{living life to the fullest and turning moments into memories}
SHOP: My Dog In My Valentine Tee ($15) | Denim | Charlie’s Bandana
My Dog is my Valentine 💌 FUR-ever, unconditional kind of love 🐾
Next Friday is Valentine’s Day!! In one week from today! So, in true xoxostacyb fashion, I put together a Valentine’s Day gift guide! Filled with all the things cute + pink + festive 💕
We’ve included items for kids + friends + girlfriends + teachers – you name it, there is something for everyone!
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Dress | Heels | Phone Case | Bracelets: Gold // Rope
The worst part about Friday is waking up and realizing it’s actually ONLY Thursday. FML!
a little of this + a little of that……
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Tee | Shorts | Vans (BOGO 1/2 off) | No-Show Socks | Backpack
I can hardly believe school starts in TWENTY TWO days! Where did summer go?
As much as I LOVE summer. I have to admit, I’m ready for our regular routine. You know – the one where nobody wants to get out of bed. Then we’re both up fighting over the bathroom. Bumping into each other to brush out teeth. And typically running late. Ha! Don’t you miss that too?
Bailey has opted out of taking zero period this year, so we’ve got some logistics to still work out. The 7:15 am out the door was actually kinda nice last year.
But, what we do have figured out is ALL THE THINGS back to school gear-wise. From backpacks to teen approved lunchboxes. Vans, ONLY vans. Cute tops + accessories that you “NEED”
With the help of my very own 12 year old, we’ve rounded up her top picks for back to school.
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Tee ($12) | Skirt ($20)| Booties sold out // similar | Sunglasses | Rope Bracelet
It’s Thursday friends. The HOT as hell weekend is almost here. Almost, almost, makes me not that excited for the best two days of the week after reading the weather forecast. 108 degrees. Sickening! We are going to head to the coast for a bit and get some vitamin sea. And cooler temps.
I was looking in my closet the other day. Had one of those “I hate everything I own” kinda days. Which is absolutely ridiculous. But, we all have those days, right? Next thing I know, I’m pulling shit out and throwing it on my bed.
And it got me thinking. Why wait for spring to start cleaning? I like + NEED to do it seasonally. And since the famous Nordstrom #nsale has me dreaming of fall trends, I’m ready to make room and get rid of some shit I really don’t need.
Scroll down for some tips on how I purge my closet each season. Pack away the things you wont need for a few months so you can really see the clothes you have + love. And make a list of items you need to fill in the gaps. Grab a good bottle of wine. And spend the hot ass weekend doing some much needed closet clean out. I promise you wont regret it!
Remember that one time I did the Marie Kondo Method? You can read all about it right here: {weekend notes} I recommend reading the book and doing some research before you take on a project like this one. Shared more about it here: {let’s kon marie} Or what about the time {i gave up shopping for 30 days…kinda} I sourced all kinds of great closet goodies that I have and love.
Things you really need to get rid of NOW……
Before you get started….Put on some good ass music. This is no time for Adele! You’re gonna need some of that good mood music. And a BIG ass glass of wine. Hell, just bring the whole bottle into your room! Getting tips might make some purging decisions a little easier. Just saying.
And I’m not chatting about the skinny legged jeans we all own and love to death. Keep those sis! What about those jeans you’ve been packing around for years. Maybe even since…..high school? Those ones you once wore. But you can now hardly get one leg into? The ones before you had #hellakids. Yeah, those skinny jeans. Live in the present girlfriend and ditch those never-gonna-wear again jeans. Better yet, gather them up and head to Madewell or J.Crew. They will give you a $20 voucher for each pair of old ass jeans. Not matter what condition they are in. Then next time you’re in the market for new pair of denim…you turn it in and save yo self some money honey!
Rainbow Sweater Tank | Denim Skirt ($16) | Clogs ($40) | Sunglasses | Rope Bracelet
The days are long but the years are short. I get it. But, so is the summer. Sometimes waiting for the weekends to do all the things summer is just straight up torture. Saturday’s + Sunday’s are great and all, don’t get me wrong. But, why not have just a little more fun on the weekdays too?
By the way…..
There are only like 35 days left of summer before school starts.
45 days till Fall.
and brace yourself…..
160 days till Christmas!
Here are 5 simple things that I, for one, would normally reserve for the weekend. I’ve decided to switch it up and make my weekday vibes a little brighter and really take in the summer days….
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SHOP: Chambray Top (40% off) | White Denim Shorts (40% off)| Sunnies
Today is a great day because:
I’m sure you’re being inundated with all the things Nordy’s today. But, this is kind of a big deal.
Here’s some info for those of you shopping the sale today…….
Early Access for Cardholders: July 12 – July 18 (online + in store)
Public Access: July 19 – August 4 (online + in store)
Pro Tip: I’ll update this post again with new finds and treasures once the sale goes live for Public Access. Make sure to visit this post again for all the live updates. You may want to order things right away instead of leaving them in your cart for a long time, because they WILL sell out. Nordstrom has free shipping and returns, plus you can choose the Buy Online and Pick-Up in Store option while adding items to your cart. When you do an in-store pick-up, Nordstrom is offering a $10 Nordstrom Reward PER ORDER! I usually end up having a few orders to be able to shop while they’re in stock.
If you are NOT a cardholder, you can apply today and have immediate access to the sale before it hit the Public next Friday. That’s one whole week. Nordstrom Card Application: Norstrom Card
I’m sharing all my top picks with you today!
Happy shopping everyone!
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Shorts (BOGO 50% off) | Top | Sandals | Sunglasses | Rope Bracelet ($5)| Puka Shell Bracelet
I thought it would be fun to share some recipes I have my eye on. Does anyone else love a beautiful cookbook? They’re not only great to style your kitchen or coffee table. But, some of them have amazing recipes inside too…lol! Here are a few of my favorite “pretty” cookbooks with recipes that I’ve got on my list to make ASAP!
Today is a hodgepodge, we’re also chatting about the Target BOGO 50% off shorts sale below too. And you had better beleive my bermuda shorts in this photo are included. Can I get a Whoop Whoop!
From Gwyneth Paltrow’s newest cookbook: The Clean Plate
Chicken Teriyaki over a bead of cauli rice. It just looks so healthy + fresh. Exactly what I’m looking for in summertime recipes. You can find the recipe here: Teriyaki Bowls
Blazer | Bodysuit | Shorts | Sandals | Belt | Sunglasses
My belt is as fake as my tan. Ha! This single mama can’t score the real deal. But, why would I? When the $20 knock off is legit? $20 vs. $500! Today I’m sharing some closet staples that you can mix + match though the seasons. Like this blazer I’ve owned FOR-EV-Errrr. Looks great with jeans + dresses + skirts and shorts! Levi’s shorts that I can’t stop rockin. They are the perfect no-ass-showin’ length. The bodysuit, I know, I have showed it to you 3 times now. With a maxi skirt + overalls + and now I add shorts to the list. It comes in black too and I’m gonna go ahead and need it too. The TB Millers that I swear by. Breaking it all down below……
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Denim Jumper | Bodysuit | Vans | Sunnies | Puka Shell Bracelet | Rope Bracelet
Never say Never!
Like when I say, I’ll never, ever, eva wear……
White sunglasses – that’s pretty accurate. I don’t see that changing.
Teva Sandals – it’s a hard pass. I’m sure they are incredibly comfy and all, but it aint happening over here.
Overalls – technically this dress is considered overalls….so?
Puka shells – I’m back on the puka shell train. After years of being horrified of the puka shell chokers that were once in style. You know what I’m talking about? Yeah, those.
Here are some of the others that I posted on Instagram stories today.
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