Blog Sale

Alright friends with the start of a new season I like to buy a few new pieces for my closet and in order to add some new things I must first clean out!

 Email me at Nataliemason24@yahoo.com if you are interested in anything.  Shipping is $5.

TIBI CUT OUT BLOUSE NWT

I actually bought this while I was pregnant and sadly it just doesn't fit me great, it was final sale or I would return.  It is a great peach color and would look so good with white jeans

Size -4

$70

 SOLD

PAIGE SKINNY JEANS

Size 27

$45

SOLD

TIBI DRESS

SIZE SMALL

This dress has a hook at the chest area so it won't gape open but the string part came unattached, if you are handy you could just sew a loop yourself.  Or take to alterations and have them fix it for like $5.

$125

EXHILARTION MAXI DRESS

SIZE SMALL

$20

DIANE VON FUSTENBERG BLOUSE

SIZE 4

$65

REBECCA TAYLOR BLOUSE

SIZE 4

$65

SOLD

REBECCA TAYLOR FRINGE DRESS

SIZE 2

This is a great pregnancy dress or for after because it is loose. A stunning color in person!

$100

SOLD

TORY BURCH CLUTCH

Strap comes off so can be shoulder bag or clutch

Shipping is $12 for this purse

$150

TIBI SHIFT DRESS 

SIZE 4

$125

SOLD

SAM EDLEMAN PATENT LEATHER HEELS

never worn

SIZE 9

$40

Edamame + Avocado + Radish Salad

I came across this recipe on Pinterest awhile back and knew I had to make it!  It was so light and refreshing.  It would be perfect for a Summer Dinner or Picnic Party.  I will say it was best the first day I made it, it was not as good the next day mainly because the radishes got a bit soft and the avocado starts to go bad, so I recommend eating it the first day if possible. The flavors in the dressing were amazing- the ginger paired with garlic, honey, and fresh lime juice were just delicious.  Best part this is a super healthy salad no cheese or anything bad just all fresh ingredients so you can eat it guilt free!

Enjoy!

\\ E D A M A M E + A V O C A D O + R A D I S H   S A L A D 

adapted via Joy the Baker

Serves 4 large or 6 small servings

1 16-ounce bag frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons honey
Scant 1/4 cup seasoned rice wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1 lime
Pinch of salt and fresh cracked pepper
1/2 cup sliced green onion(about 4 onions)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  8 radishes, sliced
1 ripe avocado, sliced

Bring about four cups of water to boil in a medium saucepan. Add edamame and boil for just a few minutes, until cooked through but still with a slight bite to them. Drain and allow to cool.

In the meantime, make the dressing.

In a small bowl, whisk together rice wine vinegar, oil, garlic, ginger, lime, honey, and salt and pepper. Whisk together until completely incorporated. Set aside.

In a medium bowl, combine cooled edamame, green onion, parsley, radishes, and a sprinkling of sesame seeds. Toss together. Add dressing to desired amount. It’s that easy!
 

Obsessions + Shopbop's Friends and Family Event!

First things first get excited because today starts the first day of the Shopbop Friends and Family sale!  You can take 25% off your entire order and this includes sale items too!  Now is the time to snag those items you have been eyeing!  I am finally gong to snag the floral Joie blouse I have been wanting and this tee shirt that is the same style as my tee shirt dress I live in! 

Start shopping HERE! and use code INTHEFAMILY14.

I rounded up my top picks, I am sure one or two will be headed my way:) Scroll thru to see them all.

\\ Rag and Bone Carey Striped Tee

I love a great striped tee shirt.  So classic.  I would pair this with my distressed jeans or white skinny jeans.  Don't forget to use Shopbop code INTHEFAMILY14

\\ d.ra Sayuri Dress

I just love the neon pink embroidery on this white dress!!  Such a great Summer dress and a great price less than $100 (also part of shopbop ff)

\\ DV BODHI SANDALS

I am obsessed with DV sandals.  I am digging these tan ones and love the studs around the sides.

And my favorite Daffodil DV Sandals just went on sale- get them while you can- Here in the tan color I own and here in black!

 \\ Pink RayBans Aviators

I just found these RayBans on sale!! They are pink + polarized winning combo!!

The mirrored and gradient styles are also on sale here.

\\ GAP Bunny Dress

Hard to believe Easter is this weekend!  I am obsessed with this bunny dress from the Gap.  Frances has the top version and it is so adorable!!

