I’m going to keep this short and sweet, as I’m about to head out the door and shop till I drop at the Las Vegas Magic market! I can’t believe it’s already time to put together my spring collection with The Impeccable Pig.
Here we are friends, a new roundup of the cutest new arrivals to hit the web from the past week. There is so much spring to love, between fabulous maxi dresses and gorgeous sandals, and I’m here for it. Anyone else?!
You know the drill. Click directly on an image to shop!
I’m going to keep this short and sweet, as I’m about to head out the door and shop till I drop at the Las Vegas Magic market! I can’t believe it’s already time to put together my spring collection with The Impeccable Pig.
We usually shop in Dallas, but I’ve been told this market is bigger and better. I’m nervous and so excited to see what it’s all about! This is my first time in Las Vegas and I’m already wow’d by how big and bright everything is. Should I have packed something besides leggings and my favorite walmart sneakers? Probably… oops! :)
I’m here for one whirlwind of a day, then headed back to the husband and puppy tomorrow afternoon. Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend!
I always admire the effortlessly chic look of women sporting a perfectly-tailored blazer. When styled correctly, it transforms this traditional piece into a cool-yet-classic statement! This pink pearl blazer also comes in black, and is under $50!
All business all the time, y’all. You know that’s true about me. :) Teasing, teasing. I’m usually found in either a fun dress or leggings and house slippers… there really isn’t any in-between. Which is why it’s so fun to switch things up today with this gorgeous pink pearl blazer!
I always admire the effortlessly chic look of women sporting a perfectly-tailored blazer. When styled correctly, it transforms this traditional piece into a cool-yet-classic statement! What I have trouble with, however, is finding a blazer that looks young and fresh instead of dowdy and blah.
H&M knocked it out of the park with this style. The slightly elongated cut and pearl button accents make it worthy of any boss babe’s closet. Oh, and did I mention it’s available in black as well?! Considering adding that one to my cart as well, given how much I’m loving the pink version!
A quick note on tailoring. For us petite gals, it’s important to get the fit just right so a layer like this doesn’t swallow us. I ordered an XS, my usual size in H&M, but probably could have gone with an XXS. I also folded under the sleeves for this shoot, but am taking this off to the tailor to get those shortened!
This afternoon, I’m so excited to head off to Las Vegas for the Magic tradeshow! I’ll be pulling together pieces all day tomorrow for the spring Lonestar Southern x The Impeccable Pig collection, and I can’t wait!
Today I thought I’d start a new series around here, sharing a few of my favorite things from the past month!
Today I thought I’d start a new series around here, sharing a few of my favorite things from the past month!
I used to do this on my YouTube weekly recap, and always had so much fun sharing new finds and then hearing about yours. Hopefully, this will serve as a fun way to keep that tradition going!
This post really needs no further introduction, so keep scrolling to see what I fell in love with during January!
a few of my favorite things
JANUARY 2020
A Subtle Glow // My sister gifted me the Charlotte Tilbury Wonderglow Face Primer for Christmas, and I have been falling increasingly in love ever since. Why? First off, it’s incredibly light-weight. I hate feeling like I have paint on my face, but I don’t give a second thought with this! Secondly, it gives you the most gorgeous glow, but in a way that looks completely natural. I wear it underneath my BB Cream or foundation, depending on how heavy I’m going on a given day, for an added bit of radiance. I’d recommend this to anyone of any age!
Conscientious Cookware // Right before the holidays, a new-to-me brand, Caraway, was kind enough to send me a set of their ceramic pans. I have fallen in love with these beautiful kitchen tools, and wish I had known about them when Andrew and I registered! These pieces are nontoxic. They have a mineral-based coating that won’t bleed toxins into your food. They’re also naturally non-stick, which requires less oil/butter than traditional pans. Finally, they’re absolutely beautiful. Check out the array of color options here! Andrew and I have had so much fun cooking with Caraway in the kitchen and can’t recommend this incredible company enough.
