A girl that I’ve known since she was in Pre-K just opened a shop on Etsy called Jeune Belle. My sister got my mom one of the canvases for Mother’s Day and I think it’s so special and perfect. I must say that I am an okay painter, but I’m terrible at letters. (I have a…
I am in love with my t-shirt from The Frat Collection. I wear it basically every chance I get. (That is to say, the first day it’s out of the wash I’m wearing it…) I’m really not a t-shirt kind of person, which is why I think I like it so much. When I’m running…
This is more than a giveaway today! I’ve partnered with Amanda Catherine Designs to create an adorable print. I have been in love with Amanda’s prints for a really long time. They’re all so fun. (And affordable!) If you’re decorating your dorm or a new apartment, definitely stock up on some prints from Amanda Catherine Designs!…
After going to the Warby Parker 121 Greene store… I became absolutely obsessed with finding color-coded books. I thought it would be super fun to go to random bookstores throughout New York City and different thrift stores and whatnot to collect books. Yep. I got overwhelmed during my first trip. All of a sudden the…
While I may not be that into Christmas decorations (especially in a house), I am quite fond of incorporating as much red as possible into the month of December. Lots of fun Christmas-y things are red, and I’m pulling my current favorite RED thing! “Catherine” from Julep (side note: you should sign up for their…
After popping into Inslee and Roxy’s office the other week, I have been lusting over these pillows from Michelle Dwight. They had them on a couple of the chairs and I just can’t get over how cheeky and fun they were. Who doesn’t need these reminders every now and then. So perfect. Love the #girlpower. GET…
I had another post planned for today, but something else came along that I knew was super relevant for a few reasons. You see, working from home is really amazing. I get to spend time with my puppy, can sing along to my favorite songs, and I can get “in the zone” with zero distractions….
I almost died when I saw this little sneak peek of an illustration on Instagram! Erisha is such a talented watercolorist and I love how she painted photos from this morning’s blog post. Certainly made my day! And look– the final product!!! Thank you so much Erisha! Check out her blog A Thing Created…
Another great week for the record books. Actually, my last full week as a 24 year old! Some notable moments: brunch with friends from college, meeting new friends (Buggy!), puppy playdates, catching up with Alex from Persifor and meeting her beautiful new baby girl, lobster rolls with Julia before she moves, interviewing a seriously awesome…
Nothing says summer to me like finally being able to have dinner outside with our friends. We are gearing up for al fresco dining with @mackenziechilds pieces in their iconic Royal Check– the blue and white pattern couldn’t be more “me” and fits in perfectly with my summertime aesthetic. I especially love that each #mackenziechilds handcrafted piece has a unique signature of its own and no two pieces are identical. Don’t forget to use my exclusive code CARLYROYAL15 to save 15% off for the next 48 hours. Valid once per shopper. #MCPartner #RoyalCheckCollection
Move over coastal grandmother, it’s going to be a red hot summer for me ❤️💃🏻🔥 I am love-love-loving red lately and I am incorporating the hue more and more into my everyday outfits. It’s a little bolder than I typically go for and, even though I’m three months postpartum, I’m feelin’ it! 👉🏻 Leave a comment saying “red” and I’ll send you the links to my outfits featured in the Reel!
My little roar-bear and I made it through the fourth trimester together 🧸 These past twelve weeks have flown by. I can’t wrap my head around the fact that we only just met- I feel like I have known Rory my whole life.
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.
