Archives for April 2019

I am blessed to be surrounded by the most incredible women – my own mother who raised my 5 siblings and I, my sister who I talk to {multiple times} each day, my mother-in-law who always keeps us all together and laughing, and my two sisters-in-law who have become like built in best friends. Here we all are below at my baby shower this past weekend! I truly am the luckiest to have such an incredible support group of strong women around me!

With Mother’s Day coming up I knew I wanted to do something special for them, so I went to Mark & Graham who has some of the best gifting categories on the web. I always hit up their site {multiple times!} during the Christmas season because they have the best monogrammed items, and their selections for Mother’s Day are no different. I decided to surprise my mom and my MIL with these classic yet gorgeous monogrammed vases {they both share my intense love and enjoyment of flowers} and for my sister and sisters-in-law, I chose these super cute straw totes! The straw tote is perfect for the beach, or a trip to the park or even running errands in the summer! Its long round handles and long tassel make it playful and useful all at once. Love {of course} that you can add a sweet little monogram to the handle as well! The ‘vase’ is not only just for flowers, it can also easily transition into a pitcher – perfect for pouring up your favorite beverage at a party or get together.

Mark & Graham has such an incredible assortment of gifts perfect for the mama or mama-to-be in your life! Other favorites include this Maya Brenner initial necklace {my sister wears this every single day and would also make an incredible push present! hint hint husband ;)}, these outdoor wine glasses, and this gorgeous everyday tote!

Do you have any fun plans to celebrate the women in your life? Let me know in the comments! And be sure to check out Mark & Graham for the best gifting items out there!

Photos: The Retro Penguin

thank you to Mark & Graham for sponsoring this post!

Top: 9seed Marrakesh Top // Shorts: Hatch Collection Smocked Short {comes in 3 colors!} // Shoes: Loeffler Randall Birdie Sandal // Necklace: Shashi // Sunglasses: Celine // Bag: Old {similar here}

I wore these shorts on my Instagram stories yesterday and so many of you went crazy for them! Honestly, they are even better than you can imagine – they’re so incredibly comfortable, and the best part is that I can wear them postpartum as well! I had a few people ask if they are appropriate for non pregnant women as well, and I totally think they are! I absolutely love them and I know I’ll wear them numerous times this spring and summer.

I’ve paired them here with a tunic from one of my favorite brands, 9seed. It’s lightweight and comfortable and can definitely fit a growing bump {I also own in black!} Silver ruffle sandals, a straw tote and minimal accessories make this an outfit you can easily recreate!

Happy hump day friends!

Photos: The Retro Penguin

Dress: Topshop // Earrings: Vintage // Sunglasses: Celine // Bag: The Daily Edited // Shoes: Christian Louboutin

I love how unique the shape of this bag is -I’ve never owned a circular bag before, but as soon as I took it out of the box, I knew I had made the right choice. Its classic, elegant design plays off its funky shape making it a good cross between dressy and casual. I love that I could easily dress it up or down. It’s on the smaller side, so I can’t fit too many items, but it fits my iPhone X, my wallet, a lipstick and my keys perfectly. I also like knowing that it limits me to just the essentials 🙂  This bag also comes with a crossbody strap that I like to use when I’m more casual, but at night, the top handle feels more glam.

The Daily Edited is a long time favorite of mine – I have been using their phone cases for years, and have been eyeing their bags for even longer. This box bag is especially a favorite of mine, and my sister swears by their classic crossbody. They use the highest quality materials and their designs are always crisp and elegant – you won’t find any bag that is ‘over the top’ or over designed. I love that about them – the styles are timeless which makes the investment that much easier. I also love that you can put your initials in gold foil on the bag in a range of styles. I love the classic caps lock ‘serif’ but the ‘thin cursive’ is a close second {PS – to see all these font options, go into an item and start the personalization process on the left hand side}

There are literally thousands of options on The Daily Edited – I’m curious to know which item is your favorite? OH! And the best part? Today The Daily Edited is running a special where the entire site is 20% off with code: VOGUE20 so act fast!! You don’t want to miss this.

Photos: The Retro Penguin

thank you to The Daily Edited for sponsoring this post!