Right before Hurricane Hilary hit Southern California, my husband and I managed to slip away for a date we’ve been wanting to do for a long time: whale watching! While we didn’t see any whales, we did see a TON of bottlenose dolphins, and it was nice to get out and spend some time together amongst a hectic time as of late. You know I … Continue reading Style Diaries – Whale Watching in Newport
Our first major post-pandemic vacation was our week-long trip to the Hawaiian island of Kauai this past June. It was just me and my husband for a second honeymoon of sorts, and it was WONDERFUL! The most gorgeous weather, tropical sunshine, comfortably cool and clear water, and the sweet smell of island fruits and flowers… I’m already dying to go back! To keep the endless … Continue reading Style Diaries – Summer Adventures in Hawaii
This Spring 2023 fashion trend is officially going VIRAL this season! Suddenly ombré is back and more impactful than ever, and this time it’s going further than the questionably blended hair dye jobs we all fell victim to circa ten years ago. The latest ombré trend takes its inspiration from the ever-varying hues of sunsets, and the melting, swirling colors instantly evoke warm summer afternoons … Continue reading Spring trend alert – sunset ombré
New Year’s Eve is one of my favorite fashion occasions of the year! It’s a time to dress to the nines and ring in the new, while reminiscing on the old, all with a bit of champagne. To send off 2021 in style, here’s what I’m wearing to inspire all your festive looks… (all looks linked to shop in the captions!) 1 | A Big … Continue reading 5 NYE outfits you can party in ‘till midnight & beyond
I’m officially 26, and we’re headed off to Vegas to celebrate!! I am BEYOND excited; you have no idea! It’s been a few years since we’ve been to the city of glitter, and after all this time staying home, I am ready to PAR-TAY! To make sure the party is poppin’, I have the ultimate packing list of styles that’ll have you dancing all night … Continue reading The Ultimate Las Vegas Packing List
During our much-needed getaway after hectic work schedules and family visits, the hubby suggested mini golf as a fun date-night activity & I couldn’t resist a second chance at the game after not playing for two years! Speaking from personal experience, a little healthy competition keeps our relationship interesting! We love to laugh and have a great time teasing each other when it comes to … Continue reading MDM Style Diaries – Mini Golfing in the Mountains
A good pattern adds visual interest + dimension to any outfit, and there are three in particular that are on fire this season! Worn by everyone from influencers to celebrities, here are the most popular prints that have been popping up everywhere & where you can snag them for yourself… Zebra Animal print is always in, but this year it’s all about zebra stripes! Whether … Continue reading 3 Trending Prints You Need This Fall
I always scroll through Instagram seeing these fierce street-style looks on bloggers and celebrities, and I’ve wondered how I can achieve the same effect on a more realistic budget. I was inspired to try my hand at concocting an accessible, yet high-fashion look, and I finally think I’ve cracked the code to making chic-ness affordable! Here are my top three tips to slaying the OOTD … Continue reading 3 Easy Steps to Styling on a Budget
I’ve always thought it would be so fun to do a pay phone photoshoot, and as we were driving through North Park the other day, I found one that was against a bright orange wall! Needless to say, we stopped and after a little (or a lot) of sanitizing, we got some great shots! Also, I’m dying to mention, my bag is actually a REAL … Continue reading MDM Style Diaries – “Calling All Fashionistas!”
As a dancer, runner, and longtime high heels addict, I’ll admit that my feet do crave a comfy option every once and awhile! I’ve really grown my collection of sneakers lately, and they’re a great option for Fall when it’s not quite cool enough to wear boots! The past few years have seen sneakers get a major upgrade from boring to ultra fashion-forward, and they’re … Continue reading Weekly Fashion Finds – Fall Sneaker Trends
