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Fall Fab Fit Fun Unboxing 2017

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It’s time for another Fab Fit Fun unboxing! This box is the fall 2017 box. It’s full of all kinds of fun goodies. This is one subscription box that always has something really great included in it. The variety of items in each box is excellent and the choices the curators make are very well done. I look forward to receiving this box each season.

The fall box is no exception. There is a nice selection of different kinds of items in this box. Although there are some things included in this box that don’t excite me, most of them are things I am looking forward to trying out.

If you like what you see here, you can get a Fall Fab Fit Fun box of your own by using this link. The cost of the box is $49 per box and a new box comes out four times a year. The estimated value of the items in each box is always well over $250, so it really is a huge bargain. Plus, it’s like getting a surprise gift four times a year!

How fun is that?

Without further ado, let check out what’s in the Fall Fab Fit Fun box….

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Mer-Sea & Co. Scarf

This scarf is so luxuriously soft. When I took it out of the box, I was so excited. I love scarves, and the color of this one is beautiful. By far the best part of this scarf, though, is the soft texture. It’s cozy and snuggly and I can hardly wait for cooler weather to set in so I can start wearing it! (Retail value: $98)

Private Party Gym Bag

This cute bag features a denim style material and a fun saying on the front. It can make going to the gym more stylish and sassy! I don’t go to the gym—I do my workouts at home, but I can think of a bunch of other uses for this bag. (Retail value: $59)

IMM Living Coxet Wire Heart Ceramic Jewelry Holder

This pretty little holder is a great way to store some favorite jewelry pieces. It would look pretty on a vanity table or bathroom countertop. A handy and cute storage solution! (Retail value: $33)

Whish Beauty Renewing Mud Mask

This all natural beauty mask features ingredients like bentonite clay, aloe, and rosehip oil. It’s a naturally luxurious way to rejuvenate the skin. I’m looking forward to trying this one out. (Retail value: $48)

Mytagalongs Hot & Cold Gel Pack

An extremely versatile item, this hot and cold pack can be frozen or heated. It can be used to soothe any kind of ache or pain. (Retail value $15)

Trestique Matte Color & Shiny Balm Lip Crayon

A handy, 2-in-1 product, this lip crayon features creamy, lightweight lip color with a matte finish on one end, and a nourishing lip balm for added shine on the other. Mine came in the color Tuscan Wine, which is a deep burgundy red color. (Retail value: $28)

DPHUE Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse

I prefer to use all natural ingredients in my hair. I’ve made my own ACV rinse before, but this one is conveniently already mixed and ready to use. I’ll definitely be trying this one right away. (Retail value: $35)

The Jetset Diaries Cable Knit Beanie

This cozy little hat will be very handy as the weather turns cold. It’s soft and warm and oh-so-stylish. (Retail value: $49)

As you can see, there is a nice variety of things include in this box. As always, it will be fun to try each item and see how I like them. I’m excited to get started!

Want to try out Fab Fit Fun for yourself? Join in on the fun each season and get your own subscription! Just follow this referral link and get $10 off your first box. Try it—you’ll love it!

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Simple Seaside Style

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This week’s photos are from a recent trip my children and I took to visit my grandmother, who lives on Martha’s Vineyard. This is the perfect time of year to visit there. The weather is usually beautiful, the crowds are a bit smaller than they tend to be in the peak of the tourist season, and the water is still warm enough that you can enjoy the beach.

This outfit is a very simple one, yet it very much represents my personal style. It is everyday elegance at it’s core.

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I wore a simple navy long sleeved T-shirt. This shirt is so comfy and goes with anything. I bought it at a discount outlet near our home (anyone in Maine familiar with Mardens?) for a great price. It know this one is going to get a lot of use. A simple solid colored tee like this one is a wardrobe staple.

The knit maxi skirt I wore is a very simple one with an elastic waist. I’ve had this skirt for years and I don’t know what I’m going to do once it wears out, because I wear it so often! There’s something elegant about a long skirt blowing in the breeze, isn’t there?

To dress up the outfit and add a bit of interest to this very simple combination, I added a pretty light green scarf. This scarf ups the elegance factor by a lot!

Very simple stud earrings and my favorite Chloe + Isabel sunglasses round out the look.

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And of course, my bare feet make the outfit beach worthy! (I wore simple navy ballet flats with this outfit when I wasn’t walking on the sand.)

