MY TOP 6 | MAMA MUST - HAVES

CHAI LATTE | MAYBELLINE PUMPED UP MASCARA | HONEST CO. WIPES 

 PETER RABBIT ORGANICS APPLE AND GRAPE | RADIO FLYER TWO SEATER WAGON FILSON TOTE

Joining in on the fun with the folks over at 4moms who are asking: WHAT ARE YOUR MAMA/PARENT MUST- HAVES?

A {chai} latte is a must for my second wind of the day, and I don't leave home with out wipes. Most of these are in my car, my bag or in my trunk at ALL TIMES even that wagon which makes its fair share of runs from the coffee shop to the playground. What things are your list?!

xxB

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P.S. MAC concealer should really be number 1 on this list.

THE {MINT JULEP} CARDIGAN YOU'LL WANT TO WEAR ALL FALL, A HOT LUNCH DATE + A COUPLE OF LINKS

I'm not certain why I'm not looking at the camera in any of these pics, but I am certain that I am IN LOVE with this cardigan and will probably wear it every day this fall. I was so excited when the ladies at MINT JULEP sent me a lovely note and this amazing sweater (perfect for an impromptu rainy day lunch date with h), and a gift card to share with you guys!

We met at our fave little cuban restaurant for some amazing cuban sandwiches, some quick (kiddo free) time and great conversation.

I felt relaxed and super cute in the See The Light Cardigan, my favorite chambray button up and navy patent leather ballet flats. H had a pretty big smile on his face when he saw me, so I think it worked out well:-)

I've actually tried the sweater on with a black shift dress (for church), and a white button up with khaki shorts (for Notre Dame/FSU Game Day) for some different looks. Its quite versatile, so I know it will be getting much play in the upcoming chilly months.

Thats my bae. haaa! I think that word is so funny. I almost spit my coffee out when I saw this Instagram post of (captioned) Oprah and her Bae.

                                     

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I'm looking forward to the weekend. The usual suspects - ballet, church, oh and Girls Scout Day at the Georgia Aquarium with the munchkin  and I'm hoping to meet up with one of my favorite mamas and her two girls for some fun...

In the in between time I'll be doing:

Some Decorating: Sprucing up the place a bit for fall guests - Perusing the chic and easy prints over at Lindsay Letters.

Menu Planning: Drooling over this instagram feed full of savory flavorful family dinner ideas - and jotting down a few for future reference.

Binge Watching: This show has been nominated for lots if awards over the last few years. I think it's time see what all the hullabaloo is about now that Taye Diggs recently joined the cast. Do you watch The Good Wife?

What are you up to this weekend?

-xxB

SIX FALL SHOES YOU'LL WEAR FOREVER

hunter original short wellies | kilty moccs | tieks ballet flats

I have plans for a bit of fall cleaning and a purge for the closet.  I don't do a lot of shopping for  clothes/shoes (for myself) but a couple times a year, I pick up or replace a few things to get me through the season.. And in between I drop mad hints (for hubby) on the blog for gift ideas and such. As I get older, I'm spending less on trendy items and leaning in the direction of classic, quality items I can keep and wear for a long time…

I picked up a few items on sale over the Labor Day weekend which had me thinking of these shoes, I'd love to add to my wardrobe. A "shoe bucket list" if you will..

I have a few of these already and some I'm still stalking *shakes piggy bank*… 

1. Short Wellies

I have tall ones, but would really like the shorter version in black. I think you'd get a lot more wear out of them.. Its a rainy night and my legs are currently sweating in these tall rain boots:-/ The Hunter Original Short Wellies are well made and will be in your closet for ever (and hopefully mine).

2. Moccasins 

I saw a chic on the playground pushing her little one on the swing in some super cute mocs. I've been stalking them ever since. I was able to score munchkin some (sale) Minnetonka fringe boots last year (which she has already outgrown). These Kilty flats would be just right for mama. 

3. Ballet Flats

There's a theme here: stylish AND comfortable. Which you think is inherent in all ballet flats - NOT SO. I can attest to the fact that all are not made equal. I have some super cute flats that kill my toes. You can't go wrong with a comfy ballet flat in any color. And these snake print ballet flats are stylish and a classic print/texture, and as I understand it - feel like heaven on your feet. I want to go to heaven.  

animal print loafers | frye black leather booties | all black or all white converse all stars

4. Loafers/Drivers
Every shoe closet needs a splash of  animal print. Apparently wildly popular - I'm actually having trouble tracking down a pair in stock..

5. Leather Booties
A bit on the pricey side (for my piggy bank anyway) these comfortable, attractive, and sturdy  Frye Leather Boots would be a staple in any closet. Kinda biker chic in my opinion, but I'm envisioning a button down, some skinny pants and an oversized cardigan (to start)… Saving up for these babies..

6. Converse All Stars
Self Explanatory.

Now these are just the cute and comfy.. I'd actually probably add a cute stiletto bootie for date night?

Did I leave anything out? What are your fave Fall shoes? Can you tell I'm already obsessed with Fall?

I think this list is good enough to save and SHARE:-)

xxB

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