Shopbop New Markdowns!

 Its a miracle both my kids are napping at the same time.  There is silence in my house and that never happens!  It gave me time to browse the new Shopbop markdowns, some great stuff is on sale.  you better believe I am snagging the Leopard Equipment Blouse I have been eyeing!  Shop the whole sale here!

My favorite picks below!

Obsessions

|| SPLENDID MASON THONG SANDALS ||

I need these sandals basically because they were named after our family but also because they are only $65!  A great price for a classic summer sandal. Available in black and tan.

|| SACAI STRIPED JERSEY DRESS ||

This has my name written all over it.  Love the blue and pink stripes.  Such a great everyday dress.

|| GOLD CHEESE KNIVES ||

I have been smitten with gold serving ware lately.  I adore these gold cheese knives and they are on sale for $23!!  These would make a great hostess gift too.

|| RAG AND BONE NICOLE TANK ||

I tried this tank on and fell in love with it at Hamdpen of course my size was sold out so I stalked it online.  It is made of the softest material and I just love the back!  Rag and Bone never disappoints.

|| SPLENDID CANTINA FLATS ||

Another fabulous sandal from Splendid.  You cant beat the price!  Love the strawberry red color. They also come in black!

|| LA SENORITA JOLIE IZABELLE SWEATSHIRT ||

If you are looking for the most comfortable sweatshirt look no further. It is uber soft inside and super affordable.  Trust me you won't want to take it off.  This one from La Senorita Jolie is my new favorite.  I am in it all the time.  So my friend Brooke looks way better in it than me, but I included my pic too so you can see the Wheat color that I am wearing.  Use code LSJ-DBDD for free shipping on all your orders! 
This long sleeve tee is another of my LSJ favorites.  It s awesome for a longer tee and so soft!

|| GAP DESTRUCTED JEAN SHORTS ||

I have been seeing these Gap Jean Shorts everywhere.  They look like all the expensive ones but for a fraction of the cost. Love the lighter wash and cuff. I def want to order a pair any tips on how Gap shorts run size wise?

|| SOFT JOIE DAYLA SWEATER ||

I have been on the hunt for a light weight striped sweater to wear with my white jeans this spring and this one is perfect.

|| MADEWELL STRIPED TRANSPORT TOTE||

I am a sucker for a cute tote.  Now that I have kids I use totes all the time.  Love this fun spin on the Transport Tote.  The navy and white stripes are so classic.

|| ALEXIS BITTA EARRINGS AND NECKLACE SET ||

This is such a steal for Alexis Bittar.  You get both the earrings and necklace for $100.  I love the black but it also comes in blue and clear.  Such great everyday pieces.

Blog Sale: Baby Girl Clothes

I am selling a few items I bought for Frances that just won't work sizing wise for us.  Shipping is $4 and I will combine if you buy more than one item.  Email me at nataliemason24@yahoo.com.  Nothing is worn although a few things that don't still have the tags on them have been washed in the Honest Company detergent.

Little English Smocked Palm Tree Bubble

6 Months

Retailed for $68

$30

 Smocked Bunny Dress 

size 6 months

Retailed for $80

$35

SOLD

Shrimp and Grits Bubble

would be so cute monogrammed

size 3 months

$18

SOLD

GAP Dress 

size 6-12 months

$20

Kickee Pants Dress

size 3-6 months

$25

Angel Dear Bubble

size 3-6

New with tags 

$25

Lets Talk About Shapewear: My Top 7 Pieces

As anyone knows who has had a baby it is all smoke and mirrors the first few months to hide the flab and look good.  I am a HUGE fan of shapewear, I have a drawer filled with Spanx that I wear often.  I thought I would share my top 7 favorite shapewear items and hope you will fill me in on your favorites!

ONE \\  SPANX TANK SLIP

This is probably my most favorite shapewear piece and the one I wear most often.  I wear it under almost all my dresses especially the thin tee shirt and silk ones.  It sucks you in like no other.  I have a size small, you want it fitted not loose so order accordingly.  This is such a great slip. 

TWO \\  SIMPLICITY HIGH WAIST PANTY

I know these probably seem Granny to you but they are awesome under formal dresses and skirts.  They smooth out any love handles.  I bought these before my wedding to wear to our Rehearsal Dinner and have been using them ever since.

THREE \\ TRUST YOUR THINSTICS CAMIS

These camis are great to wear under blouses, tee shirts, anything you don't want to have a bulge sticking out.  My mom swears by these too and wears them daily. 

FOUR \\ TIGHT END TIGHTS

The best tights ever for a sleek sucked in look.  I have these in black and love them.  The only tights you need!  It is worth investing in one nice pair of black tights.

FIVE \\ SPOIL ME COTTON SLIP

For when you need a lighter weight slip with spaghetti straps this one is awesome. 

