Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Serena & Lily F&F Picks

Remember me?! Well, its one of my favorite sales ever right now! Friends & Family at Serena & Lily is a great time to stock up on home essentials, as well as get in a little early holiday gift shopping! Here are my top picks! Be sure to use code STYLE! 





xo,

-K
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Thursday, September 24, 2015

all about the bootie

It's no surprise booties are back this season for Fall. I tend to find myself browsing sites for hours at night in bed trying to find "the perfect pair"..so I'm rounding up a few top contenders I have my eye on this season!








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Monday, August 24, 2015

{kitchen additions}

Once we painted our kitchen Zurich White, I knew I needed a pop of color somewhere to break things up. Don't get me wrong, I looove an all white space, but it just felt like it needed somethin' somethin'. I had searched new, vintage, import and domestic for the perfect runner. I knew I wanted something full of color, thin pile without too much fuss and certainly unique. Enter the "Elodie" rug -- a collab between Lulu & Georgia and The Glitter Guide! 

I didn't even have to think twice (the Mr. doesn't even mind the pink!) A week later, it arrived and I couldnt love it more! Even these fur balls approve ;-)

Get it while you can, sizes are selling quickly and its only for a limited time!



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Friday, July 31, 2015

T.G.I.F


We made it to Friday. It's the little victories, right?! Here's what I loved this week.

Made these and the hubs ate them right up. Couldn't believe it! 

We booked a fall "first house" photography session and I'm so excited. We have a couple locations scouted out, but how cute is this porch shot inspo?!

This was a find through a fellow blogger's page this week and the price point was a no brainer. Can one ever have too many striped tee's? Pick it up before the sale ends!

Loved this read on tips and tricks for outfitting small spaces. #smithlovenest approved.

Who doesn't love Lo Bosworth? Her Youtube channel is perfection. This video is amazing if you're like me and end up in bed at night with wet hair! 

If you haven't added "Pink Martini" as a Pandora station, you probably should (if you want to) add it before your next kitchen session. It's been my most favorite cooking station!

Oh, and this

Happy Weekending!

-K
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Tuesday, July 21, 2015

{travel tuesday}



I'm so excited that the Mr. and I have booked his 30th birthday getaway in October! We are excited to be spending 5 days in Napa Valley and wrapping up our trip in San Francisco! If there are any must eat/do/drink places, please let us know! We plan to be rolled out of there! ;-) We booked the most darling rustic cottage for our stay and can't wait to drink ALL the wine. Seems like the only way to celebrate a 30th birthday, really.

But really, let us know what's a must do!

-k
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Monday, July 20, 2015

Nordstrom Picks

So, I'm sure you're aware there's a sale going on. A rather large, incredibly amazing sale. You can scroll through Instagram or your favorite blogs for two seconds and see everyone's "must haves"...to that, I am sharing my purchases below that I have been absolutely thrilled with so far. Its so dangerous this sale goes on for a couple more weeks as I keep browsing!

These leggings are no joke. I first bought them last year during the anniversary sale and knew I should stock up again this year. They are super thick and dont stretch out! 


These Paige Jeans may be the softest jeans ever! They are the perfect blend of soft but still structured enough to make you feel put together. I've already worn them twice despite our crazy hot weather


So, I actually ordered this in the cognac color, but its now sold out! At the price point, it doesn't surprise me! It reminds me so much of the Madewell tote I've lusted after, at a fraction of the cost. Can't wait to use it for all of our upcoming Fall trips. Similar here and here 


There are a few colors left for this sweater, I picked up a couple of colors that will pair perfectly with leggings.


These crops are amazing! I almost love them more than my Lulu's

Also, now is the time to stock up on these candle sets! I pick them up each year as they make wonderful last minute hostess gifts! 

Do you have any favorites?
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Tuesday, June 23, 2015

{latest obsessions}



1. I finally bit the bullet and bought a S'well water bottle in gold. Ya'll, don't know what I ever did without it. Should be just right for boat cocktails over the 4th ;-) 

2. How cute are these? I keep thinking I need to add them to our bar cart...

3. I wore this dress in Charleston this past weekend and just know I will get so much wear out of it all summer long. It is literally perfect for any occasion. Dressy Rehearsal dinner? Evening boat ride? Done. 

4. Picked this up over the weekend in the "rose" scent and have been burning it constantly. Rewined, you've done it again.

