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By D'Arcy Vandenberg

Insider Nordstrom Sale Tips and Dates

 Insider Nordstrom Sale Tips and DatesHello Pretty Ladies, 

The most anticipated Sale of the Year! It starts tomorrow, but only for cardholders with Icon Static…. I didn’t want non-cardholders to feel left out, so I scoured all 136 pages of the sale section to bring you my top picks throughout the week! I hope you enjoy seeing some of the pieces I own and a peek at my wish list, I am swooning over them. Perfect pieces to add to your Summer wardrobe, transition into Fall, and pieces you’ll live in all Winter! This Sale is the best price of the Year and makes for a great time to stock up. I will share my anniversary and beauty picks later in the week.

Things to remember: The Anniversary SALE is open for preview and starts tomorrow for Icon static cardholders….Don’t have a card? Apply here to shop for the Cardholder sale from July 9th to August 4th. Store sales will open to the public from July 15th to August 4th. Are you a cardholder? Remember, you get a triple points day, so don’t forget to schedule it for the day you’re headed to shop.

If shopping online, you can schedule your points on your order before checking out. If you feel like shopping on my page and using my links here and below, I thank you from the bottom of my heart because I get a tiny commission, which allows me to keep doing what I love.

 

Insider Nordstrom Sale Tips and Dates

Mark your calendar:

 Don’t forget to watch my Instagram stories for daily tips, to see my try-on, and for more in-store details. On July 10th, tune in at 4:00 p.m. for my live on Instagram. I’ll be sharing items I own and wardrobe builders. I’m also excited to give you a sneak peek at what will be on Sale from Wit & Wisdom as they send me six affordable pieces to share. Again, thank you for your support and for taking the time to stop by and read my post.

You don’t have to be a cardholder to SHOP the SALE! You can sign up to be a member for free and still earn points. 

Things to Know about the Sale

Link to apply for Nordstrom card HERE

If you want to score early access, apply for a Nordstrom credit card ASAP. The retailer offers two types of cards, a retail credit card and a Visa credit card, which provide the same benefits and are eligible for early access to the Anniversary Sale. While your cardmember status depends on yearly spending amounts (shared below), all cardmembers automatically start at Influencer status, which means you’ll get an extra four days to shop the Sale before it opens to everyone.

Insider tips

Early access for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale begins tomorrow for Cardholders, and even I can’t stop until the 11th! The bummer is that things start selling quickly, so I have some tips!

  • Shop online! This is where you will find the most extensive selection!
  • Add to Wishlist! If you see something you love, add it to your wishlist, so the day you’re able to shop, you can immediately “add to cart”!
  • Add a different size! If the size you are looking for sells out in your size, add a different size to your shopping bag and check back often as things get returned and stocked! I’ve even had luck exchanging after the sale for the correct size and color.
  • Expedite Shipping! For $20, this bumps your order and gives you a better chance to get what you want!

 

When can I shop for the 2024 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?

July 1st- Online preview begins ( you can start planning and creating your wishlist) 

Icons July 9th-14th -Icon Early Access. Icons spend over $15,000 per Year

Ambassadors – July 10th-14th- Ambassador early access. Ambassadors spend over $5000 per Year.

Influencers – July 11th-14th- Influencer early access. Influencers spend over $500 per Year.

Everyone – July 15th- Aug-4th- General access non- card holders or members can shop

You can Preview and Create your Wish list NOW HERE

I hope this was helpful

I hope these date reminder sheets and tips are helpful for you to save and refer back to over the next few weeks. Don’t miss my weekly newsletters. Sign up HERE, and I will share round-ups of items I love in the Sale, need-to-know information, and giveaways!

Follow me on Shop Ltk for exclusive content, Sales, easy shopping, and inspiration. Here

How I am Breaking Down the Sale:

What I will be sharing from the Nordstrom sale is broken down. I feel breaking the Sale down and scaling it into categories is essential. Hopefully, you will find this method easier and won’t feel overwhelmed. Please note that I go through every sale item and think about what a great deal is and what closet staples are great to add without going overboard. I also choose items that are hard to find on Sale, so shopping for them now may be your only chance to get them on Sale. Follow my Shop. LTK HERE, as I’ve created a few Nordstrom Boards to simplify shopping.

My Picks board HERE| Beauty HERE| Jeans HERE| Shoes HERE

The Break Down:

Of the six items I purchase every Year. My tried and authentic VIEW HERE 

Items I shopped for last Year are on Sale again. Worth adding to cart VIEW HERE

What’s on my wish list? View HERE with all the details, etc. (get a sneak peek below)

Great Wardrobe Builders: I think items are a great deal and worth purchasing for your wardrobe.

