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By D'Arcy Vandenberg

Celebrate Mother’s Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

 

Celebrate Mother’s Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

Celebrate Mother's Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

 

 

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Can you believe we’re at the end of April and heading into May? That happened so fast! I’ve had a lot going on since the beginning of the year, and I’m finally starting to feel like I’m seeing the light. With May starting tomorrow, that means Mother’s Day is just 10 days away, on Sunday, May 11th. I haven’t made any plans yet, but I’m looking forward to finally getting my pots and garden planted, as Mother’s Day marks the start of the growing season in Utah, when it’s safe to grow without a major freeze. Hallelujah! 

I’ll share more about my garden, including my weekend garden shares, tips, and other updates, in future posts. I do have a great Garden Gift Ideas blog post up here, if you’re interested. Do you have a garden-loving mom?  I am sharing several of the items I love and use. 

Today, I have our monthly blog share with Dawn, Cindy, and Stephanie. We’re sharing all things Mother’s Day! Today, I invite you to join me and my mom featuring NYDJ, where you can share moments with us and discover top sellers on sale that are chic, on-trend, and comfortable for all ages. Even better, they are on sale and make great gifts for the women in your life.

I also have several gift guides I’ve created with items my mom, I, and several of the women in our lives love to receive as gifts. I genuinely think I have something for every woman in your life. This would be a great blog post to save and reference anytime you need a gift for a lady in your life. NOTE: I also have additional information available on my Liketoknow. it. HERE

Styling NYDJ with Mom

Celebrate Mother's Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

 

Celebrate Mother's Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

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D’Arcy’s Outfit

Two basics you’ll want to add to your wardrobe, you’ll style so many ways and wear on repeat! The prettiest shade of pink Laren button-up top in beautiful silk. Fits true to size; I am in the small. Paired with NYDJ Light wash, slightly barrel jean, the leg isn’t too barrel that it’s a great width if you’ve been wanting to try but don’t want it to be rounded-denim in a size 4, I would say, size down, these are a little too big on me, I needed the size 2.. but super comfy and a great relaxed fit. (That Jean, you would wear every day) 

Styled with all Julie Voz Jewelry Necklace, earrings, and bracelet stack 

A Walmart find: raffia/straw loafer with a horse-bit detail, true to size, and under $30. Paired with a gold metallic belt.

Celebrate Mother's Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

My Mom’s OutfitNYDJ’s

The oversized shirt boasts a stylish denim look, but it’s crafted from cool and breezy lyocell, which lends it a lightweight drape. Tailored menswear details, from a point collar to long sleeves with button cuffs to a back yoke, keep the design classic. I would Size Down in this top. Mom paired it wth these Mona Wide Leg Trouser Ankle Jeans, which also run one size smaller. She loved how comfortable this outfit is, and adored the shade of pink. It’s both our favorite color, in this shade.

Celebrate Mother's Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

Shop our Outfits Below:

Celebrate Mother's Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

A couple of Gift Guides You might Like

Celebrate Mother's Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

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Celebrate Mother's Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

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Celebrate Mother's Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

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Celebrate Mother's Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

Laundry Room Gift Ideas Every Mom Would Love. Shop below:

 

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BLOG HOP⬇️

Dawn  With @partytildawn on Instagram and her Blog Party Til Dawn

Cindy with @lululoves7_and her Blog Lulu Loves 7

Stephanie with @home_has_my_Heartand her Blog is Homehasmyheart

Celebrate Mother's Day In NYDJ and Your Mom

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Have a beautiful day, ladies, and remember that your smile is your best accessory.

Thank you for stopping by.

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Creating An Easy Wreath Dessert Board

Creating An Easy Wreath Dessert Board

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

I hope you have a beautiful Sunday. I am currently working on some collaborations. You can get a sneak peek this week over on Instagram. I am excited to share what we’ve been working on and a giveaway….Exciting Holiday content is also coming your way.
My plate is complete, and I feel the hustle and bustle of holiday prep. I am pushing myself to get everything done in November so I can enjoy the month of December. Ben and I are heading on a pre-holiday cruise from December 4th to the 16th, and we’re excited. Yet, it is a lot of pressure. I want to be ready with our family coming into town on December 22nd. 
 
Today, I thought I’d share a fun and easy way to serve dessert this Holiday season. Watch the Video HERE. ( I think it turned out so cute.) If you watch it, let me know by commenting on it. I would appreciate it.
 
I love sharing cute and festive ways to help you entertain easily, even if it’s just for your family. That can be done quickly. I know many of you have a lot going on, and time goes by quickly. This cute dessert board is festive and comes together in minutes. Especially having Fairytale Brownies and delicious gourmet treats delivered to your door. Makes a great Holiday gift as well.
Creating A Easy Wreath Dessert Board

Wreath Dessert Board

An easy way to create a fun dessert board for the Holiday with Fairytale Brownies and Cookies, A variety of Delicious gourmet treats delivered to your door.  

Creating a wreath desert board is easy and fun. Grab a circle cutting board. Here, I used an actual wreath-cutting board. Gather your favorite candies, fresh fruit, fairytale treats, and a little rosemary for garnish.

Arrange the treats around the board and garnish with rosemary to give it that Holiday wreath look. It’s perfect for Entertaining this Holiday season.

