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By D'Arcy Vandenberg

6 July Empty Beauty Products

6 July Empty Beauty Products

Hello Pretty Ladies,

This week, I feel like I skipped a few days! August is just flying by. Over on Instagram, I did a fun collab with the girls who went on the Rhode Island Trip with me. It was a fun and a little silly recap from morning into night. If you didn’t see it, you should go check it out. I also shared a recap from Ben and me’s Gaylord Couples Trip on Instagram with an entire blog post with all the details. Read that here.

Let’s get to today’s topic. I tried and tested out beauty products. I like to call the “empties” products I tried out until emptied and tested to provide you with that honest review. Yesterday, I made a whole video on Instagram, discussing each product and giving my honest thoughts (maybe too real) on all six products. Head over to Instagram to view. I think you’ll like it and find it informative.

  Here on the blog, I am giving you the product, some ingredients, and the product links.

 

6 July Empty Beauty Products

Shop my Chico’s button up Top and Arm candy below:

 

 

6 July Empty Beauty Products

6 July empty’s:

I used up and reordered beauty products in July. 

The 6 Beauty products

–Colleen Rothschild– Quench & Shine Restorative  shampoo 

–Colleen Rothschild– VitC brightening serum; if you’re not using a vitC serum, this is a game changer for your skin. USE code DARCY20 to save 20% off all Colleen Rothschild purchase 

Tula-Probiotic & superfoods skincare – The cult classic purifying face cleanser. Use code  DARCY15 for 15% off.

Impress—Skin toner pads—anti-aging tone pads with desert botanicals. Cruelty, paraben, and sulfate-free. Three different alternating pads. A skincare routine that has been simplified to one pad application per day. Use code  DARCY40 to save 40% off.

Laroche-Posay—Lipikar triple repair moisturizing cream—Shea butter, ceramide, and dermatologist-approved recommended for Extra-Dry Skin—body and face cream. This made my skin so soft and smooth.

Elizabeth Arden– Flawless Finish -The foundation is now infused with micronized diamond powder to reflect light and instantly diminish discolorations and fine lines to give you a perfectly even, radiant finish. This cream makeup provides medium to full coverage and comes in a convenient compact with an applicator and mirror. I can’t say enough about this foundation. 

Watch my latest video HERE.6 July Empty Beauty Products

Live life stylishly and look good at any age.

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Patriotic Lime & Berry Spritzer Recipe

Patriotic Lime & Berry Spritzer Recipe

 

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Are you Cheering on the USA? Today, I share a fun and easy Patriotic Lime & Berry Spritzer. Make it a cocktail or mocktail..either way, it’s festive and yummy. Perfect if you’re throwing a closing ceremony party

I hope you had a great July! It went way too fast, with the 4th of July, Our Son’s Birthday, a couples getaway, and a girls’ trip! We’re in wedding month; our oldest gets married on the 24th. I can’t believe how fast a year went by. Exciting times and a month ahead! 
Summer does need to slow down.
Patriotic Lime & Berry Spritzer Recipe

Today’s little catch-up

The Nordstrom sale ends TODAY. I shared my picks on several prior blog posts; most are still available or have been restocked! So, many get items to grab at deep discounts. This is where I shared my favorite things: What I purchased, a couple of great things to pick up that you rarely find on sale HERE, and a few fun surprises. These blog posts are dedicated to helping you out if you’re interested in shopping the sale, and my LTK shop Nordstrom collection tab is shared HERE.
 
August is back-to-school for many, and several are trying to get in the last of their summer vacations. I’ve been sharing outfit inspirations for teachers and vacations in 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 having Grilled Steak and veggies, Pom fritz, Fresh fruit, and Homemade Rolls. I’m sharing a recipe for one of my favorite salads and a few things you could have missed. Watch my video HERE.
 
