What I Wore : Holiday Edition

I hope everyone had such a wonderful Christmas. It is crazy to me how fast this year has flown by.   2013 was an eventful year for us and I look forward to what 2014 has in store for our family of 4.   I wanted to share a few pictures from our Christmas including my outfits because several of the items I am wearing are on major year end sale!

As soon as I saw this JCrew plaid shirt, I knew I needed it.  I wore it on Christmas Day and know I will wear it often!  It is on sale right now and you can get an additional 40% off with code SHOPHAPPY so it comes to under $50.

|| JCREW PLAID PEASANT TOP ||

In keeping with my new plaid love affair, I also had to have this plaid robe.  It is soft and comfy.  It is also on sale with an additional 40% off with code SHOPHAPPY.

 || JCREW ROBE IN CERISE PLAID ||

On Christmas Eve, I wore my favorite Loren Hope Necklace.  Her jewelry really is amazing. 

|| LOREN HOPE CARINA NECKLACE || 
Shirt is old Marc Jacobs, similar HERE and HERE
 

I have blogged about it before but the JCrew swing sweater is back in stock again and in some great new colors- I own 4 that is how much I love this sweater!  It is a great pregnancy sweater and I still love mine after too!

|| JCREW SWING SWEATER ||   CHRISTINA JERVEY MOON NECKLACE

I got this Rebecca Taylor Sweater for Christmas and love it.  It is comfy and leopard, does it get any better?  It is also currently on sale.

|| REBECCA TAYLOR WILDCAT SWEATER ||

We managed to get a really good family photo- wish I had this earlier I would have used it for our Christmas cards!

BB DAKOTA NOLAND DRESS | LOREN HOPE GWYNETH NECKLACE || 

Not pictured but I am wearing my Rag and Bone Harrow Booties and love them!

 

A few other pics from our holiday!

XOXO

Merry Christmas!!

I am signing off for a few days to celebrate the holidays with my family in Charlotte and then Charleston.   We have been in Charlotte since Wednesday and it has been so fun taking Sterling to do Christmas activities.  We finally had a successful picture with Santa this year- no tears!  The only way I could get Sterling on his lap was if I sat there too.

Our Santa pics from the last two years are kind of awesome though, I have to be honest I love a crying Santa picture.

I can understand why Sterling is questioning the Santa below, fake beards are a dead giveaway.  Sterling looks repulsed!

 One of my favorite things about the holidays is all the hilarious napkins and cards.   These were cracking me up, enjoy.

I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and enjoy spending time with loved ones!

xoxo

Serena and Lily 70% Off Year End Sale!

Since having a baby much of my day is spent nursing her. While I nurse I read or browse my iPad. So today I have been browsing the Serena and Lily sale and there are some amazing deals I had to share!  I love the paper stars, they would be so cool to hang for a party.
  I ordered some serving pieces, napkins, and pjs for baby girl all featured below.  And of course I finally snagged the Coro glasses I have wanted forever now that they are 50% off.  I am still debating on the Crab Sheets for Sterling,  I sure do love them!
Happy shopping and if you order by the 23rd they will deliver by Christmas Eve. You can shop the whole sale HERE or click pictures below:)

Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas or Ideas Just for You

I love living in Charleston but my one complaint is we don't have a great mall or any good department stores. I just got into Charlotte yesterday for Christmas (and to have some much needed help with the little ones) and one of my first stops is always Southpark Mall.  I have not been shopping in almost 4 weeks since before Frances was born so it was so nice to get out and browse.  Wanted to share a few things I spied that I want for myself and would make great gifts.

All the places listed below if you order today will ship to you by Christmas eve for free.   but if you miss the deadline it is always fun to get packages post Christmas!

:: JCREW LEATHER BALLET FLATS ::

My girl Chassity really recommended these JCrew ballet flats to me swearing they are some of her most comfortable shoes.  Being on my feet all day chasing Sterling and running errands comfort is a must but of course I want them to look cute too. I ordered these and they blew me away,  so comfortable and the color selection is amazing.  Highly recommend.  Added bonus you can get an extra 40% off online (only 30% in stores).  I got the royal blue and love them

:: TORY BURCH LEATHER WRAP BRACELET::

I tried this on in the TB store and loved it,  the perfect bracelet for layering.  The snakeskin version which I love is onsale right now! This iridescent one is pretty awesome too.

:: VINCE CHEVRON KNIT SWEATER ::

I am obsessed with all things Vince, this sweater is a steal at 40% off.  Almost bought this for myself and it comes in 3 great colors.

:: TORY BURCH PERFUME ::

This perfume smells amazing.  I get tired of perfume quickly and I am always on the lookout for new fresh smelling ones.  May have to use my Christmas money to buy this for myself.

:: REBECCA MINKOFF CROSS BODY PURSE ::

Love this purse, especially the chain straps and quilted leather.  The perfect purse for an evening out.  It comes in so many great colors and is a great deal, under $200.