Items that make great gifts. 

Beauty Items I use and love

Brands hard to find on Sale- Mother denim, New Balance 327, Gucci, Raybans, Charlott Tilbury, Free People 

My Wish List Sneak Peek below:

 

Great wardrobe stables I own from Spanx on the Sale:

You can add these items to your wish list if it interests you. I know you’ll love these and wear them on repeat as I do. some of the best wardrobe staple pieces,

Spanx Perfect Pant Now $104,99 – shop or Add to your wish List HERE

Booty Boost Active legging  Now $64.99 -shop or Add to your wish List HERE

Spanx Air Essential 4inch short Now $54.99- shop or Add to wish List HERE

Faux Leather Leggings by Spanx Now $64.99- shop or Add to your wish List HERE

Impack bra by Spanx Now $45.99- shop or Add to wish List HERE

 

💕Remember, Wearing a smile is your most important accessory!

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6 Things I Purchase Every Year from the Nordstrom Sale

6 Things I Purchase Every Year from the Nordstrom Sale
 
Hello Pretty Ladies,
Happy Sunday!
I hope you had a great Fourth of July. We spent the day with family and friends and enjoyed great food and a fun fireworks display. There’s nothing like the Fourth in a small town. I don’t know about you, but having a Holiday in the middle of the week throws off my days! How are we already heading into the second week of July? Summer needs to slow down. 
Today’s little catch-up…

Nordstrom Sale

The Nordstrom sale starts this week. I am sharing the six things I purchase yearly, some of my favorite things, what’s on my wish list, a couple of great things to pick up that you rarely find on sale, and a few fun surprises. I’ll have a couple of entire blog posts dedicated to helping you if you’re interested in the sale. 

Sale Month

July is an excellent month if you love a good sale, as Target, Walmart, and Amazon Prime Sales are also this month. If you are interested in the sales and want to see what I feel is a great deal and worth purchasing, follow my Shop.LTK is linked below. Subscribe to post notifications, and you won’t miss a thing. 
It’s Sunday, which means Sunday dinners, and tonight we’re doing smoked brisket. Sharing that recipe below and a few things you could have missed.
 
*Make sure to tune in on Instagram and the blog this week. I have some fun things to share
Thank you so much for being here! OX
Insider Nordstrom Sale Tips and Dates

6 Things I purchase

 

Six things I purchase Every Year

Candles

–Candles: I love the Capri blue volcano or the Voluspa candles. Even better on-sale

Volcano- A hand-poured candle made from a rich soy-wax blend and housed in a lidded glass jar—is perfect for gifting. The volcano candle is the ideal blend of citrus and sugar notes. This fragrance is simply unforgettable, like the excitement and energy of a summer night rendezvous. SALE $22.90; after-sale $34.00. I burn this candle year-round and love grabbing a couple when they are on sale.

Voluspa-Voluspa handcrafts an incredible range of scents that are as inspired, complex, and beautiful as you are, set in radiantly sophisticated glass that elevates every room and every mood—a 3-pack of their best-sellers for $55.99 after the sale for $84.00.

 

 

Beauty

 –Khiels lotion is so good.- Refill or 33.8oz bottle = A superb all-over body moisturizer. Sale $60 after sale $93  This lotion keeps my dry skin moisturized, so soft and smooth. It’s a must-have if you live in a dry climate. 

 

–Charlotte Tilbury’s makeup: I like any of her makeup. I love buying the Nordstrom sets. A three-piece lip kit in the universally loved Pillow Talk hue features everything you need for a classic nude-pink lip. Now $65 after sale $95

 

  –  Donna Karen Cashmere deodorant is my all-time favorite, and this three-pack lasts me all year:)! I adore the smell, and it works so well. Cashmere Mist Deodorant & Antiperspirant Trio. A set of three effective deodorants and antiperspirants infused with the iconic Cashmere Mist scent. Sale $72.00 after Sale $96.00-

 

 

Fashion

Shoes -I love fall shoes and always pick up a few on the sale; I’ve created a list of my picks below.

Outerwear—A jacket and blazer are always great items to pick up on sale. You can get deep discounts on great brands you’ll wear all Fall and winter and build your wardrobe. Here are a few I love this year. 

 

Shop my Fashion picks below:

Jackets/ Blazers

 

Shoes and Boots

 

💕Remember, Wearing a smile is your most important accessory!

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June’s 12 Best Sellers

June’s 12 Best Sellers

Hello Pretty Ladies,

June is officially over, and man, was it a blur. From a vacation in Colorado, throwing a large bridal shower, and entertaining family in town, the actual start of summer, which is when you can start to work in your yard in Utah, we finish our deck remodel, Save a kitten, off the highway, Shes doing excellent by the way. Then, I head out of town for a weekend with my hubby in Park City. I feel like I lost a month of Summer. 

