What I am Packing

To say that I am pysched on a vacation is a huge understatement. I need some sunshine, quiet, and endless chips and salsa. The quiet will be attainable since the kids are staying home. Which as anyone that travels with kids knows makes it an actual vacation, not just a trip. I love my kids, but mama needs a break from doing all the things. 

I am bringing a mix of new finds and my tried and true staples. 

1. Just got this Le Specs and I LOVE them. Oversized, seriously mirrored, and I love the neutral tone. 

2. These pool slides are an investment, but I wear them everywhere. And you cannot go wrong with these. 

3. This Sunscreen Oil is approved by my dermo and apparently amazing. Cannot wait to try it out. 

4. Hands down my favorite bikini and it is on sale in so many colors. 

5. A new sun hat with an extra parge brim and perfect shape. 

6. My favorite high waisted jeans shorts to pair with tees. 

7. A pretty cover up in a style I buy over and over again. This too. 

8. Just got this cloud paint from Glossier and I love the sweet hue it gived my cheeks. 

9. A wild new one piece swimsuit

10. I have this dress in red and love it. You feel instantly chic and the fit is so flattering. 

11. I love tan towels to bronze up my face since I cover it from the sun most of the time. 

12. And I use this magic powder for face sunscreen. If you do not own this, GET IT. It works so well, is super waterproof/sweatproof, and worth every penny. This size lasts a long time. 

13. These rubber Valentinos are perfect for packing. They can easily be worn to the beach and then later again for dinner. Loving these too. 

Make sure to follow me on Instagram and I will post from my trip! 

xo

Erin 

Wear Now, Wear Later

 This in between-y season is strange. It is sunny and close enough to spring to start wanting to pull the florals and pastels out. But really it is still pretty cold. At least here it is. 

So if you want to buy something, you want it be fresh for now but last until well into Summer. All of these pieces can be worn in both colder temps now and paired with lighter items later. 

And perfect  for you Spring Breakers. 

1. A pretty white blouse always works and pairs as well with jeans as it does with shorts.  / 2. A leather moto jacket in the prettiest blue for layering / 3. Light joggers in to wear with sweaters now and tanks later / 4. A sweet floral dress to pair with tights now and sandals later / 5. White loafer mules to slide on. Comes in other colors  / 6. High waisted pink jeans to wear with bold brights now and summer whites later / 7. Love these white mules / 8. A scalloped sweater that also comes in pink / 9. A striped blouse you will wear to death / 10. Off the shoulder white to wear with everything / 11. Slides and loafers and sandals in one 

1. A soft chambray dress to wear with boots or sandals / 2. A LBD that will always feel comfy and put together  / 3. A knit shell that looks chic with black pants or jean shorts/ 4. A super soft jumpsuit to wear with a leather jacket now and scrappy sandals later / 5. Pull on pants for work that go with everything / 6. Cute kicks to pair with jeans and dresses / 7. Drawstring chambray pants to wear with sweaters now and tanks later / 8. A cozy striped tee to layer now and pull on for breezy nights later / 9. A great green top that will always feel special / 10. Ruffled off the shoulder to layer under a jacket now / 11. Love these soft suede slide on loafers in coral. Comes in other colors. 

xo

Erin 

Spring Break Fever

We are deep in the season where you talk about the weather a lot and it is a bummer. So though this post is all about getting out of town, I do try to enjoy my own even in this dirty snow/maybe raining/but always cold time of year. 

Like enjoying that the sun is actually shining past 5pm. 

And magic hour is a thing even in the winter. 

Or jumping in a puddle with one of the kids to make their day. 

And cozy sweaters by fires somewhere with friends. 

Mostly I am complaining, but every so often we make the best of it.

And when I am in the get me out of here head space, I start looking for fun new pieces to enjoy in the warm sun. Hence this heavenly packing list that would be perfect anywhere a pool and cold drinks is involved. And for those of you that live in the desert or by the beach year round, something for your every day closet, you lucky girl. 

