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4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear

4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear

4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear

 

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

Summer is finally here, and I have styled 4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear. Four affordable and easy-to-wear dresses you’ll wear all summer long. I don’t know about you, but I love a dress I can wear with just sandals or dress it up a bit with accessories. Summer is all about easy wear and effortless style. 

Not only is it easy to style and easy to wear, a factor for summer, but so is a dress you can wear at any age. If you have been following me for a while, I don’t put an age on style. Style is truly what you feel good in. But, these four dresses from Amazon do work for any age. It’s all in how you style them. 

 

 

Cream Tank 3 Tired Dress

4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear

A cream cami strap dress for $24.99 that hits at the knee, is a great basic dress any body type could wear along with any age. I love its almost linen feel, Hides a tummy if you have one and can be worn with or without a little jacket. I’ve styled it with my favorite sandals & bag this summer. 

 

4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear
4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear

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Lace and Cold Should Tee Shirt Dress

4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear

Everyone needs a new little black dress for $25.99 for the summer, and this tee shirt style, cold shoulder, and detailed lace dress is perfect. Another easy-to-wear fits all body types and ages. It hits right above the knee (reminder, I am 5’9 1/2), perfect to wear over a swimsuit or dress it up for a summer date night or lunch with the girls. 

I’ve paired it with neutral accessories, a straw bag, and strap sandals, but you could easily pair it with a pop of color for a different Summer vibe. 

 

4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear
4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear

 

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Floral Printed Cold Shoulder Dress 

4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear

Cold Shoulder Dress with tassel details, flowy ruffled sleeve detail also hits above the knee. A deal at $28.99, Easy fabric to wear, comes in several patterns and colors. It hits at the knee, hides a tummy if you have one, and can be easily styled for vacation or a casual summer day. 

I styled this again with neutral accessories to give that beachy vibe. A  handmade bamboo bag by Cult Gaia

( more affordable version here) or this cute straw bag, Cute gold chain detail clear & neutral slides $29 and straw neutral hoops. 

4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear
4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear
4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear

 

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Strapless Dress with Ruffled Hem

4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear

Little black strapless dress $19.99. I love a good strapless dress. Strapless dresses are easy to throw on over a swimsuit, and you can quickly wear them from the pool to lunch. This dress is a touch see-thru, so I wore a little slip underneath; not necessary if you wear it for a swimsuit cover-up. 

I’ve styled it to wear on a little afternoon date with my hubby—a denim jacket with pearl details for a little more dressed-up feel. I finished off the look with black quilted slides (old). I linked similar HERE. These pearl slides would be adorable, pearl hoop earrings, More affordable hoops here, and a Victoria Emerson cuff.

 

 

4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear
4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear
4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear

 

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Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “4 Summer Dresses From Amazon Any Age Could Wear!” I would love for you to comment below on your favorite style, one, two, three, or four. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own. I only promote brands that I genuinely love and believe in! Thank you for the support! 

 

 

 

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3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set

3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set

 

Hello pretty ladies, I hope you had a great weekend. 

We spent the weekend in Park City for Father’s Day, as my hubby wanted a little getaway. It was nice to relax and have a slight change of pace. Don’t you love a weekend getaway? 

Today, I want to share a great Amazon find: two-piece tropical printed short set. So affordable at $29 for both pieces and comes in several prints and color choices.

Short sets are having a big “moment” right now, and I am here for it.

A short set is also an excellent option for a getaway because you can create multiple looks by packing a couple of extra pieces. 

I created three different outfits for you with this two-piece set. Easy to create, easy to pack, and perfect for the pool, lunch, shopping, and date night. 

3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set

3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set

Style Amazon Short set  Way #1

This two-piece Amazon short set was styled by just using the two pieces, A kimono, and shorts. This look is easily accomplished by adding A bodysuit or tank top, cute sandals (I am wearing Tory Burch Millers), a straw bag, and Fun tropical earrings.

Easy outfit look for vacation, site seeing, shopping, and even worn over a bathing suit to the pool.

3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set
3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set

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3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set

Style Amazon Short set  Way#2

Outfit number two was created with the shorts from the two-piece set. Paired with a black blazer, the same Spanx bodysuit, and accessorized with Black open-toed Vince Camuto booties, a leather clutch, and finished off with gold jewelry. 

The blazer gives the printed shorts a more polished look and takes this look to Summer chic versus summer vacation. Outfit number two is one of my favorite looks for summer. 

Outfit number two is a look you could wear to work, wear on a date night or have cocktails with the girls. 

 

3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set
3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set
3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set

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3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set

Style Amazon Short set Way #3

Outfit number three was created with the Kimon from the set, paired with Spanx black shorts and the same Spanx bodysuit. It was created by accessorizing with Cognac Tory Burch Millers and a cognac vegan hobo bag by Social Thread. With jewelry to finish off the look. 

This look could be perfect for brunch/ shopping with the girls, a coffee meeting, running errands, and casual dinner. 

 

3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set
3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set

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Taking Short sets on vacation

Packing short sets on vacation is a smart packing tip! It helps you to pack less, mix and match made easy, and it allows you to create a color pallet. Creating a color pallet for travel is a great tip to make packing easier. More packing tips on this blog post:  Soma has all you need to pack for a Summer getaway.

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “3 Ways To Style Amazon Short Set!” I would love for you to comment below on your favorite style, one, two, or three. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own. I only promote brands that I genuinely love and believe in! Thank you for the support! 

 

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10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother

10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother

10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother

10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother

Hello, pretty ladies,

Today, I am bringing you a style right up my alley! Have you heard the phrase “Coastal Grandmother”? I shared a little bit about it on my Instagram over the last couple of months, and on Wednesday, I showcased a fun reel of several outfits to give a little preview of the style we were also talking about on our Chit Chat Chic Live for Wednesday night. View HERE

I hope you enjoy my “coastal grandmother” take with 10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother Vibe.

