NDM Style : Summer Loving

Can I get a hallejuh for the warm temps finally.  

I finally was able to bust out some shorts.  I have been wanting the Rag and Bone Boyfriend distressed shorts, but man they are expensive so when my friend Mandy told me to check out the Madewell version I was all over it.

They fit great and are super cute for less than half the price.

Equipment Blouse (same print different style on major sale ) similar| Madewell Boyfriend Shorts | Hammit Clutch | Isola Sandals |

Ray Ban Aviators (on sale!)

I love Equipment Blouses so much.  They are easy to throw on for a casual look like this or you could dress it up easily.  I fell in love with the floral print on this blouse. I am all about florals for the Summer.  It is on sale right now so snag it while you can.  It looks awesome with white jeans too.

Same print different style on major sale

and love this new floral pattern too

\\ Equipment Riley Tee 

But back to the shorts.  I went down a size because I wanted mine a bit more fitted.  Otherwise they run true to size if you want a loose true boyfriend fit short.  They sit higher up on your waist too which is nice to suck in the muffin top.

\\ Madewell Boyfriend Shorts

I can't forget the jewelry.  I have been obsessed with this JCrew bracelet.  It is grear alone or layered.  

JCrew Bracelet (on sale) |  Hammit Clutch | John Hardy Ring (similar)

Brownie Points Essie Nail Polish

I recently found this great brand of sandals called Isola.  My version is old because I found them at TJMaxx but they carry them at Nordstroms and they aren't too expensive and they are super comfortable.

This is the closest version to my shoes. I also love this version too.

\\Isola Evana Sandal

The outfit is Frances Moon approved- especially my moon necklace- which my parents just brought me back from Aruba, I love it!

 
You can shop the whole look below!

Whole Wheat Greek CousCous Salad

There is nothing I love more than a good salad for lunch.  I made this a few weeks ago and gobbled it up.  I love the whole wheat Trader Joes Israeli couscous, that is what I used for this but you could use plain couscous too.  Greek ingredients are my favorite so this was pretty much a spin on my Greek Salad but with couscous instead.  It is the perfect healthy, light lunch.

Enjoy!

||  G R E E K  C O U S C O U S ||

- 1 bag or box whole wheat couscous

- diced cherry tomatoes

- diced kalamata olives

- diced English cucumber

- thinly sliced spinach

- diced red bell pepper

- diced red onion

- feta crumbled

- 1/2 cup olive oil

- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar

- juice of half a lemon

- 1 garlic clove minced

- salt and pepper

Cook Couscous according to box.

Chop all veggies and place in large mixing bowl.  Add cooled couscous to veggies.  Mis together olive oil and next 4 ingredients.  Pour over couscous mixture.  Add feta and toss all together.  Best served room temperature. 

Feel free to double dressing if you think you salad needs more.

A Few Noteworthy Sales

Rebecca Taylor just marked down a bunch of her Spring styles.

Really love this short sleeve blouse and its a steal at $90! Also love this tiger top.

You can shop the whole sale here

\\ Crepe Blouse

Bloomingdales is having their Friends and Family Event thru Saturday. 

A few of my favorites from the site.  Use code FF14 to get 20% off your order.

Piperlime is having 25% off select spring merchandise. Use code SPRING.

I love this Monrow tank Dress.  Such a great staple.

Shop the whole sale here

\\ Monrow Dress

Love the fun bright pattern on this Hive and Honey Maxi too.

\\ Hive and Honey Maxi

and this Free People tank is such a great basic.

\\ Free People Tank 

Obsessions

|| JOIE DIVITRI BLOUSE ||

I tried this blouse on while I was home at Nordstrom and fell in love with it.  The floral print is so gorgeous and perfect for summer.  Would look so good with white jeans.

|| TORY BURCH CALITA DRESS ||

I am all about embroidered dresses and shirts for the Summer. This cute Tory Burch version is great for the beach!

|| CLAIRE VIVIER FOLDOVER CLUTCH ||

I still really want a Claire V Clutch, love this one with the stripes.

|| REBECCA MINKOFF FRONT HOOP EARRINGS ||

These are the cutest earrings.  Perfect for everyday wear!  They come in silver too.

|| RACHEL ZOE LIVING IN STYLE ||

I just picked up Rachel Zoe's new book and I love it.  It is filled with such great personal and home style advice.

