Pins of the week

So at the end of each night, I grab my glass of wine after dinner and start my little personal pin party of prettiness.  I pin all sorts of things from home inspo, diy, to recipes to man candy.  The best part of this time for me is that it is completely indulgent of all things gorgeous.  It's the most gorgeous places in the world to travel to, the most succulent meals and swoon worth soirees to the most down in the trenches cleaning regimes.  I love it all!  I hope you follow along on my pin craziness. To follow along with my fun nightly parties visit my Pinterest page.

This week's top picks:

Bathroom, Notebook quote, Cream Cashmere and denim, Sailboat ride and  Watermelon Coconut cocktail

Shirt dress

  

Photo: Corey Morgan

Shirtdresses are so versatile and so classic.  I love to pair a great shirtdress over a fun swim suit or belted for a day of errands.  Fun leopard sandals and a great utility bag make for the perfectly pulled together day look. [show_shopthepost_widget id="182631"]

Madewell dress , Marc Jacobs sunglasses, Lux bag (similar here) , Tarnish belt , Seychelles Sandals

Video- The Pixie

Welcome to my YouTube Channel! I can't wait to share all sorts of fun stuff with you!  First up, I am chatting today about my hair!  I've been loving the change and have been getting tons of questions on why I did it, what was my inspiration, how I style it, do I love it….etc! Be prepared for a lot of crazy hands!  I get excited and talk with my hands!

Red romper

 

Photo: Corey Morgan

I basically could live in rompers not only for the practicality of them but they are just to cute!  This red, eyelet number from Top Shop does all things… great color, fun pattern and great cut.  Done, done and done! [show_shopthepost_widget id="181935"]

Topshop romper  , Marc Jacobs sunglasses, Lux bag ( similar here) , Seychelles sandals

Flowy Sundress

 

I love the easy of a flowy sundress in summer. This sweet floral number from Pink Blush is just perfect!  I can be layered easily with a great blazer like this one or even a denim jacket like this and be so versatile.  Today I went simple and paired it with my favorite tan strappy heels, easy jewelry and my gorgeous La Bel mint ring.

Pink Blush dress ℅ , Forever 21 bangle, La Bel ring , Ivanka Trump heels (similar here) [show_shopthepost_widget id="173071"]

Nordstrom Anniversary sale

It's that time of the year !!!  Time to score yourself some gorgeousness at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! Below are some of my picks! Go!![show_boutique_widget id="146815"]

It's up from here

It's my big 30 birthday today and I can't lie and say it feel great and yet I'm in some way mourning the recklessness of the 20's.  I never lived recklessly and to be honest don't feel like I ever would.  But in your 20's if you didn't get it right it was okay because you were young still.  I'm officially a big girl!  I have been living as a big girl for a while now but now it's official!  7 years of marriage and 2 gorgeous babies later the 30's are looking good.  I chopped my hair in search of freshness.  I want to be lighter.  I want to keep my life in perspective and focus on the now instead of the future.  I want to savor and live in the present.  Life is going by so fast in and this next decade I'm planning to fully live this big girl life ahead.  I hope to grow strong, amazing girls and support a beautiful marriage.  I plan to thrive in work and grow in life.  It's up from here.     White has been on the forefront of my closet all summer and when I spotted this white hot jumpsuit it had to be mine! I paired this little number with simple gold sunnies, oversized white watch and classic black and white sling backs.

Mango jumpsuit ( no longer available but similar here), Marc Jacobs sunglasses, Chanel watch, Forever 21 bracelet, Louboutin heels [show_shopthepost_widget id="156767"]

Mint sundress

Every girl needs a simple sundress that can be taken from work to wedding to drinks out. This little mint number was just right and so versatile.  I paired it here with pink strappy sandals and mint drop earrings from my have La Bel.  I love this dress in that I can pair it with leather jacket and black stilettos for a night out or booties and great cross body bag for a day of errands.

Topshop dress, La Bel earrings, Forever 21 bracelet, Zara heels( similar here ) [show_shopthepost_widget id="156731"]

Floral Skort

    

Zara Blazer ( similar here) , J.Crew blouse , Zara Skort ( also love this) , La Bel jewelry,  Chanel watch ,Cathy Jean Heels ( similar here ) , Cotton On romper on Capri

I love the ease of a skort.  I paired this look with nude heels and blazer to dress them up a bit but find a cute skort is a staple in my closet.  It gives the dressiness of a skirt with the functionality of shorts.  Win win! [show_shopthepost_widget id="143239"]

Travel: Top 5 eats at Hotel Del

We just returned from the most fun little mini vacay to San Diego's  Hotel Del Coronado on Corona Island.  We spent five days over the holiday weekend swimming, beaching and eating our body weight in delicious treats. Not only is Hotel Del so uber romantic it's a fabulous family resort full of fun extras for the kiddos. For all our fun check out my Instagram feed for all the goods.  As we arrived, the kids were greeted with fun backpacks full of goodies and sent on a great scavenger hunt around the resort.  Among all the fun activities and the gorgeous amenities, we had some of the yummies dinners, cocktails and treats.  Below is a round up of some of my faves...

1. Waffle cone from Mootime Creamery

Fresh off the press is the best waffle cone ever at Mootime Creamery.  With endless customizable flavors you can build your own decadence.  The girls loved Silly Vanilly which is bubble gum blue and I went crazy for the Chocolate Mint.

