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Lilly Pulizter for Target Favorites & Info!

April 8, 2015 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I love Lilly Pulitzer. I love Target. Now, if you haven’t heard yet, these two *beautiful* things are coming together. Yep, a beautiful beautiful collab is happening here folks!!! On April 19th the Lilly Pulitzer line for Target is launching!! I’ll give you a minute incase you didn’t know

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Ahhhhh!!! Right?!? I am SO excited! I adore Lilly but the prices totally kill me, and I have don’t have much because of that. But the look book for the Target collection show completely reasonable (in my opinion) price points which is making this even more exciting. I want to get a few of the online only items AND make the trip to Target (most of you know it is actually a trip for me…”boo” to no close Target!) on the 19th. Is that nuts? Whatever, it’s very likely happening ; )

Today I want to share a few of MY favorites with you, links included, and get you excited for this fabulous collection! But in all honesty, pretty much the entire collection is my favorite soooo yeah, there is that. Also, they have a girls collection, and I have an almost 4 year-old…yeaaaah that’s also happening! Mother/Daughter matching outfits may be happening!

Lilly Pulitzer for Target

My Favorites:

Fun Target Haul! Shoes and Bag!! Splurge vs. Steal Comparisons!

March 25, 2015 & 1 Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

Thank you SO much for the support I recieved for my YouTube launch Monday! If you missed it, check out my first YouTube Video, the Mr. and Mrs. Challenge, with my hilarious and supportive hubs : )

Target has some AMAZING things right now!! And two things that I was swooning over from Chanel and Rebecca Minkoff? Well I found two affordable, designer inspired options at Target (Tar-jaaay!).

TARGET HAUL:

Dianne Cap Toe Espadrille Flat in Brown/Black:

Okay, first of all, how much do these look like the much coveted Chanel espadrilles?! AMAZING! Second, I reeeeally wanted cream, but they weren’t in stock when I purchased these, but as long as these seem comfortable I want to grab the cream and maaybe blacks too. I love espadrille flats in the spring and summer!! And these are the most gorgeous ones I’ve found at an affordable price. Now, they clearly aren’t Chanel quality, but they seem comfortable so far. I did order my normal size, and they fit, but if I get more I will go half a size up (I should have read the reviews! whoopsies!).

Tameka Elastic Quarter Strap Sandals in White:

At first I wasn’t sure if the elastic strap was going to be way too old (err okay I’ll just say it: grandma-ish) for my taste, but it’s actually such a cute sandal on! I love how it nods to the Birkenstock which made a huuuge comeback in 2014, but has a new twist. This shoe is seems very very comfortable, but I have only worn it around the house because we STILL have snow here. That’s another story! I can’t wait to wear these!

Lakitia Embellished Sandal in Glitter:

I wanted the version of these from last year but didn’t order in time so I ended up with a metalic gold strapped pair that I wore more than any other sandal last summer! So, if you like these I would get them fast! I was able to slide my food in and out of the pair from last year without buckling them (wooohoo! especially for other moms out there!) AND I wore these to the zoo, parades, and other all-day events without blisters! I hope this adorable pair performs as well as the version I got last year.

Backpack Handbag in Black:

I promise, this link is not doing this bag justice! I saw this in-store, fell in love, but walked away…which I OF COURSE immediately regretted! I am talking was googling this baby minutes after leaving the store, but it wasn’t online yet. As I’ve noticed before with Target, items seem to hit stores first and then about a week or so after will be up online. I ordered it. How could I say no for $29 when the similar Rebecca Minkoff I was lusting over was $300?! Years ago I didn’t like carrying purses that were not designer, but I’ve changed my tune! The quality of bags from places like Target has gone up, and let’s be real I have a budget! This bag is going to get a lot of use! There is so much storage, and enough room for a few diapers, a bottle, a lovey…all the things I have to tote around : )

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My Birthday Wishlist

March 4, 2015 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

Thank you for reading! I debated sharing this post because I absolutely realize that I’m not 7 and a wishlist may seem silly or selfish, but I promise I’m not sending it off to any grandparents or aunts ; ) I just want to share some items that I’ve been loving! Also, LeahTackles.com is almost 1!! On my birthday, March 12th, it will be 1 year since this little blog went live!! So, I do plan to share my goals for myself and for LeahTackles.com next week.

M.A.C Lipsticks:

I own a few things from M.A.C, but really only old standbys, and want to expand my lipstick collection! Tell me your favorite M.A.C lipsticks in the comments!!

Cover FX Contour Kit:

I love contouring and would love to try a cream contour kit! I’ve heard this one blends like a dream.

