Oh, Fabulous Friday!

Hello everyone!  TGIF!!!!

This week I added a lil' something to our living room that I wanted to share.  We had been looking for an end table for quite some time without any luck.  We wanted something unique but it had to be tall enough for us to be able to rest a glass, etc. on while sitting on the couch.

SO, I headed out to one of my favorite places for antique-y things...downtown Holly!  At the Holly Arcade Antique Mall I found an old chicken coop (after 2/3 laps around...there is SO much to see)....It was JUST the right height (turned vertically).

Then the search was on for a flat surface to put on top for a lamp, vase, picture frame and/or a glass to sit nicely on.  We came across this old rustic looking tray!!!  JUST the right width and length!!! Jackpot!!!

I got it home, cleaned off my new treasures and voilà!!!  Our new end table...now I just need a cool lamp or sweet vase to put there rather than the pic :-) 

***I will give a disclaimer that I did not just go there on a specific mission, find what I wanted and leave...It is never that easy is it?  The item that I went to look for, I didn't exactly find.  So, moral of the story, if you don't find what you are looking for at first, don't just BUY to buy...be patient and the right thing will pop up eventually :-)  (Even though I need to work on this myself) Ha!

I hope everyone has a GREAT weekend!  Don't forget to enter our S&D bangle give away!!  Only two more days to enter!!

Talk to ya on Monday!

Xo, K

Friday Friday Friday!

Hi friends & hi Friday!! I am so excited to watch our Seniors walk the halls for their last time today. Such a fun chapter for them to close and get ready for their next one!

In the mean time... here is my fab find!!

I couldn't get a good picture of it because it has not come yet. But, I was checking out Instagram one day and came across Hello Apparel's instagram account. This was right after the devastating tornadoes in Oklahoma. They had posted this pic...

And I knew immediately that I had to get it!! I caught it early in the sale, so I was able to get the tank. Turns out that they ended up selling out the tank and they were able to make $91,500 to donate to the tornado cause! They are now still selling the tank on their website and they are only taking the cost of the tank and donating the rest to the cause. I love when a great company does something great for people. There are TONS of companies out there like this (I have a whole Pinterest board dedicated to companies like this!) and I love to be able to support them. 

When I get the actual shirt I will definitely share with you. In the mean time, don't forget to enter our S&D giveaway!! 

Have a great weekend, ya'll! XO, E

WW: Kristin's Top 5 Favorite Wedding Moments

Hi there!

First of all...Picking ONLY five was very very tough because it truly was THE BEST DAY of my life!!!!!  I cannot WAIT to see the video to live it all over again :-)  I may have gone a bit overboard with the pics...Sorry about that.  I just could NOT narrow down what I wanted to talk about or show you!!

Thank you E.C. Campbell Photography for capturing such amazing memories and Lafayette Grande for your amazing venue/staff!  I have a million more people to thank...perhaps I will talk about all of my amazing vendors, who truly made our vision come to life, in an upcoming WW!?!?

In no particular order, here we go!

1.  Getting to see Mitch for the first time!!!

Mitch and I did a "first look" as well.  Due to the fact that our wedding started later in the evening    

(and the ceremony and the reception were at the same location) we decided to give it a whirl.  It was   

SUCH an exciting and special moment.  As Elyse mentioned, it is not for everyone but we loved   every minute of it.  We were able to mingle with our guests more (as much as you can with the craziness of the evening), our bridal party was able to start partying sooner and enjoy cocktail hour, the post wedding pics were speedy AND we were able to do our rooftop photos that I HAD to have!!!

***This was taken before our first look...

***Here I come down the staircase.  We still had not seen one another yet :-)

***The moment :-)

2.  My Dad walking me down the aisle!!

My father's health has had it's ups and downs.  There was question if he would be able to walk me down the aisle.  He did it!!

