Mondays: No Heels Required

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Messy hair, flats, and a casual look pretty much sums up my Monday! Over the weekend I had a little getaway down by the beach in Maryland with some friends and it felt good to just relax so I'm dreading Monday. It's been a crazy couple of weeks with work and next month heading into NYFW will probably be even crazier. This relaxing weekend was exactly what I needed.

The Perfect Kimono For The Beach

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Ahhh, Miami Beach I miss you. Looking at these pictures really makes me want to be in South Beach tanning and in that warm salty water. 

Miami Beach Convention Center: Sea & Her 2018 Collection

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While I was down in Miami during swim week I was invited to the convention center in Miami Beach to view the 2018 swimsuit collection for Sea & Her. The convention center during swim week is filled with a lot of amazing brands including the industry's leading lines, showcasing their collections and latest trends. It's one of the largest swimwear exhibitions in the world and I'm glad I got to experience it with Sea & Her alongside my partner in crime for the week Marisol.

Tropical Vibes At The National Harbor

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I recently visited the National Harbor in Maryland and it was just as pretty as I always see it on Instagram. There is a very big Ferris wheel that I will probably never get on. I'm afraid of heights and those things scare me. The only one I would probably get on and regret not doing it when I visit London, is the London Eye. They feed you champagne in those things, which is pretty cool. I loved London so much I want to return and maybe then I'll have the courage and ride it. For now, I'll just take pretty pictures in front of one.

Fall Guide With Zaful

When ever I hear the words "back to school" I automatically think about fall! I can't believe that that time is here already. My favorite part about fall aside from pumpkin lattes is the fashion. Fall fashion is the best! I'm sharing some of my favorite fall pieces from one of my favorite stores Zaful! My favorites include embroidery, hats, and midi dresses. I love that a lot of the spring/summer trends are being incorporated into fall. Check out my favorite pieces and let me know what's some of your favorite fall pieces!

A Complete Skin Care

Happy Friday loves! I'm closing out the week with a new beauty post. I wanted to share with you guys a new skin care line I recently tried and I'm loving it. I'm always up for trying out new skin care products because taking care of my skin has always been a priority for me. I can't believe at the end of this year I'll be turning 32, (yikes) so you better believe I'm constantly taking care of my skin. I have good genes and I hope to age gracefully like my mom and she has always been a skin care junkie, even to this day she still is. I'll be following your footsteps mom! 

Pink Ruffle Top Look + How To Relax After A Long Week

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While walking the streets of Miami two weeks ago I stumbled upon a pink house. I mean... can I move in? I love the color pink and I was wearing a pink top so of course, I had to take pictures. I thought I was going to blend in too much but I actually loved the pictures. They came out super fun! 

Relaxation Mode At The Residence Inn By Marriott Miami Beach

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If you have caught up with all my SWIMMIAMI posts then you know I had about five or six shows per day. If you read day three, you know I managed through that day with a migraine and I think that was my body telling me I was going into overdrive. Back to back shows, after parties to attend, outfit shootings and late night editing will do it to you. Don't get me wrong: I love what I do, and I love interacting with all of you every day, but it is important for everyone to make sure they practice self-care and find some much-needed rest and relaxation. 

SWIMMIAMI: Day 3

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Thanks a lot for visiting my Kloset today my loves!

The last day of SWIMMIAMI did not start off well for me. I had a ridiculous migraine and honestly did not know how I was going to make it through the day. Somehow, I managed to get ready and make it to the shows. I'm glad I did because I got to snap a pic with one of my favorite celebrities that day! Hope you make it to the end of the post so you can see who it was. 

SWIMMIAMI: Day 2

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Love Life In Color

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If you guys know me, then you know I love to shop sales, thrift, and second-hand stuff. There's something about getting a good deal on amazing pieces that make me feel good. For today's post, I collaborated with thredUP, the largest online consignment and thrift store! Keep on reading because I'm super excited to share this look!

SWIMMIAMI: Day 1

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Day one of SWIMMIAMI was, say it with me now, bananas! I was fortunate enough to be invited to six shows and I did not know what to expect since this was my first time. I've attended NYFW before but I felt Swim Miami was still a different experience all within itself. 

Feeling More Confident With Dove Invisible Dry Spray

Thank you Dove for sponsoring this post. Dove Invisible Dry Spray Antiperspirant goes on invisible, leaving no white marks on 100 colors of clothing.

Photos by: Armandhugon

As a fashion and lifestyle blogger, it is so important for me to feel confident. I am consistently taking pictures of both my looks and everyday life.  I meet up with my photographer weekly and we knock down 3-4 looks at a time! You guys might think that is an easy task but trust me it is not. 

