I know it’s still 90 degrees where I am, but I’m in the pre-fall state of mind and wanted to share some of my picks for introducing a few fall vibes while still staying cool.
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This linen jumpsuit is super comfortable (I sized up one size for a loose, lounge-y fit) and comes in a variety of muted colors. I’m considering buying this top because it looks really fun and comfortable, and I’d pair it with these jeans that I already own (and buttoned for the first time this week – hooray!).
Not in the collage but worth mentioning, I bought this sweater wrap top on sale because I thought it looked super cute for an adults-only vacation we have planned in early fall. I can’t say no to something that can be worn multiple ways, LOVE.
Are you excited for a fall color palette? Would love to hear how you transition into another season while still staying cool! Thanks so much for reading – XO –
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We took these photos toward the end of April, and I have only held onto them for so long because I haven’t had the extra time until lately to really go through all of them and choose my favorites. Because they were ALL my favorites!
And because of that, I’m going to break them up into two posts. This was the main goal, to take some photos of Theo during his newborn phase, show what it was like in the spring of 2022 for our family.
Then we went outside and got a little silly… but those will come later!
Our first week of August! It’s the back-to-school season for so many, and even if you don’t have kids you can feel that energy in the air. It always feels like there are two “beginnings” of the year: January and August.
It’s not lost on me that maintaining this blog to the extent that I usually do has not been happening. It’s not that I don’t want to – writing is one of my favorite things in my life that is just for me! But I have had to put it on the back burner to stay afloat while Theo has been with me.
You guys… he is not that sleepy baby anymore. The boy has awoken and he is ready for 100% engagement for all of his waking minutes. That sleepy little baby is no longer! So fun but also most definitely cannot be bounced in a bouncer while I email for 20 minutes. He’s not going to stand for it, and he’s made that quite clear.
I made this pasta this week and wow. WOW. It tasted like it had come from a restaurant. I originally discovered this account on tik tok and then found him on Instagram also. He has a lot of rich and delicious recipes for when you want to indulge. I think this pasta would be amazing with pan-seared or grilled shrimp. Very easy and a great treat-yourself pasta!
I’m off to take my boys on an adventure. Anything involving the outdoors is going to leave us a little sweaty, but I think it’s worth it. I hope everyone has a beautiful weekend!
Thank you so much for reading and for your patience as I find my rhythm with two littles. I love my job so much. It fills me up in a unique way that leaves me feeling independent, balanced, and confident. I love my boys and being their mom, but I’m about to have much more time for my career and that is super exciting!! XO –
Everyone is heading back to school so I wanted to round up some of my favorite kids picks as we move into fall.
I won’t deny that shopping for littles is as much fun as I thought it would be. Dressing my boys has become another hobby… I love the 30 minutes they look neat and tidy after I dress them. Ha!
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I had to buy one of these princess dresses for my niece who never takes hers off. I thought it was a more breathable option she might actually get away with wearing to school!
I bought this vest and this vest for Theo and Hudson. Hudson LOVES vests and I usually buy him one every year. In the South, usually a warm vest is all you need outside of the super cold weeks in January. Bonus points if it’s reversible! And how cute are these sneakers and boots?
I have so many of these sweet knit sets that I loved on Hudson to pass down to Theo. I love them – they look as cute together as they do separately. The best.
Thanks so much for reading! XO –
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MacKenzie-Childs is currently having their annual barn sale and this year they’ve again brought it online. Which is amazing!
The sale will go through 7/31, and there are discounts up to 70% on tons of popular enamel, ceramics, decor, etc. You can see some of the pieces I have and love here and here.
Below are some of my top picks! To shop, click directly on the item or find its associated number below.
This is only over a month delayed, but I finally sat down to go through all of the photos from our recent family trip to 30A. I wanted to share my favorites and some of the links!
I saw this deviled egg hack on Tik Tok and it blew my mind. It seems so obvious, yet I had never even considered doing it!
Simply boil an egg (or two) and top each half with a little mayo and yellow mustard. Then I like to add Everything But the Bagel seasoning. Add a sweet pickle slice on top and sprinkle more seasoning.
That’s it. THAT’S IT. I’ve been having deviled eggs with cowboy caviar and chips or a salad for days. The easiest weekday snack or side.
If you try this, let me know what you think! I didn’t use Kewpie Mayo because I couldn’t find it at the grocery but considering buying it. Should I?
For more of my recipe favorites, visit the food & drink category of this site. Thanks so much for reading. XO –
Last year I shared some of the items I already own and love that are included in this year’s #NSale. They’re products I’ve already taken on a trial run and still love them. Because today is the first day of the public sale where everyone can now shop, I wanted to do the same this year, including some new items!
You can see my full round-up of the pieces I love from this year and why in this post.
I have had my Michele watch for over six years and still love it so much. It’s beautiful, you can swap out the watch straps and during this sale you can save 1k on a diamond watch. That’s incredible!
I’ve used this blow dryer for years and have no reason to replace it. It works well and I really like the attachment that helps me focus in when using a round brush.
I have been using this curling iron for around five years and really like it. I have found the 1.25″ to be the right barrel size for the loose waves I’m looking for, and it heats up really fast.
I’ve had these pants for a few years and they are classic. If I was still working in corporate America, I would have multiple pairs because they’re comfortable, flattering, work with any shoe, and are timeless. A win!
This is a new grab this year, and I love the style. The taller shaft makes them flattering with skirts and dresses, and they of course also look great with denim. I think the 3.5″ heel is perfect for a dress-up bootie!
I have four pairs of these pajamas in different colors and lengths. They are silky soft, so stretchy (I also am able to wear them throughout my pregnancies), and hold up over the years. Worth every penny and more.