Why is it winter is eight months long, and Summer flies by? July is another month that becomes a blur. July 4 is so fast, and all the Crazy sales start for Back to School and Fall! The Nordstrom sale Starts July 9, Walmart the 8th-11th, Target July 7th-13th, and Amazon Prime July 16-17th. Will you be shopping the Big 4 sales? If so, I would love to know what you are shopping for and if you want me to showcase anything special. Comment below if you have any questions for me. 

About the July Sales

I’ll share the six items I purchase yearly from Nordstrom and my picks on Amazon Prime sale, my favorite pick from each, what I believe is too good of a sale not to grab, and some gift ideas. 

As for the Nordstrom sale, I will do an in-store try-on; you loved the one I did last year, as I know it helps you see how they fit. Here is last year’s Try-on. I have already noticed that several of my BEST SELLERS from previous years are on sale again this year, and if you plan on grabbing a sale item or two, you might want to add them to your wish list to have them ready when you can shop. If you’re interested in shopping for sales, sign up for my post alerts on ShopLTK. This will help you see the posts first. You can do that HERE.

Please remember that I am sharing things that caught my eye, which are great and will help you build your wardrobe. But by no means don’t feel like you have to shop just because they’re on sale. I always say it’s only a good deal if you wear and style it in multiple ways. 

View My Nordstrom Shopping Tips Here. 

June's 12 Best Sellers

June’s 12 Best Sellers

  1. Stripe Tank Top—Loft tank tops are a closet staple. They’re comfortable and great to layer or wear alone. 

2. Self-Tanner   – Loving Tan- Self-tanner Use Code: DARCYMITT will receive a free tanning mitt.

3. Spanx– Stripe Air Essentials Maxi Dress- I adore how soft this dress is. This dress is also easy to style, perfect for travel, and can be worn in multiple seasons by layering. It fits true to size and works for tall girls who have it in petite sizes.

SAVE 10% off all Spanx with my CODE: DEARDARCYXSPANX. Great free shipping and returns, too

4. Crochet Kimono—Chico’s Crochet Cotton Kimono has an easy-breezy style. This design features a delicate lace crochet construction and a scalloped hem that adds movement and flair. Pair it with a Microfiber Tank for all-day comfort and style.

5. Amazon find– Sunglasses $14.99-SOJOS Trendy Oversized Hexagonal Sunglasses 

6. Acrylic Block Heel– Crafted with a soft, slightly padded leather upper, this design features a Lucite gem-shaped heel. Brimming with style, they’re perfect for pairing with pants, jeans, or dresses. On SALE $27.98-34.98

You’re halfway through my Best Sellers

7. Straw Bag -$24.99

8. Snack Holder– Amazon find, perfect for travel

9. Denim shorts– by Spanx-denim shorts are flattering, fit true to size, and are perfect for dressing up or down.

SAVE 10% off all Spanx with my CODE: DEARDARCYXSPANX. Great free shipping and returns, too

10. Leather Slide Sandals– by Chico’s-Crafted with a soft leather upper with PU hand-inked edges, these slip-on slides feature memory foam sock padding that offers an accurate fit and ease in each step. Brimming with style, they’re perfect for pairing with cropped pants, jeans, or dresses. On sale for $27.98

11. Charlotte Tilbury– New Lip Plumper- Pillow Talk Big Lip Plumpgasm Plumping Lip Gloss

12. Citrus dress—Chico’s Silk Blend Tropical Shirt Dress is a favorite for this season. This design features a colorful tropical print on luxurious cotton and silk blend fabric. It also has a drop waist fit with a concealed 3/4 front placket and a removable tie waist belt. Pair this dress with sandals throughout the transitioning season. Sale 50% off Now $79

June's 12 Best Sellers

 

 

 

A quick Recap of the Best Sellers and Links Below:

Tank Top| Loving Tan| Spanx Dress| Sunglasses| Block Heel| Straw Bag| Snack Holder| Shorts| Slides| Lip|Citrus Dress

 

Shop the Post Below:

 

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Easy Berry Lemon Tart Recipe

Easy Berry Lemon Tart Recipe

Easy Berry Lemon Tart Recipe

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

— My Twist on An Easy Berry Lemon Tart Recipe—

Are you hosting or headed to a Party for the 4th? I have an easy and fun twist on a lemon tart. Perfect for the 4th Easy Berry Lemon Tart Recipe, a recipe that is light & fresh, has a little crunch, and tastes so good. It is easy to make and looks so festive for the 4th of July. Trust me, you’ll use my Lemon Curd whipping cream on everything.