Reusing Pieces From Your Wardrobe Is Not A Bad Thing

This top has been on repeat this summer (on and off the blog) more times than I can count. I'm huge on reusing pieces from my wardrobe! I definitely don't think there's anything wrong with that. In fact, I think it challenges my creativity on how many times can I style something while making it look different. Are you all about reusing pieces from your wardrobe?

Summer Date Night Look

Hey, babe, I'm ready for date night! This is my last collaboration with Sara Boo and this super cute black floral top is perfect for a summer date night look!

SWIMMIAMI 2017: Opening Night With Sports Illustrated

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Beach Days Are The Best Days

The fact that there are only 5 months left to the year is a little scary to me. Where did the year go? I definitely want to soak up the sun and the beach as much as I can for the remaining of this summer!

White Lace Shorts

The hottest summer month is coming up and for me, that means more short shorts! It's always hard for me to find the perfect shorts because of my body style. I have a small waist with a bigger bottom so finding shorts and pants are always a struggle for me. I recently received the perfect lace shorts that fit me perfect with gorgeous details!

Every Woman's Dream: Custom Shoes

My ultimate dream is to design my own shoe line. Anyone who knows me knows that I'm a huge shoe lover. My bridal shower's theme was shoes (of course) and one of the best questions from the bridal shower game was "how many shoes does Patty own?". Nobody got it right and I would love to hear your guesses down below in the comment section. 😉

Staycation At The Kimpton Carlyle Hotel DC

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Raise your hand if you like staycations! A few weeks ago I was invited by Kimpton Carlye Hotel DC to experience a mini staycation with my gals. They are a boutique hotel located in Dupont Circle. It has the perfect location as it's a 10-minute walk from some of D.C.'s shopping and food area. They also have a restaurant in the hotel, The Riggsby, if you wanted to just dine in. Other amenities included free wifi, spa service, 24-hr fitness center, a daily evening wine hour and best of all its pet- friendly. 

Birthday Celebrations With Paperless Post

Paperless cards for occasions have become more and more popular over the years. I recently got invited to try Paperless Post to check out their selection of cards for so many occasions. They design custom online paper stationary so that it can reflect your style. They've collaborated with a few brands on some of their designs including one of my favorite, Kate Spade. 

About That #Girlboss Life | Meet Cara Alwill

This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on Behalf of Macy's; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

Where are all my girl bosses at?! To me, a girl boss is one that inspires others and never quits on the path to getting what she wants to make her dreams come true. 

My New Favorite Summer Romper

Photos by: ArmandHugon

Rompers are one of my favorite pieces to wear during the summer because there's not much outfit planning required. One piece and go!

Lets Hit The Road! Essentials For Your Next Girls Road Trip

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There is nothing more fun and exciting than getting in the car and taking a road trip with your girlfriends. Summer is all about fun and adventures and I don't like to pass any travel opportunity big or small especially when in good company. A few weeks ago that's exactly what I did with my travel blogger buddies Marisol and Sam. We headed to Atlantic City for one full day and did a lot of exploring. It was about a 4-hour drive but honestly didn't feel as long as I thought it would. 

The Versatile Dress You Can Wear All Summer Long

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You guys already know how I feel about versatile pieces. I'm all about getting multiple uses with items in my wardrobe. For my last three-part collaboration with Old Navy, it was all about a versatile piece you can wear for the summer. I'm talking beaches, pools and BBQ's. All of my favorite summer activities!

5 Ways To Make The Most Out Of Summer

Summers are the best and as a kid, they just seemed so long to me. As an adult summer goes by in the blink of an eye. If you ask me I would make summer 7 months long out of the year. It's the best time to make memories so make sure you are getting the most out of your summer days.

Red, White, & Blue | Happy 4th Of July

Happy 4th of July! I recently went on a mini road trip to Atlantic City with some gal pals, which I will be recapping in a couple of travel post on here. 

Who Doesn't Look Good in Black And White?

You can never go wrong with a classic like a black and white look. To me, there is something fresh and minimalistic about the combo. For some black and white can be a snooze fest but I think there are so many ways to give the classic colors a nice spin even for the summer. Today's style post is one of my favorite black and white looks. I'm so obsessed with this faux suede laser-cut top!

An Oh-So-Chic Backpack

Happy Friday! I'm so excited for the long weekend. If anyone needs me I will be poolside all weekend long! Today's look is one of my favorites. This backpack makes me feel like a modern day Dora the Explorer! I am so in love with it because it can be worn as a handbag and a backpack. I will definitely be using it for all my travels.   

