Striped Tank Dress

We recently spent a week in San Diego over the 4th of July holiday.  I knew when I packed for this trip, I would need plenty of red, white, and blue and comfortable clothes to explore around in!  Before we left for our vacation, I stopped by Old Navy to get some outfit inspiration.  I picked up this navy blue and white striped maxi tank dress!

It's been a while since I have worn a longer maxi dress and I figured it was time to mix up my wardrobe a bit and try some new things!  First of all, I love the super soft jersey knit this dress is made with.  It's like wearing soft pajamas!  I tied a small knot at the bottom of the dress for fun!  This gives it a more fitted look but it also looks beautiful and flowy draped on its own.  

I love navy blue and white stripes!  This is a quintessential nautical look, especially paired with red and gold accents (which also made it a perfect outfit for 4th of July). I brought along my favorite denim jacket for the fireworks show as it does get cooler in the evening when you're out at the coast.  

It's really easy to accessorize this dress!  I recently purchased this festive red and white striped tote which was perfect to bring as a carry on for the plane trip.  It also worked great to stow beach essentials such as sunscreen, my hat, and towels when we went out exploring!  Here are a few other cute options I found here and here.  

I recently purchased these cute white sunnies that go with almost any summer outfit.  Lately, I have been bored with my sunglasses and wanted to frame my face with some color!  I didn't want to spend too much and these were a great option!  Now, I'm on a mission to find more bold and bright colors!  I love these ones here, here, and here!  Perfect for summer, don't you think? 

I hope you all had a fabulous 4th of July!  I plan to share more about the places we visited and the hotel we stayed at in San Diego later this week on the blog!  It was so nice to have a relaxing break with the family!

xoxoxo,

Hayley 

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Star Spangled 4th of July Sales

Who here is ready for the Fourth of July? I am! Now is the time to outfit yourself with the best stars and stripes! Check out the special star-spangled sale roundup below, featuring my favorite patriotic picks!  

I love seeing everyone's red white and blue inspired outfits over the past week.  I've posted a few of my own that you can check out here!  I wish you all a Happy 4th of July holiday!  I hope you have some time off to celebrate with family and/or friends doing the things you love and enjoying life!

• Wala Swim
• Enjoy 25% off sitewide with code SUMMER25 (through July 6)
• My pick: Togs Stripe Bandeau One Piece

• SSENSE
• Sale up to 70% off designer brands (through July 5)
• My pick: Givenchy Black & White Star Print Slip-On Sneakers

• Barneys New York
• Designer sale final markdowns! 75% off clothing, shoes, and accessories for men, women, and kids (June 29-TBD)
• My Pick: Golden Goose Fancy Sneakers

• Saks Fifth Avenue
• Final sale! Vast designer selections for women and men up to 75% off. Shop now (June 29-TBD)
• My pick: Diane von Furstenberg Emerson Short Jumpsuit

• Last Call
• Coolest sale of the Summer: save up to 30%-65% on the entire site at LastCall.com (June 21-30)
• My pick: Furla Classic LA Zip-Around Leather Wallet, Navy

• yoox.com
• ShopStyle exclusive! Enjoy an extra 10% off sitewide with code 10FORSTYLE (June 27-30)
• My pick: Giambattista Valli Ballet Flats

• Lord & Taylor
• Big July 4 sale! 20% off almost everything. Plus 25% off clearance items. Use code FOURTH. Shop now (June 28–July 5)
• My pick: Betsey Johnson Mystic Swim Top

• Barneys Warehouse
• Save up to an extra 75% on select clothing, shoes, and accessories for men and women (June 29-July 5)
• My pick: Oliver Peoples Alisha Sunglasses

• DVF 
• Take an additional 30% off sale styles (June 29-July 4)
• My pick: DVF Kit Cotton Eyelet Shirt Dress 

I love seeing everyone's red white and blue inspired outfits over the past week.  I've posted a few of my own that you can check out here!  I wish you all a Happy 4th of July holiday!  I hope you have some time off to celebrate with family and/or friends doing the things you love and enjoying life!  

xoxoxo,

Hayley

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Pop Sugar Must Have Box June Review

I received my POPSUGAR Must Have Box in the mail this morning and I was beyond excited to see what was included for the month of June!  I grabbed a cup of coffee and began unwrapping the happiness waiting for me inside!  For those of you who aren't familiar with the Pop Sugar Must Have Box, you can find out all about it here . 

By joining the POPSUGAR community of loyal subscribers, you will receive a monthly box of amazing goodies personally curated by the sensational professionals at POPSUGAR!  This gives you a chance to to discover some fun and innovative full size products and explore some fabulous brands across the fashion, beauty, and home decorating industry. 

I don't know about you, but I love receiving little surprises in the mail each month!  It's like Christmas morning when the hot pink and white box arrives in the mail!  I just want to rip it open and see what goodness is in store for me this month!  Here is a summary of the goodies included in the June box.

