Can't Stop Thinking About...

A few things I can't get off my mind.

 One \\ Indah Nala Maxi Dress

I already own one Indah Dress and I love it.  The material is so soft and the patterns are gorgeous.  Perfect Summer Maxi.  This dress comes in 5 other patterns.

Two \\ Zac Efron and Michelle Rodriguez

Does this bug anybody else but me??  and I thought she was a lesbian?  I just can't wrap my head around this, although Zac obviously has a thing for dark haired ladies- poor me.  I don't like this coupling one bit.

Three \\  Teil Duncan On One Kings Lane

I am a long time admirer of Teil's work, she is such a talent.  These pieces are 50%  now, a great deal and they are framed too!  My two favorites.

Four \\ Beauty Counter for Kids

I am all about this Beauty Counter revolution.  Did you know 80% of the ingredients in products we use daily are not tested??  That is crazy.  We need to know what is in our products and that they are safe, especially for our kids.  I am obsessed with the Beauty Counter Kids Shampoo and Body wash for Sterling.  They also make a great conditioner for girls.  It smells so fresh and you know no chemicals are being absorbed in your kids skin.

Five \\ Rose

I am on a real Rose Kick this Summer, can't get enough. I just picked up these 3 to try out!

 Six \\ Wire Paper Towel Holder

I love this gold paper towel holder, such a beauty.  I have a stainless back splash so it won't go in my kitchen but someone should use this!!

Seven \\ Homemade Ice Cream

My mom gave us her Cuisinart  ice maker that she never used and we finally busted it out this week.  While Frances napped Sterling and I made homemade Strawberry Ice Cream that was out of this world good.

We used this recipe HERE 

I used two pints of strawberries and pureed them- I omitted the red food coloring because it seemed weird to add that to me.   The recipe was super easy and delicious! Homemade ice cream is the way to go!

Eight \\  Quote

In light of all the negativity towards bloggers sometimes, I really liked this quote.

Word to that.

Nine \\ Erin Mayshed's Home Tour on Amber Interiors

This home is pretty much the most amazing home I have ever seen and exactly what I wish my house looked like.  Such awesome style, Amber did an incredible job in every single room.  Check out the full tour here.

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Lastly Local blogger friends please join us for a really fun event next Wednesday!

Charleston Blogger Meet ‘n Greet

Sponsored by Natalie Mason of Designer Bags & Dirty Diapers, Caycee Hewitt of the blog Hanging with the Hewitt’s and Sidney Wagner of Eclectic Charleston.

 

Who: All local design, fashion and lifestyle bloggers who enjoy writing about interior design are welcome. Please RSVP to sidney@eclecticcharleston.com with your name, the name of your blog as well as any of your social media “handles” so we can have a nametag ready for you at the event!

What: An opportunity to meet and socialize with fellow bloggers as well as get a first look at some of the new/vintage/refurbished/repurposed goods that Sidney Wagner of Eclectic just brought back from Atlanta market!

Where: At Eclectic in Mt. Pleasant (875 Coleman Boulevard)

When: Wednesday, July 23 from 6-8

Why: Why not!?!

 

Hope to see you there!

Blog Sale

Hey Friends.  I am cleaning out my closet again, hoping to sell some things and put this money towards the last of our debt:)  Email me at nataliemason24@yahoo.com if you are interested.  Shipping is $5 for clothes and $10 for shoes and the purse- I will combine if you buy more than one item.

|| TIBI WATERCOLOR DRESS ||

Size 4

mint condition

$80

|| JCREW NAVY/MINT STRIPE TEE DRESS ||

Size xs

$45

|| LOVE21 AZTEC DRESS ||

Size-Medium

This dress was great while I was pregnant but it is just too loose now.

$25

SOLD

|| RORY BECCA MINT MAXI ||

Size- small

mint condition 

$100

|| JCREW FLORAL ONE PIECE ||

I ordered this bathing suit final sale and sadly it does not fit, I love the print so much.  Never worn.

Size- 6

$40

SOLD

|| JCREW ROYAL BLUE BLOUSE ||

SIZE-4

Buttons up back, semi sheer sleeves

$45

|| TIBI FLORAL WRAP DRESS ||

SIZE= Small

$85

 || DIANE VON FURSTENBERG GREEN TASSEL BLOUSE ||

Size- 2 (fits like a 4)

$70

SOLD

|| DIANE VON FURSTENBERG PURPLE TASSEL BLOUSE ||

Size - 4

$70

SOLD

|| JCREW CHAMBRAY DRESS ||

New with tags, bought while pregnant and it doesn't fit me just right

Size= small

retailed for $89, asking $60

|| JOIE TUNIC ||

Size = XS

This is a great pregnancy top with leggings or skinny jeans.  It is sheer so you do need a tank underneath.

