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
Summer is wedding season, which is always so much fun! But the heat, the outdoors, the bugs… All of it can make for a less-than-cherished experience. I’ve been to several summer weddings over the years that have been mostly outside venues, so I have a bunch of tricks for how to keep it cute and fun all night long! Read on… Prep with primer… If … Continue reading How to survive summer weddings 101
I absolutely LOVE going to the zoo; hanging out with cool animals and walking around beautiful gardens is my zen space! We recently visited the San Diego Zoo Safari Park with my mom and grandma as an early Mother’s Day present, and we had the best time! We did a behind-the-scenes tour, learned about saving Rhinos, and even got to walk through a butterfly garden … Continue reading Style Diaries – a chic day at the zoo
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
The hubby and I wanted to get away for the weekend, so we headed up to our favorite hideaway in Lake Tahoe! Unfortunately we had to cut our trip short due to the forest fires in the area shutting down the hiking trails, but we still had a great time relaxing, eating some good food, and squeezing a few hikes in before the smoke got … Continue reading MDM Style Diaries – @ The Stardust Motel
This year especially, I’m beyond enjoying summer and I’m so not ready for it to end! I’m holding onto every bit of the warm weather that I can, and that’s been influencing a lot of my style lately! Sandals in general seem to be having more of a moment than ever right now; from strappy 90s-inspired styles to the ever-popular pool slide, open-toes are the … Continue reading Three Sandals You Need Before Summer’s Over
Old Town, San Diego is one of the most popular spots in the city for Mexican food, local art and culture, and historic buildings. I’ve been coming here ever since my college days, and our favorite local Mexican food chain Miguel’s has a really unique location here! After a long day of paddle boarding and working, the hubby and I headed out for a little … Continue reading MDM Style Diaries – Old Town, San Diego
Suddenly I’ve been seeing these enamel and crystal loopy-vine rings on my socials, and I must admit, I’m obsessed! They’re all at once playful and chic, heartening back to the Y2K trend that’s been taking this year by storm while also seeming inherently “grown-up”. I was so excited to snag me one… that is, until I saw the price… The designer who started this trend … Continue reading Designer Dupes – The Tendril Ring
After living in a pandemic for over a year now, it seems like we’re all opting for an important-things-only sort of outlook on life, and that’s been translating more and more to our accessories! One of the hottest trends right now is a streamlined take on hands-free bags: the crossbody phone bag. Made to hold just your smartphone and a few credit cards, phone bags … Continue reading Are Phone Bags the New Fanny Pack?
I am probably one of the biggest dog lovers you will ever meet. Like, for real. Our adopted one year old shelter pup is incredibly, and I do mean incredibly, spoiled. She has her own La-Z-Boy dog sofa from Costco, complete with throw pillow and sherpa blankets, 100% real + all-natural treats and food, endless toys, and of course… a Lirika Matoshi strawberry dress to … Continue reading The Ultimate Fashionista’s Guide to Twinning With Your Dog
