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My birthday is April 11th.  Last weekend John and my sister, Jaclyn, gave me the biggest surprise and the best birthday weekend EVER!  The weekend started on Friday when my bff, Kristen, flew down from Chicago and surprised me!!  I had no idea she was coming!

Then on Saturday they surprised with a limo that picked up all up.  We went to dinner then out dancing all night.  I love to go out dancing but I rarely make the time to go do it.  It was such a fun night and the best birthday ever!!  I feel so blessed to have such amazing friends and family!!!!

My Dress: Here & Here (this dress runs small, I had to size up)

road trip to Miami

Two weeks ago we planned a last minute girls trip to Miami.  We were only gone for 2 days, the perfect amount of time!  We had such a fun time being silly and laughing the whole time!

My leggings are so comfy!  They suck you in in all the right places and make your figure look amazing!

LEGGINGS: Lululemon | T-SHIRT: Here | DENIM JACKET: (old) HereTopshop | SNEAKERS: Adidas

breakers hotel

A great thing about a getaway to the beach, cocktails on the beach during happy hour!

TOP: Cupcakes & Cashmere | JEANS: Citizens of Humanity | BAG: Chanel | SUNGLASSES: Quay | NECKLACE: Lana | BRACELET: Here | WATCH: Michele, similar for less Here

COLLECTION XIIX watermelon floppy hat

This swimsuit is very figure flattering and soooooo soft!  The fabric feels so good I can wear it all day.  And how cute is this watermelon hat!

SWIMSUIT: Robin Piccone | COVER-UP: Hinge | HAT: Here

snapchat try on

I tried something brand new, I did a try on session on snapchat.  I usually place a big order every 3-4 weeks to get new contact for my blog.  I thought it would be fun to try it all on on snapchat and show you what I love and what doesn’t look so good.  Your response was very loud in a positive way :). I will continue to do them!

TOP: Devlin | JEANS: DL1961

st pete beach

I loooooove sunsets on the beach, I mean… who doesn’t?  I feel so blessed that I get to live so close to the beach!

I love having a close relationship with my daughter!  There is nothing like it!

DRESS: A by Amanda | DENIM JACKET: Express | FULL POST: Here

missing 2 front teeth

I seriously can’t stand how cute Caleb’s toothless smile is!!

off the shoulder pom pom top

This pom pom off the shoulder top is so cute for spring and summer!  The off the shoulder is so comfortable and doesn’t ride up my arms.

TOP: Willow & Clay | JEANS: Citizens of Humanity | EARRINGS: Here | BRACELET: Here & Here | WATCH: Michele, similar for less Here

weekend street style

This is my go to outfit for the weekends.  This is my favorite tee, I own more than 5 colors.  It wears amazing!  I’ve owned some of them over a year and they still look brand new.  These jeans broke in within 1 week of owning them and now feel like pj’s.  Seriously can’t stop wearing them!

TEE: Madewell | JEANS: Joe’s | SNEAKERS: Adidas | BAG: Louis Vuitton, similar Here

Celine phantom camel

I love wearing white on white.  It’s such a classic look!

TOP: Sun & Shadow | JEANS: Citizens of Humanity | HAT: Here (similar) | BAG: Celine, similar Here | FULL POST: Here

make up details

I got so many questions about my make-up and hair details on this picture, so I thought I would share all of that with you here.

TOP: Free People | NECKLACE: Lana | LIPSTICK: Givenchy ‘Street Rose’ | FOUNDATION: Cover FX (obsessed!!!!) | MASCARA: Too Faced

shopping at Nordstrom

A night out shopping and dinner with the girls! (this whole look coming to the blog this week)

JACKET: AG Denim | TOP: Free People | JEANS: DL1961 | SHOES: Similar | BAG: Chanel, similar Here | NECKLACE: Lana

topshop lace trumpet top

Some times I think I have an inner 70’s child living inside me.  I love bell sleeves, flare jeans and fringe!

