Hayden Reis

June 28, 2013
bags

I am summer ready.  And that means a fully packed, stocked beach bag ready to go at the drop of a hat!  You never know when the mood or the time will allow for a trip to the beach, for the lucky girls that live within a day trip to the beach, or for the midwest girls, a trip to the pool!

Let me introduce you to Hayden Reis.  The most water, sand, sunscreen friendly bags ever!  Made from sailcloth, they are completely water resistent!  Now that doesn't mean you can drop them in the water, there is a zipper, and a hole to clip it in your larger bag, so don't go swimming with it.  But do take it to the pool or beach, and safely store your keys, phone, extra hair ties, or whatever floats your boat!  You will want one of each style for sure. I know I do! 









My wristlet already packed for the next trip to the pool.  



Hayden Reis bags are perfect for a carryall.  Stylish, and functional, these bags can withstand sunscreen leaks, snacks from the kids, sand, and even throw in your wet suit.  There is a bag for all your pool needs!  Made of durable dacron sailcloth, they are durable, lightweight, and comes in a variety of colors.  Each bag is assembled and sewn in the USA!

If your a gym rat, your Hayden Reis is perfect for that as well.  Running errands, and trips to the park for picnics are just a few of the occasions your Hayden Reis bag will come in handy!

I already have my bag tucked in my large bag, and ready for the next trip to the pool!  I want to share with you the same bag I received, the Night Star wristlet!  A beautiful black bag with a hot pink star sewn on the front with a wristlet!  It's really simple to enter.  Follow the instructions in the rafflecopter form and get ready to enjoy your trip to the water!

Good Luck!


a Rafflecopter giveaway




Baby Blues

June 27, 2013
Bracelets
Oh Thursday, you are such a welcome day after the day I had yesterday.  It was one long line of messes.  The day started with a broken nail, and my nail gal is on vacation until next Tuesday, ugh!!  Then, the computer program I was working in kept erroring me out at the very last entry page of a multi page form, not once, but four times.  Everyone is super busy, and super stressed at my office, myself included, waiting on a big contract to take effect next week.  Deadlines are mandatory and we will celebrate our successes when its behind us.   I don't know if the super moon, or full moon, or just plain old somethings in the air, but I have been in the weirdest mood the past week, and almost feel the need to nest.  I wake up ready to clean, purge, get rid of, organize, you name it its on the list of needs!  Now generally, nesting is what a pregnant woman does right before she gives birth, and since I am not giving birth ever again, I chalk it up to the moon!  I walk into my closet, and fell the overwhelming urge to just get rid of so much, but then I am paralized with the reality of replacing it all would be a task. 

 So, I have decided to carefully make judgements on the pieces that are in danger of being cut, and make the decision to rid myself of the excess, and replace them with a few new items that will be versatile in many outfits!  That is something I am not good at.  I am all about selection, and when I like something, I tend to want it in several colors.  WIsh me luck on the closet cleaning process.  I will not however at this time be addressing shoes.  That my dears, is something I will save for another day! I have been on a spending freeze for a few months now, and it is killing me.. Maybe thats the bad mood, and need to purge!  

This baby blue number was a recent score (the last purchase before the freeze) from Madewell on sale and it is on repeat for sure at the office. I love the weight of the sweater, and the bright blue is a great color on me! I layered it with a thin tank, and added white bracelets and voile!  perfect casual outfit!  What does your casual outfit consist of? 






Sweater (similar on sale)  Tank  Pants  Sandals (last season but these are cute here)   White Bracelet  Bangles  

Four Favorites / Weekend Getaway

June 26, 2013
bags




Lango Messenger     Sandals     Dress     Shorts

Happy Wednesday lovies!  It has been one heck of a week so far, and I  really am hopping for a smoother rest of the week. Work is busy busy, and that is zapping all my mojo, but I have a few day off next week and cannot wait to relax and enjoy some much needed me time!


This weeks four favorites is all about weekend getaways and essentials to make it perfect!  Weather its a road trip, or a take off and landing, the perfect weekend wouldn't be complete in my book without these items.  The perfect Blair Ritchey bag to carry on your belongings, then once you arrive use it as your tote to pick up various treasures as you scout your surroundings!  A transition dress that can run errands, or take  you for a casual patio dinner with some of your girl friends, or your main squeeze! I love this dress and how flowy it is! 

The perfect Tory sandal.... enough said!  What weekend would be complete without a comfy pair of shorts, and these Joe's cutoff are a slouchy fit that I love!

What are your weekend essentials?  Do you have to travel with heels, or maybe a dry shampoo? Share what is your must have for a getaway, and don't forget to see what everyone else is packing!


Wedding Maxi

June 25, 2013
Bracelets
My niece got married earlier this month, and I traveled home to help celebrate her day!  She was a gorgeous bride, and I couldn't be happier for her. 


My other niece Rachel, pictured her with me and Katie, is also getting married!  Only her wedding will be a trip up north to Minnesota! I can't wait for another family wedding!  I am from a large family, #5 of 6 kids!  and my mom was one of 6 kids as well.  So you can Imagine there are several cousins, and second cousins. Some of my cousins are actually the age of my kids, so these kids have grown up with a tight knit family, with great family get togethers, and always with a house full of kids the same ages!  

 I am a sap at weddings. I get all emotional, and lovie dovie.  I almost always, OK, always, cry at weddings!  They can be perfect strangers to me and I still am going to cry! Its just so romantic to me, and I am a hopeless romantic for sure. I have always said, I am a happily single in a relationship girl.  Don't get me wrong, I am not against marriage, I did it once, and would do it again if we decide ever that it is what we want! The only thing I can tell you is that it would be a destination wedding if it ever happens for me again! But for now, I am happy where I am! 

So lets get back to the outfit of the evening.  I wanted to be comfortable and stylish.  I recently purchased this maxi and since it as the only solid color maxi I own that is not strapless, or backless, it was the winner.  I added this scarf for a pop of color and as a little cleavage cover for a family wedding.  The dress does have a little plunge, but I have worn it without a scarf and it was fine. This dress will definitely be in heavy rotation!  





                  Dress  Scarf   Clutch c/o   Cuff c/o   Druzy wrap c/o   Bangle c/o  
Sometimes the accessories make the outfit,and this was one of those occasions.  Besides the colorful scarf, I dressed my evening up with my fabulous Me Char Edith clutch.  It is the first hinged clutch I own and everybody swooned over my bag!  The rich green, and the black band of leather with the gold hinge and clasp made selecting my jewelry for the evening a snap.  I reached for a few gold favorites, my Rustic Cuff inspiration cuff, the gorgeous Nina Nguyen druzy wrap, and of course what would a wedding be without a little love!  My Claudia Rowe love bangle! 

A perfect outfit for  a perfect evening!




The BF took this picture before we left for the wedding in my parents back yard.  My mom has the best backyard!  I took a little stroll around the yard and will share her green thumb with you!  
  

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