5 Fab Friday

5 Things we are loving/wanting/dreaming of on this Friday

Stylish Mama: 

1.

L'Occitane Hand Cream.  I have sampled a few of their hand creams, and they are all so soft and delicate with scents.  What I like most about this line is that they are super creamy without being greasy.  The line just came out with Shea Butter as shown above.  I think I may have to go to Sephora and check it out. 

2.

If anyone knows me, they know I have a love of starfish.  So when I saw these earrings in the new Capri collection from Kate Spade I gasped and fell in love.  They are called Lemon Tart Starfish Studs. And they are pretty, pretty, pretty!

Organized Chica:

3.

Lotus Diffuser form doTERRA

I don't know about you, but I love for my house to smell good.  Candles are great but my poor mother chokes on them when I light one up.  So I'm looking for options that will help with the air we're breathing in and make my house smell good.  Here is my answer! I have read great reviews and although it has a hefty price, everyone says its worth it.  It atomizes essential oils into the air that we breathe in and doTERRA oils smells so good.  Plus, isn't this pretty cool to look at? Adding to my list.

4.

Martha Stewart Home Office Blair Chair

I've been wanting to change the bulky office chair that I currently have in my home office and I eyed this chair from the Martha Stewart collection.  Its simple but elegant. The price isn't bad, I may consider looking into it.  I first need to test it out to make sure its comfortable.

Stylish Mama meets Organized Chica: 

5.

Tortilla Flats, Providence

We both had a fun girls nite out along with some other great friends last Friday.  We have to say, we both agree on the fact that Tortilla Flats is the place to go for margs!  Their raspberry margarita is superb.  Stylish Mama ended up asking hers to be made with Milagro Tequila (top shelf!) and they obliged.  But what made our visit even better to Tortilla Flats is a really sweet lady by the name of Katie who hosted there.  She gave great recommendations on food and drinks, and she even made sure our guacamole that was taken away (when we were not done) by the wait staff was replenished free of charge!  When you go here, make sure you ask for Katie!

Side note: Wall-Sit Challenge finished!! Who did the challenge and was able to complete the 5 mins???  If you did it or even tried it, that's great!!  Next workout challenge coming next week. You with us? Just a few months left for beach season.  Let's do this!

Don't forget!!! Change your clocks this weekend!

Love, Stylish Mama meets Organized Chica, xox

eyeing swimwear

So its the dreaded time of year.  When I recently went shopping this past weekend I noticed most stores have their swimwear line out already. I am not ready to be tortured to try on swimwear...I of course would like to shed my 5 added "winter pounds"...and then some...before I actually go swimwear shopping.  But to be honest...I also hate missing out on the best swimsuits early in the spring as they do tend to sell out quickly.  Today I am sharing with you all some of the swimsuits I am loving right now.  And of course coverups that will help if we haven't had the luxury of losing those extra winter pounds.

And I will say, there are few things in life you shouldn't skimp on as far as investing in for your wardrobe.  And undergarments and bathing suits are definitely in this category...when you spend the extra to invest in a good suit, it shows.

Tory Burch Baja One Piece 

Tory Burch Reva Two Piece

Anthropologie Red Carter Posy Peplum Suit

Anthropologie Seafolly Garden Retro Suit

Juicy Couture - Beach Bow Tie Maillot

Victoria Secret Colorblock One-Piece

Victoria Secret Pineapple-Jewel Bandeau bikini

And for my favorite part of today's pics...cute cover-ups:

Victoria Secret Linen-Beaded Cover-Up

Victoria Secret Sleeveless Maxi Cover-Up

Juicy Couture Beach Bow High/Low Cover up

So I actually started this week prepping for summer.  I joined a workout boot/camp style class for this month...and I am hoping to get outdoors once the warmer weather is here to get back into my walking routine.

My best advise when shopping for swim-wear.  Don't be too hard on yourself!  And never trust a fun house mirror - you know the ones the put in the department stores that make you look a certain way and when you get home and try on your bathing suit in a REAL mirror you look totally different!