2.  Marilyn Martini

The resort is known for it's celeb guests one being the one and only Marilyn Monroe.  One of my all time faves Some Like it Hot was filmed at Hotel Del and so the drink was coined the Marilyn.  I am a sweeter martini drinker but Erik really liked this one.  The Marilyn is made with Nolet's Gin, dry vermouth, orange bitters, lemon twist.  Cheers!

3.  Chilean Sea Bass at SheerWater restaurant

I am a big seafood fan and one of my all time faves is Chilean Sea Bass. At Sheerwater they pan roast the bass in a Lobster sauce and served with butternut squash risotto and oyster mushrooms.  OMG!!!  So decadent!  The rich sauce and risotto are the yummiest compliment to the gorgeous fish.  A must try for fish lovers.

4.  Hibiscus Lemonade Adult Shaved Ice

The temps were starting to rise on the beach and after a morning of boogie boarding and shell collecting it was time for some shaved ice.  Capri opted for a Berrylicious with Monin Wildberry syrup and fresh lemonade.  Erik and I opted for the adult ice. I got the Hibiscus Lemonade  which was made with Bacardi Limon, Lemonade and Monin Hibiscus.  Yum!!  The perfect treat for a hot afternoon of beaching.

5. Chocolate Pecan Crumble

It's gooey and chocolatey and basically what dreams are made of.   Baked in a caste iron boat, the decadent chocolate sauce oozes all over the pecans and creates a rich creamy cake like texture.  The crispy crumble on top ads the perfect amount of texture to balance out the yumminess.

Bare Minerals BareSkin

Big news… Bare Minerals has just debuted their gorgeous and first ever liquid foundation.  I've been in the beauty industry as a makeup artist for almost 7 years and am always on the hunt the gorgeous coverage that still feels light.  I love a glowing , youthful complexion. Enter the new queen of amazing skin…Bare Skin from Bare Minerals.

Staying true to their "less is more"  philosophy, Bare Skin is just dreamy!  Applied with a super soft Perfecting Face Brush or with finger tips, buff this lovely solution to whole face.  I am smitten with the brush and even applied the foundation to brow bones and under eyes as a concealer.

They recommend 2 drops for sheer coverage, 4 drops for medium coverage and 6 drops for full coverage.  I found 2 was perfect for me.  Some of the key ingredients that sold me were skin brightening Vitamin C and the 20 SPF sun protection. WINNING!

I'm wearing Bare Natural 07, find your perfect match here.

Photos are not retouched. Product gifted.  All opinions are my own.

Black + white midi dress

Vince Camuto Vest , LUX bag ( also coveting this) , Vince Camuto Midi Dress , Ivanka Trump Sandals ( similar here) , Marc Jacobs Sunglasses

Happy Monday!  This midi dress is so light and airy that you will want to wear it on repeat.  I paired with a black silk vest, my favorite strappy sandals and my favorite "go with everything" tan bag. [show_shopthepost_widget id="142915"]

4th and fireworks

I love the 4th of July! It's the highlight of summer for me!  My hubby and I got engaged on the 4th and watched the fireworks blast as we dreamt of our future.  7 years later we have two sweet little ladies and are still dreaming of the future as we watch the fireworks boom.      [show_shopthepost_widget id="136371"]

Phtos: Alice Hu

Blazer: Zara also here, Top: Zara also love this, Shorts: J.Crew, Sunglasses: Marc Jacobs, Necklace and Ring:  La Bel, Watch: Chanel, Heels: Christian Loubitan

Patriotic bike decor

I came across this adorable image on Pinterest while searching for fun decor for the 4th.  What a simple way to ring in the 4th of July festivities by simple decorating your cruiser for the day!  I just adore it!  Liz from Say Yes  breaks down all the essentials to jazz up your own bike for the patriotic fun !  

No bike decode is complete without a sweet bow and clanking cans to announce your arrival?!  I mean…..STOP IT with the cuteness!!!

Say Yes is one of my favorite blogs!  Liz always has the cutest and super simple ideas for making life a little more snazzy! Check out these adorable 4th of July Icecream Sandwiches and Parade Pouches.  ADORABLE!

All images and concept from Say Yes

Red, White and Blue inspiration

I love Fourth of July and love red, white and blue even more!!!  I can't wait for fireworks, bbq and beach fun!  Here are some of my favorite Americana themed looks!!

Room renovation

So it's time for a bi girl bed for Peyton.  I loved changing Capri's room over and yet I am having a sad mommy moment over changing over Peyton's .  It's so final. Tears wiped aside, I am working up some great decor to make the little princess super excited about the transition.  I am swooning over tufted headboards, patterned walls and bold color.  I feel like her room should be whimsy, fun and all girly.  Stay tuned for our transformation.   image via

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Tailored

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Photos: Corey Morgan

Top: J.Crew , Pants: H&M, Sunglasses: Marc Jacobs, Necklace: J.Crew similar here, Clutch: J.Crew, Heels: older but similar here

Wish for...

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To Pixie or not to Pixie?

To pixie or not to pixie is always the question!!! I adore this fresh and sexy trend happening right now in young hollywood and have always rustled with the idea of chopping my locks into a sassy pixie.  I had this idea that you had to have super high cheekbones and a gorgeous long neck to get away with a short look like that.  The more I see the cut pop up the more I see how versatile it is and really anyone can rock it.  Here are some I've been obsessing over! I have a hair appointment this week and follow along on my Instagram to see if I chicken out or not.

Summer stripes

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Photos: Corey Morgan

Top: Nordstrom, Shorts: C.Wonder , Necklace: J.Crew similar here , Bag: Kate Spade but also adore this, Heels: similar here