10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother

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“Coastal Grandmother”

It’s a vibe…. not an age, and no grandkids are required. And Everything about it is just “GOOD”! The coastal grandmother is a “coin Phrase” for a classic coastal look that’s been in style forever. 

Are you a Nancy Meyers movie lover who loves cooking and drinking a glass of wine while doing so and who loves an Ina Garten recipe? Do you enjoy chic interiors, fresh flowers, and a good recipe, and don’t miss a farmers market?
What about Wearing breezy Neutrals, loose lines & Gauze, and a touch of stripes? Straw hats and large bags? The Diane Keaton vibe in “Somethings gotta give.”

10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother

You Might be a Coastal Grandmother!

Do you love it? You are a #coastalgrandma. This phrase is all about the vibe, not the age….
I’ve been a coastal grandma my whole life😂😂😂 #oldsoul. I am sharing ways to style this easy classic look and some tips for creating your “coastal grandmother wardrobe!” with classic pieces you’ll wear for years. 

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10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother
linen & Gauze
10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother
Neutral fabrics
10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother
a touch of Stripe

Extra pieces that bring this look to life!

The “coastal style” is part of the “Coastal grandma” vibe. Coastal style must-haves are a cozy knit cardigan, straw hats, large beach bags (perfect for holding flowers and a bottle of wine), Crisp button white shirts with a popped collar, easy-to-wear sandals, or white tennis shoes. A touch of chambray or light denim adds to the look. These are all pieces that make this style classic. Keep in mind this is an easy-breezy “beachy” style. Easy to wear and will never go out of style. It might just get a new “coin phrase.” 

 Linen Pants Shop below:

 

 

 Button-up tops shop below:

 

 

 

 Straw Bags  shop below

 

 

Shop Straw Hats below:

 

 

10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother
long cardigan, touch stripes
10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother
gauze dress, straw hat
10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother
neutrals and loose fit

Shop the three looks below:

 

Outfit #1. Shop HERE

#2 Outfit Shop HERE

Outfit #3 Shop HERE

 

10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother

Want to Shop this look? See below:

 

 

 

10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother

 

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10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother

Shop this easy Coastal outfit. 

 

The Chit Chat Chic girls joined me in Sharing a blog post on “Summer Fashion.” See what Cammi, Lisa, Michelle, and Cindy Shared for Summer. You’ll want to pop over to their blogs, links below:

Cindy= LuLuloves7

Lisa’s= Coast2coast

Michelle= Poised Petite 

Cammi=Cammie’s Happy Place

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “10 Outfits Inspired By Coastal Grandmother” I would love for you to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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The Elvis Sandwich: Grilled Peanut Butter & Banana

The Elvis Sandwich: Grilled Peanut Butter & Banana Sandwich

The Elvis Sandwich: Grilled Peanut Butter & Banana

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Today, I am sharing The recipe & How to make Elvis’s Favorite Sandwich, On Good Things Utah, for a promotion for the upcoming Elvis movie. So, my first time, I’ll be sharing a recipe on tv. However, I am used to sharing fashion, so I might be slightly nervous this time. (Wish me luck!)  

If you follow me on Instagram, you know I share recipes and cooking in my stories. I love to cook for my family and share it with my followers. 

A funny thing…My hubby the other day made a peanut butter and banana sandwich, and I said, “oh, you’re making the Elvis sandwich!” He said, “what?” Ben had no idea that was Elvis’s favorite Sandwich! He said, “how do you know that?” I told him I had heard it years ago when I was a kid and never forgot it. My mom adored Elvis. I am sure it was her that said something. It’s a southern thing!

Now, Elvis liked his Sandwich grilled and made with a lot of butter and even bacon fat! So I am making it without the bacon fat and a little less butter! But feel free to make it the Elvis way!

Elvis Movie

Watch the Tv Segment on Good Things Utah

The Elvis Sandwich: Grilled Peanut Butter & Banana

The Recipe: 

Elvis Presley’s Fried Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich 

Two slices of white bread

2 tablespoons butter

1 small ripe banana mashed

2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

 

Directions

  • Place two pieces of white bread in the toaster on a light setting. Heat skillet over medium heat with two tablespoons of butter. While the bread is toasting, in a small bowl, using a fork, mash the ripe banana until it reaches a smooth consistency. Using a knife, take both pieces of the toasted bread and spread two tablespoons of creamy peanut butter, topping one side with the mashed banana. Place one slice of bread on top of the other, forming a sandwich. Place sandwich in a hot skillet, browning each side and flipping with a spatula for about 2 minutes per side. Take out of the skillet, slice on a diagonal, and serve on a plate.

Tip: This would be good drizzles with warm chocolate or honey. This Sandwich is warm, delicious, and gooey. You might want to eat it with a fork.

The Elvis Sandwich: Grilled Peanut Butter & Banana
The Elvis Sandwich: Grilled Peanut Butter & Banana
The Elvis Sandwich: Grilled Peanut Butter & Banana

Elvis upcoming Movie

FROM WARNER BROTHERS PICTURES COMES VISIONARY DIRECTOR BAZ LUHRMANN’S HIGHLY ANTICIPATED BIG-SCREEN SPECTACLE, ELVIS. 
AUSTIN BUTLER LIGHTS UP THE SCREEN AS THE LARGER-THAN-LIFE ICON ELVIS PRESLEY, ALONGSIDE TOM HANKS AS HIS INFAMOUS MANAGER, COLONEL TOM PARKER.
SPANNING THREE DECADES, LUHRMANN’S DRAMA TAKES AUDIENCES FROM MEMPHIS TO LAS VEGAS AND ALL STOPS IN BETWEEN.
THE FILM’S SOUNDTRACK FEATURES CLASSIC ELVIS HITS AS WELL AS REINVENTED VERSIONS FROM SOME OF TODAY’S HOTTEST ARTISTS, INCLUDING GRAMMY WINNER DOJA CAT.
SEE ELVIS ONLY IN THEATERS 
JUNE 24TH


I will be attending the VIP movie Premier on Tuesday and will give you a little review.