*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
 
Patriotic Lime & Berry Spritzer Recipe
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Cheering on the USA  Cocktail Idea

I’m sharing a fun and easy Patriotic Lime & Berry Spritzer. Make it a cocktail or mocktail—either way, it’s festive and yummy. It’s perfect if you’re throwing a closing ceremony party. Something I love about this cocktail is the fruit-filled ice cubes; they are complete and pretty, making cocktails easy. Adding flavor to your ice cubes takes away work later, and you can make several cocktails at a time. 

Patriotic Lime & Berry Spritzer Recipe

Recipe:

Raspberries 

Blueberries 

Mint

Limeade (I like Trader Joe’s sparkling limeade)

Raspberry sparkling water 

White rum 

You’ll need larger ice cube trays; I like the round citrus-shaped ones, an Amazon find I use often. Grab them HERE

Making the Ice Cubes: Fill the trays with raspberries, blueberries, and a mint sprig, then top off with raspberry sparkling water and freeze.

Creating the cocktail:

Place 1 or 2 ice cubes in your glass, add a shot of rum if making a cocktail, pour limeade over, and stir. 

(If you don’t like your cocktails very sweet, use 1/2 limeade and 1/2 Raspberry sparkling water) It’s that easy

To make it a mocktail, add ice cubes and limeade.

If you don’t have Trader Joe’s sparkling limeade, use regular limeade in the freezer section, make it as directed, and then add sparkling water. 

Patriotic Lime & Berry Spritzer Recipe

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12 July Best Sellers You Loved

12 July Best Sellers You Loved

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Happy Friday! I am doing a quick recap of July’s bestsellers, the items you loved, and the best sellers you made for July. Some of these items were on the Nordstrom Anniversary sale, and a few were just great Amazon finds, while a couple of them, the Eric Javits Bag and BudhaGirl Bracelets, are a little bit of a splurge; you fell in love with them as I did. 

A minor life update: We are officially on the wedding countdown. Our son gets married on August 24, 2024, and Next week, I will be sharing a recap of the Bridal shower I threw for his future bride, Mother of the groom dresses, and a couple of other fun wedding-type posts, so stay tuned. 

Now, let’s get to the Best seller’s

12 July Best Sellers You Loved

 

 

Items YOU loved and purchased

 

  1. Wit & Wisdom Top is perfect for the fall transition. It fits TTS, has sweet eyelet details, and is ideal for summer to fall transition. Also on Sale $46.80

 2. Budha girl– 3 kings all-weather bangles

 3. Wit & Wisdom denim Wide leg cuff jeans fit tts 

4. Treasure and Bond -Crew-neck sweater: $69.50, available in 4 colors. I suggest sizing it down, as it runs a little big. It’s the perfect sweater to wear now, on chilly evenings, and in the winter. 

5. Amazon find sunglasses $14.99

6. Cap toe ballet flat JCrew  on sale tts, on also this pair from Nordstrom for $89

7. Eric Jarvit’s raffia and leather trim tote with make-up bag included a bag I’ve used all summer. NOW on SALE 30% off

8. The best snack tote- has dividers and a lid with handles for easy travel and keeping food separate. Amazon finds

9. Another Amazon Find is this travel steamer, which is portable and compact yet strong enough to steam three dresses with one water tank. 

 10. Chico’s sandal slides are cushioning and comfortable, and they’re on sale for $39.98. These go with anything from shorts to Dresses, and they’re even cute with jeans and a tee.

11. Buxom lip plumper new color 

12. Sweater dress,  Wool & cashmere blend dress I would size down, perfect for fall with boots and layered up:)

Here are a few pieces I’ve loved

I have several of these items styled over on my Liketoknowit storefront. 

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10 Favorite Things I am Loving

10 Favorite Things I Am Loving

Hello, pretty ladies,

I hope your July was a good one. I feel like I just asked you about June! These summer months seem to fly by.

Our oldest son is getting married on August 24th, and I know it will be here so fast. As we’re getting closer, I’ve been emotional several times. Maybe this will help me have my emotions under control by the wedding week. 

