The first time I posted about this jacket, I was wearing it in a super casual, outdoorsy way. One of the best features of this Barbour, however, is that when buttoned up, it has a very city feel. I love my boxy and relaxed Barbours, but I really love that I can wear this one around…
I did a post on scarves for summer a few months ago and can’t believe it’s time for a fall version. While I love the way the brightly colored scarves look, there’s nothing better than a cozy, heavy sweater to keep you warm on a chillier day. Scarves and sweaters go hand in hand in perfectly, wouldn’t…
By the time this giveaway ends, it will officially be autumn. For better or for worse, we’ve been getting a taste of the cooler weather already here in the city. If we can’t stop summer from ending, we might as well embrace fall with open arms (and a monogram or two). Pea Pod Paper and…
Because Maxie McCoy Monday wasn’t enough… today is Maxie McCoy Monday, Money Edition. Because of our work experience, women and money is something we’ve talked a lot about together. She’s just a smidge older than me and I have definitely asked her for advice a few times! (And commiserated over bank draining purchases like my…
Oh hello Reese Witherspoon…. What’s that you’re holding? An iPhone case with stripes and peonies? My that looks familiar…. Let’s take a closer look: OH MY GOSH! The Reese Witherspoon carrying the iPhone case I designed with Minnie and Emma!!!! When I say that I cried when I saw these photos, it’s no exaggeration. Denim Jacket…
I’ve had this gingham shirt in my closet for years and years. I don’t even remember getting it, but it has to be one of the most worn shirts I have. Gingham can be tricky to wear year round, but done right and it can be the perfect fall look (or even winter!). I wore…
J. Crew is so on with their stripes right now. So many super cute options in both clothing and accessories. Stripes are definitely going to be a universal outfit re-energizer for the spring. Viv Evie The shoes are a great way to add something fun to a casual outfit. Either flat (the round or pointed toe)…
Madewell just opened up in Georgetown!!! This is terrible. Terrible for my bank account, that is. Seriously though, it is AMAZING. The store is so…. fresh. It’s long and narrow and very “Georgetown,” but with a spin. The first time I walked into the store, my eyes literally wouldn’t stop darting around trying to take in…
So this dress is part of Gal Meets Glam’s resort collection. Obviously, I wish I could have traveled somewhere warm to wear it… but I made it work up here with a coat. (Although, I’d have to wear tights to make it actually work for the next couple of months.) The dress was just too…
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.