I was playing with a recipe for this dessert. I had all these beautiful red and blue berries, and I always had heavy cream and a jar of lemon curd. However, I didn’t have pie crust on hand, and I was lazy and didn’t want to make it from scratch. I did have some fillo dough on hand, so I thought I’d create a dessert for Sunday dinner to test out on the family. 

I could have served the berries with just my lemon curd whipping cream because that is so yummy! It’s excellent with pound cake or any white or yellow cake as well.  WATCH MY VIDEO HERE

Easy Berry Lemon Tart Recipe

Easy Berry Lemon Tart Recipe

The Families Vote:

Ben is Dutch and loves European desserts. He loved them! He said he loved the little crunch and that it reminded him of Europe. 

Hudson and Kayla loved it and the little twist. Hampton liked the berries and whipped cream (he’s not really a pie or pastry lover, so I was expecting that). Now, as for me… I love a good pie crust and even like a thicker doughy pie crust, so I missed the crust. So, with that said, I loved how easy it was to make, and it was beautiful and fun to try something different. 

Easy Berry Lemon Tart Recipe

Ingredients:

Fillo Dough followed the directions on the package. You could also use puff pastry, Pie crust, or pre-made mini tarts. 

– 1/2 cube butter melted

– Fresh berries= Strawberries🍓Blueberries 🫐 Blackberries and Raspberries  sliced 

-Fresh Mint 🍃

– 2 Cups Heavy Cream 🍨

-1/2 cup – 1 cup Powdered Sugar

-Lemon Curd: I like Bonne Maman

Easy Berry Lemon Tart Recipe

Quick overview on How to prepare and assemble

Assemble Fillo and bake according to the direction. 

Wash berries and let dry.

While Fillo dough is baking, make Lemon whipping cream (recipe below), chill whipping cream, and slice berries … (raspberries and blackberries in 1/2, Strawberries into thin slices, and blueberries left whole.)

Make yourself one of my Berry lemonade spritzers 🍋🍃🫐  Recipe HERE,  While the dough is cooling… 

Once the dough is cooled, the fun part begins… assembly 🍨🍓🫐🍃

Add a generous amount of lemon whipping cream to the baked dough… and decorate the tops with fresh berries and mint to look like flowers🍃🫐🍓 

Chill until ready to serve

You can dust it with powdered sugar for a little extra touch!

Easy Berry Lemon Tart Recipe

I adore my kitchen aid mixer and use it every week. A must-have! Mine is on sale HERE 

It’s a slightly different version and under $250, which is an amazing deal. HERE

Lemon Curd Whipping Cream

2 cups heavy cream cold 

1/2 to a cup of powdered sugar. (Make it as sweet as you like) 

Three large tablespoons of lemon curd 

Place whipping cream in a mixer and mix until it starts to peak. Add powdered sugar to your liking and mix into stiff peaks. Then add the lemon curd and continue to mix until blended. Refrigerate until ready to assemble. 

🍨🍋 My Lemon Whipped cream is so good served with a tray of fresh fruit and delicious with pound cake for an even easier dessert! It’s also great on ice cream and on top of a lemonade cocktail.

Easy Berry Lemon Tart Recipe

💕Remember, Wearing a smile is your most important accessory!

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Friday’s Favorites and Weekend Sale Round Up!

Friday’s Favorites and Weekend Sale Round Up!

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Another week is flying by, and it’s hard to believe it’s the last few days of June. Ben and I are headed out of town for some stay-cation in Park City. He booked it forever ago, and he’s looking forward to a bit of downtime. If we stay home, he continues to work at our or someone else’s home, so he likes to book several local weekend trips a year.

Let’s catch up

July is a busy month, with all the BIG sales, the Nordstrom sale, Amazon Prime days, and Walmart & Target having to get into the game. I’ll be covering my favorite picks and things I have purchased, but I would love to know if there is something you want me to cover or review. Comment below with your questions and what sales you’re looking forward to. It’s great to start creating your wish lists now.  here are a couple of favorite THINGS I recommend Purchashing if you don’t have Spanx| Free People Sweater| Pillow Talk| New Balance 327| 

Excited this year that a couple of brands I have loved and purchased from have reached out to partner with me. Can’t wait to share the items and show you how I will style them. 

I look forward to a July girlfriends/work trip with some of my favorite Midlife blogger friends. Mixing work and play is always a good time. Do you have any guesses as to whom I will be meeting?

July also means we’re in countdown mode for our son’s wedding.  August 24th is going to come up fast.  My dress arrived yesterday and fit perfectly, so that is a check off my list. I need to start working on the welcome boxes, and I still have some details to finish up for the rehearsal party. Say party because it’s a Black Tie destination wedding, and we invited everyone who will be in town on Friday to attend the more casual Lake Party after the rehearsal. 