I haven’t done a Favorite Things wrap-up in a while, where I share what I have been loving and wearing or using on repeat. I thought sharing for our monthly blog hop with Dawn, Cindy, and Suzanne today would be fun. They’ll be sharing their July Best Sellers, favorites for summer, or things they love. Their blogs are linked below, so head over to them and see what they shared today.

—Things I am loving lately—

I could say “Favorite Things,” but my True favorite things aren’t “things”… It’s family, & friends, entertaining/hosting, making a home a home-cooking, gardening and traveling, and wandering boutiques, bookstores, and antique stores. 

So, with that said …. Things I am loving lately will do! Ox

10 Favorite Things 

Fashion

Eric Javits, budha girls, jeffery campbell

Eric Jervits bag, Budha Girl Bracelets, Jeffery Campbell sandals

Bags

Eric Jervits has a straw/rattan bag that comes with a clutch. The quality is impressive. It is fully lined, and the leather trim detail makes it sturdy and a piece you can use season after season. It truly goes with everything from pool attire to shorts and dresses.

Amazon Seamless Panties– If you love skims or hanky-panky thong panties, you’ll love these seamless packs of the BEST buttery-soft panties for under $19. They stay put, don’t roll, and are genuinely seamless—no panty lines, no matter what you wear! I give these as gifts to my girlfriends who like things, and they adore them and always purchase more! This is a genuine BEST SELLER for me.

Shoes

Jeffery Campell Sandals– Linques Flip Flop: A polished, link-shaped buckle and diagonally slanted square-toe top, this sleek flip-flop is crafted from smooth leather. Jeffrey Campbell consistently delivers a range of edgy, on-trend footwear, from bold shapes to versatile basics. Year after year, the fun-loving brand’s fresh, lively silhouettes delight, inspire, and never disappoint. I genuinely love his shoes, and these are a pair I’ve been living in all summer. They go with everything from shorts to linen pants, jeans, and sundresses. If you pack correctly, you could take these on a trip and go from pool to evening with these shoes.

Jeans

Oversized Cuffed Jeans– I am completely obsessed and have several pairs in various washes, brands, and price points. I’ve always loved a cuffed boyfriend’s jeans and even a straight leg. (to be honest, I’ve been wearing for years, and it’s always been a great way to wear jeans that might be just a hair too short because of my height. I could cuff them and make them look right. It always felt a little French-inspired. You can get wide-leg, patch-pocket, and straight-leg denim in various washes and price points. Let me tell you, I am in love with them all. I am sharing below all the styles I’ve been wearing on repeat for the last couple of months, and I even have this Risen pair in a lighter wash arriving tomorrow. 

Kut from the Kloth– Meg, $109 Sienna,$109 Wit & wisdom, Sale $69.99 Amazon,  $39.99 Risen, $69 Walmart $29

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Jewelry

Budha Girl Bracelets-BuDhaGirl Gold All Weather Bangles, remarkable bangles redefine elegance with their weightless, soundless, waterproof, and TSA-proof design. Crafted to perfection, each set comprises nine bangles, symbolizing intentions for the day. Wear them anywhere, as their soundless and waterproof nature ensures seamless integration into any setting. If you wear only one stack of bracelets, I will pick these! They go with everything and can even be worn in the pool. Wear it all year long. 

For the Home

things I am loving

A steamer for clothes—a clothes steamer with fast wrinkle removal and a large 300ml tank. It is ideal for all fabrics, is easy to use, is compact, and is a portable travel garment steamer. I use this every day! It’s easy to use, fills, and heats up almost instantly.

 

things I am loving

Bud vases—This small flower bud vase set of 12 features a transparent glass vase surface decorated with a retro embossed pattern. It is elegant and classic, and it can be used for center table decoration, enhancing the style of the interior space! On Sale right now, $21.99, 24% off a set of 12. I’ve used it on the dining room tables, nightstands, kitchen island, and even outside on the patio. I originally purchased them to mix with glass vases I already owned for the garden bridal shower I threw for my future daughter-in-love.

