Mother’s Day Gift Bag Ideas Mom Will Love

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DIY mother's day gift ideas

DETAILS: WHITE MINI DRESS  (ON SALE UNDER $50) | MAMA TOTE (ON SALE UNDER $30) | PASTEL KITCHEN TOWELS (ON SALE UNDER $10) | WHITE WAFFLEKNIT ROBE (ON SALE UNDER $30) | PINK SLIPPERS (UNDER $20) | PERFUME | CANDLE (ON SALE UNDER $15) | GOLD HOOPS (ON SALE UNDER $10) | EYE PATCHES (ON SALE UNDER $5)

I don’t think anyone has appreciated moms more than during these last few months, haha. With everyone at home balancing cooking, cleaning, helping kids with school work, grocery shopping, etc., it’s a small glimpse into how crazy mom life can be and I think we will all appreciate our own mothers a little more after this! This year, instead of just buying and shipping something I wanted to put together some of my mom’s favorite things or things I knew she would use/love. I found this cute mama tote and knew it would be the perfect gift bag! Below are a few more options to put together in Mother’s Day gift bags or that you can ship straight to her.

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DETAILS: | 1. WELLNESS TUMBLER (ON SALE UNDER $20) | 2. SLIPPERS (ON SALE UNDER $20) | 3. NIRVANA PERFUME | 4. MAMA & MINI SOCKS (ON SALE UNDER $10) | 5. WAFFLE KNIT ROBE | 6. WHITE TUNIC DRESS (ON SALE UNDER $50) | 7. QUARTZ ROLLER | 8. WHITE KNIFE SET | 9. MAMA TOTE  (ON SALE UNDER $30) | 10. CALM CANDLE (ON SALE UNDER $15) | 11. GOLD BRACELET (UNDER $20)| 12. PIXI SKIN SET  | 13. SILK SLEEP MASK | 14. NECESSAIRE BODY CREAM AND BODY WASH | 15. ROSE GOLD SUNNIES (ON SALE) | 16. CLIP SET (ON SALE UNDER $10) | 17. GOOGLE MINI NEST SPEAKER | 18. BANANA OVEN MIT | 19. BIRD TEA TOWEL  | 20. BLUSH KNIT THROW (ON SALE UNDER $100) | 21. BABY BLUE INSTAX 22. D&G PERFUME 23. WATERLESS DRY SHAMPOO | 24. GREY JOGGERS (UNDER $20) | 25. GOLD UNDER EYE GEL MASKS  (ON SALE UNDER $5) | 26. ADIDAS TOP (ON SALE UNDER $25) | 27. ADIDAS WAIST PACK (ON SALE UNDER $20) | 28. FITBIT (ON SALE)

Whether you put together some DIY gifts or splurge on something big, the biggest home-runs will be the gifts that show her you put some thought into it. Here are a few more Mother’s Day gift ideas starting under $10 for different kinds of mom:

  1. The Fit-Focused Mom: Whether she’s working from a home office or getting more steps than every managing the chaos of a full house, she will love a Fitbit to track her steps! It’s super rewarding when she hits those 10,000 steps after running around all day, or a good reminder if she’s been stuck at her desk too long to take care of herself. I also love this cute tumbler to help her hit her water intake goals and this cute waist bag.
  2. The Stylish Mom: If your mom lights up every time she puts on a new outfit, you can’t go wrong with getting her something for her wardrobe. I’m obsessed with this dress – super versatile and flattering on every body type (also comes in black and on sale right now under $40!). Also, love this thick chain necklace (under $20) and this cute cropped Adidas tee.
  3. The Culinary Queen: We are all be spending more time in the kitchen these days and I’ve never gotten more excited about kitchen products until now! This white knife set is absolutely beautiful and under $100. If she doesn’t have a Kitchenaid yet, this one is on major sale and will be a hit – or if she does, their attachments are amazing! (And more of my favorite kitchen essentials here!) Also, love these cute oven mitts and towels for spring!
  4. The Ageless Mom: I love the idea of putting together a DIY spa day for mom! Grab a few ‘spa’ essentials like a robe (on sale under $30) and slippers with a few beauty products like a face roller, some cute eye gel masks, dry shampoo (love this one!), or splurge for some body creams/gels she will love! It’s also a great chance to stock up on her favorite fragrance.
  5. The Home-body Mom: For the moms that love nothing more than to stay at home, I love the idea of getting some decor or home essentials. This sleep mask would a super luxurious addition to her nights. Also, love having these little Google Nest minis around the house – perfect to play some music throughout the house, or in the kitchen to set timers while cooking, etc. Also love this knit throw and I’ve been living in these sweats!

Below are some other Mother’s Day gift ideas!

 

XX, Christine

 

xo, Christine

1 Thing All Good Hair Days Have In Common

*In collaboration with Waterl<ss.

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We’ve been on a chalk spree lately and we’ve really been missing the beach so I thought it would be fun to bring the beach to us! Even with my faux beach days, stay at home life has got me getting ready less and going longer between washing my hair. Now is the best time to start training your hair to go longer between washes!

Whether I wear my hair up in my signature messy bun, a sleek low pony, or down with full, loose waves, there’s one thing all good hair days have in common – second-day hair! A little bit of natural hair oil and a goodnight’s sleep will make your hair more manageable and give it more natural volume, so it’s really that magic number for good hair days, even beyond day 2! I started using this new dry shampoo because I love their backstory. A couple years ago, Cape Town was months away from running out of clean water so Waterl<ss developed this product that allows you to clean and condition your hair without using a single drop of water. Such an amazing concept for this crisis but also for water preservation around the world. 