1. Love this Ulla Johnson dress for day or night

2. A one piece - two piece hybrid I am digging. This one too

3. A minimalist leather sandal is always so chic

4. A high quality stripe shirt to half tuck into #5

5. The high waisted boyfriend denim shorts that anyone can wear

6. The combo of blue mirrored lenses and tortoise is so good on these glasses

7. DYING over this wide leg jumpsuit. This one too

8. A leopard shirt cover up is unexpected and I like it

9. Valentino slides you can wear every day everywhere. These are great too. 

10. A silk t shirt dress that easily dresses up or down

11. Classic white sneakers that go good with dresses too

12. This ruffle top and hipster bottom are so cute. Also comes in a one piece

13. A chambray baby doll that is easy to eat cheeseburgers in

14. A super sweet yellow gingham dress

15. Pink shades that are just pink enough

16. A ruffled low block heel because who wants to wear high heels on vacay? 

xo

Erin 

Spring Break Wish List

Though we are headed for both snow and sun this year, I have much more fun looking for warm weather pieces than cold. You get more longevity out of them going into the warmer months. Plus, it is a great reminder that Summer is kind of almost here. I know some of you may be headed out soon, but there is still time to grab a couple pieces to get you even more excited for your trip. Here is what I am coveting...

1. This ballerina style one piece looks crazy flattering. 

2. Love a pom straw bag to hold everything. (stripes is cute too)

3. This chambray jumpsuit is equal parts chic and relaxed. Love. 

4. Gingham + off the shoulder is a winner. 

5. Mirrored shades in a modern shape at a great price. 

6. Cheeky espadrilles are so great. 

7. Obsessed with these silky striped shorts. 

8. A white gauzy shirt is so chic over your swim suit. (this is cute too)

9. Slides are everywhere right now. Love this simple white pair. Comes in other colors as well. (these are cute too)

10. A versatile cardigan for cool nights. 

11. This draped dress one shoulder could be dressed up or down so easily. 

12. Dying over the flutter sleeves, poms, and stripes of this dress. (Love this one, and this one too)

13. A truly packable hat. 

14. A cute spotted skirt to throw on with a tank and flips. 

15. A wide leg jumpsuit in pink screams vacation. And the price is great. 

16. A white eyelet dress is always the best. 

17. A strappy sandal that will go with everything. (or these flats)

Happy Travels. 

xo

Erin 

Time for Spring Breaking

Are you off somewhere warm? Hope so. 

I am a little late on my Spring Break packing post as I know that some of you might already be on yours or headed out of town, but my packing does not start until next week so here I am. Since the kids stuff takes up at least half of our packing space, I like to keep things light and coordinated. Makes it easy to not only pack, but to pick what to wear once you are there.  Here is what I am going to bring (either the exact or close match to) this year...

1. A straw bag that doesn't mind a little sand, but fits everything. Hat Attack $95

2. My fave mineral sunscreen powder now comes in spf 50. It is waterproof and gives you a nice even coverage. Sunscience $64 (lasts forever)

3. Worship these frames from Warby Parker $95

4. A actual packable hat that can get squished in your bag. J. Crew $34

5. Soft PJs that wash well, look nice, and are ok for your in laws to see you in. J. Crew $58

6. This suit looks great with cut off shorts and flips. Total 90s throwback. J. Crew $88 (many colors)

7. A breezy and sweet cover up. J. Crew $69

(Think I have enough J. Crew going on? Geez. But kind of obsessed with everything there lately and there seems to be a sale every day.)

These tops...

From Left: 

A gauzey, boho blouse with tassels that goes with everything. BB Dakota $85

Remember when tanks had shelf bras in them in the early 00s? Yea, J. Crew is making them again. $24

My love for Cloth & Stone runs deep, and this coral button down is so soft and perfect. $88

A forgiving, but sweet ruffle top for big dinners out. d.Ra $84

All the tops can be worn with each of these shorts...