Rebecca Minkoff Julian Backpack:

I’ve touched on the fact that as a mom with young kids I don’t often carry a purse, and I miss handbag shopping! I haven’t seen the point in buying a purse lately, because with the exception of date nights I don’t get to carry them, but a backpack purse?! That I can do! I think this would be amazing for day-long outings with or without the kiddos. They also have a gorgeous version at Target that I saw in-store that’s only $30!

Have a wonderful weekend!! I love you all!

POPSUGAR MUST HAVE BOX FEBRUARY 2015!

February 23, 2015 & 1 Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Thank you for being here and making me part of your day : ) Today I want to share my PopSugar Must Have Box for February with you. Once again I am disappointed with the shipping :/ It wasn’t AS bad as last month, but I got this box several days after a friend who lives in the same state, and after Valentine’s Day which this box was strongly themed around. With that said, I LOVELOVELOVE this months box, and will still use every single item, but I wish the shipping would improve to how it was a year or so ago. I have been subscribed for 26 months and shipping has seemingly gone downhill. So, the dates of delivery really seem to vary, but *usually* the PopSugar box usually arrives between the 10th-15th of every month for me…it ships from California via FedEx Smart Post, which means it goes out FedEx but arrives to my P.O Box.

If you don’t know, the box contains full size, premium quality items in all different categories: food, beauty, fashion, home, and sometimes an extra goodie too! Each box boasts a retail total of $100 or more. You can check out my review of the PopSugar Must Have Box for January 2015 here.

The February box was inspried by, “One Love, Hearts & Arrows, Red Hot, Devine Desserts, and Pampering” (a.k.a Valentine’s Day ; ) ) …ummm yes please!!

February Must Have Box:

*Note: Rose Water Bubble Bath by U.S Apothecary NOT shown because it arrived (very) damaged

Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush by Tarte Cosmetics in True Love:

I was instantly over-the-moon excited by this box when I saw this! Obviously, I reeeeally love makeup, and Tarte is an amazing brand! I own a holiday blush palette from Tarte, but until now did not own any of the individual Amazonian Clay blushes. I love this shade, and it wears beautifully for a very natural flush that can be built up as needed. It is great that just a tiny tap into this is all you need because it is so highly pigmented, and this could be worn on many skintones.

$26

Rose Water Bubble Bath by U.S Apothecary:

This was a huge letdown because mine was broken : ( It leaked badly and my whole box smelled strongly of roses, but thankfully it didn’t damage my other items except the burlap bag that the next item was in. I appreciate that PopSugar always is sure to wrap items like this incase this happens, but I was still bummed! I contacted PopSugar first by email, but then recieved a much faster response by reaching out on social media. I have had two or three other issues over the course of 26 months, and always get excellent customer service once I get ahold of someone at PopSugar. If this happens to you I suggest sending a *nice* tweet to @MustHaveSupport or a Facebook message to the PopSugar Must Have Facebook page. I look forward to trying this when I get my replacement!

$30

Bamboo Heart Cutting Board & Cheese Knife by ACME Party Box Company:

I swoon over the ACME Party Box Company website, they have fantastic but fairly pricy gift ideas for everyone, and things themed for any party or celebration you could imagine! I love making little cheese and snack platters to make a night of Netflix with Stephan a little more special, so this is perfect for that! I love that this came with a little cheese knife, too!

*Similar item linked

$32

Mini Arrow Pendant Necklace by Bauble Bar:

Just like the Tarte blush, I was estatic when I saw something from Bauble Bar! I adore Bauble Bar jewelry! This little arrow necklace so dainty and cute! I think this would be adorable layered with other small necklaces, or worn alone. You can wear it at two different lengths, and I found that it laid better on the shorter length for me. This is definitely a new favorite for me, and my 3 year old Hailey gave it her nod of approval as well ; )

*Similar item linked

$32

100% Natutral Blam by Figs & Rouge in Lemon Berry:

This has such cute packaging! I really like the ever ever so slight tint and feel of this. Although I love the look of a tin style balm, I don’t like dipping my finger into it unless I have something to immediately wipe my finger off on, so I end up using balms like this less than ones in tube form. I also feel like they are less sanitary. I really like the Lemon Berry color/flavor that I got, but if you’re subscribed what kind did you get? Leave me a comment and let me know, I love hearing what other variations people received!! : )

Ravishing Rocky Road Bar by Chuao Chocolatier:

OH MY GOSH YUM!!! Salted, caramelized almonds, and marshmallows in all-natural milk chocolate? Yes, yes, yes!! This is soooo good! I was really sad when it was gone! And Steph, who isn’t a big sweets or milk chocolate fan typically, also really enjoyed the small piece I shared ; ) I think these would be awesome as a gift add-on, or a sweet thing to send to a friend or loved one…maybe a Galentine!