Here are some hacks for getting away with skipping your shampoo for healthier hair:

  1. Dry shampoo! Every girl’s best friend! This is one thing I always, always have on hand – at home, in my cat, in my gym bag, when I’m traveling- it’s a must! (Can’t wait to go to the gym and travel again!!) It’s the foolproof way to keep your hair from getting greasy between washes and can actually add a little volume too. I’ve been using Waterl<ss No Residue Dry Shampoo and it smells amazing! They have different options depending on whether your hair is fine or thick – it also dries really quick and doesn’t leave any residue. They also have a fragrance collection, conditioning, and styling collection.  Their cute little travel sizes are perfect to throw in your bag and go. (Quick tip: use dry shampoo before a workout or a beach day, instead of after – it will help absorb any sweat or moisture to prevent it getting greasy, instead of just managing it after.)
  2. Use dry shampoo at night. Spray your roots at night with dry shampoo at night to help absorb moisture while you’re sleeping – that’s actually when your scalp produces the most oil! When you wake up, just brush through and it will feel freshly washed.
  3. Keep your hands to yourself. It can be a hard habit to break but try to train yourself to avoid running your fingers through your hair. The more you touch your scalp, the more oils will be released and the greasier it will start to look. (Same goes for brushing! Focus just on the ends when you brush through your hair, not the roots!)
  4. A Silk Pillowcase. People swear by silk pillowcases for a million skincare reasons, but it’s also great for your hair. It causes less friction, so you are more likely to wake up with ready-to-go bedhead, instead of frizzy hair or knots. It also helps extend the life of your blowout or styled hair for longer.
  5. Add moisture as needed. If your hair tends to dry out between washes, add moisture just to the ends. You can apply an oil or a dry conditioning spray to your ends to make them more manageable.

Let me know if you guys have any other hacks for maximizing your good hair days! Let me know if you guys have any other hacks for maximizing your good hair days! You can grab products from the Waterl<ss collection online on their website.

 

XX, Christine

xo, Christine

My New Go-To Presets – 25% Off!

Happy Friday guys!! With so much home content lately, I’ve started to edit my photos pretty true to color and natural. Some of you guys have been asking about the new edit – so I just released my ‘Natural’ preset collection. They are perfect for those pictures that just need a slight edit – a little brighter, a touch warmer, etc. It’s a pack of 6 different edits that have been my go-to presets lately, so you have plenty of options to get the perfect, natural-feeling edit for any of your pictures. The photo above of Ollie in his bunny outfit is all the presets on the same photo just copy and pasted (no tweaks) so you can see how they look. Then below I wanted to share a side-by-side of the same shot with some of the presets.

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Natural Clean Preset – this one and the natural everyday (shown below) are probably my most used.

Natural Everyday Interior Preset: another most used this has a slight fade to it to soften the tones

Natural Grain Preset: With film pictures being so in right, I love adding a little grain to my iphone shots to give it that filmy feel. I have this preset in a cool and warm edit.

Here is the Natural Warm preset with my everyday preset (original in the middle) so you can see how the edit hits on the same picture. All of them are so good and will help unify your feed – but keep them pretty true to color.

If you haven’t used presets before, they are super easy to use! There’s also a video description to walk you through the install once you purchase. Right now you can get the ‘Natural’ preset pack for under $15 with code: PRESETSB. You can also shop my other presets here – there’s an ‘Essentials’ pack, City pack, Island pack, and also my Interiors preset pack!

You can also check out some more before and after shots with my other preset packs in this post and this post, plus a few tips for improving your IG feed here.

XX, Christine

xo, Christine

Family Loungewear – All On Sale!

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That loungewear life…

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Mio’s face when he gets on the couch but has the kids on his side haha.

The kids are obsessed with these sticker books, they come in a 3 pack and they keep them entertained for so long! I love how big they are, and such a good deal the 3 pack is under $20!

kohls loungewear

DETAILS: BLUE NIKE HOODIE (ON SALE UNDER $50) | GRAY NIKE GYM CAPRIS (ON SALE UNDER $20) | WHITE SLIPPERS (ON SALE UNDER $20)

MARA: TIE DYE HOODIE (ON SALE UNDER $25) | GRAY NIKE SWEATPANTS (ON SALE UNDER $30) | SCRUNCHIE SET

WES: VANS TEE (ON SALE UNDER $15 W/ CODE: SPRING25) | NIKE JOGGERS (ON SALE UNDER $40)

BECKAM: NIKE ZIP HOODIE (ON SALE UNDER $20 – SIMILAR HERE) | GREY SHORTS (ON SALE UNDER $20)

OLLIE: WHITE ZIP SET (ON SALE UNDER $15)

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Obsessed with this tee! Need it in all 4 colors (on sale under $20!)

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DETAILS: TIE-DYE TEE  (ON SALE UNDER $20) | DRY FIT TRAINING SHORTS (ON SALE UNDER $20) | NIKE SOCKSWHITE SLIPPERS (ON SALE UNDER $20)

HOUSE DETAILS: MIRROR | RUG | CHAIR | NIGHTSTAND | BED

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DETAILS: BLUE NIKE HOODIE (ON SALE UNDER $50) | DRY FIT TRAINING SHORTS (ON SALE UNDER $20) | WHITE SLIPPERS (ON SALE UNDER $20)

Are you guys tired of these slippers yet haha – Been living in these slippers!