Creating A Easy Wreath Dessert Board

Fairytale Brownies

Since the beginning, they have promised never to compromise on quality. Every Fairytale Treat is handcrafted in small batches with premium ingredients.

  • Belgian dark chocolate
  • Pure, all-natural ingredients
  • No trans fat, artificial colors, or preservatives
  • Certified Kosher

The result? Irresistible brownies, cookies, and blondies that spread joy wherever they’re sent 

Creating A Easy Wreath Dessert Board

 

Have a beautiful day, Pretty ladies, and remember your smile is your BEST accessory.

Thank you for stopping by.

 Thank you for stopping by and reading” Creating An Easy Wreath Dessert Board. “If you haven’t signed up for my weekly newsletter, you can do so here.

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Head to Cooler Temperatures – Moose Creek Ranch

Head to Cooler Temperatures – Moose Creek Ranch

Hello, Pretty Ladies, and Happy Friday,

I hope you’ve had a great week; my hubby and I are coming off a great vacation. We headed to Idaho and Wyoming on a road trip and stayed at the Moose Creek Ranch in the Teton National Forest. It was the most relaxing and peaceful vacation we’ve been on in a long time. The perfect place to Head to Cooler Temperatures – Moose Creek Ranch

The drive is about 4 hours from where we live in Utah. Easy drive north to the beautiful Teton mountain air, just outside Victor, Idaho, and about 20 minutes from Jackson Hole, Wyoming.  View my Instagram Reel Here

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To receive 25% off lodging stays between now and September 5th, use the code “DARCY” at check out!

 

Head to Cooler Temperatures - Moose Creek Ranch

 

Moose Creek Ranch

Originally built 1930

Moose Creek Ranch property is a unique getaway experience. Set in the Teton National Forest 

On a river with a pond, a private 10 acres of beautiful Mountain landscape. Majestic pine trees, wildflowers, and mountains give you a secluded, private feeling, with birds singing and the sounds of nature truly a relaxing experience. I highly recommend this beautiful ranch. 

Several properties’ lodging options include a main lodge for large families, mini cabins, luxury suite cabins, clamping tents on the stream, an airstream rental, and RV parking. 

Head to Cooler Temperatures - Moose Creek Ranch

Head to Cooler Temperatures - Moose Creek Ranch

Activities on the Ranch

There are yard games, Picnic tables, and tepees, as well as several firepits around the property where you can sit around, chat, and make s’mores. Each room comes with s’mores kits for you to enjoy at one of the many fire pits on the property.

E-bike rentals and Horseback riding are available for a small fee (reservation recommended)

Indoor main lodge for lounging by the fire, reading a book, or getting some work done. A game room with a pool table, air hockey, board games, and snacks

Happy hour from 4-6, And Saturday night live music from 6-8 around the fire. With singer-songwriter Greg Hise on Saturdays from 6-8 pm

Complementary breakfast is served in the main lodge.

Hiking and biking trails are all around the property and close by.

Head to Cooler Temperatures - Moose Creek Ranch

Moose Creek Ranch Barn

A large, beautiful rustic barn for weddings, corporate events, family reunions, and Christmas/Holiday parties

Head to Cooler Temperatures - Moose Creek Ranch

 

How far away does Moose Creek Ranch Sit from a Town

10 min from Victor, Idaho, Main Street has restaurants and shopping 

25 minutes to Driggs for a larger town with more restaurants and shopping

30 min to Jackson Hole, Wyoming 

Yellowstone National Park–

View of our Cabin

Head to Cooler Temperatures - Moose Creek Ranch

Head to Cooler Temperatures - Moose Creek Ranch

Enjoy a cocktail on your private deck and enjoy the view!

 

What I wore on this trip HERE

 

Thank you for stopping by. 

Have a beautiful rest of the week, and thank you for stopping by and reading.

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Way to Mix Business with Friendship…MV Village Opening

Way to Mix Business with Friendship…MV Village opening

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

I worked with Station Park in Farmington, Ut, a couple of weeks ago. .on the Opening of one of their sister properties Mountain View Village in Riverton, Utah. What made this even more exciting is Dawn with Party til Dawn, a long-time social media friend who works with one of their sister properties Totem Lake in Washington. She was flying in so we could work together on covering the Grand Opening of Mountain View and a little bit of Station Park. 

Talk about the perfect opportunity to Mix Business with Friendship…Dawn and I met on Instagram and became fast friends. We have a lot in common; our styles are very similar, we’re both midlifers, love our families, think a lot alike, and work for some of the same brands. We also both have working relationships with the Center Cal group. Not to mention texting each other daily. But, meeting each other in person was just so exciting. We felt like we’d known each other forever.

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

 

A sneak peeks at our stay at Station Park in Farmington, Ut.

We had the opportunity to stay at the Hyatt Place, conveniently located on Station Parks property. Stay on the property makes for easy shopping & dining. This property is 30-45 minutes north of Mountain View Village. Below is a peek at a few places we highlighted during our stay and the property’s charm. 

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

Twigs Bistro 

Want a delicious meal with a wide variety on the Menu and 36 signature martinis? Then, Twig Bistro is the place. Twig’s Menu here

Evereve Clothing

One of Dawn and I’s favorite clothing shops, and excited there will be one Opening at MountainView Village. 

