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...
All-Time Favorite Nail Polish Colors
Maintaining well-manicured nails is part of my self-care routine. It's a simple way to look put together with little to no effort at all. Usually you'll find me wearing the same tried and true, classic hues that I rotate depending on the season and occasion. In...
Invisalign with Dr. Valeriano of Charlotte
Hi friends! Two weeks ago I took a step that I have been wanting to take for months and began my Invisalign journey. Before you call me crazy, let me explain. Growing up I did have quite a bit of orthodontic work. I wore metal braces for two years and a palatal...
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
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
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?
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...
LONGER LASHES for LESS: Best Drugstore Mascara’s!
When it comes to mascara, there is truly a tube out there for everyone! Whether you prefer mega volume or are looking for a formula that will make micro-lashes look like falsies, a girl can be pretty particular about what she coats her lashes with. But, if you are...
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
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...