World’s Best Face Wash // Can I share a ghastly secret with you? No judging, promise? Until recently, I considered removing my makeup with these wipes “washing my face.” I didn’t realize this didn’t, in fact, count until confronted with this tweet:
gulp
So recently, I’ve been hunting through old samples of face wash to officially check it off my list. It was all a matter of “have to” until I came across a little tube of this magic elixir. Now, all I wanna do is wash my face! This face wash smells like you’re staying in a 5 star hotel, and leaves your skin feeling soft, fresh and moisturized. I can’t be sure, but I’m pretty sure it’s the reason my skin has been so clear lately!
Verses Memory App // My bible study decided to make scripture memory a priority this year, which made me think of one of my favorite iphone apps I hadn’t used in a while! Verses is my favorite way to memorize scripture. Choose a translation, pick your verse (or verses) and close rings as you play different games to memorize the Word! You can even do it virtually with friends. Downloading the app is free, but there’s around a $5 charge to be able to use any translation you’d like. Well worth it, in my opinion!
The Defined Dish Cookbook // The cookbook of all cookbooks, y’all! Odds are you’ve heard of Alex’s new cookbook, but if not, pull up that Amazon Prime stat. You need this in your kitchen! Her recipes are clean, but most importantly, absolutely delicious. And totally doable, as well! I’m especially a huge fan of her Asian-inspired dishes! Last week, I made the Green Curry Chicken and Andrew now thinks I’m the world’s best chef. So like I said, order this pronto! (Also makes for a darling gift.)
One Sweatshirt To Rule Them All // This feels like cheating, considering I just posted about this sweatshirt last week, but I couldn’t put together a January roundup of my favorite things without it! This sweatshirt is not only cozy as can be, but it’s also effortlessly stylish. Which is why I wear it in the house, to the grocery store, and even out and about. (Am I wearing it right now? YES.) Keep in mind, it runs a size big! I ordered an XXS and it’s perfectly oversized.
Safe to say, January brought quite a few new things into my world that are absolutely rocking it. I hope the same happened for you, and if so, please let me know one or two of your new favorite finds! (Or ten, that works too!)
Here’s to hoping February has even more to discover!
An unabashed lover of pink, I love using February as an excuse to give in to all things Valentines-esque. All the pink, all the frills, all the love, pretty please!
An unabashed lover of pink, I love using February as an excuse to give in to all things Valentines-esque. All the pink, all the frills, all the love, pretty please!
It’s so fun seeing retailers change gears to spring shades and silhouettes. H&M, in particular, has been on a roll in the pink department. So much so, that pieces have been flying off of the shelves!
I missed out on this fabulous maxi but was lucky enough to score this sweet pink frock before most sizes sold out. (I’m wearing a size XS.) I seriously hate to leave y’all hanging with a sold-out piece (I literally got this dress in last week, so crazy!) so today I thought I’d round up even more adorable pink dresses.
I hope this burst of color adds a bit of fun to your Monday morning!
Not going to lie, it feels so fun to put together a new outfit post! Between the holidays and all the crazy travel of January, I wasn’t able to put together as many new looks as I normally do. This start to February feels like even more of a fresh page than January did to me, and I’m loving getting back in the swing of things!
I’ve placed a few new orders, and I am so excited to show you my finds this spring. I pulled the trigger on these boots after including them in this roundup, and seriously wore them all weekend. Such a perfect transitional piece! I’m obsessed with the shade.
Speaking of shades I love, here are a few more of my rose-hued favorites as promised!
The key to looking “casual cute,” in my opinion, is finding a few great brands that deliver consistently well-curated, comfortable pieces that are both functional and fabulous. Bonus points for being eco-friendly! So excited to share a few of my favorite brands with you today.
Y’all know I love a fabulous dress and a pair of sky-high heels. Give me all things pink, polished and put together! But if we’re being honest, my realistic daily ensembles often look, well, a bit less glam. Here’s the thing, though: that doesn’t mean they have to be any less adorable!
The key to looking “casual cute,” in my opinion, is finding a few great brands that deliver consistently well-curated, comfortable pieces that are both functional and fabulous. Bonus points for being eco-friendly!
