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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SWOOZIES Gift Guide
Kate Spade Notebook | Gold Rim Coupe| Luggage Tag | Kate Spade Pencils | Mr. & Mrs. Ornament | Glitter Candle Holder | Travel Mug | Emily Ley Agenda | Gold Lip Coffe Mug | Voluspa Candle | Meri Meri Nutcracker Napkins | Meri Meri Nutcracker PlatesChristmas is fast approaching and this year to make things convenient for you I've decided to do a series of Holiday Gift Guides, so please let me know if you have any particular requests. To kick things off, I am sharing my top picks form my all time go-to store, Swoozie's. From their glitter accessories to party planning nick-nacks, they...
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 lot of trendy changes happening in our wardrobes, but I’m curious, what’s happening on your vanity? As summer gives way to fall it's time to rotate in a new fleet of makeup essentials, and this season bold is better! From ripe lips at Carolina Herrera to oxblood red at Burberry London, it's clear that the focus is on a dramatic...
Madeline
Ted Baker DRESS | Tory Burch SUNGLASSES | asos SHOES | Kate Spade EARRINGS | Lodis WALLET | David Yurman Cable BRACELET | David Yurman Cable RING | David Yurman Buckle BRACELET If I'm not responding to emails, just call over to Nordstrom because I've probably gotten lost in all of their amazing fall clearance prices. Now through November 15th you can save up to 40% on designer pieces like this Ted Baker London Silk Top! Speaking of which, last week I was perusing the #NSale when this Ted Baker Londoner dress caught my eye. Despite it not being on clearance, this reiteration of the Peter...
Structured
If you've been reading Style Souffle for long enough, you know I am not one to shy away from colors, patterns, or textures. And, this Byron Lars dress from Anthropologie has all of those things. It's ornate detail immediately captured my attention, and despite not having an occasion, nor reason to purchase the dress, I couldn't resist trying it on. Needless to say I feel in love with the dress! It's no secret that I love structured, mid-length frocks (worn here, here, and here). Byron Lars, a San francisco native, is known for his body-conscious collections and astute silhouettes, like...
