When it comes to jewelry, I don’t like to overdo it. A cute little stack here, or a statement pair of earrings, or a necklace that just goes perfectly with an outfit. Lisi Lerch has great options for fun and classic pieces to incorporate into your everyday and special occasion looks.
Lisi Lerch sent me a beaded tassel necklace to style for this post and I have to say, I am officially in love with it. Most statement necklaces I have are more standard with gems or jewels that go great with button ups, but this one is so different with the tassel at the end.
Great detailing that looks great with a simple dress, but can also work with a pattern… Like my go-to “lucky” dress.
I totally love the royal blue necklace and think the gold would be a great option for just about every outfit. A white button up with jeans? Yep! A little black dress? Oh, so cute. A chambray shirt dress? Okay!
I know the necklace is the focal point of this post, but that dress is to die for! I absolutely love blue, and the pattern is adorable. I've had my eye on a few dresses for the spring, which I blogged about (see below), and they're mostly solids. This makes me want to add patterns into my "Must Haves" for this season!
I have been calling myself a Chill Mom™️ since having Jack and now I’m realizing that I’m even chiller with Rory. (Like is birth order really less about sibling order and more about the version of mom you’re born to?) I’ve been just rolling with Rory’s infancy and I’m so much happier. Maybe it’s just that I’m more tired with a toddler too, or know that it’s going to go by so fast, or just have more confidence… probably a combination. I feel less obsessive and less stressed out by the details. I’m “making it” without having to fake it. As an example, today I noticed I hadn’t tracked a single nap- just watching sleepy cues and trying to get to a “good enough” pattern as Rory’s naps consolidate. Is he following a ~perfect~ nap schedule? No. Are we thriving? Frankly, yes!
(If you want to read my original Chill Mom post, comment “chill mom” and l’ll send it to you via DM!)
We came, we saw elephants, we ate ice cream 🐘🦒🦓 @ashleybrooke and I always talk about how we became FAST friends. Somehow we have been right there with each other during some of life’s worst moments… so it’s extra sweet that we now get to celebrate the good ones! Watching our boys play together, a little baby in a stroller, and another baby on the way… it’s everything we dreamed of.
Somehow yesterday felt like a week, last month was last year, and last year was a decade ago… but then time is simultaneously going by so fast too. The past ten weeks have gone by in a blink! Everyone warns you it goes by fast and they’re not wrong…. The days are long but oh how I wish time would slow down a bit? Or that maybe I could bottle up a tiny bit of these precious boys at every stage so I could revisit them down the road 🤍
I have grown to LOVE baby wearing. Not only do I think it’s such a nice and cozy way to bond with baby, it’s also incredibly practical, especially when you have a toddler to keep up with too! The @wildbird aerial carrier was a treat for myself- and I’m so obsessed with it. 👶🏼 Leave a comment “wildbird” and I’ll DM you the color I have as well as my personal review of it (including some troubleshooting tips).
Some top level things I like; - it’s easy to put on! - it’s so, so comfortable (for me AND baby!) - the little flap is seamless and provides extra support while baby naps and privacy when we need/want it
This affordable rechargeable LED lamp is cute and then made even cuter with this wicker lampshade! 💡✨ No cords needed- just charge and place wherever you want. (Will be extra perfect for dining outdoors this summer!) 💫 Comment “lamp” and I’ll send you links to the LED lamp ($38 for a pair!) and the lampshade (available in a few styles- including a darling blue).
Not really in the mood to be in photos right now, but I keep telling myself I’ll want to look back on these moments and remember them. (Right?!) when I look at these photos in 10, 20, 30 years…
I hope I remember Jack “rescuing” Rory from a windy tent, not how I stood in front of my closet with tears in my eyes.
I hope I remember watching Jack roll down hills and play hop scotch and scoot down the sidewalk with his besties, not that I caught a glimpse of my reflection and didn’t recognize myself.
I hope I remember sitting outside with my friend happily watching our kids play (while watching the minutes until bedtime tick by), and not that I spent too much time zooming in and examining every new wrinkle on my face.
I hope I remember the pure joy of these early warm days with my little family whom I love so much 🤍
The weather is warming up and I’m feeling slightly more comfortable in my skin every day ☀️ Here’s what I wore last week as a mom of two. I have a two and a half year old toddler and a two month old so I need outfits I feel good in, can chase a little guy around in, AND that I can breastfeed easily while wearing. 🔗 Leave a comment with “OUTFITS” to get links to every outfit I wore!
Very cute, I love that the tassel is beaded, it adds an extra touch!
Love that necklace in gold!
Love the necklace and dress!
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Hounds tooth is always a fashion staple and that spring color is absolutely fabulous! Very nice look.
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I love that necklace!
Hunter
Prep on a Budget
Love the necklace! I have a similar one that is gold with pearls and it goes with almost everything.
xoxo, Elena
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I love the photos! 🙂
Love!
~Sophia
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So pretty, I love a good statement necklace!
-Alex
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I know the necklace is the focal point of this post, but that dress is to die for! I absolutely love blue, and the pattern is adorable. I've had my eye on a few dresses for the spring, which I blogged about (see below), and they're mostly solids. This makes me want to add patterns into my "Must Haves" for this season!
http://www.atrailoftwocitiesnyc.blogspot.com/2014/03/bridal-showers-and-baby-showersneed.html
cute necklace! thank you for the intro to her shop! xo jillian – cornflake dreams
all the tassel stuff is so cute! I love it 🙂
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Ah that blue houndstooth is beyond fantastic!! The cut of that dress is perfect too!
Annie
A College Confession
Great dress! I love the neckline.
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