FingerPaints Nail Color by Sally Beauty in Romanticism Ruby:

This is a special extra and what a fun one! I love nail polish, and this is a brand I’ve never tried, so I can’t wait to try something new. I think Romanticism Ruby will be a great toe color! If you’re a PopSugar subscriber, what color did you get?

$5.50

I am THRILLED with the items in this months box, but I am frustrated with the shipping and my broken item as well. I hope that PopSugar can turn it around quickly so that I can start enjoying my box and sharing with all of you in a timely manner. This box has a retail value of $139.50 which is $100 more than the cost of the box. It really is like Christmas every month! Do you subscribe to PopSugar? What did you think about this box? Let me know in the comments! If you’d like more information on PopSugar you can find it here.

Have a great Monday!! XO

Nursing Mama Style Tips: What I Wear While Breastfeeding! Part 1

February 16, 2015 & 3 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you all had a great Valentine’s with people who make your heart skip a beat! I had a very low-key weekend with my little loves (Hailey, Connor, and Logan), and of course my big love (Stephan).

I am exclusively breastfeeding our 5 week old and I forgot what a pain nursing fashion can be! If you think looking cute is hard pregnant, girl forget it and embrace that precious bump, because the first few weeks especially your breasts have to be easily accessable ALLTHETIME! So, today I want to share a few of the pieces I’ve been loving that are specifically for nursing, and in Part 2 of my Nursing Mama Style Tips I will share regular pieces that you can buy anywhere or may already have in your closest that work beautifully for nursing.

Long Sleeve Pull Over Nursing Hoodie by Motherhood Maternity:

I love this for at home because I feel cute but am just rocking a thin cotton hoodie. This is a size small and I love it with legging or skinny jeans for a cute but very casual look. I also own this in gray.

Wrap Nursing Sweater by Motherhood Maternity:

This is currently out-of-stock online but they do have other similar styles like this one. I love this because it doesn’t look like a nursing top, but it is SO easy to nurse in discreetly. If you really want some extra cover in public, throw a scarf on over it!

Faux-Leather Trim Black and White Striped Nursing Top by Milk Nursing Wear:

I found Milk Nursing Wear because I was in love with Boob Design tops, but I just can’t bring myself to spend that much on a top that I’m only going to wear for nursing. But, if it in your budget, they are gorgeous and I’ve heard nothing but good things! Milk Nursing Wear is the same idea, but at lower prices. This top is so chic and easy to nurse in! It is INCREDIBLY soft, a rayon/ lycra blend, and is slightly longer in the back which I like. This is my favorite nursing top, and I can’t wait to dress it up with some fun jewelry! Milk Nursing Wear if you’re reading this PLEEEEASE make more options like this!

Nursing mamas, what do you wear? I would love more ideas! Stay tuned for Part 2! And please subscribe!!

EASY DIY NURSING CAMI/TANK TOP!

February 2, 2015 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Thank you as always for being here! I hope that you had a wonderful weekend!

As most of you know, I have a newborn baby, Logan, and 3 kids 3 1/2 years and under! I am nursing Logan, and need to be able to do so easily without fussing with my clothes. I own a couple of nursing tank tops from Motherhood Maternity and Target, but they are typically $25 each, and then you still need a cardigan or top to wear overtop. I need to have a ton of easy to nurse in stuff because every outfit I wear for the first few months especially has to be nursing friendly, so I turned to Google for some help! I found some tank tops by Undercover Mama, but they looked pretty simple to re-create, so I decided to google further for a DIY option. I then found the blog BabyBellyKelli and her tutuorial on how to repurpose an old cami into a nursing cami. Her blog is really cute, so be sure to check it out : )

NURSING CAMI/TANK TOP DIY:

What You’ll Need:

A cami style tank top

*TIP: I used some that I had from Forever 21. I like the ones *without* a shelf bra, but that is entirely up to your personal preference. If you don’t have any cami tanks you want to use, I definitely suggest the ones from Forever 21 because they are anywhere from $1-4 dollars each.

Thread (it’s nice if it matches the cami, but it won’t be seen by anyone but you so whatever you’d prefer)

Scissors

A Needle

A Clip Down Nursing Bra (My favorites are the Motherhood Maternity Seamless Bras or Sports Bras)

Step 1:

Lay the cami down and cut the straps at the back of the cami as close to the tank top as possible while being careful not to cut the cami itself.

