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February 2020 Mood Board: Small Ways to Celebrate Life
February 9, 2020
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| Photos by: Adore Me, Element5 Digital, Heather Ford, Tirza van Dijk |
Of course, all of the things I've listed above can and should be a part of my lifestyle all year round, but I find it is easier to keep these things top of mind during February. We live in such a fast-paced world, so it is incredibly easy to forget to make room for inspiration in our lives. In my opinion, inspiration is what makes life magical, so it is an essential ingredient to living a fulfilled life. I am excited to embrace the different moods of each season and seek out more muses each month. Life is too short to not make time for the things we love, no matter how simple or elaborate they might be.
And in an effort to celebrate this one life we are given, here is a small list of indulgences that bring me joy. I hope they do the same for you.
- Drinking tea while burning a candle - it's simple and free
- Reading a magazine to wind down
- Walking around a neighborhood with cobblestone streets - there is something so charming about them. It's great to do while catching up with a friend or while listening to a podcast
- Watching a thought-proving video, show or movie - Parasite is next on my list.
- Putting on red lipstick and a cute outfit
- Drinking a smoothie after a killer pilates class
- Wearing lingerie or silky PJs while lounging around - it honestly just makes me feel 1000xs more confident. I love Adore Me and Asos because they both offer a large selection of lingerie for women with fuller busts and at an affordable rate. P.S. - The links below are affiliate links.
Are there any indulgences that you incorporate into your routine every February? If so, I'd seriously like to know in the comments below. I know Valentine's Day can suck if you are single, but I'm really starting to love my alone time. So whether you have a romantic evening planned with your boo, are having a night with friends and family, or are treating yourself to a lovely solo dinner at home while watching your favorite new show, there is always something to look forward to on a date that celebrates love. Self-love is the best type of love anyway. Cultivating unconditional self-love is the only way we will ever experience a full-life, and I am excited to continue nurturing my relationship with myself. I know you are too. Thank you for taking a moment to read this post; your support means so much to me. Until next time my friend - wishing you all the love, happiness and joy this month.
Hey ladies! Today I wanted to share 3 easy Valentine's Day outfits with you. I wanted to give you guys a lot of options no matter how you're spending the day. So whether you're just heading to and from work, going to a fancy dinner with your boo, or hitting the streets with your girl gang, I hope these outfits inspire you to dress to kill... after all, Valentine's day is all about being extra. It's fun to be over-the-top everyone once in a while. Life is too short to not go all out. If you're still not convinced that Valentine's Day is lit, here are seven reasons why I love this time of year AND seven alternative ways to celebrate the day that isn't obnoxiously cliche.
7 reasons why I love Valentine's Day
1. It's the perfect excuse to get dressed up and wear a lot of pink and red. We don't have to get dressed up for anyone else other than ourselves because it makes us feel confident.
2. If you're single, you can’t be judged for treating yourself all day long. You can give yourself everything you want in this world. You don't have to wait for someone else to give it to you.
3. We can go out for a Galentine's brunch, dinner, night out, whatever! Valentine's day is all about celebrating the love and beauty that's surrounded by all of us.
4. We can make cute gift baskets for our loved ones.
5. This day is an excuse to do all the romantic ish we usually think is overboard.
6. We have another excuse to buy fun holiday d̩cor Рaka the Target dollar section. It NEVER disappoints me. #TargetForLife
7. Love is the most important thing on the planet, so a day that celebrates loving and cherishing each and every person in your life is something to get excited about!
7 alternative ways to celebrate
1. Galentine's brunch. This is a great way to celebrate with your friends over the weekend. A pitcher of mimosas is always a great idea. Plus, this is another reason to get dressed up and day drink (or be healthy and skip the alcohol). Regardless, you'll have a grand ole time.
2. GNI - Have a girl's night in and cook together, watch your favorite movies or create burn books of lovers past if you still feel some type of way about them. I've never done this, but I have to admit that it sounds pretty therapeutic. We're allowed to be petty every once in a while... as long as you do so in private and don't try to hurt or publicly shame anyone.
3. Themed dinner party. You can go to a restaurant with your SO any day of the week, so why not make today special and go to a themed dinner party or host one for you and your friends. If you need inspiration, play a game like in that one episode of The Office where Michael forces everyone to play "Murder in Savannah" with him. I've always wanted to do something like that.