DETAILS: BLUE TIE-DYE TEE (ON SALE UNDER $20) | GRAY NIKE GYM CAPRIS (ON SALE UNDER $20) | WHITE SLIPPERS (ON SALE UNDER $20)

MARA: TIE DYE HOODIE (ON SALE UNDER $25) | GRAY NIKE SWEATPANTS (ON SALE UNDER $30) | SCRUNCHIE SET

Outfits of the day aren’t the same these days 😜 Even with everything else seeming to slow down, the kids are growing faster than ever. I feel like they have outgrown so much of their clothes,   I picked out some loungewear sale pieces to stock up on while they were on sale. (Especially with loungewear, it’s easer to size up for a loose, comfy fit so they can usually get more wear out of it than with other clothes.) Mara and I have been going all out with the tie-dye haha. I’m obsessed with this sweatshirt we got for her (wishing they had it in my size!). Got this this tee for me! It comes in 4 colors (I have it in this light blue and black/navy – so good!) and it’s on sale right now for under $20. Also you have seen these slippers on repeat lately – on sale under $20 and comes in multiple colors, I got the grey and pink too.

Below are some other loungewear pieces I picked out for the kids and Cody below:

XX, Christine

 

xo, Christine

My Spring Style Inspo

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Spring Style Inspo

SIMILAR DETAILS: BLACK CREW NECKLINK NECKLACE | MALACHITE NECKLACE | PENDANT | RIDGE RING | INFINITY RING | BOND RING | WHITE SWEAT SET | AIR MAX ’97 | CREAM TEE |STRAW HATWHITE FLARE JEANS |GYM SET | WHITE TANK | AIR FORCE 1’S | BLACK FLARE JEAN | WHITE TEE | BLACK SUNNIES | SHOULDER BAG | OVERSIZED WOOL SWEATER | BEIGE DRESS | GOLD WATCHWHITE BUCKET PURSE | RIBBED HENLEY SET | GUCCI SLIDESLIGHT WASH LEVIS | BUBBLE HOODIE | OVERSIZED DENIM JACKET | BLACK & GOLD WALLET | OVERSIZED BLAZER | WHITE SHORTS | UTILITY PANTS | RED JORDANS

I think it’s safe to say spring has sprung! Flowers are starting to bloom, the weather is warmer, and everything is starting to come back to life (including me)! Even though life isn’t back to normal yet, it’s amazing what a difference a little bit of sunshine can make. It’s gotten me excited for some new spring looks and I’m craving all things comfortable and casual this season. (Love that loungewear is taking over streetstyle!) Here are a few of my favorite looks around Pinterest right now:

 

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Jewelry completely transforms even the coziest looking loungewear. Just add a few layered pieces to take a ‘woke up like this’ look to an effortlessly but intentionally undone ensemble that feels put together.Such simple pieces can tie in a casual black tee like this link chain, and malachite necklace. I love this coin pendant to layer and some rings like this ridge ring, this infinity ring, and this cute bond ring.

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I love this monochrome look! This heavy cotton tee paired with a white flare jean and cute straw hat is the perfect summer look!

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Since we are still staying cozy inside our houses this white ribbed sweat set is a great lighter fabric option for Spring so you’re not hot during the day! Super cute paired with a more colorful vintage vibe sneaker like these.

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These gym shorts and crop top create a cozy 90’s look that I am here for. I just ordered this set (only a few sizes left!) to recreate the look and this cute ribbed tank for days outside! Air Force 1’s are my go-to shoe and I love them with this look!

 

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We all know Hailey Bieber is such a fashion icon and this caramel knit set is everything! I found this henley set I really liked, she’s also wearing this classic Gucci slide or here’s a more affordable option! The best spring style inspo!

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Flare pants are so in right now! I love these wide leg Levis with this simple white tee to tie in a knot paired with these black sunnies. A simple shoulder bag is a perfect accessory with this outfit as well!

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In love with this linen summer dress! I really liked this beige one with this knit sweater tied around the neck for those breezy nights! I also love it paired with this simple gold watch and white bucket bag like she has!

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OBSESSED. This look is so seriously the cutest! I love monochrome of the white shorts, paired with a white tee. Throwing on an oversized blazer and layering some jewelry pulls together the outfit perfectly!

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The utility pant look is one of my favs! These ones are super cute with a basic black tee and some statement shoes like these similar Jordans!

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This casual (and cozy) outfit is such a good go-to. All you need is some light wash jeans like these, a colorful bubble hoodie, and an oversized denim jacket! I also love this black and gold wallet to wear with it.

 

Below are some other spring style inspo and pieces  that I’ve ordered or about to add to cart:

 

XX, Christine

xo, Christine

Happy at Home Pajama Haul

Happy Sunday guys! Mara is to the age we can start sharing a few things,  since were home so much right now I got some new loungewear sets so I wanted to share with you all ones I’ve been loving. Mara is really into tie dye right now so this first one she was pretty excited about 🙂

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DETAILS: CHEETAH PJ SET (SIMILAR HERE & MORE OPTIONS HERE)  TAN SLIPPERS

MARA:  TIE DYE SET | PINK SLIPPERS (ON SALE UNDER $20)

How cute is this pink leopard pajamas sets? Even on those days when you don’t get around to getting dressed for the day until noon, there’s something about matching pajama sets that starts your day off on the right foot. We found this cute tie-dye set – Mara and I aren’t the same size but we are getting to the point where she can fit into some of my clothes and it’s so much fun, especially shoes and slippers. These slippers have been one of my favorites lately and we just ordered these in multiple colors – they come in 3 colors and are on sale under $20 right now!

