Carrie Bradshaw Lied

The Arch of Cabo San Lucas

L to R: Jenn of Haute off the Rack | Krystal of A Pinch of Lovely | yours truly | Nikki of My Style Diaries

When we were in Mexico we teamed up with Blue Sky Cabo for the most incredible sunset boat ride to see The Arch. While Christian grew up boating casually here and there with his family, I definitely didn’t, so I still get so excited to see all the boats and yachts on the Newport Harbor when we paddleboard. I couldn’t stop thinking about him when we were cruisin’ around, and now I can’t wait to go back to take him on the same sunset cruise – maybe one of the most romantic experiences I’ve had with a crew of girlfriends!

That being said, if my guy couldn’t be there, I can’t think of a better group of friends to experience this with. I love this group of girls so much and am so thankful for the Internet being able to bring me together with a group of friends I would have never otherwise met. In fact, we are all currently in New York for Fashion Week together! Love ’em, and so very thankful for a group of ambitious women who continue to support each other and encourage each other. That can sometimes be hard to find, so I most definitely don’t take it for granted.

photos by Taylor Cole

A big thank you to Blue Sky Cabo for this amazing experience – I will definitely be back.

And to those of you fancy pants people who grew up sailing and boating – indulge me. I want to hear about your favorite experience! Thanks so much for reading – XO

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That Blue Door

You know you’re a blogger gal when you pass a set of fabulous doors and practically yell, “stop the car!” There were many oohs and aahs when we passed these beautiful doors and Cabo yet again reminded me to make a mental note to step out of my comfort zone with doors whenever we own a home.

This floral maxi dress is the perfect kind of maxi to wear barefoot in the cobblestone streets, sandals in hand, exploring the town. These photos just make me want to pack a bag and head back to Mexico!

photos by Taylor Cole

Thanks so much for reading! XO –

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Red Maxi Dress

When I saw the back of this maxi dress, I knew it had to be mine. I love a low-back or backless maxi dress, and maxi dresses are actually one of Christian’s favorite things I wear. I am forever grateful for that because I find them so comfortable and perfect for getaways when I want to look stylish but feel comfortable enough for any adventure. Lucky for you guys – this dress is currently marked down to only $25!

I felt this beauty needed an easy belt to pull everything together, and this simple belt has been my go-to for belting all kinds of dresses this summer. I also think this dress would look so cute with a chambray shirt knotted at the waist!

photos by Taylor Cole

Thanks so much for reading and I hope all of you are enjoying a nice, long Labor Day weekend. Don’t forget to check out some of the serious sales going on right now! XO –

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Labor Day SALES

Because every holiday brings a sale, I couldn’t resist sharing some sweet deals! If you’re looking to freshen up your closet with some fall staples or snag some awesome summer pieces at a major discount – happy shopping!

Ann Taylor: 50% off select full-price and all sale styles with code HAPPY50 through 9/6

Anthropologie: 30% off with code EXTRA30

Banana Republic: 40% off entire purchase with code BRFALL through 9/8

BaubleBar: 50-60% off select styles through 9/7

Bloomingdale’s: 20-70% off select items through 9/7

Club Monaco: 40% off sale and clearance with code NOTOVERYET through 9/7

Furbish: 15% off site wide including new arrivals and sales with code LABORDAY through 9/7

GAP: 40% off everything

Hotels.com: $50 off when you spend $300 or more with code labor50

J.Crew Factory: 50% off everything through 9/7

J.Crew: 30% off your order of $125+ with code GETSHOPPING through 9/9

Kate Spade: 25% all sale items with code DELIGHT through 9/7

LOFT: 30% off fall arrivals and extra 50% off summer styles

Madewell: take 30% off fall essentials and sale through 9/7

NastyGal: extra 30% off sale items through 9/7

Nordstrom: save up to 40% on sale items until 9/13

Old Navy: up to 60% off everything

Pottery Barn & Pottery Barn Kids: 10% off 100$ or more 15% off $250 or more 20% off $500 or more 25 off $1000 or more with code SAVEMORE through 9/7

River Island: 25% off everything with code LABOR2015

SAKS: up to 75% off the summer sunset sale through 9/7

West & Lou: 30% off with code LABORDAY

West Elm: 10% off 100$ or more 15% off $250 or more 20% off $500 or more with code SAVEMORE through 9/7

Thanks so much for reading! XO –

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Black Ankle Boots

It might still feel like summer, but when September rolls around, out come the ankle boots, scarves and vests. This sleeveless trench (similar style worn here and here) is such a perfect piece for me because it brings in the fall vibes without making me schvitz like cray.

