Ohhh hey! It’s been like a month or two since we have done a blog post! Life has just been so insanely busy for us both! Melissa and I are both Stay at home moms to entrepreneur husbands so that often translates to them working a ton! But we are back and are so excited to be here again! Thanks for always following along with us and giving us your love and support! We do appreciate it! I wanted to jump back into things and share my favorite things I’ve been loving this past month!

A Little Life Update

We recently moved in August, just down the street, but it still involved tons of purging, packing, organizing and unpacking! It’s been exhausting but also super fun! Our new house is super cute, has tons of natural light and we’ve been slowly starting to decorate it so stay tuned for more home decor posts!!

We also started homeschooling through a charter with my oldest daughter so it’s been fun, but also busy! We have soccer, Wild and Free nature groups and all kinds of fun field trips so it definitely keeps us busy!

And we went to Disneyland! It was so much fun! We enjoyed a week at our favorite place and it made our hearts so happy to see all of the Halloween decorations!

So that’s our little update! It’s been a busy but exciting season of life for us! A little break gave me some much needed time to get my creative juices flowing again!

My Favorite Things this Past Month

I wanted to share just a few of my favorite things I’ve been loving this past month! I always love when people share their faves because it gives me new ideas or products to try! So keep reading to see what I’ve been loving lately!

Books //

I try to make it an intention to read every day and sometimes it happens and sometimes it doesn’t! This month I read two books and really loved them both!

The first book The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave was literally so good!! I even stayed up way past my bedtime two nights in a row to finish it! I don’t want to give too much away but it held my attention so well and was one of my fave books of the year!

The second book, Where the Grass Is Green and the Girls Are Pretty by Lauren Weisberger, bestselling author of Devil Wears Prada was a fun read! It’s about a college admission scandal, following your heart, and the reality of perfect lives! It was more of a fun read, but I really enjoyed it! I highly recommend both books!

Hair//

The next two things I’m loving are hair products! Since we live by the beach, we are constantly swimming in the oceans and pool! Our hair gets dry so we definitely have to keep it hydrated to prevent breakage!

I’ve been using the dae Monsoon Moisture Mask for the past few months and love it! It keeps my hair soft and silky! It also has clean ingredients, smells good and looks cute in my shower! I typically only wash my hair 2-3 times a week max so I just use a tiny bit of this every time and let it sit in my hair while I shave! My hair is definitely shinier and having less breakage!

My daughter’s have pretty wavy to curly hair, and my 5 year old has super long hair! It kept getting tangled and frizzy so I bought this leave in conditioner for curly hair by Verb and it works wonders! I just put a little in the hair after bath, brush through and let it air-dry! She gets perfect little waves with no frizz! It’s magic! I tried on my fine, straight hair and it was a little too heavy for me! So I highly recommend for wavy/straight hair!

Fitness//

With our move recently and a busy schedule it has been so hard to get consistent workouts in and I’ve been left feeling in a rut! I kept getting ads for Melissa Wood Health app so I decided to download and so the seven day free trial! I ending up loving it and now pay $9.99 a month for it!

The MWH Method is a series of slow controlled, low impact movements combining yoga and Pilates to sculpt long lean lines throughout the body. Her program offers pre and post natal workouts, beginner workouts and meditations and much more! I like that she has a schedule to follow so it keeps me on track and mixes it up! I’ve been following the schedule and then adding in an extra workout on days that I have time! It’s been so good and I feel refreshed after taking each class!

To add a little intensity to my workout when you for the challenge, I use these Bala bangles! I have them in 1lb and 2lb and love them! I also try to wear them while on walks! Such an added bonus!

Clothes//

I purchased a few things this month that I am loving! I’ve always been a big fan of one-shoulder looks and found this super cute top at revolve! It comes in quite a few colors and the material really surprised me! When I purchased I thought it was going to be a cotton t-shirt material, but it was actually a thicker polyester and spandex material! I like to wear it with my hair in a bun and some hoop earrings to give it that sexy peek of shoulder look!