Beauty

Thrive Lip Crayons—EmpowerMatte Precision Lipstick Crayon Line, define and fill in one step. Semi-permanent Micropigments lock in this lipstick for bold, long-lasting, velvet matte lip color in 14 statement-making shades. Read my last blog post all about them HERE. I can stop wearing these lip crayons. Seriously, I’ve been wearing them daily.

Colleen Rothschild—Retinol Supreme Night The oil refines skin tone and texture, fights age spots, and improves dullness. In the morning, you will wake to find renewed and radiant skin. Retinol Supreme Night Oil combines the regenerative benefits of retinol with the moisturizing properties of plant-based oils. The sleeping elixir uniquely combines…

  • The regenerative benefits of the highest concentration of stabilized retinol, which encourages healthy skin renewal
  • Highly potent Vitamin C to counteract the havoc brought upon by free radicals and environmental toxins
  • Nine plant-based oils which replenish moisture and help prevent irritation and flaking

I’ve been using this nightly for the last six months and noticed a change in my skin. I just finished the bottle and ordered another one.

 

Health

Armra

Armra is a pure and potent ARMRA Colonostrum concentrate. It strengthens your skin, lung, and gut barriers, optimizes your microbiome, and activates cellular health and performance to revive whole-body health.

Clinical Results¹:

86% experienced less bloating

80% improved their lean muscle mass, strength, and endurance

79% reported thicker hair

60% noticed better focus & energy

My sister told me about this problem six months ago, and I’ve used it ever since. It truly works, and I have noticed a massive change in everything it states it does. I have a code & a link that saves you 15% off. Shop HERE and use Code DARCYVANDENBERG.

things I am loving

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

 

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National Lipstick Day with Thrive Causemetics 

National Lipstick Day with Thrive Causemetics 

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Happy National Lipstick Day! What a fun way to start our week. A little lippy always perks us up, and these lip crayons by Thrive Causemetics are sure to do just that, especially on sale. I’ve been using these fantastic lip crayons every day since I received them. The colors are so good. Regan is my favorite. They are easy to apply, not drying, and last all day. Watch my Video HERE. These are a must-try, and I know they will be your new favorite lippy like mine. 

National Lipstick Day with Thrive Causemetics 

Thrive Lipstick Crayon

EmpowerMatte Precision Lipstick Crayon Line, define and fill in one step. Semi-permanent Micropigments lock in this lipstick for bold, long-lasting, velvet matte lip color.

-14 statement-making shades

-Delivers rich, opaque pigmentation that is waterproof, sweat-proof, and lasts up to 12 hours.

-Includes a built-in sharpener for flawless definition every time.

-Infused with moisturizing ingredients like shea butter, jojoba oil, and sodium hyaluronate, this game-changing matte lipstick nourishes + hydrates lips and remains comfortable to wear all day.

 

-15% off for National Lipstick Day! Pucker up and save 15%

when you buy two or more lip products with code LIPSAVE15.

National Lipstick Day with Thrive Causemetics 

Lip Crayon Colors

Megan- Light Honey

Kaisa – Dusty Rose

Patty- cool Pink

Jo- Pink Mauve 

Ruth-Peach Taupe

Rachael- Terracotta Rose

Regan- warm Plum

Evelyn- coal pink

Lara- red-orange

Linda-cherry red

Stephanie-Deep Magenta 

Brandy-Spice Brown

Dr. Sheri- Deep Brown

Rosa- Deep Berry

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National Lipstick Day with Thrive Causemetics 

Thrives Giving Mission

FOR EVERY PRODUCT PURCHASED, WE DONATE TO HELP COMMUNITIES THRIVE.

 

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Couple’s Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

Couple’s Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

Couple's Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

I have finally been able to get my full recap of Ben and I’s June getaway to Gaylord Rockies Resort up on the blog. After returning from the trip, I quickly shared our fantastic Spa experience HERE. Hopefully, you’ll enjoy my recap and want to book your next getaway. 