What I Wore

T-shirt: Ann Taylor
Maxi skirt: Old Navy (similar)
Scarf: Walmart (similar)
Earrings: (similar)
Sunglasses: Chloe + Isabel
Ballet flats (not shown): Nine West

 

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5 Fall Fashion Essentials

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Fall is here in all its glory. Around here, the weather has been unseasonably warm, but still the leaves are changing and the signs of fall continue to pop up all around us. And our wardrobes, despite the warmer temperatures, are beginning to show the change in seasons.

I love fall fashion. There’s something so cozy and comfortable about the items we tend to wear in fall. Call it “sweater weather” if you will, it’s a perfect blend of crisp morning air and sunshiny afternoon warmth.

For fall, I have a few standby wardrobe items I like to keep in my closet and at the ready for those perfect autumn days.

Here are some of my personal recommendations for fall fashion essentials.

Scarves

Nothing screams fall like a soft, cozy blanket scarf. Besides keeping you snuggly warm on those crisp autumn days, a scarf signals through your personal style that you are ready for the transition in the seasons. Scarves are my own favorite accessories and fall scarves are by far the best!

Here are a few options for stylish scarves that are perfect for fall.

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Boots

A nice pair of boots is not only a stylish option in footwear, but it’s also a great way to keep your feet toasty warm as the weather cools down. High boots, low booties, or something in between—they are all great for completing many fall outfits. Boots of any kind look fabulous with a variety of outfits, whether it’s a skirt with tights or jeans and a sweater.

Try these stylish options for great looking boots.

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Chambray

A chambray shirt is a wardrobe staple for any season, but there’s something about fall that enhances the wearability of a simple chambray button down. If you don’t already own one, go get yourself a nice quality chambray shirt to wear this fall.

 

Here are some to choose from.
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Cardigans

Another wardrobe staple that spans the seasons, a nice cardigan is the perfect transition piece. Cardigans are great for layering on those days in fall which start out cool in the mornings, then warm up by mid afternoon. Every girl should own a few in different colors.

These cardigans are especially nice choices.

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Plaid

Whether it’s a blanket scarf like I mentioned above or a cozy flannel shirt, plaid is the perfect pattern for fall. Something about wearing plaid in fall just somehow feels so authentically autumn.

Get yourself some plaid here. You won’t regret it!

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What are some of your favorite must have wardrobe items for fall? I’d love to hear from you, so please share in the comments below.

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Summer 2017 Lifestyle Favorites

Since starting this blog almost a year ago, each season I have shared a short list of all the things I’m especially loving lately. I really love sharing my lifestyle favorites each season. It’s a fun chance to look over the season and how I’ve passed my time and used my energy.

Since it’s coming to the end of the summer season and fall is just around the corner, it’s time for another lifestyle favorites post.

So, without further ado, here are my lifestyle favorites for summer 2017….

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Podcast—What Should I Read Next?

I’ve recently discovered the delightful world of podcasts. If you’re not listening to podcasts, you should be. There are several I enjoy enough to subscribe to. My favorite of all the podcasts I listen to regularly is “What Should I Read Next?” with Anne Bogel. Anne has a blog and started the podcast as a spinoff of that. If you like book recommendations from a fellow bibliophile as much as I do, you’ll love this podcast. (Just search for “What Should I Read Next” on iTunes.)

Reading

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The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin

I’ve just finished reading this book, and I found it insightful and encouraging. If you’ve ever felt like your life was great but you just weren’t enjoying it as much as you could or should, this book is for you. The basic premise is that the author went on a year long journey to find out what made her happy. What she discovers about herself, and about happiness in general, is fascinating.

Beauty/Personal Care

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Tree Hut Sugar Scrub

I’ve been using the Tree Hut Sugar Scrubs for a while, but I don’t believe I’ve ever mentioned them in one of my favorites list before, so I thought I would now. I love these scrubs. They are perfect for using in the shower. They smell great and really do the job of exfoliating. And the ingredients list isn’t too scary, either, which is always a plus. My current favorite scent is the coconut lime, though the honey almond is lovely, too.

Fashion

Michael Stars Ruana

This scarf/poncho/sarong came in my Fab Fit Fun Summer box. I like the monochromatic gray color scheme—it goes well with a lot of my wardrobe. It’s light and flowy and makes a nice accessory to dress up a simple outfit. I like to wear mine with a plain knit dress or t-shirt and pencil skirt.