5. I added a couple of prints to our gallery wall from AESTATE from Furbish a couple of weeks ago. I love it all and am convinced I could add a few more ;-) 

6. These had me at pineapple. And are the perfect addition to our kitchen counter.

That's all.
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Monday, June 22, 2015

Weekend


How cute are these welcome bags? Ya'll, those macaroons were no freaking joke. So good!
This past weekend, we ventured down to Charleston to celebrate the marriage of two very special friends. Charleston is totally my happy place. In light of the tragic event in the past week, it was incredible to see how the community really banded together to help console one another in such a dark time. We made a walk by the church, and seeing everyone comforting one another made me appreciate Charleston even more than I every have. 

The 100+ degree heat index did not hold us down. We successfully ate (and drank) our way through the Holy City. As always, it was a blast and we can't wait to travel back down again (hopefully) soon!

My Dress is Anthropologie which you can shop here
The rehearsal welcome dinner was hosted at the Charleston Distilling Co, which if you haven't been, is the neatest little spot! They make all of their liquor in house, and of course had to bring home a bottle of their specialty vodka for our bar cart. It had me at adorable label.

I also made a couple of stops during a shopping trip on Friday and if you haven't shopped Candlefish before, you must stop in. Over 100 custom scents in their library. It was heaven on earth. Excited to light my new goodies at home to remind us of our trip.

Nitrotini's at the Market Pavilion were a must for a break in the heat on Saturday


The wedding ceremony and reception was held at the Historic Rice Mill. Every angle of this space was stunning. From the outdoor ceremony space to the sprawling water views out the back deck. Absolutely stunning


Sunday morning, before heading out of town, we stopped into Edmund's Oast for our final meal of the trip. I did not hate it. It was amazing. I highly recommend for anyone traveling down!





Happy Monday!

-K
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Tuesday, June 16, 2015

{paint it black}

I'll be the first to admit I would have severe anxiety opening up a can of black paint when it comes to our house. Its just so...dark. Until now. I am borderline obsessed with black trim for interior/exterior and everything in-between. Dare I paint our kitchen door black in an all white kitchen? It's definitely a thought on the front burner right now. Here are some looks I love.






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Thursday, June 11, 2015

my go to necklace



I usually keep it pretty simple when it comes to accessories and like to layer dainty pieces together and don't typically gravitate towards statement pieces. Then, I met this necklace. It pairs both delicate and light like I love, and added pizzazz to any outfit like a statement piece would. I first received it in my Rocksbox (first mentioned here!) and instantly loved it. The best part? Its sold out on Shopbop and at a great discount through the Rocksbox service. I ended up keeping the piece because I literally have been wearing it 2-3x per week! It goes with that much. This is my first Jules Smith piece and I have a feeling I'm going to become addicted.

Also, in case you missed it, if you sign up for Rocksbox and use my special code "latiblogxoxo" the ladies over there will send you your first month free! You've really got nothing to lose!


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just because I like it...




2. Linen + Tassles...need I say more?
3. Life's a Beach...this girl loves a coffee table book
4. Anthro Coral Topped Candle -- what an adorable gift, or gift for yourself ;-)
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Tuesday, June 9, 2015

{summer beauty staple}



I say this as Summer beauty staple, but I really think I may end up using this product all year round. Hi, my name is Katie and I'm a beauty product hoarder. I will be the first to admit. I have literally tried nearly everything. Which is what brings me to this post. It serves me right to find the most perfect addition to my makeup routine and it be less than $15. Take that, Chanel foundation. I digress.

Enter, Physicians Formula CC Cream (I wear the shade light). I typically have naturally oily skin that I have to control throughout the day, and typically cant use BB or CC creams due to the extra oily feeling it leaves on my skin. This product by Physicians Formula is amazing. You can buy it here at Ulta (and even works with the $3.50 off $10 purchase coupons!). I bought a beauty blender sponge with it and it's completely transformed my makeup routine.

Simply apply a dime sized amount on the sponge and blend all over. It provides the perfect amount of coverage without being too light or too cakey. I apply after my moisturizer has set in, and this also packs an SPF of 20! The blender sponge is perfect in areas around your eyes and nose, so I definitely recommend using a sponge to apply. For any extra coverage needed for blemishes, I use a tiny bit of spot concealer once I've applied the CC cream and you're ready to go. If you're slightly oily like me, I apply Chanel Double Perfection Lumiere to mattify and you're out the door! Boom. 
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Tuesday, May 26, 2015

OKL Faves

How was everyone's Memorial Day? Ours was filled with sunshine, cocktails and of course a lot of time outside. WIth the unofficial start of summer upon us, I have outdoor sprucing on the brain! I am a One Kings Lane junkie and absolutely love their options for any outdoor space. Here are some of my favorites!


