My experience with Coley Home

Last year I was ready to switch out some Safavieh chairs in our living room.  They weren’t super comfortable, but had been cute and inexpensive.  For the price, I could overlook that they weren’t the comfiest.  Then around my birthday last year I ordered samples, then quickly went ahead and pressed checkout on the Nash […]

The cutest new collaboration at Dillards

  This Antonio Melani x Jennifer Sumko collection from Dillards is AMAZING!  my favorite drop so far, and by the sweetest Jennifer Sumko.  We first crossed paths at the Gasparilla Inn, in 2020.  I remember spotting her in an aqua bathing suit, and looking all over where to buy the same one.  So she influenced […]

John’s American Revolution Party

American Revolution Birthday Party for John File this under … parties I never thought I’d throw.  Late last year John started to become completely obsessed with the American Revolution.  He’s like a walking encyclopedia about it, and has read every book he has been given on the topic.  He loves history, and has lately said […]

John’s 10th Birthday: Disney Weekend

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Last weekend was so fun at Disney World.  Honestly it felt like 2019 – and I mean that in the best way possible.  We hadn’t been since our trip in April, so it was extra special to spend a day at the park. We kicked off the birthday weekend with lunch at school, then after […]

jmclaughlin blue gingham pants

It’s that time of year when spring styles start to pop up, and I am loving all of the new arrivals from J.McLaughlin.  Like these ivy gingham pants that have a great fit.  I love their classic shirts that I wear year round.  I wore them to school lunch the other day, and then they […]

hibernation for January favorites in a weezie Terry cloth robe

{the perfect hibernation season look:  this Terry cloth weezie robe!} As we settle in the new year I love to hibernate a bit more than usual!  November/December was non stop, so leaning into some things that make me feel more centered and slow is a lovely change of pace.  As far as resolutions, my main […]

How to Keep Warm and Stylish in classic ski clothes

I know it may seem more than a little silly to take ski / cold weather clothing advice from a Floridian.  But hear me out, I cannot stand to be cold and have done some serious research.  I prefer to be toasty while skiing or in the snow rather than cold!  I remember in 2019, […]

Christmas Home tour Traditional Grandmillennial coastal blue and white

Holiday Home Tour I wanted to share my traditional take on Holiday decor around our home this year.  I’m doing this holiday home tour with friends – so be sure and check out these talented ladies websites for more inspiration.  All of whom I love, love their classic Christmas style. Maggie York Kristy Wicks  Sarah […]

Sarah Tucker’s Cyber Week sale picks

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Preppy, Personalized, Classic picks for Cyber Week Sale {willow park stockings!  soooo cute- the tree skirt is amazing too!) Personalized gifts for her Luxury gifts for her Mens gift guide Golf Gift Guide Mother in law / mother  Gifts for men that love to travel First things first, shop small and shop local!  These are […]

Vietri Classic Christmas Table

Classic Red and Green Christmas Table with Vietri There’s something about classic red and green for Christmas that feels juuuust right!  We loved working with Vietri this holiday season.  A total bucket list for our #youcansetwithus campaign.  Their products are handmade in Italy, and they are so special.  I love gifting their vases – they […]

Personalized Gifts for her

Luxury Gifts for Her

Personalized and Monogrammed gifts for her Over the years I’ve been giving personalized or monogram gifts as my go to gifts.  It’s not for everyone of course, but there’s something about an item that’s custom, made just for you … it always feels like a little extra special.  It means people didn’t just grab this […]

Luxury Gifts for Her 2022

Traditional and timeless Luxury Gifts for her this Holiday Are you looking for luxury gifts for her?  Sometimes you are in search of a little luxury to give this holiday season!  Or a big ticket item to wow, depending on your budget.   Here are a few luxury gift ideas for her, that have caught […]

Walmart Finds for Winter

winter fashion finds from Walmart

Winter Fashion Finds From Walmart: Clothing for the Whole Family Can you believe winter is almost here? It seems like 2022 just started and now we’re celebrating the holidays and planning for the new year ahead! Holiday season means cold weather has also arrived for most parts of the country. I love browsing all of […]

How to Prepare for Holiday Guests: 20 Tips for Overnight Hosting

How to prepare for overnight guests

How to Prepare for Holiday Guests: 20 Tips for Overnight Hosting   Due to our world’s circumstances over the last few years, many of us haven’t hosted family and friends during the holidays since 2019. If you’ve found yourself hosting Christmas guests this year and feel a bit stressed and out of practice, I’m here […]

Men’s Gift Guide 2022

Men's gift guide - preppy, practical, traditional,

Ah!  Men, they can be hard to buy gifts for.  But here’s my men’s gift guide- a few of JB’s favorites, and some things I’m eyeing on buying him. Some of JB’s Favorite ever gifts:  These grill prep pans.  At first he wasn’t sure about them, but now he can’t live without them. A waterproof […]

Golf Gifts for him

preppy golf gifts the best for 2022

  Best Golf gifts for him I’ve been putting together golf gift guides for a few years now, because the sport has totally taken over my family.  I’ll admit an afternoon on the course is pretty nice!  I asked JB what was his favorite products and these are the ones he came up with.  Plus […]

Gifts for Mother in law / grandma / Mother

Mother in law mom gift guide traditional

Gifts for your Mother in Law / Mother / Grandma Today I’d love to help you with gifts for Mother in law ‘s / Grandma / Mother / lady that feels like a mother!  I feel like I’m trying to cover all of the bases because many of these could be for you too!  The […]

how to prepare for a holiday photo session

How to Prepare for a Holiday Photo Session: 10 Tips for Success

How to Prepare for a Holiday Photo Session: 10 Tips for Success Now that it’s November, our minds are in holiday mode…gift guides, hosting meals and the often dreaded holiday photo sessions. With that being said, I thought it would be helpful and fun to share my favorite tips on how to prepare for a […]

My Guide to Montage Palmetto Bluff: Family Travel

Montage Palmetto Bluff

Photos by Katherine Ives Montage Palmetto Bluff Review:  Family Back in the summer of 2019, I went to Montage Palmetto Bluff with Draper James.  I immediately fell in love with the property, and knew the family had to come back one day.  I was excited when the property invited us to stay earlier this year, […]

The Colony Palm Beach updated rooms

The Colony new bedrooms

Updated rooms at The Colony Palm Beach! This time last week Molly and I were shooting for Tyler Boe for her Holiday collection along with Blaire and Beth and Danielle.  We always love any excuse to ride down to Palm Beach.  But we were especially excited to see the new rooms.  This one was ours, […]

Gift Guide for the man that loves to travel!

Gift guide for men that love to travel

First of the gift guides is the travel gifts for men!  I am trying to shop early, as always.  So thought I’d give you some of JB’s favorites that would give you some ideas for yourself.  Or your guys in your life. Travel Gifts for Men  Carryon luggage from Target.  Under $100, and went all […]

Our Experience on the Disney Wish

Experience on the Disney Cruise Line The wish

Our Experience on the new Disney Wish cruise We just returned home from the newest ship from Disney Cruise Line, the Disney Wish cruise.  It was the boys fall break, so we had a four day weekend.  I learned pretty quickly to start planning those kind of school vacations early.  I always want to make […]

20 Thoughtful and Traditional Housewarming Gifts

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20 Thoughtful and Traditional Housewarming Gifts   I have thoughtful housewarming gifts on my mind this year!  All three of my siblings are moving into new homes in 2022, along with many friends. I’m so excited for all of them and can’t wait to celebrate this new adventure in their lives. Of course, celebrating these […]

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