Friday's Favorites and Weekend Sale Round Up!

Now, let’s get to the Weekend Sales.

Anthropologie– Extra 50% OFF SALE

Avara– Several sale styles under $25

Banana Republic Factory–50% -70% off everything

Chico’s–25% off the entire purchase – View all my picks and see what Chico’s pieces I used on my TV segment HERE.

This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites

Colleen Rothschild– 20% off with my code DARCY20

GAP FACTORY – 50% off + FREE SHIPPING

GIBSONLOOK – Up to 60% off sale, plus 10% off full-priced items with code 

H & M– Summer Sale: up to 60% off

J.CREW–  50% off summer styles

J.CREW FACTORY– 4th of July 50%-70% off entire store 

Julie Vos– Up to 60% off substantial sale sections and best sellers.

This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites

Lisi Lurch– Summer Sale huge selection of BEST SELLERS 50% off 

Loft – 40% off  your purchase

MacKenzie-Childs– up to 60% off clearance

Neiman Marcus– $50 – $200 off select styles

NORDSTROM– Limited-time sales up to 70% off

PRINTFRESH -Flash Sale Friday Up to 30% off PJ’s sets under $100

Spanx– up to 70% off many styles (only happens twice a year) 

SummerSalt– 30% off swimwear and cover-ups with code SPF30.  ee my Video Here

This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites

TULA– 30% OFF GET THE GLOW SALE, Bestsellers

Tuckernuck– shop the Sale Section HERE off everything.  se code CYBER

(Click on the store name to take you to the sale.)

ULTA– BIG Summer Beauty Sale- 5X THE POINTS |PLUS SEVERAL FREE GIFTS, FREE | 13-PIECE BEAUTY BAG WITH $90 PURCHASE

Walmart– Flash Deals you don’t want to miss

 

Thank you for stopping by. 

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

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2 Over 40 Outfit Inspirations

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

4th of July Outfit Inspirations:

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

Today, I am sharing the 4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40. These outfits range from easy outfits you can create from your closet, using the traditional color theme of red, white, and blue, to a couple of kitschy looks with stars and flags. 

I am sharing easy, peezy outfits that say the 4th of July without having a flag or stars to say the 4th of July. You can grab your Red, white, and blue pieces out of your wardrobe all summer, and pairing them together creates a Holiday look without having a 4th of July star or flag item. Stripes are one of my favorite things, and I love that you can mix a bold stripe and a small stripe to a solid and get a great vibe. Another trick to get a festive look without wearing a big Star or Flag is adding a mini star or flag print as a small detail on a scarf to tie on a bag or a simple accessory like an earring. This little detail adds that 4th of July touch to an outfit without screaming the 4th.

Today is our monthly blog hop, and it is always fun to see what my girlfriends Dawn, Suzanne, and Cindy are sharing on the monthly topic over on their blogs. The 4th of July is a week away, and that seems like an appropriate topic. Their blogs are linked at the end of this post. 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

Shop the Pieces in the photos below:

 

 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

SPANX SHORTS $55| Tank top| Striped Tee| Sandals | Red Bag| 

 

Want a fun 4th of July Tablescape or inspo on decorating your front porch/entryway? View the one I did a couple of years ago HERE. Also, I have some family favorite side dishes for your BBQ or 4th entertaining HERE—cocktails for the 4th HERE and a post on decorating your front porch/entryway. 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

Shop the Amazon pieces below:

 

 

 

Tips on shopping your closet:

To create the looks below from your closet, look for something you have similar, whether it’s the color or the style; something similar will still give out the same feel. 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

I did an Amazon haul at the beginning of Summer with great basics that happened to be in the color theme of the 4th of July. I chose these colors simply because they felt like summer to me, and then I realized I picked the perfect colors for the 4th of July, which is also a great Summer season color palette. 

Shop the look HERE page below:

 

The Flag sweater is so cute, and I love it printed in this season’s hottest color: Cornflower blue. I’ve been crushing on this color, and when I saw it, I had to have it. The flag sweater reminds me of a preppy Ralph Loren polo and is a classic in my eyes. A flag also has a coastal vibe to it, making it perfect to wear all summer long. Shop the look HERE.

The Red Stripe Amazon maxi dress has been a repeat best-seller for me. Easy to wear all summer long. I paired the dress with a denim shirt around the waist, a caramel tote, and Tory Burch Miller sandals. Shop the look HERE. 

