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
Summer’s all about that poolside resort feel: the plush towels, luxe lounge areas, lawn games… The only problem is, what happens when you’re on a budget and unable to hop a plane to the Amalfi Coast? Here’s my 4 step plan to making your own summer staycation fit for the ‘gram right in your own backyard… 1 | Put in a (Plastic) Pool Nowadays, plastic … Continue reading 4 Steps to Create a Summer Staycation Right in Your Backyard
You can probably guess by now that I love unique fashion; just about anything that you don’t typically see walking down the street is my thing! I’ve recently started expanding my usual online shopping searches to explore new sites and brands, and I’ve stumbled across some of the most crazy, chic, and fabulous pieces I’ve ever seen! One of my favorite online purveyors of indie … Continue reading 5 Indie Designers You Need to Know Now
This past weekend, my brother-in-law and his girlfriend flew out here to San Diego for a weekend of enjoying all that this stunning city we call home has to offer! Between water sports, late-night arcades, and lots of food, here’s what I wore for our weekend spent being local tourists… Arcade Games @ Belmont Park… Belmont park is one of those places that just feels … Continue reading Style Diaries- Sightseeing in San Diego
Every great look needs its accessories to bring it all together. Whether it’s on your fingers, around your neck, or dangling from your lobes, embellishments are essential for any fashionista! But what about your hair? Well, just like Marilyn’s iconic moment in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, I too love finding new places to wear jewels! This season, the hottest place to wear sparkles is bedecked on … Continue reading The New Way to Wear Jewelry This Summer