It’s incredible what letting go and truly living in the moment can do…Not just on vacation but in life’s daily moments as well. Let go, be a kid too… run through the sprinklers, float in the water, ride the bike, play miniature golf… Sit in the grass. Life is too short not to enjoy all the little things that used to bring us such joy as a kid. Your stress level will decrease, your happy serotonin will rise, you’ll sleep better, and you’ll wear a smile more often.

Gaylord Rockies in Colorado

This is a recap of our vacation at Gaylord Rockies in Colorado. This trip reminded me and my husband to do that, live in the moment, and do some kid things. Couple’s Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado: whether you need a family resort or couples time, Gaylord Resort has all your needs for a vacation. This resort has everything you could want, and you can check in and never have to leave the resort until you check out. That is exactly what Ben and I did. We would go back, which made us want to go to all the Gaylord resorts. 

They provide many excellent amenities for families, couples, and conventions, including an entire water park, pool, lazy river, miniature golf, Bicycle, animal adventures, and Top golf. My hubby and I decided we would enjoy all the amenities like we were kids, even though we didn’t have our family. Boy, did we have a blast and no “little” to worry about🤍 😉(Don’t get me wrong, we enjoyed those years and every moment we had with our family) But there’s something special after those years, too…. If you embrace them 🤍

Couple's Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

 

Couple's Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

The rooms at the Gaylord resort

Elevate your stay in a Mountain View or Partial Mountain View Guest Room. The stunning sunset views over the majestic Rocky Mountains and vast open Colorado sky will captivate your entire family. Available with either one king bed and sofa bed or two queen beds. Have a family. They have a Deluxe Family King room that is perfect for families.

Our Deluxe Family King rooms are perfect for families. This distinctive and comfortable room features a king bed, two televisions, and a separate, kid-friendly sleeping area with a bunk bed, two twin beds, and a scenic view.

Our room, Mountain View, has a King bed, a Sofa bed, a Mini fridge, 394 sqft/35 sqm, a Living/sitting area, Wireless internet, a Coffee/tea maker, and complimentary bottled water.

Couple's Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

Adult Time and things to do

If you want quiet adult time, Gaylord Resorts has that as well, with a private, adult-only Outdoor Spa area and beautiful Outdoor grounds with live music, fire pits, and a cocktail truck. 

We also visited the most luxurious 5-star Treatment Spa, where we enjoyed a couples massage and relaxation time. Ben also did the cold plunge and sauna. Full Blog post review HERE

Couple's Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

The Food & Dining

You can choose from fine dining with unique culinary experiences, a sports bar with top golf, a beautiful lounge with a full bar and a mini market, or poolside dining and pool services.

The Restaurants 

The Old Hickory Steak house– The ultimate Dining experience serving high-quality meat and seafood

The Fortunate Prospector– Pub is a traditional English pub with a great breakfast and yummy fish and chips. 

Embers Lodge Bar—Enjoy cocktails and small plates in the most beautiful lounge, with grand vaulted ceilings and dual fireplaces. Live music is available in the evenings. 

Mountain Pass Sports Bar– Casual menu featuring burgers, sandwiches, salads, and draft beer at our sports bar, Including the BEST soft pretzel with beer cheese

Cantina Montana– Mexican

Arapahoe Springs Bar & Grill– American poolside dining

Rockies Marketplace– American grab-and-go market

Cocoa Bean– Coffee House

 

The Cabana’s

Reserve a cabana at Arapahoe Springs Water Park for the ultimate poolside luxury and relaxation. Enjoy extra shade, a plush lounge sofa and chase seating, a flat-screen TV, and dedicated food and beverage service. One of Ben and I’s favorite things to do while on vacation is to reserve a cabana and have that private time together poolside. It’s so relaxing, and that little extra makes you feel special, having your own space without fighting crowds. 

