For me, bronzer is in that beauty category (with blush and foundation) of products that can truly make or break your look. When applied properly, in the form of the correct formulas for your skin’s tone and texture, these products can make you appear glowy and well-rested; like you just so happen to have perfect […]
Investing is one of those topics that sends people running for the hills at the mere mention of the word. And it’s no wonder! Schools don’t teach us that investing is a critical ingredient to building wealth —and they certainly don’t teach us how to do it. Well, let me fill you in on a little secret […]
Friends, I’ve spent more time by and in a pool in the past two months than I have my entire life, which is a pretty big deal in my world, considering I’ve lived the bulk of my life avoiding pools and water at all costs. When invitations would roll in for pool hangs, boat days, […]
Happy weekend, friends! This one’s already been full of swimming with friends and food on the grill – and this morning, Phoebe and I are hopping a flight to St. Louis to visit my brother and meet my other new baby niece, June! (If you’ve been following along, you’ll know that both my siblings had […]
Mornings can be tough, and all too often, we get through breakfast feeling groggy and rushed—or worse, skip it altogether. With summertime in full swing, I’m determined to make the most of these longer days by upping my morning game. To start strong, I switched up my usual after-work drinks meet up by inviting a […]
Meet your new favorite way to eat watermelon.
July in Austin is all about seeking refuge. Cold movie theaters, restaurants after dark and the always spontaneous night swim are means of survival when it comes to triple digit weather. I love this time of year for it’s slower pace and nostalgic little moments of watching bored high school kids hanging out at snow […]
photo: By Tezza The fact that it feels like the weekend was just here is a testament to how much these summer weeks are flying by, and (being the summer girl that I am) my greatest goal for this weekend is to be totally present and soak up every little moment. Plans: read a book […]
Also: the best dumplings we’ve EVER had.
Summer is no time to give up on dessert. Sure, your air conditioner is blasting 24/7 and you’re wearing far less clothing than during the other 8 months of the year, but skipping dessert? Not worth it. Not when there are fresh berries and stone fruit to be had. While I may be slightly more […]
Beach front property not required.
image: c2 photography/food & wine I arrived home from Aspen Food & Wine Classic earlier this week, and it admittedly took me a couple days to fully recover from the eats, drinks, nonstop pace, and – did I mention drinks? It was a gloriously busy and delicious few days, and I was excited to team […]