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May 6, 2025

Gifts for the Mom in Your Life

Needing a gift for mom, grandma, a mom friend, sister, or yourself? I have you covered. Mother’s Day is a sweet reminder that we are seen, loved, special, coveted and valued. A special something, big or small, budget friendly or extravagant, unique or needed, is part of the fun in searching for the right gift. Sharing my top picks for the Mom in your life.

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged: accessories, amber interiors, Bloomingdales, bondi boost, candle sticks, cluth, framebridge, gift guide, haircare, hat, home decor, in kind magazine, juliska, marysia, minnow swim, mother, motherhood, mothers day, nordstrom, picture frames, placemats, poolside, sephora, spring time, summer, tuckernuck, violette_fr

April 2, 2025

Products That Have Rescued My Hair

Hair care has become my priority. My hair journey has been a source of angst the past couple of years. Hair thinning, hair loss, frizz and dullness. After some trial and error, I have finally found products that rescued my hair (and sanity).

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Filed Under: Beauty Tagged: anit frizz, briogeo, Color wow, crown affair, dae, dry shampoo, frizzy hair, hair and aging, hair and menopause, hair and stress, hair care, hair health, hair loss, hair oil, hair rescue, hair thinning, kerastase, leave-in conditioner, nutrafol, postpartum hair, quai, sephora

March 9, 2025

A Fresh Take On Basics from Shopbop

I did a much needed closet clean out last weekend. If I didn’t have a real reason to keep it, I pulled it. I’ve become much better at editing. The burden of having too much is something I think about, now more than ever. Quality pieces will always be worn and outlast everything else. With that said, I always have my eye on fresh basics that will stand the test of time. Shopbop has an excellent selection of everyday pieces … here are my picks.

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Filed Under: Fashion Tagged: citizens of humanity, closet refresh, closet update, elevated basics, la ligne, lean closet, refresh, shopbop, staud, tory burch, z supply

January 29, 2025

Shades of Red

Things that are red(ish). As we plan for Valentines Day, celebrate Chinese New Year or if you’re looking for something a bright and a bit bold. Always go red!

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Filed Under: Gift Guides Tagged: alex mil, aligne, artifact uprising, assouline, danire, gift guide, gifting, shopbop, smallable, valentines, valentines day

January 25, 2025

10 Baby & Toddler Must Haves

Vivienne is two! With two years under our belts with our sweet girl, I narrowed down our favorite items that make life easier, without all the fuss, clutter and unnecessary stress. Celebrating Vivi this week has been a much needed bright spot this month. With so much heartbreak in our community of Southern California, I am so grateful to have my kiddos close and this outlet to keep my mind busy, as we move forward.

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Filed Under: Baby Tagged: amazon, baby brezza, baby essentials, baby gear, baby gifts, baby registry, baby shower, babybjorn, babylist, canvas tote, crib, first words, formula dispenser, jcrew, kids tumbler, mamazing, nestig, new baby items, owalla, playmat, Plush toddler chair, sippy cup, smol slope toddler slide, toddlekind, toddler books, toddler chair, toddler essentials, toddler slide, travel crib, travel stroller

January 7, 2025

It’s a New Year

Not quite sure how to explain it, but I haven’t felt the sudden shift of a new year like I have in years past (2023 and 2024 posts). It’s not a bad thing, I actually think it’s rather a calm way to enter a new year. I feel ready, the same, content, all while being excited for whats next in 2025.

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Filed Under: Living Tagged: creative coach, family life, home parent, lifestyle blogger, mom life, motherhood, new beginnings, new year, refresh, stay at home mom, valerie zk

December 11, 2024

The Round Up: Read, Follow & Do

So many books to read, so little time; so many accounts to follow, so overwhelming; so many holiday activities, so exhausted. This Round Up has my top book picks, my fave useful accounts to follow, and what I’m doing to stay in tune with this season of rest, giving and thanks.

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Filed Under: Living Tagged: audible, books, Dr. Mary Claire, holiday season, influencers, instagram, kristin hannah, lifestyle blog, mom life, motherhood, reading, stay at home mom, the round up, the women: a novel

December 8, 2024

Gift Guide: Gifts I’ve Given

Useful, meaningful and special gifts for others is always my goal. I’ve learned my lesson during the last minute holiday shopping frenzy, and now have a go-to list of my favorite things, so I feel way more prepared. I find that mapping out what works best for my budget and truly considering the likes and needs of others, helps when selecting gifts.

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Filed Under: Gift Guides, Gift Guides Tagged: amazon, away luggage, chanel, christmas presents, Cuyana, framebridge, gift guide, gifts, hoka, holiday shopping, lake pajamas, llbean, our place, owala, petite plume, white elephant

September 25, 2024

Warming Up Your Home

Another cozy season is upon us and I’m delighted to bring on the Fall feels and warming up our home. What does that mean to you? To me, it means layering in woven and brass decor to tables and shelves, adding block prints and plaids, and lots of candles. The charm of having a layered look of flowers on top of coffee table books and lots of framed photos, sounds just right. I’m a seasons gal, so why not embrace the joy and warmth of it all.

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Filed Under: Decor, Living Tagged: fall, fall style, home decor, home refresh, home style

September 16, 2024

Fall Ready with J.Crew

I shared my latest outfit crush last week. This silky skirt and cashmere top. When I think of seasonal dressing, I always think, J.Crew. I’m a lover of their classics, enjoy an updated take on basics, and I love the versatility of their pieces. When in doubt, go with what you love and trust. Sharing Fall styles that are a must.

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged: classic fit, classic style, fall fashion, fall style, fashion, jcrew, mom style, motherhood, over 40 fashion, silk skirt, style

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