It's All About the Labels

Morning,

Hope you're Tuesday is starting off to a fabulous one! So last night as I was writing today's post I totally got ahead of myself and realized that to shop for healthy products you need to learn the basics of food labels. Yea I know it kind of sucks but you just have to do it and trust me you'll be better off for it in the future :)

Fit is not a Destination...

It's a way of life! Earlier this morning I started off with some motivation to get you excited about this journey and I'm continuing with this momentum! Yes, exercising does play a big role into your fitness endeavors but you can't eat big macs all day and then assume you'll work it off later. Think of your body as a temple...it's sacred and you should treat it like gold. Even if you aren't taking an accurate log of your intake you body always will.

Morning Mod-ivation

Morning sweeties,

Ah the holiday season is upon us and that also means all those yummy treats can set you back in your fitness goals. Well no need to worry because I have been working on making this week entirely about fitness, healthy eating and some great tips to keep you in the best shape even through the holidays!

Cyber Monday Craze!

Good Afternoon!

Happy hump day! I know today is a busy day for all of you lovelies because it's Thanksgiving eve. Don't want to wake up at the crack of dawn to shop in the madness on Friday? Well who could blame you! That's why Cyber Monday is every lazy shoppers dream day! Two shopping holiday's in one week I mean it doesn't get any better than this! Just like Black Friday I would advise you to make a plan of attack to the reap the best rewards. Also since you will be shopping online make sure to check if the website is safe and secure. Here'es a few tips and tricks to make the most of your Cyber Monday!

Gobble til You Wobble

Happy Thanksgiving!

Enjoy this holiday with your family and friends while your diet is forgotten (but just for today)! This year I'm thankful for friends,family and all the little things! What are you most thankful for this year?

Everything Thanksgiving : Round two

Today it's all about Thanksgiving  leftovers and clever ways to work them into new dishes! I'm pretty excited for Thanksgiving (and of course Black Friday)! I'm sure by now the menu is finalized and you have a game plan for the day of because you're just awesome right? Of course! The biggest challenge to work into other dishes is of course the  turkey, ham or prime rib. I mean I like turkey sandwiches with extra stuffing  but honestly how many turkey sandwiches can you have?

Beautiful Reminder

Good Morning,

How was your weekend? Well I'm sure you'd rather be cuddled up in bed watching a movie but it is Monday and we do have places to be! I was on Pinterest the other day looking for printables and came across this beauty.

Battling Black Friday

Morning,

It is exactly one week from the most wonderful shopping holiday of the year...BLACK FRIDAY! It's one crazy, hectic and yet fulfilling day filled with some amazing deals! You'll get all the tips and tricks to becoming a deal catching diva! Alright so let's get to dominating the sales and becoming a frugal fashionista! Just to note, I have not included ALL stores because well that post would literally take FOREVER! I've chosen a few select stores with the most deals available and also included links for you to browse through.

All these great deals and even more can be found here

Lovin' me Some Chevron!

Hey there dolls!

So lately, my current obsession has been the Chevron print! Ah I just adore it to pieces! It's so fun, simple and chic as well as absolutely pretty! I've been scouring pinterest and we heart it to find all the BEST chevron prints! Why you ask? Well because there's no way you can look at these prints without using them!

Craftastic Adventures of Fall

Hello,
Enjoying your Tuesday so far? Well it's about to get a little bit cheerier because it's time to break out the glue gun! It's all about crafting today and enhancing that gorgeous home of yours. I know that you are all busy planning a menu for turkey day next week because you're an amazing domestic goddess! Duh! Anyways, while your juggling a menu, cooking and guests don't forget about fall decor! These craft ideas are super simple even for the novice crafter.

Driving Slow on Monday Morning...

Good Morning lovelies!

I hope you had a fantastic weekend and hopefully got most of your to-do's done. It's another Monday morning and that means a new week is upon us! It feels like each week goes by faster than the previous. Pretty soon it will be Black Friday (my all time fav shopping holiday)! For those of you that are allergic to mornings as I am it's no easy feat to get up and quit hitting the snooze button so that's why I'm sending you all some morning inspiration for the week. So sit back and enjoy your morning dose of coffee/tea and enjoy a little "me time".