If all else fails, grab a good friend, go out for a pre-shopping cocktail and then go looking for the perfect swim suit, I guarantee you will find one and if not, well you will have had a good time trying!

Love, Stylish Mama

Kate Spade Stationary

A little fashion with practicality is always a good thing.  I have to admit that as much as I love technology and use it for almost everything, I still love the feeling of writing something down.  Whether to make a note or write a to-do list, old school paper and pen sometimes is more effective.  Here are a few of my stationary items that I loved from Kate Spade.

All images from www.katespade.com

Clockwise:
1. Sticky Note Set $16.00 | 2. Pink Lined Journal $24.00 | 3. Black Lined Journal $24.00 | 4. Bow Push Pins $24.00 | 5. The Long List $10.00

Happy Organizing!

Organized Chica, xox

Daniella's Style

I have to say I love having a girl!
For so many reasons, but the fashion lover in me really loves one part more than others...You probably guessed it by now...but yes I will now state the obvious, it's dressing her!

I often find myself checking out the children's section first in most stores seeing what's new.  So I figured I would start blogging about how I dress my four year old, and some of the items I find for her. I will try and provide links to any items that can be found on-line. Now to introduce my little mini Stylish Mama.

Here are photos of Daniella wearing items from Gap Kids and Old Navy

The jacket did not come with the belt, I added it to give it a little more style...J. Crew Girls Glitter Belt

The Jacket is from Gap Kids - Winter Collection (not in stores) 

Old Navy Heart T-Shirt (not the exact one shown here, but similar style for the spring 

the one above is long sleeves and can be found in the store

and Old Navy Joleen Skinny Jeans

I love how two braids can be crossed for a natural looking headband

And lastly, I took this photo by a big birch tree with my iphone while we were outside taking photos - I just can't get over how beautiful she looked with the added touch of snowflakes falling on her head. My little winter princess.

Well there you have it...Styling Daniella is a lot of fun and I will enjoy it as much as I can get as I know one day she may not want her mama picking out here outfit. Stay tuned as I will try and post more of Daniella's style here on the blog!

Love, Stylish Mama

Thirty-One Gifts Giveaway - EXPIRED 3/14/14

In January, when I went to NAPO's Organizing Event, I decided to check out the vendors exhibition and long and behold...what did my big eyes see? I saw pretty and colorful storage bags, totes, caddys and bins.  I was trying to keep my excitement down but really couldn't.  I had seen this brand for a while now but never in person and here I was wanting to take it all home with me.

Thirty-One Gifts was in the house!!

I met the wonderful Jean, a Thirty-One Gifts consultant, who lives right here in RI! Big Bonus! We were able to strike up a conversation about the different items she was showcasing on her table and the many uses they have.  I fell in love with their Pack N' Pull Caddy, which I ordered and can't wait to get it so I can show it to you. 

Organizational storage has come a long way from what it use to be. Style plays a big role now when designing storage items.  Just because its stored away behind close doors or drawers, doesn't mean it shouldn't look pretty.  

Thirty-one Gifts has a full line of storage items for your pantry, car, laundry room, office, you name it! They even have a picnic line that I have my eye on for the nice weather.  

Today, Jean from Thirty-One Gifts, wants to give away the Lunch Break Thermal to one of YOU! How awesome is that??!! Isn't this a pretty lunch bag in their Bold Bloom print.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Jean also opened an event for all our readers on her site, www.mythirtyone.com/327315, so you could place an order if you are interested in her products.  Once you visit her website, you can click on "Place an Order" or "My Events".  Then "Shop Now" next to "Stylish Mama meets Organized Chica".  The even will be open from today through March 14th.

Here's the special for the month of March.  

Join Jean's Facebook group to keep up with the latest specials.
Also, feel free to contact her directly at 412-977-9146 or email her at jmbambara361@gmail.com

We're really happy about this giveaway so please share with your friends, post on Facebook or Instagram it.  We would love for everyone to have a chance to win.

Happy Organizing,

Organized Chica, xox

*This giveaway is being sponsored by Jean at Thirty-One Gifts.