My Top 10 Favorite Buys of 2015

Each year I like to compile a list of my favorite purchases from the last year.  You can read my favorites from last year HERE.  These are items that I use almost everyday or are on constant rotation outfit wise.  I highly recommend each and everyone of them.  They are great if you are still looking for last minute gifts or you just want to treat yourself.

ONE | Beauty Counter Lipstick

I really like anything Beauty Counter but their lipsticks are my favorite.  I now own 4 shades: twig, rose, currant, and scarlet and love them all.  Frances has been all about putting on my lipstick lately and it makes me feel good to know their are no weird chemicals in my Beauty Counter Lipsticks.  I also like that you can apply them to be almost sheer or layer on for more color.

  

      

TWO | Vince Claire Pumps

I scored these shoes on sale after Christmas last year.  

I own black and the nude and they are my favorite pumps.  They are very comfortable and the heel isn't super high.  The leather is so soft too.  I wear mine all the time with jeans and dresses.  I find Vince shoes run TTS, I wear a 9 which is my normal size.

The gray color is 40% off.

THREE | Gucci iPad Case

I recently got a new iPad and case.  I looked at several cases but I really liked the style of this one with the top flap.  It also comes in black, navy and blush (which I choose) and is on sale for 40% off right now.  You could honestly carry it out as a clutch too if you wanted to.

FOUR | Barrington St. Charles Tote

This is hands down my favorite tote.  It is great for a weekend away and also great if you are flying.  It is the perfect size to fit under your airplane seat and you can fit so much in it.  I use it as my carry on and then stuff a smaller purse inside it for once I arrive.  You can choose from so many different fabric choices and have your initials put on it as well.

FIVE | S'well Water Bottle

I never thought I would love a water bottle so much.  I fill mine up everyday and take it on the go with me.  It stays cold seriously for 24 hours.  I own the medium size and actually asked for a large one for Christmas I love it so much.

SIX |Fleece Lounge Pants

These are a fairly new purchase but I had to add them to the list because I am obsessed with them.  I can't wait to put them on every night.  They are so so soft and incredibly comfortable! They come in several different patterns too, I am tempted to get the plaid next.

SEVEN | Nike 5.0 Running Shoes

I have tried several brands of running shoes and these are my favorite.  I like that they are lightweight but still offer support.

EIGHT | Wet HairBrush

This brush is the absolute best.  I just ordered another one just for the kids because they were always taking mine.  It makes brushing your wet hair so much easier.  It doesn't pull or snag your hair at all.  These would make great stocking stuffers:)

NINE | Equipment Audrey Dress

This dress made the list because it is so versatile.  I can wear it to church, during the day with flats or for a night out with heels and fun jewelry.  It is a good investment piece for your closet.  It runs TTS, I have a small.

TEN | Candyshop Vintage Rice Beads + Julie Vos Initial Pendant 

I had to do a tie with these 2 necklaces because I love them equally.  They both are perfect for everyday wear, you can toss them on with any outfit.  The rice beads you can also wrap around your arm for a layered bracelet.  The rice beads also come in silver, turquoise, coral, navy, and rose gold.

The pendant is the perfect length for layering but also great alone.

Would love to know if you have any favorite purchases from the past year!

Non-Toy Gift Ideas for the Kids

I hope everyone had a great weekend.  I know we did, I will share some pictures later this week.  Today I wanted to share a few non-toy gift ideas for the kids.  I try to give my kids a mix of gifts and not just all toys.  I like to gift a few clothing items and my kids always love pjs!

If you are looking for outerwear check out the Zelfusion line for the kids.  It is created by Zella.  Sterling spied the jacket and really wanted it because it had the thumb holes like my workout jackets. 

I like that it is like a fleece and workout jacket all in one.  Sizing wise he is wearing a small 7/8.  It is a touch big on him but I like for him to have room to wear it for awhile.

Zelfusion Jacket | Sweater | Jeans | Vans

I love the wolf sweater.  It is hard to find cute clothes for Sterling's age.  I always find the cutest stuff from the Tucker and Tate line at Nordstrom and it is not crazy expensive.

It also comes in this cute dog print.  Adorable for the holidays.

The Zelfusion Jacket also comes in a girl version. Sizes start at 4.

For the girls, I could not resist this bear tee shirt for Frances. The red sparkle mocs are perfect for the holidays too.  Frances is getting in her 2 year molars right now so ignore all the drool, she is constantly drooling these days:)

Bear Tee | Leggings | Mocs

I love the little lace detail at the bottom.