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “The Elvis Sandwich: Grilled Peanut Butter & Banana”  You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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Soma Has All You Need to Pack For A Summer Getaway

Soma Has All You Need to Pack For A Summer Getaway

Soma Has All You Need to Pack For A Summer Getaway

Hello pretty ladies, I have a Fashion segment today on ABC’s Good Things Utah, View Live HERE starting at 10 am mnt. time.

With the First day of Summer Around the corner…I thought it would be fun to Share Stylish and easy clothes for packing…Soma, Has all you need to Pack Up & look stylish for that weekend’s Summer getaway.

Soma is one-stop shopping for all your needs from undergarments, loungewear, workout gear, pj’s, swimsuits, and summer dresses. I bet you didn’t even know they had all of these items? 

Not only do they have all these items, but they also make the best for traveling in style and for packing lightly. I am going to show you how. Make sure to tune in, the link above works for out-of-state as well. Here are the-show links to view at any time. 

GTU TV Segment 

Soma Has All You Need to Pack For A Summer Getaway

Tips on packing light & stylish:-

Packing for a weekend can be daunting And overwhelming, not to mention over-packing. A great way to avoid over-packing is to pack items that mix and match well. Along with items that serve a couple of purposes.

For instance, Soma Soft Wrap can be worn as loungewear, a lightweight jacket over a dress or paired with jeans, or with your workout wear. You could even use it as a bathing suit cover-up. 

The Soma Cotton gauze robe could be worn as a robe, bathing suit cover, and as a duster pair with jeans and a tank. 

Packing items that can serve a dual purpose really helps keep packing easier and lighter.

Tip 2

Packing everything in a color theme really helps, with packing fewer shoes (which saves a ton of weight and space.) Also helps coordinate and minimize the jewelry and accessories. Along with helping with the above tip, things mix and match better. 

Soma Has All You Need to Pack For A Summer Getaway

Did you know Soma makes clothing? 

Soma not only has the best bras and undergarments, But they also carry a wide variety of High-quality clothing and great prices. The styles are always on-trend, have great fabrics, and fit well. 

Pj’s and robes

 

 

Workout gear

 

 

Loungewear

 

 

Swimsuits and cover-ups

 

 

Dresses

 

 

 

They have the Best clothing for travel!

Soma Has All You Need to Pack For A Summer Getaway

-Cover all your weekend needs in one little suitcase. From working out to heading to dinner, Pieces you’ll look cute and stylish all weekend, Soma clothing travels well, and Mix and matches pieces to create different looks with packing less.

-Look chic all weekend long from loungewear, Swimsuits, to activewear and dresses

 

-Dresses with built-in bras and most have Pockets

Soma Has All You Need to Pack For A Summer Getaway
Navy floral
Soma Has All You Need to Pack For A Summer Getaway
Gingham
Soma Has All You Need to Pack For A Summer Getaway
One shoulder

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Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “Soma Has All You Need to Pack For A Summer Getaway!” I would love for you to comment on your favorite item below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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May’s 11 Best Sellers You’ll Want Too

May’s 11 Best Sellers You’ll Want Too

May's 11 Best Sellers You'll Want Too

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Can you believe May is over, and we are saying hello to June? I sure can’t. As I have been saying, the months keep flying by, and the Summer month seems to fly by the fastest. So hold on, we will be flying fast these next couple of months.

Doing a recap of the month’s best sellers, I have found you have been enjoying it. It’s fun for me to see what you have been liking. This helps me to know what to share with you. I also owe you a thank you, as shopping my links on my blog and social media allows me to earn a tiny commission at no cost to you. I appreciate you helping to support my small business. 

 

11 Best Sellers

Target crossbody – An excellent bag for Summer Travel

Peepers – A New Spring design

Isle paradise – A great self Tanner, easy to use, and great color.

Leopard tote– A great Summer bag on Sale

Soma’s perfect cover bra– My Favorite Bra

Josselyn sandals – A great sandal that goes with everything

Spanx on-the-go shorts– Shorts that flatter you’ll wear all summer long.

Rachael hoodie dress– The cutest sweatshirt dress, comfy and chic

Pillow Talk Highlighter – A beautiful pallet by Charlotte Tilbury 

Free People Perfect mom shorts– Perfect denim shorts you’ll wear on repeat

Bodysuit– The perfect bodysuit with a built-in bra

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Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways
Spanx Short
14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE
Spanx Short
Bodysuit & Sandal

12 Beauty Items to Shop the Spring Sephora Sale
Highlighter
14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE
Free people shorts
12 Beauty Items to Shop the Spring Sephora Sale
Self Tanner

What makes a Best Seller?

Want to know how an item makes a best seller? It Is as easy as it sounds. It is the item that sells well on my blog or social media channels. So you, my followers, make purchases of things you like, and I pick the top 10 to 12 of that month’s top purchased items. Favorites, if you will.

 

The Top Selling Item 3 months in a row!

The Josselyn sandals have been a top seller every month since I started sharing them at the end of February! These are one of my favorite pairs of shoes. They are comfy and stylish and go with everything from flares to Summer dresses. So flattering! Made by Sam Edelman, they are not cheap shoes, but you’ll wear them for years.