Does this checklist seem like too tall of an order? Nonsense! Today, I’m thrilled to share four athleisure brands I’m loving… three of which are exceptionally eco-friendly, to boot! And the best part? They’re all available at my go-to, Nordstrom.
When I first came across this brand, I couldn’t believe it. Had someone read my mind each time I saw a water bottle tag stating “hand wash only”?! The LARQ water bottle uses a purifying UV light every two hours to neutralize up to 99.9 percent of harmful, odor-causing germs. Not only that, the bottles are sleek and stylish, and a single charge lasts for one month!
These bottles are pricey, but in my opinion, well worth it. The perfect gift for your activity-loving friend, or a perfect motivational present for yourself! Mine is sitting on my desk right this second.
my favorite leggings made from recycled water bottles
I’ve mentioned this brand that creates the most comfortable leggings out of recycled water bottles before, and I’m so thrilled to learn they are now available at Nordstrom! When I was first introduced to the brand, I was a bit skeptical. How comfortable could leggings made out of… plastic… be?!
Let me tell you. Incredibly comfortable! Not only that, I find them to have the perfect amount of compression to keep them slimming but still lounge-worthy. Plus, sizes go up to 3x!
Y’all know I also love my high-neck sports bras, and Girlfriend Collective has one of my favorite styles, the Topanga! Keep in mind, they aren’t padded, so if you’re looking for more support you may need something different. But they are so comfortable and have a rare adjustable strap feature. I love wearing these for spin and yoga, as well as under lounge tops!
To top it all off.. the color selection is magical. Check them all out here!
a chic slip-on sneaker made from 6 single-use water bottles
Since I do so much spin, I’m always on the hunt for sneakers that are sleek and stylish, as I mainly wear them out and about for errands or walks with Flynn. I fell in love with the style of the Bionica sneaker before even learning about the eco-friendly impact of these shoes. Proof that you don’t have to sacrifice style to be good to our environment!
I’ve been loving the easy slip-on, slip-off nature of these. Streamlined, non-clunky, and the perfect subtle addition to every athleisure look!
a workout line that delivers serious style at affordable pricepoints
Can we all agree that workout wear can get crazy expensive?! I’m sure you already know about Zella, the Nordstrom in-house athletic line, but on the off chance you don’t, let me introduce you to your new BFF!
I always check out Zella first when I’m on the hunt for something sporty and cute. They have all of the on-trend styles at prices that don’t break the bank.
I’m especially loving this wrap sweatshirt! It looks straight out of one of those effortless, just-walked-out-of-yoga celebrity paparazzi photos… but here’s the thing. It’s under $100! Wear it to-and-from your workout class or, like I’m doing today, out and about. I promise you’ll get compliments all day long!
I can always count on Nordstrom to carry the best brands, and it’s no different in the world of workout wear! I hope I’ve been able to introduce you to a few new favorites today. I’d also love to know what brands you’re currently loving! Especially those with an eco-friendly emphasis!
Today, I wanted to share a few photos from my bridal shower (all iphone, so forgive the quality!) and share a bit more about the special women who put it on and all the fun we had. Let’s dive in!
As I slowly get back to the post-wedding norm here in Florida (TBH would never have thought it would take as long as seven months but here we are… and I’m still not entirely sure my head is screwed back on straight!) I’m having the best time ramping these Wedding Wednesday posts back up.
I did not fully anticipate just how much of a whirlwind the final month before the wedding would be, then, not to mention, our huge move to Florida! There’s still so much I have to share, including our reception photos, a Q&A with my fabulous hair and makeup artist, and so much more. Sitting down to reflect on it all once again has simply been the best.
Today, I wanted to cover the beautiful bridal shower my mother’s best friends threw for me back in March! I remember at this point, the wedding was about two months away and things were starting to feel real. This was my first wedding-related party, and that night I left feeling on top of the world. I was actually getting married, and thanks to this shower, I had physical proof in the form of charcuterie boards, champagne buckets, and so many more lovely gifts.
