Puffer Vest Probs

September 29, 2016

Hi. My name is Ashli and I have a Puffer Vest problem.

one | two | three | four | five

There, now that I have that out in the open, let me share my latest fall fashion finds with you.

The Puffer Vest is such a versatile piece. They are hardy, meaning an investment in one is well worth it. They last! Years and years, might I add, so don’t go out of style. Okay?

I love how they provide the outerwear layer that is needed in the fall. You know, when the temperatures are in between. It is too warm for a coat, yet there is enough of a chill in the air to need an additional layer.

Let’s not forget, they are cute! Yes, they can be paired with gingham, chambray, plaid, you name it. I love how I can mix and match with tops in my closest and wear one vest in multiple ways.

The only problem I see is that I am obsessed; therefore, I can’t stop shopping and buying! Now I see these five options for this fall fashion season and I am torn on which to invest in. Decisions, decisions.

So, which is your favorite? Comment below or share a link! Am I crazy? Don’t answer that.

Happy Shopping!

Fashion Finds Fall Round-Up

August 31, 2016

Ah, a week ago the cool crisp air of Fall snuck in on us. We turned off the air conditioner and fans, opened the windows and let Mother Nature do her thang, thang to cool the home oh natural. Then BAM – she was all like, “Oh, Summer I am not done with you yet! What were you thinking girl?”

I like to think Mother Nature is a virtual woman with high heels, long nails and serious attitude.

So, now it is HOT. It is humid. And, my dear little Lo is constantly sticky and sweaty from running in these temps.

Here is the thing, Mother Nature is going to snap her fingers with those long red nails and Fall is going to return. While shopping for leggings, boots and sweaters may make you cringe as you fight the beads of sweat that drip from your face, now is the time to snag those adorable fall outfits.

And, by adorable, I am talking about kids clothes. We do it all for the kids, people. Right? RIGHT!

My Lo girl has no idea how much time I spend looking through retailers websites and racks for her. I am the type of shopper that buys pieces. A piece here, a piece there and soon an outfit is created. To help you and even me, I styled from my favorite retailers and created the Toddler Fall Fashion Round-Ups below.

OLD NAVY

Hat – 10.00 | Dress – 12.55 | Fur Vest – 22.00 | Boots – 26.94 | Jeans – 11.84

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Lo Fashion Finds: Swimsuit Season

July 2, 2016

My little Lo bug is enjoying this sweet summertime season. She is definitely a child of nature. She loves being outside. Playing with bubbles, picking my flowers, drawing across the sidewalk with chalk, eating that same sidewalk chalk, swinging at the playground, jumping in the cool pool waters or taking a leisurely stroll through a local park grounds. This little girl was made to explore and roam Mother Nature.

I love that about her!

Last Spring, I started a new Blog Series (you can view Here) series focused on her and her incredibly since of toddler fashion. I mean, we have had to sit her down many times and talk about her online shopping problem. She just stares at us. Sometimes jumping up and just shacking her head “no.” We will have to work with her.

As the summer season is now part of our lives. The heat, the sun, the layers of sunscreen, and pool pruning, I decided to share some great Toddler Fashion, swimsuit season finds.

All of these are, Lo approved!

One – 11.00 | Two – 22.78 | Three – 9.00 | Four – 12.99 | Five – 8.88 | Six – 13.99 | Seven – 8.99

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Bauble Bar Sitewide Sale – Jewelry Finds

May 21, 2016

I am a jewelry junkie. There I admitted it. I threw it out into the universe so that it won’t come back to me.

You stick me in a store and give me a $100 bill and tell me, “You cannot leave until you spend that money.” First, wouldn’t that be a dream? Second, I will be walking out with jewelry.

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Swimsuit Fashion Picks

April 30, 2016

Hello, Friends and Happy Saturday. It is a cold, miserable, rainy weekend here in our neck of the woods. Nathan spent the majority of the day working his family’s Garden Center which officially opened for the season, and Lo and I managed to work around the house cleaning up from the week, catching up on laundry and dishes, throwing sweatshirts over our PJ’s and heading to the local post office before it closed, and delivering lunch to Daddy and the family working. Don’t worry, we managed to change out of our PJ’s before lunch delivery.

My dear younger cousin gets married in a few short weeks and my pale pink bridesmaid gown is begging for me to use some self tanner if this sunshine won’t return. So, when I think of sunshine and tan and the June nuptials, my mind turns to summer and sand and you know, a drink in my hand.

Post baby swimsuit shopping = torture. Actually, pre baby, swimsuit shopping equaled torture. I would love to know if any female in their right mind enjoys? I suspect the only that do, are 16 and 17 year olds and then a huge gap to the Victoria Swimsuit model category. And, that is because they are being paid for it. Oh, and have great abs, ya know!

