How to Dress for Success

Fashion and clothes have been an interest of mine for a long time. While I wouldn’t have considered myself a “classy” fashionista in my younger years, my taste has evolved and my style has drastically improved. I have much more confidence in how I show up to the world in my outfits. Time is spent choosing what I want to …

Successful Morning Routine

Mornings used to bother me. Throughout life, people make such a big deal out of “starting your day off right.” It’s a lot of pressure, right? I’ve been all over the map as far as my mornings go. There was really no emphasis on a successful morning routine, much less a routine at all. The older I get, the more …

My Favorite Brands for Petite Women

Petite. A word I’ve heard so much of my life. Other words or phrases: small, tiny, pocket rocket, mini, little, pint-sized. I’ve accepted what I am at this point. I’m petite. Merriam-Webster defines it as “a clothing size for short women.” The Urban Dictionary defines it as “a short girl with small breast and butt, and a cute face.” I’ll …

The 6 Best Summer Shoes Not Made in China

We all wear shoes. Some of us more than others, but we don’t live in the caveman ages anymore, and shoes are part of the charm of an outfit. My shoe collection varies in size, as some days I swipe through multiple shoes and get them out of my closet. My summer shoe collection is one that I like to …

7 Things to Know Before Your First Trip to Europe

Traveling abroad for the first time as an adult is overwhelming. If you’re trying to plan the trip on your own, your experience can quickly turn sour if you don’t know what you’re doing. While people like myself think it’s a hoot to spend hours researching things, others find it daunting. I was technically an adult when I first went …

My 10 Favorite Travel Items for a Long Flight

Knowing what my favorite travel items for a long flight are has taken me years to get down to a science. At this point in my extensive travels, I would say that I’m knowledgeable about items to take.  There is nothing more that I hate than overpacking, although I *may* do it every time. For my carry on items, I …