SHOP the Looks below:

 

Nordstrom Rack

Dressing room Try -on, we shared in our Instagram stories and created reels. 

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

 

Ulta Beauty

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

Shop some of My favorite Ulta Beauty Below:

 

 

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

MountainView Village, Riverton Ut. 

The Grand opening of Mountain View Village, Utah’s latest outdoor shopping center in Riverton, Utah. Beautiful water features and landscaping are just a few of the things that makes this outdoor shopping center special. Along with a fantastic selection of restaurants and popular retail shops, you’ll find a mix of big box stores, small specialty shops, and entertainment. 

Grand opening festivities

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

 

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

 

Grand Opening of Sephora

If you ever have the chance to attend a grand opening of a Sephora, it is worth it as they have all the hard-to-find and out-of-stock merchandise IN STOCK! All the Dior, Fenty, Charlotte Tilbury, and YSL were fully stocked!

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

Shop my Sephora picks below;

 

 

Aubergne Kitchen

Aubergine Kitchen was founded in 2014 by a first-generation American family committed to improving people’s health and energy through better eating in a convenient, accessible, and sustainable way. MENU HERE

 

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

 

Athleta

We did another store try-on, shared in our Instagram stories and on Instagram. 

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

Shop my picks below:

 

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

Way to Mix Business with Friendship...MV Village opening

 

We had so much fun together and ate, drank, and shopped at many more stores, but I didn’t want to overwhelm you with more details and photos, so hopefully, Dawn will be filling you in on some of the several I left out.

 

Please stop by my friend Dawn’s Blog Party til Dawn and see what she has to share about our Business and friendship!

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. “Way to Mix Business with Friendship…MV Village Opening” I would love for you to comment on what shops you like to shop at below. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

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Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans 1st in our New Orleans series.

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

 

Hello Pretty Ladies,

The Chit Chat chic girls just got back from a fun Galentine’s trip to New Orleans, as many of you know. So today, all the girls are sharing Where to eat and stay in New Orleans, and we will share where to shop, fun things to do and what we wore in a couple of other posts. So think of it as our New Orleans Series.

 

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans. What comes to mind when you say New Orleans? Jazz, Mardi gras, The French Quarter, Beignets,(recipe here) Pralines, (recipe here) Craw Fish, Beads, and Hurricane Drinks? (recipe here) That’s what I think of when I think of New Orleans, and this trip did not disappoint. We stayed at the Royal Sonesta in the heart of the French Quater (one of NOLA’s most historic neighborhoods) on the corner of the famous Bourbon Street, where gaslights flicker on every street, and Old charm meets new.

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

The Hotel couldn’t have been more charming with the ornate Iron grillwork details of french architecture, pretty fountains and quart yards, Hotel Suites with french doors opening to overlook the pool. Beautiful details throughout the Hotel. The staff was so welcoming and friendly. They went above and beyond to make your stay a pleasant one.

 

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

 

Not only is the Royal Sonesta located in a convenient location, but The French Quater also has all the restaurants, bars, and shopping you could want. But you can easily walk to Canel street, Cafe DuMond, take a cruise down the Mississippi river, catch the trolly to the Garden District, or Magazine street for boutique shopping. 

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

The Royal Sonesta conveniently has several restaurants on the property and The Jazz Play House for entertainment. Desire Oyster Bar, Bar R’evolution, and Pj’s Coffee

New Orleans is known for its good food. The taste of Nole is cajun driven with a lot of seafood, award-winning seafood gumbo, shrimp remoulade, po’boys, Beignets, Oysters, and a lot of flavors. So if you’re a foodie, you will enjoy your time in New Orleans. 

 

 

 

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

View from the courtyard

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Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

The Jazz Play House, located on the property, has the sounds of the New Orleans embrace and charm. A vibrant nightlife with authentic jazz, serving drinks and bites. Michelle and I had the Elle Fitzgerald Martinis, and Cindy Had the French 45. The table shared a blue cheese wedge and crab cakes (Cammi needed to try out crabcakes at every restaurant!) Then finished off with a shared chocolate cheesecake. 

NOTE: The Jazz Play House is a place to enjoy the music. It is not somewhere to go if you want to chat.

Desire Oyster Bar is located on the Hotels property. Oyster Bar offers diners one of the most authentic dining experiences in New Orleans. 

The menu features

  • Fresh Gulf Seafood
  • Award-winning Gumbo
  • Variety of Po’boys
  • Shrimp Omelet Etoufee
  • Biscuits and Gravy
  • Oysters: fried, chargrilled, or on the half shell
  • Fried Chicken & Waffles
  • Louisiana Crab Cakes
  • Blackened Catfish Lafitte
  • Shrimp Remoulade

Cammi, Had the crab cakes, and she would say these were in the running for Best along with Francois. The table had the Fries with Etoufee & shrimp (they decided they were not Etoufee fans). Cindy & I Had a chopped salad with grilled chicken, blue cheese crumbles, and a side of fries. (All very good) (Cindy and I had a salad with chicken almost everywhere we went)

(Now… the Host,  let’s say they need a new one! He was the only rude/ no personable person in NOLA!) Thank goodness we only had a few minutes of him! The waitress made up for it. She was so sweet and very Happy!