mom and daughter matching sportswear pajama look

DETAILS: BALLOON SLEEVE PULLOVER (SIMILAR HERE) | BLACK JOGGERS

MARA: GIRLS BLACK HOODIEKIDS ADIDAS TRACK PANT

Who would we be without a sportswear lounge look? One thing everyone in our family has in common is we all love sports, hence our Nike/Adidas obsession. Love these joggers on Mara! Also pretty easy to coordinate when you’re in all black haha.

mom and daughter matching pajama sets

DETAILS: BLUE PULLOVER | BLUE SHORTS (SIMILAR SET HERE)

MARA: GIRLS COLORADO HOODIE (SIMILAR HERE) | GRAY TERRY SHORTS | GRAY SLIPPERS

This blue combo has been on repeat – I’m obsessed with the color combo!  Coordinating sweatsuits are my new favorite right now – just ordered this grey set too. Love this combo (currently on sale) and this one. Also, this grey set and how pretty is this pink one!

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DETAILS: RIBBED PJ TOP (MORE SIZERS HERE – WEARING SIZE L) AND BOTTOMS (UNDER $100 – WEARING SIZE M) | FUZZY SLIPPERS (ON SALE UNDER $20: CODE TAKE20)

I also just got this pajamas set and it’s super soft. Love the waffle-knit fabric and they are super soft (pretty pale pink set here). The top is pretty oversized, but I love that fit for loungewear (more sizes here). Also shared that I got these slippers (great dupe for my other pair shown above) in 3 colors. They are under $20 plus an extra 20% off with code: TAKE20 so I wanted to be sure to share today!

Below are a few more of our favorite pajamas and loungewear accessories.

 

XX, Christine

xo, Christine

How to Style: Casual Suits

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Comfort meets sophisticated with the new suit and I’m all for it. You can’t deny that comfort is cool and with casual suits hitting the runway from all the best designers – from The Row to Oscar de la Renta – all styled with a fresh new spin. We’re seeming them styled with sporty sneakers and eye-catching jewelry to completely transform them from an office-only look to something we could take to the streets. This season we are seeing such an amazing variety, from colorful options, lighter linen fabrics, and my personal favorite: the shorts suit making a new debut.

Here are 3 different casual suiting trends and how to style them, from sporty to sophisticated:

 

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THE LINEN LOOK: (EVERYTHING UNDER $100)

DETAILS: 1. LINEN BLAZER (UNDER $50) | 2. RIBBED TANK (UNDER $20) | 3. SUNGLASSES (ON SALE UNDER $10) | 4. LINEN HAT (ON SALE UNDER $20) | 5. PAVE EARRINGS (UNDER $100) | 6. CROSSBODY (UNDER $100)  | 7. LINEN SHORTS (UNDER $50) | 8. SLIDES (UNDER $50)

Nothing says spring/summer ready like linen. I love this linen shorts suit look for an effortless day look. To keep it feeling sophisticated, keep it monochromatic with pretty beiges and nudes. You can also break it up with a bright neon cropped tee (similar here) and bright sneakers for a sporty look. Also love this blazer and paper-bag pant set – so chic and great price points!

pastel suits trend

COLORFUL COOL:

DETAILS: 9. OVERSIZED SUNGLASSES (UNDER $50) | 10. WHITE  CROPPED TEE (UNDER $20) | 11. ROSE TROUSERS (UNDER $100 – SIMILAR HERE ON SALE) | 12. PEARL HOOPS  (ON SALE UNDER $30) | 13. ROSE BLAZER (UNDER $100) | 14. WOVEN BOX BAG | 15. SNEAKERS

The colorful casual suits options right now are endless. Obsessed with this gorgeous rose suit! To bring a more casual vibe, add a cropped ribbed tee (love this one under $20 – need it in every color!) and some spring sneakers. This is a pretty paler pink option and also love this green blazer and shorts set.

black shorts trend

THE SHORTS SUIT:

DETAILS: 16. VELVET BOW (UNDER $25) | 17. BLACK NAIL POLISH | 18. GIVENCHY TEE | 19. SUNGLASSES | 20. GOLD CHAIN CHOKER (UNDER $100) | 21. TAILORED BLAZER | 22. LEOPARD SANDALS | 23. SATIN-DETAILS TROUSER SHORTS (ON SALE HERE – MORE SIZES HERE) | 24. FAUX LINEN TOTE (ON SALE 20% OFF – COMES IN 4 COLORS)

The shorts suit is a welcome revival from the 90s but if you are new to the shorts suit, start with the basics and go back to black. This blazer and these shorts have the more beautiful satin detailing that you could wear with heels and a white bodysuit to the office or dress it down with a graphic tee and sandals.

Below I’ve linked more casual suits pieces and accessories to style them for different occasions:

 

XX, Christine

 

xo, Christine

Easter Recap

Our family Easter look…

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easter dress

… so obsessed with this dress!!

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Love seeing the boys dressed up in their matching Easter suits!

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Somebody was dressed up as an Easter bunny all weekend. I can’t get over how cute he was in this onesie!