Today, I wanted to share a few photos from the evening (all iphone, so forgive the quality!) and share a bit more about the special women who put it on and all the fun we had. Let’s dive in!
Otherwise known as my mother’s group of fabulous friends! For as long as I can remember, these four have been as thick as thieves. Growing up, they were all part of a dinner club, and I can still remember the times it was held at our house!
As you might guess, these women (my mother included) are fabulous chefs. My sister and I would peek from behind the closed door into the party and try to soak in all of the music, delicious smells, and laughter. I remember thinking “This is what adults do. They get together and cook fabulous meals and have fabulous parties.” Fast forward to today… Andrew’s and my recipe for a great party is ordering pizza and playing board games. You have to start somewhere I guess! :)
(Speaking of fabulous chefs, stop what you’re doing and check out this adorable blog of Dana’s daughter Sara! She’s currently a first-year culinary student in Florence, Italy (I mean… the dream) and documents all she’s learning and experiencing in a hilarious, personable and fun way through her wonderful writing. My mom and I love reading about her adventures, especially her recent post on Christmas festivities. You can also check out her foodie fun on Instagram here!)
Needless to say, I felt like a celebrity having this group throw me a bridal shower. As you’ll soon discover, so much detail and thought went into it that my mother and I still talk about it today!
the theme
“Cheers to the bride to be!”
It’s no secret that bridal showers can get a bit… well… routine, if you know what I mean. Stand around and drink punch. Open gifts. Eat petit fours. You know the drill. Thanks to the fabulous hostesses, this evening was anything but!
The theme for the night, “Cheers to the bride to be,” was all about entertaining! Think: wine, charcuterie, and, naturally, a nod to my wedding color pink. On this special Thursday night (perfectly timed, allowing friends to come right after work without cutting into anyone’s weekend) the hostesses created the most stunning, table-wide charcuterie spread and overall created a fabulous and fun ambiance. And let me tell you, photos simply cannot do justice. (More on the phenomenal food later.)
Another fun nod to entertaining? The invitation encouraged guests to bring their favorite bottle of wine and a gift to help me entertain in style! I can’t tell you what fun it was to open these bottles and hear the stories of why each gift giver loved them. As newlyweds, Andrew and I have loved opening these up and enjoying them over these past few months!
It was such a fun departure from the wedding showers I’d been to before, and I can’t encourage the “entertaining” theme enough if you’re looking for a bit of bridal shower inspiration!
the food
Like I mentioned above, the food was the talk of the party. Just get these women together and get ready to eat. They always hit it out of the park!
A few favorites? First off, the amazing charcuterie board I mentioned above. Again, I wish you could have seen it. Truly jaw-dropping!
Next? The ice cubes! “Did she just say ice cubes?” Oh yes I did. You see, the hostesses took the time to freeze beautiful rose blooms in cubes of ice for the champagne and wine bottles. I wanted to sit and stare at that tub all night long. Can you even? I love that you can recreate this for any color scheme you wish!
Finally, the mini, fresh strawberry cupcakes. Oh my word. If you’re thinking store-bought, cute-but-slightly-stale cupcakes, think again. These minis are straight from the Southern Living test kitchen, and I probably ate over ten of them. (And this was smack in the middle of my wedding-prep eating weirdness, so you know they had to be good.)
the fun
Like I mentioned above, this was the first wedding event for me and Andrew, and as you can imagine, it kicked things off on the most incredible note. I remember thinking that I’d never felt so loved!
I had the best time hugging girlfriends, catching up with friends of my mother and mother-in-law, and opening up the most thoughtful, beautiful entertaining gifts. Andrew’s grandmothers and aunt even came in from Oklahoma and Louisiana! Safe to say, it was an evening for the books.
I want to thank the fabulous hostesses, Dana, Joyce, and Tina, yet again for a night that I’ll cherish forever. We’re coming up on the one-year mark since the event… care to go for round two? :)
I think it’s so special hearing about the showers friends throw for their loved ones. If you had a party thrown for you, or if you threw one for someone else that you absolutely loved, I’m dying to hear about it in the comments below!
Love from the Sunshine State,
Kate
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