Food

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Earl Greyer Tea from The Republic of Tea

I am a huge Republic of Tea fan. I do not get any compensation for talking about them all the time—I just really love their teas. The variety of flavors is impressive and the quality is amazing. Recently, I tried their version of the classic Earl Grey and I loved it. It’s smooth and flavorful with just the right hint of bergamot and orange. It’s especially delicious with a splash of cream and a sprinkle of sugar or stevia.

Home

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Canvas Factory 16”X20” Photo Print Canvas

Last but not least, to wrap up this favorites list, I want to share my recent Canvas Factory print. I love using Canvas Factory to print some of my favorite photos. Their quality is excellent and their customer service is great. The process of designing the canvas is easy and fun. It’s also convenient and the prints always ship quickly. I’ve had a great experience every time I’ve used Canvas Factory.

I just received another photo canvas from them, and I’m so pleased with how it turned out, I just had to add it to my favorites list! This photo canvas is going to look amazing over the sofa in my den. The photo itself has special meaning to me—it is of one of my favorite spots on the Maine coast, a place we love to visit as a family. The room I plan to hang it in has a slightly rustic feel, so it will go perfectly with the design.

It’s giveaway time!

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Recently, the folks at Canvas Factory reached out to me and asked if I would be interested in offering a giveaway to my blog readers (that’s you!). Of course, I said “Yes, please”! You may remember a similar giveaway I hosted a while back. I’m exited to offer one again!

To enter the giveaway to receive your own 16” x 20” canvas print (of a photo of your choice), use the Rafflecopter widget below. This giveaway will run for one week. It is open to those in the U.S. and Canada only.

What have you been loving lately? Leave a comment and let me know what your current favorites are.

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Modest Fashion: Relaxed Nautical

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I love the look of a nautical themed outfit, though I don’t often wear them. A nice breton stripe top with khaki bottom makes for a classy, put together look.

The look I’m sharing with you today is my take on the nautical theme. I wore a light blue striped boatneck top. The top has 3/4 sleeves and a button detail on the shoulders. It’s soft and easy to wear and is perfect to span the seasons between spring and summer or summer and fall.

With the striped top, I wore a knee length khaki skirt. I’ve had this skirt for ages and it gets a lot of use. It is such a classic piece that gives a timeless look to any outfit. A neutral skirt like this is so versatile and easy to pair with just about anything to create myriad looks.

Polka dot navy blue flats finish off this outfit while adding an element of fun. I added some simple jewelry to complete the look. I like how the silver tones of the jewelry highlight the soft blue of the top.

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This outfit is perfect for days when I want to look casual but just a bit more polished. It’s a step up from denim and a tee, but just as comfortable. The relaxed nautical feel of this look makes for effortless, simple style.

What I Wore

Top: Boden (ThredUp—it’s actually a very short dress I wear as a top)
Skirt: Banana Republic (via ThredUp)
Ballet flats: (similar)
Earrings: Chloe & Isabel
Necklace: Kris Nations (came in my Summer Fab Fit Fun box)

 

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Modest Fashion: Dark Denim and Pastel

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Whether it’s presently a trend or not, dark denim always looks classy. A simple dark denim pencil skirt is a wardrobe staple that can be worn with many looks, from casual to dressy. It’s so easy to dress dark denim up or down.

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This week’s modest outfit features a simple dark denim skirt worn with a soft mint green tunic style top. I love wearing pastels, and mint green is one of my favorites. The contrast of the light green with the dark blue of the skirt is quite pleasing to the eye.

(My little corgi decided to join me in this week’s photos. Isn’t she a cutie?)

Because the blouse is a bit sheer, I wore a navy blue tank underneath. I think it lends a nice element of interest and ties in well with the skirt.

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I paired this outfit with my standby navy ballet flats. These shoes get worn a ton! Ballet flats are so versatile and go with such huge variety of looks, from dressy to casual.

My earrings and ring both came from my new favorite jewelry brand, Chloe & Isabel. (No, I am not a stylist for Chloe & Isabel jewelry, nor are they sponsoring this post—I really do absolutely love the jewelry itself!)

Just by changing the top and jewelry, this outfit can go from day to evening and everything in between.

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What I Wore

Skirt: Banana Republic (via ThredUp, or course!)
Blouse: Old Navy (similar)
Tank: Old Navy (similar)
Ballet flats: (similar)
Jewelry: Chloe & Isabel
Handbag: Etienne Aigner (thrifted—similar)

 

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