is empowered." - 31 Bits

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Be sure to check them out online at www.31bits.com or if you are in the Orange County area at their latest pop-up at Fashion Island.

What is your favorite piece of the 31 Bits Holiday Collection?

"Love yourself first and everything else falls into line." - Lucille Ball

Kindly With K was not given products compensation to publish this post. All opinions expressed are my own.

Brunch in the OC - Haute Cakes Caffe

Hope everyone is having a great start to their week! I wanted to share with you a great find of mine from the weekend. My good friend called on Saturday and told me to pick a place for brunch on Sunday. Now if you are from Southern California you know that the options for brunch are endless. I had always heard that Haute Cakes Caffe in Newport Beach had a great brunch, so I figured we could try it out.

Let me tell you...it was delicious. We arrived around 9:30am and were surprised to see that the line was quite long, but due to the amount of seating we decided to stick out the line. At Haute Cakes Caffe, you order first and then are given a number to take to your table. It is made very clear that you can't sit and reserve a table until you have ordered! After about a 20 minute wait, we both ordered the Bill's Breakfast (two scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, sourdough toast and fruit). I substituted the oven roasted potatoes for the toast and I'm so glad I did!

via Haute Cakes Caffe

The food was delectable and the service was incredible. One of the neat things about Haute Cakes is the ambiance as well. Most of the seating is outside, although they do have some seating indoors, and you don't feel overcrowded. I have been to way to many busy restaurants where you can fully hear the table next to your's conversation, which was NOT the case at Haute Cakes Caffe.

I definitely recommend if you are in the Newport Beach area to check out Haute Cakes Caffe. You won't be disappointed!

Haute Cakes Caffe is located at 1807 Westcliff Drive Newport Beach, CA 92660.

"The universe might not always play fair, but at least it's got a hell of a sense of humor." - Carrie Bradshaw

Kindly With K was not given compensation to publish this post. All opinions expressed are my own.

Friday Favorites

TGIF! Enjoy your weekend!

When Sweatpants Become a Form of Protest. (nymag.com)
What to Do When Your Coworker Is Fired. (levo.com)
A Seven-Step Guide To Heartbreak. (joannagoddard.blogspot.com)
30 Empowering Songs To Get You Through A Broken Heart. (thedatingdepartment.com)
Money Can’t Buy You Happiness… But It Can Buy That Mascara. (nycprgirls.com)

"Stop complaining and just appreciate the life you have."

5 Things I Can't Live Without

1. My Family :: Whether we want to admit it, our families our the backbones to our existence. Now that is not to say that my family is perfect, but I know that without a doubt they will always 110% stand behind me. Without my family, I would not be the person that I am today.

2. My Dog :: This may sound crazy, but I can't imagine not having my dog by my side. Lucy has been through thick and thin with me and she is always there for me to brighten my day. Unfortunately since Lucy is 12 1/2 years old and not doing very well, the reality is I don't know how many more days or months I have with her. Her love for me is unconditional as is my love for her.

3. My Cell Phone :: Yes I am that person who can't live without their cell phone. For me it is a way to always be connected.

4. A Good Pair of Shoes :: This may sound silly, but a good pair of shoes is a necessity. Shoes can make or break an outfit, so always having a good pair of shoes is crucial.

5. A Timeless Purse :: I have been known to change my purse daily, but I always try to stick with classic, timeless pieces. If I can buy a handbag and know that I can still use it in 10 years then that is a good purchase!

What are 5 things that you can't live without? I would love to hear your thoughts...feel free to email me at kindlywithk@gmail.com or tweet me @KindlyWithK!

"Your attitude determines your direction."

Shoesday Tuesday

My love for shoes is never ending. Pretty soon I am going to have to convert my spare room into a closet just to accommodate all of the pairs of shoes I have accumulated over the years. I wanted to share with you two pairs of flats that I recently saw that are not only perfect for fall, but also are very versatile, everyday pair of flats.

SOLE SOCIETY - CARMELLE