I also love this ribbed workout sports bra and bottoms I got from Target recently! I’ve been wearing them non-stop and love the slate blue color! The ribbing is so cute and the high-waist super flattering! I paired it with this cute little open back shirt!

I’ve also been loving this billabong dress I got last month! You can wear it so many ways! I like to wear it with booties, a hat and a chunky cardigan! I’m wearing it with this little cardigan I picked up from Amazon and it’s such an easy and comfortable outfit! This outfit will definitely be a repeat and will probably be on my list of favorite things for a while! You can easily dress up or down!

And my last favorite clothing item this month was my Gap Cheeky High- Rise straight leg denim in black! I was actually going to order the Madewell Perfect Vintage denim in black because I love the fit, but I saw these on sale and figured I should give it a try! I’m so happy I did because I love them and got so many compliments on them! I wore them at Disneyland and they were so comfortable!! Highly-recommend! I would size down one size because they do stretch out as you wear them!

Randoms//

These PeapodMats Leakproof Mattress Pads! My oldest has been potty-trained for a few years now, but instill like to keep this mat over her mattress for extra protection! They are perfect for that potty-training time when you need some reassurance and accidents happen frequently!

I’ve also been loving line art recently!! I just purchased these prints from Etsy and they are so beautiful! These will go in my bathroom and were so inexpensive! You just buy the file, print at Office Depot/Staples and put in a frame! So easy and inexpensive!

Okay! If you made it this far, you are amazing!! Thank you! Hope you enjoyed reading and found some inspiration of books torneadnos things to try! These were just some of my favorite things this past month! Leave a comment below and let us know yours!

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Have an amazing week! You are loved, appreciated and beautiful!

Xoxoxo,

Kari

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I think my style would be categorized as California casual or beachy casual. I’m not one to jump on every trend and I typically wear what feels good to me. My husband says I dress like Jennifer Aniston with a little bit of flair! Haha! I love wearing basic crew tees and adding a hat and some dainty jewelry or wearing a dress with some sneakers or sandals and a denim jacket! Every once in a while, I will try and go outside my comfort zone and add in something different, like flared jeans! Haha! I wore them twice and then decided that it’s something I am gladly willing to leave behind! I say if you have a style and it works for you, stick with it!

Two of my favorite stores to shop at, besides Target, are Nordstrom and Revolve! I went through the website and chose some of my favorite pieces. Some of them I have and some of them I just ordered! Hope this helps gives you some inspiration for a spring wardrobe refresh!

Nordstrom Finds //Spring Refresh

1. Free People Makai Denim Shorts ($68): These shorts sold out so quickly last year so I added them into my cart ASAP this year. I like the fit of these and that they are non-stretch denim. I don’t love when my denim starts out tight and then stretches through the day. Just a personal opinion though! These are a great pair of classic, slightly distressed cutoffs that you can wear with so many tops! I also love my A.GOLDE shorts (DEE, PARKER) style note: if you are tall, I suggest the Dee! They are the slightly longer version. And I can’t forget about my favorite Abercrombie shorts!
2. Billabong x Salty Blonde Date Night Denim Romper ($119): I was so excited for this collaboration to come out! I love the casual surf style of Billabong and I love the Salty Blonde (check her out on instagram). She has a similar body type to mine, as far as smaller waist and bigger hips so I tend to watch her style to gather inspiration. This denim romper is something I normally wouldn’t purchase, but I love the way it fits on her. I can imagine wearing this unbuttoned slightly on a date night with a cute pair of wedges or wearing some sneakers for my soccer mom Saturdays!
3. O’Neill Linnet Sleeveless Cover-Up Minidress ($49.50): I am in desperate need of a new coverup and this was is soo cute! It’s a great price too! It comes in three different colors, has an open back and will be perfect for beach days while chasing my littles!
4. Free People On My Mind V-Neck Shirt ($38): I loved the comfort, casual look of this light-weight V-neck. It’s perfect for those slightly cooler days and would look great styled with a pair of boyfriend jeans or some denim cutoffs! It comes in so many different colors, but I love this mint one for spring!
5. Billabong Tanlines Billie Bralette Bikini Top ($55): I love the color on this bikini top! It’s a ribbed fabric Bralette style and the reviews are amazing! They say to size up one, but that it fits even larger chests! Definitely excited to try this!
6. Billabong Tanlines Maui High Waist Bikini Bottoms ($56): This is the matching bottoms for the bralette top and I love the high-waist! The ribbed detailing is perfection and the high-waist provides a little extra coverage!
7. Zella Seamless Strappy Sports Bra ($29): I love this sports bra for everyday use (running errands in workout clothes) or for pilates class! It’s lightly supportive, but still super flattering and such a great price! It has so many colors and the strappy back is super cute!
8. Brixton Joanna Straw Hat ($55): This hat is a staple for me! This is actually the third time I’m purchasing in the last 5-6 years. The first one I had I accidentally got it soaking wet at the beach and the shape was slightly ruined. The second one I think I accidentally donated to Goodwill! So this one I have been keeping nice and dry and away from all cleaning piles! It’s my favorite wide-brim hat and I pretty much wear it year-round. Every time I wear it, I get so many people asking where it’s from! So this is a definite must-have! Plus they come in so many sizes! I get the Small!

