Happy Friday! I don't know about you but it's hard to believe March is only a few days away. With Spring on the brain, I put together a few of my picks for those of you heading to the beach or somewhere warm. It's bright, colorful and everything we think about when prepping for the beach or warm weather getaway. ...
During our recent trip to Florence, I wanted to be as comfortable as possible. We spent hours on our feet and walked pretty much everywhere. It was a great way to get to see the city!
When packing my outfits, I had to be very intentional. I packed several "basics" that could be worn with jeans, black pants, shorts etc. while mixing in a few statement pieces, like this floral dress (fit: tts, on sale!). This White Blouse was the perfect addition to my packing list. ...
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Well, it's officially birthday week over here and the countdown to 29 is on! Thursday is my official birthday, but in my family, we like to keep the celebrations going all week. Yesterday, I took the day off and spent the morning grabbing coffee with my mom, followed by a little pre-birthday shopping at the mall. Mom and I always plan little dates like this during my birthday week and vice versa, so I am looking forward to spending some time with her. Even when I was teaching full time, my birthday always fell on Spring Break so it's become somewhat of a tradition.
Below are a few of my favorite things that I am loving for Spring! I love buying gifts for my friends and family, but sometimes it can be ...
Now that the holiday season has officially arrived, I wanted to share with you a hairstyle perfect for any upcoming festivities. This braided ponytail is one of my favorite looks and I love the messy texture. Gone are the days where every strand has to be in place. Now, we are embracing texture, loose curls, and of course, volume!
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1. I recommend this look on day old (or 2-day old) hair. I find that when my hair is dirty, it actually turns out better when doing a braided updo such as this.
Start by spraying dry shampoo all over hair, focusing on roots. I've tried numerous brands, and one that I am currently loving is the Moroccan Oil Dry Shampoo (I use the color light and it helps keep my roots not so harsh). Use at the roots for added volume and a matte texture. Be sure to brush out the powder with a boar bristle teasing comb when finished.
Happy Friday everyone! Today I wanted to share with you a gift guide featuring stocking stuffers at all price points. I love this Perfume Set by Tory Burch (and the price). I also this eye shadow palette...it's perfect for everyday. I plan on picking up some of this beard oil for Austin and a pair of these Happy Socks. Hope you guys have a great weekend and thanks so much for reading! xx
PS- I just announced the winners from my Black Friday Giveaway here. Thank you so much for all who entered!
If you won, congratulations! Please email me in the next 24 hrs with the same email you used to enter. If I do not hear from you by 12:30 CDT tomorrow (12/5), I will select and email another winner. Thank you! ...
In an effort to be ahead of the game this year with my holiday shopping, I’ve started early with some budget friendly buys. You may have seen my ideas for her (here and here) but I know it's nice to have some options at all price points!
I absolutely love this PJ Short Set. I have them in the blue (true to size) and they are so incredibly soft. I definitely wouldn't mind getting another pair! I also love this little sleep mask. And at $14, it's great to give your best girlfriends or secret santa. I just purchased these grey over the knee boots (available in black here). I have been on the hunt for an affordable pair, and these were perfect. Thanks for stopping by and stayed tuned for more gifting ideas coming next Friday!
For more holiday inspiration check out my happy holidays pinterest board here.
Happy shopping! xx
As you know, the holidays will be here before we know it and I've been hard at work creating a new series featuring my favorite holiday gift guides for the 2015 season. Whether it be your family, boyfriend, best friend (or yourself), I've got it covered. Also, I'm hosting some exciting giveaways this month so be sure to check back so you don't miss out!
This week is focusing on Gifts for Her and I'm sharing some gift ideas at all price points. My favorites include this camel coat (follow size chart), these Chanel studs, and this plaid scarf. I also love this watch by Timex. The leather straps are timeless and it's the perfect gift at $64.
I appreciate all of you and want to start off the holiday season with giving two lucky readers a $100 gift card to a store of their choice! Just follow the directions below and enter to win a $100 gift card to either J Crew or Nordstrom. There will be two winners, so be sure to follow all of the steps in order to be eligible.
Winners will be announced in this Friday's (11/13) blog post.
Thank you so much and best of luck!
Purchasing these over the knee boots last fall has been a great investment. I was honestly a little hesitant considering they are far more dramatic than my normal everyday wear, but I have been very surprised about the ease of an OTK boot.
Pulling off a tall boot doesn't have to be hard. The key is to stick with simple styles that help establish a long, lean silhouette. Personally, I like to pair them with jeans or leggings and an oversized sweater or poncho. For the appearance of longer legs, wear them with black pants or leggings. You may laugh, but it's crazy how this really works (especially when wearing these).
I also love these flat boots (similar under $200) as they are more practical for day to day wear. Not to mention they are really comfortable! Either way, you can't go wrong.
Have you tried over the knee boots? What are your favorite styles?
Thanks for reading! xx
I love a weekend getaway. Don't we all? In just a few short days, Ashley and I, along with a few other girlfriends will be heading to New York to set sail on the Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas. Though this is a quick trip, I am looking forward to sailing around the New York Harbor and experiencing Royal Caribbean's newest smartship.
New York in the Fall is my absolute favorite. The air is crisp and the trees are a beautiful orange. I can't wait to see the gorgeous city as we cruise the harbor.
The Anthem of the Seas is the first of it's kind and I am looking forward to trying out some of the exciting amenities. From a skydiving simulator to bumper cars, this ship has everything. Personally, I am looking forward to trying a few of the many restaurants (18 to be exact) and hopefully checking out the
With a new season approaching, it's time to start transitioning our summer makeup to something a little more neutral or bold for Fall. Just like we switch up our wardrobe, the same is true for our makeup.
Here are a few easy ways to freshen up your makeup bag for fall.
Before I start sharing my recent beauty finds, what better way to store your makeup than a personalized makeup bag or monogrammed acrylic case? These are two items that will definitely last you all year long, and are perfect for storing your makeup or jewelry.
Makeup brushes can make all the difference when applying foundation or contouring. Recently, I purchased 3 new brushes from Sigma Beauty. I am new to the brand, but was pretty impressed with the reviews and the price point. Brushes can be so expensive, but these seemed more affordable than most and still maintained good quality.
So are they worth it? Yes! These brushes are amazing. They are made from Sigmax Synthetic Fibers, meaning they don't absorb liquid or cream foundations and I have found that they don't shed like many natural hair brushes. Using these brushes have made a huge difference with applying my makeup ...