An Easy Peasy Summer Dress

Getting dressed in the summer should be easy peasy! The humidity down here in D.C. can be unbearable sometimes so the last thing I need is to fuss with my outfits in the summer. I always opt for something flowy, a one piece, or something I just can slip right into. Do you feel the same when getting dressed in the summer?

Lace Bralette Over White T-Shirt

My mom said never to show your undergarments in public but the bralette over a shirt trend is so fun! I posted this look on Instagram and someone said I reminded them of Cher from Clueless. I didn't see it until now! I loved that show and all of the fun looks Cher and her best friend Dionne wore. AS IF!

Cute Workout Clothes That Will Motivate You To Workout + My Favorite Fitness Apps

Did you get your workout in today? I'm not going to lie, I feel like I've fallen off the workout wagon until very recently. I use to have my workouts three times a week religiously (four on a good week) and now maybe three times a month. I know that life gets busy but my husband and I have promised to motivate each other and start to be active again. 

What To Wear To A Summer Wedding

It's wedding season! The start of spring all the way until the end of summer is the peak of wedding celebrations. The year after my wedding I was invited to 3 weddings and they were all back to back. One was a destination wedding in Mexico and the other two were on the same weekend and about a 3-hour drive apart. It was crazy, but we love all our friends and made it to all of them. This year my husband and I don't have any weddings to attend but I'm sure that will change for next year because a lot of our friends are engaged so the weddings will soon come. 

Queenpin Cocktails With Queen of the South + How To #Slay Your Dreams

If you have not heard of the show Queen of the South on USA Network then you must be living under a rock! This show is amazing; just watch the first 10 minutes of season one and you'll thank me later! My husband and I just finished binge-watching season one. We love to binge watch shows. That is just our thing. We are all caught up and the start of season two, which premiered June 8th, is so bananas. I definitely don't want to ruin it for you guys so I'll just tell you that season two looks like it's going to be a goodie. 

Sips, Sweets, And Shopping With Henri Bendel

Sips, sweets, and shopping, what more can a girl ask for? That's a great trio if you ask me. Last month, on Mother's Day weekend, I attended a Henri Bendel event in Tysons Galleria mall in Virginia with one of my blogger besties. The host of the event was Naowshaba Ferdous, the editor-in-chief of A Luxe Life, an online women's beauty and lifestyle publication. She's super sweet and ambitious! I love meeting new ambitious people, I feel like those good vibes and great energy is always contagious. 

Better in Pairs | Healthy Marriage Tips From A His & Her Perspective

Pictures by: ArmandHugon

Three years ago today I said I DO! I will never forget that sunny June 14th when I married my best friend. It was a year and a half of planning and we poured our heart, sweat, and tears into having the wedding that we wanted. After the big party and the honeymoon is over that's when real life begins. For married couples, falling in love and the "I do" part is the easy part. The part where people like to call "happily ever after" is the hard part. Marriage takes a lot of work, effort, and sacrifice to maintain a healthy one. 

Summer Vibes: Black Floral Jumpsuit

Photos by: ArmandHugon

The temperatures are starting to go up in the District and my summer pieces are now coming out to play. I'm super excited to have partnered up with Old Navy to share some summer looks for you guys. Old Navy is one of my go-to places to shop for summer clothes because they are very affordable and have numerous trendy pieces for every occasion. If you are looking to revamp your wardrobe with some affordable stylish pieces for summer then Old Navy is a must! 

Always Creating Brunch At Burtons Grill & Bar Sterling

Warning, today's post will make you hungry! A few weekends ago I attended a blogger brunch + networking event in Sterling Virginia. If you followed my Insta-story videos that day then you saw all the delicious food and fun I had. The event was hosted by a Northern Virginia lifestyle blogger, Glor, from Always Creating Studio. The event was held at Burtons Grill & Bar and man was their food so good. I'm still thinking about it! The tablescape was to die for with the pretty flowers and set up. The flowers were provided by JR Flowers and we all got to take some home with us. Brooke from Calm, Pretty, Insightful Images provided us with some OOTD photos as well as some of the ones I'm using in this post. Thanks, Brooke!

Chiffon Wrap Palazzo Pants

I finally got my hands on a pair of palazzo pants that don't drown my 5'1 body. I'm actually very proud of myself because I didn't need to get them hemmed. These chiffon wrap ones were just waiting for me!

My Dry Skin Story | The Importance of Skin Hydration

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Happy Monday loves! For many of us, moisturizing is an important step in our everyday routine but do you ever think about why it's so important to give your skin the hydration it needs? 

