Lipgloss and Lace
August 24th, 2020

Top: Zara | Skirt: old | Heels: Louboutin | Glasses: Ray-ban | Clutch: Akira

You didn’t think I’d let the last week of August go by without wearing one last bright, did you?

I knew this Zara top needed a spot in my closet as soon as I saw it. Between the vibrant color and the over-the-top organza, it was meant to be.Β 

I want to say thank you to those of you who reached out and asked about our safety and the fires. Luckily, we are located in Southern CA and are safe at this point (even though we had a mini scare on Saturday in the hills behind our house). It’s a frantic and frightening feeling when you see those flames so close to your own home. My heart is broken for our state right now.

*If you’d like to donate and make a difference for those in need, please visit the Red Cross Wildfire Disaster Relief website here. Anything helps! xo

Shauna
August 17th, 2020

Taking a little blogging break this week to enjoy a mini staycation at home. While I’m looking forward to the rest and relaxation, my heart is heavy because I know my family and I should all be together right now for our annual vacation to Lake Tahoe.

The truth is, sometimes I envy other people’s social media as they pose together with family & friends, gathered in warm embraces in different states. While I miss spending time with my family tremendously, I realize what’s more important to me than vacations and hugs right now is that everyone I love will still be in this world when this pandemic is over.

Hope you guys have a beautiful week. See you back here Monday! XO.

Shauna
August 13th, 2020

β™₯ Lately I’ve been painting inspirational rocks and leaving them around Orange County using this kit.

β™₯ My only Nordstrom sale purchase

β™₯ 11 cocktails for the end of summer

β™₯ The cutest Halloween pillow (and yes, I grabbed it)

β™₯ S’mores, 4 different ways

β™₯ This time on the blog last year

Thanks so much for reading. Stay healthy, & stay safe!

Shauna
August 10th, 2020

Suit: Elegant Taste | Sarong: Seafolly | Glasses: Impressions

I grabbed this swimmie last year for our trip to Bora Bora, except it was delivered the day we left.

Bummed.

Then I had planned on packing it this summer for a girls trip to Palm Springs.

Postponed.

My last hope was our vacation to Lake Tahoe next week.

Except: Cancelled.

So I decided that since it was destined to go nowhere fun and exciting this summer (and well, neither was I), it was still going to see the light of day, only this time in our pool or local beach.

Because if Covid has taught us anything these past few months, it’s why wait for that perfect moment? In 2020, you just gotta make it work!

Shauna
August 6th, 2020

Welcome to Part 2 of my Q&A series! If you missed Part 1, you can find it here. Thanks again for all of your questions, it was really was fun to hear what you guys were interested in! XO

 

Q: What is the oldest piece in your closet that you still wear often?

A floor length faux-fur pelt coat. I wish I had somewhere to wear it to now! Maybe the mailbox? Grocery store? Gas station? πŸ˜‰

 

Q: What is your go-to outfit?

A good pair of denim, paired with a white top and blazer. I love reliable basics that never go out of style.

 

Q: What was your favorite decade for style?Β 

I’m such a fan of 70’s boho fashion. Gimmie all the wide leg pants, kimonos, head scarves and oversized sunnies please.

 

Q: Have you ever had a bad hair day? What does your hair routine look like?

Oh, the answer is so much yes! My routine is pretty simple. Last fall I went to more of a “cool blonde” color, so I use products that help keep the ash color in for as long as I can. I use Schwarzkopf Color Freeze shampoo and Tone Enhancing spray conditioner. My go-to curling iron is the Ceramic T3.

 

Q: What is your favorite thing about your dog Riley?

Definitely too many things to list! I think my favorite is just what a cuddle bug he is. He also drinks his water in the funniest way. Shih tzu’s have sooo many cute quirks.

 

Q: What is your favorite movie?

A: A Few Good Men!

 

Thanks so much for reading, have a great weekend!Β 

Shauna
August 3rd, 2020

Dress: NY&Co | Heels: Louboutin | Glasses: Prada | Clutch: Akira

All dressed up with nowhere to go…for now.

Who would have thought that there wouldn’t be any parties or weddings this spring or summer to get dressed up for?

Keeping spirits high knowing that we will all one day soon, meet each other on the dance floor and be ready to party again like it’s 2021.

xoxo

Shauna