A little bit of this...and that

How are all my beautiful readers this weekend?! We are heading to the beach for some sun and fun so I will be taking a short blogging break.  I hope you and yours have a fantastic Labor Day!   xoxo 1.  Gigi New York I love, love these handbags!!  I am dying for the Lauren Saddle Bag.  The stone color is perfection and I know I would carry it for years to come.  Plus it can be monogrammed I mean can it get any better?!  I haven't pulled the trigger yet but it is absolutely on my wish list! 2.  HGTV's Fixer Upper Have you tuned in to HGTV's super cute show Fixer Upper?!  It is about a great couple in Waco, TX who do amazing home makeovers.  I love this husband and wife team who are super talented and so in love (without being annoying).  The wife who is also the designer recently launched a fabulous online store which you can find at www.magnoliahomes.net  Be sure to watch this show and do some shopping! 3.  Chloe Pinot Grigio I'm al

How are all my fabulous readers this week?! I am gearing up for our last beach vacation of the summer and packing ain't a joke.  Until the sun and fun of Labor Day commences I hope you enjoy my confessions.   xoxo 1.  Before motherhood I had a super great memory.  Let's be honest before pregnancy I had a super memory.  Now I feel like it takes me a long time to recall even simple things.  I have perpetual lists on my phone, on slips of paper in my purse and I actually send myself emails to remind me of things I need to do.  I hope I'm not alone here!!  Lordy I miss my mind :) 2.  Emily is sassy.  Everyone looks at me and says well of course but truth be told I was shy and quiet until I was 8 years old.  So the sass came later for me but not for her.  I have to tell you I'm kind of happy about the sass.  I think girls need some sassiness nowadays to survive.  I hope I can channel it appropriately and give her the proper tools to use it for good.  I hope I have

Hello beautiful readers!  How are you today?! I am pretty excited about this blog post as I know we are all always looking for great hair products!  I love getting my hair done and I'm a huge fan of all the blow out bars that have popped up around the city.   I hope you enjoy my favorite hair products to date! xoxo 1.  Wet Brush I LOVE, LOVE the wet brush.  If you don't have one run, do not walk and snap on up.  I have pretty fine/thin hair so it gets easily tangled.  Brushing it out after a shower was always a headache.  So imagine my delight when my hairdresser suggested I try the wet brush.  It is amazing!  You can brush out your hair like it has no tangles, it makes it painless and cuts your time in half.  If you have kids who hate having their hair brushed after bath then this is a must buy for you! 2.  Oscar Blandi Moisture Recovery Shampoo and Conditioner I am obsessed with this shampoo and conditioner!!  It does wonders for my hair.  It gives my hair body, vol

I don't know about you but my quest for the perfect pair of jeans has always been a life long challenge for me and my bottom.....  I remember growing up that there was only one place to buy jeans... THE GAP!   There was a huge wall of jeans and you got to pick your wash, your length and your size and it was a relatively painless process.  I long for the days when things were that simple and I was a size 4.  I also remember the first time I heard about designer jeans.  I was in college and every one kept talking about seven jeans.  I was so excited that I immediatly went to Nordstrom and tried a pair on and I LOVED them but they were out of my price range.  I begged and begged for a pair but my parents were unimpressed with my reasoning "look how good they make my butt look" didn't exactly motivate dear, ole dad to break out the credit card.  So I was forced to wear my express jeans for the rest of college.  When I got my first job out of college my first purchas

How are all my fabulous readers today?! I hope you and yours are doing well and this week is better than last.  :) Please enjoy this edition of what's what! xoxo 1.  Jersey Belle Listen, if you know me you know I watch a lot of TV!  I watch the good, the bad and even the ugly.  I wasn't expecting a lot when I tuned into Jersey Belle (on Bravo) but I am HOOKED!  It is such a great show about friendship, girlfriends and being there for each other.  I kinda love that Jamie isn't suppose to fit in but totally does because she's an amazing girlfriend!  Everyone in this world needs a friend like her…a friend you can tell anything to and not be judged.  If you haven't tuned in yet you are truly missing out!  I cannot recommend this show enough.  Enjoy!   2.  Traditional Home I will be honest with you that I don't often get a chance to read magazines.  When I do I am very selective.  Traditional Home is one of my absolute favs!  I love that it isn

How are all my lovely readers today?!   It is HOT in the ATL and I am craving pool time and cold beer.  When the weekend comes you will know where to find me :) I am also craving some fun jewelry with a touch of edge!  Here are some of my favorite finds. 1.  Alexis Bittar Lucite Collection I love Alexis Bittar!  The pieces are so unique and can be dressed up or down.  This bracelet is my favorite.  It is perfect for everyday but I will absolutely add a few other lucite bangles and wear it out at night.   I am also craving this super fun earrings!  I don't normally do a dangle earring but these are just too good.  I am loving the bright blue color! 2.  Tory Cuff I love a great fun cuff that you can throw on with anything!  And let's be honest what girl doesn't love Tory.  I love this metal and bow cuff!  It is cute, a bit edgy and will go with absolutely everything.  It is definitely on my wish list! 3.  Bauble Bar Turquoise Pendant L

