It’s OK to Not Be OK
I just spent the last twenty minutes literally staring at my computer screen. You know that post I recently wrote on tips for staying motivated when you lack it? Yeah, that would be me right now needing to read it. Again. In my moments of feeling down and mostly out of it because of a flu bug I caught this week, I managed to pick up my phone. You may have guessed I was browsing Instagram.…
View Post7 Tips On Staying Motivated
We’ve all been there. You have something that needs to get done and you just don’t feel motivated. You think to yourself, “It’ll come to me, right?” And then it doesn’t. Recently, I have become self-employed, and to be honest, it’s harder than I ever expected it would be. As I’ve discovered ways to daily pursue my goals and overcome the challenges of working for myself, I have had to quickly learn how to tackle…
View PostWays to Show More Gratitude and Kindness
As we approach a season of giving, I can’t help but notice the power behind this positive way of living. It provokes the question, “What if we treated each other with the same generosity and kindness all year long?” I’ll admit that many who give monetarily may not be able to afford this way of giving all the time. But consider this more of a continuous attitude and possibly a new way of living. It…
View Post5 Tips To Save You Money During Holiday Sales
It’s Cyber Monday – one of the most sought after online shopping days for deals and steals. I am a huge online shopper and generally, my Cyber Mondays are filled with browsing websites and finding the best sales. However, like any sale seeker, there is the tendency to not only get swarmed by the vast amount of deals but also forget the priorities of shopping. To ensure you get the best bang for your buck, I’m…
View Post5 Ways to Practice Gratitude All Year Long
As I reflect on this past year, my heart is overwhelmed with gratitude. To be honest, this has been the hardest year of my life with so many changes happening at once. Anxiety, depression, health issues, divorce, new job, new income, and a new housing situation have all come together in one whirlwind and brought my year with many struggles that I don’t think anyone should endure at once. That alone is overwhelming, but instead of…
View PostGiftable Beauty Options for Every Budget
With Thanksgiving this week, I can officially say I am in the holiday shopping mood! I’m gearing up towards my Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales and making that wish list that includes many of my favorite beauty picks. Whether shopping for you mom, sister, best friend, or perhaps yourself (it’s OK, I take advantage of the good deals for myself too) DermStore has incredible beauty finds for skincare, hair, and makeup. What’s more is that…
View Post7 Ways to Keep Smiling No Matter What
I say it, you read it each time, but is it really possible to “keep smiling” through all the trials that life throws at you? If you’ve been following me for a while, you know my signature phrase is “keep smiling,” but you may not know why I chose it or what it really means to me. Ever since I was five years old and in ballet class, my bubbly personality gave me the nickname…
View PostWhy Cold Shoulder Tops Are Perfect For Fall
I know what you’re thinking. Cold shoulders definitely do not sound seasonally appropriate. I used to think the same until a cool fall day came and I wore this gorgeous burgundy sweater from HER. Boutique (use code ‘missmolly20’ to get 20% off). I was pleasantly surprised with how perfect it was for the weather. We are well into embracing the essence of fall and yet, here in Seattle the weather is still completely unpredictable. One day, it’s pouring down rain; the…
View PostWalking on Clouds Despite Life’s Circumstances
The verdict is in and I plead guilty: I’m addicted to wearing heels. I know it’s not the best thing for my feet, but you can likely find me walking around in heels any day of the week. Unless I’m wearing some boots and hiking in the lush green mountains of the Pacific Northwest (more on that story later) I am a high-heels kind of girl! Although it’s true I love wearing heels, they aren’t always…
View PostWhat to Do When You Are Overwhelmed With Regret
I woke up this morning heart sick. I made a mistake and couldn’t get over how badly I regretted it. We’ve all been there. Maybe you’re there now. You go through an experience, make a mistake, and deeply regret your actions. I am a deep thinker, a self-reflector, and diehard analyzer. This means after I’ve made a mistake I analyze every single detail about what just occurred. I focus on the details, the facts, the…
View Post21 Things Fashion Bloggers Really Do
Often I get asked, “What is it you really do as a fashion blogger?” What’s more, it’s hard for many to believe it’s a full-time job. I get called a model quite often, and yes, while I am that, I am so much more. I am a photographer, stylist, personal shopper, researcher, social media manager, bookkeeper, negotiator, coordinator, “tech geek”, an artist, planner, an author, a CEO and a business-woman. An artist and a planner…
View PostHow to Keep Your Authenticity as a Blogger
It has become more prevalent than ever for bloggers to show true authenticity. Not only are bloggers working on behalf of the brands they represent, they are speaking to an audience that trusts them. As an online influencer, I am trusted to share only what I love. I am trusted to always be honest. Above all, I am trusted to be authentic in everything I do and say. Easier said than done at times, but…
View Post7 Reasons Why You Need to Check Out HER Boutique Today
You’ve seen me wear it. You’ve seen me blog about it. And for many of you, you’re probably wondering, “Who is this HER Boutique and what are they all about?!” Many of you know already that I am a brand ambassador for HER Boutique. As a blogger, I find it critical to remain authentic in my work and that includes working only with brands I love. If I wouldn’t buy it myself, I wouldn’t recommend it…
View PostHow to Network as an Introvert
Something not many people know about me — I’m an introvert. Yes, I said it! I am much more energized from spending time alone. It does not mean I’m not social, however! I love people and attending social events, but when I get home from them I am drained. Completely. At times, the anxiety I get from knowing how exhausting it’s going to be has kept me from going to events. Surprisingly, many do not…
View PostHow to Overcome Perfectionism and Accept Your Flaws
Inside of me lies this inherent desire to excel — furthermore, a desire to be perfect. From early on I found great satisfaction in my efforts to achieve perfectionism. It fueled my early achievements and future goals for myself in such a way that I took pride in my work and found fulfillment in how others perceived me. At some point along my journey, I let this unrelenting desire to be perfect begin to control my thoughts, desires,…
View Post4 Reasons You Need a White Tee + 10 Styling Tips
We all have those days when you wake up in the morning and have no idea what to wear. I know, I’ve been there more times than I’d like to admit. My secret to these days is a closet staple and lifesaver – a white tee. A white tee will always be my default on these days, because it creates a simple base for my outfit that I can easily expand on. With limitless possibilities of…
View Post6 Ways Reach Your Full Potential
Every single one of us has an innate ability to access the very depth of who we are and shine. A simple truth, but one that admittedly doesn’t come easy. Reaching your full potential takes practice. Lots. There are multiple ways to reach your full potential, and for everyone it may be different; however, these six ways that I’m sharing with you today have helped me continue to blossom and grow into the person I…
View Post3 Sweater Styles Every Woman Needs in HER Closet
As Seattle’s beautiful summer departs, I welcome autumn’s chilly embrace as the wind and rain lead me towards cozy fall fashion. When I watched the leaves swirl around last week I got so excited that I can officially say autumn is here. That means sweater weather is finally upon us! Even if fall weather hasn’t quite approached you where you are, you can still get away with wearing sweaters. By mixing sweaters with shorts or skirts…
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