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

Cheers

 

 

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

Bar R’evolution, also located on the property, is a beautiful mix of Old world & contemporary, serving chef-driven dishes and seasonal cocktails. Most of the produce and herbs are grown on a plantation farm in Baton Rouge. This bar is chic, hip, and packed. A reservation is recommended. Note: dress up…this was the only time we were underdressed!

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

PJ’s Coffee Start the morning off right with a Coffee poolside or, better yet, on your private balcony. Pj’s Coffee is located right off the lobby and serves various coffee drinks and pastries. A local New Orleans, Louisiana staple coffee house with several lotions throughout NOLA. 

Francois Grill & Bourbon Street Blues in Baton Rough

This restaurant is worth the drive to Baton Rouge from New Orleans. Located in the Perkins Rowe shopping district. (cute outdoor mall experience) Francois Grill is a cultural mix of Sicilian, French, and Cajun cuisine.

The onion rings were so good as a starter along with, You guessed it, Crab cakes:) The girls voted these the BEST crab cakes. I had the veggie omelet with a side of steamed veggies (cooked perfectly and with so much flavor) along with pan potatoes. A savory meal we all enjoyed. They have a full bar and live jazz music. 

 

Bistro 77 is another excellent restaurant at Perkins Rowe in Baton Rouge. They are known for great drinks, charcuterie boards, and shared plates. Also serving delicious salads, known for gourmet flatbreads, and a great assortment of sandwiches and lobster mac and cheese. View the menu here

You guessed it, I had a salad, but not just any salad, a Spiced Pear and grilled chicken salad with an  Apple vinaigrette and spiced candied nuts. It was so good. Cindy chose the same salad with steak, and everyone else chose a different flatbread and enjoyed their picks.  

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

Cafe Beignet 

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

Outfits here are all Avara… We will talk about what we wore in the next series.

Where to Eat and Stay in New Orleans

Cafe’ Beignet A quaint coffee and Beignet stand sits in the middle of Music legends Park. They are located right across the street from the Hotel, on bourbon street. With iron tables and chairs set all around the park and a small live Jazz band center stage. Statues of Jazz legends cast in Bronze cover the grounds. (the Beignets were good, But nothing is like a Cafe de Monde Beignet) 

Curio

An American Cuisine with a creole soul, right around the corner from the Hotel. Recommended by the concierge at the Hotel. Had a fun Bar cafe vibe, with charming staff and great food. I had the Crispy Chicken salad with a balsamic dressing. The chicken was so yummy. I drank Ice tea by the gallon everywhere we went (unsweeten). Not a bad tea anywhere, all fresh, strong, and had free refills. The average price of every meal we had was about $18-20 for entree, Appetizers $10-15, Cocktail $7-15 with a tab for one, including a 20% tip of around $35 a meal. 

Let’s talk Pralines for just a minute. Cammi and I were hunting to find the BEST Praline (Cammi had never had one). We hunted, tested, and tried out all of them, just for you! (hehe) and I am going to share our favorites and flops on another blog post…. so you’ll have to wait! 

Ladies, it’s getting late, and I could even share more with you, but it’s just going to have to wait for another day.

Joining me in Sharing “Their review of NOLA” The Chit Chat Chic girls. Cammi, Lisa, Michelle, and Cindy. You’ll want to pop over to their blogs and see what they’ve shared.

Cindy= LuLuloves7

Lisa’s= Coast2coast

Michelle= Poised Petite 

Cammi=Cammie’s Happy Place

Photography provided by the talented Shey Allen @ Sheyallenfilms

 

Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read my blog post. I would love it if you left a few of your favorite Picks below in the comments. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

 

Have a beautiful day, pretty ladies,

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A Quick little introduction to Chit Chat Chic

A quick little introduction to Chit Chat Chic

Where to Stay and Dine in Park City!

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

I hope your January is going well. Most of you know I belong to a beautiful group of mid-lifers Called Chit Chat Chic. 5 of us, Cammi, Lisa, Michelle, and Cindy. 

A Quick little introduction to Chit Chat Chic

What is Chit Chat Chic?

We started CCC over a year ago. We all had crossed paths at some point on our social media and blog journeys, sparking a group Instagram share that Lisa organized…

This share started a dm, and we quickly became fast friends via Instagram. We shared several things in common: midlife, raising families, careers in social media marketing, fashion, beauty, and our faith. 

Realizing we all clicked, loved this friendship and bond we had created, and loved the support system we had. So we decided to do more together, collaboration blog posts, Instagram shares, Pinterest boards, and a Marco Polo, where we chatted daily.

How Chit Chat Chic was born 

Instagram launched a new feature, the 4-way Live option… I thought… this would be an excellent opportunity to share our combined knowledge and friendship and interact with our followers to build relationships with other midlife ladies on our platform. 

Instagram Live is how Chit Chat Chic Was born.

 We knew we needed to be consistent picking, a day and time that worked for everyone weekly…

Originally on Tuesday, at 6:00 pm Mnt. However, for 2022 we had to change it to Wednesday at 6:00 Mnt. 

