And just like that, February is over! This happens to me every year, but I always think spring will be here March 1 and it’s a good four to six weeks before spring actually arrives. It’ll (hopefully) be here before we know it! I drove up to Connecticut to take a peek at Penny Linn’s FLAGSHIP…
Mary Janes are having a moment, and I, for one, am thrilled. There’s something so effortlessly chic about them. Whether you’re going for a polished, put-together look or something a little more relaxed, there’s a Mary Jane to match. There are so many good ones to choose from right now, but here are a few that caught…
Happy Tuesday! After a tough stretch, I feel like we’ve been cruising downhill a little bit. I don’t even want to say it out loud of fear of jinxing it. So let’s just pretend like I didn’t say what I just said. 🤪 We have had some sunnier, slightly warmer weather though and that’s been…
I think it’s been six months since my last 10 Things post?! It’s basically just an old school blog post where I share the first ten things that come to mind and type stream of consciousness… Ready, set, go! My outfit! (c/o) 1. Birthday Trip My birthday last year kind of sucked. I really did…
I love doing Etsy round ups! I could spend hours browsing all the listings. People are so creative. It’s also one of my go-to places for unique gifts because you can really narrow in on hobbies and interests. I’ve been doing a lot of browsing myself and thought I’d share some of the items and…
Here’s what we’ve been up to over the last two weeks according to my camera roll: We all gathered together to watch the Eagles game and had the best time! I left in the middle to bring Rory home for bed. I don’t know came over me but I truly was excited and into it….
Happy Friday! I’m writing this from my couch with an iced coffee under a blanket and I finally just feel back to normal. I swear it’s been months. Hallelujah. The past few Januarys have been doozies and maybe March 1 will be the “new year” vibe I’ve been hoping for!! Here’s what has been on…
Jewelry is one of those little things that can complete an outfit. I love how a delicate necklace or a fun pair of earrings can make simple outfits feel polished and intentional. Over the years, I’ve built a collection of classic staples and fun statement pieces I wear daily. Here are a few of my…
We have one month until the first day of spring, and now that we’ve celebrated Rory’s first birthday, I’m counting down the days. In the winter, I tend to maintain more of a capsule wardrobe, but once things thaw, I try to be more open to cute outfits that incorporate color, texture, and pattern. Being in…
Lately I’ve been letting my inner child take the lead and it’s been so healing. I signed up for tap dancing (yes, really!!!), started to play more games (like mahjong- in person and virtually too), and I’ve started baking for fun the way I used to with my mom. I used to embroider scraps of fabric while my sister played soccer, now it’s needlepoint during nap time and sewing whenever I feel inspired for a project that energizes me to stay up late into the night.
Adulthood comes with a lot of mental tabs open (anyone else?), but there’s something magical about chasing the things you loved before life got so full of responsibility.
So this is your permission slip: be a little frivolous, a little nostalgic, a little playful. Let that younger version of you come out and dance a bit. She might just know the way. 🙏🏻
GRWM while I chat about aging naturally, embracing low-maintenance skincare, and skipping the needles. Spoiler: the @omniluxled red light mask has been a game-changer for me. And in the spirit of upcoming Mother’s Day and treating ourselves with love... I’m SO excited to be giving away TWO Omnilux Contour Face masks!!! This is hands-down my favorite at-home skincare tool, and I can’t wait to gift one to you or a mom that you love. To enter: Follow @carly and @omniluxled, comment “MOM” below 👇 and I’ll DM you a link with how to enter! (You must submit your email + phone number via the landing page to be eligible to win! Two winners will be chosen on 4/27/25) 💌 BONUS: Everyone who enters will also get early access to Omnilux’s Mother’s Day sale!! Let’s celebrate moms, ourselves, and the beauty of getting older 🫶🏼💗 #ad
Here are some of the outfits I’ve worn recently as a mom of two young boys (Jack is 3.5 and Rory just turned one.) 👩🏻 🧥 👖 🥿 Lately, I’ve been leaning into outfit formulas that just work. I’m in a season of life where I need to be able to chase after my kids at the playground, get on the floor to build Magnatiles, and still feel like myself when I pass a mirror.
Comfort is non-negotiable... but so is feeling put together. I’m prioritizing jeans that actually fit and move with me, sweaters and tops that go with everything, and comfortable shoes so I can keep up with my boys.
For me, right now, it’s not about being trendy. It’s about feeling good, being present, and making life just a little bit easier.
If you’re in that same stage, juggling a million things and still wanting to look cute, this one’s for you. 🙌🏻 Swipe through for some of my go-to, real-life mom outfits that are comfy, practical, and pulled together... because we all deserve that! If you want links to specific things I’m wearing (like the investment coat I’ve worn for over 10 years, the ballet flats I swear by, or the jeans I rotate through the most), comment “WARDROBE STAPLES” below and I’ll send you my current wardrobe staples!
A wild Saturday night as a mom of two young boys with timestamps! I try to maximize the evenings. A little bit productive and a little bit for me! Tonight I folded laundry, cleaned the playroom, showered and blow dried my hair, prepped sourdough bread, needlepointed, and played some mahjong online!
I turned 35 last summer and, honestly, I’ve never felt more confident in my own skin... even without injectables! I love finding products that enhance my natural beauty without covering it up, and the new Just Enough Tinted Moisturizer from @jonesroadbeauty does exactly that. I used the shade “Ivory”! It’s lightweight, easy to apply (no mirror needed!), and gives me that effortless “your skin but better” look– perfect for busy mom life. 🙌🏻 #ad
Our town just got the sweetest, chicest little bakery! Sourdough everything with a side of immaculate vibes 🤍 🥐 ☕️ 🥖✨ Be back soon @thebakernj!
These April showers better result in the best May flowers we’ve ever seen… ☔️ 🌷 ☀️ in the meantime, comment “BUTTER” and l’ll DM you my outfit 🧈
I’ve been playing mahjong every week with some girlfriends and I brought some candy salad treats for everyone to take home. 🀄️ 🍬🩷 I definitely have a “mahj-or sweet tooth” 😉 (I live for a good pun!!!) I found these watercolor illustrations on @etsy by @lilas.hills and I will be personalizing everything with them from here on out!
