Birthday Month Goodies

I have no problem declaring the month of August "Birthday Month". Not only is it my favorite time of year - oh summer do I heart you, but my inbox is flooded with amazing discounts and freebies to celebrate my birthday. I wanted to list out some of my birthday month freebies in case they weren't all on your radar to take advantage of when your big day comes around each year.
Birthday Month Goodies
Tory Burch: If you didn't already know, when you sign up on ToryBurch.com at least 30 days out from your birthday they'll send you a $50 gift card to use on their site or in stores every year during your birthday month. Two years ago, I picked up this cuff with my gift card, last year year I picked up these flip flops which have been perfect for the pool and the beach, and this year I ordered these sunnies in milky chestnut. You used to be able to just cash in the $50 (like I did last year on the flippies and paid $0), but this year they're requiring you to make at least a $100 purchase to cash in the $50 gift.

Smashbox: If you're signed up for their emails, they'll send you a code during your birthday month for a free gift. They want you to spend $35 or more before you're eligible for your gift. This year you'll receive a free full size Full Exposure Mascara.

Sephora: My love for Sephora runs deep - aside from their endless amazing products and rewards program I just love walking into their beautiful stores. There's just something more crisp, clean, and elegant about walking into a Sephora than into an Ulta.. am I wrong?

If you're a Beauty Insider, VIB, or VIB Rouge member you'll receive a free gift during your birthday month with no purchase necessary. This year, you can pick between a mini set from Fresh or Marc Jacobs.



Victoria's Secret: VS sends out a $10 gift card to use towards your next purchase online or in stores. Great to pair up with those rewards cards that stack up!

Kobe Steakhouse: Free hibachi on your birthday - enough said. If you sign up for their rewards program at least 30 days before your birthday you'll receive a free meal at anytime during your birthday month. You can sign up for their rewards program here.

Starbucks: During your birthday month, Starbucks treats it's rewards members with a free drink (of any size), and discounts off of food and merchandise. You can sign up for Starbucks' rewards program here and start earning those coveted gold stars!

Ulta: This year you will receive a free UD eyeshadow in Midnight Cowboy with a purchase during your birthday month.


Firehouse Subs: Free sub on your birthday, all you have to do is show them your drivers license.


Also don't forget to check out local spas for free upgrades to facials or massages. Last year, I received a discount on my massage plus a free hot towel wrap and aromatherapy just for going on my birthday.


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Linking up today with Rebecca for That Friday Blog Hop, April for 5 on Friday, Tif for High Five for Friday, Lauren for Fab Favorites, and Amanda for Friday Favorites. Hop on over and join us! Happy Friday!
 

Pink Lemonade

I can't get enough of all the lemon inspired pieces this summer, and this Suncoo dress is no exception! The twinkling crystals adorning the neckline in the front and the back are my favorite part. And I love that it's light and airy enough for the summer heat, yet still effortlessly pretty for an evening celebration paired with a clutch.

Dress - Suncoo *currently 70% off + free shipping* | Jelly Sandals - Michael Kors | Leo Clutch - Rebecca Minkoff | Watch - Kate Spade | Necklace - Kendra Scott | Ring {similar} - Gorjana 









The only drawback, was even after ironing this dress it wrinkled easily when sitting in the car. I plan on giving it another good steam before wearing again and hopefully that'll do the trick.



Beautiful Summer Weekending

Another beautiful summer weekend has come and gone, and I need all the coffee this morning as I enter into what will be a super busy week.


Friday was all about the Olympics Opening Ceremony, so I fixed up a spread of tomato and mozz salad, some dips, and baked some cream cheese chocolate chip cookies for the next day. Because who doesn't like to mow down on cookies while watching the best athletes in the world celebrate their accomplishments?


I mean how picture perfect is the city of Rio? You can't beat the gorgeous beaches, the beautiful mountains, and the amazing culture. Rio has been high up on my list of international cities to travel to next, but unfortunately it had to take a backseat this year to Bermuda. Because pregnant and Zika...


Saturday was my last boat day before baby girl arrives with Pamela, Kerri, and the boys. Beautiful day out on the river and the lake, just what summer days are made of.



On Sunday, I tried out a new (to me) coffee shop. I love checking out locally owned shops, and this one was super cute inside with eclectic seating and had a great outdoor patio as well to sip on your drink. I went with an iced Americano with skim milk and a shot of caramel flavor - YUM!


The rest of the day was about online shopping and catching up on the Olympics on the DVR. I cashed in my Nordstrom Note to finally pick up a S'well Bottle. Look how pretty!

