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Little Suede Dress
I have been liking the suede dress trend for awhile, and finally found the perfect fit for me: this little suede shift dress. Shift dresses are flattering for most body types because of their relaxed fit and length that hits around the top of the knee.
3 Articles To Inspire You To Spring Clean Your Wardrobe
Spring cleaning is something that pretty much everyone does. It’s a great way to get rid of items just taking up space in your house, or maybe make a little extra cash with a yard sale. I feel like the one area that gets overlooked when it comes to this is our closets. Below IContinue reading “3 Articles To Inspire You To Spring Clean Your Wardrobe”
Bathing Suit Guide For All Body Types
Bathing suit season has come once again. For some, this is exciting. Others dread it, or simply avoid it at all costs. That is why I made this bathing suit guide for all body types: so that no matter what shape you are, you can have fun in the sun and feel your best! ColumnContinue reading “Bathing Suit Guide For All Body Types”
Vanilla Chia Seed Fruit Smoothie
After recently posting a picture of this vanilla chia seed fruit smoothie on snapchat, I got a request from a friend to put the recipe on the blog. I’m not one to enjoy all of the trendy juices or green smoothies, but prefer sticking to simple fruit based ones – especially berry flavors. Alex andContinue reading “Vanilla Chia Seed Fruit Smoothie”
What’s In My Suitcase
It has taken me awhile to not over-pack, but I am finally making progress. I told myself that I can only take what will fit into my bag (and it only counts if all of the pockets can zip!) So I figured while I pack, I might as well share with everybody some of theContinue reading “What’s In My Suitcase”
Easy DIY Decorative Succulent
A green thumb is not a part of my skill set. I kill most houseplants, and have my fingers crossed that the bulbs I planted in October will actually bloom in our flower beds. I wanted to start adding some greenery inside our house, so I thought I would play it safe with aContinue reading “Easy DIY Decorative Succulent”
A Look At 2015
Looking back at 2015, it has been a big year full of change! We moved out of out of our little rental house and bought our first home, gained two new fur babies, and I started my own image consulting and wardrobe styling business. My style has slowly been evolving and I find myself tryingContinue reading “A Look At 2015”
DIY Salt Dough Ornaments
This year for our Christmas tree, we stuck to a silver and gold theme with snowy branches and uniform decorations. I made these salt dough ornaments as a way to incorporate some creative homemade touches that are a step above the popsicle stick and glitter glue ones from grade school. ** Tip** I had to addContinue reading “DIY Salt Dough Ornaments”
What I Am Thankful For
This year there are many things to be thankful for. If you are privileged enough to have a full belly, a house to clean, or simply a safe area to live in, you are blessed. Below are just a few of the things that I am very humbled to have. Happy Thanksgiving Day, everyone! xoxo
