Saturday, March 19, 2016

The Best Weekend Deals

I hope everyone is enjoying there weekend!  Looks like rain here today, but hopefully not all day!  The kids and I are off to the Progeny Pop Up Shoppe this morning.  I am always excited when they come to town, so many cute things for the kids!  


Lots of greta deals going on this weekend.  I rounded up a few of them!

N O R D S T R O M 
Nordstrom just did some major markdowns.  I shared a few of my Equipment favorites yesterday that were reduced.  I actually wore this blouse friday during the day and out that night. This style runs large I am wearing XS.


I also love this Vince dress, now 40% off too.  I admired it when it first came out.  I love the blues.
This Joie Blouse is also reduced.  My mom owns it and it is so pretty on.

Another favorite of mine included in the sale is this embroidered Joie Blouse.


$25 off dresses
I bought this dress and really like the pattern and fit.

I also love this laser cut dress,  the coral is such a pretty color for Spring.
I tried this shirtdress on and really liked the style.  

I love the colors in this shift dress.  Super cute for Spring


30% off orders of $75 use code ENJOY.
So many cute things right now at Old Navy.
This embroidered dress was even cuter in person.

I also picked up this bikini.  I wanted to try it on in the store store before I bought it and honestly for the price $35 for both pieces, I really liked it.  The bottoms sit higher up which I really like for more coverage. I also liked that the top had a strap for extra support too.



New markdowns





Friends and Family Event 25% off everything use code JOIEFRIENDS
I love this new floral pattern.  

Up to 70% off!  Limited selections but there are still some good deals left.
I really like the blush tone of this purse




20% off everything for members- just sign up to get code! 
Of course my favorite is this fringe dress!
They also carry my favorite jeans.  McGuire denim is amazing.  They suck you in and don't stretch out too badly!









Friday, March 18, 2016

Thoughts For Friday

TGIF Friends!  We have a fairly low key weekend with no real plans and I am not gonna lie I am excited about that!

We booked our place in St Maarten a few weeks ago and we finally booked our plane tickets this week so I am pumped.  It feels real now and it is only 3 months away!!  Of course I am already planning outfits and this Mara Hoffman dress is sure to come with me!  It runs on the large side, so size down.  I got an XS.  It also comes in a gorgeous blue color as well.


Frances Moon's Pink Chicken for Target dresses came in the mail and they are even cuter in person.  I love this watermelon one!  Right now clothing is buy one get one 50% off at Target too!


I am going to attempt to make these layered rice krispie treats with the kids this weekend.  They look so cute and the recipe claims they are easy:)  They are made with melted peeps! Recipe Via.


I have a few trips coming up this year and I am so excited about my new Barrington Gifts travel items.   I have a few of their larger totes that I love.  They have so many fun patterns for the Spring.  Although warning I spent way too long playing with patterns and monogram colors.  It is so hard to decide!


If you are looking for a great everyday lip color I am loving the Beauty Counter Lip Sheer in Twig and Rose.  Twig is the perfect nude and Rose gives you the perfect light hint of pink.  I think I am going to try the Coral next.

I have been into drinking this detox tea.  I really like the flavor and it is caffeine free.  It is supposed to be cleansing for your liver too:)  I drink it a few nights a week before bed.

I took the kids to see Zootopia last weekend and I loved it.  Although I think I liked it more than they did.  It was such a good movie with a great story line and moral.  I highly recommend it.


Sterling made the most elaborate trap for a Leprechaun this week.  I just love how big his imagination is.   I love the sign he made that says "gold in there" to try and lure him in:)  

A few of my favorite Equipment pieces from this Spring were just marked down and are on sale right now.

Wearing size Small.


Wearing size mall.

Wearing size XS.


Have a great weekend. I will be back tomorrow with some awesome weekend deals!









Thursday, March 17, 2016

12 Dresses I am Loving + Beckett Boutique

Happy Thursday Friends!  Yay for one more day til the weekend!  Today I wanted to share a few dresses that I am loving and also introduce you to Beckett Boutique!
1|  Wilt Tee Shirt Dress - I own this in a different color and love it.  I especially like this blush color for Spring!   
2|  Parker Embroidered Dress- The embroidery detail on this dress is gorgeous and I love the halter style.
3| Amanda Uprichard Dress - I love the hot pink color and ruffle detail at the bottom.  This also comes in a gorgeous deep blue.
4| Joie Lace Dress - I am always a fan of white dresses and I love the detail on this one
5|  One Resort Maxi- One of my favorite maxis, I own it in 3 colors and the price is amazing under $100! I love this new print they came out with but it also comes in solid colors Here.
6|  Mara Hoffman Stars Dress- I am obsessed with this new star pattern Mara just came out with.  This also comes in a lighter peach version as well. I ordered this as a little birthday treat for myself:)
7| Joie Arden Dress- This chambray dress is the perfect light weight versatile dress.  I would pair it with wedges or flats for a fun casual look.
8| Clu Short Sleeve Tee Shirt Dress - I own this in the long sleeve version and love it.  They just came out with this tee shirt version and I think I need it! 
9| Glamorous Off Shoulder Dress - This beauty is only $40!!  Super cute.
10| Rory Becca Dress- I really like the fabric and style of this dress.  It has such pretty soft and muted colors.  It would be great for a wedding.
11| Free People Cut Out Dress - This dress looks like it would be so comfy and I like that it has a small cut out, so not too much skin is shown.  It is under $90.
12 | Love Sam Off Shoulder Dress- I love the beautiful pattern on this dress.  

