Weekend Wear | The Long and Short of It

Plaid Button Down Shorts 3

Hey pretties!  I hope you all had a great weekend.  We transitioned from spring to summer really quickly with highs in the 90′s. This is what I wore on Saturday for a little shopping followed by some Mexican food on a patio.  Actually we took these pics between shopping and dinner, just before we saw [...]

Beach Vacation Essentials

Beach Vacation Essentials

Every summer, our family goes on a beach vacation.  This has been a tradition since our kids were old enough to travel.  The beach is about the only place we can take our family that has something for everyone.  Our teen son gets to bring a friend.  They walk around on the beach and talk [...]

Pretty Living | Ikat Inspired

Ikat Bedding

Ikat is the new chevron. Tribal prints are having a moment right now and ikat is definitely one of my favorites.  Not only is it a fashion trend, it’s incredibly versatile for home decor.  I’ve been adding dashes of it to the our outdoor living spaces with these fun pillows and ottoman. The easiest way [...]

I Feel Pretty | In Pink

Coral Beige Striped Maxi 34

OK, so today’s post title is totally confusing because, surprise! – I’m not wearing pink at all.  But what I am wearing is this set of bangles from fashion jeweler In Pink.  This arm candy adds something special to my maxi dress. [In Pink Gold Bracelet Set] In Pink also does something really unique.  When you [...]

Spring Style | Five Favorite Looks

Five Looks for Spring

I hope all of you mamas had the best Mother’s Day ever!  Mine was pretty near perfect.  Church, a nice lunch on the patio at one of my favorite restaurants, a bike ride and hike, followed by some shopping.  I just wish it lasted for more than one day.  Is it just me or has [...]

Wardrobe Update | Five Summer Essentials

Summer Wardrobe Updates 2013

Hey pretties!  It’s the day of the week where it’s not only recommended but required to get our shop on.  Each Friday, I encourage all of you to take a little out of the weekly budget to do something pretty for yourselves. This week’s Payday Pretty inspiration features items to update your wardrobe for summer.  [...]

Five Bargain Beauty Best Buys

Best Bargain Beauty Buys

I love luxury cosmetics and beauty products just as much as the next woman.  But let’s be realistic, busy moms are all about convenience and a good bargain too!   Most of the time, I’m not going out of my way to a department store to shop for high end products.  When I need something, [...]

I Feel Pretty | Risky

Coral Cardigan, Yellow Shirt

[Jeans:  Gap/Cardigan:  Target/Shirt:  Old Navy/Earrings:  c/o Silver Speck/Leather Bracelet:  c/o Fossil/Bangles:  c/o Alex and Ani/Glasses:  Similar/Wedges:  Target] GET THE LOOK One of the great things about blogging is that I’m so much more willing to take risks with fashion now.  Last year at this time, you never would’ve caught me mixing patterns or wearing printed [...]