Couple's Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

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The Water Park and Lazy River

The Indoor water park

Water Park showcases two pools – a zero-entry indoor pool and a heated year-round outdoor pool. Three water slides provide twisting and turning fun, inside and out. The indoor slide tower has two slides for thrill-seekers, while a smaller outdoor slide is a fan favorite for younger guests. Guests can relax, float along the 720-foot-long lazy river, and enjoy twisting through waterfalls, jets, and bubblers.

Couple's Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

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The Lazy River

Grab an inner tube and cool off as you float around the lazy river. The lazy river features a rocky cave, water jets, and bubblers. We reserved a cabana next to the lazy river as we knew this would be the perfect way to cool off and relax.  

The Adult Spa

Need a break from the children? Here’s your little escape

Couple's Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

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Shopping

Need a little shopping fix or forgot something? The Rookies Trading Post has everything you could need or want, from swimsuits you forgot to the latest fashion trends with some of the best brands, from Barefoot Dreams and Johhny Was to Free People and Bogg bags. It’s truly a one-stop shop with all my favorite brands. 

Activities at the resorts

Bring the family together for a fun game of giant chess, bocce ball, or cornhole on the Games Lawn. Daily, at your leisure.

-Outdoor Lawn Games

-Live music

-Outdoor firepits & Smores 

-Bike riding

-Miniature golf 

-Arts and crafts

Couple's Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

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Outdoor garden lounge

Enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine in the evening beside the outdoor fireplace, perfect for watching the sunset. This charming area has a cocktail truck, and you can also grab a smore’s kit for a sweet treat. 

Couple's Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

Couple's Vacation at Gaylord Rockies Resort in Colorado

 

Create your Vacation

No vacation plans? Create your vacation moments in your backyard… 

-Grab a book and a drink, and enjoy a break outdoors for 30 min. 

– Run through the sprinkler while watering.

-Go for a bike ride around the neighborhood 

-Poor a glass of wine, make a charcuterie board, and lay a blanket on the grass for a picnic.

– Have a fire pit? Make s’more’s

 

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

 

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Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

Happy Monday! I hope you had a great weekend. Ours was pretty busy! I had a baby shower to go to, and my nephew got into town with his friend, which meant we had a house full of boys for Sunday breakfast and dinner. My love language is cooking and hosting, so my heart was whole. 

Today kicks off the Nordstrom Sale, open for everyone to shop. Let me tell you, it’s a great sale this year. I have several blog posts and an Instagram post & Highlights with all my picks that I think you would love. Items have been selling fast, but they do restock throughout the sale. Make sure to follow me on Instagram for all the up-to-date info. I created a Nordstrom collection over on LTK HERE to make shopping for you easy. The sale goes until 8/4. With that said, I will be covering it until the end. It’s my favorite sale to shop all year, as I genuinely believe there are great pieces and deep discounts on items typically not on sale. 

My Try-on Haul HERE

Ally Shoes

Now, after that little life catch, let’s get to today’s blog post, all about flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes. I love a great pair of flats, maybe because I am tall? Perhaps because I feel like you can style them in so many ways and that they are appropriate for many of life’s everyday occasions. 

Ally Shoes is a new brand that I have fallen in love with. Today, I will share a little behind-the-scenes reason and an easy outfit you can take from a casual day look to a night look with just a couple of accessory changes. 

 

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes— Styled Day to Night—

 How cute are these tweed Cap Toe  flats  by Ally shoes 

You can take shoes from Day to night, style them casually, wear them for work wear, or dress up for drinks with friends! 

I am a sucker for a cute flat, and I love the mixture of textiles with this pretty shoe. Tweed is a classic and elegant textile with a rich feel; adding the patient leather cap toe elevates the whole shoe and gives it that designer feel.

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

About this look

Want an easy outfit combo you can wear from Day to night by making additions and swap-outs? I’ve got you covered. This formula can be quickly followed with any top or bottom.

Pick your base outfit- I choose a tank top and wide-leg cuff denim jeans here. Then, you select your Ally shoes. I decided on the Textured cap toe flat from the London collection ( a limited edition). These are considered the base piece of your outfit. This base is cute, but let’s take it up a notch with the finishing touches and accessories! For the Bangle bracelets, a statement ring, Gold hoops, and a tote. Regarding the Day look, accessories are the “icing on the cake,” They can be used to finish any outfit. 