A Quick little introduction to Chit Chat Chic

How Chit Chat Chic Live works!

We go Live on Instagram every Wednesday at 6:00 pm Mnt. With 4 CCC members ( 1 spot alternates out) for the week. 1 Host the live, with 3 co-hosts. ( occasionally a guest host) With any of our following or non-following tuning into the live on Instagram. A LIVE = in Live time with the ability to chat.

The Host picks a topic and has 6-7 questions prepared. Then, we discuss the question/ show samples if applicable and allow our following to be active in the conversation by typing their responses. 

The Topic is different every week and varies from Midlife issues, fashion, helpful tips, and reviews on products.

A Quick little introduction to Chit Chat Chic

Why Chic Chat Chic Live?

We love having this connection with our following, as we are building friendships and a community of women supporting women.

Having your following connect with you and you with them helps them get to know us from behind a screen and allows us to learn more of what our followers want and need. 

What’s ahead for Chit Chat Chic?

We have had the opportunity to start traveling together and working with brands as a group. Last August, we were Host in Park City and had the chance to work with several businesses and brands, which was exciting and opened doors for more collaborations like this. 

We have several Trips planned for 2022.

Chit Chat Chic Has its own Instagram account! And we’re thinking about a podcast. Exciting things ahead….so stay tuned.

I hope A Quick little introduction to Chit Chat Chic will help you to want to tune in live on Wednesdays at 6:00 Mnt. Here is a sample below of last week’s Live (my answers, Head to the other ladies’ blogs for their answers) Linked below … In addition, we will be recapping on our blogs for easy reference and shopping products we may have talked about!

 

A Quick little introduction to Chit Chat Chic

Wednesday’s, Live  Chic Chat Chic conversation Recap:

Wednesday 1/12/22

1. What was your most popular item sold from 2021? I had a tie for 3 things, The New Balance tennis shoe, Colleen Rothchild Hand cream, and Kut from the Kloth boyfriend jeans!

2. What was your most recent purchase for your closet? Lululemon Align leggings and Teddy coat

 

3. What was your most recent purchase for your home? Bed for one of our Guest rooms

 

4. What was your most recent beauty purchase? Nothing gifted!!  Colleen Rothchild Hand Cream

 

5. Favorite workout leggings? Hard on for me, I love the Spanx, Athleta, and (The Lulu is my First pair, so I have to review)

 

6. Favorite workout product  anything from amino acids to stretchy bands.  Apple watch

 

The ladies blogs:

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. ‘A quick little introduction to Chit Chat Chic’ I would love for you to leave a few of your favorite Picks below in the comments. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Liketoknowit, Amazon shops, and Facebook.

Have a beautiful day, pretty ladies,

 

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Where to Stay and Dine in Park City!

Where to Stay and Dine in Park City!

Park City, Utah A beautiful mountain community located in Utahs Summit county. Where you can enjoy Outdoor Recreation from Skiing, hiking, biking and paddleboarding, Shopping on Historic Main Street, The outlets and shops at Kimble junction, While also experiencing arts & culture with seasonal events and multiple art shops and Silly Sunday’s, Many Restaurants makes Park City a destination for the foodie. For more details, visit Park City Chamber.

Where to Stay and Dine in Park City!

 

Where to Stay and Dine in Park City!

Park City is a great destination for your next girl’s trip!  If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I adore Park City, and my hubby and I escape for a little staycation often. Visit our Summer Trip HERE for more info. But Park City is not only great for couples & Family getaways. It’s perfect for a girl’s trip. 

Thanks to Yotel PAd, Visit Park City, for helping me organize a great Girl’s getaway for my girls, The Chic Chat Chic gang. We had an amazing trip, from amazing accommodations provided by Yotel Pad More info HERE and My Last Visit to Yotel Pad HERE, To amazing dining (more info Below), The Best Massage by Alpen & Hyde (more about that HERE), Shopping Historic Main street, beautiful walks (park city has several walking paths and Hikes)

Park City is also home to one of many Olympic venues. We are attending one of the Ski jumping and aerials practicing secessions at the Olympic Park. What a fun experience. 

Although Park City was our destination, We had to share a couple of fun Utah destinations with our out-of-state friends. The Utah State Capital and Lunch at Hall Pass in the Gateway. As well as a fun shopping and dining destination, Station park, Who hosted us for shopping at Evereve and Twigs Bistro, provided an amazing dining experience. 

Yotel Pad Park City

Utah State Captial

Where to Stay and Dine in Park City!

 

Hall Pass at the Gateway

Where to Stay and Dine in Park City!

 

Where to Stay and Dine in Park City!

Hall Pass: Utah’s First & Only Food Hall. Located at the Gateway in downtown Salt Lake City. Over 11,000 square feet of stylish communal dining & chef-driven fare. 8 restaurants and 2 bars

HallPass allows guests to experience these new-to-Utah tastes in an environment filled with a stylish and eclectic mix of art, music, food, drinks, and fun. The restaurant concepts include SkinnyFATS, Waffadopolis, Beer Zombies Draft Room & Beer Garden, Blaze of Thunder (Nashville hot chicken), Raining Ramen, CodSpeed (fresh fish fast), Hibachican (rotating concepts & guest chefs), Colossal Lobster, Guac Pusher (fresh guacamole made table-side), and a true password-protected speakeasy. In addition, live music and DJs will entertain diners on weekends.

