During the holidays, we like to make our gift giving to the boys very intentional, making sure we make the real focus on the true meaning of Christmas. That said, we certainly get gifts for the boys and adhere to the "something they want, something they need, something to wear, something to read" concept. It helps keep gifting simple, stress free and practical. We also like to do some sort of joint gift, which is typically an experience that we can enjoy together as a family, like an overnight Read More
Fun Products for Getting Holiday Party Ready
This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com. Is it just me, or did the holidays just sneak up on us out of nowhere? Christmas is less than 6 weeks away! I am still in disbelief over here... And with the holidays come all the parties. Whether it's company holiday parties, Thanksgiving (and friendsgiving) get togethers, Christmas gatherings and all its related events, there are always some fun occasions to get dressed up and add some pizzazz to our looks. The folks at Babbleboxx sent Read More
Minimalist Holiday Gifts for Men
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. Product was provided by the client for review; however, all opinions are mine alone. #WorldsSmartestToothbrush #PhilipsSonicare #OprahsFavoriteThings #CollectiveBias Hover over the image above to start shopping for the minimalist man in your life! With our son Bryce, we implemented the "4 types of gifts" approach for Christmas: something they want, something they need, something to wear and something to read. It Read More
Mom Style #40 // Classic Holiday Outfit in Ivory and Black
Sweater: Madewell c/o Shopbop {exact, exact} Pants: Old Navy {exact} Flats: Target {exact} Necklace: Madewell c/o Shopbop {exact} When it comes to holiday looks, I love a good buffalo plaid button down and fun, trendy sequin skirts as much as the next gal, but you just can't go wrong with the classics. And it doesn't get more classic than ivory and black. I've been wearing this Madewell tie-waist sweater nonstop since I got it. It's warm and cozy, and front tie belt gives it a Read More
Recipe // Black Bean and Rice Salad with Minute Rice
This post is written by my on behalf of Minute® Rice, a brand I use regularly. The post features a festive holiday recipe and a fun recap of an event I got to attend. Check it out! During the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, I feel like I’m always baking and cooking all kinds of things for parties, get togethers and entertaining, and that’s on top of our regular family meals. Anyone else with me? One go-to ingredient I always keep on hand is Minute® Rice. This pantry staple is Read More
Practical Indulgences as Gifts
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GiftSilkn #CollectiveBias I have a theory that you can never go wrong with giving a gift that is a “practical indulgence” – meaning that it’s something useful but is also a little more of an upgrade than what someone would normally purchase on their own. For example, take hair removal. I have always wanted to indulge in something that can remove hair permanently, but I can never justify Read More
Shopbop Sale + BONUS Cash Back | Gift Ideas
I love a good sale…and this is one I particularly love because you can shop ONLINE and avoid the Black Friday crowds! (Plus, their shipping is crazy fast, no joke.) It’s the Shopbop Buy More, Save More Sale! It starts NOW through November 29th at 11:59pm PT. You get 15% off orders of $250+, 20% off orders $500+ and 25% off orders $1000+ with code GOBIG15. BUT—make the deal even sweeter by starting at one of these awesome cash back shopping sites: 1- Start at Ebates and get 3% cash Read More