SIX \\ STRAPLESS SLIP

I don't wear this one as often as the tank versions but it is really nice to have on hand when you have a strapless dress to wear.  Back when we used to have alot of weddings and events to attend I wore this one all the time.

SEVEN \\ WOW STRUCTURED LEGGINGS

I have sung the praises of these leggings many times but had to include them on this list because I lived in them post baby.  I swear I think they helped my stomach flatten back up quicker because they kept everything sucked in.  What I like is that they have a band at the waist that keeps everything tight and smooth.  I had the full length version but sadly it looks like they are sold out on most sites.  But I did see they just came out in this Capri version- I am definitely getting these for this Spring,  Also available in different colors here.

Mommy Somebody Needs You

I read this piece over the weekend and it really resonated with me.   Like it had me crying and I have been thinking about it ever since.  I think since there is a chance Frances may be my last baby, I am holding her a little tighter, savouring the late night feedings and enjoying every little second with her because I know she and Sterling will be grown in the blink of an eye.  Don't even get me started on the fact that Sterling starts kindergarten in a year- time needs to slow down.  

Go Read the Article " Mommy Somebody Needs You." HERE.

You might be crying afterwards but I promise it will make you hug your babies a little tighter and relish in this crazy but wonderful time with young children.

Saturdays Steals and Splurges

Rebecca Taylor is having up to 60% off sale.  There are some great finds.  This leopard jacket was originally $425 and now is only $170 such a steal!

|| Leopard Jacket ||

also love this Tiger Slouch Top down to $106

Other great deals are this Metallic Sweater 

Crepe Blouse and Leopard Sweater.

Shop the whole sale HERE!

How awesome is this whale dress from Baby Gap?  It looked like Stella McCartney to me.  You can get additional 35% off with code TREAT.  Brings the dress to $22!

||Whale Flutter Print Dress ||

Also at Gap ending today you can get 40% all jeans with code DENIM.

I love the legging jeans.

For a total splurge but I adore it, how amazing is this Stella McCartney Baby Outfit??  Pretty sure Frances needs this.

||TRIXIE BABY OUTFIT ||

 

This Missoni Scarf would be great for Spring.  I own two Missoni scarfs and they are my favorite!  This one is 40% off right now.

|| MISSONI SCARF ||

and don't forget Nordstrom is still having their shoe sale- shop here.

Love these Sam Edleman Sandals- they are 50% off!  Some awesome deals on shoes!

 Happy Saturday and  Happy Shopping!

 

Thoughts For Friday

It has been awhile since I have done a random thoughts post so here we go.

Is anyone else over Juan Pablo?  He is so cheesy and lame to me.  Quite possibly the worst Bachelor ever.  His voice makes me cringe.  Even Matt has made me start recording it at night because he can't bear to hear his voice.  I love that Andi dumped him.  His repetition of "ok" was getting to me too.   I hope she is the next bachelorette,

I am hooked on the Revlon lip Crayons.  During the snow storm in Charlotte my mom and I were bored so we did a little drug store shopping and I picked up one of these to try and ended up loving it.  They are cheap and go on really well.   I got number 205 and it is a great neutral pink for Spring.

|| Revlon Matte Lip Crayons ||

I am pretty sure this is going to be my lunch next week.  How good does it look and simple too.

Wednesday Night I went out to dinner with Chassity and Caycee and finally had the chance to carry my Gigi New York Uber Clutch.  I love it and can tell it is going to be my most carried clutch.  I love my initials on it and the fact that I can fit so much stuff in it!  It comes in some great new colors for Spring.  They are also out in a cool pebbled version for Spring as well!

|| Gigi New York Uber Clutch ||

Locals you so need to hit up Thera M.  They used to be DT but now are on Coleman Blvd In Mount Pleasant with parking,  so it is much easier to stop in!  They have some great new Spring stuff in.  I stopped in this week and loved everything.  While I was there I found my new favorite jeans, the JBrand Midrise Skinnies in Quantum.  I had been wanting a distressed pair of jeans and these are amazing. They are so flattering!!  I promise you will love them.  Stop in Thera M ot you can order online here.  Also available HERE because Thera M only has a few sizes left.

Everything and I mean everything in our yard is dead.  I am ready for spring and to spruce things up but I swear my plants never last long.  This year I want to do something simple and green like these tall planters.  Maybe the greenery will last longer.

Today is the last day of the Bobbi Brown friends and family sale where you can get 20% off your purchase.  I am smitten with her new Nectar and Nudes Eyeshadow Pallette.   
I also love the new netar and nudes lipgloss colors so pretty!  You can shop her whole site HERE.

I am guilty of having my phone out way too much but it often captures priceless moments like this and makes me glad I had it close by. These two melt my heart, nothing sweeter than sibling love.

Have a great weekend!

xoxo