Some years we need to be more frugal than others. 2019 was a big year for us, a new house and a wedding, needless to say things are a little tight this Holiday season. So whether you are a struggling college student, in between jobs, newly married or just a bargain hunter, follow this giftContinue reading “Gifts under $50”
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Honeymoon Vibes
The Honeymoon recap: One our way to the airport the next morning we couldn’t have been more excited. The honeymoon was one thing I had not planned to any extent. I had had no extra time to map out excursions, restaurants to go to or even photos I wanted to take. So it was almostContinue reading “Honeymoon Vibes”
Weekly Wedding Words: T minus 10 days
The week before.. 10 days, when you started at 180 something days, 10 day might as well be 10 minuets! It is all so real, all of a sudden people are asking you questions about the wedding, about what they should wear, when to arrive for the rehearsal. Something that has been on your radarContinue reading “Weekly Wedding Words: T minus 10 days”
Weekly Wedding Words: 60 days or less
45 days left, I have never been calmer. I realize I am not like most brides in this situation, this usually is a time for “What am I forgetting?” Questions like that will put you in the ground, it is easy to stress yourself out more than needed during this time. One thing, that IContinue reading “Weekly Wedding Words: 60 days or less”
26 Things I’ve Learned by 26
Today I am 26 and it feels like such an odd year. It’s like being 14 again, the general thrill of being in your teens is over but you still aren’t old enough to drive. 26 is one step closer to 30 but feels like 10 years away from the carefree days of 21. ThisContinue reading “26 Things I’ve Learned by 26”
Weekly Wedding Words: Getting ready looks
Weddings are expensive, there isn’t really a way around it. Event with a favor and strings pulled it is still expensive. I am 101 days out from my wedding (eeppp) While that still may sound like a lot, when you started with close to 400 days it seems like next week! Being a planner byContinue reading “Weekly Wedding Words: Getting ready looks”
Weekly Wedding Words: Photo Ready, Engagement Shoot
Engagement shoot prep: I love a good photo shoot! Being a bride and the “star of the show” it is a given for me that photos need to be taken to capture us in a setting outside of the wedding. There are so many different venues, backdrops and outfit options for shoots like this. FromContinue reading “Weekly Wedding Words: Photo Ready, Engagement Shoot”
Weekly Wedding Words: All the changes
Oh the things that change: 4 months out…it is officially June, marking the start of summer and summer weddings. While my own wedding is not until October, I am starting to see and feel the excitement from those Brides who are ready top walk own the aisle in only a few weeks! Yesterday I walkedContinue reading “Weekly Wedding Words: All the changes”
Summer Shoe Show
Am I the only one who has so many shoes that when the season ends I pack up my boots, mules and Uggs in exchange for sandals, flip flops and summer heels? While unpacking my summer shoes I felt the instant need for an update! So if you find yourself in search for some newContinue reading “Summer Shoe Show”
Summer Weekend Getaway
If you are here in Virginia you can feel the summer heat creeping in with each day we get closer to June. This weekend is Memorial day weekend, an unofficial mark of summer. Also, the perfect chance for a weekend getaway! Whether you are braving the packed pool or crowded beaches this weekend, this packingContinue reading “Summer Weekend Getaway”
The Dirty Blonde Stylist 