 

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “May’s 11 Best Sellers You’ll Want Too!” I would love for you to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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5 Items To Freshen Up Your Summer Wardrobe

5 Items To Freshen Up Your Summer Wardrobe

5 Items To Freshen Up Your Summer Wardrobe

Hello Pretty ladies,

Can you believe we are at the end of May already? The first day of Summer is right around the corner. I am sharing 5 items that will freshen up the Summer pieces you loved last year. Accessories are the easiest way to update a wardrobe. Whether you purchase trendy or classic pieces, new accessories add to finishing off a look. Here are my favorite 5 Summer accessories. Unique earrings, a good pair of sandals, sunglasses, a new summer hat, and a great Summer bag. 

5 Summer Accessories 

Summer Earrings

Earrings are a great refresher to a wardrobe any time of the year. But here are a few of the ones I’ve purchased and am loving. First, you’ll notice several hoop earring styles. This is, of course, my favorite, but because hoop earrings go with so many hairstyles and face shapes.

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Summer Sandals

Who doesn’t want a new pair of shoes? Adding in a Fun summer trendy sandal always helps update your summer wardrobe. But, You know I am a big advocate for building a classic wardrobe and adding in a few stylish pieces every season. So, here I am sharing the traditional and on-trend sandals I have purchased this season. You’ll notice a lot of nude options. Nude sandals go with everything and elongate the legs.

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Chic Sunglasses

Sunglasses are a must year-round, but there’s something about a great new pair of sunnies to go with your summer looks and to look chic poolside. Here are a few of my favorite trendy and classic styles.

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Summer Hats

You know I am a hat girl, and I wear them all year round, ALL the time. But, there is something about an excellent Summer hat that does finish off a summer look. It gives an outfit a completely different vibe! And I am here for it. Here are a few of my all-time favorite Summer hats, along with the couple I purchased this year. 

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Summer Bags

Whether your head to lunch with the girls or going to sit poolside, adding a summer bag or two to your wardrobe really is a must. Something about the straw, wicker, fabric, and the airy bags of Summer that transforms even the most uncomplicated summer look, of shorts and a tank, a tee shirt dress, or cropped jeans and a tee. The Bag finishes off the look and can up the game. Below are some of my picks this year. 

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The Chit Chat Chic girls joined me in Sharing a blog post on Summer Fashion Essentials. See what Lisa, Michelle, and Cindy Shared. You’ll want to pop over to their blogs, links below:

Cindy= LuLuloves7

Lisa’s= Coast2coast

Michelle= Poised Petite 

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “5 Items To Freshen Up Your Summer Wardrobe!” I would love for you to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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What’s in my Beach Bag

What’s in my Beach Bag

What’s in my Beach Bag

Hello Pretty ladies,

If you caught Wednesday’s Chit chat chic live, you know we shared about our beach bags and what we like to take along with us to the beach, pool, or lake.

Now that the boys are grown, it looks slightly different than the oversized sand-proof totes and all the toys and essentials. The one big plus to midlife is you only have to take what you want/need and maybe think of my hubby. So with that said, I am sharing items I have taken in my bag on vacation.

 

The Beach Bag

This bag from WHBM is now on SALE, and I am telling you, YOU want it! It holds a ton, is sturdy, and oh so fun with its leopard print and large straw tassel.

 

 

The Cup

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I am a huge Ice tea and water drinker. And if I am poolside/waterside, I will also have a cocktail… so, yes.. you could find me with three cups at the pool🥤🍹😂Here are the cups we own and take along⬇️

 

 

 

Sun Hat

You know I am a hat girl✔️, And I have some favorite Summer hats I wear year after year. I like they stay on my head and cover my face from the sun. Lack of color and Gigi pip are my go-to brands for styling and excellent quality hats.

 

 

 

The Towel

I am a little picky about my beach/ pool towels. I have always liked having them all match to keep track of them. Also, I  Like them oversized and very fluffy. I love the Pottery Barn towels and the classic black and white stripe. 

 

The Suntan lotion

Suntan lotion and browning lotion, I love the Tula suntan lotion for my face, Sun bum for my body, and browning lotion for my legs to help get a golden brown tan. 

 

 

SunGlasses

Great sunglasses are a must for poolside or beach days, and I love to have a pair of sunglasses that can also serve as readers. Peepers created just that. Two in one. Below are the pairs I have and use. 

 

 

 

Books and Tunes

Who doesn’t love a good Summer read and some tunes? I sure do, and below are a few of my past books I’ve loved reading poolside, along with how we listen to some tunes. We love the JBL speaker. It’s waterproof, Bluetooth, and lightweight, which gives off a great sound. Apple eye buds are great if needing to be personal versus music for a group.

 

 

Extra’s 

Below is a few other bag essentials, I always have In my bag, a face mist by Tula, the Tula I balm, A couple of Coola Suncare products. and my favorite Havana flip-flops. 

 

 

More Beach Bags

 

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “What’s in my Beach Bag  I would love for you to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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14 Essentials for Spring Wardrobe Capsule

14 Essentials for Spring Wardrobe Capsule

14 Essentials for Spring Wardrobe Capsule

 

Hello Pretty ladies, 

Choosing the correct wardrobe basics for building a capsule or Spring wardrobe can be tricky for some people. So I thought I would help take the stress away and share my easy 14 essentials for building a Spring wardrobe capsule. These 14 pieces will help you create a beautiful and timeless Spring and Summer wardrobe. A bounce is these pieces make for a perfect and easy packing list for traveling light. 

 

14 Essentials for Spring Wardrobe Capsule

14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE
Spanx Short
14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE
Free people shorts

1. Good pair of mom shorts =I love these Free People|denim shorts. You can style so many ways. And these Spanx Shorts|and these Spanx shorts. If you were only to own two pairs of shorts, it would be these two pairs.