 \\ Eight Sixty Snake Print Maxi

Piperlime is offering 25% off select merchandise with code MAXCHIC.  This dress is included and you know I love it because it is snakeskin print.

\\ Tile Print Serving Bowls

I am loving the new pattern on these West Elm Serving Bowls.  Great for a Summer Party!

 

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and for all you locals, shop by Thera M and try some DL1961 jeans!  They are running a great promo right now if you try a pair you get entered to win a pair.  I am definitely stopping by to try a pair!

Dressing the Littles

I get alot of requests to share some ideas of kids clothing and I what I buy for Sterling and Frances.  Nordstrom has quickly become one of my favorite sites for kids clothes because they carry all my favorite brands  plus they always have free shipping and returns.

One brand I have been loving lately is Mini Boden.

The prices are not too outrageous and the clothing quality is excellent plus I love their fun boyish prints.  I got the skull tee and shorts for Sterling.  It is so funny because once upon a time I swore I never dress my child in skull tee shirts and now that is all Sterling wants to wear so I oblige and actually I find them kind of cute now!

Tea Dress | Stripe Shorts | Star Tee | Skull Tee | Pear Bathing Suit | Pear Dress

I am also a huge fan of Tea Collection. I dress Sterling in Tea Collection all the time and I just recently got a few precious dresses for Frances too.  Sterling has both the stripe and dinosaur tees below and lives in them!
Chameleon Tee + Pants | Flutter Dress | Dinosaur Tee | Mosaic Bubble | Stripe Tee | Floral Dress

A new line that I came across while browsing in the Charlotte Nordstrom store is Tucker + Tate.  their kids stuff is seriously adorable.  Also great price point, not too expensive and lots of things are on sale right now too!

Chambray Dress | Skull Tee | Whale Shorts | Romper | Wave Shorts | Ice Cream Dress

and if money were no object, I would dress Frances in the Stella McCartney kids line.  I just adore it!  Her designs are so fresh and whimsical!

Flower Dress | Bloomer Set | Dino Suit | Star Dress

What are your favorite kids lines at Nordstrom?
A few other favorites of mine:

 

This post was brought to you by Nordstrom all opinions and outfit choices are always my own!

 

Easiest Appetizer + Life Lately

I can't believe I have not shared this super easy appetizer yet.  It is three ingredients and so tasty!

All you need are phyllo shells (usually found in the freezer section), pimento cheese, and red pepper jelly.  Place the  phyllo shells on a baking sheet and fill with pimento cheese.  Bake at 350 degrees about 10-15 mins until cheese is bubbly.  Remove  let cool just a minute add a dollop of red pepper jelly. These babies are super easy and tasty!

Rebecca Taylor is currently having their Friends and Family Sale you can get 25% off any purchase with code RTSPRINGFF14  Shop the whole site here.  Her Spring line is stunning.

My top pick is this gorgeous watercolor blouse .

I also love this white embroidered top.  The perfect white blouse for Summer. Would look awesome with white jeans or jean shorts.

Last Saturday night we tried out the Bay Street Beirgarten with my brother and sister in law.  We had a blast.  It was such a fun place with a cool atmosphere.

I did my first shotski (and shot post baby).  Things get crazy when my brother is in town:)  Luckily I only did one shot so I was not hungover the next day:)

Andy Cohen would be proud.

  Then Sunday we heaeded to Charlotte for my nephew Finleys first Birthday.  They did a Mexican theme party and it was awesome.  I am talking a margarita machine and taco bell soft tacos!  We had a blast!  How precious is sweet Finley?  I still can't believe he is one already!

I love Spring in Charleston.  We went on a walk the other day and collected the most gorgeous flowers, that smelled amazing.

I got my second Clover Canyon Dress and I can't wait to wear her.  I am planning on rocking her to an upcoming trip to Dallas.   Ladies she is on sale right now and I highly recommend, it fits like a glove!

\\ Clover Canyon

If you live in Charlotte you must eat at the Wolfgang Puck Restaurant at Phillips Place.  My mom and I took the kids there this week and it was so good.  We had the short rib pizza, chicken meatball pizza, and kale salad.  They all were awesome. Plus they have a great outdoor seating area perfect for kids!

I am starting to realize how much Sterling and Frances Moon look alike they are such twins.  Love how sweet they are to each other.

Have a great weekend friends!