July 4th Sales!

Happy July 4th Friends!  I hope you all have a fabulous weekend!  I am looking forward to spending time with some good friends and watching the fireworks tonight,  Sterling is so excited!

There are some awesome sales going on this weekend.

 Now is the time to take advantage of some sweet deals.

Lulu and Georgia is having 25% off their whole site with code USA25.

I am so wanting this rug for our screen porch makeover I am working on.  Shop whole site HERE

\\Indoor Outdoor Rug

I also love these hot pink pillows.

\\ Ezra Pillows

...............................................................................

Rebecca Taylor is having additional 40% off all sale.  Some major steals.  Use code RT14JUL40

I picked up this blouse in the pink color.

Not sure why the model looks so miserable:)

 

Tried on this RT dress and loved it.  Snag it on sale while you can the colors are so gorgeous

.

\\ Enchanted Gardens Dress

..................................................................................

Shopbop did some new markdowns.  I am lusting after this Equipment Blouse, now 40% off.

Also love this Joie Tote that is now 50% off!  Also comes in red/white pattern that I really love!

 ..................................................................................

Furbish Studio is having 15% off their entire site!  Use code HAPPY4.  Shop the whole Furbish Site Here.

I am obsessed with this Palm Leaf Tray.

I own these spotted dinner napkins and they are my favorites!

 

On my wish list are these tortoise glasses, love them!

 .................................................................

JCrew is having 40% off all final sale.  Use code SHOPMORE

 This adorable Pom-Pom cover-up is already a steal at $39 then you get 40% off.

Done and Done.

 I just picked up these sandals in black and they come to like $35 with the discount!  Such a steal!  They are so comfortable too.

\\ Back Zip Sandals

M favorite Emma Ballet flats are also additonal 40% off.  Some great colors are on sale.

..............................................................................

Baublebar is offering $10 off any order $30.

I adore these tulip tassel drops 

.

NDM Styles: Leopard Two Ways

I have mentioned these Leopard Shorts on here before but they really are a favorite of mine this Summer.  I wear them all the time.  They surprisingly go with everything, but of course I do consider leopard to be  a neutral:)  The are lightweight silk and so comfortable.  I decided to feature two different tops with them to give you an idea of different ways to style them and how versatile they are.  I promise you they will quickly become your favorite shorts!

Rebecca Taylor Blouse on sale! | Rebecca Minkoff Purse c/o Mosaic Clothing | Equipment Leopard Shorts |JCrew Ballet Flats

 I have wanted this Rebecca Taylor top, since seeing Megan sporting it flawlessly.  I finally found it on major sale.  Right now it is on sale and then you get an additional 40% off!  It is such a great lightweight white blouse for the summer.  You do need to wear a white tank under it.  I just love the cut-out detail.  Use code RT14JULY40 to get additional 40% off.  I am wearing a size 2.  It also looks great with white skinny jeans and cut-off jean shorts.  Shop the whole Rebecca Taylor Sale Here.

\\ Rebecca Taylor Blouse

 Someone got camera shy.  

Second look, is paired with my favorite Chambray top!! This top is such a closet staple.  I wear it at least once a week.  The back is adorable because it buttons all the way up the back.  It is a lightweight Chambray so not heavy at all.

\\ Equipment Chambray Top 

Sterling wanted to be in a picture but of course then didn't want to even look at the camera or smile, go figure.  I am almost 5'10 and wearing a size small in the shorts for those curious about sizing.  They zip up the back and have no pockets which I really like for a seamless fit.

\\ Equipment Leopard Shorts

The shorts are also available in this beautiful floral print.   Use code SHOPFAST to get additional 25% off this floral version.

\\ Equipment Lewis Short

I have to show a close up of my necklaces.  I found the Moon necklace at Scout and Molly's in Charlotte and just love it.  Anything with a moon on it is super special to me because of Miss Frances Moon.  The shorter Gorjana one I wear daily.  It is great for layering.

\\ Gorjana Necklace

I can't forget the ballet flats.  They are the JCrew Emma ballet flats and they are my favorites!!

So comfortable.  I recently picked up the nude and black.  I needed some neutrals as I had worn through my old Tory Burch Revas and was ready for a different ballet flat without a logo.  The leather is so soft on these and they are super comfortable.  Several colors are on sale now.