 

Harvest & Honey

Where to Stay and Dine in Park City!

Harvest and Honey  CELEBRATE THE MOMENT, delivering  Charcuterie – From Box to Board to your door. A small business that delivers locally in Utah to your Home or Hotel,  it’s a great service you’ll enjoy. Makes a great gift as well. Seriously who doesn’t love cheese?

Makes for a great light meal or snack. Available in multiple sizes to serve two to 20! We really enjoyed this board on our first night as a dinner. We changed into Pj’s, grabbed a drink, and sat down to this beautiful and yummy treat. So easy to dine and chat. We had a great time creating tasty combos. Thank you, Harvest and Honey!

Evereve & Twigs at Station Park

Latest Fall Arrivals Try-On At Evereve

Station Park is a beautiful Shopping and dining experience in Farmington, Ut. I have been lucky to have been working with them for over a year. It’s been a pure pleasure as it’s one of my family’s favorite destinations for shopping and dining. Twigs Bistro is one of my family’s favorite restaurants ( I share them often in my stories). Their food is so good, and they have an awesome weekend brunch. I knew I wanted to share with my Girlfriends. Trust me. They loved it! You can’t go wrong with any of their dishes. I love the Chicken cobbs salad, their truffle fries, and gorgonzola cheese sauce is to die for, and you can’t leave without having the Drunkin doughnuts. 

Twigs is a family-owned restaurant (which you know how much I love supporting small), but they do have 5 other locations in other states. so make sure to check out their website for other locations. 

Draft’s Burgers and Brews

Our View on the walk up to Draft’s, on the Westgate property right above Yotel Pad Park City.

Visit Drafts Burger Bar, where they serve a large selection of beers that perfectly pair with gourmet burgers, delicious wings, and delectable sides surrounded by the spectacular views. 

Best of State® Award-winning Drafts is an elegant yet comfortable gastropub featuring more than 50 beers worldwide, including 20 beers readily on tap. Drafts also serve hand-crafted burgers, delicious wings, and delectable sides with spectacular slope-side views of the Park City Resort. In addition, Drafts features an assortment of innovative handspun milkshakes.

 

Ghidotti’s

Where to Stay and Dine in Park City!

Homestyle Italian, blending old world roman with a lively Mediterranean vibe.  Unlike any restaurant you have visited in the past, Ghidotti seamlessly weaves the architecture, ambiance, food, and service together into a fantastic dining experience for you to enjoy. So whether it is a romantic evening out, a large family gathering, a casual meal in the lounge, or even our popular meals-to-go, we have you covered.

The Dining experience was amazing, From the staff, the ambiance, to the food. We seriously enjoyed everything from the appetizers ( We choose to sample a pizza), house-made Foccacia bread, handmade pasta dishes, filet mignon, and let’s not forget about the amazing Desserts. The Gelato was amazing.  A wonderful experience we were so grateful for the opportunity to experience. Thank you,  Visit Park City 

 

Where to Stay and Dine in Park City!

Pizza Margarita as a starter or a meal! So yummy!

Chip Cookies are my favorite cookie company in Utah. Station Park generously provided cookies for each of us in our Welcome Baskets. Seriously so good. A must-try when in Utah. 

 

Thank you for stopping by, and I hope I inspired you to head to Yotel Pad, Park City, for your next getaway! Make sure to check out the Chit Chat Chic girl’s Blogs for their take on our trip. Links below.

Where to Stay and Dine in Park City!

Make sure to check out my Chit Chat Chic girls below:

Cindy= LuLuloves7

Lisa’s= Coast2coast

Michelle= Poised Petite 

Cammi=Cammie’s Happy Place

 

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Thank you to all that made this trip possible. We appreciate all of you! Please note Hotel stay and dining experiences were sponsored. 

Professional photos provided by: Shey Allen Films and Alice Photo co. 

 

Recap of Last Weeks Instagram Talks & Outfits

Love letters Museum

That SMILE you get when you go to the DENTIST 😁🦷
I know I know, some of you dread the dentist! I am telling you if you visit @drallanthomas you won’t dread the dentist and you’ll leave with the best smile!
If you watch my Instagram stories you would have seen my whitening experience (saved in highlights) No more blue lights, they use the latest technology not painful and the sweetest & knowledgeable staff. I had my teeth cleaned & then whitened. This was my first time having my teeth professionally whitened as I am lucky to have pretty white teeth. Even still I wanted them bright white and sparkly since I have my photos taken so often. Like I have always said”a smile can make someone’s day so do it often!” (so I’ll blind them with mine! Goals🙌🏻)………@drallanthomas office specializes in cosmetics dentistry giving you the smile of your dreams🦷😁

