Book the trip, take the scenic route, stay in the Book the trip, take the scenic route, stay in the Instagrammable hotel, do all the things ✈️

After 3 long years I finally made it back to the West Coast & of course couldn’t pass up the opportunity to stay in @theramblermotel in Chula Vista, CA. 

And I’m a sucker for colorful, kitschy hotel with a really good coffee shop in the lobby (that happens to be an arcade) so staying here was a no brainer for me 🌈

More San Diego content coming soon! For now check out my highlight for all the details of my trip!

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with @skincarebymonika in Bronxville, NY 🤍 One with @skincarebymonika in Bronxville, NY 🤍

One of my most asked questions I get about skincare treatments is “How do you know what to book?” with Monika you don’t have to worry about booking the “wrong facial” you can book a treatment by time & she will take care of the rest when she accesses your skin!

Monika customized a 60 minute @biologique_recherche_usa treatment for me that gently exfoliated, plumped fine lines, brightened and smoothed my skin texture 😍 the perfect way to start the New Year!

Have you gotten your New Year, New You facial yet?

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I was going to post this on December 31st as Cheer I was going to post this on December 31st as Cheers to the New Year post…

Then I was going to post this on January 1st as a Happy New Year post…

Then I was going to post this on January 7th as a Cheers to making it through the first week of 2023 post…

And now I’m posting it on January 15 🥂🤪
Come along as I brighten up my look for the Holida Come along as I brighten up my look for the Holidays in @newrodowntown ✨

First I stopped by @hairhouse_newro for a festive pedicure and the PERFECT Holiday blowout! I love how owner Dana gave the big bouncy hair of my ((sugarplum)) dreams and exactly what I asked for!

Then I headed down to @nicksnewhairdesign to get tinsel added to my hair…yes TINSEL! The hottest 2022 Holiday trend can be added to your hair and I can’t tell you how obsessed I am with how it turned out! Since I walked out of the salon I’ve had people stop me on the streets asking me about it!

These are just 2 of the many New Rochelle Downtown Merchants that can help you get Holiday ready this season! Head over to @newrodowntown on Instagram to find out more!

AD #westchesteraftermidnite #holidaysaftermidnite 

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Cheers to everyone who finished their Christmas sh Cheers to everyone who finished their Christmas shopping with 3 days to spare!

I would’ve finished weeks ago BUT @pura sucks and the package I ordered on Black Friday decided not to come and the only update they can give me is that “they’re fulfilling order as quick as possible”…K 🙃

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Did you get your Christmas mani yet?

If not you’re in luck because I’ve got 4 holiday perfect designs to take your appointment! And if none of these are catching your eye I have 50+ more Christmas nail art designs on the blog 🎄

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Home Decor, Lifestyle · June 16, 2020

5 Tips for Creating a Cozy Outdoor Oasis at Your Home

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Last week I shared my Apartment Balcony Reveal and I figured I’d continue with more outdoor inspiration because it’s pretty obvious that I’m not the only one spending pretty ALL of my time enjoying my outdoor space. Whether you have a backyard, a deck, a front porch, a rooftop or an apartment balcony like me I’m sure you’re looking for all the tips and tricks you can get to turn it into a cozy outdoor oasis (plus where to shop all the good deals!)

Like I mentioned in my balcony post I was adamant about creating a comfortable space that was essentially an outdoor living room, so today I thought I’d break down the essentials for creating that same vibe at your home. And I promise no matter how much room you have available to you this can be achieved! SO many sites are offering small space options for furniture and if you have a larger space there are ways to break it up to make it cozy and comfortable.

Once you pick the overall vibe of your space it’s easy to start buying things. I think having a vision with a color scheme or textures in mind is important when brainstorming for your outdoor area. For me aside from my palm print rug I wanted to stick to most neutrals, black and wood furniture with white cushions, and natural materials for accent pieces. Having that vision going in has made it easy for me to buy planters, small tables and other decor for the area on the fly. Also I’m not on the hunt for another chair or 2 for my balcony and finding what will look cohesive has been very easy.

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Opt for COMFY CHAIRS and COUCHES over a stiff table and chair dining set. If you have a small space and don’t think you can fit a traditional “conversation set” there are plenty of small scale cushioned chairs available now. Individual pieces are sold separately too so you can pick and choose exactly which items will fit in your space. And if you have a larger outdoor space I would prioritize an outdoor living room and then add a dining set later.

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Don’t forget about LIGHTING. Not only does lighting create an atmosphere, a cozy ambiance for your outdoor oasis, but it’s also functional. I suggest a mix of string lights, hanging lanterns, floor lanterns and candles. Also if you’re hesitant about lighting candles outside especially if you have kids or pets I suggest using LED candles for inside your floor lanterns and only use citronella candles on stable surfaces that can’t easily be knocked over.