DETAILS: FLORAL DRESS (SIMILAR HERE AND HERE UNDER $100) | NUDE SANDALS 

CODY: SUIT JACKET AND TROUSERS | BLACK BUTTON DOWN | SHOES |

MARA: PINK TIE DRESS (ON SALE UNDER $25) | WHITE CONVERSE

WES: BLUE SUIT | FLORAL PRINT BUTTON DOWN | WHITE CONVERSE 

BECKAM: BLUE SUIT (LOVE THIS ONE ON SALE) | WHITE BUTTON UP | WHITE CONVERSE 

OLLIE: OVERALLS OLD THEY WERE THE SAME ONES B WORE HIS FIRST EASTER 🙂  – SIMILAR HERE | WHITE SNEAKERS | EASTER BUNNY ONESIE

Hey guys! Wanted to do an Easter recap. The day just flew by so fast on Sunday I didn’t get a chance to put this together until yesterday. The kids all crowded around Ollies crib and slept by him on the floor because they wanted to be by him for his “first Easter.” It was so sweet! Mara told me later that Beckam kept waking up asking if he could go try and catch the Easter bunny so Ollie kept waking up hearing B talk haha I don’t think anyone got much sleep 😉 We did an Easter egg hunt, and I printed some church actives and Cody and I streamed church from home. We all got dressed up and it still felt like Easter, honestly I kind of liked it a little more because we weren’t running around everywhere 🙂

I  gotten lots of questions on our outfits, my dress is by Zimmerman one of my favorite brands – they always have the best spring prints especially! Floral prints this season are extra romantic and sophisticated – here is a similar vibe under $100; also love the print of this flowy dress and how good is this one? We found this cute wrap dress (only $11!) for Mara and she loves that she’ll be able to wear it out for any occasion since it’s easy to dress up or down.

I love seeing the boys dressed up in matching suits on Easter! Found this one to fit Wes and this one for B’s size. Even when they are in matching suits, they still make it their own by opting for white sneakers and their own undershirt. (Love this floral patterned button down Wes chose – such a cool print to make a suit more his own style!) With a white button down like Beckam, you can add a little pocket square to add some more color. Ollie wore the overalls Beckam wore on his first Easter – I didn’t save a ton of B’s clothes but it makes me so happy seeing him in some of the special ones ❤️ Here’s a pic of B on his first Easter and Ollie on his 😍

matching kids easter outfit

Here are some other floral dresses I’m loving and if you missed our recap of past Easter looks, catch up on those here.

 

XX, Christine

xo, Christine

Capsule Wardrobe: 5 Must-Own Shoes Staples

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I am a firm believer that shoes can transform an outfit. They are one of my favorite things to buy! But I’m working on some upcoming posts sharing my capsule wardrobe suggestions, and wanted to kick it off by sharing my capsule shoes – the ones every closet needs! Here are the 5 shoe silhouettes you should own and a few suggestions for some of my current favorite silhouettes for each style.

Neutral Heel

A nude pump is the keystone of any capsule shoe collection. Wear them with boyfriend jeans during the day, a high-waisted trouser at the office, or a flirty dress for a night out. These louboutin heels were the first designer shoes I ever bought and they are still one of my favorites to this day.

NUDE CLEAR PUMP (ON SALE)

I love the clear/nude combo. This pair is a great price point (on sale right now) and the clear detail adds a more modern edge. Also love this suede pair for a more classic silhouette.

 

 

NUDE STILETTOS

These are my go-to nude heels. They are definitely an investment, but I have worn them on repeats for years, so if you are on the fence, splurge on these instead of buying 5-6 other pairs that you will wear a few times for a year or two before you are over them. They are timeless and go with everything.

NUDE PUMPS WITH STRAP DETAIL

Obsessed with the strap detail on these pumps! I have this style from them in white and it’s one of my favorites – they are classic but also super unique.

Simple White Sneaker

I live in my white sneakers! I grew up as a tomboy and own dozens of heels, but I’ll choose a white sneakers 9 times out of 10. With sportswear being such a huge ticket in fashion right now, you can get away with pairing sneakers with almost any look – a cropped trouser, sun dress, or a sporty look. Here are some of my favorites:

WHITE SNEAKERS

These are one of my favorite sneaker brands. I love all the color options they have (this pair is perfect for spring; also love the contrast on this pair). Also have this Reebok pair which has that similar retro vibe (and under $100).

CHUNKY SNEAKER

Who else is all about the chunky sneaker trend? I love pairing them with joggers and Nike socks for a streetstyle look, or also with boyfriend jeans or a spring dress to add a sporty vibe to any outfit.

SNEAKERS WITH NEON DETAIL

Obsessed with the neon detail on these sneakers! This is another great quality brand of sneakers – also love this neutral sneaker (similar here). This pair is another great lace-up option for under $50.

Combat Boot

WHITE-LACED COMBAT BOOTS

Combat boots! They are the biggest trend in boots right now – so big that they are overflowing into spring and summer looks. You can transition them into spring with  a mini skirt and cropped tee, with your joggers, or with a tailored cropped trouser. The possibilities are endless! Here are a few options to bring an edgy vibe to your closet.

COMBAT BOOTS WITH WHITE LACES (ON SALE UNDER $50)

If you aren’t ready to fully commit to the combat boot trend, this pair if the perfect way to dip your toe in. They are on sale right now under $50 and have more of a sleek silhouette if you don’t want a super chunky boot. I wear mine all the time. They also come in white!

BUCKLE COMBAT BOOTS

These boots were my big splurge this winter and they are hands down my favorites. I love the gold hardware detail. This pair is another great option with some hardware detail at a lower price point.

WHITE DOC MARTENS

If you weren’t convinced that 90s style was back in full force, these Doc Martens beg to differ. I love the idea of having a white combat boot – they are a great statement boot and pair more with your spring/summer ensembles.

