Oh how I wish I was still in Mexico right about now! A few months ago Austin and I went out to visit The Cape Cabo and during our trip, I pretty much lived in swim suits and coverups. ...
Happy almost weekend, friends! White is such a huge trend we are seeing for Spring & Summer and I wanted to share with you a little inspiration at all price points. ...
Happy Wednesday! I am excited to share with you some of my favorite pieces from the surprise Shopbop Sale. There are a few exclusions, but almost everything is 25% off! It's a great time to stock up on your favorite gladiator sandals (I just purchased those in "blush" and found they run about a 1/2 size bigger than normal), summer dresses (I just bought this drop waist dress for a work conference this weekend and my sister-in-laws rehearsal dinner, if in-between sizes, I suggest going down a size) and boyfriend shorts. Be sure to use code "INTHEFAM" at checkout. ...
When it comes to my Spring and Summer beauty routine, I like to keep things as simple as possible. I look for double-duty products that will last during hot Summer days all while keeping that subtle glow. I took these products with me while we were in Mexico and I am excited to share with you some of my current makeup favorites. A few of these are new and some are oldies, either way, you need to know about them!
PS: The Weekend Edit will be coming next week. I've been pretty busy with the wedding shower tomorrow, so my content has been slightly pushed back. Thanks for understanding! xx Ashley
LONG WEAR FOUNDATION WITH SPF
I always make sure to use SPF year round, but I pay special attention to my sunscreen during the Spring & Summer. I love that It Cosmetics adds SPF to their popular CC Cream. My favorite is the CC Illuminating Cream 50+ SPF (I wear the color Medium). Ya'll, this stuff is amazing. I tried the original formula, and it just wasn't for me. It was pretty thick and while it offered amazing coverage, I find the Illuminating CC Cream to be better suited for my skin. It's not sheer by any ...
This Bohemian Drop Waist Dress (under $30) was the perfect piece to take along during our trip to Mexico. It was honestly one of the easiest items to pack and I did not have to worry about wrinkles (major bonus). I love this dress because it's perfect for transitioning into summer. The fabric is light, but not sheer, and the long billowed sleeves make it practical for chilly nights. If you saw my snapchat from yesterday, this was the dress I was wearing!
Thanks so much for reading! xx Ashley
OUTFIT DETAILS: Shein Navy Drop Waist Dress (fit: I am wearing a Medium, however I wish I tried the small. I usually size up when I order from Shein, but this seemed to run pretty true in size // quality: overall, I was pretty impressed. It's not sheer and doesn't seem to wrinkle.) | Soludos Leather Espadrilles (fit: true to size) I also love the wedge espadrille version| Lipstick: YSL Glossy Stain #17 Encre Rose ...
There's nothing like a white dress to get you ready for spring. I loved wearing this White Embroidered Dress (now on sale with code BIGEVENT16) during our trip to Cabo San Lucas.
It was light and airy and perfect for the warmer weather. I have to mention, I love that this dress is fully lined. So often white clothing can be sheer or too thin, and this was the perfect balance. It even came with a removable slip! I wore this dress when we ate at Manta. I can't wait to wear this throughout the Summer!
On another note, if you are a new blogger (or aspiring blogger!) in the Dallas area, I want to invite you to join me at the Go!Forth Workshop on March 23rd from 6:00-8:00 PM. This event will be held at Lion & Witch (a favorite Dallas boutique) and I will be speaking and sharing tips on how to grow your brand and make the most out of your social media. I will also be answering Q & A's during the evening! Seating is limited so you will need to
Last week, Austin and I traveled to Cabo San Lucas to work on a project for The Teacher Diva and in the midst of shooting content and phone meetings, we also made an effort to relax and enjoy our time in Mexico (it's always important to have balance, right?).
During our trip, we stayed at The Cape Hotel in Cabo San Lucas. The luxe resort is a singular beachfront retreat with a perfect view of The Arch and the Bahía San Lucas horizon. Thompson Hotels already have an outstanding reputation, and The Cape Hotel did not dissapoint.
The incredible service starts as soon as you get off your plane and get through customs. The hotel offers private transportation to and from the airport, so you have the opportunity to take a private car (with complimentary bottled water, wifi and candy) to the resort. You can also find a local taxi easily when you walk outside of the airport. The private car is around $140 and the taxi is around $60. The drive is about 45 minutes, but it goes by pretty fast and you have a great view of the desert and beach.
From the moment we drove up to the property, we were impressed with the detailing and service. Austin and I were each greeted by the hotel staff offering us "Welcome Drinks" (this was a nice treat considering the hotel was not all inclusive). As we started walking ...
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Sorry for the double post today, but I did not want you guys to miss out on the Shopbop Spring Sale! This is a very exciting sale, especially now that we are gearing up for warmer weather. I love this sale and plan on taking advantage of this rare opportunity to save on full priced, new arrivals.
A trend that we will see for Spring and Summer is wedged platforms. I am very excited about this (wedges are so much easier to walk in!) and have had my eye on these Suede Espadrilles. I also have to share that these Boyfriend Shorts are one of my favorites. I purchased these two years ago, and wear them non stop during the summer (see how I've worn them here,
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If there's one piece I'm loving for Spring and Summer, it's this white romper from Topshop. Usually, I have a difficult time finding rompers that are flattering and fit correctly. As much as I love them, they don't seem to look as cute on me as they do others! However, I absolutely fell in love with this one. I was a little nervous it would be sheer or see through (like most white dresses and pants tend to be) but luckily, that was not the case.
This white romper has the right amount of structure and is perfect for a dressy or casual occasion. I personally loved pairing it with these lace up heels (I know, I wear these all of the time, but they're just that good). Any time I wear a romper I always pair it with a heel to give my legs a little extra length. If you're looking for a smaller heel, these are very similar.
Topshop has so many new pieces right now for Spring and Summer, and as always, the prices are pretty affordable. I've linked some of my favorites from Nordstrom below and they are all under $100.
Thanks for reading! xx
OUTFIT DETAILS: Topshop White ...
TOPSHOP FAVORITES UNDER $100
By now I'm sure we all can agree this cold weather has got to go. Being in Dallas we haven't experienced it quite like other areas, but I sure do miss patio weather. I can't help but dream of a sitting on a beach in Mexico!
In effort to make winter more bearable, Austin and I decided to plan a little "Winter Escape" in February. I'm heading to Cabo to work on a project for The Teacher Diva, but we decided to extend the trip a couple days and make a little getaway out of it.
Just as I’ve been counting down the days until this little trip, I’ve also been planning out my packing list. The thing I love about traveling to the beach is that you really don’t need much. I try to keep my packing limited to these essentials:
SWIMWEAR
What is a trip to the beach without fabulous (and affordable) swimwear? I am in love with these suits from Modcloth. I can't get over this Pastel One-Piece Swimsuit. The colors are so beautiful and I love the way it fits (I am always a fan of a cute one-piece)! I also found this high-wasted Two-Piece that will look great with my fringed and lace coverup. Speaking of coverups, I have been looking for a white ...
