I recently visited Santa Cruz with my boyfriend and it was a wonderful day trip. We started the day early and drove down from downtown San Jose over the Santa Cruz mountains. It took about an hour and was pleasant drive. I suggest you leave early or will be sitting in beach traffic and it can be very...

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It's that time of year again. Spring wedding season is upon us. Instead of trying to find entirely new outfits to wear (which can add up quickly on top of all your other wedding guest expenses), try mixing and matching your accessories with a couple dresses. It will keep it fresh enough looking that your IG feed and...

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Have I mentioned I've themed my April Instagram feed to Pantone's Colors of the Year-Serenity and Rose Quartz? I am in love with this color combination! I recently styled accessories in this theme and all I could think about was ice cream. YUM! Shoes: These pointed toe, suede, two toned flats are from Tory Burch (this brand always...

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My ideal Sunday is to get "dolled up" and go to brunch on a sunny day. If I'm going solo or waiting for friends I especially love to bring a good book and shade to sit outside. My all-time favorite is Jane Austin's "Pride and Prejudice." Mr. Darcy and Lizzy just make me smile. One of my favorite...

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Spring 2016 Trend: Bright Pink + Blue by theabstractlife Tips for Restyling Your Easter Dress:  Pair spring's color trends with your dress: Using pink & blue to refresh my Easter dress (seen here) Add brights, neons, or "hot" colors: Adding hot pink & cobalt (rather than all pastels) takes it from soft & Eastery to "Spring Chic" Layer different textures and varying...

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Sometimes I have "Gray Days" and get lost in the fog. I like to tell myself it's from the stress of work or my allergies or health issues; it could be all of those things. However, I know that sometimes I am just dealing with the little monster that sits on my back and whispers to me that...

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We would all like to get more than one look out of our pieces. However, creativity can sometimes run low first thing in the morning before coffee and we forget. We go for the same old same old styling (ex: blouse and slacks or jeans and t-shirt). Everyone has their own signature style, but here are some ways...

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