Next up: Refresh the dining chairs, window treatments and edit the built-in. So far we are at ~$1,800 total including the remaining projects (+$169 for the original rug 3.5 years ago, it’s on sale right now for $100!) so max $2,000 for the dining room + decor for built-in that was partially thrifte

Working with @parkerpalomaevents has been a dream, and I wanted to be a good client and hand off an organized plan. Hopefully this helps fellow brides who are also planning their own wedding. I’ve loved the planning process and this was a great starting point to really dig into the details with Nat

Caesar salad dressing: GOOD QUALITY OLIVE OIL Balsamic Vinegar Mustard Anchovies chopped until mushy Mayonaise Parmesan grated fresh (optional) Shake vigorously or blend Equal parts olive oil and vinegar. If you mess that up, it won’t taste right. Everything else can be preference. The amou

Did you have a signature wedding scent? And if so, what did you choose? As I craft my guest experience I am thinking about their full body experience and how to plan for all of the senses - smell, taste, sight and feel. We will have an indoor outdoor flow, and for the indoor dinner and reception I

If you have recommendations for bridal brands that work for curves, please comment them ✨ The search continues! Most of the dresses and pieces I was hoping to try weren’t available in store. I’m back to ordering online, but shopping for my body type online has been a struggle because everything loo

When he skipped the dog park and took us on a strange route we genuinely had no idea where he was leading us until it became obvious 😂 He’s so smart and stubborn! Also I LOVE this taco stand! If you’re in the east bay I highly recommend and it’s Ollie approved! #berkeley #eastbay #taco #t

Two months until our wedding and we just did a full walkthrough at the Berkeley City Club with our vendor team 🤍 The vision is materializing & it’s going fo be even more beautiful than I imagined….and it would be possible without an incredible team! Seeing everyone together in the space and

What not to do 2.5 months before your wedding 😭 #weddingprep #beauty

Travel looks a little different for me these days. I have travel anxiety because I’ve had one too many health issues during travel that it more unpredictable…but I still love it! I’m excited to be in DC next week where I lived for four years in my 20s when I worked for The Washington Post, met Nick

I am on a journey to find a sustainable way to wear my hair down instead of a slick back bun every day. The problem is that I have to wash my hair every day because otherwise my scalp gets gross and I have very thick hair, so it takes a long time to dry and style. Which isn’t sustainable for every

I could really go for a dirty gin martini 🍸, but alas! I feel so much better when eating anti-inflammatory foods and cutting out triggers. Once I’m back to baseline I can fold in some treats like a drink here or there. I’m probably going to stick to this for awhile since I just had a flare. I have

Mostly clips of my dog Ollie being adorable. He is so babyish 🥹☀️ #berkeley #oakland #eastbay #dayinmylife #estateplanning