\\ JCrew Emma Ballet Flats 

 Shop both looks below:

Broccoli Salad + Saks Sale

I originally was not going to post this recipe, I figured not too many peeps cared about broccoli salad but after posting a sneak peek of it on insatgram I got several requests for the recipe so here you go.  This salad would actually be perfect for the holiday weekend.  This particular version is mayo free, now don't get me wrong I love the mayo version but I was looking for something a bit healthier so I created this version and honestly it is really good. If you can buy the tomatoes at your local farmers market, they add such good flavor.  I used a pack of the microwave bacon because it was quicker but I imagine this would be even better with fresh cooked bacon.  The dressing is a light Dijon vinaigrette and it pairs really well with the broccoli.  I had all intentions of putting feta in this, but of course forgot it at the grocery store, so I subbed white cheddar.  I always grate my own and use Cabot or Cracker Barrel they have the best flavor!  The white cheddar was really good.  This saves well in the fridge for several days.  Enjoy!

|| B R O C C O L I    S A L A D ||

- 1-2 heads broccoli chopped up into fairly small pieces

- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (quartered or halved)

- 4-5 green onions sliced

- 1 package bacon cooked and crumbled

- Sharp white cheddar cheese shredded

- 1/3 cup olive oil

- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard

- 1 garlic clove minced

- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or champagne vinegar

-salt and pepper

Whick together olive oil, dijon, vinegar, garlic, and salt and pepper.  Place all the veggies in a bowl with bacon and cheese and toss with dressing.

And if you need an idea for sandwiches to go with this salad try these out.  We bought a fresh loaf of bread at the Farmers Market and then layered whole grain mustard, sliced salami, and brie.  They were out of this world good!  We packed all this up for an evening boat ride but it would be great for a picnic too!

..........................................................

Saks just started a huge sale 70% off!  My favorite tie dye sweater is 70% off, I just love mine!!  

The Rag and Bone Nicole tank is now only $50!  Shop the whole sale here.  I rounded up my top picks.

Obsessions

|| The Lady and The Sailor Tee Shirt Dress ||

I love a good tee shirt dress.  They are super easy with kids.  The material is thick on this dress which I like,  if the material is too cheap and thin it is such a bad look and fit.  This one just got marked down- I am wearing a size 2 which is equivalent to a medium it runs on the small side.

|| Gap Leaf Clutch ||

I am so excited to find this print in the clutch version!! Such a great price.  For any of you new moms this would be so cute with diapers and wipes inside your regular purse!

|| Free People Marlow Dress ||

I love a good boho dress.  This one comes in 3 cute colors.  Looks so light and airy.

|| ESN Artisan Bracelet ||

I am so in love with my bracelet from ESN.  English the designer was sweet enough to send me one with the kids names engraved and I just adore it.  I have been wearing it every single day.  It is such a great bracelet alone or layered.  English crafts and stamps each bracelet in her home studio in Atlanta, GA.  I just love that they are each individually made and have such special meaning. You can do just silver but I loved the silver with the gold dots. And you don't have to do just names, you can do dates or whatever combo you prefer.   This is such a great gift for any new mom or a mothers day gift. Check out English's whole site it is filled with beautiful handmade jewelry.  I also love the namesake necklace.  Shop all these beautiful handcrafted bracelets and jewelry HERE.

|| Dolce Vita Maxi Dress ||

Love the colors, pattern, and style of this beautiful maxi!

 

|| French Connection Penn Shoe ||

The perfect shoe to take you from Summer to Fall.

|| Current and Elliot Polka Dot Tee ||

I love the look of this over sized tee.  Always love a fan of polka dots.

|| Serafina Tassel Necklace ||

Who doesn't love a tassel?  This necklace is too cute.

|| Joie Brighton B Silk Tank ||

This is such a great solid color tank.  I find cute solid color tanks in great colors are hard to find.  I love the peacock blue. This would look great under a blazer in the Fall too.

|| Tory Burch Phoebe Sandals || 

I think these are going to be my next summer sandals.  They would go with everything.

|| Claire Vivier Fold Over Clutch ||

This is my favorite Claire V Clutch yet, the spots are perfection!!

Art + Wine + Beauty Favs

Good Monday morning.  Today is a lot of randomness but I want to share it all. Hope you all had a fab weekend!

