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Get Your Shine On.


Maybe it’s the fact that Southern California already feels like summer.  Or maybe it’s that I keep hearing a particular country song by the same name.  But either way, these days I’m itching to get my shine on…


I especially love silver and gold accents when paired with the simplest of neutrals.  Here, a few affordable options:

Nest: In a mix of neutral throw pillows I love the idea of one tossed in with a bit of shine.  This metallic woven option from West Elm is particularly pretty.

Dressed:  I’ve seen similar wedges around lately, but on Friday I spied this pair at DSW and have been thinking of them ever since.  A totally walkable height in a go with everything tan, they’ve got shine without feeling too fussy.  And at less than $40 they’ve convinced me my summer won’t be complete without them.  

The Rest: I don’t know about you but these shiny little poms from Ban-do just plain make me happy.  I’d clip them on the toes of a pair of neutral pumps, sneak one onto the side of a messy low bun, attach them to a clutch or bag, or place one on the top of a gift as the finishing touch.  Whatever way you use them, they’re guaranteed to add a small dose of shine to your daily routine.  

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Weekend Flashback.

weekend-flashback-blog-recap-instagramAhh, the weekend.  I rested, I ran, I slept, I shopped, I suntanned.  It was all so glorious.  Here’s hoping you had a 48 hours as rejuvenating as mine. 

PS – Want to follow all of my daily snippets? Find me here on instagram!      

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The Remix.

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It’s Friday?!? This work week has been one long ‘what day is it?’ mixed up blur.  So to celebrate it’s end I’m offering up a few of my current favorite mixed up pairings (how cute is that Parisian inspired print above, especially when paired with a cheery red polka dot print?).  I promise I’ll be back in full swing next week people – but until then, Happy Friday!


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A Note to America.

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I don’t discuss fitness often on the blog here, but in my personal life running is something that’s very important to me.  I can’t quite explain it, but I imagine I found running in the way that some people find religion – it’s this solitary activity that tends to restore my faith in the world.  I almost always run alone except for when I run in half marathons and at those times, it’s the exact opposite of my usual experience in that other runners and the family, friends and volunteers around me all work together to encourage me to continue.  

Yesterday’s events in Boston really affected me.  And it’s not that other similar events have not, it’s just that as a runner the thought of anyone doing anything to harm the support that surrounds a race of this size is pretty heart wrenching.  At times like these it’s confusing and difficult to know how to continue.  But last night, I came home upset and could only think of one thing.  So I laced up my sneakers and hit the pavement.  Keep Running America.      


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Weekend Flashback.

Weekend-flashback-instagram-blog-recapEven with it staying light longer, lately my hectic work week’s have made days feel short.   In order to combat the feeling that Monday through Friday is a complete blur (and Saturday and Sunday simply aren’t enough) I’ve been trying to find little moment’s to relax, repeating words of encouragement, and – when all else fails – putting on a pair of dancing shoes and heading downtown to celebrate Saturday nights.  Even if Monday morning isn’t far off.