The easy part is taking this look to a nighttime look or even a more appropriate work look. Same base pieces, and adding a #rd piece to the blazer, in this case, it a cropped blazer to add balance to the high-waisted front patch pocket wide leg jeans. Switching out the bag to a more structured bag gives the whole look a more professional look. Lastly, I changed the hoops for a classic gold and pearl elevated earring and the casual bangles for a collection of gold bald bracelets. 

By making these easy changes, you created two different looks you could wear for many everyday occasions. 

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

About Ally Shoes

Ally Shoes is an innovative fashion brand designed for women by women. They make luxury footwear more accessible for women on the move. They re-engineered the statement heel with a podiatric surgeon to create a flexible structure that secures your foot and looks fabulous – now adding flats and boots to offer more inclusive, stylish, and comfortable dress shoes to all women. 

WHAT MAKES ALLY Shoes UNIQUE

-Patented Internal Structure

-To alleviate pain, they put precise cushioning under the three pressure points in your feet (heel cup support, arch support, and toe crest support). Patent Pending Internal Structure & Padded Insole.

-Inclusive Size Range of 18 sizes 

 MADE-TO-ORDER PROCESS- truly made just for you ✔️

Having shoes made to order makes you feel so special! I loved this process; Ally Shoes sends you a custom shoe fitting kit to ensure they get your shoes to fit just right. I would have thought this would cost a fortune, and their shoes are a fraction of the cost of designer shoes.

Discount codes to use:

DARCY40($40 off first pair of heels) 

DARCY10(10% off first pair of flats or boots)

A few other styles of Ally Shoes

 

Flats Styled from Day to Night with Ally Shoes

 

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

 Hello Pretty ladies, 

Yesterday, I headed to Nordstrom to try on the items I loved and had on my wish list in-store. I wanted to give you outfit inspirations and details on how the Items fit and what they looked like. Please view my full try-on here and save my highlights Here.

This sale has received extensive coverage; it is a great time to get deep discounts. However, this doesn’t mean you must go crazy and purchase just because it’s on sale. Be intentional with your purchases and inventory, as well as your needs and wishes.

Things I look for during the sale… Besides the six things I purchase every year, View HERE!

A few essential items to consider are Investment pieces, Cashmere, designer, Quality coats, bags, or sunglasses (Crewneck Cashmere Sweater), Shoes, and Premium denim. I look for brands that don’t often go on sale and take advantage of the opportunity to grab a few essential items I’ve been wanting. Which one is always a Free People sweater? I love the quality and fit, and they always have the style I love. 

The NSALE is always a great time to grab denim. Everyone should own at least one pair of premium denim for their wardrobe, and the NSALE is a great place to grab a pair on sale. Take note that Nordstrom’s sale also features several designer brands, or, I like to say, “Splurges.” This is a great time to score a key piece or two at discounted prices. View my Nordstrom tips Video HERE.

The Good Stuff

Let’s get to the good stuff: “Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024.” Please note that some items sell out fast; they do restock throughout the sale, and you can add it to your wish list or check with me on LTK or in my stories and HERE as I update as the sale goes on. 

 

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

Jackets 

Zella– Longline Onion Quilted Bomber Jacket– Bring layer-friendly versatility to your cold-weather wardrobe with a bomber-style jacket cut in a longer silhouette and textured with unique onion quilting

Sale price $119.99

Veronica Beard–Lawrence Croc Embossed Faux Leather Dickey Jacket

Veronica Beard strikes an easy balance between classic and cool. Their first piece, the signature Dickey Jacket, is still a staple in the line. Today, it’s joined by a collection of dresses, tops, pants, and more that bring a modern perspective to everyday styles designed for real life.