Happy Tuesday lovelies!!  How are you?! I had a busy weekend and it seems this week is going to be even busier.  I feel like life is rushing by lately and I am truly trying to savior it.  More on that later :) I really love J.Crew Factory.  I think they have beautiful clothes at a fantastic price point.  Below are some of my favorite finds! xoxo 1.  Leather Tee I love, love this leather tee!  I feel like it's a bit edgy but not over the top.  I would pair it with some skinny jeans and heels for a night out on the town.  Some over the top earring and a clutch would complete the look perfectly! 2.  Timeless Trench I love a great trench coat.  One day I will have a burberry trench.  Until then this one is perfection to me!  It is stylish, functional and will pull together any outfit. 3.  Utility Pant These utility pants are a great khaki alternative.  I love that they are slim fit and can be dressed up or down.  These will be a huge staple for me t

Happy Saturday lovely readers!!  I hope you and yours are enjoying this beautiful weekend. I'm looking forward to spending some quality time with the fam and spending tons of time outside.   Have a great weekend and please enjoy this edition of what's what! xoxo 1.  Minted If you haven't tried Minted you really need too!  It is my go to site for invitations, thank you notes and Christmas cards.  I love how stylish and unique the cards/invites are and the price point is fantastic.  I am currently loving these "change of address" cards.   2.  Zodiac Watch I have loved Zodiac watches for a long time!  This summer I have been rocking the white and I can't get enough of it.  I LOVE a white watch.  It's super comfy, sporty and stylish all at the same time!  I am going to be sad to retire this watch in the winter. 3.    Target PJs If you know me you know I love some cute PJs.  I love matching PJs more than most :)  I am currently obsess

Happy Thursday peeps!  How are you?! I am excited for the weekend and an upcoming visit to Athens to see my sis, bro-in-law and nephew!  Until then I've been scouting out my favorite cold weather accessory…the perfect vest.  My love for vests is a running joke with the hubs.  For me I just feel like it's the perfect outerwear and it makes such a fun statement.   I hope you enjoy my favorite vests I've found for the fall….so far! xoxo 1.  J.Crew Factory Camo How fun is this adorable vest?  I love how comfy it looks and the fun camo.  I will pair it with black jeans and a chambray button down.  Or wear it with black jeans and a black silk top for date night.  Either way it will be in heavy rotation this fall! 2.  TopShop (for Nordstrom) Fur Vest I love, love this vest!!  It is fur but not so bulky that you will get too hot.  It will be great to throw on with a silk blouse and dress pants and head out to work.  I will also wear it to football games and holidays becau

Happy Tuesday!!   I hope all my lovely readers are having an amazing week and enjoying August.  I am squeezing every last minute out of summer.  I have also been very devoted to running and my couch to 5k program!   And because of that I have scored some functional and fun workout gear!  I hope you enjoy.  ps:  all items were purchased at Nordstrom xoxo 1.  Zella Live In Leggings These are by far my fav leggings!!  I love how wonderful they feel and the fun colors they come in.  I wear these leggings so often the hubs has started to make comments :)  But I don't care they are the best!  2.  Hard Tail Yoga Pants I am loving and living in these hard tail yoga pants this summer!  I absolutely wear them to yoga and pilates but also around the house with the hubs old fratty t-shirts!  I bought them in black but I am dying to have them in white as well :)  3.  Nike Dri-Fit Tanks   Nike Dri-Fit Tanks are my favorite thing in my workout d

How are all my lovely readers today?!  I am relishing these last days of summer!  I feel like the fall is going to be here in the blink of an eye.  I hope you enjoy this edition of what's what! xoxo 1.  Equipment I am really loving everything Equipment these days.  They have been perfect this summer.  However the dress and top are precious and will absolutely work in the fall as well.  I will throw the top on with black jeans and wear the dress with boots.  I snagged both of these items on shop bop.   2.   Yummy Wine My mom and I have been loving all things Rose this summer.  She found the perfect Rose that isn't too sweet and goes with all my favorite summer dishes.  This wine has been in heavy rotation lately. 3.  70s on 7 I love, love my sirius xm radio.  I have been listening to the 70s channel constantly.  Something about all the James Taylor and Rolling Stones tunes makes me feel like summer will never end.  Emily starts danci