$65

SOLD

|| DIANE VON FURSTENBERG BLOUSE ||

Size- 4

loose style, great pregnant too

$60

SOLD

|| DIANE VON FURSTENBERG BLOUSE ||

Size- 4

same style as above

$60

SOLD

|| TORY BURCH MILLER SANDALS DARK BROWN ||

SIZE- 9

$75

SOLD

|| GAP LEATHER AND CALFHAIR FLATS ||

WORN ONCE

Size- 9

$30

SOLD

 || BANANA REPUBLIC WEDGES ||

Size- 9

barely worn

$40

|| TORY BURCH CLUTCH ||

This can be carried as a clutch or with the chain shoulder strap.  Mint condition.

$150

Piperlime 30% All Tops Today Only

Just a heads up Piperlime is offering 30% off all tops today even sale ones!  Use code TOPS30 at checkout. They have a really great selection. I love this Equipment Blouse- it has been a Summer staple for me.  I am thinking about ordering this RT blouse, I just love the new print.

Scroll thru to see my favorites! 

Watermelon Jalapeno Salad

This year I joined our local CSA and I just love it.  It is so fun to get a new basket each week filled with local veggies and fruit.  Last week there was a huge watermelon in our bag that I didn't want to go to waste.  We ate plenty of it sliced but decided to make the rest into a salad.  There is nothing like a perfectly ripe, juicy,  and sweet watermelon.   I have made watermelon salads before but never with jalapenos.  Trust me when I say this combination was a real winner.  The sweet watermelon paired with the spicy jalapeno and creamy feta was a flavor explosion.  This salad was so fresh and delicious.  I will say it doesn't save that well so I don't recommend making it and eating it all week.   I found it was best the first day, and you will probably want to devour the whole bowl the first day anyways.  Make this for your next Summer picnic, dinner, or party it will be a hit!

Enjoy!

|| W A T E R M E L O N,  A V O C A D O,   A N D   J A L A P E N O  S A L A D ||

adapted via Love and Lemons

- Diced Watermelon

- 1/2 red onion sliced very thinly

- 1 avocado diced

- 2-3 jalapenos thinly sliced

- crumbled feta

- Mint

- Olive oil

-Juice of one lime

Whisk together olive oil and lime juice, if you want it really spicy add a few jalapeno slices to the dressing and let sit.  Lightly toss together all other ingredients In a bowl.  Drizzle with the dressing.  Best served room temperature.

** Serving platter from Open Door Shop **

I highly recommend this Terrafirma line of serving plates.

My Favorite Leopard Print Just Reduced

Do yourself a favor and order this dress.  I love mine!!  The leopard print is perfection and it can be dressed up or down!

 || Equipment Leopard Dress ||

and Rachel Parcell (Pink Peonies) owns it too, so that just ups it cool factor:)  I basically love everything she wears.

The top also got reduced, I ordered it for the Fall but I think it will be great now with white skinny jeans.

|| Equipment Leopard Blouse ||

Buy them both, awesome pieces for your closet!

Obsessions

|| Gigi New York Hayden Satchel ||

I mentioned Saturday but Gigi New York just marked down their Summer items even more and they are also running a Sample Sale with some never before seen colors.  Gigi NY was sweet enough to send me this Hayden Satchel and I just love it.  It is more structured than most of my purses and I like that.  The color is stunning in person.  This would be a great bag for work as well.  You can detach the straps and carry it by the handle but I love it as a crossbody.

I also love this clutch in the Pewter color, a great neutral!!  Shop the whole Gigi sale here.

I am wearing the Rag and Bone Boyfriend Shorts and Current Elliot Tee above.

|| Joie Socca Sandals ||

Joie Sandals are quickly becoming my favorites.  I love the two color detail on this pair.  A great neutral sandal that would go with everything.

 

 || West Elm Color Block Picnic Blanket ||

Love these awesome blankets from West Elm and best part they are on sale for only $34!

|| JBrand Mid Rise Ankle Skinnies ||

Loving the dark wash and distressed look of these skinny jeans.  On my wishlist for Fall.

|| d.ra Sayuria Dress ||

I have wanted this dress forever and it sold out.  It is back in stock and on sale in the blue and pink colors!

|| d.ra Midori Dress ||

Same brand different dress, loving this line so much!  I love the neon colors on the white.

|| Tory Burch Eloise Sandal ||

These sandals are part of the Nordstrom sale and such a great deal!

|| Tularosa Simone Embroidered Shorts ||

I am smitten with these white shorts.  I love the scallop detail and they look so comfy.

|| Tory Burch Polarized Aviators ||

I actually own these sunglasses and love them.  Once you try polarized glasses it is hard to go back to normal ones. I find these are really flattering on. Part of the Nordstrom sale!

|| Rag and Bone Nicole Tank in Camo ||

I can't even describe how happy I was to come across this tank.  It is the same style as my favorite Nicole Tank but in a new camo print.  Pretty sure I need this!  I have lived in my other two Nicole tanks.

 

|| Mara Hoffman Easy Dress ||

I adore all Mara Hoffman prints.  This is such a great Summer dress on major sale!