 

 

2. Teeshirt Dress= is the perfect comfy Spring essential that you can wear anywhere, travels well, and can be styled in so many ways. I Love these HERE| HERE | HERE

 

 

 

3. Cardigans= from spring days to Summer nights, a lightweight cardigan is a Spring Essential you need to take the chill off and add a cute layer to your outfit. I love these |HERE| HERE| HERE

 

 

 

 

14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE

4. Blazers= Chic Up every outfit with a blazer, whether you pair it with shorts, jeans, or wide-leg cropped pants or layer over a dress. You seriously need a blazer. Here are a few of my favorites HERE| HERE | HERE| HERE 

 

 

 

 

5. Linen pants = The perfect Summer pant would have to be linen pants. They say coastal, with a beachy feel. Styled with a tee/tank and denim jacket can take you from shopping to brunch. Effortless and chic for Spring. My favorite pairs are HERE|HERE

 

 

6. Bodysuit= Makes for a perfect layered look and no bulk. I love these bodysuits with built-in bras.

 

 

 

7. Favorite tee =I love this white one and these Graphic Tees

 

 

 

14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE
14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE

8. Button up chambray or White Gauze | Linen| Stripe = Perfect to wear over a dress, paired with shorts or linen pants. Worn open with bodysuit under or worn buttoned up 1/2 tucked in. You really can go wrong with a good button-up. 

 

 

9. Maxi dress= I love this Soma| Maxi with Built-in Bra or This Evereve dress| Dress them up or wear casual to the beach.

 

 

 

10. Wide-leg Cropped pant= These Spanx Wide-leg cropped pants are chic and easy to wear and style. A more affordable pair are these Risen Wide-leg cropped denim. I love that you can style these with ease, from a tee shirt and cardigan to a button-up and denim jacket.

 

 

11. A great Summer bag= Every Spring outfit needs a significant bag to polish the look off. “They say the accessories make the outfit,” and it’s true. Accessories can make a plain outfit into a wow outfit. Think of it as a statement piece. My spring bag My Picks are HERE|HERE| HERE|HERE

 

 

 

 

14 ESSENTIALS FOR SPRING WARDROBE CAPSULE

12. Denim jacket= A denim jacket is a wardrobe staple. A denim jacket is a piece you will wear year-round and is the layering piece that can completely change an outfit from blah to chic. Here are my go-to Denim jackets. HERE|HERE|HERE

 

 

 

 13. Nude Sandal= A nude shoe is always a great choice. It’s a shoe that elongates the leg and goes with everything. Here are my top 4 Nude sandals to complete your Spring & Summer outfits. HERE|HERE|HERE|HERE 

 

 

14. Hoop Earrings = A hoop earring looks great on everyone, looks great with multiple hairstyles, and finishes off an outfit. A classic earring style and my favorite. Here are my five go-to Hoop earrings that I wear weekly. HERE| HERE| HERE|HERE|HERE

 

 

 

The Chit Chat Chic girls joined me in Sharing a blog post on Spring Fashion Essentials. See what Cammi, Lisa, Michelle, and Cindy Shared. You’ll want to pop over to their blogs, links below:

Cindy= LuLuloves7

Lisa’s= Coast2coast

Michelle= Poised Petite 

Cammi=Cammie’s Happy Place

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “14 Essentials for Spring Wardrobe Capsule”  I would love to comment below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

 

Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

Hello pretty ladies, 

Hoping you had a beautiful Mother’s day. I took the day off social media. No Mother’s day tribute to my mom or about being a mom. I love taking the time to do a good tribute and read all of the tributes being posted. But, yesterday, I just wanted to keep my phone put away. I know you, sweet ladies understand that. 

I shared these great shorts by Spanx on Saturday over on my Instagram. “Styled two ways.” I realized that would make for a great quick styling blog post. On the go, 6-inch inseam Spanx shorts fit amazing, are a perfect length for moms and midlifers (if you like your legs), are a flattering fit, and are easy to style from casual to date night. 

Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways
Casual Style
Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways
Great for Travel

Casual Chic Styling

The casual Chic styling above is perfect for a Chic Casual look
That you can wear almost anywhere… From shopping with the girls, traveling, and brunch, These will definitely be part of my weekly Summer staple ✔️  I love a good stripe shirt and denim jacket look. This has a Parisian feel, with that bit of pop of leopard on the messenger bag strap, adding just a touch of extra print detail. 

 

Shop the Look below:

 

 

 

Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

Spanx isn’t just Shapewear.

Spanx doesn’t just design shapewear anymore. They have a full line of very figure-flattering clothing, from sportswear to dresses. I have been sharing their pieces every season for a while with you as I am a Spanx Partner, which gives me a slight advantage at sharing the Brand New releases just a little bit earlier. 

Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways
Spanx Short
Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways
Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

Dressed up short, Styling.

Spanx shorts dressed up, this classic black short, is so easy to dress up for a date night, Summer bridal shower, or even a business lunch meeting, depending on how you style them. I wore a fancier top (lace over black bodice top shown here) paired with pearl accessories and a dressier summer sandal. But you could easily wear them with a blazer and heels with a dressy button-up or blouse. The possibilities are truly endless.

Shop the Dressier look below:

 

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post.   “Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways”  I hope I inspired you to try Spanx shorts and play with Styling them. I would love for you to leave a comment below. You can also find me on: Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

 

 

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D’Arcy

D'Arcy
Welcome to my blog, Where I share Fashion and lifestyle over 40. A Former Clothing Boutique owner, Interior designer by Trade! Boy mom, Sharing Tips, DIY’s, Recipes, Home inspiration, Ways to style what you own and create ways to look & feel stylish at any age! I love a good deal and I adore luxury! I share how I mix both. While sneaking in Chats about midlife issues. Midlife Now, isn’t what it was for our moms!
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I don’t know about you but I love a full service S I don’t know about you but I love a full service Selfcare day✔️

I am 54 and feel like I could have them weekly🤣🤣 Wouldn’t that be a dream..