For example, when Christian snapped these photos this weekend we were having a heat wave and it was a breezy… 98 degrees. No big deal. I’ve worn a similar look before with strappy sandals during summer, but pairing this look with this sleek Isola ankle boots definitely takes this look to a transitional fall ensemble, and it makes me want to light a pumpkin scented candle and watch Ole Miss football.

I can’t believe I just said that. Clearly I’m getting carried away, there’s no way I really meant that.

Are you guys also addicted to the sleeveless trench and ankle boots? I have a vintage Burberry trench but I find myself wearing this one 10x more, go figure. Thanks so much for reading! XO –

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Wednesday Wish List: Labor Day

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10

I can’t believe Labor Day is this weekend, whaaaaat!? As much as I’d like to say I’m going to be spending it at the pool, I actually will be spending it trying to pack my entire closet into a suitcase for New York Fashion Week. So today I put together a fun wish list for those of you that are planning to spend some time in the sun!

There are some seriously great sales going on for swimwear for any of you looking to snag a great swimsuit for next summer – so I would definitely get on that. I also recently spotted this bag and couldn’t believe how cute it was for the affordable price – summer steal!

Tell me what your weekend plans are – I’d love to hear! Maybe it will make me ditch my packing to catch some rays. Thanks so much for reading! XO –

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Blue Romper

One of my favorite things about our trip to Cabo was oodling over all of the interesting homes and even better – the adorable doors in the neighborhood! I mean… it made me realize how uncreative I am when it comes to front doors. There were all kinds of arches, knobs, colors, textures, sizes… some were so tiny I only wished Christian had been there to limbo his 6’3″ body through it. This would have brought me great joy.

I borrowed this adorbs romper from my girlfriend Krystal and I should have snatched it behind her back to take back home to California because it’s the cutest! I think it’s just as cute with an open, loose linen shirt and flip flops by the pool.

photos by Taylor Cole

Thanks so much for reading! More Cabo pics to come – XO –

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Cabo Girls Trip

If you follow me on Instagram or Snapchat (CBLied) or saw this past Friday’s Five, you saw that I recently traveled to Cabo San Lucas with some of my blogger friends to stay at Shop BellaC’s private home, “Casa Verde,” which is located at the top of Pedregal in Cabo San Lucas.

I have been to Mexico several times but never to Cabo, so this was such a fun opportunity to see a new part of the country. The home (which I felt was a castle it was so enormous!) was absolutely stunning and I was on a floor by myself conveniently located 12 steps from the home gym so I took that as a sign to exercise which I managed to do twice (a miracle), so cheers! These outfit photos are are linked at carriebradshawlied.socialroot.co if you want to shop anything in the photos! All you have to do is move your cursor over the image and the links should appear to click on.

Some of my favorite parts of the trip and recommendations for anyone traveling to Cabo:

Lunch (and dinner) at Bar Esquina, the restaurant within the Bahia Hotel
Lunch and a beach day at Hacienda
A private tour and dinner at Flora Farms – so beautiful, a full post coming soon! Adam Levine actually was married here and they came back to visit last summer for their first year anniversary.
An incredibly beautiful sunset boat ride to The Arch, something I wish Christian had been able to enjoy with us because it was so breathtaking.
Appetizers and drinks at Lorenzillo’s on the water before the boat ride.
A lazy afternoon drinking margaritas at a swing bar, Baja Cantina. Yes – a bar surrounded by swings – no wonder we spend so much time there! And then did a little shopping at the markets under the influence, no regrets.
A private dinner at Templo Cabo – such a fun drink and dinner pairing while listening to live music. A perfect way to spend our last night.
Dessert at Señor Sweets – they were closed by the time we made it there, but it was highly recommended!
Dinner at Edith’s – also closed for the off-season when we were there, but highly recommended.
The Office – again, closed for the off-season but looked so fun!

kimono from ShopBellaC

photo by Taylor Cole Photo

dress from ShopBellaC, currently sold out

Stay tuned for more outfit posts from the trip coming soon! Thank you guys for all of your kind words and suggestions on Instagram – we used several of your recommendations!

