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 into the world and began our new journey as mom and dad! The emotions and experiences of that day are hard to put into words and why it has taken me nearly six months to share our story! There is truly nothing that parallels to giving birth and bringing another life into this world; an indescribable moment that I had to go through...
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 fact, 90% of the time I am wearing one of the following colors in the gel formula. So, read on for my must-have nail colors and nail brands. Bubble Bath by OPI SHOP NOW ➔ Bubble Bath was the brands number one best selling nail color in 2018. This is OPI's answer to Essie's, Ballet Slippers. It's a pale, sweet pink that masters the...
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Breaking Routine & Organizing Life
Throughout life we develop routines. Good or bad, they help us navigate through our daily tasks. What is the first thing you do in the morning? Do you grab your phone and scroll through social media, or are you like me and immediately get ready and resort to tackling your inbox? Routines are comfortable and familiar, which is why we rarely challenge them, but more often than not it's those same routines that hold us back from personal and professional growth. It wasn't until last week, when I took a much needed break from digital devices that I realized my priorities of late have gotten...
Monochromatic Moment
Outfit details: Top: Shopbop, Similar (here) | Pants: TopShop (old), Similar (here) | Vest: Bevelo | Glasses: Ray Ban | Shoes: Christian Louboutin | Purse: Tory Burch Every year around this time my internal clock goes off for Fall cleaning. Despite the fact that I've always had OCD-like tendencies, I think it is my minds way of preparing me for all of the nesting that will ensue during the colder months. Last week, which is partly responsible for my absence on Style Souffle, I reorganized and cleaned out all of our closets, junk drawers and top shelves. It's true what they say, "Once...
Sweater Weather
Outfit details: Sweater: Nordstrom Rack | Skirt: J.Crew Factory (old) - SIMILAR | Shoes: Stuart Weitzman | Purse: Tory Burch | Sunnies: Ray Ban My apologies, as I've been a bit absent this week. Over the past few days I have been busy cleaning out closets, reorganizing, and packing away my pops of pinks and corals to make room for deeper, richer hues of reds, navy, burgundy and darker nudes. It feels amazing to get things organized, and spend a few days removed from digital devices and social media. The crisp, dry air has me in full Fall mode right now! In other news, Justin and I have...
Fall Feelings
Outfit details: Wrap: Talbots | Top: Nordstrom | Denim: Anthropologie | Shoes: Old, Similar (here) I'm so excited Fall is upon us. I don't know about you, but there's something about this time of year that nourishes my soul. A good friend and I recently had this very conversation... Is it the feeling of a new beginning, or a fresh start with the changing of weather and falling of leaves? There's something about the cooler temperatures and inviting signs of nature that makes me want to get away from the hustle and bustle, spend time outdoors, and recharge my ever running battery. These...
