Collins Birth Story

Collins Birth Story

On March 11, 2020, our lives were forever changed when Collins Elisabeth Drake came into the world. A day that for so long felt so far out of reach, yet one that will live in our memory as the most special day of our lives. It’s the day we welcomed our daughter...

The Art of Aging Beautifully

The Art of Aging Beautifully

Outfit details: PANTS | TOP | SHOES | HAT I've always been passionate about taking proper care of my skin. I am certainly no expect, but I do know that many of the daily choices we make affect the health of our skin. There is an art to aging beautifully, and in...

Skincare: My Daily Routine

Skincare: My Daily Routine

Over the past few months I've received a handful of questions regarding to my skincare routine.  So, at the request of many of you (thank you for emails, comments and messages!), today's post is a detailed review of my most sought after skincare products,...

Ladies ‘Beauty’ Gift Guide

Ladies ‘Beauty’ Gift Guide

It feels as if I blinked and suddenly the Holiday’s were here! That means one thing: gift guides. Throughout the coming weeks, in additional to routine outfit and beauty post’s, I will be sharing a series of “SS Gift Guides” for everyone on your holiday shopping...

Save or Splurge?

Save or Splurge?

One of the most common beauty-related questions I hear from women is whether or not they need to have solely high-end products in order to achieve a beautiful makeup look.  My answer to that?  Absolutely not!  There is no need to spend hundreds of dollars on an...

Vera Bradley Fragrance Launch

Vera Bradley Fragrance Launch

Photography by: Garrett Price For years, Vera Bradley has had a loyal following of customers who not only look forward to the new fabrics and styles that are introduced each season, but who also appreciate the function and quality that is synonymous with their...

Blurred Lines

Blurred Lines

VINCE TOP | Citizen of Humanity CROPS | Coach (similar - ASOS) FLATS | David Yurman buckle BRACLET | David Yurman cable BRACELET | Nordstrom EARRINGS | Lipstick: IT Cosmetics Despite the bouts of warm days we've had in North Carolina, Fall has arrived! This means a...