Summer

May 2, 2018

Easy Tips to Protect Your Skin for Summer with Olay

This post is sponsored by Olay. All thoughts and opinions are my own.When it comes to wearing sunscreen or products with SPF on a daily basis, I have often fallen short. Typical sunscreen products tend to feel greasy and heavy. While I am pretty good about using sunscreen on my body, I have struggled to find one that I don’t mind putting on my face. You all probably know by now that I am really prone to break outs, so the thought of layering sunscreen with moisturizer and foundation can be a bit daunting.

I recently started using the Olay Complete All Day Moisturizer with SPF 15 and am really enjoying the lightweight formula. I actually used to use this moisturizer back in high school and am not really sure why I stopped. It’s non-comedogenic and oil-free, so I have not had to worry about breaking out! The formula is not greasy, and blends in easily, making layering makeup on top a breeze. I would consider my skin to be pretty temperamental, so the sensitive formula is perfect for me. This moisturizer contains SPF 15 and provides both UVA and UVA protection.

In addition to adding the Olay Complete All Day Moisturizer into your daily routine, here are a few more easy tips to protect your skin for summer:

Always wear sunglasses while you’re outside! I prefer an oversized pair that not only protects my eyes, but also the skin around them.
Find a cute hat that is versatile and can be worn with any outfit. I personally love the look of a panama hat
To help give your skin that sun kissed glow, without exposing it to too much sun, find a good bronzer. I love to add a little extra all around my face where the sun would naturally hit in the spring and summer months.

Be sure to head to your local Walgreens or click on this link to purchase!

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Olay. The opinions and text are all mine.

April 9, 2018

Get Glowing Skin for Spring with Olay Cleansing Infusions

This post is sponsored by Olay. All thoughts and opinions are my own.Glowing skin for spring always a goal of mine. Springtime for me usually means ditching my heavy layers and showing a little more skin in my favorite tank tops and dresses. Since spring is right around the corner, I’ve started to re-evaluate what I’m putting into and onto my body. The dry climate I live in always takes a toll on my skin, so I love to try to find body and facial care products that are both exfoliating and hydrating. I recently had the chance to try Olay Cleansing Infusions, and I’ve found that these products do just that!

Get Glowing Skin for Spring

If you follow along on Instagram, you may know that I try hard to eat pretty clean. When Harper was about a year old, I realized it was time to ‘adult’ a little more and improve my diet. Toward the end of last year I started to get into some bad habits. This year I am really trying to focus on consistently eating healthier. When I eat more whole foods, I immediately notice a huge difference in my skin. I also started taking collagen peptides a few months ago. They have drastically improved the texture of my skin! I truly believe that healthy skin starts from the inside, however it’s equally as important for me to focus on what I am putting on the outside as well.

This is where Olay Cleansing Infusions have come into play. Not only am I trying to #GlowUp from the inside, but I’m making sure I’m using products that are as hydrating as possible. In just a few uses of the Cleansing Infusion body wash and facial cleanser, my skin looks more polished. My body feels like it has a natural glow, thanks to the lightly exfoliating nature of the micro-scrubbing body wash. The Crushed Ginger and Citrus scent is so fresh and invigorating, perfect for any spring morning! There is also a Deep Sea Kelp scent that gives an amazing lather.I definitely plan to continue to incorporate Olay Cleansing Infusions into my daily routine. I’m also looking forward to checking in in a few weeks on social media to let you know what I think. Be sure to follow along on Instagram and Facebook so you don’t miss a post!

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Olay. The opinions and text are all mine.

July 27, 2017

The Perfect Summer Jeans

It should come as no surprise that I have fallen in love with yet another pair of jeans. You know I could wear jeans all day, every day (well not all day – I need to be able to put on my sweats by no later than 5pm, but you get the point). I had seen this pair of BlankNYC jeans on a ton of other bloggers and always thought they looked so comfortable. I was initially a little hesitant because of the fairly intense distressing. After having them on my wishlist forever, I finally pulled the trigger when I found them on sale for around $50! I’m so glad that I did. I have an older pair of Blank denim that I love, but definitely needs to be retired, so I was excited to get a new style to add to my wardrobe. I’m pretty sure the distressing and wash makes these the perfect summer jeans.

If you haven’t already, there is still time to enter to win a $500 gift card from Nordstrom (and shop the sale)!

Wearing:

Blank NYC Distressed Jeans

Old Navy Crochet Tank

Old Navy Lace Up Gladiator Sandals (on sale for under $20!)

Karen Walker Sunglasses

Earrings c/o Charming Charlie (similar pair here for $5)

Disc Necklace c/o CYDesign Studio

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July 11, 2017

Navy Dress & Why I Suck at Being a Fashion Blogger

Happy Tuesday friends, I hope your week is off to a good start. Tonight I was talking to a friend I met in this crazy blogging world and was joking about a few of the reasons I suck at the fashion blogging game. Honestly, I don’t even really like to use the term ‘fashion blogger’. I much prefer to consider myself a personal style blogger. We can save that discrepancy for a whole separate post, but let’s just say the fashion blogging game can be rough. Feeling like you always have to shop and buy new things to share is no joke. I really find myself struggling with this, especially during my first year of blogging. After having a baby, I realized that I just can’t keep up and don’t really want to. This is just one of the reasons why I suck at being a fashion blogger.