I forget how many years I’ve been using these. Christian uses them too, and we love the Eucalyptus and Sandalwood scents. Clean and a tried and true item!
Both of these items are new grabs this year, and I love that the sweater comes in several colors. The slouchy fit is too good, and I think it’s a sleek and sexy piece that will be in style for years to come.
I have multiple pairs of these high-waisted ribcage jeans. They are so comfortable and I love how high-waisted they are. I’m wearing a different wash, but I love that the classic and distressed style are both included!
I mean… do these leggings even need an explanation anymore? I have had these for (I think) around seven years, also owning the maternity version. They are AMAZING.
Last year, this bra and underwear were my best sellers by a landslide. Is that not hilarious!? They are SO comfortable and while not glamorous… let’s face it. Good undergarments are the ultimate luxury.
A few years ago I finally told myself, “you work too hard to have bad underwear. If it doesn’t fit well, toss it.” I spent over $100 stocking up on nice underwear in the sale, and it was the best. I bought four more pairs this year!
And those are my favorites so far. I will be adding to this post to make sure it’s current! I’ve already placed my order for deodorant and four pairs of underwear this year, so things are getting pretty wild around here. I’d love to know what you’re shopping for! Thanks so much for reading – XO –
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The #NSale will be open to the public this Friday, 7/15, so I wanted to share my favorite picks for this year’s sale! Many of these items I have from purchases from sales in the past, so I’ll go into more detail beneath each collage.
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Investing in a quality coat can get really expensive. So if you are looking for a classic trench or wool coat, there’s no better time than the #NSale.
Everyone goes nuts over this robe. I don’t personally have it, but I do have three of their blankets, so I can only imagine how incredible it feels. The sale is always a great time to pick up pajama sets. I love these and also this loungewear set. I have bought at least three pairs of this shorts set and this long-sleeve set from the past few years. They feel amazing and hold up! I still wear all of them regularly.
I have these boots (you can see them styled here and here), and I think they’re a great grab. They look great with pants and dresses! I also love this tall pair and this moto pair that I have and is included again this year.
This adorable skort I recently wore here is on sale, along with these classic and sleek cigarette pants I’ve had for months and love. They are a staple. Chic chic chic.
I have two of these blankets for our basement and Hudson is obsessed. He knows what cabinet they’re in and constantly drags them out!
I’ve been sleeping on silk pillowcases for years. I love them for my skin and hair. I’ve used two bottles of this self-tanner and it always goes on really smoothly and natural-looking.
We’ve been using this Vitamix for at least 8 years – it lasts forever if you take care of it.
Last but not least, and not included in these collages but absolutely worth mentioning, I always stock up on bras and underwear during this sale. As lame as it sounds, good underwear adds up. So when I can stock up on my favorite briefs and hanky pankies, I’m all in. I got this bra last year and have since bought another one, it’s amazing.
This is my round-up for now but I’ll be sharing some more photos of things I have and love that are included in the next handful of days! The sale continues throughout the entire month so we’ve got a few more weeks of this, ladies. Buckle up!
Thanks so much for reading! XO –
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Christian has been using these bluetooth earbuds and loves them. They are noise canceling and also have a hear-through technology that I’ve never seen in earbuds before.
Hudson lives in his baby blue crocs. He loves them so much this is our second pair.
We LOVE our SodaStream. If you like bubbles, it’s worth it.
When we had Bailey, our yellow lab, I couldn’t have survived without our robot vacuum. It was essential! I’m a millenial air fryer lover, won’t pretend it isn’t true.
Let me know what you’re shopping for! Thanks so much for reading – XO –
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I’ve also been making rice bowls with jasmine rice, grape tomatoes, marinated chickpeas (same as this recipe), pickled red onions, avocado, lime juice, grilled corn and sometimes a green goddess dressing. That’s what I love about a rice bowl – just throw anything in there.
What do you think will be popular in fashion this fall?
Runway trends are always fun to keep an eye on. I am excited for more pops of pink, lots of knitwear layering, leather on leather, and power suits.
You can find it here. I don’t have it in my overall rugs post because I never did a formal blog post on the guest bedroom. It’s small but it does the job!
Can you share what you ask for from your colorist for color?
I usually just show her pictures of what I like and trust her expertise. I’ve found that you get what you pay for. So I splurge on hair color because I’ve been burned before, and it’s worth it to go to someone who has a lot of experience!
I would also recommend checking out their social media feed to make sure you like the end result of what they share. You can also reference photos of their own client photos that you like!
Right now I’m using Bondi Boost HG Shampoo & Conditioner. I have also been taking Nutrafol to hopefully curb some of the postpartum hormonal hair loss.
Thank you so much for sharing your questions and for reading! If you have any to submit for the next round, please leave them in the comments. XO –
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A common question I got in a recent Q&A on Instagram was about gold jewelry, my layering favorites and go-to pieces. So I thought I would center this week’s wish list around some gold jewelry picks and what I’m loving that’s available right now!
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I have had two sets of these bracelets for three years, and I wear them nonstop. They’re waterproof, soundproof, and weightless because they’re actually rubber. But they look so much nicer than that!
I have and love this locket, this Greek Aphrodite necklace, and this dog tag necklace (with an H + T engraved in it). I wear all three all the time, they are so beautiful. I love this simple necklace as a layering piece too.
I splurged on these earrings when Shopbop was having a sale and I wear them a lot. I have five ear piercings, so these are moved around quite a bit in different spots! I’ve also bought a few pairs of these inexpensive hoops and they are lightweight and super easy. They do eventually turn but… you get what you pay for.
Lastly, I love this ring and this one (I have this one). They give you that chunky gold ring that makes a statement but still goes with everything.
Do you have any gold pieces you find yourself reaching for time and time again? Would love to know about them. Thanks so much for reading – XO –
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