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And Just A Few More Sale Picks

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Shopbop Buy More Save More sale picks 1. Blush Suede Mules  2. Tory Burch Shoulder Bag  3. Blush Mirrored Aviator  4. White Distressed Girlfriend Jean  5. V-Neck Caftan  6. Embroidered Bell Sleeve Top  7. Embroidered Crossbody Bag – already 50% off  8. Suede Booties – already 70% off  9. Long Sleeve Striped Top  10. Oversized Tortoiseshell Sunglasses – Designer Favorite  11. Oversized White Button-Down  12. Faux Leather Mini Duffel – already 40% off  13. Tassel Ankle Wrap Sandals

If you haven’t checked in on the blog yet this week (I mean, where have you been?), I’ve been yammering on (and on and on) about the Shopbop Buy More, Save More sale, and today, I’m going back in.  But I promise it’s all for good reason!  I first posted about it here and then chose a few more favorites here, and I shopped the sale myself on the very first day.  (I’ll be receiving my goodies today and CAN’T FREAKING WAIT.)  But then I found myself browsing the site once again and realized that I missed so many things.  So many things.  Annnd they’ve added in some new arrivals!  Is it bad if I place another order today?  Shopbop sale, round two?  Good idea or bad idea?  Of course it’s a good idea, you guys are so supportive.  So today I’m sharing some of the things that I missed earlier, and I’m for sure, for sure ordering number 7.  And probably number 9 because I can never have too many basic stripes.  And then maybe number 13 because how great would they be paired back with number 7?  Decisions, decisions, may the shopping force be with you.

xoxo

One Hell of a Year

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2016-4And just like that, y’all, 2016 has come and (almost) gone.  Just bananas, I tell ya.  While I’m well aware that there are quite a few 2016 haters out there (a lot went down this year), I have to say that personally, it was one hell of a year around here.  This year I married my best buddy and started on our first year of marriage.  After all of last year’s planning and prepping and dreaming and more planning, our wedding celebration was everything we could have hoped for, and we still look back on the day ALL the time.  This year we bought our first home and started the long journey of gutting it, remodeling, and putting in our own personal touches.  The first phase got us moved in and counting our blessings, and the second phase has just begun around here.  (Here’s looking at you, Spring 2017.)  This year I experienced my first cruise with the best gals, headed back to New York for Fashion Week (twice! – BRRR! That first trip was a COLD one.), ventured a bit more around California, and had a bachelorette weekend to remember with an amazing bunch.  This year was trying at its worst and amazing at its best, and I’ve got nothing but love looking back at the goals and milestones reached in 2016.  And you guys!  Nothing, nothing, nothing but love for you guys for continuing to follow along on this journey and supporting me more than you ever know along the way.  I started this blog back in 2011 as a way to chat all things clothing, shoes, bags, beauty, travel, and anything in between with fellow fashion lovers, and you guys have given me five amazing years (and counting!) of doing just that.  To the amazing readers that constantly come back, leave comments, and give the best feedback; to the brands that I’ve been SO lucky to work with this year; to the beyond talented photographers that I now call friends; and to the local spots that I just can’t get enough of, here’s one giant THANK YOU from me to you.  I can’t keep this little blog going without all of you, and I couldn’t be more thankful for this little safe space in the craziness of 2016.  So cheers to you guys, and cheers to 2017 – let’s kick this one off with a bang, shall we?

xoxo

P.S. – For any outfit details and photographer info, just click the photos in this post to check out the original post.

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Keeping Cool in Coolchange

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Day number 4,387 of the heat wave around here, and the keeping cool struggle is so real.  But just when I think that the heat is starting to get to my brain, I think back on the couple of mid-July weeks that I spent in New Orleans and Miami, and I’m like, what heat wave?  These photos were taken during my time in Miami where the air was toasty and the wardrobe options were limited.  I’ve since decided that this little cotton tunic from Coolchange is one of the breeziest things that I own, and along with its caftan sister, it’s been a serious go-to for keeping cool and keeping my sanity lately.  It’s just one of those perfect summer dresses that weighs nothing and works every time.  The studded sandals are probably my most worn kicks of the summer, and I can’t get enough of this tasseled crossbody.  Happy Monday, friends, and hope everyone is keeping cool this week.

xoxo

Photos thanks to Kristen

LiketoKnow.it Update

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insta - 1 (3) Levi’s shorts;  Lilly Pulitzer top (c/o);  sandals (under $30!);  bag;  Baublebar necklace;  sunglasses insta 1 BCBG caftan;  Kayu clutch;  Julie Vos long necklace, short necklace, cuff, and bracelets My Style Diaries on Instagram Crate & Barrel nesting bowls;  stemless wine glasses;  marble pastry board insta - 1 (2) Levi’s jeans;  Dolce Vita mules;  Rebecca Minkoff denim bag;  TLC&You woven bag insta 2 Nike dress and sneakers;  denim jacket;  Henri Bendel bag insta 5 Fine Floutas towel;  cabi scarf;  Brixton hat;  Hayden Reis bag;  Kayu shell clutch;  Yosi Samra flip flops;  Supergoop sunblock kit;  Baublebar bracelets insta 3 Bedroom rug;  Yosi Samra palm flats and calf hair flats (c/o);  Mott & Bow jeans (c/o) insta - 1 Levi’s jeans;  Lilly Pulitzer top;  Calphalon cookware insta 6 Next swimsuit top;  cabi scarf worn as sarong;  sunglasses;  hat

