Hi Dallas friends! I am excited to partner with Macy's for their American Icons event this Saturday, May 16th at Northpark Center in Dallas. I will be hosting the event with Lauren Smith Ford, the Fashion Editor at Texas Monthly, and we can't wait to share some of our favorite looks for Summer!
The event starts at 2:00 pm and will end at 4:00 pm. Be sure to RSVP here to receive a fun gift on Saturday. There will be sips and treats while you shop and be sure to snap a selfie in the photo booth! You will also receive a selfie stick with any $50 fashion purchase.
Hope to see you there! xx
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Holiday Events in Dallas
I love living in Dallas. I've lived here since I was 12, and each year, more and more opportunities come to Dallas to make this city even more exciting. I know a lot of you live in the area, and some of you have emailed me saying you were traveling here for the holidays. I always get asked about dining, shopping, and entertainment so I figured I'd share some of my favorite places to go while in the city for the holidays. Most of these are family friendly so feel free to bring on the kids! Happy Holidays! xx
1. Highland Park Village This has always been one of my favorite spots in Dallas. During the holidays they have every tree (more like branch) lit up with beautiful white lights. It's so gorgeous! Each year, Austin and I have our "Christmas Date" here and we hit up Mi Cocina, Starbucks then drive through the neighborhoods to look at lights and jam to Christmas tunes. While I visit the village often, this is probably my favorite date that we have and I look forward to it every year. The shopping is pretty fabulous too!
2. The Carriage Rides at Highland Park Village While you're in Dallas, why not take a festive horse drawn carriage to take you through the neighborhoods of Highland Park. Sit back and sip on some hot cocoa as you look at all the lights and homes decorated for the holidays! My family has done this before and it was so much fun ...
Do In Dallas | The Joule Hotel
Last month, Austin and I decided to treat ourselves to a little "staycation" at The Joule Hotel in Dallas. I just had finished Parent Teacher Conferences, and he just finished a big project at work so we decided we needed a little R&R. While I've stayed at the hotel before, it was only for a short bit. This time, we did things a little differently. We relaxed, had no schedule, and took time to enjoy all the amenities the hotel had to offer. It was so fun to be a tourist in our own city. We ate at new places, shopped in new stores and walked areas we've never seen. Every aspect of this hotel is unique: the rooms and the lobby are a just a few of my favorite parts that make up this cool hotel. Be sure to keep reading for the full scoop on this gorgeous downtown hotel, or head over to instagram to see pictures from our staycation!
Our first stop, was dinner at CBD Provisions. Some of our friends frequent this restaurant all the time, so we couldn't wait to see what all the fuss was about. CBD Provisions is a modern Texas brasserie located in the heart of downtown ...
West Elm Style Session
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Happy Tuesday everyone! I am excited to share a little project I have been working on with West Elm Dallas + Mockingbird Station. When West Elm Dallas reached out to me to share what inspires me, it was easy. My home office. It's the space where I can go and feel inspiration, creativity and oddly enough, relaxed. Not only do I use it for blogging, but I am also using it as an area to create lessons and seek inspiration in the classroom as well. Therefore it's important to me to have a space that is functional for both areas of my life.
With the help of West Elm's awesome staff and the Mockingbird Station Lofts, we were able to create a simple, yet chic, work area. I kept it simple with the Parsons Desk in white and added pops of colors through prints, florals and decorative objects like this adorable french bulldog plate (I'm obsessed!).
We want to see what inspires you for Fall and give you an opportunity for you to win a $500 West Elm Dallas ...
On My Desk with Remodo
I have always had a weakness for desk accessories and office supplies. This may not come as a surprise considering I am a teacher, but I actually get excited to buy new pens and don't even get me started on a new notepad. I recently was introduced to Remodo, an online interior design company dedicated to young adults and anyone who likes cute home goodies. Started in August 2013 by sisters Amanda and Whitney Fox, the site provides fresh, stylish options for all your home and office needs. I couldn't resist this leopard lucite tray and this blue "notes" pad...too cute!
Want to get in on all the Remodo fun? They are on their "Remodo on the Road" tour right now and their next stop is Dallas! They will be in town August 22nd-23rd and they would love for you to stop by their mobile showroom. Stop by the SMU campus during the day on Friday, August 22nd or on Saturday, August 23rd, at Dallas Contemporary in the Design District Market from 12-8pm. You can follow along via instagram with #Remodoontheroad to get all the behind the scenes details.
Visitors have the option to work with Amanda and Whitney, ask design questions, see products such as pillows, lamps, rugs, chairs, ...