You Can Shop My Nordstrom Faves Here!!

Revolve Finds //Spring Refresh

1. Chaser Flounce V-Neck Short- Sleeve Tee ($38): I love this tee! Unfortunately, it sells out so quickly! But that’s just a good sign of how amazing it actually is. I love to pair this with high-waisted boyfriend denim or a slim jean! The ruffled sleeve adds a little bit of fun and playful detail, while the jersey material keeps you cool! If it sells out, you can also find them on the Chaser Website here!
2. Free People Cleo Bodysuit ($68): I love this bodysuit!!! I love the detailing down the sides of the arms and the front tie allows you to choose how sexy you want to be, or provide easy access for nursing! Haha! I have had quite a few bodysuits from Free People and they fit so well and last so long! It’s definitely worth the higher price for this flirty addition to your spring wardrobe!
3. Free People X FP Movement Love Tank ($38): I never realized how much I am liking Free People currently! They have such great price points and the styles are so cute! I love this simplicity of this top! You can easily wear it from a workout out to coffee afterwards or pair with some high-waisted shorts for a day of fun in the sun! Pair a cute detailed bra underneath!
4. Rails Mira Tank ($43): This airy linen blend striped top is a laid-back way to add a little flair to your wardrobe! Pair it with some denim shorts, strappy sandals and layered necklaces and you are ready to go! Stylish, comfortable and cute!
5. Indah Lenny Mini Dress ($97): Okay so I am obsessed with this dress! It’s super simple, but you can just tell the quality is so good! It’s made of ribbed fabric, has a cute button detailing and is just perfection! I love it and ordered it ASAP!
6. Lovers + Friends Riona Headband in Pink Floral ($38): Can’t place an order without adding a new headband to my collection! I love the floral pattern (perfect for a spring wardrobe refresh)! It also has acrylic pearl trim giving it some texture and flair! It’s so cute and versatile!
7. DAYDREAMER Long Sleeve Top in Lily Pad Tie Dye ($69): I have a few of this brand’s short sleeve tees and wanted to add a long sleeve tee to the mix! I love the tie dye pattern and it is perfect for wearing at the end of the day around a bonfire or when temperatures drop a little!
8. Ettika Crystal Anklet ($55): Wearing anklets feel so feminine to me! I love the look and this one is super cute and affordable! The iridescent crystals will sparkle in the sun and I love the layered look! Show it off with a cute dress or pair of shorts!
9. L*SPACE Seaview Dress in Sky Blue ($99): This dress is so coming home to me! I love the simplicity of it and the twist front (so flattering). It is 100% cotton so either wash it really carefully or size up like I did! It also comes in three colors! It’s a great piece to add!

You Can Shop My Revolve Finds Here

Hope you found some inspiration or some new goodies to add to your spring wardrobe! We are forever grateful for your support, for reading our blog and for interacting with us on a daily basis! Watching our community grow has been such a fun treat!

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Hope you have a great weekend!

xoxox

Kari

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