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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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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Get Your Shop On – Labor Day Sales

September 7, 2015

Happy Labor Day, folks!

If you have a clingy baby who is into pulling hair, screaming at the sight of strangers and becoming a daredevil who jumps at the chance to lunge herself out of her stroller (no seriously) then you are not shopping! Nope, you’re not.

So, thank you digital shopping cart! I can even buy those earrings and jeans on my cell phone as a dash across the room to save her from putting that piece of dirt that is invisible to the adult eye but baby radar vision can pick-up up on and place in mouth. I mean seriously we just mastered tray to mouth baby puff food eating, how in the heck she finds pieces of food, dirt, fuzz, etc is beyond me.

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February Favorites

February 28, 2015

It is the last day of February! Hard to believe that we are heading into March, but to be honest, I am looking forward to the flip of the calendar as we enter a new month. We are one step closer to Spring… one step closer to temperatures above freezing… one step closer to not having to scrape car windows… one step closer to busting out flip flops! Man, I miss those flip flops.

If you have been following my Blog, you know that I am a New Mommy. We hit the 10 week old mark today which translates to – “Mommy, is starting to get the hang of this thing.” With that comes some new found personal time to start pampering myself again. Even if pampering means a 10 minute shower and 10 minutes of quiet, peaceful bathroom time alone to focus on me. I will take what I can get!

1 – Well-Rested Face and Eye Brightener – I strategically made this favorite item #1 on my list. I mean the name speaks for itself. A 24-hour span goes something like this… (starting at 8 pm) feed baby, put baby to bed, do some dishes,check baby, lay out items for work, check on baby, pack baby’s diaper bag for sitter, check on baby, brush teeth, check on baby, go to bed myself, wake up because baby cooed or made a new sound in sleep, back to sleep, wake up to crying baby, change baby, feed baby, put baby back to bed, lay awake staring at ceiling worrying about something, fall asleep, wake up to baby crying, change baby, feed baby, debate whether to go back to bed or just get up for the day, get up for the day, leave for work, work, multiple calls and texts checking on baby, lunch, work, drive home, pick-up baby, cuddle baby, feed baby, put baby down for nap, eat part of dinner until baby wakes, feed baby, change baby, bath baby, cuddle time and REPEAT. Yes… there are bags under my eyes! This product is amazing.

2 – Bed Head Colour Goddess Oil Infused Shampoo – The first and foremost reason I love this product is simply due to its scent. It oozes sweet caramel and I melt. My hair has never been smoother and it leaves a great shine. But again, back to its scent… while it is made for your hair, I have been tempted just to use as a body wash, because it smells that good!

3 – C.O. Bigelow – Vanillamint Supreme – I am a sucker for lip gloss. Always have been and probably always will be. I have never been a lipstick kind of girl. I feel most comfortable with a balm and if I am feeling extra fancy just give me the gloss. This product provides great lip moisturizer, includes a breath freshener and leaves a great walk-out-the-door, I really am trying, shine.

4 – Mary Kay Oil-Free Makeup Remover – Add this to a cotton ball, give your face and eyelids a few swipes and you have yourself a shiny clean face. I will admit I was a go to bed in makeup kind of girl, until I was introduced to Mary Kay’s Makeup Remover. I think I may have even heard my pores screaming when I would use a wet wash cloth and body bar soap to scrub away the daily grime. Thankfully those were my old ways. Plus, this product is hypoallergenic and great for those with sensitive skin.

5 – Essie’s Miss Fancy Pants – This is such a chic color and it reminds me of Spring. Essie while pricier than most nail polishes is just a better nail polish quality. It always lasts longer on my nails. Also, if you are currently pregnant, Essie is considered a “safe” nail polish to use. So, schedule that pedicure! And, to all, if you are looking for a good laugh… do yourself a favor and read this Buzzfeed article, One Man’s Attempt To Guess Nail Polish Names. It will leave you chuckling out loud and in tears.

Happy February!

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Pantone’s Spring Fashion Report… Style Looks

March 17, 2014

Spring officially arrives March 20th; however, I am kind of annoyed with Spring’s mother. You know her, right? Mother Nature. I mean at this point I think either A) She clearly plays favorites to her children and apparently Winter has her heart or B) She has some weird sense of humor and gets great pleasure out of watching us switch from flip flops one day to snow boots the next, all while sniffling and sneezing.

Sometimes we all must take matters into our own hands, and at this point I am sticking my nose up in the air at Mother Nature. If you won’t give me the sunshine and warmer temps I need to physically feel like Spring is actually near, then I will trick my mind into believing Winter is on its way out and my old friends, Spring and Summer are coming out to play.

I have already redecorated my home. Removing all traces of Winter. Spring florals and candle scents have now taken its place. I actually did that a few weeks ago and Mother Nature reared her ugly head at me and gave a few more shots of Winter.

So, I attempt again… as I write this and stare out my window at the SNOW that covers the green grass that was there this weekend. That white, white, white, white, okay some dirty from the road, white, white, white SNOW. I need some color in my life. Catch my drift? Along with all the wonderful things Spring brings, what I think I am missing the most is the return of great Spring fashion and fun Spring colors.

So, here we go… let’s forget what is actually outside our windows and begin mentally preparing for spring. Please let me introduce you to Pantone’s Spring 2014 Fashion Report!

Photo courtesy of Pantone.com

Each year Pantone puts together its list of colors, which will pretty much guide the design word. So, get use to seeing these. The Color Of The Year for 2014 is Radiant Orchid, which I am actually excited about. Wondering how these colors translate to your closet? Below are three Spring Style Looks I put together in preparation of Spring’s return.

SPRING STYLE LOOK #1

Spring Style Look #1

Striped Skirt – J.Crew 98.00 | Top – J.Crew 79.50 | Necklace – Forerver21 9.80 | Shoes (Dolce Vita) – Piperlime 139.00 | Handbag – H&M 34.95

SPRING STYLE LOOK #2

Spring Style Look #2

Earrings – J.Crew 85.00 | Top – J.Crew 69.50 | Heels – (Ivanka Trump) Zappos 125.00 | Jeans – H&M 39.95 | Watch – Michael Kors 160.00

SPRING STYLE LOOK #3

Spring Style Look #3

Dress – ModCloth 44.99 | Scarf – Banana Republic 35.00 | Sunglasses – (Ray-Ban) J.Crew 145.00 | Hat – (Michael Stars) Piperlime 38.00 | Sandals – (Steve Madden) Piperlime 50.00

Which look do you like the best? Share in the comments below. Time to get Spring Shopping!