Thanks so much for reading – XO –

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Friday’s Five

– coffee by the pool –

– my Cabo souvenir because obviously I can never say no to a cute tote –

– the view from my bedroom for a week –

– cocktail tasting at the Bahia Hotel –

– the most beautiful water that I loved being able to get in (the Pacific Ocean is so cold!) –

Oh my goodness I don’t even know where to start! I recently stayed in a beautiful private home in Pedregal owned by the fabulous team behind ShopbellaC with my blogger girlfriends Haute off the Rack, A Pinch of Lovely, My Style Diaries and Taylor Cole. We at the best time playing in town and lounging at the pool, and there will be a full trip recap on the blog on Monday!

I wanted to share some snippets from the week that were some of my favorite parts of the trip. If you were following along on Snapchat (CBLied), you saw that the views were breathtaking. Can you imagine cooking dinner every night with a full view of the ocean in Cabo? I mean… a dream.

I am happy to be back in California with Christian and our three and four-legged children, but I ~~think~~ know that I will be dreaming of these views for quite a while.

Have any of you been to Cabo recently? I’d love to hear what you thought! It was my first time visiting that particular area of Mexico and I loved all of the markets and restaurants. We sat at a bar that was surrounded by swings for hours – a swing bar! I mean… GENIUS. Thanks so much for reading you guys! XO –

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Back to School Style

School is back in sesh!! I can’t believe summer has breezed by so quickly, but let’s be honest – who isn’t ready for some fall styles? I always feel ready for the boots, scarves and sweaters… even when it’s not quite ready, know what I’m sayin’? SO, similar to this post when I shared my back to school picks, this is definitely my kind of back to school outfit.

When you’re heading back to school you want to look put together but effortless – like you didn’t spend the time laying out all of your accessories on the floor and making sure your nail polish matches your handbag.

What? I never did that…

I recently discovered Monsoon and they have so many great staples. With a great pair of high-waisted black skinny jeans, classic peep toe booties and an everyday chambray, you can put together so many outfits and I styled them three different ways – simple + chambray around the waist + a simple scarf.

Thanks so much for reading and any of you students – you know you have to tell me what you decided to wear on your first day back! XO –

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Wednesday Wish List

1 | 2 | 3 (comes in 4 colors!) | 4 | 5 | 6 (comes in 12 colors!) | 7 | 8 (on sale!) | 9 | 10 (comes in 3 colors!)

Transitional fall pieces are really important to me now more than ever living in California… because it’s never really fall. You want to look the part but let’s be honest, who wants to sweat? SO, transitional fall pieces are the key to looking seasonally appropriate while still feeling comfortable with the heat of early fall.

This camisole comes in 12 colors and I have 4 AND the white crop top version. So classic and simple, it goes with everything. Cute booties and a denim jacket are another way to quickly change a sundress to a fall look.

These are just my picks for my favorite essential transitional fall pieces – what are yours? I take all the tips I can get, because dressing for one season all year can be challenging!

Also – you guys should know that BaubleBar is having a sale on ear jackets today through 8/28. When you buy two you get 20% off and when you buy 3+ you get 30%. Not bad!

Thanks so much for reading – XO –

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Gingham Off the Shoulder Top

I am all about dressing for yourself. Always have been. When I was younger, my artist mom always told us, “dare to be different,” and sometimes I took that a little too literal. I’ve always loved fashion and have been playing dress up my entire life – SO when you dare to be different, sometimes you miss the mark, but I never regret it!

All of this being said, my sister has a three year-old daughter who is my mini-me. If you follow on Snapchat (CBLied), you probably saw that cute curly haired little girl when they were visiting a few weekends ago! I dressed myself in this outfit and asked Harper if I looked cute. From one fashionista to another, she eyed me up and down and said, “no.”

What does that kid know? She’s three.

top c/o | shorts – super old Levi’s, most similar pair I could find here, also love these | mules – sold out, nearly identical here (so identical I have a pair of them too and LOVE them!) | sunnies, sold out but these come in a ton of colors and are only $15! | bag c/o – under $40! | earrings c/o | lip in Temper

Never let anyone tell you that you don’t look awesome when you feel great, right? #WWCD (What Would Carrie Do?). Sidenote: this also reminds me of when Christian and I had been dating a few years and he finally said, “I don’t like it when you wear hats.” Of course my jaw dropped and I answered with, “but my mom says I look great in hats.” HAHA – I actually still use that line almost any time someone jokingly critiques me – the “but my mom says I look great in _____.” That’s what mom’s are for, to be your #1 fan.

Thanks so much for reading! XO –

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Blue Romper

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Back to School Style

Wednesday Wish List

Gingham Off the Shoulder Top