 A weekly blow out
- manicure 
-pedicure 
- Mini facial
A yummy drink and some shopping… sign me up!

Ok back to reality, I am happy to head to @nailed.boutique for my monthly Selfcare day and thrilled I can do it all in one stop✔️

You can too✔️ If  you live in Utah or come to visit✔️

You’ll love their  top notch services and friend staff… 

Not to mention NO drills or dust! They also have clean beauty nail polish options✔️

Make your appointment today… 
What’s your favorite selfcare service?

I’ll go first I love a great foot & leg rub❤️

#nailed #nailedboutique #saltlake #utahinfluencer
🌸I am 54 and these Affordable Summer Sets & Sunni 🌸I am 54 and these 
Affordable Summer Sets & Sunnies &
Sandals are a must this Summer..

Perfect for errands, travel and great for watching and running around with grand kids✔️

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This cute comfy bold strip set comes in several colors, is soft and easy to wear, fits tts 

Like the $900  version….
Sandals are so good and under $60 comes in a couple colors tts & comfortable 

The sunnies come in a two pack under $14

Vegan leather tote under $100
One of my most used bags for over 5 years

The hydrating lipstick balms are so good and going viral- wearing English Rose
Clean beauty

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Don’t like to show your arms? I’ve got the perfec Don’t like to show your arms?

I’ve got the perfect pretty white dress for you….

Summer outfit Inspiration- perfect for Brunch, a baby shower, friends Anniversary party, vacation dinner etc

-White dress
Eyelet tie waist white dress fully lined with pockets and I have A DISCOUNT CODE for YOU!  In link

-Think of all the ways you can style this cutie all season long and achieve different looks.  Dress down with a flat sandal, make it western with cowboy boots, take it on vacation with wedges or espadrilles and a straw bag…

Do you like to show your arms or prefer not to?

How I styled it… For church then brunch:

-Turquoise chunky statement necklace 
-Turquoise beaded hoops

-Hobo leather clutch in turquoise 
(I love the pop of color) 

-Inez nude cross knot detail kitten heal- so very comfortable and a perfect height - A go with everything shoe

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Drop it like it’s HOT…. Balancing Menopause and m Drop it like it’s HOT….

Balancing Menopause and midlife can be tricky✔️

From weight gain, mood swings, sleepless nights, dry skin and lady parts, hair loss, eyesight issues, bone loss to personal summers (hot flashes)….. 

Boy hitting 40-50-60’s sounds fun 😅🤣 Actually, it really isn’t that bad, and life is what you make of it, Plus  getting old is a privilege….

In today’s time, we’re lucky because menopause is a Topic WE TALK about NOW, and we have more information and resources to HELP us, unlike our mothers.

Not everyone has every symptom nor do they experience every symptom. 

This is a topic I’ve shared a lot about over on my blog and in future more on my substack (join for free in my bio) 

Below ⬇️ are a few things I’ve found very helpful from my journey over the last 10 years to now, starting at about 44 years old.

-A Homeopathic Hormone replacement specialist- I went at 44 when I gained 12-15 pounds for no reason, had hair loss and wasn’t feeling like myself and went on Bio- identical hormone replacement for about 4 years and the weight feel off and I started to feel like myself again. I stopped I. 2020 due to not being able to get to doctors.. 

-Start a good clean supplement program (not a Doctor) but here’s what helped me.
Magnesium- zinc- Vitamin D3- vitamin K 
-a good women’s multivitamin - 
B-12 shots- Collagen- Colostrum- bone marrow- probiotic, a cranberry supplement and - creatine - NAD- primrose (I have a few others I take as well) full list is on blog 

- Doubled my water intake - (140-160 oz a day) added Fiber- chia seeds- pinch of salt to it … (I do 1/2 teaspoon baking soda twice a week) 

-Daily walks and I added a weighted vest about 4 years ago 

-A cup of warm lemon water to start the day 

- I shoot  for 100 grams of protein daily (I don’t always get this) I just try to get close

-Scalp treatments - Rosemary oil and rosemary supplements 

- Coolnight pjs and cooling sheets  I don’t get or experience hot flashes, but sleeping cooler help me sleep better❤️

- cleansing oil & after Shower oil help with dry skin

-Red light therapy mask helps facial skin and neck

- Derma-planing face helps skin texture and for products to sink in
Melanoma Skin Cancer Journey Here’s a couple thi Melanoma Skin Cancer Journey 

Here’s a couple things I’ve learned on my Journey that I thought I’d share with you I found interesting and very helpful..
 ( now, I am not a doctor) these are things I’ve researched and though I’d share my findings, but you can do your own research :) 

I share in hopes to bring awareness and the importance of getting your skin checked at least once a year.

‼️ 2 things:

-The importance of taking zinc— zinc supplements helps your body give off a natural defense to the suns rays.

⚠️ Like anything I need to stress how important it is to read your labels and start using clean Supplements.  You want to get what you’re paying for and not “fillers” verses the actual minerals and herbs.

- A clean beauty mineral based 
Sunscreen with a high level of Zinc! READ your labels and the ingredientsll

MOST sunscreens have harmful ingredients and hormone disruptors in them! I have 5 brands I love that me and my family use  over on my Liketoknowit or you can comment “shop” and I’ll send them to you.

To know:

⚠️ I get my skin checked twice a year and since being diagnosed with melanoma, I now go every 3 months.