:: JOIE PRINT SILK BLOUSE ::

This blouse reminds me of my mom's snakeskin one that I love.  It is 40% off right, an awesome everyday blouse.

:: GAP STAR ONESIE ::

I picked this onesie up for Frances and adore it.  It reminds me of the JCrew and Petit Bateau ones for a fraction of the cost, it is 40% off and comes to like $6.

it also comes in the organic version that is a bit more expensive.

:: VINCE LEATHER JACKET ::

My mom and I both own almost identical Vince Leather jackets and we live in them.  This is an investment piece for sure but worth every penny.  Mine is my go-to everyday jacket.  This one is on sale and they are hard to find to on sale, they go super fast.  It is great everyday jacket or one you can dress up.  It is so cute over dresses.

::BURBERRY PLAID SCARF ::

I have a Burberry Scarf, I absolutely love.  I love this royal blue color.  Currently part of the Nordstrom sale, this would be a fabulous gift.

  Have a great weekend friends!

Spicy Thai Noodles

I have become obsessed with Thai food this year.  I  thought it was pregnancy cravings but nope I am still craving it.  These Thai Noodles are off the hook good.  So easy to make and they save well in the fridge for days!  I found this recipe on Pinterest, there are about a million Thai noodle recipes on there!   I really liked the ingredients in this one because I basically had everything on hand to make it.  I recommend using angel hair pasta or even better the the thin Asian Noodles in the international aisle at the grocery.  You can save prep time by pre-chopping the veggies and nuts and then just toss everything together for a quick meal!  I think this would be great served with chicken and/or shrimp for a heartier meal.  I made a big batch and ate it as lunch one week.
Enjoy!

:: S P I C Y   T H A I   N O O D L E S ::

- 1 package thin Asian Noodles or Angel Hair
- 1-2 tablespoons crushed red pepper- depends how spicy you want it
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup sesame oil
- 6 tablespoons honey
-6 tablespoons soy sauce
- shredded carrots
- sliced green onions
- fresh cilantro
- chopped peanuts

Heat both oils and red pepper flakes in small saucepan over medium heat about 5mins or until heated.   Strain out red pepper flakes and save oil.  Note 2 tablespoons of red pepper flakes makes this dish very spicy.  Whisk in honey and soy sauce to oil mixture.  Boil noodles and drain.  Toss noddles with sauce and then add in veggies. I add in the nuts last and use them sparingly.

Original recipe says to Refrigerate overnight and serve cold, I also thought they were good room temperature too.

Obsessions: Post Baby Edition

Today I thought it would be fun to share a few of my favorite essentials post baby! Frances was 3 weeks old yesterday so these are tried and true favorites around here. I highly recommend for any new moms! 

:: MAMAROO BOUNCER SEAT ::

This swing is amazing.  I can't sing its praises enough.  I didn't have this with Sterling and it has been so awesome to have for Frances.  We keep it sitting in our den and use it all the time.  It is compact and doesn't take up much space which I love and it has five different motion settings.

:: BELLY BANDIT ::

I am a firm believer in sucking things in post baby.  I swear it helps your stomach remember what it used to be like and shrink faster.  Even Jessica Alba swears by using a corset after her daughters were born and look how quick she bounced back.  I bought this belly bandit after I had Sterling and I have used after both pregnancies.  It is not the most comfortable thing but it really does tighten your tummy.  I started wearing mine the day I got home from the hospital.  For those curious I have a size medium in the belly bandit.

:: PLUM PRETTY SUGAR ROBE ::

A nice robe is a must in the hospital and at home.  Plus they are easy to nurse in.  Plum Pretty Sugar was sweet enough to send me this gorgeous cotton robe and I just adore it.  I seriously live in it!  It is so soft and washes really well.  This would be an awesome gift for any new mom or mom to be!

:: ADEN AND ANAIS BAMBOO SWADDLE BLANKETS ::

I used Aden and Anais blankets all the time with Sterling but never had the Bamboo ones til Frances.  Trust me they are so much softer and better than the regular ones.  They are all we use, plus I am obsessed with the peacock one that came in the set of three package!

:: SPANX LEGGINGS ::

I swear Spanx is not paying me or sending me free leggings although I sure wish they would.  But I have to include these on my list because they are essential post baby.  They suck everything in and make you feel good about yourself when you have them on. 

:: HONEST COMPANY DIAPERS ::

I have been loving the Honest Company Diapers.  The patterns are adorable and they work really well. I love that they are environmentally friendly and contain no chemicals.  Can you tell I love a peacock print?

 :: BOON DRYING RACK ::
This drying rack is awesome.  I use it for all my breast pump parts, bottles, Sterling's sippy cups, and even wine glasses, multi use right there.  I love the sleek modern look.

:: GAP ZIPPERED PJS ::
Trust me zippered pjs make your life so much easier when changing 10+ diapers a day.  I love the ones from gap, they wash really well and are soft.  They are plain and sometimes it is hard to pjs without writing and words- nothing I hate more than stupid sayings on baby clothes.  Plus you can get 40% with code GAPXMAS.
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