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Are you ready?  Here is what was included this month:

Beauty Products:

 NCLA - Born on the 4th Nail Lacquer - who doesn't love a little glitter and sparkle?  This red, white, and blue, festive nail polish was exclusively developed with Pop Sugar!  I think it looks perfect on it's own or painted over any color!  

Pacifica Underarm Deodorant Wipes - I have never tried wipes but honestly have experienced times when I left my house in a hurry and forgot to put on deodorant!  These wipes are perfect to keep in your purse for those kinds of emergencies or just to freshen up as needed!  Plus they are an aluminum free vegan formula!  

Knock Knock...Are You Ready (For Your Close-Up) Compact mirror - this is the perfect size you need when you are going out and don't want to carry a bulky handbag.  Grab your small clutch and pop in the necessities such as your lipstick, credit card, ID, and this compact mirror to check yourself before selfies!  It's cheeky and durable!

Home Products:   

Sisters of Los Angeles "Cheers" Gold Bottle Opener - this is the perfect addition to your fancy bar cart at home! I plan to display it proudly and ensure I always know where to find it - next to my fancy bar glasses and gold striped straws...a cold drink is always best served with fun accessories!

Wild & Wolf Ridley's Games Room "Who Am I" Quiz - I love to invite friends and family over and it's always fun to have some fun games on hand!  This is an easy to play game where you guess the celebrity based on what's listed on the card!  I captured a sample in my video below!  

and the answer is...

Fashion:

Hat Attack Neutral Diamonds Printed Sarong - this is the perfect accessory to throw in your beach bag and use as a swim cover up!  It can be tied in a variety of ways that makes it versatile and functional!  Wear as a long skirt tied at the side, drape it around your torso and tie it around your bust, or wrap it around your neck to wear it as a dress!  I love the neutral color pallet as it will pretty much go with everything!  

Food/Snacks:

Pressels Sriracha - I am a snack addict!  Sometimes I crave salty snacks and sometimes I need something sweet.  What I love about Pressels is they have less fat and sodium than other popular chip products and they are delicious and spicy - which happens to be my other sometimes craving next to chocolate and wine!!

Thanks POPSUGAR for making my day with some fun, useful, and terrific products! I cant't wait to see what will come in July!  

If you haven't tried POPSUGAR's Must Have box of goodies, then you are missing out!  New subscribers can receive $5 off the subscription by using coupon code MUSTHAVE5.  Receive your box in July and post your goodies on Instagram!  I would love to hear what you think about it!  

Have a great day!

Hayley

      

  

       

Saturday Shopping: Summer Hats

Summer has officially kicked off for our family!  The kids are out of school, the smell of barbecue fills the air, and everyone is spending more time outdoors soaking up the sun!  With that in mind, I wanted to share some of my favorite summer hats that are currently on my crave list!  From extra large floppy hats to sleek panama styles...I've curated a diverse and fashionable list for you to shop from!  

Don't forget the sunscreen!!  

Happy Summer!

Hayley

Living In Color

One of my co-workers said to me today, "you wear color really well!"  I assumed she meant this as a compliment, meaning "I love the bright and vibrant colors you wear every day".  The fact of the matter is, I love to wear colorful clothing, lipstick, nail polish, accessories, etc.  One of the easiest ways to change your mood and mindset is simply by changing the colors you choose to wear.   For example, red, orange, and yellow have been shown to evoke a broad range of strong emotions, while colors like blue, purple and green can have a calming effect.

If you're drawn to wearing basic neutrals day in and day out, you may be apprehensive about adding brighter colors to your wardrobe. Don't get me wrong, I love a classic neutral look and often opt for this simple and classy style.  However, if you want to add more color to your life, it’s not hard to work a broad range of shades into your wardrobe via accessories and see an effect. Even a strategic addition of colorful accents can help you self-soothe, or feel more powerful and confident.

A good way to get started for a color "newbie" is to begin with a neutral base.  My favorite neutral base options include a comfortable pair of black leggings, distressed denim, white skinny jeans, black shorts, and/or a blue denim skirt,  These neutral base options can be worn with any color and I consider them part of my closet staples.  

Once you have selected your neutral base, the sky is the limit with color!  In the summertime, I like to wear bright bold colors and neon such as this fun geometric print sleeveless top.  I love the crochet trim detail and the longer length is perfect to wear with leggings.  In the fall, my color wardrobe generally switches to warmer hues inspired by nature...mustard yellow, cranberry, rust, orange...the changing leaves of autumn.  In the wintertime, I prefer beautiful jewel tones such as red, electric blue, hot pink, purple, etc.  Last but not least, spring is a great time to break out soft pastels,,,blush pink, soft yellow, lavender, and baby blue, to name a few.

Keep in mind, your neutral base can also be what you wear on top.  A crisp white blouse, a black peplum top, or a chambray button up are great options when you're looking to wear a pair of colorful printed shorts, pants, skirts, and/or colored denim.  

Once you have overcome the fear of adding more color to your wardrobe, you'll be ready to graduate to the next level and begin color mixing and accessorizing.  I have a few tried a true color mix favorites that I would love to share in a future post!  Until then...

