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  • Spring Style in Vermont

    So far the weather in Vermont has been what you would expect of springtime: a few chilly days, a...
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  • Our First Week in Vermont!

    Oh hey! It’s been a bit over a week – and a couple of weeks since my last life...
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  • Life Update……

    Hello! I cannot believe I’m finally able to share the news! I’ve been talking about this for so long...
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  • Snow Days in a Colorful Sweater

    It’s officially March and I keep asking myself, “where was this snow back in December?” Many of us were...
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  • My Top 11 Winter Beauty Essentials | Hair, Skin &...

      It seems that no matter what part of the country you’re in, winter has taken its toll this...
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Spring Favorites

It’s the Gift Giving Time of Year

Holidays•Shopping
The holiday season is upon us, which means it’s time to start (at the very least) doing your research about what your significant other wants or needs. Some people prefer to wait until the last minute to get a gift for that someone special, but wouldn’t it mean more if you found a gift that really means something? For starters, there are plenty of sites which offer great ideas on women’s gifts. Whether it’s jewelry, clothing, or some other fancy accessory that she’s had her eye on, it’s important to get a head start on determining just the right...

7 Year Blog Birthday!

Lifestyle•Outfits
Wow, it’s incredible to think that seven years ago, I officially hit publish on my first blog post! I cannot believe it’s already been seven years since starting Rachel’s Lookbook. It was literally a conversation between my now husband and I one October evening in 2011. The following month, I started on this blog journey. While I’ve been taking quite the break over the past year, I’m not going anywhere – just truly trying to find the next step for this little space of mine. Today, I’ve rounded up my looks from the past year and can’t wait for...

Dreaming in Yellow

Fashion•Outfits

 The color yellow is symbolic of intellect, energy, agility, happiness, harmony, and wisdom.  “Yellow is an important spiritual color. Some may view this as a symbol of peace and harmony. Symbolically, yellow indicates kingship as it was a Chinese imperial color, but also the color of Saint Peter’s robes. As yellow is also the color of the sun, it suggests that God is on your side.” Recently, I’ve been dreaming in yellow, and my dreams have been very encouraging and motivating. After losing who I was for awhile this year due to so many things out of our control,...

5 Ways to Master Magnificent Interiors

Interior Design•Lifestyle

Considering these factors will help you create the perfect living space without the hard work Interior design is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, playing around with different looks and themes in your décor is a fun activity which results in some pretty fantastic spaces when the task is complete. On the other hand, with so many different options out there it can be extremely difficult to know what the perfect design for your home is, and this can be frustrating. Having the right guidance and inspiration in place can make interior design much easier, removing the difficulty...

Dull to Dreamy: Olay Foaming Whip Body Wash

Beauty•Skincare

This post is sponsored by Olay. When it comes to my morning routine – taking a fast shower is usually part of getting ready, but even with a fast shower, I like to fully enjoy the 15 minutes I get every morning to think to myself and prep for the day ahead. I always love to feel a little bit pampered every morning, as a way to energize and rejuvenate before a long day at work. With the new Olay Foaming Whip Body Wash, I am able to pamper myself every single morning with a luxe lather!

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Beautiful Wedding Invitations: Styles for Every Couple

Wedding

I cannot believe it’s been almost a year since our wedding! The entire planning process and the aftermath have certainly been a whirlwind, which is why I’m excited to talk to you about beautiful wedding invitations from Basic Invite. Wedding invitations was one of my absolute favorite parts about planning the wedding. I had a very specific idea in mind, and it was exciting to find the perfect invites, RSVPs and wedding detail cards with my now husband. That’s why I’m excited to share my reasons why Basic Invite is perfect for any couple to find their perfect, beautiful wedding...

Summer Days in a Red Polka Dot Dress

Fashion•Outfits

Hello friends! Happy July, happy summer! I hope life has been going well for you. The red-fire heat of summer is here to stay, and I’m embracing it with some red of my own. Over the 4th of July, I was lucky enough to spend time with some of my dearest friends from high school in Independence, Iowa. Independence is near my hometown of Cedar Falls, so I was also able to spend a wonderful day with my family (even though I was also working remotely that day). While I worked, my mom and husband went to Goodwill. There’s...

New Hair + Giveaway with Salon Essence in Chanhassen!

Beauty•Hair

  Exciting news! I’m teaming up with Salon Essence in Chanhassen to giveaway a FREE HAIRCUT! Last Thursday, I went to get my hair colored, cut and, as you can see, given new life. It had been more than 5 months since my last touch up and I am IN LOVE with the results.

Beautiful Maxi Dresses for 2018 and How to Wear Them

Fashion•Shopping

If you like dresses, you are in luck because this year virtually every designer has included at least some in their collections. Today´s women have definitely fallen back in love with dresses and skirts. If you are one of them you really cannot go wrong with a maxi dress. This iconic style has the potential to work for virtually any woman and for most occasions. Clothing retailers like jdwilliams.co.uk have hundreds of different ones for you to choose between. So, it really will not be difficult to find one or two that you really like. A sheath cut maxi...

Get Ready With Me: Wedding Guest Look

Beauty

This post is sponsored by Crest.   It is officially that time of year! Wedding season is in full swing, and I’ve already attended two + a bachelorette party. And still only 8 months out from my own wedding. There is nothing more exciting than watching your friends commit themselves to forever with the ones they love. Weddings have always and will always be the most magical of days. I love love, and there is so much to go around. I also LOVE getting ready for weddings! It’s a special time where everyone gets dressed up, made up and...

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