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Skincare for me has always been a priority. Admittedly, I’m a bit of a beauty junkie who can’t wait to try the newest products. I have so many face washes, scrubs, serums, moisturizers, and masks that it feels like it can take me all morning…

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sharing our style

Mother’s Day isn’t just a holiday…   It’s a time to shower your mom with some extra love and attention.  Unfortunately my mom lives in another state so I won’t be able to spend the day with her, but that doesn’t mean I can’t send her something….

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A Mother’s Day Getaway + Belmond El Encanto

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When researching for my Santa Barbara trip, I came across the most charming resort.  I knew it would be the perfect place for the mother-daughter-granddaughter trip I had been planning.   The Belmond El Encanto is the epitome of laid-back chic.  This hilltop hideaway first opened in the…

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beautiful bougainvillea + the perfect travel dress

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What a trip!  Last weekend I had the best vacation with my mom and gran.   It was one of those times where the weather was perfect and everything just fell into place.  We had the best stay at Belmond El Encanto (more on that later)…

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embracing pink with Pandora

Over on my Instagram, I’ve mentioned how funny it is that I’ve been wearing so much pink lately.  In fact, in the past I hardly EVER wore the color.  So I’m now trying to decide what the reason for that might be.  If you know me,…

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the perfect slouchy spring sweater

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I’m always on the lookout for the best of the best.  When it comes to sweaters, I found a favorite and wore it all fall and winter long.  Now that spring is here, I’ve started looking for spring sweaters to replace my winter ones. And…

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the new travel section + the one-piece swimsuit you’ll love

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Fashion might be my passion but travel is certainly a close second.  When you have the opportunity, go out there and explore.  And I don’t just mean out of the country.  I mean outside your street — around your city.  Explore places and things that…

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My love of fashion + A Shopbop Giveaway

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I know I keep mentioning that the new AiW is going to be a little different, but don’t worry.  While I’ll be bringing in more lifestyle content, I’ll still continue to talk about my first love… fashion. I started blogging BECAUSE of fashion.  Clothing has been my…

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A new look + A Drybar giveaway

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First of all, WELCOME to the new AiW! I’m sooo excited to finally reveal the new site!  And with the new look comes new content.  That means I’ll be stepping up beauty content and sharing more about my life and home.  We’ve really started working…

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Modern Matte with Moen

I’m in the middle of a complete revamp… As I’ve mentioned before, both my home and online home have been going through some changes.  (On the latter, I’m excited to report that my new website is almost finished and I can’t wait for you all…

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