Love letters

This is how I do squats 😜💪🏻
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Playing with stripes and tied front pants is how it’s done🙌🏻
Warning… this is probably the only time you’ll see me doing squats 😜😜😜 Happy Wednesday babes😘 It #pioneerday today in Utah which means Holiday🎉🎉🎉 State Holiday which means day off and headed to the Lake with all my girlfriends! Not a bad way to spend a Wednesday ♥️🍹🚤
Enjoy your day😘😘😘 Outfit from Banana republic

coffee at home

Starting of this Monday with a 2nd cup ☕️☕️ of @cafe504coffee ☕️☕️☕️#ad
@cafe504coffee found coffee tasted much better when they brewed it with Fiji water, and it turns out it’s the minerals in the water that make all the difference. They infused those same minerals directly with their coffee beans, and they’ve been stunned by how it effects the final cup. It’s a significantly smoother and richer cup of coffee, as if you brewed it with the world’s finest water!☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️ 
They’ve crafted customized mineral blends to perfect your brewing water, based on where you live and how you filter it.
BOY I have to agree we got the French roast at it’s delicious! If your wanting a great cup of coffee from home head over to @cafe504coffee And grab yourself k-cups,ground coffee or beans. BETTER yet GRAB a FREE Bag By…..
Taking the quiz on their site and get a completely FREE BAG when you use the code DARCYFREE at checkout! Free shipping too! You can easily cancel the subscription at anytime, but trust me, you won’t want to. The coffee is amazing!

Love letters Museum

Hoping your Friday brings you cheer like a rainbow or like Friends laughter in a big pile of rainbow confetti! 🌈Although you have to watch out for my cute friend @chicover50 Shauna plays hard ball!!! Speaking of BALL go check out her cute stories to see what happened to her at last nights BALL game🎉🎉⚾️💍🌈🌈🌈♥️
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We have are own confetti happening over here today🎉🌈 Our oldest son @hudsonvandenberg Turns 23 TODAY! We had some fun celebrating last night with sushi & surfing on the lake! (see stories for fun photos) This am he’ll wake up to gifts and his favorite donuts and tonight we’ll celebrate with dinner and his favorite cake (Judy’s Chocolate Kahlua cake recipe on blog) 🍰🍩🍰🍩
I can’t tell you how proud I am of this boy of ours, it was like yesterday he was 3 & now 23! He’s such a delight, so smart a family lover and truly a good kid! We’re proud of the man he’s becoming and thankful we can call him ours♥️♥️♥️
Now… my gushing is over… I am off to bake😘

Love letters Museum

I’ll take HAPPY mail💌 any day!📬💌📬💌📬💌📬💌📬💌📬
When’s the last time you hand wrote a letter or card and sent it snail mail? For me… I still write hand written Thank you notes, Birthday & Holiday cards. I really feel it’s important and more meaningful then a text or email. It’s a lost art that truly should not be♥️ So for #tiptuesday Make someone’s day by mailing them a sweet note💌 even if it’s just a Miss you card😘
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If your in the Utah area head over to @lovelettersmuseum they provide a cute post card and a stamp for you💌 Note to mention all the beautiful ways to use words, letters and forgotten ways to write (aka Typewriter…kids didn’t even know how to put the paper in lol!)
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Outfit details…this season’s hottest trend the tied front pant @tjmaxx, shoes @picandpay, tank @rowanboutique, linen blazer @shoprachelzoe, jewelry old

Summer porch details

IT’S 5 O’CLOCK SOMEWHERE 🍹RIGHT?
One of the things I love about Summers is Outdoor living✔️☀️🍓🍹🍔🥗🧀🍉
Do you enjoy outside living? Have you created a space you love to go relax in, entertain or have a quiet date night in?
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I created this space to have a little of the inside brought out💛💛I adore black and white stripes and I think it pops with a touch of yellow and green! Tips for making your outdoor space inviting: throw pillows, a blanket for chilly nights, pots of flowers and plants, trays for serving and keeping things tidy. I love rugs to add color and define spaces, candles and lanterns for lighting (and keeping bugs away) I love some books or magazines to entice you to stay awhile 💛💛💛
Another big tip is if you furniture is mix & match spray paint it all 1 color to give it a cohesive look. It instantly makes it look more planned 😉

I hope you like the random recap of what happened over on last weeks Instagram. I know a lot of you had to DM me about missing a post on instagram because they only show 3% of our photos in our feeds. A trick to seeing people you follow posts: like the post and if you care to leave a comment do it! This will help their content stay in your feed. Another tip is watch their stories the more you interact with the people you follow allows instagram to know you want to see that person. Another big plus, engaging on Instagram really helps us bloggers do what we love and bring you content you want to see. If you want to see a weekly recap HERE on the blog leave a comment or DM me so I can continue to give you what you want to see!

Another plus to seeing a week in review is you get a taste of everything from fashion, items I am loving, interior tips or a space I love and things to do in Utah unless I was traveling. 

Have a beautiful week! OX, D’Arcy

 

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My Smile Journey With Smile Direct Club

Smile Direct impression kit. From the impression,Smile Direct generates 3d model of your teeth to begin building your smile.

getting started kit

Smile Direct Aligner molding kit.

smile direct club kit

Smile Direct at home kit!
Invisible aligner kit with 5 months of aligners.

clear liners

Invisible Aligner tray’s and holder.

clear liners

Invisible Aligner tray’s and holder.

