Shopping Event at Joie in Palo Alto

img_5839As a recap to the shopping event I hosted on Sunday, I wanted to share a few photos from the day. It was truly a blast, and left me wondering if I found my calling in life–getting to spend the afternoon in a beautiful boutique, playing dress-up with friends is what little girls’ dreams are made of. Am I right? The day began with pampering at Space NK, where Adam graciously helped me get ready for the day by doing my makeup; later, Space NK setup a pop-up counter in the Joie boutique, where guests could test beauty products and also get their makeup done, all while sipping champagne of course.

I’ll let the photos do most of the talking, but I did want to give a big thanks to Joie and Space NK for sponsoring the goodie bags. Each guest received a luxurious diptyque candle, samples of my favorite Tata Harper skincare and tasty cookies with Joie and Story Hill Lane scripted in icing. Hope you enjoy browsing the photos! And if you’re curious to find a Joie boutique in your area, visit the website here.

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Joie Silk Dress

img_5149If you’ve been following along with the blog, you know that I’m a long time lover of the brand Joie. They carry a beautiful array of effortless yet sophisticated styles that can easily be worn from day to night. Any time I shop investment pieces I like to ensure they are wearable for multiple purposes; and this silk Alpina dress certainly fits that mold. I was immediately drawn to the Victorian style and flowy silhouette. The delicate details, all inspired by a vintage Indian scarf, are intricately woven together for a unique, one-of-a-kind piece! Having already worn this dress on several outings, I thought it would be fun to showcase two looks with one dress, further solidifying the vast ways you can style Joie!

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3 Tips for Potting Seasonal Mums

img_5586Although, I will admit, I don’t have a natural talent for growing plants, I’ve always dreamed of one day having a flower garden. There’s something so captivating about a pretty vibrant bloom, that comes with each new season, and mums, like no other, signal autumn has arrived. Just like so many of you, this time of year is one of my favorites. I can’t get enough of the cool crisp days, cozy knit sweaters, and tasty seasonal treats, and not to mention the quintessential fall flowers and fairytale pumpkins–that quite seriously look like something out of a scene from Cinderella.

There are many traditions to uphold this time of year, and potting mums is just one in the lengthy lineup. So without further adieu, how should one go about potting mums? With a little help from google search, I rounded up the three most important steps you need to know this fall for keeping your mums alive and thriving.

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Fedora Hat

img_5187_v2It’s official. Autumn is here, and I couldn’t be more excited. Today, in the Bay Area, it’s a bit overcast, making it feel even more like fall. This time of year, all I crave are cozy layers and comfy knit sweaters. However, the weather has been a little wonky the last few weeks, with temperatures jumping from the 80s down to the 50s.

The best way to conquer the unpredictable weather is to slowly transition summer pieces with fall accents–like a fedora hat, neck scarf, or booties. This way you feel you’re appropriately dressed for the season, yet not melting in the heat. A fedora hat can instantaneously elevate any outfit, and make for a fall-ready look!

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POPSUGAR Must Have Box

img_5376Do you like trying the latest and greatest beauty remedies and style trends hitting the streets? If you’re a product junkie like me then I have a fun solution that may pique your fancy. The POPSUGAR ‘Must Have Box’ is a subscription service that sends a pretty pink box of curated items across fashion, beauty, home, and more!

Today I’m sharing an inside peek into the September ‘Must Have Box’ to give you a sense of some of the curated treats this subscription service offers, including this fall-ready, wide brim hat that I’ve been wearing on repeat!

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