1. Easily the best pair of lace shorts I have bought. Loft $59 (other colors available)

2. A sweet pair of floral drawstring shorts. Minkpink $59

3. My go to J. Crew cut offs. $79

4. Who doesn't love a skort? And I love the print/woven material. Cupcakes & Cashmere $100

Dresses for different occasions...

I am a sucker for Parker and I love this silhouette. $265

This dress could go from the beach straight to dinner. Loft $79 + 25% off today

A little ballet nod in a super flattering cut. Susana Monaco $170 (yellow also, $119)

I swear by the three pairs of shoes rule. All you need...

1. A wedge that matches everything when you want a lift. Loeffler Randall $275

2. A flip flop that can hang by the pool or be paired with a dress later. J. Crew $50 (also in back)

3. A white sneaker for everywhere else. Adidas $74 (check out the sizing notes when ordering)

Anything you cannot leave behind? Would love to hear. 

Happy Travels! 

xo

Erin 

Spring Break Finds Under $200

Yes, yes, we keep talking about getting the heck out of dodge, but I cannot help it. And after a few more requests for new pieces for Spring Break escapes, I thought I would share what some of our favorite stores have to offer for under $200. Because a girl needs to save her pennies for all those frosty drinks and sunset dinners...

From Net-a-Porter: These lace shorts are such a great coverup. Wear with a silky tank for lunch $175 / Minimalist leather sandals will work anywhere day or night $185 / A gauzy coral shirt dress is so chic over your suit. Wear back at home over leggings or skinnies $195 / Love a necklace that is super long to wear with a dress or even with your bikini $40

From Nordstrom: Parker makes a killer maxi, this is a great deal if you like the print $131 / 2. Comfy and beachy pants $148 / 3. A retro striped surfer girl romper. Love this $49 / 4. Nautical and sweet striped romper $99 / 5. This dress is a great classic in a fun color. Sexy, but not overtly so $198

From Asos: A cotton maxi that goes anywhere day to night $34 (more colors) / This strapless is also an easy throw on anywhere dress (more colors) $28 / Love the delicate lace on this sweet dress $67

From Shopbop: Love the touch of delicate lace on this maxi $152 / A beaded and embroidered tunic is something you would wear forever $148/ An easy fun tank dress for over your suit $90 / I am a sucker for a stripe, and I love the black and white of this dress $65

From J. Crew:  Pair these over a suit or with your favorite white tank Cabana Pant $69 + 25% off (also comes in white and black)  / Obsessed with this Mara Hoffman romper $185 / Classic Embroidered Tunic  to wear as a cover up or at night with sandals $78 + 25% off

I have both of those hats and live in them on vacation. The floppy straw hat ($25) is easily packable and large to block the sun. The panama hat ($68) is such a great look, but you have to carry it on or wear on the plane. Which is really a great look, actually. 

xo

Erin 

Winter Escape: What to Pack

There is nothing as lovely as escaping winter and going somewhere warm. You leave someone where below freezing and thaw out in the sunshine a few hours later. Heaven. 

Everyone seems to be either going south or headed there soon. Luckily, so I am this month with friends  to Mexico. Here is what I am packing if you need any ideas for your suitcase as well.  

1. The perfect bright dress. Clove $118

2. Go with everything wedges. Jimmy Choo $450 or these 

3. A light tunic for the beach. J. Crew $89

4. Printed silk pants to pair with your fav tank. Splendid $138

5. Classic cut offs. J. Crew $79

6. A striped bandage skirt. Alexander Wang $168

7. My go to jumpsuit. Splendid $138

8. A printed maxi. Tbags $57

9. A simple romper for the pool. Shopbop $119

10. Diving into this book. 

Bon Voyage! 

xo

Erin 

What I am Packing: Spring Break

While I know it is much later than most, my Spring Break starts Saturday. Seriously, get me out of here. While it is getting warmer, it is that lame in between time when people think it is warm for good and then it snows. I am trying to pack light to this trip to Florida and hope to get lots of use out of these new additions...