 

Barely-There Sandal

Nothing gets more feminine than a pretty, barely-there sandal. They are a must during spring and summer to lighten up any and all of your outfits. Here are some of my favorite styles right now:

SNAKESKIN HEELED SANDALS (ON SALE UNDER $100)

Love the clear straps of these sandals with the animal print block heel! They have a casual feel so they are the perfect addition to elevate a simple or comfy look. Also on sale right now for under $100. (Love them in nude here too!)

KITTEN SANDALS

These are the epitome of the ‘barely there’ sandal silhouette. It’s so minimalist but also effortlessly chic. Pair them with your favorite jeans and a tee, a shorts suit, or any of your favorite dresses. (Also love this slide version here – on sale under $100.)

SQUARE TOE SANDALS

Square-toe, strappy sandals are everything right now and there are so many great options that don’t come with a Bottega Veneta price tag. Love these and also this slide silhouette.

Statement Shoe

shoes every closet needs

Every girl needs that special pair of show-stopping shoes to throw on when she needs them. The right shoe can turn even the most basic outfit into a winning look. Here are a few statement shoes I’m obsessed with, from sneakers to stilettos.

pink sandals

PINK SANDALS

If your shoe game is pretty neutral, the first step to adding a statement is a bold color. This season has so many amazing pastels and neons – the options are endless. How pretty are these pink sandals? Also obsessed with this gorgeous yellow kitten heel.

vintage nike sneakers

NIKE AIR MAX SNEAKERS

In a sea of white sneakers, you need to have a statement pair. Whether that means a colorful sneaker or a retro, chunky sneaker, you’re sportswear looks will thank you for stepping up your shoe game with a cool vintage silhouette Nike.

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CLEAR KITTEN HEEL

I cannot get over this pair of kitten heels! (Hello, modern day glass slipper!) From the gorgeous texture to the round heel, it is definitely a show-stopper. Since it’s a neutral, you can pair it with anything. It would be so chic with boyfriend jeans and a linen oversized button up.

capsule shoes

FLORAL SANDAL

This is one of my favorite spring shoes this season. The floral print is any easy way to bring some color and pattern to your wardrobe and the pleated material adds a really pretty texture. (Also how good is this sporty sandal version??)

 

I could go on forever – I’m such a sucker for shoes! But that’s a good start for a solid capsule shoe collection. Let me know which shoes are your favorite and also if I’m missing any shoes you consider a wardrobe staple!

XX, Christine

 

xo, Christine

How To Style: Elevated Athleisure

elevated athleisure

It’s no surprise that comfort is trending right now, but sportswear isn’t just for the gym or lazy mornings. One of my favorite trends right now is elevated athleisure – going from sneakers and streetstyle to blazers and business meetings. Below are a few ways to transition your athleisure pieces for multiple occasions.

elevated athleisure

STREET STYLE LOOK: TRACK PANTS (ALSO LOVE THESE) | CROPPED HOODIE (SIMILAR HERE) | SUNGLASSES (UNDER $100) | CARGO UTILTY JACKET (UNDER $50) | TOTE | GOLD EARRINGS | SNEAKERS (UNDER $100)

OFFICE LOOK: TRACK PANTS | ONE SLEEVE TANK (ON SALE UNDER $10 – COMES IN MULTIPLE COLORS) | SUNGLASSES (UNDER $50) | CAMEL BLAZER (ON SALE UNDER $50)| LIPSTICK | BRACELET | WOVEN TOTE (ON SALE UNDER $50) | SANDALS

The starting point for making the transition from daytime to desk job? A good pair of track pants. This is another great pair and love the color scheme on this pair (under $50). Track pants pair perfectly with a white sneaker and a cropped hoodie – just add a utility jacket for an extra layer to bring in some more detail (love this one). To make your track pants work for the office, swap out the sneakers for some pretty sandals. You can also add a fitted bodysuit layered under an oversized blazer. (Would also love this look with an oversized button up for an effortless but professional feel!)

Below are some other elevated athleisure pieces and other options for styling them!

XX, Christine

xo, Christine

50 Maternity Outfits At All Price Points

I have been getting a lot of questions about maternity outfits – since the bulk of my pregnancy was Spring/Summer I thought it was perfect timing to share a recap of some of my outfits from my pregnancy last year! I compiled a bunch of outfits of what I wore all into one post, so make sure you pin to save for future reference!

During my pregnancy, I was all about keeping it cool and comfortable. While I did buy a lot of new pieces for this pregnancy, less than 10% of them were actually maternity pieces! I bought a ton of affordable basics and just sized up to make some room for the bump. I’m typically a size S, so by the middle of my pregnancy I was sizing up to a M and by the end I was sometimes sizing up to a L. As you are about to see, dresses became my best friend! If I could tell you to get any one staple it’s a bodycon dress. I loved the ones from Forever21 – they are super cheap but probably my most worn. I got a medium and it lasted my whole pregnancy because they are super stretchy! They are a miracle worker when it comes to maternity style. Keep scrolling for some maternity style inspo, from dressy to casual:

DRESSES

maternity style

This first dress is show below at all trimesters of my pregnancy. The same dress 🙂