***I did not know my Dad did this at the time, but my amazing photographer caught the moment.  Here is a pic of him giving Mitch a "thumbs up"...he got me there! My proud papa :)

3.  Our Ceremony!!!  (More specifically reading our own vows)

I just loved every minute of our ceremony!  We were SO lucky to have so many of our loved ones there!!!  It was a FULL house but it had such an intimate, light hearted and magical vibe to it.  Mitch and I wrote our own vows.  I wrote mine down...he did not!  Brave man!!!  It was so special to be able to share and express our love and compassion for one another at that moment.

*** I cannot remember exactly what I said here...but it must have been funny :-)

4.  Our rooftop sunset photos/moments away with one another.

This day was for us to celebrate our love and future together with our family and friends...HOWEVER it was nice to escape for a few moments here and there to just reflect and be with each other, away from the hustle and bustle of it all.  Regardless of the time we took for each other...hoping to slow it all down...the night still FLEW by :-(

5.  How it ALL came together!!

From your dress, bridesmaids dresses, shoes, jewelry, flowers, ties, hair, colors, venue, food, cake, centerpieces, ETC!!!!  The decisions never stop.  It was SO fun to see how it all came together...especially when it exceeds your vision and expectations.  Planning a wedding yourself (with TONS of help from family and friends) is hard work...but in the end, it was SO great to see my vision come to life!!!!

 *** My bouquet (and hair piece) was compiled from brooches given to me by loved ones (if you read the earlier post, here is the finished product...thank you Mom and Renee, you guys are amazing).  Each one represented someone near and dear to Mitch and I.

 ***Don't we have a great looking support group?????

*** My dress...so in love!  It took an army to get it on me, double sided fashion tape and all (ha), but loved every minute of putting it on!!! Thank you, Bridal Couture, for everything!!!

***It was SUCH an amazing feeling walking into a room FULL of your loved ones, there for you!  It was quite surreal!  We felt so much love that we had to get up and say a quick thank you to everyone.

<3   <3   <3

What a day!  I am so excited to see where this journey takes us!

Thank you (again) E.C.Campbell Photography for capturing these moments we will now have for a lifetime!!!  You truly are amazing!!

Thank you to EVERYONE who helped make this day THE BEST DAY EVER!!!

Sorry if I put too many pics on ....again, just couldn't decide!!!! :-)  Thanks for reading!

Elyse and I would love to hear your favorite moments!!!  Or tell us your special wedding-to-be moments that you are looking for!  Share share share!

Xo, K

KP's "Monday" Mode

Hello all! 
Happy day after Memorial Day!!

I hope everyone had a great day with their loved ones remembering and honoring those who have served, or currently are serving, our country. We are so grateful for you!

#1

 #1 Accessories

Outfit #1

Sandals:  Payless

Pants:  Charlotte Russe

Tank:  CAbi

Sweater:  Nordstrom

Necklace:  Express

Bracelet(s):  Floral cuff,  Charlotte Russe
                    Gold and white, Lia Sophia

Watch:  Christmas Gift from dear Mom in Law :-)

(you can change the bands!!)

#2

Outfit #2

Heels:   Calvin Klein

Shorts:  CAbi

Tank:  CAbi

Cardigan:  American Eagle
Necklace:  Decades Consignment

Bracelet(s):  Forever 21

 #3

 #3 Accessories

Outfit #3

Sandals:   Payless

Skirt:  CAbi

T-shirt:  Forever 21

Necklace:  Creative Art Studio
Bracelet:  Lia Sophia (from teacher appreciation week!!!) Thank you PTO!!!

 #4

 #4 Accessories

Outfit #4

Wedges:  Charlotte Russe

Skirt: Humanity Boutique

T-Shirt:  Hollister (Super oooolllldd!!)

Necklace:  Charlotte Russe

Bracelet(s):  Pandora/JCrew

Watch:  Juicy Couture

#5

Outfit #5

Flats:  Banana Republic

Jeans: CAbi

Tank:  Boutique in Fenton (no longer in business)

Sweatshirt:  Forever 21

See you again tomorrow for my top five favorite moments from the wedding!!!!

Xo, K

E's Monday (Tuesday!) Modes

Hello, hello! I'm bringing you alllll sorts of dresses and skirts this week! It was pretty hot last week (until the weekend, of courseeee) so I was wearing dresses just about every day. Here is what I was rockin'!