I couldn’t be happier to start my smile journey with Smile Direct Club. I never wore braces and was always lucky to have naturally straight teeth. As I have aged my two top teeth have turned in a touch and my one bottom tooth has moved back. Most people wouldn’t notice, but it’s been bugging me for the last couple years and I really didn’t want to do the whole braces thing at 46!  I looked into other invisible liner companies and it was so expensive, I decided to hold off.  Then to my delight, Smile Direct contacted me and said I’d be a great candidate for their invisible aligners and would I want to work with them! YES….Yes please! So you could see why, I couldn’t be happier!  

I started the processes about 2 1/2 months ago, without the hassle of appointments and metal braces, my impression kit arrived in the mail. It was so easy to take the impressions and send the molds back to Smile Direct in the pre-paid box.  A couple weeks later my invisible aligner box set arrived.  I say “box set” because it came with everything you need for 5 months to have a straighter smile, all in 1 box!  This kit is so easy, everything is labeled, organized and they even send you a reminder email on the day you need to changed your aligner. You change your aligner’s monthly and wear a new one on week 1 & 2 then week 3 & 4 you wear the same one, until you start a new month.  

I am already noticing a big difference two and half months in. My top teeth have become not as angled and my bottom tooth has really moved forward. I can’t wait to share with you my end results, in about 3 months.

Just a little note: I haven’t experienced any pain in this process, yet my teeth feel a little strange, sometimes and I have been told this is normal.

Do you need a little help with you teeth and want to have a confident smile? Smile Direct is affordable and even more affordable if you use my code.  

https://smiledirectclub.com/DARCYSMILES for 50% off your own at-home kit or a free scan in a SmileShop markets! (we have one in Sugar House Utah!) 

I hope you have a beautiful weekend! Ox, D’Arcy

 

This post was a collaboration with Smile Direct and may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own. I only promote brands that I truly love and believe in! Thank you for you support.

 

 

Winter boots trending & a Sneak Peek at Winter 2019

winter street wear boots

Sorel Winter collection 2019, Joanie Lace in Black Sea

The North Face

Woman’s Shellista mid II, Split Rock brown & Dove Grey

Winter Boot collection

Womans Boots

Slim pack Riding Tall II, Black Kettle

Sorel Woman's boot collection

Snowboot

North Face Woman’s ThermoBall Utility Mid rise boot, in Tnf Black & Deep Garnet Red

Woman's boot, by Sorel

Cozy Joan, in Nori olive green, mid snow boot by Sorel

Winter boot collection

Sorel, Winter Fancy lace II, in Black Kettle

Shades of pink, little girl boot

Sorel Kids Winter boot collection for 2019

Happy Tuesday Beautiful’s,

Looks like we’re finally getting Winter in Utah! Just in time for me to share with you Winter boot’s that are trending for 2018 and a sneak peek at a couple of 2019’s trends.

I was lucky enough to work with Diamond Peak Mountain Sports in Eden to bring you this fun collection of 2018-2019 Winter snow boots by Sorel and The North Face. I love supporting local and small business they always have fun and unique items you won’t alway’s find at big box stores. The customer service and attention to detail at this fun Sport shop is amazing and is just one of the reasons this little shop is celebrating 25 years in business.

Winter snow boots have come along way over the years, not just functionable they’re fashionable too. Waterproof, lined to keep your feet warm but have style you can wear with any street outfit. Above you will find some of my favorite picks from 2018 and a couple from the 2019 collection.  Getting a peek at 2019 collection is a special treat as these are not in stores yet these are samples of what the shops are getting to see and order for their next Winter season.

Can I tell you I am loving the Joanie lace, A wedge snow boot perfect for a snowy night on the town! Who would every think this was a Sorel snow boot? I love the fashion and Functionality of this cute little boot. (I’ll be pre-ordering a pair!)

Every little girl will want the Shades of pink mini Joan of arch Sorel boot coming out next winter. I predict this little number will sell out fast when it hits the sales floor. 

 The Cozy Joan, Winter Fancy Lace, Woman’s Shellista and Thermoball are all a great mid Ankle snow boot perfect for after skiing, walking around in snowy weather yet can be perfect with jeans and a sweater on a chilly day. Waterproof and cozy warm you’re feet will love you. Gone are the days of Chunky unfashionable not to mention ugly Snow boots. (1989 white snow cats by Sorel comes to mind) I know I am showing my age. 

The Slimpack Riding Tall II Sorel boot is one of my favorite boots in Sorel’s line. Simple yet sleek! At first you don’t even realize this is a snow boot. It looks just like a chic riding boot! Slim & tall with cute 2 buckle back detail, this functional boot can be worn all winter long with any street outfit, yet can be dressed up for a date night out in the cold! Waterproof so it’s perfect for rain and sleet, this stylish boot isn’t just for the snow.

All of the 2018 boots are available at Diamond Peak NOW and 2019 are available for pre-order Click on link or call (801) 745-0101 ask for Lori she’ll help you out.

Today On Fox13 The place, I will be sharing more about these boots so make sure to watch at 1:00 mnt. time.  I will share the link later today in case you miss it! 

Winter boot Segment on Fox13 The Place

Have a wonderful snowy day! OX, D’Arcy

 

In partnership with Diamond peak all purchases and opinions are my own!