4. Have a paint and wine party. There are a ton of places that offer these types of classes or pick up some paint, wine, and canvases to enjoy at home.
5. Take a salsa dance lesson with your SO. This is a fun and flirty way to connect with your boo in an unexpected way. Just think about the beautiful red dresses you could wear to these classes! And if you're single, this could be a fun way to meet and flirt with new people. Go get em, tiger!
6. Rent out a BYOB Karaoke room for you and your crew.
7. And last, but not least, if you have money to blow and want to make this Valentine's Day one to remember, take a romantic helicopter ride around the city. If you live in or near a major city like NYC or ATL, you can find really affordable deals.
Work Wear Outfit
Just because Valentine's Day is in the middle of the year, there's no reason for us to not be festive at our 9-5s. Hey, it might even make your time in the office a little more fun if you're not so into your job. What I really love about this outfit is that it's not too over-the-top for the office. If you have a meeting at work, or don't want to look like Barbie in front of your co-workers, this shirt adds a fun twist to your outfit without drawing too much attention to yourself. P.S. This post contains affiliate links! 
I'm wearing a size large. In my opinion, button-down tops always look better tucked into something high-waisted. So grab a high-waisted pencil skirt or pair of jeans, some black or red pumps and some red lipstick. Now you're all set for the office.
A Dress That Devastates
I'm not ashamed to admit that I love red. I get this rush of confidence when I wear this color. It's bold, flirty and flattering on almost all skin tones. If you have a reason to get dolled up on Valentine's Day, I recommend wearing a red dress. The one I have on was on sale at Express for only $25, and it fits true to size.
I definitely suggest wearing some shapewear under this dress since it's form-fitting. And you can pick up some decent shapewear for $10-$15 at Target or invest in a pair of Spanks. They will serve you for years to come.
One more style tip I have for wearing red dresses, if you have a large chest like me and can't go braless, wear a red bra underneath. If you're bra strap ends up showing, it blends right in with the dress and is way less noticeable.
I definitely suggest wearing some shapewear under this dress since it's form-fitting. And you can pick up some decent shapewear for $10-$15 at Target or invest in a pair of Spanks. They will serve you for years to come.
One more style tip I have for wearing red dresses, if you have a large chest like me and can't go braless, wear a red bra underneath. If you're bra strap ends up showing, it blends right in with the dress and is way less noticeable.
Pink + Red
I love color blocking with pink and red. I find it hard to wear these two colors together year round, but February is the perfect opportunity to pair these colors together. This outfit is great for dinner with your crew, a movie date with your SO, a night out on the town and everything in between.
No matter how you spend this holiday, I hope you're day is full of love and joy. I know this sounds corny, and I'm rolling my eyes as I type it, but you always have someone special in your life because you'll always have yourself. It's true. No one has the power to love yourself more than you do or knows what's best for you like you do.
Don't forget to celebrate yourself and everyone whom you care about this month. I know your day will be magical, and thanks for taking some time to read this long post. I appreciate you more than you know. Until Next time!
No matter how you spend this holiday, I hope you're day is full of love and joy. I know this sounds corny, and I'm rolling my eyes as I type it, but you always have someone special in your life because you'll always have yourself. It's true. No one has the power to love yourself more than you do or knows what's best for you like you do.
Don't forget to celebrate yourself and everyone whom you care about this month. I know your day will be magical, and thanks for taking some time to read this long post. I appreciate you more than you know. Until Next time!
Valentine's Day Gift Guide: 8 small gifts you deserve to have today!
January 30, 2018
I have a love-hate relationship with valentine's day. Sometimes I love this holiday, and sometimes it makes me want to vomit or punch everyone who's in love (just being honest). This year, I'm taking a a positive approach to Valentine's Day. I'm all for it because I'm making it a day all about self-care and showing everyone in my life how much I love them.... without spending a ton of money. So I've put toghter a budget-friendly gift guide for this lovey-dovey day of the year. A mini gift to yourself is a great reminder that you are doing just swell. We might not be perfect, but we still deserve love, and self-love is just as important as external love. No matter how you spend February 14th, I hope it's full of love and joy.
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