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PLANTS & GREENERY are a must for outdoor spaces. If you’re decorating a yard then chances are you’ll naturally have greenery to work with, but if your outdoor space is a deck, patio, balcony or porch you can bring greenery into your space with planters, living walls and herb gardens. Pay attention to the amount of sunlight your space gets so when you go to the nursery you get the correct type of plants. I also love using plants to create privacy, you can see on my balcony I used a large rectangular planter to give myself a little bit more privacy from my neighbors balconies that are close to mine.

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It may seem a little crazy to add PILLOWS to an outdoor space, but I can’t recommend it enough. There are specific outdoor pillows that can withstand the elements, but also they’re easy enough to cover or bring inside when the weather is bad. Pillows are not only essential for that “cozy” vibe you’re looking for, but they’re also a great, inexpensive way to personalize your space, add a little bit of color or update an area. Layering textures in any part of your home is essential to great a comfortable, inviting atmosphere.

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Don’t be afraid to add a RUG to your space, especially if your outdoor area is covered. There are outdoor specific rugs made to withstand the elements and they truly do transform an outdoor space (or any space for the matter). In larger spaces a rug can also help you visually separate each area, for example you can have one rug in the the area where you put your dining table and chairs and another rug where the outdoor living room is. While these 2 spaces might be right next to each other the rug shows that they are “separate”.

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If you have a larger space you might want to think about adding an umbrella, fire pit, trellis or more to your outdoor oasis so I figured I’d round up my favorite of those too!

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Book the trip, take the scenic route, stay in the Book the trip, take the scenic route, stay in the Instagrammable hotel, do all the things ✈️

After 3 long years I finally made it back to the West Coast & of course couldn’t pass up the opportunity to stay in @theramblermotel in Chula Vista, CA. 

And I’m a sucker for colorful, kitschy hotel with a really good coffee shop in the lobby (that happens to be an arcade) so staying here was a no brainer for me 🌈

More San Diego content coming soon! For now check out my highlight for all the details of my trip!

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5 Makeup Products I Tried in 2022 That Are WORTH T 5 Makeup Products I Tried in 2022 That Are WORTH THE HYPE 🔥

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A little bit of Winter outfit inspo ((even though A little bit of Winter outfit inspo ((even though I’m currently on a plane to somewhere warmer 🤪))

Any guesses where I’m headed?
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with @skincarebymonika in Bronxville, NY 🤍 One with @skincarebymonika in Bronxville, NY 🤍

One of my most asked questions I get about skincare treatments is “How do you know what to book?” with Monika you don’t have to worry about booking the “wrong facial” you can book a treatment by time & she will take care of the rest when she accesses your skin!

Monika customized a 60 minute @biologique_recherche_usa treatment for me that gently exfoliated, plumped fine lines, brightened and smoothed my skin texture 😍 the perfect way to start the New Year!

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I was going to post this on December 31st as Cheer I was going to post this on December 31st as Cheers to the New Year post…

Then I was going to post this on January 1st as a Happy New Year post…

Then I was going to post this on January 7th as a Cheers to making it through the first week of 2023 post…

And now I’m posting it on January 15 🥂🤪
Come along as I brighten up my look for the Holida Come along as I brighten up my look for the Holidays in @newrodowntown ✨

First I stopped by @hairhouse_newro for a festive pedicure and the PERFECT Holiday blowout! I love how owner Dana gave the big bouncy hair of my ((sugarplum)) dreams and exactly what I asked for!

Then I headed down to @nicksnewhairdesign to get tinsel added to my hair…yes TINSEL! The hottest 2022 Holiday trend can be added to your hair and I can’t tell you how obsessed I am with how it turned out! Since I walked out of the salon I’ve had people stop me on the streets asking me about it!

These are just 2 of the many New Rochelle Downtown Merchants that can help you get Holiday ready this season! Head over to @newrodowntown on Instagram to find out more!

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Cheers to everyone who finished their Christmas sh Cheers to everyone who finished their Christmas shopping with 3 days to spare!

I would’ve finished weeks ago BUT @pura sucks and the package I ordered on Black Friday decided not to come and the only update they can give me is that “they’re fulfilling order as quick as possible”…K 🙃

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Did you get your Christmas mani yet?

If not you’re in luck because I’ve got 4 holiday perfect designs to take your appointment! And if none of these are catching your eye I have 50+ more Christmas nail art designs on the blog 🎄

🎄💅🏻 by the one and only @kelly.yan.nails 

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It’s not drinking alone if you have multiple per It’s not drinking alone if you have multiple personalities 🤪

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