Oh So Sweet and Shabby Chic

Ruffles, lace, flowers oh my! Since today is Friday I've declared that it is Friday Briday (Bride-day)! That's right today is dedicated to weddings and especially a shabby chic wedding! I have to admit that I have a sweet spot for weddings and for anything shabby chic. Eeek I love love love this theme so much because it is so feminine, relaxed, low key and elegant all at the same time!

Don't you just love this inspiration board?! This type of theme would be perfect for a small, intimate gathering with your closest friends and family. My favorite type of shindig! Personally, it's the MOST customizable theme I can think of because you're using found objects and most of the elements are DIY.  The more personal touches you add to your wedding the more your guests will just gush over your impeccable taste!

Unabashedly Lilly

Today is one of my absolute favorite days next to National Pink Day and my birthday because it's Lilly Pulitzer's birthday! The big 8-0! I love the bright colors, patterns and the lifestyle behind it! So if you're planning on making a shopping trip make sure you head over to your local Lilly Pulitzer store for some fabulous shift dresses, wedge sandals and gifts with purchase! I know that once you step ,into the pink and lime green walls of a Lilly store you'll instantly be transformed into a Lilly Lover! Speaking of pink and lime green, all of this inspired me to create a Lilly - collage featured below with a few of my fav pieces

Cheers!

Today is Piperlime's 5th birthday and that means that you get a special treat! In honor of their special day Piperlime is offering 20%! Happy Birthday! Enjoy some online shopping and  I hope you find some great deals!

Piperlime Fifth Birthday by featuring boot cut jeans

Have a sweet day!

xoxo,

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Fall Dinner Party Part II

Hello there lovelies!

This past week I shared the first part of my dinner party series including the menu, the inspiration. Today, it's all about the tablescapes, the centerpieces, and favors! Oh I LOVE favors and especially the handmade kind- they are so much more special than anything store bought. 

Creating a tablescape isn't that intimidating at all and in fact you can use whatever you have on hand. There's no need to go buy colored linens or spend a lot of money. If you have a white/cream colored table cloth, use it! Then layer that with some orange or yellow votives down the length of the table. You can find votives anywhere and to add a special touch tie a ribbon around the votive. Try an orange candle with a light green ribbon or a red candle with a mustard yellow ribbon.

Monday Morning Inspiration

Good morning!

I hope that it's nicer where you are because it's a gloomy day in Texas. Anyways, since Monday mornings are the hardest day of the week (and my least fav) I thought I would share some inspirational quotes to get you off to a great start for the week!

Have a sweet day!

xoxo,

Be Brave while Others are Afraid

I saw this tonight while I was on WE <3 IT (Don't worry I'll cover all my fav social networking sites in another post soon) and this just stood out to me right away! I absolutely <3 it! It's so simplistic yet resonates so strongly with me and hopefully with you!

Have a good night!

xoxo,

Fall Dinner Party (Part I)

Fall is such a special time of year and it's the best time to gather with your friends and family! So why not throw a small dinner party? There's nothing better than having a fun time with your closest friends enjoying good food, drinks and a fabulous time! So maybe you don't like to stress over a party or feel like you're in over your head well don't worry because I think that a party hostess should be stress free the entire night! I have always loved planning parties and today you'll be getting a glimpse into my dinner party ideas for fall. This is part one of my fall dinner party that includes my inspiration, and the menu.

Just Because...

I just couldn't help myself, I saw this and HAD to share it with you all! 

P.S. - click on the picture for a special effect!

Have a sweet day!

xoxo,

Hello Blogging World!

Welcome to my newbie blog!

I am so happy you came on over to my sweet corner! I am so so so excited to start my blogging and for that you will have to be a little patient with me as I maneuver my way around here! So to start off I'll tell you a little bit about myself..I am a fashion merchandising student and this is also my SENIOR year of college! whoo hoo! It's been a long time coming and cannot wait for MAY 2012! Let's see...I am originally from Florida and then went to college for my AA in fashion at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM) in California. Then I moved to Texas to get my bachelor's and currently studying my life away but I'll always make time for my blog! So anyways, I digress this blog is all about the pretty things in life and my musings as fashion student including all my crafting adventures.

Enjoy!

Have a sweet day!

xoxo,