Blushing Dahlia

By: Cassie Cottura

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July 2017

Fashion

CHAMBRAY FOR SUMMER

top (old) similar here|| necklace|| jeans (old) similar here|| booties|| handbag A chambray top is the perfect top when building your closet. It goes with everything! It can easily be dressed up or down. A chambray top can be used as a layering piece. I love tying them around my waist too! See?! Very versatile and never goes out of style. Now there are so many different styles, but you can’t go wrong with a simple button up chambray ...
Beauty

HOW TO ACHIEVE DEWY SKIN

necklace|| earrings (dupes here)|| necklace Summertime is still going strong and so is that summer glow. Everybody always wants healthy, dewy and glowing skin. Now that can be achieved by a heathy diet and exercise, but I have some tips that will help you achieve that dewy skin right away. During the summer, many people, including myself, use a lighter hand when applying makeup. That could even meaning cutting out foundation all ...
Fashion

SEÑORITA VIBES

one piece|| sunnies|| earrings Happy Wednesday! I was on the hunt for an off the shoulder one piece, but wanted one that had the ruffle detail on the top. I have seen plenty with this detail, but usually it wasn’t long enough, like this one. I knew this suit would work with my body type. It’s important to find a suit that works for you and one that you feel comfortable in. This swimsuit is amazing and under $50! I got major ...
Fashion

SWEATER FOR NOW AND LATER

sweater||  jeans|| mules|| bag c/o|| sunnies One of my favorite finds from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (who am I kidding, I love all my finds) was this cute cold shoulder sweater. It’s a perfection transitional piece that can be worn now with some cut offs or in the fall with your favorite boots. Luckily, the weather in San Francisco isn’t too warm and I can start wearing these fall pieces now without melting. This sweater has ...
Fashion, Life

EMBRAZIO LEATHER

leggings// shoes// top// leather bag c/o I recently had the opportunity to work with Embrazio, a leather company that specializes in belts, bags and other fine leather products. I received this Media Lightweight Leather Crossbody at the perfect time. Caden has been somewhat outgrowing the diaper bag stage. I don’t have to pack up a ton of things for him when we go out for a few hours. In all honesty, I do love my diaper bag, but I have ...
Fashion

NSALE IS PUBLIC

I know many of you are probably tired of hearing all about the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, BUT it’s open to the public on the 21st! Now’s your chance to scoop up some amazing pieces at great prices. It really is the best sale of the year. That’s why everyone has been blowing up your Instagram feeds! I’ve put together some must have items that will sell out fast. Just click to shop. Check them out below! Jeans Shoes ...
Fashion

LAID BACK JOGGERS

tee// joggers (color no longer available) similar here// sneakers// denim jacket// sunnies// handbag Let’s be honest here, some days are asking way too much of me to actually get ready. Especially with a toddler! Being comfortable has been my go to lately. Don’t get me wrong, I love getting dressed up and what not, but that’s not always realistic for me. I found these joggers over a month ago on sale. The color is no longer ...
Fashion

LEATHER AND VELVET BEES

tee// jacket// jeans (sold out) similar here// mules// handbag (old) similar here This year’s Nordstrom Anniversary Sale had so many good pieces. It was hard to pick and choose! One thing I knew I had to buy was this  faux leather jacket. I bought last year’s style at the sale and this one is almost identical, but the hardware is gold. I wear my leather jacket all the time. It’s the best closet staple. It can be dressed up ...
Fashion

#NSALE PICKS

I put things into categories to help with the craziness of the sale. You will be hearing about this sale for a while because it’s just that good! Fall and winter is coming! Stock up on some cute jackets. Some of these jackets are under $1oo! What a steal! Now is the best time to buy some booties or boots. Last year booties were a hot item and they will be again this year. Holy accessories!! I am loving the color palate for fall. Lots ...
Fashion

CLOSET STAPLE// BLACK MIDI SKIRT

tank// skirt (old) similar here// sandals// headband// handbag Don’t you just love when you go through your closet and find something that you forgot you have, but remembered you love it? That’s how I feel about this skirt. I have had it for almost 5 years now, but it is still the perfect closet staple. Not only is this skirt cute, but extremely comfortable!!! It has a lot of stretch to it—I even wore it when I was ...