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Summer Days in a Red Polka Dot Dress

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...

Shopbop Sale!

Shopping

As you may or may not know, Shopbop is one of my favorite places to shop! They have an amazing selection and ship to you in just two days. They currently have a sale going on, that you can take advantage of until April 14, 2018. So don’t wait! SALE DETAILS What: 20% Off Orders Under $500, 25% Off Orders of $500 or More Use Code: EVENT18 at checkout My Picks: Handbag | Swimsuit | Heels | Phone Case | Earrings Blue Purse | Rose Gold Flamingo Float

Winter in April

Fashion•Lifestyle•Outfits

Blogging is always interesting. There always seems to be a decision I need to make – whether I show more of real life versus showing my “best life”. Ya feel me on this? This past weekend, when I knew we would actually have time to shoot an outfit, I debated pulling out my SPRING TIME LOOKS because OMG it is supposed to be spring. But it’s not. So instead, I opted for a go-to winter look – because – well – it’s basically still winter here in Minnesota! Can I get an ugh ugh? But, the good news is...

Shine-Free, Dewy Skin All Day Long: Olay Whips Moisturizers

Beauty•Skincare

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Olay. The opinions and text are all mine. It’s not new information that I’m a HUGE beauty junkie: both skin care and makeup wise. I love playing around with different looks with my makeup, but wouldn’t be able to achieve the looks I want without the proper prepping. That’s where skincare comes in – more specifically – my pre-makeup moisturizer. The unicorn in my book right now? Olay Whips Moisturizers! Not only does it offer powerful hydration, it also instantly absorbs into skin, so you don’t have to wait...

Stitch Fix Review: February 2018

Fashion•Shopping•Videos

Hello all! Guess what?! I’m doing my first YouTube video in three years – yes you read that correctly – 3 years. And I’m sharing my Stitch Fix review from February 2018! My intention of course was to hammer out a bunch of video content over the past few years, but here we are in March of 2018. Oh well – moving forward, I’m just going to force myself to do it. I always feel awkward – I say awkward things, make awkward faces and it takes some time to edit – but it’s worth it! Why? Because I...

Long, Oversized Yellow Coat

Fashion•Outfits

Hello FRIENDS! I hope you had an amazing Thanksgiving and Thanksgiving weekend! This is my FIRST outfit post in awhile and my first outfit post as a MARRIED WOMAN! I look so different don’t I?! Haha, just kidding. You know the funny thing is I thought I would have SO much more free time post-wedding to dedicate to this space, but it’s honestly just been catching up with so much I had to put on hold while I was finalizing the details of our wedding. Speaking of, we got our photos back and I absolutely cannot wait to share...

Shopbop Sale Picks! The Event of the Season!

Shopping

I have an obsessive relationship with Shopbop… many of my most complimented pieces have come from Shopbop as well as some of my best gifts. That’s why I wanted to share one of their most AMAZING sales, happening right now, so be sure to check out the Event of the Season at Shopbop! Use code EOTS17 at checkout to apply the discount of 20% off orders under $500 and 25% off orders more than $500! Here are some of my top picks and things that need to get in my closet NOW: Shop the Post 1. Jean Jacket 2....

The 2017 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale – Top Sale Picks!

Fashion•Shopping

Happy Monday friends! Yesterday, I went shopping at Nordstrom for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is open!, and picked up some amazing pieces and beauty items! And, in just a few days, it will be open to everyone! Officially, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale starts on July 21, 2017! You can see some of my Instagram stories of what I tried on, but here is a full recap of what I tried on and what I purchased! From new jeans to the best beauty deals, here are my top picks for Nordstrom’s 2017 Anniversary Sale!

Winter Casual Style – Stone Arch Bridge | Monday Mode

Fashion•Monday Mode•Outfits

Hey there friends! Happy Monday. I hope you had a fabulous weekend. I spent a fabulous weekend with friends and got to see my little sister for a bit, so all in all it was great. I was sick last Thursday and Friday, so it was nice to wake up Saturday morning and feel like I could get up out of bed and go have some fun. This weekend was also the first time I’ve really experienced the cold here in Minnesota (it came when I was in Florida, so I haven’t been able to truly let it sink...