It is a necessary evil really. One must trade in the painful fluorescent fitting room lights in exchange for suitable attire for Mother Nature’s warm, natural sunlight glow.

H&M – 34.99 | Forever 21 – 14.90 + 12.90 | ModCloth – 49.99 | Banana Republic – 98.00 | Nordstrom – 129.00

So, these are five unique swimsuits I am eyeing up for this summer season. I tried to share different styles and price points. I suggest buying early. You can order in, try on from the comfort of your own home and exchange for a better size or style, all before Summer days return.

Happy Shopping!

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Lo’s Fashion Finds: Spring Round-Up

April 23, 2016

My little lady doesn’t even realize it, but her closet, it is better than mine. It is funny because I think how much my pre-baby habits have morphed. For example, I use to be a beyond-control worry wart. Possibly Hypochondriac. No, not possibly, I was. But, ever since I had Lo, those worries that use to exist about myself, now are all placed upon her. I worry about a rash on her skin that developed overnight, or a random bruise that I try to examine and determine the date and location of the fall. Fevers, mean I break out mad Googling skills and when she truly is sick, well, I don’t sleep. So, the same kind of goes for clothes / shopping obsession.

Pre-baby, I could spend an hour browsing racks at TJMaxx, store hopping at the mall or outlets and perusing online slaes. Today, well, I go right to the baby / toddler sections whether it is in-store or online. I giggle over the stylish pieces that I feel like I would wear and I check in weekly (okay, maybe daily) for Hunter Boots to have a Kids Sale. My style obsession now is placed upon her.

Guess what? She could care less! It is Momma who gets the kicks.

I am practical though. I realize how quickly she is growing out of these clothes and how quickly these great finds get ruined from outdoor play or her new fondness for ketchup.

So, I thought I would start a new series on the Blog called Lo’s Fashion Finds.

This Spring, so many great retailers are crushing it in terms of style, comfort and price. And, despite what you may think, comfort for Lo is most important, followed by price for Momma and then style. You have to make it work for you, people.

One – 19.99 | Two – 12.99 | Three – 20.94 | Four – 8.88 | Five – 29.90 | Six – 10.00 | Seven – 34.95

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Sales Alert: Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale

December 29, 2015

It is Nordstrom’s Annual Half Yearly Sale, which means if any energy and/or money is left from the holiday season, you are are probably perusing the sale items. And, sale items there are. From North Face to Philosophy and Kendra Scott to Michael Kors, so many great fashion finds, so many great deals. If only my bank account was much larger for me to buy for myself. Sigh!

I think next holiday season I may just tell the hubby to wait and let me fill my cart during the sale.

Here is what I am eyeing up.

Nordstrom – Half-yearly sale (prices as marked) + free shipping & free returns on all orders. Ends 1/3/2016.

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SALE ALERT – TOMS Season is Always in Season

November 27, 2015

SALE ALERT – Open post for an extra 10% off and free shipping!

I have always been a TOMS fan. To be 100% honest, their mission and messaging caught my attention but the true obsession began after I bought my first pair and I realized how comfortable the shoes were and the quality of their make.

TOMS mission… #OneForOne. For every purchase you make, TOMS will help someone in need. It all started with shoes. Basically when you bought a pair of shoes, someone in need received a pair from TOMS. To this date TOMS has provided 45 million shoes to someone in need. Now their mission has expanded to sight, water, safe birth and kindness. Learn more Here.

When Baby Lo was born, I bought her very first pair. And, because I am that Mom, I bought myself a matching pair and we took a moment for a photo op. See above. Oh, child, you are so fun.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide for Her

November 12, 2015

You know what kind of girl I am? I am the set my alarm at 4 am to hit the stores on Black Friday kind of girl. Yep! The “what was I thinking?” when the alarm goes off at 3:00 am, but, as soon as I get that first coffee in, it is like I am off to the races.

I don’t head out for AMAZING deals. I don’t head out to wait in long lines for the “must have” door busters. Instead, I think it is all about the act of tradition that we (me and my shopping buddies) love.
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Columbus Day Sales Alerts

October 12, 2015

In 1492 Columbus sailed the ocean blue looking for the perfect Fall Flannel, jewels and shoes!

I refuse to get into the Columbus Day debate on the Blog. Don’t know what I am talking about? Just Google Columbus Day and you will see. Instead, I plan on discussing the Columbus Day holiday for the pure fact that many retail stores mark the three-day weekend with sales, which there are many! Here is a roundup of great sales from my favorite retailers.

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