 
AllSaints Hettie Denim– calm ease in this indigo-wash denim shirt jacket punctuated with a feathery and curved raw hem.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024 

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

 Sweaters

Treasure & Bond- Crewneck Raglan Cotton Blend Sweater– Easy to work into any wardrobe, this lightweight cotton-blend sweater is an instant classic with raglan sleeves, ribbed trim, and a relaxed fit – Sale price $44.99 After Sale: $69.50

Veronica Beard—Letitia Cable Cap Cashmere Sweater = Mini cables pattern a heathery cashmere sweater knit with a low mock neck and barely there cap sleeves.

Veronica Beard- CHEVAL MERINO-WOOL PULLOVER= The summer sweater, perfected. Spun from exceptionally soft and lightweight merino wool, the Cheval features a classic crew neck and a relaxed fit. It’s the ultimate layering piece for chilly offices and cool nights.

Nordstrom- Crewneck Cashmere Sweater– Every closet craves this classic cashmere sweater full of warmth and polish.

After-sale price $149.00

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

Jeans

Featuring Mother Denim: Premium-denim industry pros Lela Becker and Tim Kaeding, MOTHER specializes in collections that juxtapose hard and soft. The brand evokes teenage rebellion, unconditional love, and hilarious insults all at once (the company’s name is a play on the duality of the word “mother,” which can be nurturing or a cuss).

Mothers– The Twister Sneak High Waist Flared Wide Leg Jeans –

A high waist and clean hems make these flared, wide-leg jeans in faded stretch denim a perfect everyday choice from top to bottom.

Mother– The Hustler Ankle Fray Inspired by retro silhouettes, these stretch-kissed jeans have a straight-leg silhouette cropped at the ankles for wear-with-everything style.

Current Price 
Previous Price $248.00

Mother– The Rider High Waist Ankle Slim Straight Leg Jeans-

These high-waisted jeans, cut from soft stretch denim in a subtly faded black wash, perfectly complement straight-leg silhouettes and skinnies.

Sale: $179.99

Mother– The weekender Fray Faded thighs, raw hems, and a bootcut silhouette lend these slightly stretchy cotton-blend jeans a casual feel.

 
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024
 

 

Accessories

Brixton– Jo Straw Rancher Hat -Grosgrain ribbon circles the crown and brim of a city-sharp rancher hat woven from straw.

Sale price $65.99
After-sale price $99.00
 

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

Tops

All Saints- Gia Ruched T-Shirt: Cinch up the front of this drawstring-ruched cotton T-shirt to give your look a personalized touch. Sale: $44.99 After Sale: $65.00

Veronica Beard -Dree Muscle Tee Rolled cuffs magnify the laid-back aesthetic of a classic crewneck tee in slub-knit cotton. $138

Veronica Beard- Jeweled collar Muscle Tee rolled sleeve- Sold out. Check back for restock

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

Dress

Nordstrom- Sleeveless Wool & Cashmere Rib Sweater Dress– Embrace sweater weather with no bulk in this ribbed dress topped with a cozy mock neck and knitted from a blend of soft wool and cashmere yarns. Flatterning is easy to take from casual to work wear, adding layers and changing accessories. Sale price $165.99 After-sale price $249.00

Treasure & Bond- Blend V-Neck Sweater Dress-Sweater weather is imbued with unexpected refinement in a cozy V-neck dress crafted from an ultrasoft cotton blend framed by slouchy dropped. Shoulders. Great with tall boots in the Fall. Sale price $49.99 After-sale price $74.50

 

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Try-on Haul 2024

Lounge Set

Barefoot Dreams—CozyChic, Ultra Lite, Knit lounge set, or Pajamas- you won’t need a bed to slumber peacefully in luxurious comfort with these ultrasoft, lightweight pajamas, which boast a cozy sweater and matching pants. I own a couple of pairs of these, and let me tell you, you’ll live in them. Makes a great gift. Sale price $152.99 After sale price $228.00

Barefoot Dreams cardigans, socks, and blankets are great buys during the sale and make for lavish gift-giving. 

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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

 

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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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