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VACATION STYLE ON A DIME
Inspired by the laid back beach vibes I knew I’d be feeling, I wanted to keep my style easy, breezy and, of course, inexpensive for my trip to Florida. A couple of days before the trip I went and picked up a few new pieces because who doesn’t like new clothes for vacay? I threw together this stylish look for just a few bucks using a few new things and a few old. Looking good while not breaking the bank is all about balance. I loved the classic black and white polka dot shorts with the vibrant pop of red on top. The shorts were on clearance and the…
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WHERE WE ATE IN SEASIDE
As the primary chef of my home, one of the best parts of vacation having someone else do the cooking. I love being in the kitchen but a break is always welcomed. Though I did cook a few meals at the beach house in Florida, I enjoyed not having the responsibility of preparing all the meals. There are a variety of great places to eat in Seaside. There were several places I wanted to try. We couldn’t hit them all but we did thoroughly enjoy the restaurants we visited. Here’s what we ate. The Meltdown On the low end, we call it grilled cheese. On the high end, it’s…
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FAMILY GETAWAY WITH AMAZING FRIENDS!
Having great friends is truly priceless. Positive people that build you up, want to see you happy, and appreciate you are hard to come by. I thank God that those kinds of people are in my life. Those are the people I love to spend time with and last week my family and I had the opportunity to do so. A few months ago our friends Shaun and Jonathon invited us to vacation with them in Florida. I had been itching go on a family beach trip so we jumped at the opportunity. I’m so glad we went. We had thee best time! It was our first ever family vacation…
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ORANGE COLD SHOULDER TOP + JEANS
Summer is on and popping right now but I know it wont be long before the cold creeps in and this year I’m actually looking forward to fall. But before that happens I’ll be serving all the melanin I can in my cute summer pieces. I’ve had this top for a while and it’s still giving me life. I LOVE the color! The orange gives my skin a gorgeous glow! I love the tassle detail and the loose fit over my mum tum. Ha! This top will be in the wardrobe for many summers to come. Top: Ross | Jeans: Old Navy | Shoes: Target
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PALAZZO PANTS + BLACK TANK
Don’t you love when you’re wearing an outfit that you feel amazing in? Thats how I feel wearing this. I’m not completely comfortable with my postpartum belly yet but these pants provide all the coverage I need to step out in confidence. Not to mention, they feel great on! The top is a simple and cute tank that can easily pair with almost any pair or pants. I’m ready for some spring fun in this outfit! Top: Buffalo Exchange | Pants: JC Penney | Shoes: DDs Discounts
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GRAY COLD SHOULDER DRESS
I decided to take a risk with this one, guys. I purchased this “dress” months ago and intended to wear it as a shirt. I actually did wear it as a shirt a few times and it never felt right. It was a tad too long so I bunched it up at the hips which was not at all flattering. I finally decided to just wear it as a dress. I kept telling myself it was going to be too short but then I said what the heck! Live a little! Show some leg! And that I did. I paired it with a heel that wasn’t too high so that…
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SHRIMP & GRITS
Other than chicken and waffles, my favorite brunch meal is shrimp and grits! I made a batch for my husband and my sister while she was in town and they loved it! I wanted to share the recipe on the blog because I know you’ll love it too. It’s simple to make and sure to please. Ingredients 1 1/3 cup grits 1 cup milk 1 cup water 1/2 stick of butter Salt and pepper 3 strips of bacon chopped 3 cloves of chopped garlic Half of a red pepper cut in strips Half of a yellow pepper cut in strips Chopped green onion for garnish a few pinches of…
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LACE BLOUSE + CHAMBRAY SHORTS
It’s not quite shorts weather yet but whatever! I’m ready! Whenever there’s a day that’s even slightly warm I’m reaching for the shorts and the stroller to spend the day outside with my baby. This winter has been so long and I’m just ready to get out and enjoy the sunshine. This outfit is great for a springtime stroll. It’s super comfortable (for playing with baby, of course). The lace top is feminine and breezy, perfect for both looking and feeling good, and I like that the shorts aren’t too short. It can sometimes be hard to find shorts that don’t aim to showcase those cheeks. As you can see,…
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MAUVE LACE DRESS
This dress stole my heart the moment I saw it. It’s romantic. It’s girly. It’s the perfect color. It has a loose, relaxed fit and shows off my toned legs that I happen to love right now. Everything about this dress feels right. It’s best to let a dress with this much detail be the star of the look so I styled it with a simple strappy sandal and plain hoop earrings. It’s perfect for a classy, intimate event. Dress: Target | Earrings: Local Beauty Supply Shop | Shoes: $10 Shoe Store (In Houson, TX)
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GIRL’S NIGHT IN
Life can get so busy sometimes. And even with my small circle of friends, getting everyone together at one time can be a task in itself. I try to get my girlfriends together at least a few times a year to kick back and catch up. I usually see each of them individually but theres nothing like having everyone in the same room at the same time. So, not long ago I planned my first girl’s night of the year and it was great! We all just sat around stuffing our faces with pizza, popcorn, and chocolate, sharing all the latest celebrity gossip, and sipping on fruity cocktails. You would…