The bear shirt also comes in a Raccoon and Deer Print that are equally as cute:) They run TTS, Frances is wearing a 2T.

Two cuties.  I think either of their outfits would make great Christmas gifts.

Both of my kids get so excited about new PJs.  I rounded up a few cute options.

I actually bought both kids new pairs to leave out from Santa this year with matching stuffed animals.

llama Pjs (comes in 6 different prints ) | Heart Nightgown | Heart Robe

Moon Pjs | Stripe Robe | Robot PJS

Llama Nightgown | Bear Pjs | Army Pjs

Frances Moon adores this nightgown.

Nightgown | Hippo | Slippers

It may be only 11 days til Christmas but if you order now it will still be delivered before Christmas! Nordstrom makes it easy with free shipping and returns and they also price match as well!

Thanks to Nordstrom for partnering on this post.

Palmetto Bluff with Toyota

Happy Saturday Friends!  

Today I wanted to share a few pictures from our girl's trip last weekend.  

If you follow me on instagram (@snoopnattynat) then you already saw a few snaps of Caycee, Krystine and I last weekend.  I mentioned before but Toyota contacted us about doing a sponsored road trip and test driving their new Camry.  I had heard nothing but great things about their Camry so I was excited to test drive it.  

We picked Palmetto Bluff as our destination because it was an easy drive from Charleston (about 2 hours) and it sounded amazing.  I had heard such amazing things about Bluffton and Palmetto Bluff but had never been. 

You can tell we were just a little bit excited for a weekend away.

We picked the car up at our local dealership- if you live in Charleston there is one in West Ashley on Hwy 17.

The girls let me drive and I was so excited- I secretly love being the driver.

Do you think we packed enough luggage for the weekend?  but seriously this Barrington Luggage is my favorite.  You can custom design your bags with so many different patterns.  Of course I chose leopard.

The Captain's Bag | St Charles Tote | Leather Tote

The Camry was so spacious inside and the drive was super smooth.  Not to mention beautiful, I sometimes forget how spectacular the Low Country can be. 

We pulled up to Palmetto Bluff and I knew we would love it.  So charming.

Traveling to Palmetto Bluff around the holidays was such a treat with all the gorgeous decorations.

We stayed in one of the new rooms at the Inn that were just finished last month.  If you need more space they also have cottages you can rent.

I loved the light details at all the rooms at the Inn.

Ready for a night out.  The first night we dined at The River House restaurant, located right inside the main building at Palmetto Bluff.  The Gem salad was my favorite!

I am wearing Equipment Blouse | Rag and Bone jeans | Rag and Bone boots

The next morning we awoke to this view from our patio.  The pool is heated too, so you can swim year round.

Wearing Lake Pajamas

The next day we wanted to explore Palmetto Bluff.

I loved this sweet Chapel.  Two wedding happened here while we were in town.

We loved the restaurant Buffalos.  Their breakfast was amazing.  This egg croissant sandwich and grits were out of this world good.  They also had a killer biscuit bar with the most delicious homemade gravy and jalapeño cheddar biscuits.

Around the corner was the cutest little market filled gourmet goodies and treats.  We stopped for some snacks and I ended up buying Christmas gifts for the kids and an amazing smelling candle for my mom.

That afternoon we had the most insane massage at the spa and then relaxed by the water.

At night they use these fire pit for s'mores!

Then we got ready for another night out.

Can you tell we loved the large mirror in our bathroom??

The cutest details on our walk to dinner.

The next morning we got up bright and early to leave and caught the most gorgeous sunrise.

Palmetto Bluff was one of the most beautiful and serene places I have been.  It was so relaxing and nice to have girl time.  Next time I would love to visit in the Summer and bring the whole family with me.  I know the kids would love it!

A huge thank you to Toyota for sponsoring this trip and letting us drive the Camry for our weekend.  A few things about the Camry I loved:

 The gas mileage was amazing.  We drove 4 hours total and that only used up a quarter a tank of gas.  Seriously amazing gas mileage.   Secondly, the car was roomy and so comfortable.  I am used to driving a SUV and thought a car would feel tight and cramped but that was not the case at all.  This Camry was so incredibly spacious.  

As mom I am also concerned about safety and I loved that the Camry had front and back air bags.

The trunk was also large for storage purposes.

Plus the car just looked sleek, a very attractive sedan. 

Thank you Toyota for an amazing trip!
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (“Toyota”) provided me with compensation and use of a VEHICLE for a short period of time. The opinions I have shared about this vehicle are my own.”