DETAILS: KNIT CARDIGAN (SIMILAR HERE) | NUDE DRESS (SIMILAR HERE) | SNEAKERS | WHITE HAT | CROSSBODY | NECKLACES

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DETAILS: NUDE DRESS (SIMILAR HERE)

pregnancy travel style

DETAILS: DENIM JACKET | NUDE DRESS (SIMILAR HERE) | QUILTED BACKPACK (SIMILAR HERE) | SCARF | SUNGLASSES

chic pregnancy outfit ideas

DETAILS: KHAKI BUTTON UP JACKET | NUDE DRESS (SIMILAR HERE) | WATCH

who what wear

DETAILS: RED DRESS (SIMILAR HERE) | BLACK STRAW TOTE (SIMILAR HERE)WATCH | PHONE CASE

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maternity blogger

*DETAILS: BLACK DRESS (SIMILAR HERE) | DENIM JACKET (SIMILAR HERE) | BLUSH CROSSBODY (SIMILAR HERE)WATCH

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maternity style ideas

DETAILS: WHITE BUTTON DOWN DRESS (SIMILAR HERE) | DENIM JACKET (SIMILAR HERE) | WHITE SANDALS | GREEN HEADBAND (SIMILAR HERE)WATCH

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casual pregnancy style

DETAILS: WHITE BUTTON DOWN DRESS | LONG KNIT BLAZER | SNEAKERS | LEATHER BUCKET BAG

maternity style inspo

DETAILS: WHITE SUMMER DRESS (SIMILAR HERE) | SNAKESKIN SLIDES | BLACK TOTE (SIMILAR HERE)

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maternity style guide

DETAILS: WHITE MINI DRESS (SIMILAR HERE)

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maternity dresses

DETAILS: GREEN RUFFLED DRESSWHITE SNEAKERS | SUNGLASSES | CHANEL BAG

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maternity fashion

DETAILS: GREY RIBBED KNIT DRESS (SIMILAR HERE)| BLUSH HAT | KNIT CARDIGAN (SIMILAR HERE) | OVERSIZED FAUX LEATHER TOTE (SIMILAR HERE) | SUEDE FLATS (SIMILAR HERE)

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affordable pregnancy style

DETAILS: GREY SWING DRESS (SIMILAR HERE) | *PINK SWEATSHIRT (SIMILAR HERE)WHITE SNEAKERS

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cute pregnancy fashion

DETAILS: BUTTON UP DRESS (SIMILAR HERE) | EMBELLISHED HEADBAND (SIMILAR HERE)

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pregnancy sweater dress

DETAILS: SWEATER DRESS (SIMILAR HERE)

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pregnancy office style

DETAILS: CAMEL COAT (SIMILAR HERE UNDER $100) | WHITE DRESS (UNDER $100) | LEOPARD PUMP

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DETAILS: SWEATSHIRT DRESS  (WEARING SIZE 6) | LEOPARD OVERCOAT (WEARING SIZE S) | BLACK OVER-THE-KNEE BOOTSNUDE CROSSBODY | SUNGLASSES | TORTOISE EARRINGS

affordable pregnancy outfits

DETAILS: GREY BUTTON DOWN DRESS (SIMILAR HERE) | CONVERSE | WATCH

pregnancy street style

DETAILS: CROPPED HOODIE (SIMILAR HERE) | GREY DRESS (SIMILAR HERE) | CONVERSE | LEATHER BUCKET BAG

cute pregnancy dress

DETAILS: WHITE BUTTON DOWN DRESS | WATCH 

dressy pregnancy style

DETAILS: FLORAL MINI DRESS | QUILTED CHANEL | NUDE SANDALS

yellow pregnancy maxi dress

DETAILS: YELLOW SHOULDER DRESS (SIMILAR HERE)

SHORTS/PANTS:

DETAILS: MATERNITY DENIM | WHITE TOP (SIMILAR HERE) WHITE SANDALS | LEOPARD PRINT HEADBAND (SIMILAR HERE UNDER $10) | TORTOISE HOOPS (SIMILAR HERE) | LV TOTE

dressy pregnancy style with blazer

DETAILS: OVERSIZED BLAZER (BORROWED FROM CODY – LOVE THIS ONE | BIKER SHORTSNUDE SANDALS | TOTE (SIMILAR HERE)

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sophisticated maternity wear

DETAILS: SILK TOP (SIMILAR HERE) | WHITE DENIM

DETAILS: BLACK SWEATER | CHECKED TROUSERS | BLACK EMBOSSED TOTE | NUDE SANDALS (UNDER $100) | TORTOISE EARRINGS

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DETAILS: WHITE BIKINI | WHITE BUTTON UP | BLACK BEACH PANTS | WHITE SANDALS | STRAW CROSSBODY

DETAILS: BLUSH BLAZER (UNDER $100) | GREY CAMI (UNDER $100) | DENIM | WHITE SLIDES | DIOR TOTE | SUNGLASSES

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DETAILS: PLAID BLAZER (SIMILAR HERE) | BLACK CAMISOLE

DETAILS: OVERALL SHORTS (MORE SIZES HERE)| PLAID BLAZER (SIMILAR HERE)  | BLACK TANK | BROWN OVER-THE-KNEE BOOTS | BLACK TOTE | SUNGLASSES (SIMILAR HERE)

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SKIRTS

pregnancy outfit ideas

DETAILS: BLUSH CAMISOLE | PINK SKIRT (SIMILAR HERE) | BLUSH CROSSBODY (SIMILAR HERE)SANDALS

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Skirts can work just as well post-pregnancy as during – the key is finding a flowy skirt with a stretchy waist band! So easy to dress up or down to make work for any occasion.