|| MARA HOFFMAN EASY DRESS ||

Mara Hoffman never disappoints.  I always love her patterns.  This is a great casual Summer dress.

|| TORTOISE HURRICANE ||

I love the idea of this filled with fresh flowers on a bedside table or coffee table.

||SURF GYPSY TASSLE PULLOVER ||

This stripe cover-up is too cute with the tassel details and a great price!  Use code FF14 to take additional 20 % off!

 || BAUBLEBAR BRACELETS ||

The new Baublebar and Nordstorm collection is live and its so good!  Love these stacked bracelets.  The tortoise pave one is my favorite!

|| TORY BURCH PHOEBE SANDAL ||

Tory Burch always comes out with the best summer sandals.  These come in black, ivory, and tan.  All great nuetrals but I am always partial to tan.

Scenes From Our Weekend

Did everyone have a great weekend?  The kids and I had a great time in Charlotte!

Here is what we did!

Frances Moon turned 4 months last week!  I can't believe how fast time is flying by. We had her four month appointment and the doctor said she was 90th percentile for height and weight.  Our chunky girl loves to eat.

The doctor gave us the go ahead to start some baby food.  I was so excited because one of my best friends, Melissa, just started a baby food company with her husband called Giggle Bites.  She dropped me off some samples to try and Frances loved them!  Her food is currently sold at the Baby Store in Charlotte but will soon be online and in other cities.  The food is awesome because it is not processed, no preservatives or additives, just the fresh locally farmed veggies and fruits.

Saturday I went to a baby shower for one of my best friends and my roommate before Matt and I got married.

I wore my Equipment Owen Dress + Theodosia Necklace.

I only took one picture at the shower with my girl, Melissa.  I was too busy chatting with all my friends and sipping delish champagne.  Can't believe I didn't get one with the Mama to be!

We went to a pop up shop after the shower to visit our friend April's booth.  She has an Etsy shop called East and Coco where she sells all her amazing estate sale finds.  I wanted everything she had!  You must check her site out and she is offering a 20% discount with code NATALIELOVE20.  You can shop her site HERE.

 I found this peacock chair for Frances at one of the other booths.  They were practically giving it away, I thought the price was a joke.  It will look so cute out on our porch.

My dad cooked us breakfast Saturday that was incredible.  This meat platter says it all, I had to restrain myself from eating all the bacon. 

He even made pancakes in the shape of a bunny for Sterling, so cute!

We of course enjoyed some delicious wine.  This Kenwood Cabernet was really good.

I got several giftcards after Frances was born that I was finally able to use while I was in town at the mall.   Now normally I am not a big Lilly Pulitzer fan, its just not my style, but I thought this dress was too cute not to get for Frances.  It comes with matching bloomers too.

\\ Lilly Shift Dress

While we were at the mall Sterling decided to do a little modeling in the JCrew window:)  It was funny til the salesperson asked him to leave.

We got to spend time with my sweet nephew Finley.  He is such a doll.  Love that he and Frances are so close in age.

Happy Monday!

Saturdays Steals and Splurges

Here are this weekends best deals.

Nordstrom just did a bunch of new markdowns.

This Equipment Cashmere Sweater is 60% off- now is the time to stock up for next fall/winter.  Would totally be cute for now too with jean shorts.

I am all about new workout clothes to get me inspired to tone up and lose the last of this baby weight.  Love this Zella top that is on sale because it is loose and not clingy!

Now is the time to snag a Rebbecca Minkoff Mini Zip Crossbody bag.

The camel is the perfect color.

I really love these two tone Sam Edleman pumps.  

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Rag and Bone Skinny Jeans are on sale in this great wash for Summer on Shopbop.  I swear by my Rag and Bone jeans.

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This Joie Leopard print blouse is a real steal at $90.  My mom has it and I borrow it all the time. 

and this short sleeve snakeskin version is only $69

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If you need new perfume you must buy the Jo Malone Peony and Blush perfume.  I just got it and it smells amazing so fresh and springy.  PLus I love you can only buy a 1 ounce bottle because I always get sick of my perfumes.

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Serena and Lily has a small sale going on.  Really love these gold leaf napkins.

They also come in a great greenish silver here.

Happy Shopping and Happy Saturday!

xoxo