Step 2:

On the front of the cami cut each strap so that about 2 inches of strap is left.

Step 3:

Using your needle and thread sew the 2 inch strap into a loop. I doubled up my thread and tied a triple not at the end. I started on the inside of the cami and pushed the needle out so that the string was on the inside. I did about 5-7 stiches per strap just to be sure it would be very secure! The last thing you want to worry about while nursing, especially in pubic, is that your nursing tank isn’t going to hold up! Do this to both sides of your cami. I made 5 camis in about 30 minutes, it was really fast once I got going! Please excuse my messy stitches on the gray cami, it bothers the perfectionist in me, but hey nobody else will see it!

Step 4:

Put on a nursing bra and then unclip it. Put on your cami. Put the loop that you made over the clasp of the nursing bra and then reclasp your nursing bra. Ta-da! How awesome is that?!

I wanted to be sure to test out one of these before sharing this tutorial with you, and I nursed in public without any issue! This is actually EASIER to me than my other nursing tanks, because I just have to unclip my bra instead of unclipping both a nursing tank and nursing bra. I am thrilled with these results and now I just need to find some great, affordable cardigans to go over them to get me through winter with a new baby who looooves to eat!! : )

If you found this DIY tutorial helpful *please* “pin” this post to your Pinterest or share it with one of the button links at the bottom of this post! It’s super easy, promsie!

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Preppy Pink Shop Brand Rep AND Discount Code!!

January 26, 2015 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Thank you for being here! I hope that you had a wonderful weekend!

Today I am *THRILLED* to announce that I am now a Brand Rep for Preppy Pink Shop, a fabulous shop that has amazing custom skirts that I swooned over in my post Meet My Newest Obsession: Preppy Pink Shop and See My Christmas Eve Outfit , gorgeous key fobs, adorable jewelry, and more! The Lily Pulitzer print skirts are perfection, too. Below I share some of my favorite items but to see more you can go to www.PreppyPinkShop.com or www.PreppyPinkShop.Etsy.com to see more of the beautiful items! I also am including a picture of the custom maternity skirt that I wore on Christmas Eve. If you’d like to If you use the code PPSREP4 you can save 30%!

If you have any questions, please let me know!! Please be sure to SHARE THIS POST and SUBSCRIBE : ) XO

POPSUGAR MUST HAVE BOX JANUARY 2015!!

January 21, 2015 & 3 Comments

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I finally got my hands on my PopSugar Must Have Box for January! My sweet friend (hey girl hey you know who you are! Don’t spit out your coffee if you’re at work!) got her box a whole week before me and we live in the same state. Hmm! So, the dates of delivery really seem to vary, but *usually* the PopSugar box usually arrives between the 10th-15th of every month for me…it ships from California via FedEx Smart Post, which means it goes out FedEx but arrives to my P.O Box.

I didn’t get the sheet with information about what inspired each product, which was a bit of a bummer because I like jumping into the box and being surprised but then reading about each item. I looked up this months inspirations for the box and it said, “Rejuvenate, Fresh Start, Snow, Glimmer, Energize and Refresh”.

January 2014 Must Have Box:

Pom Pom Hat by Jack + Lucy

I love this!! It’s a bit slouchy and more “hipster” than what I normally would wear, but it is super cute on!! I looove to wear gray and the pom pom is right up my ally! We got tech gloves Jack + Lucy in the January box for 2014 that I wear all the time and they’ve held up really well.

$32

12 oz Brew Glass Coffee Cup by KeepCup

I love this! First of all, it fits under my Keurig which is great because a lot of travel mugs do not. The idea is that you can take these cups to your favorite coffee shop and they are the correct size for consistent proportions. I am curious about taking a cup like this to Starbucks…has anyone done this or tried to? But let’s be real, I usually am drinking/making coffee at home, and so I can definitely get a lot of use out of it.

$26

Skin Jewel Tattoos

I started seeing these last summer, and I’ll be honest the first time I saw them is when all of the girls on the total guilty pleasure of a show, Bachelor in Paradise, were rocking them. I think they’re fun, and would definitely wear a few on my wrists in the summer when I have a bit of a (fake) tan. Also, where were these when I was in college?! How freaking cute! I would have definitely worn these alllllll summa long at the pool.

$18

Protein Gronola in Peanut Butter N’ Dark Chocolate by Nature Valley

I am breastfeeding a newborn, so I am constantly needing simple snacks because I get so hungry so fast, and I think this will be a great option. I tried it and it tastes good, I bet it will be amazing with milk or almond milk!

