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10 Outfits From The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019

My Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019 picks are in and the sale is officially here, can you believe it? For the past 7 years I've covered this sale, and each year I think it's better than the last. Now, to be honest, I was a little underwhelmed by the 2019 catalog. I found a few things that called my name, but it gave me some doubts about the sale. Well, that was until I was able to preview everything and get a look for myself. I'll be the first to admit I was wrong — the sale is good. Real good. And per your request, I'll be covering beauty (hello Tom Ford), Baby (still waiting on George to tell us his "picks"), denim, shoes and by popular demand, blazers. But today, I'm first sharing 10 outfits I created from my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2019 picks. ...

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10 Products to Upgrade Your Summer Beauty Bag

It's always this time of year where I pursue a "less is more" approach to my summer beauty routine. I try to find products that give me breathable coverage, dewy skin, and of course, double as my SPF. But there's more to summer beauty than just SPF — and if we're being honest, we should be wearing it year-round, right? ...

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15 Vintage Inspired Tees Under $100

Nothing beats a slouchy graphic tee and distressed denim. It's the quintessential piece for off-duty style and I'm here for it. I've collected quite a few vintage-inspired tees over the past few years and love styling them with denim shorts on summer days, distressed denim and heels or tied up in a front knot with leggings. ...

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5 Trends I’m Wearing This Summer

I'm not usually one to plan my outfit around trends. Typically I stick with more classic and basic looks, but recently I can't help but find myself pulling pieces influenced be these 5 summer trends. Whether it's seashells, animal print (always my favorite) or polka dots, we've included several that are budget-friendly in addition to some by our favorite designers. Which one is your favorite? ...

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This 4-Step Skincare Regimen Guarantees Glowing Skin

It goes without saying that no matter what type of skin you have, we all want it to feel hydrated, smooth and radiant. If you've kept up with "Beauty Talk", you know my struggle with hormonal acne and uneven skin tone has been going on for quite some time. But since going to my dermatologist, I've learned to simplify my routine and focus on the ingredients I'm using on my skin. ...

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How I Approach My Wardrobe After Having a Baby

It's no secret I've been a loyal Rent The Runway Unlimited subscriber for over a year now. I've mentioned how it was a lifesaver when I was shopping for designer maternity outfits and now being one month postpartum, I find it even more valuable. ...

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Our Starbucks Summer Drink Order

We appreciate a good cup of coffee around here and now that iced coffee season is upon us (as if it ever went anywhere), we are making more trips to our nearby Starbucks. Between Austin, Victoria and myself, one of us usually makes a coffee run two or three times a week. I'm a creature of habit and typically stick with my Iced Chai, but I love to see what everyone else orders. And if I'm feeling adventurous, I'll try something new. ...

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Father’s Day 2019 Gift Ideas

It's Austin's first Father's Day and I can't wait to make this day extra special for him. For his gifts, I went with something  small and sentimental and something fun for him and George to do as he grows up. Ahh, so excited. When shopping for the perfect gift, I came across a few that would be worth noting if you are still trying to hunt down the perfect gift for your Dad, Grandpa or Baby Daddy. Many of these have free 2-day shipping so you will get them just in time! My personal faves include the Dior Sauvage Eau de Parfum  (Austin wears this), Tool Organizer and of course the AirPods with Charging Case. ...

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What I Wore to my Baby Shower

Last month, my best friends threw me the most wonderful shower to celebrate the anticipation of baby George. I'll be sharing my baby shower photos soon, but today, I wanted to share some ideas for other mamas-to-be or brides. We all know that finding your "shower dress" can be intimidating. And if you are on the hunt for your baby shower dress, it's a whole other story. ...

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