Shop the Spanx denim shorts HERE, the Red and white stripe Spanx top HERE, and the Sandals HERE

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

I purchased this off-the-shoulder top from the Banana Republic factory (last year), which is linked to a similar Fits TTS; these best-selling wide cuff two button-front jeans are from Amazon for $39. These come in and out of stock. Because they sell so fast, and they fit true to size. Excellent quality for the price✔️Cashmere sweater fits tts. Tory Burch Miller is in red TTS, Lisi Lurch bracelets, and a Laudi Vindi custom bag, which is genuine leather. It is so beautiful, as are Amazon raffia ball earrings. SHOP the look HERE

 

 

This bright, cheery Red gives a fun little twist, perfect for the entire summer social season while looking classic. 3/4 Sleeve Air Essential Tee Spanx. Monogrammed Tote HERE use code DARCY20 to save 20%| Madison Masion Red Tennis Shoes HERE save 15% with code DARCY15| Julie Vos Julie HERE| Spanx White Twill pants HERE| Spanx striped top HERE

*SAVE 10% off all Spanx with my CODE: DEARDARCYXSPANX. Great free shipping and returns, too

 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

These flattering, affordable, and easy-to-wear dresses will last you all summer. They can be worn dressed down or up, which makes them great to pack for vacation as well. 

Shop the above looks BELOW:

 

 

4th of July Outfit Inspirations: Over 40

The lemon whipped cream and fresh fruit tart recipe is coming on Sunday. 

 

SAVE 10% off all Spanx with my CODE: DEARDARCYXSPANX. Great free shipping and returns, too

 

BLOG HOP⬇️

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

Suzanne With @crazyblondelifeblog and her Blog Crazy Blonde Life Blog

Cindy With @lululoves7_and her Blog Lulu Loves 7

 

💕Remember, Wearing a smile is your most important accessory!

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5 Star Spa in Colorado-Relache Spa at The Gaylord Resort

5 Star Spa in Colorado-Relache Spa at The Gaylord Resort

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Happy Saturday! I hope you’re treating yourself to a bit of self-care this weekend. Taking a little time for yourself is always essential. At the beginning of the month, Ben and I had the opportunity to head to Colorado for a relaxing couples vacation at the Gaylord Rockies Resort. What a fabulous resort—stunning architecture, 5-star amenities, and fantastic staff. I’ll be sharing more about the resort and our experiences later. 

Today, I want to talk about the Spa-Relache Spa. This top-notch spa service is the perfect way to treat yourself and your spouse on vacation. If you live in Colorado, you need to book an appointment. We started our day with a coffee and a walk on the hotel’s beautiful grounds, which have walking paths, then headed to the Spa for our couples massage appointment. 

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5 Star Spa in Colorado-Relache Spa at The Gaylord Resort

 

5 Star Spa in Colorado-Relache Spa at The Gaylord Resort

Spa Overview

The Relache Spa is probably one of the most beautifully designed spas I’ve ever been to. With every attention to detail, complete luxury is available from the moment you step into the dressing rooms and relaxing rooms to the staff they hire and down to the snacks they serve. This is a full-service spa with a full-product boutique carrying high-quality products and local products sourced from local farms and honey. 

 

The staff at the Relache’

Talk about friendly, knowledgeable staff. You are given a one-on-one tour of the facilities before being shown to your personal lockers to change for your treatment. The staff also shows you everything you may use to get the most out of your treatment and make your experience as relaxing as possible. 

Our Masseuses, Tayler, and Megan, were sweet and attentive to our needs and wishes regarding the type of massage we wanted. 

Dressing Rooms

The dressing rooms are state of the art, with a cold dunk shower, a steam room, and private showers, all with the amenities of a home equipped with any toiletries you need. Private lookers with cozy robes and comfortable slippers. It has a sleek, modern feel and uses warm woods and relaxing tones.

After Ben and I each had our tours, we took our time getting ready for our massages and used the amenities in the dressing rooms. Then, we headed to the relaxation room to enjoy ourselves before our service. 

5 Star Spa in Colorado-Relache Spa at The Gaylord Resort

5 Star Spa in Colorado-Relache Spa at The Gaylord Resort

The Relaxation Room

When you walk into the relaxation room, you feel like you just stepped into a luxury multimillion-dollar living room—stunning, tranquil, relaxing yet elegant and cozy. I have never been in a spa relaxation room designed with the detail and thought of this space.

It has a stunning fireplace, beautiful furniture, and a soft, tranquil color palette. There are lovely books and magazines to read while you curl up on a plush lounge chair in front of the fire. They also have beautiful gauze-covered private lounges if you wish to hide away.

They serve fresh fruits, deliciously flavored waters, homemade chocolates, and trail mixes. Seriously, it’s a pampering experience to spend time in this space before and after your treatment. After your treatment, you are served a cocktail in the relaxation room. 