Just barely Monday morning, and the post-weekend blues are coming in hot.  Anyone else wishing they could hit snooze a few hundred more times?  Uh huh, join the club, sister.  If you’ve been signed up with LiketoKnow.it, you may have noticed that you’ve stopped receiving the emails associated with it.  (And if you haven’t signed up yet, what are you waiting for?  Sign up here.)  There have been a couple of changes to Instagram lately, and with those changes, your LiketoKnow.it account needs to be re-authorized.  But don’t fret my pet, it’s a breeze to update.  All you have to do is head online and log into your account.  And don’t forget – you can always manage the settings in your account so that you receive the LiketoKnow.it emails ASAP, daily, weekly, or even never.  So in case you missed these over the past couple of weeks, today I’m rounding up a few recent Instagram shots and showing you where to get the goods.  From a cushy new bedroom rug to the comfiest pair of skinnies and even the brightest set of kitchen bowls, these are a few of my favorite things this week.

xoxo

White Delights

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Since moving to Newport Beach a few years ago, my collection of swimsuits and coverups has admittedly gotten a little out of hand, but I like to think that’s just because there are so many good ones out there these days.  Over the past year, I focused my attention on white suits and caftans because, well, it just seemed like the bridal thing to do at first and then it became a full-on obsession.  If you love a good white beach look like me, brace yourself.  Everything But Water has just launched the ultimate capsule collection full of “White Delights” and it is SO GOOD.  The collection includes bikinis, one-pieces and a few really great coverup options from some of Everything But Water’s best designers.  There’s no time like the present to snag your favorite and work on that tan because summer is just around the corner.

xoxo

Photos thanks to Taylor Cole

In My Bag: New Orleans

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New Orleans Packing List
1. Sam Edelman Eavan Gladiator  2. When in Doubt Vacation Sweatshirt  3. Deux Lux Smitten Mrs. Overnight Bag  4. Sofft Perla Wedge  5. Free People Denim Shorts  6. Nike Running Shoes  7. BCBGMaxAzria Dameka Dress  8. lucy Studio Hatha High Rise Legging  9. Gorjana Corine Cuff  10. Michael Kors Sophia Gladiator  11. Gorjana Knox Double V Pendant  12. lucy Muscle Tee  13. GiGi New York Chelsea Crossbody  14. Banana Republic Striped Drop-Waist Dress

If you’ve been following along here for the past few months or over on Instagram, you probably know that I’m currently in New Orleans for my wedding week!  It’s been a long time coming, and I can’t believe the big day is almost here.  While planning for our wedding, I spent SO much time finding the dress, the shoes, the accessories, the little things that I wanted to make our day so special.  So when it came time for packing, I was a little overwhelmed to say the least.  There were so many things I needed to remember to pack!  And then it came to planning outfits for the rest of our trip, I went for easy dresses and caftans, gladiator sandals, versatile handbags, and some of my favorite “athleisure” pieces for traveling.  And this new “Mrs.” weekender was the icing on the cake.  So today I’m sharing a few of the pieces that made it into my bag for our wedding trip to New Orleans.  Whether I forgot anything important or not?  I guess we’ll just have to wait and see.

xoxo

Becca Swimwear

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Becca swimsuit, skirt, kimono (c/o);  Prima Donna hat (c/o);  Ray-Ban sunglasses; Tkees flip flops

A couple of weeks ago we had our first real taste of summer here, and I must say, it was pretty great.  There’s really nothing like a day at the beach to make you forget about the workweek and anything else weighing on your mind.  It’s why during the summer months here I pretty much live in a swimsuit.  Every year I stock up on a few go-to suits, and over the past couple of years, they’ve all been Becca.  I seriously, seriously just love their suits.  They offer a ton of styles, prints, and colors for all sizes, including those of us who need a little more coverage on top, and they won’t break the bank.  Every print has matching coverup options, and let’s be honest, I can’t resist a good coverup or caftan.  Give me a sheer muumuu or kimono and I’m one happy girl!  What are some of your go-to swimsuit brands?

xoxo

One More From Laguna Beach

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Calypso St. Barth kaftan (c/o);  Becca swimsuit;  Banago tote (c/o);  Tkees flip flops (c/o);  Ray-Ban sunglasses;  Kendra Scott necklace and ring (c/o);  Hazen Jewelry bracelets

Today I’m sharing one final look from our staycation in Laguna Beach a few weeks ago, and looking at these photos, I WANNA GO BACK!  I had so much fun soaking up the first beach weekend with Kathleen, Krystal, and Jenn, and the weekend was only made better surrounded by beautiful clothing and accessories.  Case in point, this new favorite Calypso St. Barth kaftan that makes any beach and post-beach day better.  Paired with the newest addition to my Becca swimsuit collection (If you have boobs, this brand is THE best.), it’ll pretty much be my summer standby.  And speaking of the beach, it’s seriously calling my name today – I just may have to take the afternoon off to sun my buns.  Happy Friday, everyone!

xoxo

The Coverup

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Theodora & Callum caftan (c/o);  Bijouterie bracelets;  Vanessa Mooney ring;  Persol sunglasses

In the summertime, I’m such a sucker for anything lightweight and flowy, particularly things that pair well with a swimsuit, and this Theodora & Callum caftan is right up my alley.  As creators of some of my favorite scarves, Theodora & Callum has the easy breezy thing down, but their bold colors and prints are what I love the most.  They really do make such a statement, and I know this caftan will be a definite go-to during so many weekends (and summers) to come.  Hope everyone had a great weekend!
xoxo

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