Velvet Footwear Just in Time for Fall

Fall is officially here and I couldn't be more excited about it. After putting away my summer sandals and heels, I noticed I was seriously lacking in the footwear department, giving me the perfect excuse to browse the selection at my nearest Marshalls. I picked up two adorable pairs that are great for the cooler weather autumn brings. There is one trend for footwear that I'm crazy about this season - velvet! Velvet footwear can be dressed up or down, offering texture and flare to any outfit. 

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The Future is Bright

Summer is beginning to wind down and this upcoming season is an exciting one for us – Uriah will be starting Preschool. We visited a few different schools in town before finding the perfect one for our little guy. This will be a big transition to be in a class with new friends and teachers. Sometimes the transition can be overwhelming, so keeping Uriah’s school year organized, stress-free and fun is important! Thanks to Marshalls we were both able to get ready for the new school year while staying in budget! Here are some of my tips and tricks for having this year become your best year yet. 

Fresh Start

There is something about a brand new notebook, an unopened container of play dough, or freshly sharpened colored pencils that just have potential for endless amounts of imagination and creation. Clean the slate and stock up on all your school essentials. We were able to score all these supplies and then a few others for under $15! We especially love the specialty gel crayons ($2 compared to $7) and our favorite brand of molding clay (a 4 pack for only $2.49). 

Include Your Little Ones

Let your children help pick out the items they will be using all year long! Uriah spent about 10 minutes deciding in between a few backpacks and opted for a bright blue backpack that was $14.99 compared to $30. He couldn't wait to fill it with all his new supplies! 

Everything Has A Place

Pick a section of your home that is the designated “school zone.” We cleared the sideboard in the living room and filled it with all of his school supplies. He used the coffee table as his workstation and it's the cutest thing ever. We also picked up some pen holders at Marshalls to have a spot for all his different sized crayons, pencils, and markers. The same goes for parents! I upgraded my office supplies with a new planner (so many dates to remember), file folders for all those important pieces of paperwork, and a few other key items. 

Capsule Closet

Mornings can be hectic, especially at the start of a new school year! When your purchasing clothing, opt for high-quality, simple items that will last the entire year. I gravitated towards pieces that would all work well together and that could be worn as the seasons changed. I was so surprised to find a 2 piece set by Seven For All Mankind for only $16.99 – are those joggers not the cutest thing ever?! 

Keep It Balanced 

A balanced meal makes all the difference for how Uriah’s day goes. I had heard all about these specialty lunch boxes online, but $25 seemed a little steep. Well, low and behold, Marshalls carries the exact same specialty lunch boxes I had checked out online. Except instead of the hefty $25 price tag, they were priced at $9.99. They have multiple sealed Tupperware sectionsinside, a built in ice cooler, and an air tight lid. Uriah is so excited about his new lunchbox, he insists on using it whenever it's lunch time..even if we're at home! 

These are just a few ways I keep the school year running smoothly and my family organized. The 2017/2018 school year is on the horizon and the future is bright thanks to Marshalls. 

Disclosure: I have received free products or value from Marshalls or The TJX Companies, Inc. 

in connection with my affiliation with Marshalls Project FAB

As always, all opinions are my own.

Fringe Trim

Sweater, Joes jeans, Nine West heels - c/o Marshalls

Jewelry - c/o Gorjana

Am I the only one who is a complete sucker for anything and everything fringe? I am noticing my closet slowly filling up with fringed items, especially in this lovely cream shade. If I had to choose a summer must-have it would definitely be fringe. It's not limited to tops only and looks good on everyone and everything - bags, blouses, skirts, shoes. This top is so versatile and I love the subtle skin showing, because I'm nowhere near ready to bare my stomach just yet. With more structured tops, I like to off-set it by distressed jeans and give it a younger feel. 

What are your summer must-haves?

Disclosure: I have received free products or value from Marshalls or The TJX Companies, Inc. 

in connection with my affiliation with Marshalls Project FAB

As always, all opinions are my own.

Spontaneous Spring Living

May is here, with that comes warm sunshine and the feeling of summer. Meals are moved to the backyard, afternoons consist of picnics at the park, and succulents in bright planters are filling up my yard. I headed to Marshallsto grab a few summer essentials- a cute summer backpack, outdoor toys for Uriah, and ceramic planters for the backyard.

I’m new to the backpack trend and wanted one that was practical without sacrificing style. Once I walked in the accessory section, I spotted an amazing LeSportsac backpack in an amazing floral print. The bag is made with a lightweight fabric that I can easily wipe down and clean, making it the perfect bag for park dates and picnics. At $34.99 vs. $70- it was a steal! After making our way to the snack aisle and grabbing some Tupperware and snacks to fill them up with (hello, coconut cookies), we hit up the toy area. Uriah was in heaven! There were so many options and he was grabbing items left and right. He picked out a colorful bug catching net (only $8.99), miniature gardening tools ($4.99), and eco-friendly sand toys. When I saw the gardening tools, I thought it would be a fun activity for us to plant succulents together. Afterwards we picked twoceramic pots - both were under $10! The low price tag was surprising since both imported from Portugal. Uriah was so excited to use everything that once we got home we replanted a big succulent we had on our porch. He had such a blast using his little shovel and searching for worms. We finished our afternoon with a picnic at the park, enjoying the warm sun and fresh air.

Just in one Marshalls trip I was able to plan out some fun activities for our family and give the backyard a little pop of color. I’m looking forward to a summer filled with spontaneous trips to the park, relaxing in the backyard, and making memories with my boys. Summer really is becoming my favorite season!

Outfits c/o Marshalls

LeSportsac backpack, blanket, summer toys, and food containers c/o Marshalls

Ceramic planters, garden tools, watering can c/o Marshalls

Disclosure: I have received free products or value from Marshalls or The TJX Companies, Inc. 

in connection with my affiliation with Marshalls Project FAB

As always, all opinions are my own.