$3.70

eQua Yoga Hand Towel by manduka

I am excited about this one! Once I get the all clear from my doctor to workout again after baby, I can’t wait to get back into shape, and this will be an awesome gym towel!! It says yoga but I can see myself using this after the treadmill or machines.

$16

Ice Water Eyes by ToGoSpa

I love these! Did they know that I just gave birth?! Look for these in an upcoming Empties post where I let you know how they worked for me. I am hopeful ; )

$12.50

Ultra Repair Cream by First Aid Beauty

I keep seeing First Aid Beauty, and this product in particular, mentioned on other blogs I read and on YouTube videos that I watch but until now I haven’t had anything from the brand. I am thrilled to have this and can’t wait to try it out. And this is the big size, so it’s pretty nice that they gave us that and not the smaller $12 tube that is also avaliable.

$30

This box had a retail value of $138.20 and I think I will get use out of every single item in the box! I love PopSugar because it is a nice way to pamper yourself with things you probably wouldn’t buy yourself otherwise or may not know about otherwise. Do you subscribe to PopSugar? If you’d like more information you can find that right here! If you subscribe, did you enjoy your box? Please *COMMENT* to let me know!!! : )

If it makes you happy…

January 12, 2015 & 4 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Who remembers that song “If It Makes You Happy” by Sheryl Crow? When I decided that I wanted to share a few things in my room that make me happy, I couldn’t get that song out of my head! I am a big believer in making life as beautiful, enjoyable, and special as possible…life is short! Surround yourself in pretty things! A quick DIY or some washi tape can completely change something from ordinary to fab!! Thank you for being here! I hope that you had a wonderful weekend! *Hopefully* I have a brand new baby boy in my arms when you’re reading this, but as I write this he still hasn’t made his appearance. I will definitely be doing an introduction post to our new little man as well! Get ready for some picture posts!!

What pretty things do you surround yourself with? What have you been loving lately? I would *love* to hear from you! Enable me ; ) Have a great start to your week!! And please comment, subscribe, and share!!! It means SOOOOMUCH to me!

What I Got For Christmas 2014!!

December 31, 2014 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday! And Happy New Year’s Eve!

Today I want to share some of the wonderful gifts that I was lucky enough to get from loved ones for Christmas. As a disclaimer: I am in no way bragging! I feel *extremely* blessed to have been given these things, and hope that you enjoy seeing posts like this! I love to read and watch “What I got For Christmas” posts and videos, and I hope you do too! If not, that’s okay too : )

What I Got For Christmas 2014:

#1 The Selfie by Gabba Goods:

I think this is such a fun little gadget and can’t wait to try it out! I am not sure it will help much with selfies, it isn’t like those little sticks that you can put your phone on, but I think it would be great for group selfies for sure!! I love this…hopefully this will improve my Instagram ; )

#2 Sticks Stones Necklace by Love Nail Tree:

This necklace is so unique and stunning! I love that it’s simple but a longer style. I can’t wait to style this!!!

#3 Nirvana White Rollerball by Elizabeth and James:

I have been wanting this for a long time now!! I love the Nirvana Black as well, and think I will add it to my collection soon. I also was a huuuuge Mary-Kate and Ashley fan when I was little, so it’s fun that this is from their high-end brand. On another note, have you SEEN the Elizabeth and James jewelry line?! *SWOOOON!*

#4 Cranberry and Gray Scarf, Headband, and Gloves by Coach:

This was such a great gift because I wouldn’t gravitate towards this cranberry color, but I am really enjoying it! I love it with the gray, one of my favorite colors to wear, and love that each of these pieces are just as gorgeous worn on their own. The gloves aren’t tech gloves, but they do fold back for easy touch screen use.

#5 Full Frontal Lipstick Stash Set by Urban Decay:

I have one Urban Decay Revolution lipstick that I adore, so I was super excited to get this set. These mini lipsticks are adorable and I don’t mind that they’re small because it isn’t often that I actually use up a lipstick! Gorgeous, pigmented, creamy lipsticks in STUNNING shades!!

#6 Life Planner and Accessories by Erin Condren:

I wish I could explain this planner to you but I think this will deserve an entire blog post or maybe even a video! This planner is EVERYTHING you could want in a planner! Also, Erin Condren the creator of the Life Planner is a Delta Gamma like me : ) Seriously, I know it may be a bit late to order a planner, but this would be worth ordering and getting a bit late. There are tons of options, they have custom options, and tons of fun accessories. I can’t wait to start using this!!!

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