Outfit #1

Dress: Forever 21 (old)

Bracelet: F21 (old)

Shoes: DSW (old)

 Outfit #2 (50 shades of blue!)

Dress & Belt: Forever 21

Necklace: Creative Art Studio (Royal Oak)

Shoes: Target (from Kristin's wedding!)

Earrings: Bip & Bop

Bracelets: F21

Outfit #3

I'm excited about this outfit for 2 reasons: 1) I loved being able to do this to my chambray shirt 2) I perfected the sock bun without the sock!

Dress: CAbi

Button-up: JCrew

Bracelet: F21

Watch: Nixon

Earrings: F21

Outfit #4 (Date Night!)

Skirt: Tilly's

Shirt: Good hYOUman

Cardi: F21

Purse: Target

Come back this Wednesday to read about Kristin's Top 5 Fave Moments from her wedding and see some of her gorgeous pics. And don't forget to enter our giveaway!! XO, E

Firmoo's Free Glasses!

Hello, readers! We wanted to take a time out on this Memorial Day to share a lil info with you about a great deal! Firmoo has updated their New Arrivals for May and you may have the chance to get yours for FREE!

We all know that with spring & summer comes a whole new wardrobe. But sometimes it can be frustrating when you have a nice dress or outfit to wear, but can't seem to find the right pair of accessories to go with it. Wearing glasses is another new trend, so don't be shy to rock your prescription lenses in very cool frames this season! I personally LOVE to wear my glasses as an accessory, so I can never have enough pairs! 

Firmoo is here to make your life easier! They have a seriously awesome First-Pair-Free program where new customers are entitled to receive their very first pair of Firmoo glasses for free! Amazing, right? And the best part is, they are constantly adding new arrivals and have switched up some styles for May. You only need to pay shipping costs!

Check out some small samples of the new updated shades for May here. Frames are constantly changing in the first pair free website, so be sure to get them while you can! They've got styles and colors for all face shapes. I totally love them all.

Oversize frame:

Rectangle frame:

Vintage style:

Nerdy style:

Still not sure that eyewear can be fashionable? It can! Check out how some of these fashionistas style them:

(The above model photos are all derived from Firmoo+.)

Firmoo really has glasses for every taste, so what are you waiting for?? Hurry to get yours, because limited quantities will be offered!

We'd love to hear from you and tell us what glasses you like best from Firmoo! I know that I (Elyse) need to get a pair and soon! I've been watching the free section like crazy to get a pair that is just right. They even have the option on the website where you can upload your photo and see what the glasses would look like on you! I've been playing around with a bunch of options. You will all be the first to know when I get a pair. But, get on over and check it out for yourself! And don't forget to leave us a comment, letting us know what glasses you like best! XO, E & K

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KP's Monday Mode

Hi Hi Hi!!!

Happy Monday!  What a wonderful weekend!!!  It sure was BEAUTIFUL!!

Here are some of my modes from last week :-)

#1

Outfit #1

Heels:  Target

Skirt:  CAbi

Tank:  Forever 21 (I am in LOVE with this tank...I bought it two years ago.  It is different outfits worn by women throughout the different decades and different cultures).  

Cardian:  Nordstrom

Necklace(s):  Gold/turquoise Decades Consignment

                                               "Mrs." necklace!!!!!  A wedding present from Elyse!!!!

Earrings:  Kate Spade (Nordstrom) They were a BDay present from my Sis-in-Law :-)

#2

(Looks like I was lovin' the yellow this week!)

Outfit #2

Flats:  Target

Pants:  CAbi

Tank:  Target (JUST got it last week...on sale!!!)

Cardigan:  Forever 21

Necklace:  Tiffany

#3

Outfit #3

(Casual Friday)

Flats:  Nordstrom

Jeans:  CAbi

T-Shirt:  A gift from Elyse!  We each have like 3 MSU Pom Pon T's! :-)

(We love Representing MSU Pom Pon...Go Jeanine and Audrey!!)

Necklace:  Tiffany

There ya have it!  

;-)

Xo, K

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