Last weekend I wrote a long post about my one-month anniversary for quitting my day job and blogging full time and my blog ate it. I was in Texas, it was 11pm (so really midnight back home) and my dashboard (the backend of my blog) seemed to go back in time several days. Posts I…
This post is sponsored by Macy’s and ShopStyle. There’s many different women in my closet, but one who remains is the one who loves classic style with a slight edge. Breton striped tops, blazers, dark denim, red lips, classic aviators. One thing I have always wanted in my closet was a classic camel coat but…
This post is sponsored by Talbots and ShopStyle A good portion of my wardrobe this season is from Talbots. Recently I featured a formal look from Talbots, today it’s much more casual. However, both looks have in common Talbots’ famous modern classic style. Jacket: Double-Breasted Peacoat c/o Talbots (16 Petite) | Blouse: Silky Twill Blouse…
This post is sponsored by Gwynnie Bee, but all words and thoughts are my own. You all know I am a fan of Gwynnie Bee. I have been a member of this plus size clothing rental service for over five years and find the quality, selection, and brands keeps getting better and better. I know…
This post is sponsored by Samsung. Thank you Samsung for this opportunity! When I found out I was pregnant, I got pretty “back to basics” with a lot of our lifestyle. We switched to natural products – eco-friendly dish detergent, lots of castile soap and vinegar. We cut out paper towels and even cloth diapered…
About a decade ago I bought us a toaster oven on Overstock. It was $35 and was awesome for cooking for the two of us without heating up the whole house with the oven. Once Emerson was on the scene, it was popular for toast and cooking up some chicken nuggets. Sadly, that lovely $35…
When you have to dress in business attire every day for work, it can get expensive. Blazers, lined trousers, matching suits, and then all the alterations… to have a different outfit every day for your job can lead you to the poorhouse. In Corporate America, more than anywhere else, it makes sense to build a…
This post is sponsored by Kohl’s and ShopStyle Holiday parties are a great time to whip out the glitz and glam, but if that’s not your style, that doesn’t mean you can’t look cocktail party-ready. Kohl’s reached out and asked to have me style some of their fashion and I decided to dress for a…
Some guys are super easy to shop for, and some notsomuch. Don’t get caught up in the plaid shirt/tie trap, here’s some suggestions on fun and fabulous gifts at a variety of pricepoints. And most of these gifts would be great for any person, not just the men in your life! Gift Guide for the…