Hello fashionistas! How are you?!  Did you hit up the nordstrom anniversary sale?!  PLEASE tell me you did.  If not not worries they still have the most amazing fall items you need to add to your wardrobe.   Here are my fall favorites that are making me itch for pumpkin bread, fall leaves, crisp air and football! xoxo (full disclosure everything I purchased was from Nordstrom) 1.  Vince Sweater How perfect is this sweater?!  I love the cream color and the perfect fit.  It will be amazing with jeans and cowboy boots.  Or cords and ankle boots.  It truly is my favorite sweater of the season! 2.  Halogen Chambray Shirt How amazing is this top?!  There is a similar one at J.Crew Factory but this one totally won my heart.  Everytime I wear it someone comments on it.  Right now I wear it with white jeans but during the fall I will throw on some grey jeans and boots with it.  This will be my go to fall top! 3.  The Perfect Black Jeans I am always on the

How are my beautiful readers today?! Can you believe it's August?!  Where did the summer go?  I swear I cannot even handle how fast time flies.   I'm preparing for our last beach trip by planning matching outfits for Emily and our cute nephew Gray (don't judge me).  Also, I've snapped up some cute, lightweight tops that will be perfect for summer dinners at the beach. Enjoy! xoxo 1.  J.Crew Pom Pom Top I love the Crew, you love the Crew, we all do!  I may cheat on them from time to time with Joie and Equipment but I always come back to the Crew.  I'm loyal that way!   I am dying over this pom pom top that I will absolutely wear into the fall and the price isn't too shabby either. 2.  Anthro Noyo Top I'm loving a great hippie top this summer…am I alone?  This great noyo top that I got in the white( but the grey is fab as well) is one of my go to tops this summer.  I will tell you to order a size down as it is not fitted and can edge on maternity

Hello lovies?! Have you ever heard the phrase "what's old is new again?"  Well I have and I have to tell you lately I have been wearing items that remind me of growing up.  This summer has been all about comfort for me with a touch of style!  Think denim, white t's and birks.   I hope you enjoy my comfy old favorites that have become my uniform lately. xoxo ps:  for all of you interested I scored all of the items below at Nordstrom! 1.  Birkenstocks I rocked birkenstocks all through high school and probably into college as well.  A few months ago I got the itch for birkentstocks again!  So I took myself into the store and tried on several pairs of birks but ended up with my old faithfuls.  The same birks that I wore all through high school are back on my feet and better than ever! 2.  Joe's Cut Offs I love, love denim, chambray whatever you want to call it….I always have.  I spent the better part of my elementary school years in a denim d

How are all my readers today?! I have to tell you that being a new mom is full of learning, adventure, stress, joy, stress, excitement, stress and love.  I try to be an in the moment, laid back mom (and I fail miserably most of the time).  It isn't always easy but I try.   I also try to keep up with Emily's baby book and write down everything I can.  However, I fall short often, very often.  So I'm going to start posting letters to baby Em on my blog.  Maybe, one day she will read them and be proud or embarrassed either way at least I will have frozen these little moments in time. xoxo Dear Emily, You are almost 11 months old!  I am not really sure how that happened.  I feel like one day I had you swaddled in your pink miracle blanket and now you are trying to walk.  Someone once told me "the days are long but the years are short" and I know understand what that means.   You are such a fun girl!  You LOVE music.  I'm not sure I've ever been ar

How are all my lovely readers today?! I for one am loving the cooler weather we have been having.  It has been perfect for running outdoors and for busting out some of my favorite fashion items! Enjoy! xoxo 1.  My Chuck Taylors I have to tell you that I fought the chuck's for a while and now I honestly don't know why!  I love throwing them on with jeans and a comfy tee and running errands.  Secretly, they remind me of keds and no one loved their keds more than me :)  I also love how they are bright white and super comfy!!   2.  Free People Top If you follow me on Instagram you have probably seen me wearing this adorable free people top!!  It is super comfy and I love the blue color.  I wear it all the time with cut-offs and white jeans.  It's been the perfect addition to my summer wardrobe. 3.  Current Elliott Jeans Are my absolute favorite jeans!!  I have a pair in grey and leopard and recently added the distressed stiletto to my collection.

How are all my lovely readers doing today?! I have to tell you that a few weeks ago I left my make up bag at the beach and I almost died!!!  Luckily I was able to get it back and in the mean time I hit up the local CVS (because they have an amazing beauty club) and made the best of it!   I couldn't be more excited to have my make up bag in my hot little hands and share with you some of my new favorites items that actually stay on your face/lips/eyes! xoxo 1.  Revlon Color Stay Powder I am always looking for long lasting, natural looking make up!  Does it exist?  :)  Well I found a great new powder that stays put in Revlon color stay powder.  I really love how great it looks when it goes on and that it stays put for hours.  The packaging isn't too shabby either! 2.  YSL Lip Liner Number 13 I love a great lip liner!!  I mean who doesn't :)  I love, love YSL lip liner number 13.  It's a great nude and stays on FOREVER.  If you are lookin