Just like last week when I was telling you about all the things I love right now we are keeping the thread going. Face Mask Fashion A Social Moms post about face mask fashion and finding a DIY hair mask that is right for your hair. Slip Dresses, Maxi Skirts, & More I have a few days a week where all I want is to feel totally free in my clothes without any constrictions. Thanks, Coronavirus. You totally have me wearing skirts and dresses again. Gone are my cute shorts and tops from summers long gone by. I want dresses in light fabrics, things with wide pockets, and no waistlines. I want easy to throw on stuff that feels good against my body but also keeps me looking put together. Muscle Burns Fat (#mbf) I'm REALLY excited about the start of #mbf. It's a fat-burning … [Read more...]
What I Love This Week
I'm on a mission to find fun, engaging, sustainable, and easy ways to make our life more enjoyable, as well as those that give back. It's summer and it's Covid Summer #Quarantinelife still (did we really think this would still be a thing?!) so our world is different. I'm looking for new businesses to support and ways to help my community because we are all suffering, growing (PLEASE!), and finding ways to learn. Social Moms, Social Stuff I write for the website Social Moms on the regular. Here's the latest from me. 10 Black-Owned Beauty Brands You Need to Discover and How to Soothe Irritated Skin (I'm looking at you, face mask). Feeling anxious? How about eating your way to being anxiety-free? Shocking No One My Teen is Bored Looking for some fun DIY beauty ideas to … [Read more...]
All I Want for Summer
Is it just me or is this week exhausting? It doesn't feel like the Fourth of July is imminent either. We'll be socially distanced with our sparklers and fire pit in our cul de sac, I think. Whoo Hoo! Happy Fourth everyone! Sports bra courtesy of Pineapple Clothing Company. Use code: vicmas for 20% off. At this point, I feel like all I want to wear is either activewear, bright colors, and tropical prints or snarky t-shirts with skirts or shorts. Tuesday left me tired but this bright pink top and layered necklace from OnePosh.co made me feel put together and able to power through the day. You know how I like jewelry, especially delicate, minimalist pieces like this one from @oneposh.co has the cutest jewelry, check them out, and I have special discount code for 30% OFF now: … [Read more...]
All About Orange: Fashion Trend for 2020
In 1992 I picked up an orange Ralph Lauren sweater from a Macy's clearance sale. I wore that sweater until well into the 2000s. It was soft, warm and the color made me feel good. It wasn't long after that I picked up a canvas windbreaker from J.Crew in the same orange hue. The 90s had a thing for orange. It's no surprise that we are back here again. 2020 is all about orange. It's Orange and I'm in Love Here are just a few of my favorite orange picks. Orange is a burst of color that makes you feel happy. It looks great on your tips or your toes. Pick out an orange tote, set of shades, or beach towel to take with you to the beach or pool this summer season. Kick up your neutral stay-at-home look with some orange slides. There are so many ways to wear orange this season … [Read more...]
News, Notes, & 1950s Fashion
What's new with all you quarantina's this week? Still staying cozy, baking, and zooming? Me either. I'm done. I am so officially done. I'm not complaining because I do actually like not driving my kids ninety-bazillion places each day and barely taking time to eat or read a book or talk with my spouse. I like our quiet evenings at home where we aren't in a rush for showers and mid-week fire pits are now a thing. However, I'm so over my roots, missing my friends, and not seeing family. That part blows. News Then this happened this past weekend. This has not sucked. It has been a ray of hope and sunshine and grace. Not going to lie, it's also a nice distraction for the kids right about now. Meet Gracie. Everyone needs a little grace. So far as Gracie comes out of her … [Read more...]
My 4 Favorite Nail Polish Colors for Spring
Hello! Who is ready for some bright, shiny color to add to their days? Is anyone else not feeling all the neutral WAH comfy, cozy outfits anymore? Same same. I'm ready for bold color. I'm ready for warm weather and being able to spend time outside even if it is still with just the people that reside within my four walls. In the meantime, before we are all back out in the world on the regular, I'm leaning into some gorgeously fun nail polish shades for this spring. They make me happy. Enough said. Living Coral by Butter London This color gives me life! It's sheer and peachy and works well on all skin tones. I love how glossy it is and it makes me excited for summer. Essie's Expressie line has a beautiful version of their own. 2. Bustling Bazaar by Essie This … [Read more...]
News, Notes & Favorite Earth Day Things
How is everyone doing right now? I mean, really, how are you doing? For my family here in Virginia, we have been in quarantine for over a month. We are in our second week of distance learning for our kids despite them being out since Friday, the 13th. It's been a challenge. However, we now realize that the slower pace suits us in a lot of ways. Still, we miss our friends. We miss their faces. We miss our church family. Truthfully, I'm in a full Lymes flare up the likes of which I haven't experienced since 2018 when I was in full treatment mode. I've been put on new drugs and anti-anxiety meds and I'm breaking out like a hormonal teen but I'm weeks away from turning 44. I feel so pretty! Sigh. Some days I don't know if I have got a handle on things or not. Some days I am barely … [Read more...]
Shop the Shopbop Spring Event
The Shopbop Spring Event is here! I don't know about you, but I get super excited about it each and every year. It's the perfect time to see the latest styles for the spring season and stock up on necessities and closet staples too. I like to pick up a few items already marked down from the winter that I can use now and again next fall too. It's a total win-win situation. In years past I have found everything from gorgeous sandals, Havianas, spring and summer dresses, the perfect t-shirt, and accessories and bags beyond compare. It's super fun to browse through all the categories and look at items by color too. That's where I really begin to break down what I want because I typically have an idea in mind of what I want for the season. Last summer it was a green bathing suit. This … [Read more...]
February Finds
The month of February is winding down and before we know it Spring will be here! Who else is excited for that? I know that I am! Sales are coming our way too, including a very big one next week, so before we close .out this month I wanted to share my February finds. Snakeskin I haven't fully climbed on board this spring trend yet but I'm getting real close. I have a pair of snakeskin flats that are begging for warmer weather. This pair of snakeskin activewear pants are on top of my list. Onzie High Basic Midi Leggings Crochet Now, this trend has been popping up here and there for a while now, but this spring it is everywhere. I tend to add one piece from a trend, like a t-shirt with crochet, that can highlight the style but not dive in. This shirt is bold but … [Read more...]
Fun Fashion Trends for Spring
Who is ready to retire their bulky sweaters for the year? Samesies! I'm ready to dive into fun fashion trends for spring right about now. I want to store away the sweaters, scarves, cords, fleece-lined or wooly anything. Bye, bye cozy socks. Hello, espadrilles and tanks. I've been busy combing through the trends for spring and came up with a few fun favorite trends for you, me, and anyone. Colored Vegan Pleather Guess Asymmetrical Vegan Moto Jacket Express Vegan Leather Mid-Thigh Skirt Leather Wrap Midi Dress in Mustard Puffy Sleeves This is one trend I didn't want to love but now I so DO!! It's feminine and fun and a great way to dress up a look. Textured Short Sleeve Shirt Sugar Lips Puff Sleeve Top LC Lauren Conrad Puff Sleeve Print Top Edgy Boots … [Read more...]