TOP: Topshop | JEANS: Frame | BAG: Saint Laurent, similar For Less | FULL POST: Here

Dressy Casual Spring Look

A by Amanda Delia Skate Dress

DRESS: A by Amanda | SHOES: Here (similar) | JACKET: Express | BAG: Chanel, similar Here | NECKLACE: Kendra Scott, similar under $50 | BRACELET: Here

I love a white dress for spring and summer!  It’s a blank canvas to wear whatever color you want.  I love adding fun colors to make my outfit fun and happy.  You can also keep it classic with gold or silver jewelry if colorful jewelry is outside your comfort zone.

A dress like this is awesome!  You can dress it up or down.  It would look really cute with a pair of sneakers for a more casual look.  Throw on a denim jacket or wear it without.  This dress is a great closet staple.

A by Amanda Delia Skate Dress

A by Amanda Delia Skate Dress

A by Amanda Delia Skate Dress

A by Amanda Delia Skate Dress

A by Amanda Delia Skate Dress

A by Amanda Delia Skate Dress

A by Amanda Delia Skate Dress

A by Amanda Delia Skate Dress

White on White

high waisted white denim

TOP: Sun & Shadow | DENIM: Citizens of Humanity (amazing!) | SHOES: Jeffrey Campbell | BAG: Celine, similar Here | HAT: (old) similar Here | WATCH: Michele, similar for less | BRACELETS: Here & Here | SUNGLASSES: Miu Miu

These are the best white jeans I have ever worn!  This is the pair I was raving about on snapchat last week.  They are high waisted, amazing fit – sooooo flattering!  And they are thick enough so you can’t see thru them.  I have been wearing them constantly for the last 2 weeks!

Happy Friday and have a great weekend :)

white on white

high waisted white denim

high waisted white denim

high waisted white denim

high waisted white denim

Celine phantom camel

Thank you Nordstrom for collaborating with me on this post

Two Blondes Brunching

brunching

There is nothing like getting together with a friend to eat, drink, talk and laugh!  When I first met Christian we connected over fashion.  She is a personal stylist at Nordstrom (one of the best in the company).  Since we have first met we have grown very close and she is one of my closest friends.

Make sure to check out her blog.  She gives great style tips and shows how to style outfits that inspire me :)

My Outfit:
DRESS: Adelyn Rae | SHOES: Similar | BAG: Chanel, Similar | WATCH: Michele, similar For Less | BRACELET: Here & Here | NECKLACE: Lana, similar Under $45

Christian’s Outfit:
TOP: Tularosa | SHOES: Jeffrey Campbell | BAG: Louis Vuiton, Similar

mimosa

rachel barkules, christian Blair style

blue dress

spring dress

brunching

Spring Time Make-Up Look

bare minerals matte liquid lipstick frenemy

EYES: Anastasia Modern Renaissance Eyeshadow Palette | LASHES: Too Faced ‘Better Than Sex’ Mascara | CONCEALER: Tarte Shape Tape (in shade fair) | LIPS: Bare Minerals Matte in shade ‘Frenemy’ | BRONZER: Too Faced Milk Chocolate Soleil (in shade light/medium) | BLUSH: Becca ‘Flowerchild’ | HIGHLIGHT : Laura Geller ‘Gilded Honey’ | BROWS: Anastasia Brow Definer (shade soft brown ) + Clear Brow Gel

In the spring I like to wear my make up very fresh and light.  I like to keep it more natural with a fun and happy lip color.  I’m obsessed with this lip color!  It’s so fresh and beautiful!  The shade is so perfect for spring and summer.

I’m very hesitant to try matte lipsticks.  They tend to feel so dry and uncomfortable on my lips.  But this one feels amazing! It lasts all day long while still feeling incredible on my lips!  The first day I wore it I was hooked!  And I’ve been wearing it all week.

I finally ordered the Tarte Shape Shape concealer and it’s amazing!  I don’t know why I waited so long.  It has incredible coverage and doesn’t crease all day.

While I was ordering it I discovered the 21 days of beauty at Ulta.  I wish I had discovered it sooner!  Each day for 21 days they have different products on sale 50% off.  They have amazing deals on some great products!
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