Every year at this time my red, white, and blue obsession starts to return. The weather is heating up and Memorial Day is right around the corner. I suddenly have the urge to break out the flag, toss some red and blue throw pillows around and wear stars and stripes. If you are super patriotic … Read more
I am so excited to be heading back to my favorite city later this month, but boy, it is going to be cold! I have been to NYC in the winter before (well, technically I guess it was still fall, but it was December and the 18 degree temps sure made it feel like winter. … Read more
Despite the little warm up we are having this weekend, there has been a genuine chill in the air the last few mornings. That makes me feel like I can finally break out the sweaters! I’ve rounded up some of my favorite fall sweaters for this beautiful weather. (affiliate links are included for your convenience) … Read more
Well, we’ve got a week left. A week to carve pumpkins, attend carnivals, parties, trunk or treats, participate in costume parades, eat tons of junk and trick or treat. Whew! Are you ready? If you’re like me, you always wait to the last minute and rely heavily on Amazon Prime to deliver Halloween to your … Read more
Saturday’s in our house are game days. We LOVE college football, and our Saturday activities usually revolve around football in some way, shape or form. Lately with Andy in high school too, game day has been extended into Friday Night Lights. The High School he attends has crazy football games with tailgating, contests and all … Read more
I’m heading out in a few minutes for a fun afternoon exploring a new neighborhood in LA. One of my very favorite things to do is explore my own area like a tourist and get to know every nook and cranny….the shops, restaurants and must see places. Plus, it gives me a chance to take … Read more
You guys! I cannot believe that I am headed to NYC in just 12 short days! I have always wanted to visit NYC in the fall and I am SUPER excited…but I am also totally stressing! Packages have been arriving practically daily a I try and sort out just what to wear. I feel like … Read more
Happy Friday! Hopefully you are all gearing up for a fun weekend…the unofficial final weekend of summer. We’ve already been in school for three weeks, so this 3-day weekend could not come at a better time. I need a little extra sleep! 🙂 We are excited to head to our first high school football game … Read more
Happy Friday! And it’s about to get even happier! I popped into Anthropologie earlier this week and guess what? They have added a ton of new stuff to their sale section and it is all an additional 25% off right now. I picked up this top (love it over a tank with jeans) and this one . … Read more
It’s Sunday afternoon and I’m preparing for the week ahead…a fun weekend that went way too fast. Speaking of going to fast, is it crazy that I already feel like summer is winding down? The kids have camps this week, and then we only have two weeks left before orientation and school starting. Summer is … Read more
I went…I couldn’t resist it. I had to go be a part of the craziness of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale on day 1, even though I had already shopped online. I wanted to touch all the fun fabrics and see all the beautiful colors and just be a part of the overall mayhem that is … Read more
One of the best parts about where I live is the Nordstrom right down the street. But today, we are shopping online! Actually, I shop online a lot because it’s too easy to shop in my pj’s and then run down the street to pick it up all packaged up nicely for me. 😉 … Read more
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Also known in my house as Christmas in July, it’s the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale starting TOMORROW, July 14th!! I admit, I keep monitoring the site, hoping that there will be a technical glitch that will let me shop early, but so far, no luck. 😉 This isn’t … Read more
Are you ready to get your shop on this weekend? There are some seriously awesome 4th of July sales happening, so if you have been holding something in your shopping cart, or just want to pick up some fun things on great sale, here is a round up what I consider to be the best … Read more
Hello everyone! I hope you are having a wonderful weekend! I wanted to pop in and let you know that Tory Burch is having their semi-annual summer sale and all sale items are an additional 30% off! I know it is only June, but this is a great time to start thinking about Christmas gift … Read more
It’s the official start of Summer and also officially the best weekend of the season to shop! I have been searching high and low for ALL of the Memorial Day sales and deals, everything from clothes, shoes and accessories, to furniture and travel deals. I already shared my favorites from the Nordstrom sale yesterday, … Read more
The people behind the Nordstrom Sale are seriously genius. I can’t think of any other store where I get so excited for a sale to finally come around. Between the Nordstrom Half-Yearly sale this month, Memorial Day Sales this weekend, and then the Nordstrom Anniversary sale coming up in July/Aug, it’s the most wonderful time … Read more
I was honored to be asked by my sweet friend Courtney of A Thoughtful Place Blog to snap some pictures of her at a beautiful evening at the Kendra Scott store at Fashion Island. Have you ever been to a Kendra Scott store? Although I am familiar with her beautiful jewelry pieces from seeing them … Read more
At any time of year, London is one of the best cities in the world to visit, but Springtime is like no other! We were there near the end of Spring and the weather was amazing. When I say amazing, it’s still London weather, so you’ll still need your wellies and coats, but you can … Read more
Every year I like to take Ash out for a little photo shoot on her birthday to capture her on that day, in that moment. These days and moments with them being little are SO fleeting, I like to freeze every moment that I possibly can! When I took her out shopping for her … Read more
March is a dangerous month. It’s Ash’s birthday month and typically Easter…or close to it. The weather is getting warmer, the days are getting longer, and well…I get the itch to shop and make-over our wintry closets with fun, frilly, spring-y clothes. Something about it being her birthday makes me feel like I have a … Read more
Happy Black Friday!! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The time when sales and deals abound and we can get our shopping on without feeling as guilty! 😉 I have been working feverishly over the last few days trying to round up a list of the best sales and deals around to put … Read more
Whether you’re going on a long trip or a quick weekend in the country, there is a great bag to take you there this holiday season or any season! Great weekender bags are spacious enough to accommodate more than a weekend’s worth of outfits. And, thanks to their durable construction and handles, you’ll have no trouble carting your … Read more
If the trend is good enough for Olivia Palermo and Taylor Swift, it’s good enough for me. With so many great options to choose from, whether it’s buffalo check to plaid, there’s an option for everyone to wear this season’s biggest trend. Bright and colorful or grungy, traditional checked prints are becoming more modern. This … Read more
Somehow, whenever I end up going shopping for myself, I end up coming home with bags for my littlest fashionista instead. John likes to call her my very own American Girl Doll. As sad as it is, he’s probably right! I know that my years of getting to choose what she’s wearing are waning, and … Read more
You bought them, and now it’s after Labor Day so they’re collecting dust in the back of your closet. Just like I grew up thinking I couldn’t mix black and brown, I also thought white had a season…from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Well…break those cute white pants out of hiding and celebrate wearing them in … Read more
I can’t believe that it is OCTOBER!! I was going to be on top of things this year and have the kids costumes ready to go by early September, and here we are, in October, and I haven’t even ordered them yet. eek! How that manages to happen to me EVERY year, I will never … Read more
This season anything goes…a rainbow of colors from earthy neutrals like Desert Sage, bold statement colors like Marsala, fresh pastels and patterns make sure that you will have fun putting your outfits together this fall and winter fashion season! I’ve put together a few of my favorite looks from my favorite color palettes for you… Marsala Red Reflecting Pond Call … Read more
Fall is in the air and that means we have a good excuse to switch up our wardrobes a bit. Adding in a few inexpensive, but on trend accessories, is the best way to make the staples in your closet transition to fall, without breaking the bank. Here are 5 of the hottest, must-have accessories all for … Read more
Nothing says fall like breaking out the jeans, boots and sweaters, and this fall there is something for everyone in denim trends. Say goodbye to low waisted jeans, and hello to denim with a little bit more room to breathe as flared jeans make a return. Here are the four denim trends to stock your closet … Read more