Since my surgeries, I’ve had 2 laser’s treatments to help with scaring (shown in slide 2 is my 2nd surgery) done 6 weeks ago.
I actually should have my 3rd laser done this week, but I moved it to July 1st. 

To be honest I really am not in the head space to deal with another treatment this week! 🙏🏻 I told you I’d be very honest with you in this journey, and it is a roller coaster of emotions… Laser treatments sometimes trigger that for me.

- Laser treatment can be done every 6 weeks

⚠️I have 6 parts of my journey up in my feed, 3 of them pinned to top the others you’ll have to scroll through feed and I have detailed highlights as well. 

I hope you find these helpful

Have any questions you can dm me or leave a comment ⬇️ below.

Happy Monday pretty Lady, and may you
Have a week full of sunshine and gods blessings.

Midlife health journey/ skin cancer journey/ facial skin cancer/ over 50/ facial scars/ sharing life over 50/ cancer warrior
POV: The Turkey sandwiches I make All summer long POV:
The Turkey sandwiches I make All summer long my family loves🥪

Not your ordinary Turkey, Avocado, tomato sandwiche🥪🥑🍅

First off the Key to these delicious sandwiches is warm crusty bread straight from the oven yet soft on the inside..

My tip is a French baguette ran under water (a tip my Mother in law taught me 33 years ago) placed in the oven for 5-7 minutes- seriously, makes it like you made it fresh… 

-Boards head spicy pepper Turkey freshly sliced from the deli
- Farm Fresh Tomatoes salt & peppered 
-Micro greens (or sprouts) 
- Peppered jack cheese (or your favorite)
-My Smashed Avocado spread 

Full recipe on my blog

A perfect summer meal to serve alfresco🪴🍽️
 
Serve with your favorite sides 
I served with my :
-Basil corn salad 
- a small charcuterie board
- my easy Blue cheese stuffed grape on a walnut appetizer

 A long  with your choice of sun tea - cucumber mint water or  a sparking water 🥤🍃

All Recipes on my blog ✔️

#recipe/ summer recipes/ family favorites/ entertaining/ summer style/ midlife/ dining alfresco/ turkey sandwich
Summer Forecasts: Slowness & 90% chance of … Bike Summer Forecasts:
Slowness & 90% chance of …

Bike rides- BackYard Gardening- Brunching outdoors 🚲🪴🍽️

3 B’s I can get behind…
I also love beaches, Butter and Beautiful things… 

Follow along for All my favorite things I think you’ll love too❤️❤️❤️

Flowers-entertaining-Recipes-gardening 
-home decor- Tablescapes-Home dates- fashion and beauty….

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What I wore on our 7 day Road trip✔️ —Desserts and What I wore on our 7 day Road trip✔️
—Desserts and Pools—

I just found the best travel wardrobe from Amazon✔️

I used it to create 6 Outfits 

Styled with Amazon Set & Pieces for the Perfect Summer Capsule mix and match add in a few Favorites.
 
Accessories & nobody would ever#guess these looks were so affordable. 

I Love mixing affordable trending pieces with wardrobe staples for a put together and chic look.
 

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🚗Road Trip —Desserts and Pools—🌴🌊🌵🏜️🌺 Last leg of 🚗Road Trip
—Desserts and Pools—🌴🌊🌵🏜️🌺

Last leg of trip…2 days in Las Vegas

- A couple days poolside 
- A couple meals out
-Some shopping (just a little) 
- and yes, we had early nights in…

We’ve been to LV so many times, that we actually don’t enjoy it any more, it’s changed so much over the years, that we actually prefer to have pool time (eat at pool) stay close or at our hotel… Walking the strip is more scary then fun, and the restaurants aren’t what they used to be… people watching isn’t even fun anymore there:(

Lately, We just think of LV as a resting point before we drive the 6-7 long hours home. 

Over the years I’ve shared several amazing LV hotels, restaurants and shopping spots…. Some of those are still good, but several have gotten run down and aren’t the same.  I honestly don’t feel safe in LV and probably won’t have that be a resting point anymore. 

If you’re a gambler or like shows … then LV probably still has appeal, People don’t dress up anymore, the top quality restaurants & hotels aren’t what they used to be, and over priced for what you get. (Trust me we’ve stayed at almost all of the resort’s multiple times) 
I personally think there’s better places to visit. 

😉This is my observation and opinion over the last several times & years we’ve been to Lv. 

How do you feel about Las Vegas?
Have you been recently? 

Sorry, not sorry for my honest review!

#roadtripping #lasvegasnevada #honestreview #pooltimefun #midlife
Road Trip Day 6 —Palm Springs🌴— —Started the day Road Trip Day 6

—Palm Springs🌴—

—Started the day with grabbing a must have coffee or tea from koffie☕️ A must stop

— Pool time for a little bit before later Brunch (we’ll go back to pool after)

— Brunch at FARM🍋‍🟩🍴🍃 It’s a beautiful restaurant off 111 in Downtown Palm Springs with gorgeous outdoor patios, stunning English & French gardens and delicious food☕️🥗🥪🥑 
Great cocktails and a fun dining experience. 

