January

January can sometimes be depressing since it means the holidays are over, but I try to make up for it by wearing lots of fun, bright colors and florals, and focusing on starting fresh with lots of "spring cleaning", rearranging/redecorating, and cooking/date nights at home. I have had my eye on that calendar for a while and think I might need to order it now that January is almost halfway through; I am loving the floral scarf and necklace right now, and that paella pan is seriously a work of art - and makes me want to try a new paella recipe real soon! 

Banana Republic floral scarf {here}
J.Crew Mardi Gras necklace {here}
Sertodo Copper paella pan via Food52 {here}
Rifle Paper Co. Georgia peach art print {here}
Kate Spade flats {here}
Bite Beauty amuse bouche lipstick in "Kimchi" via Sephora {here}
Sonia Cavallini 2017 calendar via Etsy {here}
Hortense kitty ring dish {here}
Clare V clutch via The Outnet {here}

Home in 2017

I mentioned in my first post of 2017 {here} that I plan on spending more time here at home - and I am excited about it! Part of that includes decorating/redecorating our place. We received so many wonderful decorative items and art prints as gifts for our wedding, and it's been fun to begin to place them on shelves and hang them on walls. We've already made some changes since I took these photos, and I can't wait to see how our place turns out once we're all done decorating - if there is such a thing! {prints by Rifle Paper Co., buy here and here}

2017

Happy 2017! I have taken quite the break from posting with the holidays and a few changes around here {a new job!}, but now that we are in the swing of 2017 I am back and will try to post here at least 3 times per week {New Year's Resolution?}. I know a typical New Year's Resolution is to try to travel more or take some sort of a big trip, but my hope is to try to stay home more; less time spent driving to/at the airport, and more time at home trying new activities and just being newlyweds :) But maybe a few quick weekend getaways or road trips mixed in there, too! Happy 2017 :) 

Eggnog

I feel like I am one of the rare people that actually like eggnog, and I grabbed it immediately at this grocery store once it officially became Christmas season {aka, the day after Thanksgiving}. I like it even without alcohol, and a little bit of cinnamon sprinkled on top. Homestead Creamery's eggnog is so delicious, and tastes homemade. I poured myself a glass after getting our tree this year, and I sense a new tradition in the works :)

Holiday Hydration

As much as I love the holidays and this time of year, it can be tough on my skin; all of that sugar, alcohol {oops}, and colder weather usually leaves my skin in need of hydration. I recently tried a new product, and am officially in love with it - Herbivore's rose hibiscus face mist {buy here}. It keeps my skin feeling fresh and hydrated, and it smells amazing. This is my new lifesaver for the holidays and winter months :)

Holiday Glam

I love getting dressed up for the holidays! Although I normally wear a dress or skirt, this year for Christmas I decided to go for a fun top and slim-fitting black pants. I also love the idea of wearing non-traditional colors/accessories for the holidays, and some fun jewelry in pastel/blush shades is the perfect way to do it in my opinion {those earrings are amazing!}. Here is my take on holiday glam this year:

Smashbox eye shadow trio in "Screen Shot" via Sephora {here}

Johanna Ortiz one-shoulder ruffle shirt via Net-A-Porter {here}

Lulu Frost x Brides bracelet {here}

BaubleBar earrings {here}

Formula X nail polish in "Revved Up" via Sephora {here}

MSGM slim fit crepe trousers via Matchesfashion.com {here}

Christian Louboutin heels via Nordstrom {here}

Lipstick Queen's "Jean Queen" via Net-A-Porter {here}

Gifts that Give

I love shopping for Christmas gifts for friends and family, and I love it even more when I find gifts that give back in some way. Below are some items that give back in some way, and would make such sweet holiday gifts -especially have my eye on the earrings, leather clutch, and of course, the candle! 

Mali Mudcloth Makers pillow via The Little Market {here}

Prosperity Candle in "Holiday Spice" via The Little Market {here}

TOMS leather ankle booties {here}

FEED Projects leather clutch {here}

Wood Carvers of Kenya olive wood measuring spoons via The Little Market {here}

Manuela Ramos knit mittens via The Little Market {here}

Purpose Jewelry earrings {here}

Matr Boomie scallop frame via The Little Market {here}

FEED Projects + West Elm pot holder {here}

FEED Projects wine tote bag {here}

Manuela Ramos handmade Peruvian alpaca penguin via The Little Market {here}