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Why Inclusivity Matters – #DSWSTYLESQUAD

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Hope ya’ll are having a great week! Today I am sharing my heart on an issue that matters to me. Now that I am an influencer and a mom what I do and say affects more than just myself. Today I want to talk about Inclusivity in the influencer/social media world and why it matters, plus share these photos of my gorgeous #dswstylesquad sisters  when we were at NYFW. Read more of why inclusivity matters to me below!

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Fashion

11 Best Instagram Photo Spots in Paris + Instagram Round Up

Happy Sunday everyone!

I know this post falls on a weekend but I wanted to share a quick Instagram roundup of our trip to Paris last week. Plus, I’ll also be sharing the location for the best photo spots in Paris and tips to capturing the best shots. Paris is a dream come true and truly magical, but it can get busy with all the tourist. I remember giving tips and offering photography tips for tourist looking to get that perfect shot, because let’s face it when you have had this much practice like we have you are bound to learn some tricks of the trade for getting that perfect shot. Josh and I used my iPhone and our Sony A7iii to capture these images below. Check them out and let me know what you think!

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Fashion

Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Houston Premium Outlets

This post is in partnership with Houston Premium Outlets.   Hey everyone!

 I am so happy to be back home and to start this month with my recap of our Fall into Fashion event with the Houston Premium Outlets. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and last week we partnered up with Susan G. Komen to raise awareness about a disease that affects one in eight women in their life. This month you can help raise money by donating $10 towards to Susan G. Komen to receive a special Discount Pass for 25% off one item valid at participating retailers. Your contribution helps support Susan G. Komen’s mission to save lives and end breast cancer forever. Visit www.simon.com/sgkdonate to donate online and to get your discount pass emailed to you. Check out photos and details of our event below!

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Fashion

Michael Costello x REVOLVE Mishka Romper + BIG NEWS!!!

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Hey ya’ll!

Happy Wednesday! I am sharing some big news, and if you follow along on Instagram, then you probably have a hint. We are going to Paris Fashion week! Today my husband and I fly out to Paris with a little quick stop in London. I got invited as a Revolve Ambassador for Paris Fashion Week and will be attending their events! I worked with them this past New York Fashion week, so I was extremely thrilled when they wanted to work with me for Paris Fashion Week. First of all I’ve never been to Paris Fashion Week, so attending the fashion capital of the world is a dream come true.  Read more on what are plans are when we get there below, and check out this Michael Costello x REVOLVE Mishka Romper I wore at the Rewardstyle party.

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5 Tips to Reduce Premature Skin Aging with SkinCeuticals

This post is in partnership with SkinCeuticals. All thoughts and opinions are all mine.

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Hope you are having a great week! Today I wanted to share my tips to reducing premature skin aging with SkinCeuticals. Since turning 30 and being a mom, I’ve had to change-up my skin care to keep up with my active lifestyle, aka team no sleep! Let’s face it having kids ages you, especially around the eyes where the dark circles and little wrinkles start to set in. And as we get older, our skin doesn’t have the natural bounce back rate like we did in our twenties. But luckily with the right products and treatments, we can still preserve our skin long-term to reduce premature skin aging. Check out my Tips to Reduce Premature Skin Aging with SkinCeuticals below!

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Fashion

Houston Premium Outlet 10 Year Anniversary

This post is in partnership with Houston Premium Outlets.

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Hope you are having a great week! I am so excited because this Saturday is our Fall into Fashion event with the Houston Premium Outlets. We will also be celebrating the Houston Premium Outlets ten-year anniversary with my favorite Houston bloggers and ya’ll are all invited! There will be amazing sales going on that weekend! This week I visited two of my favorite stores to check out all the newness for the latest fall trends. Check out what I found below plus don’t forget to enter in this easy $500 GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY so you can shop your favorite stores at the Houston Premium Outlets!