5 Star Spa in Colorado-Relache Spa at The Gaylord Resort

The Massage

Ben and I agreed it was probably the best massage we have had in a long time, if not ever. They do not use their elbows or forearms. There was the pressure we wanted while they used their hands and paid attention to our needs and wants. It was relaxing, yet they still worked on our problem areas. 

We had appointments for 50-minute Custom Massages, which included two add-ons. We chose CBD body oil and CBD pain Cream. They also used Recover Massage oil and Sweet Cheeks lotion on Ben and Honey Kiss lotion on me.

Below is their description of the Custom Massage:

Custom Massage – 50 Minutes

Your massage therapist will discuss your service goals before customizing the perfect treatment for your body and mind. Whether you are seeking deep relaxation or more therapeutic work, this session is tailor-built for you and includes credit to use for our various enhancements.

Treatment Add-ons

  • CBD Full Body Oil- Melt away stress, inflammation, and anxiety with this enhanced oil
  • CBD Spot Treatment- Melt away inflammation and pain with this enhanced cream spot therapy

 

5 Star Spa in Colorado-Relache Spa at The Gaylord Resort

 

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This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites

This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites
This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites
 
Hello Pretty Ladies,
 Happy Summer! This month has been a whirlwind with all the family events, such as the bridal shower I threw for my future daughter-in-love, a trip, family in town, and now nursing the kitty I saved. So, I’ve been on the go! 
July 4th is coming up fast. I’m sharing a few things I think you’ll love that have been great sellers for me, as well as a few of my favorites, like this darling Crochet Kimono, these Amazon BEST SELLERS, a few purchases, and a few items on sale.

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This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites

SPANX SHORTS $55| Tank top| Striped Tee| Sandals | Red Bag| 

Sale Recap

Ann Taylor– up to 50%

Avara– 30% off exclusive dresses with code DRESS30

Banana Republic Factory–50% off everything

 

Chico’s– $25 off every $100 spent – View all my picks and see what Chico’s pieces I used on my TV segment HERE.

This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites

Colleen Rothschild– 20% + off on her skin HydrationBestsellerss

GAP FACTORY – 60% off + FREE SHIPPING

GIBSONLOOK – Up to 60% off sale, plus 10% off full-priced items with code 

H & M– Summer Sale: up to 60% off

J.CREW–  extra 50% off sale styles starting at $24.50

J.CREW FACTORY– up to 60% off everything + extra 20% off $100+

Julie Vos– Up to 60% off substantial sale sections and best sellers.

This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites

Kendra Scott -2 for $75 sale

Lisi Lurch– Summer Sale huge selection of BEST SELLERS 50% off 

Loft -FRIDAY ONLY 60% off Lou & Grey

MacKenzie-Childs– up to 60% off clearance

Neiman Marcus– $50 – $200 off select styles

NORDSTROM–  Up to 50% off Half Yearly sale

PRINTFRESH -Flash Sale Friday Up to 30% off

Spanx– up to 70% off many styles (only happens twice a year) 

This Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss-Friday Favorites

TULA– 30% OFF GET THE GLOW SALE, Bestsellers

Tuckernuck– shop the Sale Section HERE off everything. Use code CYBER

(Click on the store name to take you to the sale.)

 

 

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Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico’s

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico’s

Hello Pretty Ladies,

The First day of Summer is just a couple of weeks away, and I am so excited for the outdoor season to start. If you’re like me, you love all the outdoor time, evenings on the porch, pool days, summer travel, and social time. I adore being in my yard and garden; even if it’s a lot of work, it’s therapeutic. I’ve even got my Summer book list picked for those pool days and porch moments. I’ll share about that next week.

If you follow me on the gram, you know I just returned from a Colorado vacation with my hubby, and Now I am in full bridal shower mode. The party is on Saturday, and if that wasn’t enough, I have a Fashion Fix styling segment on Good Things Utah Tomorrow. So, to say I am running in a hundred directions would be true. With that said, today, I am sharing a summer capsule wardrobe with Chico’s that is perfect for the summer social season. 

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Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's

Summer is the social season, with BBQs, picnics, 4th of July events, concerts, and garden parties. Summer is full of fun events and activities, and I have some fun must-have wardrobe builders from Chico’s that are perfect for your summer capsule. You can mix and match all season long.

To look fabulous, put together, and on-trend at any age for any summer social.

Why create a capsule wardrobe

  • Makes dressing easy
  • Items can mix and match
  • You only need a few key pieces, which helps save money
  • Helps packing for travel

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's

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Shop the crochet look below:

 

 

 

Summer Fabric’s

From this season’s must-have linens in pops of Color to Denim in styles that will make you look chic and on-trend with the comfort you’ll live in, add a little boho to your look with crochet textures and details.  