My Summer Skincare Regimen With Neutrogena

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My favorite season, summer, has unofficially arrived in DC! There are so many outdoor activities I love to do once the temperatures start to go up. I love to go to the park, pool, beach, barbecues (who doesn't love barbecue food!?), festivals, and bike riding. Pretty much I spend 80% of my time outside when the summer time rolls around.

National Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month

May is National Teen Pregnancy Month and I partnered up with The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy to help spread some very important resources with people that do not have access to them. I really love working campaigns that hit a personal spot and that I can find ways to relate to. 

The Pair of Shoes Your Summer Wardrobe Needs

I hope you all had a lovely long Memorial weekend. It feels great to get back into the swing of things. I took Monday completely off from work to give myself a break to re-charge. I have a lot of fun content coming up and can't wait to share. I'm kicking off the week with a style post and one of my favorite style of shoes your wardrobe will need this summer.

Whitening My Teeth At Home With Smile Brilliant + Giveaway

I have been whitening my teeth for almost a full month now with Smile Brilliant and I am super excited to share my results with you guys today. I've always struggled with finding a whitening system that would fit my sensitive teeth, so I was very excited to see if this time was the magic time. 

10 Cute Spring Jumpsuits Under $40

How To Find Your Personal Style (Even On A Budget)

Are you stuck in a personal style rut? I honestly think we've all been there. Today I'm chit chatting with you guys about personal style. Finding it can be a struggle for some people.  It inspired me to create this post and share some tips with you guys because it doesn't have to be a scary thing. Even if you're on a budget, there's many ways to make it work. 

A Bow Crop Top | Summer Outfit Idea

Happy Friday! Before I get into today's style post I just wanted to let you guys know I did a little update on the site. If you browse through the categories on the navigation bar you will see the categories more in order, divided into sub-categories. I wanted to make it easier for content to be found here. There's also a search bar on the top of the page making it easier to search for anything on this site. I'm a perfectionist at heart so I will always be trying to find new ways to make the site fresh and easy to navigate. Hope you guys like it!

Fun Things To Do & See In Georgetown

One of my favorite things to do in Georgetown is sit on stoops of homes and take pictures. Just kidding (maybe not). I love shooting in Georgetown because there are so many pretty houses to look at and so many amazing places to take pictures. If you read this post from last week then you may recognize the house in my background. This black and white house is so cute I had to come back and take more pictures. 

An Easy Updo Hairband Hairstyle

Happy Monday lovelies! Today I'm sharing a hair post with some chic hair accessories. I recently received the cutest package from Fromm Beauty. They recently launched a line of hair accessories which is exclusively available at Ulta Beauty. The accessories are very fashionable and they include genuine leather headbands, bow hair-ties and cute bobby pins. 

A Mother's Day Gift Guide With Cappelli Straworld

With Mother's Day weekend upon us, I wanted to share a gift guide featuring Cappelli Straworld bags. I recently received one and I must say it will make the best Mother's Day gift. So mom if you are reading today's post I got you flowers and a Cappelli bag! I got my fashion sense from my mom so she will love this bag just as much as I do. My shoe obsession though, I got from my dad. LOL!

My Favorite Thrift Find To Date!

"I'm gonna pop some tags. Only got twenty dollars in my pocket..." I have this Macklemore song stuck in my head as I write today's post because I went thrift shopping and found my favorite thrift find to date! It's no surprise I'm a bargainista and I'm definitely, not shy to hit up a thrift store.

I've Got Monday Blues (The Good Kind)

Happy Monday! This morning I put the cereal box in my fridge thinking I was putting away the milk. I think that was definitely a sign of Monday blues. LOL. Don't you? Today's blog post is all about the blues, the good kind though. I posted this look on my Instagram and got a lot of questions and comments on the whole look. It's one of my favorite looks to date and I'm happy to share it with you guys.

Better In Pairs Event With Hush Puppies | S/S 2017 Collection

One of my favorite things about being a blogger is attending events because I get to meet new people and network. One of my first events in D.C. after moving down here, I met a lot of amazing gals and two of them have become long time friends. You just never know where you meet amazing people that are meant to fit into your life.

A Striped Dress + My 2017 Summer Bucket List

Summer is right around the corner and that means less layers and flowy dresses for me. Although it's technically still spring, we have been getting some nice 80+ weather days here in D.C. During the summer I always gravitate towards easy-peasy pieces because it's too hot and "ain't nobody got time for that."

3 Products For Shiny & Voluminous Hair

Happy May! I asked you guys what kind of content you wanted to see more of on here and I had a lot of request for hair posts. So, I'm kicking off the new month with these amazing hair products from RG Cosmetics I recently tried.