— You can stroll downtown & shop, check out the sidewalk stars 

— we’re off to the pool🌊🌴

—Late afternoon & Early  Evening off to view  a fun garden spot and then a cocktail & light dinner a a fun a casual  Restaurant/Bar @boozehoundsps 

Come back tomorrow as we head to Las Vegas for our final destination before we head home🚗🌵🏜️🪇🌺🌴🌊

Deserts and pools road trip

Do you have a favorite stop in Palm Springs? Drop it below ⬇️ 

 
My outfits are linked over on my Liketoknowit or comment “Shop” and which outfit and I get you links. 
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#palmspringsstyle #midlifestyle #roadtripping #coupletrip
Day 5 Road tripping 🚗🌵🌺☀️🌸🍋‍🟩🌶️🏜️ Desserts & Pool Day 5

Road tripping 🚗🌵🌺☀️🌸🍋‍🟩🌶️🏜️
Desserts & Pool Trip
4 States

Palm Springs, California 🌴🌴🌴

-Started day with a bike ride🚲
-Day at the Pool 🌊
-late lunch Early dinner at Norma’s (A must for Brunch-lunch or  dinner everything is always so good! There Cinnamon donuts and lemon curd & whipped cream is so good 🍋🍩
-You can’t go to Palm Springs and not go shopping 🛍️ The Gardens on El Paseo located in PALM Desert 🌴
-Best spicy Margarita on the trip so Far  on El Paseo @ 
-Ended the evening visiting my Bestie Danielle with a 4 hour chat at her potential new desert home🌴❤️

We’ve been going to Palm Springs for over 35 years, it’s one of our favorite places🌴 If you have any questions or need recommendations dm me. 

Stay tuned for tomorrows PS adventures 🌴

My outfits are linked over on Liketoknowit or comment shop and I’ll send you the links to shop🛍️

#palmspringsstyle #roadtopro #midlife #midlifestyle
Road Trip🚗 Day 4 Itinerary 🌴☀️🌺🌵🌸🌊 Driving to P Road Trip🚗

Day 4 Itinerary 
🌴☀️🌺🌵🌸🌊

Driving to Palm Springs, Ca. 
4 hours from Mesa, Az

—Walked the grounds 🌴🌺🌊
To stretch and move our body after drive. So beautiful and perfect weather.
(We left early in Am to enjoy a full day PS

-Headed for a full day at the Pool 🌴☀️

-Got ready and headed to one of our favorite “locals favorite”  Mexican restaurants @m  so yummy and of course I had to have a margarita 🪇🌶️

(I realized I forgot to get a photo of what I wore to dinner and to the street fair)  I am a horrible influencer 😉😂
I wore a strapless linen sundress and slide sandals✔️

-Palm Springs  downtown stree fair, takes up the whole historic down town, with handmade crafts, food trucks, locally grown items, music, art, clothing and entertainment . We’ve been going for years and  it’s a fun evening.
(Parking can be tough, uber or go early )

Ben searches out his favorite Gelato guy, every year.. he says he makes the BEST coffee gelato 🍦🍨

🌴Have you been to Palm Springs?
What one of your favorite things?

This weekend they are celebrating 100 years of Marilyn Monroe…. 

☀️🌸What I wore o  today and everything to date is linked on my Liketoknowit 

#palmspringslife #palmspringsstyle #roadtripping #couplegoals❤️ #midlifestyle
—Margarita Time— Ward off evil😂😂😂 Love that Salt —Margarita Time—

Ward off evil😂😂😂

Love that Salted rim🍸🌶️🍋‍🟩🌵🪇🌴

Do you love a good margarita? Are you a on the rocks  or blended girl ?

Fruity or Spicy girl?
Top shelf tequila or doesn’t matter?

Salted-Sugar or Taheen rim?

I am a top shelf, spicy margarita on the rocks with Salt girl… and I like jalapeño and blackberry’s as a garnish 🌶️🍋‍🟩

#spicymargarita #midlifestyle #mexicanfoodlover #cocktaillovers
Day 3 Road Tripping Itinerary 🚗🌵🌴☀️🏜️ Our Last d Day 3 Road Tripping  Itinerary 🚗🌵🌴☀️🏜️

Our Last day and evening in Mesa,Az before heading to Palm Springs, Ca.

We started out with grabbing a coffee & a little walk, then heading to the pool. Our goal this trip was relaxing in the sun ☀️ poolside☀️🌴While enjoying a little late afternoon early evening easy entertaining and good food…

Late afternoon we headed out to the golf course & then later to go on a garden walk and check out a couple local nurseries, before heading to dinner . 

I love to see what grows in that area and learn a little. Plus it’s always beautiful 🌵🌺🌸🌵Did you know a good size catus is $2,000-5,000 and a decent size Palm tree starts at $7,500 to $15,000 and that was the sale prices.

We had a yummy Italian dinner at @pizzicatausa over looks  the painted mountain golf course. 

 Then we went on an evening stroll at the golf course found a bench by the pond and had a cocktail to watch the sun set🌅🌵🍷
Perfect way to end the day ✔️

If you’re looking for an easy & Relaxing  day, this is a perfect itinerary 

Tomorrow morning we’re Off to Palm Springs, Ca. A 4 hour drive from Mesa.Az. 🌴🌺🚗☀️

Do you like a road trip to be leisurely or to pack in a tone of things to do?

#roadtripvibes #midlifejourney #couplevacation #couplegoals❤️
Travel Style over 50 Day 2 Road Trip Mesa, Az ~A Travel Style over 50

Day 2 Road Trip
Mesa, Az

~A much need Relaxing Day at the pool
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~Then off For a late Lunch, Early Dinner
Found a historic Mexican Restaurant (ok, but not Fabulous) The architecture and grounds were cool🇲🇽🌮🪇🍸

~ Headed to Mesa’s Historic Main st for a little shopping, Mural & Architecture spotting, Local brewery, cool vintage shops, music, book stores, and a fun candy store. 

Stay tuned for another Day “3 “in Mesa…
Then off to Palm Springs,Ca.

Have you been to Mesa, Az? What’s one of the things you did or recommend?

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Hubby and I are on a 7 day Road Trip 3 states 4 states from mountains to desserts… chasing sun and pool time …

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Beautiful drive- Fun stops, sights and yummy early dinner in historic downtown, Flagstaff. 

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