When I started this blog, my goal was to share my personal style and hope to inspire others with a similar body type (and budget, haha!) My lifestyle does not and will not ever be one that allows me to shop all of the time. I enjoy buying pieces that I can wear over and over, and find new ways to style them. I love wearing basics and shopping at stores like Old Navy and Target. 99% of the outfits I post are ones that I actually wear, which is why I rarely wear heels or a lot of accessories. I don’t really like bombarding you with every sale that pops up, unless it’s one that I plan to shop myself. (Disclaimer: yes, the Nordstrom sale is coming in a few days and I plan to post about it, but I promise not to overwhelm you!)

I felt like today’s outfit was the perfect opportunity to share these thoughts because it is everything I strive to share. A navy dress that is so versatile and can be worn a million different ways and through every season. A pair of wedges that I bought last summer and still wear all of the time. My favorite turquoise statement necklace that I’ve shared at least 3 times on here. My go-to sunglasses that were a true investment piece, and were worth every penny.

Wearing:

The Heidi Navy Dress c/o Evy’s Tree (check out my favorite mommy & me Evy’s Tree hoodies here)

Baublebar Seaglass Bib c/o (this necklace was last seen in this post)

dv for Target Wedges (old, cute similar option here)

Karen Walker Sunglasses

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July 7, 2017

8 Summer Wardrobe Essentials

When it comes to my summer wardrobe, there are certain pieces that never seem to change from year to year. I could live in maxi dresses and cute sandals. I love to accessorize any with a great pair of sunglasses and some statement jewelry. Today I am sharing my 8 summer wardrobe essentials that you need in your closet! I am also a fan of many of these pieces because they can easily transition to fall, and I’m all about versatility and getting a lot of wear out of my wardrobe! What are some of your summer wardrobe essentials?

8 Summer Wardrobe Essentials

1. A cold shoulder maxi dress – Cold shoulder anything is all the rage right now, and what better way to rock the trend than with a cute maxi? I definitely prefer maxi dresses to shorter dresses, and a cold shoulder helps keep you cool when the temperatures rise!

2. A pair of tortoise sunglasses – You guys know I basically live in my Karen Walker sunglasses all year long. Summer is the perfect time of year to wear a fun pair of statement glasses. Tortoise is always my go-to color because they can be worn with any outfit! Sometimes I feel limited with black sunglasses, so tortoise is right up my alley.

3. A comfortable pair of wedges – Anytime I want to dress up an otherwise casual outfit, a comfortable pair of wedges are always essential. I haven’t stopped wearing these oh-so-coveted Marc Fisher dupes since I bought them a few months ago. I love that wedges are so versatile and can be worn with jeans, shorts, or dresses.

4. A pair of overalls – If you don’t own overalls by now, what are you waiting for? If I can wear them, I think anyone can! Finding the perfect pair might be a little tricky, but is so worth it once you do. I am also loving the shorts version, and might need to pick up a pair of those next.

5. A simple knotted tee – The perfect layering piece that takes a basic t-shirt to another level. I pretty much wear this tee at least once a week, and just can’t get enough! You can never go wrong with stripes, and a little knot detail is the cutest finishing touch.

6. The perfect pair of white jeans – A good pair of white jeans are hard to find. When I finally found a pair that I loved, I knew I couldn’t pass them up. White jeans are causal enough to dress down during the day, and perfect to dress up at night.

7. Statement jewelry – I love a good statement piece, whether it’s a chunky necklace or a pair of tassel earrings. Bright colors like red, yellow, and turquoise just scream summer! You can shop my tassel earrings and turquoise bracelet set here (Jewelry c/o Elaine Turner).

8. An embroidered dress – A fun spin on your typical summer sundress. I do tend to gravitate toward solid dresses, however every once and awhile I love throwing on something more interesting. Summer time usually means weddings, showers, and parties, and an embroidered dress is a great option!

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June 30, 2017

Weekday Uniform // Relaxed T-Shirt & Jeans

For some, a weekday uniform consists of dresses, dressy tops, or some other type of business casual outfit. I, on the other hand, am lucky enough to pretty much be able to wear some version of jeans and a t-shirt 7 days a week. I don’t talk a lot about my full time job on my blog or social media, but essentially I am a contractor in the mental health field. Don’t worry, I’m not rocking jogger pants and flip flops, but you can definitely find me wearing comfortable basics. I should probably work for or be some kind of Old Navy spokesperson at this point. I don’t think a day goes by that I am not wearing something from there. I’ve said it a million times, but I basically live in their Rockstar jeans and have a pair in almost every wash/color.

I don’t want to spend all of my time on today’s post talking about my outfit because let’s be real, it’s fairly #basic. I do want to talk to you all a little bit about an exciting new online lifestyle/media brand that Megan from The Fashionista Momma and I have created. Live Plentiful will be a one stop shop to find everything you need from beauty and fashion inspiration to recipes, DIY, and home decor. We are planning to launch in August, but in the meantime you can join our Facebook group to stay up to date.

We would also love for you to join us on Instagram by utilizing the hashtag #liveplentiful in all of your posts for a chance to be featured on our feed. There are a few other specific hashtags we have created, which include: #theweeklystyleedit for all things related to fashion and style, #theweeklyhomeedit for home decor posts, and #theweeklytraveledit for all things travel related! Once a week we will choose posts to feature from the associated hashtag, which will also be included in a monthly round up post on the Live Plentiful site. I am so excited about this new adventure, and hope you will come along for the ride!