Fly Wheel Summer Special
Every Summer I get really excited (yes excited) about establishing a good work out routine. During the school year I try to keep one up but I find it difficult to stay consistent and find the energy to go to the gym after teaching all day. That all changes during the Summer. During this time of year, I have that energy and motivation to hit the gym 4-5 times a week. It also helps when you actually enjoy your workout. Recently, I have tried Fly Wheel Sports. I have always enjoyed Barre classes and was pretty excited to hear about their Summer Special for new clients. I started with trying Fly Barre and then got the courage to try Fly Wheel. Whether you spin, barre or both it's an amazing workout (just get ready, it tends to bring the sweat out in people!)
Fly Wheel Sports in Plano is offering a Summer Special for new clients. From now until July 15 new clients can get 30 days at $99 for Flywheel and FlyBarre Plano classes only. Oh and the first class is free, so definitely check it out if your are interested!
Wearing: Fly Wheel Sport Cheetah Love Tank c/o | Under Armour Back In Action Tank (on sale!) | Nike Legend 2.0 Capris | Nike Running Shoes | One Truffle
M&H / Polish Fashion Show
Tonight I am excited to share with you some pictures from the Milk & Honey / Polish Fashion Show. Milk & Honey is one of my favorite Dallas boutiques and Polish is an incredible organization connecting professional women to discuss career and faith. When I heard the two were joining forces to host a fashion show, I knew it would be amazing! The night started off with gorgeous flowers by Posh Floral and delicious treats from Society Bakery. Lauren Scruggs was the fashion show emcee and did a beautiful job sharing her story and faith while presenting new trends from Milk & Honey Boutique. It was a great night of fashion, friends and fellowship!
If you're in the Dallas area, I invite you to the Polish Luncheon tomorrow from 11:45-12:45 at the Tower Club in Downtown Dallas. Co-Founder & Executive Director, Kat Armstrong, will be discussing the topic "Holding Pattern" and address the hard to answer questions such as, "Are you dating anyone?, How are you not married yet?, What do you want to do next?" She will be speaking about how to respond to the these kinds of questions. Join Wed. June 4th for practical step-by-step responses to these questions. You will ...
Do In Dallas | Milk & Honey
Last year, thanks to you guys, I started the series Do In Dallas. This is where I feature places around Dallas that I would recommend for travelers, locals, or people who just want to see more of the city. Today, it's all about the shopping. Milk & Honey is a local boutique, nestled right in the heart of Dallas. Milk & Honey offers fashion forward clothing and accessories for all budgets, which makes finding the perfect outfit even easier. If you can't make it to Dallas, be sure to visit them online...happy shopping!
If you have ideas or places you'd like to see here, please feel free to let me know! I value your ...
Splended + Milk & Bookies
I am excited to share an amazing opportunity to give back this holiday season. Los Angeles-based brand Splendid® is launching a nationwide holiday book drive for Milk + Bookies benefiting local Boys & Girls Clubs, December 3, 2013 through January 3, 2014 at the Splendid Store Northpark Center in Dallas.
So what is this all about? Well, in honor of the season of giving, families are encouraged to bring new or gently used books to Splendid® stores to donate to children without access to books of their own. To add to the giving-back experience, donators will be able to inscribe their donated books with a description about what they love about reading. Plus, each participant will receive an I DONATED sticker, to reinforce the amazing feeling that comes with giving to someone else.
As an added incentive, Splendid is offering each participant a free “stripe” in the brand’s popular “Earn Your Stripes” loyalty program for each book donated. Those extra-generous givers donating 5 books or more are rewarded with 50% off a single Splendid item.
Milk + BookiesTM is a nationwide charitable organization that inspires children to give back, using books as its currency. The organization facilitates opportunities for children to raise book ...
Do in Dallas | TX State Fair
It's no secret that I love the fair. Not just any fair, but the Texas State Fair. Nothing is quite like it. It's a great time of year for many reasons... 1. Fall is quickly approaching 2. Cooler weather is on the way (hopefully!) and 3. It takes me back to sweet memories with my husband. We go to the fair every year and always partake in one crazy food item and one Fletcher's Corn Dog. This year I didn't get to crazy and just went straight for the fried oreo. So good! If you are coming to the fair I recommend this site to help guide you. It gives you a detailed schedule of all the events and fills you in on all the delicious food options. My top picks- Fletcher's Corn Dogs (a must), fried oreos, bacon cinnamon rolls, fried nutella (didn't try it but everyone who did raved about it), and salt water taffy. All good for the diet of course! Happy fair days my friends!
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