office maternity style

DETAILS: PLAID BLAZER– UNDER $50 (SIMILAR HERE UNDER $35, AND  HERE UNDER $50) | PINK SATIN SKIRT (SIMILAR HERE)WHITE SNEAKERS | CHANEL BAG | WATCH

leopard maternity pieces

DETAILS: LEOPARD CAMI (SIMILAR HERE)PLEATED LEOPARD SKIRT | SANDALS (SIMILAR HERE) | CHANEL BAG | SUNGLASSES

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DETAILS: BLUE SWEATER (WEARING SIZE S) | TWEED SKIRT (WEARING SIZE 2) | NUDE SANDALS (UNDER $100)

DETAILS: SATIN CAMI (SIMILAR HERE) | SLIP SKIRT

fall maternity style

DETAILS: SWEATER | MAXI SKIRT (SIMILAR HERE & HERE)| HAT (UNDER $100)

ROMPERS:

DETAILS: STRIPED ROMPER (SIMILAR HERE) | SANDALS (SIMILAR HERE) | STRAW BAG | LEOPARD PRINT HEADBAND (SIMILAR HERE UNDER $10)

Rompers are a great option for maternity wear! They usually have a little bit of give around the waist – just size up one and you can usually make it work well into your second trimester, and also you’ll be glad to have some cute romper options post-pregnancy.

DETAILS: ROMPER

SPORTSWEAR/LOUNGE:

maternity travel styleDETAILS: CAMEL COAT (ON SALE UNDER $50 | SIMILAR HERE) | BLACK TEE | FAUX LEATHER BIKER SHORTS | WHITE CANVAS SNEAKERS | SUNGLASSES (SIMILAR HERE)SUITCASE | DUFFEL (SIMILAR HERE)

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maternity loungewear

DETAILS: GREY BRALETTE (UNDER $15) | GREY BOTTOMS (UNDER $10) | DENIM JACKET (SIMILAR HERE)

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DETAILS: GREY LONG SLEEVE TEE | BLACK BIKER SHORTS | RED SNEAKERS | SUNGLASSES

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DETAILS: BLACK TANK | SHORTS (LOVE THESE) | NIKES (OLD – SIMILAR HERE) | QUILTED BACKPACK (SIMILAR HERE) | SUNGLASSES

DETAILS: SWEATER | LEGGINGS | SANDALS (UNDER $50)

DETAILS: BLACK TANK | SWEATS

DETAILS: POLO HAT | WHITE TANK | SHORTS | SANDALS (UNDER $50)

BABY SHOWER INSPO:

white maxi pregnancy dress

DETAILS: WHITE EMBELLISHED LACE DRESS

pregnancy dressy style

DETAILS: PINK SATIN DRESS (SIMILAR HERE) | STAR EARRINGS

formal dress

DETAILS: PINK DRESS (2019 COLLECTION) | EARRINGS | CODY’S BLUE SUIT COAT & TROUSERS

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grey formal dress

DETAILS: GREY TULLE DRESS | WATCH

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maternity cocktail dress

DETAILS: SEQUIN MINI DRESS | GOLD HEELS | BLUSH UMBRELLA (SIMILAR HERE)CHANEL BAG

 

Let me know which looks are your favorite! Below are some other pieces I love that would work for maternity style!

PIN NOW – SAVE FOR LATER:

50 MATERNITY OUTFIT IDEAS

 

XX, Christine

xo, Christine

The #1 Kitchen Essential You Need

the number one kitchen essential for cooking at home

cooking at home with the family

knife set

kitchen essentials

The Kitchenaid Mixer is a kitchen essential! Ours is 15% off right now here.

must-haves for cooking at home

orange juicer

kitchen essentials

Obsessed with my new knife set!

how to spend time in the kitchen

ollie andrew

He was so entertained with this orange haha. They always say everyday items are sometimes more exciting than toys and this was a case and point again 😜

easter pancakes

easter breakfast ideas

WEARING: TIE-DYE SWEATSHIRT | SLIPPERS 

DETAILS: KITCHENAID MIXER (ON SALE 15% OFF) | CITRUS JUICER (ON SALE UNDER $30) | SPIRALIZER ATTACHMENT (ON SALE 25% OFF) | SLICER/SHREDDER ATTACHMENT (ON SALE 20% OFF) | MINI HEART WAFFLE MAKER (UNDER $20) | TEXTURED MIXING BOWLS (ON SALE UNDER $30) | WHITE KNIFE SET (ON SALE UNDER $100)

If it were ever possible to break the ‘eating-out’ too much habit, it’s right now. Coincidentally, my parents were in town visiting last month when everything hit and it was the perfect chance to take advantage of their amazing cooking skills. We practiced some of their recipes together and they also gave me a list of their must-haves for cooking at home, so I wanted to share those plus the #1 kitchen essential everyone needs: THE KITCHENAID! I know it’s an investment but I seriously use mine so much!!  We usually used our mixer for chocolate chip cookies, but once this hit I just discovered all the attachments that blew my mind haha! I got this slicer, spiralizer, and citrus juicer attachment. I don’t think I’ve ever been so excited to cook but this makes all the prep work so easy! The Kitchenaid mixer and attachments are all on sale right now so if you have been on the fence about investing in one, now is the perfect chance. (You can also get an extra $10 off Home Sale items with code: HOME10 for orders $50+).

I also ordered this FryDaddy – french fries are my weakness! So excited to make some at home and Cody is obsessed with donuts so going to try and make those too!

And how cute is this heart waffle maker!

I’ve also saw a pretty white knife set a few months ago and have been dying for one so when I found this one on sale under $100, I had to have it.

Also love these pretty textured mixing bowls. There’s something about having pretty kitchenware that makes being in the kitchen a little easier, right? (Or is it just me haha).

Below are some other kitchen favorites!

XX, Christine

 

 

xo, Christine