First off lets talk art.  One of my best friends here in Charleston, Amanda,  just started an Etsy shop selling her paintings and they are just gorgeous.  We have been telling her for years to do this because she is so talented and I am so glad she finally did.  I just had my own piece framed and I just adore it.  She paints a lot Lowcountry landscape scenes and also does some children's art as well.

Her prices are really awesome right now since she is just starting out so buy before they go up!  You can view her Etsy shop HERE.  A few other favorites, but they all are really stunning even more so in person.  A great gift idea too, I actually got ours for Matt for Father's Day but then we loved it so much we decided we wanted to hang it in our dining room!

\\ Amanda Parrott Etsy Shop

................................................................................

Next up wine.  These are 3 wines that are in heavy rotation around here. They are all delicious and all under $15.  I have really been into Roses and Sauvignon Blancs this summer.  They are so light and refreshing.  I hate sweet wine so none of these are sweet, they are crisp.  I bought all three of these at our local wine/ABC Store (on Harborview for those locals) but they may be carried at Total wine too I am just not sure.

 Sierra Cantabria Rose | Honig Sauvignon Blanc | Mittlebach Rose

......................................................................................

Lastly make-up.  These are a few new products I am loving!

REDKEN BLONDE IDOL BBB SPRAY \\ My hairdresser recommended this spray for my hair.  My hair gets really tangled after I shower.  This spray makes it so easy to brush my hair while wet and it makes my hair so soft.  Plus it smells amazing.

BEAUTYCOUNTER EVERYDAY FACE LOTION \\ I am sure most of you have heard of beauty counter products by now, it is the new wave in good for you beauty products.  The company mission is so amazing not to use any chemicals or weird products.  I swear by all the products I have from Beauty Counter.  I love this face moisturizer.  I use it in the morning before I put on my make-up and it feels like silk.  So refreshing on my skin.  I also love the rose water spray, body lotion, and face oil.  The kids products are also legit.  You can shop the whole line here, really good stuff.

LAROCHE-POSAY EFFACLAR FACE WASH // For some time now my mom and sister have told me to try this line that is carried at Walgreens.  I finally bought the face wash and love it.  The line is created in France and I have heard nothing but rave things about it.  I love a face wash that really foams up and gets all my make-up off and this one does just that.  It comes highly recommended by most dermatologists.

IT COSMETICS COLOR CORRECTING COVERAGE CREAM\\  I used to swear by Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer but I now I love this line so much more.  This is basically a tinted moisturizer but it feels so much lighter and goes on more seamlessly than the Laura Mercier one.  It has SPF 50 which is awesome.

IT COSMETICS BYE BYE UNDEREYES \\ I am a loyal fan of the Clu De Peau concealer but this one rocked my world.  I still use both sometimes together.  This one is created by a plastic surgeon and I swear it makes me look less tired and hides my under eye circles better than any concealer and a little goes a long way.  It is waterproof, yet moisturizing and stays in place pretty much all day.  Contains high concentrations of Vitamins K, A, C, E and Collagen, which help reduce under eye puffiness and discoloration while strengthening the delicate skin  under your eye area.  You can't beat the price for only $30, this stuff works miracles.  I use the medium color.

LAURA MERCIER RED RASPBERRY LIPSTICK \\ I have found this is my new go-to shade this Summer.  It is such a great pink/red combo.

M61 JET GLOW SERUM \\ This is the first serum I have used and I have to say I love it.  It has really made my skin feel hydrated and smooth.  I use this after I wash my face and before I put on lotion at night for an extra layer.  This is carried at Blue Mercury here in Charleston.

3D FIBER LASH \\ If you want your lashes to look super long please buy this mascara it is freaking amazing.  After my quest to find the perfect mascara one of my readers sent me this mascara and it blow my socks off.  You apply it on top of a coat of your regular mascara and it is fibers that attach to to your lashes and it makes them look super thick and long.  I know it sounds a little weird but it really isn't.  It is so easy to use and just washes right off with your face wash.  I could tell a major difference with the length and thickness of my lashes.  I don't use this everyday but I do use whenever I have an event, dinner plans, etc. 

...............................................................

Today is the last day to get 25% off any Gigi New York Teddie Tote.  I just love mine. 

Use code DBDD25

Plus they just started their Summer Sale, shop it HERE.