4. Indoor/Outdoor Rug. My parents have this rug and the quality is amazing!
5. Natural Umbrella
6. Stemless wine glasses (not as easy to knock over!)
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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

just because I like it...

I'm always down for a new suit. Especially this one. Made in the USA and wonderfully priced, whats not to love. Enter, Bikyni.

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I'm loving the cross back and mix and match options. I'm thinking white top and black bottom needs to make its way to me now...
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{vacation mode}

Who's ready for the long weekend? We are heading to the coast tomorrow for four glorious days in the sunshine. The forecast looks perfect, which has me thinking of what to pack. With code SUMMERLOVE you can get 25% off your entire purchase. Sounds good to me. 

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xo,
-K
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Tuesday, May 12, 2015

{saks picks}

In case you don't use Ebates already, I'm here with a great deal for you guys! I have been a long-time fan of Ebates and love getting those quarterly cash back checks in the mail. What's better than making extra cash while you shop? Win/Win people.

Right now, Ebates is offering 16% cash back on all orders at Saks! If you aren't yet a member, what are you waiting for? Sign up here!  I shopped this morning and picked up some great deals! Also sharing a few of my other favorites here!



1. I have an addiction to Chanel lipstick, especially those within this hydrating line. I just ordered "Adrienne" after using a sample and its literally the perfect summer nude!
2. Fringe + Coverups = perfection. Need I say more?
3. I wear some variation of Jo Malone practically everyday. This is such a soft, great everyday scent.
5. Mara Hoffman suits are a favorite of mine. Loving this print. 
7. Because no living room is complete without one!
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Monday, May 11, 2015

Rocksbox It Girl

Hi guys! How was your weekend? Mine was spent with my sweet mom and we had the best time together. Weekends like that are good for the soul.

A couple of weeks ago, the amazing girls at Rocksbox reached out to me about becoming a Rocksbox "It Girl". I had heard of Rocksbox in the past and love any type of subscription boxes. For those of you that may not know, Rocksbox is a tailored to you company that sends you a monthly box filled with amazing jewelry! You can build your profile online entirely catered to your tastes and they will send you pieces they think you would love!

I just finished my first box and absolutely loved each piece! The box is $19 per month and comes with three items. At the end of each month, should you decide to keep an item, just don't ship it back with the other items and they will debit your online account. It's that easy! 

The best part?? I'm here to give you your first month completely free just to try! My first box came with designers like Loren Hope, Gorjana and Moon & Lola. All you have to do is use promo code "latiblogxoxo" Click here to get started! I hope you enjoy as much as I have!



Thank you to the girls at Rocksbox for sponsoring this post.

-K
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Thursday, April 23, 2015

Peace Out



Austin and I are headed out to celebrate our 2 year wedding anniversary in the sunshine! Feel free to follow along on instagram!

Catch ya later next week!

xo,
-K
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Thursday, April 16, 2015

{romper roundup}

I've gone back and forth with rompers. Sometimes, I love them and other times I seriously question their functionality. But then again, where's the functionality in beautiful 5 inch Louboutin pumps? I digress. I'm back to loving rompers for spring. I picked up a couple for our upcoming trip next week and am excited to share! 


Okay, so the photo quality on my picture sucks and I was still in a post gym sweat, but I wanted to share how it fits. I am 5' 8" and always worry the torso and short combo will be tricky as my legs AND torso is long, guess thats what you get for being tall. Anyhoo, this fit perfectly and is true to size. I am typically a 4 and got a size Small. 


Right now, you can pick it up HERE for under $60! That's seriously over $100 off. No brainer.

Here are some other styles I'm absolutely loving!


1. How cute is the tropical pattern here? Oh, and the back totally makes it. Adorable
2. Love the peekaboo cut out, its fun without being too over the top!
3. This basic black option could take you anywhere
4. I just think this would be the cutest option for a bachelorette party
5. Love the unexpected back on this simple option -- would be great with a fun necklace
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