1. I am totally obsessed with this J. Crew cover up for the beach. Can be worn as a tunic over a bikini or with shorts for walking around. 

2. Loving this Kate Sommerville SPF Serum. Super lightweight and SPF 55. 

3. I am big fan of Victoria's Secret for bikinis. They are inexpensive and come in great cuts that flatter. Have you tried the Bikini Mixer? It is so fun. 

4. Cut offs in a dark wash go with everything. Gap

5. Digging original Wayfayers for Florida. 

6. I got this Joie top to go with my new white jeans. 

7. When on vacay, I bring three pairs of shoes. Havianas, nude wedges that go with everything, and running shoes. 

8. I have written about this Rebecca Minkoff bag many times. The versatility of it is perfect for packing. Clutch, cross body, and shoulder bag all in one. Comes in a ton of colors. 

Still have to wait the week out. Will need that much time to get the kids organized to go. It feels like I am moving an entire city when I start packing and making lists for them. It will be totally worth it. 

xo

Erin 

Spring Break Recap

It has taken more than a few days to get back to reality. Coming down from the high of constant sunshine and the ever present sound of waves crashing is even harder when it is 35 outside. All you can do is hope it happens again. Soon. So what was I up to the last two weeks in Florida?

I finally got to wear the Prabal Gurung for Target dress that I picked up the last time I needed milk. It just needed a belt and some warm weather. 

I really do not get past reading magazines when I am at home, but I took full advantage of nap times by finally reading the book that has been looming on my bedside tables since Christmas. 

I LOVED this book. It was the perfect quick vacation read, was chock full of incredible stories filled with fashion's most influential people of the last fifty years. If you have seen The September Issue, can rattle off photographer and model names easily, and are interested in how Grace Coddington got to be the most influential woman (besides Anna) in fashion, add it to your must read list. 

The little man got dressed for dinner most nights. So fancy. I died when I put him in these RL khakis that had a belt. So grown up.

It was chilly at night and we walked a lot, so I was psyched that I packed these fold up flats. So comfy and look great with cropped skinnies or a short dress. 

Fresh seafood is always the highlight of the meals I have there. But I could also not get enough of these Spicy Rosemary & Maple nuts that my Mother-in-law made. They are beyond addicting and I found a similar recipe here. 

There were a lot of beautiful sunsets from the balcony. 

And one special one with the babe. 

Trying to get my routine back at home, but I am not going to lie and say I wish I was not still there. There is always the next trip to look forward to and mine is a girls only trip to AZ. Super excited for that get away. Where are you headed this Spring? 

xo

Erin 

Spring Break Fever

Spring Break does not stop when you graduate from school. The desire to get out of town at the end of a long winter stays with you forever. Or at least until you can live the dream of being a snow bird. Here's to that. 

My Spring Break starts a week from today and I literally almost cried when Matt told me we were headed South for a week. It gets me in such a mood for pastels with pops of brights and neons. 

1. Cute nautical flips from the Gap $16

2. I own these J. Crew shorts, classic $79

3. Minty nail polish from Butter $15

4. A switch from the standard white jean from J Brand $176

5. These Karen Walker glasses have such a fun shape $220

6. Pretty and vintage tulle suit from J. Crew Top $60 Bottom $56

7. From carry on to beach bag from Gap $94

8. Love the mix of leathers on these Cynthia Vincent sandals $195

9. Cute print for dinners out by Pencey $225 

10. A little lucite and neon by CC Skye $255

11. Can't go wrong with embellished frogs from  J. Crew $98

12. A classic drapey tank to wear with everything J. Crew $24

13. For day or night, pleated maxi by Sabine $59

Hope your winter includes a break too. Unless you live in the warmth, then I envy you for being able to wear all of this year round.  

xo

Erin