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A few weeks ago the girls at Beckett Boutique asked me if I wanted to be featured in their Spring Lookbook.  I was beyond flattered as they are one of my favorite boutiques in town.  They opened a little less than a year ago and they have quickly become my go-to for building my closet with timeless pieces.   One of the owners went to law school with Matt- such a small world! 

The interior of the store is just as gorgeous as the clothes.  
They are located at 409 King Street, suite 101.
If you follow their instagram account @beckettboutique you can see all the new arrivals and special promotions.

They have such a fabulous selection of many of my favorite designers like Elizabeth and James, Rebecca Minkoff, Holst + Lee, McGuire Denim and Victoria + Woods. 

They have an amazing blog which I love that features not just fashion, but food and lifestyle too!  They also offer the Beckett Box service.  I know so many stores are starting to offer these box services which makes shopping super easy.  What Beckett Boutique does that is a little different from other stores is they send you a lookbook each month, so you can see items from the store already styled.  Then you can choose what you want in your box!  Super easy!  If you want to check out their blog and box service you can do that Here.

Below are a few pictures from the photo shoot.  All these items are available for Spring right now in the store.  I had so much fun playing model for the morning, and of course I wanted to keep everything I tried on!













Wednesday, March 16, 2016

White Bean + Arugula Salad | Favorite Dress Restocked


Now that the weather is warmer here it has me craving light and fresh meals.  You know I love a salad and this one is my new favorite.  Not only is it gorgeous to look at with so many colors but it is delicious too (and super healthy) !    I have been eating this for my lunch but if you wanted to serve this as a main meal it would be awesome served with grilled chicken or shrimp.  If you decide to make this ahead of time I would wait til the last minute to add in the arugula so it doesn't get too wilted.  This is best served at room temperature.  Enjoy!


|| W H I T E   B E A N  + A R U G U L A  S A L A D ||

- 2 cans cannellini beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
- 2 carrots sliced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
1/2 small red onion diced
- 1/2 cup chopped kalamata olives
- 1-2 cups baby arugula
- fresh basil chopped thinly
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 
- salt and pepper to taste

Chop all ingredients and place in a large bowl and toss together.  Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, and sherry vinegar together and season with salt and pepper.  Pour over salad.  This is best served at room temperature. 

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I wore my new fringe shift dress last night to a Fashion week event and I wanted to share it is back in stock in most sizes.  
Sizing wise I went up a size.  I am normally a 4 but the 4 was snug in my hips so I went up to a 6 and it fits perfectly.  I have already worn this dress 2 times this week.  I dressed it up with wedges last night but then I also wore it with flats during the day.  Super versatile.


A close up view of the fringe detail and material.  Also these Le Specs sunglasses are the best and under $70.

We attended a party last night for Lilly Pulitzer and it was so fun!    The party was at The Grand Bohemian Hotel, and the rooftop area was awesome.  

Such a cool spot to hang out and have a drink over looking the city.





Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Style Files Vol 6 | All About The Kids Our Spring Favorites


Today is all about the little ones!   They are definitely the cutest models:)
I have so much fun shopping for Sterling and Frances Moon and some of the Spring kid's stuff is so cute right now.  

I mean how adorable is this pink dress??  It would be a perfect Easter dress!  It also comes in a bright blue/yellow color, that I love! With Frances I always size up in dresses so she can wear them for a longer amount of time.  Many of the girl clothes are more expensive than the boys, so I want to make sure she can wear them for awhile.  Once her dresses get too short, we pair them with leggings as top for extra wear.
She is wearing a 3T in this dress and it is a touch long on her now but I am hoping she can wear this for the next year or two.

I love the details on the top of the dress and arms. 
Frances loves hair bows and headbands so I knew she would love this flower headband.  The nice part is it actually stays on in place.  You can also wear it across your head as a crown too.

These salt water sandals are our favorites.  I also ordered these a little bigger so she would have room all Summer.  I love the hot pink, but they also come in several other colors.
Sterling of course picked out his outfit.  I don't try to shop for him anymore without his approval.  He is still shark obsessed, so the tee was definite and he always loves a hoodie.  He especially liked the fact this one was lined with faux fur.

Sterling has been wearing these Pumas since he was 2!  They are the best, we buy a new pair every year.  I love that they velcro and are easy to put on by himself.

Sterling's Outfit | 

Frances Moon's Outfit |




I had a reader request to share some of my favorite shoes for Frances and Sterling.

These shoes are the ones we buy time and time again every year.  They are staples if you will. I only have a few requirements when buying shoes for the kids:  
1) They are easy to get on.  There is nothing worse than shoes that take forever to lace up or get on.
2) They are relatively cute.  Sterling and Frances are pretty opinionated these days so I try and steer them towards shoes that are not too tacky. 
3) They are comfortable.  I want them to be comfortable for the kids to wear and play in all day. 


kids shoes

Nordstrom is usually my go to for shoes.  Since we don't have a department store in Charleston, it is so easy to order online.

Toms- I like Toms for both the boys and the girls and they always have fun new patterns.  I love the gingham for the little girls and the chambray for the boys. 

Natives- these are like crocs but way cuter.  They wear these all year long here in Charleston but they are especially great in the Summer.  If they get dirty, wet, or sand in them they are easy to wash off.

Hunter Rain Boots- I love the gloss kind for the Frances and the matte for Sterling.   My kids love to wear these even when it is not raining.

Pumas- these are my favorite sneakers for the boys.  I love the look and the fact that they are velcro and easy to get on and off.

Salt Water Sandals- these are my favorite sandals for the girls, they are simple and sweet.  They come in about 7 different color options too.



Thanks to Nordstrom for partnering on this post!