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This post was inspired by the gorgeous straw beach bags we all received at the Mom 2.0 Summit from their title sponsor, Dove Beauty. I was as thrilled with the bag as I was with the assortment of Dove products hiding inside. I love a big, gorgeous beach bag and I’ve been in the market for… Continue Reading →
Yesterday I told you about how I reworked my elevator pitch and tried it out on a stranger at a conference luncheon and how that sparked an interesting conversation. “I write a lifestyle blog about cooking with nutritious whole foods, my newfound passion for fitness and running, and wearable fashion for the typical suburban housewife.”… Continue Reading →
I’m loving stripes right now, but the one article of clothing that I haven’t tried yet is the striped skirt. I used to think that horizontal stripes on a skirt would be unflattering, but the key is to find a skirt that fits properly. I personally feel that a pencil skirt is the most universally… Continue Reading →
Pastels are in this spring, and one of my favorite color trends right now is Wedgwood. I’ve long been a fan of this elegant English china, but now we can wear it! I love the innocent sophistication of this delicate hue. Style Tips for Wearing Wedgwood {from InStyle Magazine} 1. Mix feminine details, like lace… Continue Reading →
As a part of a sponsored campaign with Tapinfluence, I’ve been using the new improved Jergens Natural Glow for about a month and so far I’m loving the results. I was already a fan of the product, so I’m glad that the effectiveness and ease of use hasn’t changed with the new formulation. (Their new… Continue Reading →
Pantone announced back in December that the color of the year for 2013 would be emerald, and sure enough, emerald is everywhere now. I was a bit ahead of the trend cuz I’m just that cool. Okay, so I am not cool, nor am I a predictor of trends. It was purely coincidental that I… Continue Reading →
Everyone is commenting on my colorful flats in my Daily Mom Style post this week! Which inspired this post. I love wearing colorful flats in the spring and summer. They’re such an easy way to brighten up an outfit, and they don’t have to break the bank. I have finicky feet and often have to… Continue Reading →
Word on the street is that one-piece swimsuits are on trend this year. It’s been YEARS since I’ve owned a one-piece. I love the convenience of the tankini, and for a while the one-piece suits have seemed rather dated. I’m not sure how I feel about their resurgence. Of course, I know that I don’t… Continue Reading →
I am shamelessly borrowing this idea from InStyle magazine — one of my guilty pleasures! I just got my April copy in the mail and I thought this was fun. I hope you’ll join me! Leave your answers in the comments, or write your own post and link up! Closet Confessions Poll Can your shoes… Continue Reading →
Last week we talked about watch trends. Now that you’ve updated your wardrobe with a snazzy watch, let’s take it a step further. One of the hottest trends right now is the “stacked wrist” — basically, grouping your watch and bracelets (or just bracelets) to create a fun, bold look. Layering isn’t just for clothing anymore!… Continue Reading →
I’m glad you're here! I'm a writer, talker, coffee addict and collector of people and handbags. I live outside of Philly with my husband, 3 children, and a terribly spoiled shih tzu named Savannah. Read More →