Live Colorfully,

Hayley

(all photos shot by @sawdeyphotography)

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Friday Favorites: Dresses

As most of you know, I love dresses!  I could sit at my computer and shop dresses all day with a cup of coffee in my pj's and I would be happy!  I have gathered up some of my favorite dress styles that are on trend right now and perfect for the season! Whether you're looking for a casual summer dress to wear at a picnic, something more business casual for work, or a cute little number to wear out for date night...I've got you covered!

Shop some of my current favorites below!  Click on the pic to expand for the shopping details!

Enjoy!

xoxoxo,

Hayley

   

Dresses

Nordstrom Half Yearly and Other Memorial Day Sales

Hey Friends! Memorial Day is right around the corner, and you know what that means – the Nordstorm Half-Yearly Sale has finally arrived! It’s up to 40% off your favorite designers and brands, now until June 5th!  Shop some of my favorite sale selections from apparel, shoes, bags, and beauty below!

• Nordstrom — Up to 40% off at the Half-Yearly Sale (May 25-June 5)
• Apparel: BB Dakota Renley Face Fit & Flare Dress
• Shoes: Ivanka Trump Gemima Studded Strappy Sandal
• Bags: Rebecca Minkoff Regan Satchel
• Beauty: Lancome Teint Idole 24H Wear & Comfort Divine Perfection Makeup
• Home: UGG Toscana Pillow

Here are some other fabulous Memorial Day Sales happening this week!

• SSENSE — Save up to 50% on designer brands now (May 20-June 5)

• Barneys New York — Spring designer Sale: Enjoy 40% off select clothing, accessories, and shoes for women, men and kids along with styles for the home (May 24-June 9).

• Gucci — Sale! Save up to 30%-50% on your favorite Gucci styles (May 25-TBD)

• Farfetch — Sale! Take up to 50% off designer picks (May 24-TBD)

• Yoox — Take up to 50% off markdowns and extra 15% off the entire site (May 24-26)

• Moda Operandi — Spring/Summer sale: save up to 50% on select styles, including Alexis, Carven, Emilia Wickstead, Stella Jean, Temperley, and Vivetta (May 17-30)

• Saks — The designer sale has arrived! Vast brand-name selections for women and men up to 40% off (May 24-June 4).

What item are you most excited about at the Nordstorm Half-Yearly sale? As always, happy shopping!

Hayley

Spring/Summer Espadrilles

Espadrilles are the perfect spring/summer kicks and I found some really cute and fun styles that I thought I would share with all of you!  Which ones are your favorite?  

Happy Shopping!

Hayley

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BeYOUtiful

Hey there! I know it's been quite a while since my last blog post.  I recently decided to leave my job and take a few months off.  I decided to focus on me for a little while and it was a much needed break.  I enjoyed spending time with my kids more...taking them to school and picking them up; driving them to baseball practice and games; helping with homework and not feeling rushed; and having more family Netflix nights.  I also spent more time with my friends.  We enjoyed going wine tasting and exploring Sonoma County; taking day hikes in our nearby regional parks for some exercise, going out to the city and seeing a show, and catching up over coffee at the some new cafes I had been dying to visit!  

I really just needed a break and I can't tell you what a world of difference it made!  I feel refreshed and re-energized.  It made me realize that I need to take time once in a while and do things that I enjoy and make me happy.  

I am back to work now.  I just started a new job at a new employer and so far I am really loving it!  I am also happy to report that I got a nice promotion and salary increase from my previous job so that is always a plus and I'm worth it!  

This tank top is a good reminder that time for "you" is important.  Women especially are guilty of putting everyone else on the top of the priority list - the kids, the spouse, the job, the dog...I encourage each of you to pencil yourself in everyday.  Take time to focus on you and do things that you enjoy.  It could be something simple like reading a book, indulging in your favorite reality show, going to the gym, or grabbing cocktails with your girlfriends.  When you make yourself a priority, you will notice that you are more confident, less stressed, super productive, and happier.

BeYOUtiful,

Hayley

P.S. My BeYOUtiful tank top is $24.99 with free shipping in the US.  I have three currently available in size Large (quantity 1) and Medium (quantity 2).  If you are interested in purchasing, please email your PayPal address with your desired size to sfbaystyles@gmail.com .  First come first serve.  Thanks!

(All images shot by San Francisco Bay Area Photographer Matt Sawdey) 

Spring Sale at SHOPBOP!

SPRING SALE AT SHOPBOP GOING ON NOW THROUGH MARCH 5TH!

If you have a case of serious spring fever, I have just the cure!  Shopbop has a fabulous 'Spend More, Save More' sale going on now until March 5th!  Spend $250+ and Save 15%, Spend $500+ and Save 20%, or Spend $1000+ and Save 25%.  Use code: BIGEVENT16 at checkout and stock up on some of your favorite designer styles!

Here's a quick list of what's in my shopping cart!  Just click the item in the collage below to shop my favorite spring essentials or browse through my full list below!

Happy Shopping!

Hayley