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Blogging 101

Top 5 Questions About New York Fashion Week

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Hope ya’ll had a great weekend! Today I am sharing my first New York Fashion Week post. I will be doing a full recap later of my time at NYFW. But today I am answering your top 5 questions about New York Fashion Week as well as my first look for my first day of NYFW!  I’m changing it up this year as I asked ya’ll what you would like to know on Instagram. With this being my second year, I remember what it was like being a newbie to the scene. And it can be a little intimidating. But I’ve learned a lot over the year, and hopefully this post will inspire you to go after your dream of going to NYFW. Check out more below!

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Fashion

Fall Into Fashion + $500 Giveaway with Houston Premium Outlets

This post is in partnership with Houston Premium Outlets.

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Hope you are having a great week! Since fall is less than a week away, I just wanted to share with y’all this fun event next week with my Houston bloggers. Next Saturday I will be hosting a Fall for Fashion with your Houston bloggers at the Houston Premium Outlets, and we are giving two people a chance to win $250 gift cards to shop with us! This event will also be benefiting Susan G. Komen which I am a big supporter of. Check out more details of the event and enter in the giveaway below! Plus I’m sharing this adorable mommy and me summer to fall transitional look with my little man!

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Fashion

5 Transitional Fall Pieces with Abercrombie

Thank you Abercrombie X Rewardstyle for sponsoring this post.  As always all thoughts and opinions are mine alone.

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One week till we are officially in fall. Can you believe how fast summer has flown by. I am officially back from NYFW and I can’t wait to share more, but today I wanted to share some transitional fall pieces with Abercrombie. You know how much I love Abercrombie, especially their shorts which I can’t stop wearing. I hadn’t shopped Abercrombie since I was in high school, but after having trouble finding high-rise shorts that fit my petite frame I came back to Abercrombie ten years later to find they not only had shorts that fit but cute fashion that fit my thirty year old style. Abercrombie is a true American classic that you can wear no matter your age. And today I’m sharing five Transitional Fall Pieces with Abercrombie. Check them out below!

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Fashion

7 Things I Will Do Differently At NYFW 2018

NYFW 2018 STREET STYLE, NYFW 2018 SHOWS, NYFW SCHEDULE, CHANEL BAG

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Happy Wednesday! Today will be the last post this week as tomorrow I head to New York City for New York Fashion Week for the next five days! I will not be sharing another post till next Tuesday. I am so excited for to be going for my second year, and more excited to be working with some amazing brands for NYFW! Last year NYFW opened so many opportunities for me and this year just gets better and better. I will be attending NYFW as a REVOLVE Ambassador as well as part of the DSW Style Squad. Plus I will be working with a new NYC fashion brand that not only champions a great cause for women but will also be debuting in Houston in a couple of weeks! Stay tuned on Instastories as I will be sharing more at NYFW. There is so much to look forward to including hosting my second annual rooftop blogger happy hour, meeting up with some of my favorite brands, fashion shows, and of course enjoying the beautiful scenic views. This year around I’ve also made changes on how I will tackle my second fashion week after learning so much from last years experience. Check out what I will be doing differently below!

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Fashion

Louis Vuitton Reversible Belt Review + Outfit Inspiration

Happy Labor Day everyone! Today I am keeping it short and sweet on the blog with this seven minute video of my complete review of my new Louis Vuitton Reversible belt and the different ways you can wear it. I’m sharing all the reasons why I got this specific Louis Vuitton reversible belt, and why I think it is a worthy investment for a luxury belt. Plus did I mention how versatile it is? Check out the video above, and get outfit inspiration below!

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Blogging 101

4 Reasons Why You Should Attend the Blog Societies Conference

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Hope you are having a great week! I am so excited to finally share this recap of my recent trip to The Blog Societies Conference.  The Blog Societies was one of the first networking group I signed up for three years ago, and one of the best decisions of my blogging career. I’m so thankful I had this opportunity to attend this year with some of my favorite moms and boss babes. Check out this recap and the four reasons why you should attend the Blog Societies Conference.

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