As much as I love to shop for myself and Austin, I love to shop for my pooch Bentley, too! For this week’s Monday Must Haves, I decided to take a break from fashion and beauty, and blog about my love affair with adorable dog gear instead! Enjoy! Canvas Pet Teepee from Free People There’s…
Putting together a beautiful (and delicious!) cheese plate can be an overwhelming task. With so many options out there, it can be hard to choose the flavors and accompaniments that work best. My tips are pretty simple when it comes to creating the perfect plate. To start, I always begin with a beautiful tray, platter,…
Last weekend, I attended a dear friend’s bridal shower. When it comes to dressing for showers, I find that it’s nice to opt for pieces that are feminine, sophisticated, and a little bit playful. This dress is the epitome of that and more. Perfect for baby showers, bridal showers, brunch with the girls, or church, it’s…
WOOOOHOOOO! We’re finally making progress on our master bedroom/bathroom add on! While our house is a literal construction war zone, I can’t even tell you how excited I am to have a brand-new bedroom, my OWN bathroom, and the best part – a walk-in closet! My OCD is definitely kicking in, but I have to…
One of my all-time favorite things about fall is that it’s bootie weather! Booties are a must-have in my book – they work with everything from a flirty dress to a distressed pair of skinnies. Plus, they’re pretty much always comfortable. Read on for my favorite fall booties! Jeffery Campbell Cromwell Booties from Shop…
To be totally honest with you, I love the way working out feels, but I don’t always love working out. Either way, I know it’s important, so I always make sure to do something active at least 4 times a week. Since it’s clearly a struggle for me to get my butt to the gym,…
There’s nothing like a short, strapless dress. Perfect for daytime, nighttime, and everything in between, they’re sexy, flirty, and absolutely perfect. In this particular look, I wore my favorite soft pink top as a dress (I find myself doing this a lot with my longer tops) and paired it with some grey accessories for a…
To me, there’s nothing better than spending a cozy Autumn night on the couch with a knit blanket, some candles, and a face mask on. Face masks are not only relaxing, but they’re also perfect for fall, since cooler weather is known to dry out the skin. Read on for the face masks I’m loving…
Most of you already know that in my world, when it comes to fashion, the more feminine the better. So whether it’s a pop of pink, some extra sparkle, or a little extra fabric in the form of ruffles, I’m always game! Here, I styled this adorable red gingham dress with an oversized clutch, round…
Outfit Details: Maxi Skirt || Tee || Jacket || Boots || Sunnies Just because fall is on the horizon doesn’t mean you have to put all of those spring/summer staples in storage. In fact, I’m a big believer that some of your favorite warm-weather dresses and skirts are actually perfect for cooler temps – if…
In my opinion, you can never have too many pairs of jeans. That said, I am always on the hunt for amazing pairs to add to my collection. Lucky for you, I scoured the interwebs and found some pretty great denim at even better prices. Scroll down for my favorite denim under $100. Relaxed Straight…
Details: Blazer || Denim || Tee || Clutch old but similar here || Heels ||Sunnies One of my favorite fall trends has got to be a good blazer. Blazers not only make it easy to transition from season to season, but they’re also perfect for adding a little extra style to an otherwise basic dress…
I don’t know about you ladies, but I have always been on the hunt for a curling iron that would give me those just-got-off-the-beach waves. Well, I’m happy to announce that I finally found one! Meet the Beachwaver S1, a curling iron that practically curls your hair for you. It’s so simple to use: First,…
I’m not sure what it is about summer, but the warmer weather always makes me want to get a little more creative with my locks. See below for the summer hair styles I can’t wait to try on myself. Braided & Beautiful via Barefoot Blonde This wavy braided look would look ah-mazing on a night…
On a day to day basis, I stick with tinted moisturizer, a little blush, and some chapstick. I’m a big believer that less is more, which is why I stick with something till the end if I love it. Read on for the beauty essentials I can’t live without. Laura Mercier Foundation I love how…
Lately, I’ve been getting a ton of emails and comments asking about the products I use on my hair. It’s so flattering to hear your sweet remarks, and I love sharing my go-to products and tricks with each and every one of you. With that said, this week’s Monday Must Haves is all about the…
As Austin gets older, I have more and more trouble finding easy and healthy recipes to whip up in a pinch. And to add to that, I recently noticed that he is much more interested in his food when the meal he’s eating is playful and fun (I’m sure most of you mamas can relate!)….
A couple of weekends ago, I was lucky enough to attend a hostessing event put on by RewardStyle in San Francisco. And in lieu of writing a typical recap of the day, I wanted to share with you a diary-style post instead! Read on for a play-by-play of this amazing day spent in San Francisco!…
School’s back in session, and there’s no better time to pick up some super-cute essentials for your little to rock in (and out!) of the classroom. The picks below will ensure your mini gets an A+ in style! For the little ladies: This Polka Dot backpack by Herschel is so sunny and fun, I kind…
Back in April, I decided to get honest about mommyhood. On the blog, I wrote a post where I asked my close mama friends and family members about their Honest Mommy Moments and the response from my readers was OVERWHELMING! I found that you, my readers, appreciate these kinds of posts and want to see…