 Flattering wide-leg crop jeans and frayed-hem Bermuda shorts are just the perfect length. These pieces can be worn casually or dressed up. I adore the Linen Culotte pants; they are easy to wear and look chic for daily or travel wear.

Linen Button up| Linen Shirt Dress| Linen Culotte Pants | Denim Frayed Hem Shorts| Denim Wide Leg Crop Pants | Red Shorts

Crochet Kimono| White Tank| 

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's

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Summer Print’s 

The cutest citrus-printed dress makes a statement and is perfect for any Garden Party, Bridal Shower, or Lunch date. Summer wouldn’t be complete without a few stars and stripes, ideal for the 4th of July but subtle enough for a BBQ or Picnic. 

Chico’s Summer Launch is full of Color and festive Prints. I wish I had Grabbed this No Iron Palms shirt; the greens and turquoise with a pop of mustard are stunning. This was another top I was crushing on, a Floral eyelet Shirt.

Do you love the Citrus Dress print but don’t love dresses? You can also get it in a button-up Shirt. 

Citrus Dress| Stars & Stripes Top| 

 

Summer accessories

Accessories always finish off the look, and this season’s shoes, sunglasses, and jewelry don’t disappoint. 

Red, white, and blue Readers|Red earrings| STRAW SUN hat| Gold square Hoops| Gold Link Necklace|Aviator Sunglasses|  Clear Lucite Earrings|and The Hat is on sale for under $40.

Arm stack or as I like to call it, Arm Candy- Bracelet |Bracelet | Bracelet |Bracelet |Bracelet | Bracelet| 

Coral wedge sandals| Acrylic heel Sandals | Ruffle Sandals | Leather Slides| All of the sandals are on Major sale for $39.98! Typically, all over $100

Summer Capsule Wardrobe with Chico's

Watermelon linen shirt Dress and accessories I styled with it | Shop the Look Here 

 

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Mays 12 Best Sellers

Mays 12 Best Sellers

Hello Pretty Ladies,

May flew by, and June is here, which means the first day of Summer is fast approaching. From the look of my May Best Sellers, you ladies can’t wait for Summer to arrive. You’ve shopped some of my fun summer affordable picks and made them best sellers. From the Best Self Tanner, cute dresses, A great Spanx Swimsuit, an affordable straw bag, and $14.99 sunglasses that look over $100. You’ll use these Best sellers all Summer long. 

At the end of every month, I look forward to looking back and seeing what you ladies loved and what you purchased to make the top 12 Bestsellers. It’s fun to see things I love and that you love as well. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being here; I genuinely appreciate it and am so grateful that what I share resonates with you. Thank you for shopping with me, OX

Mays 12 Best Sellers

Mays 12 Best Sellers

1. Spanx – Swim Suit two-piece Top Bottom

SAVE 10% off all Spanx with my CODE: DEARDARCYXSPANX. Great free shipping and returns, too

2. Loving Tan –Self-Tanner

Use Code: DARCYMITT to receive a Free tanning mitt

3. Floral Maxi Dress-$96Blossom Breeze Sky Blue Multi Floral Maxi Dress

4. Madewell– Embroidered Aline top, 100% Linen

5. Amazon find– Sunglasses $14.99-SOJOS Trendy Oversized Hexagonal Sunglasses 

6. Buckle slides– 50% off use code: 50DARCYV Now $24.99

7. Straw Bag -$24.99

8. Lisi Lurch—Gold Bead Bracelets & Gold Bamboo—These are my go-to everyday bracelets. The Georgia gold beaded statement bracelet from Lisi Lerch and New Lucy Bracelet Stack—Bamboo Acrylic adds a little pop to your everyday outfits.

9. Denim shorts– by Spanx 

10. Rancher Hat– Anthropologie|Inspired by the laidback Southern California lifestyle, Wyeth sun hats, wool felts, and caps offer modern takes on classic designs. Handmade with natural 100% raffia straw, genuine suede leather and soft Australian wool felt, Wyeth’s versatile hats are the go-to for those with an eye for quality and style.

11. Charlotte Tilbury– New Lip Plumper- Pillow Talk Big Lip Plumpgasm Plumping Lip Gloss

 

12. Banana Republic –Linen Dress  sale $44- Blend Popover Mini Dress

 

 

A quick Recap of the Best Sellers and Links Below:

Spanx| Loving Tan| Floral Maxi| Madewell| Sunglasses| Buckle Slides| Straw Bag| Bracelets| Shorts| Hat| Lip| Linen Dress

 

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