S'well Bottle in Turquoise or how I like to say "Tiffany Blue"


Threshold Mercury Ball Curtain Rod from Target for the nursery

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Joining Biana and Meghan for Weekending
and
Erin for Weekend Snapshots
*Cheers to a fabulous week*

Happy Olympics Day

Happy Friday and Olympics Day!


1. The #NSale is almost over (last day to save is August 8th), and I wanted to share the goodies I picked up during my favorite sale of the year.


Kendra Scott Elisa Necklace *On sale for $39.90 down from $60*


Leith Dolman Dress *On sale for $38.90 down from $58*

Kate Spade Mini Small Square Stud Earrings *Only $20.90 down from $32* - I picked up a couple pairs of these beauties as gifts for shower thank you's and a friend's birthday. KS is always a good idea!

Zella Hatha High Waist Cropped Legging *Only $33.90 down from $52* - perfect for my ever growing bump during workouts and of course post-pregnancy workouts.


2. I could not be more excited for the Olympics starting tonight, bring on Bob Costas, swimming, diving, track and field, beach volleyball, and of course all the gymnastics! 
3. I've decided to cash in my $50 birthday reward with Tory Burch on these sunnies in milky chestnut. They're just too pretty, and will be a nice change up from my typical black or brown sunnies. 

4. Scenes from this week:



5. I'm still excited about The Hills "That was then this is now" special from the other night. I loved the behind the scenes look with Lauren, and love love love where she's at in her life now romantically and professionally. She is a true class act, and deserves all the success. Team LC forever!

*Most infamous quote ever*


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Linking up today with Rebecca for That Friday Blog Hop, April for 5 on Friday, Tif for High Five for Friday, Lauren for Fab Favorites, and Amanda for Friday Favorites. Hop on over and join us! Happy Friday!
 

White Out

While up in CT for my baby shower last weekend, I donned this comfy May Dress by BB Dakota for a day of touring my old college campus and visiting my favorite places to eat. This dress will also look great in the fall after baby girl has arrived, I plan on belting it, and adding a jacket and peep toe booties to transition the look for cooler weather.

Dress *currently on sale for 70% off + free shipping* - BB Dakota | Jelly Sandals - Michael Kors | SunniesWatch, and Bag {similar} - Kate Spade | Necklace *part of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale* - Kendra Scott






*The crocheted detailing is my favorite part of this airy dress*







Hello August

Well hello August, how'd you get here so fast? As sad as I am that there's only a month and a half left of summer, I'm happily ringing in my birthday month!


After a long weekend up in CT last week for baby shower #1, it was nice to relax this weekend by the pool and celebrate a friend's birthday with a yummy dinner. But, first let's recap my weekend in CT:

Dress - Asos | Wedges *on sale* - Tommy Hilfiger | Watch - Kate Spade | Hair - Irresistible Me


We flew in Thursday night, and were up early on Friday to head down with my brother to our alma mater to pick up some alumni gear at the campus bookstore. It was surreal to walk around, and see how much it's changed since we graduated. So many beautiful new buildings, and I love the new quad area. 


Then it was time for some lunch, we ventured downtown hoping to have some CT-famous pizza but there was an event going on and a lot of the roads were blocked off and it was $12+ to park so we moved to the next town over for their amazing wings before making our way over to our favorite ice cream shop tucked away on a farm.


The next day was my shower, which my mom, friends, sister and mother in-law all did an amazing job on. They went with a beach baby theme, and all the little details were beautiful. My brother's girlfriend came over to do my hair, and she incorporated my hair extensions from Irresistible Me to give me some extra oomph since I recently got a haircut. She did a fabulous job!


Believe it or not, they had to move the shower indoors because it was hotter in CT than in FL that weekend since they were experiencing a heat wave. 




*My bestie from high school (who's also pregnant!) and my bestie from college*


*H and my brother showed up at the end to help clean up*


The next morning there was time for a quick visit to my cousin's to meet his adorable new little boy, and get some baby snuggles in before heading back to the airport. 

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This weekend it was time to celebrate a friend's b-day at a new tapas restaurant down by the Orlando Eye. It's always fun to play tourist for the evening, and we even checked out Sugar Factory before heading over to Tapa Toro for dinner. It was a hot summer evening, so I wore my new Suncoo lemon mini dress (currently on sale for 70% off + free shipping!) which was the perfect stylish piece to stay comfortable in the heat.





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Joining Biana and Meghan for Weekending
and
Erin for Weekend Snapshots
*Cheers to a fabulous week*