This hat with sequined ‘Do not disturb’ script across the wide brim is perfect for a quiet day at the beach!
FASHION + STYLE
AFFORDABLE SUMMER PIECES FROM MADEWELL
Madewell has a beautiful new spring/summer collection. Here are some of my favorite pieces, which are all quite affordable. Above you see the embroidered mercado dress. Open back dress in black and tulip red folktale off-the-shoulder top & denim button front skirt
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THE FASHION FILES: BOHO CHIC GLADIATOR SANDALS
I have a thing for leathers sandals (I have quite a collection) and I am loving these colorful handmade gladiator sandals with pompoms, beads, semi-precious stones etc. Here an overview of some of my favorites. All are handmade! Above: Penny Lane sandals (handmade in Greece). Handmade Greek leather sandals decorated with turquoise stones,corals, colorful glass beads, yellow pom poms, blue
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SHOP WITH A 25% DISCOUNT AT SHOPBOP (UNTIL 7TH APRIL)
Today is a great day to stock up on some summer essentials as Shopbop is now offering a 25% discount (valid until 7th April). Use discount code INTHEFAM at checkout to get the 25% off. I got my eye on this gorgeous embroidered dress from Ulla Johnson for a while so I jumped at the chance and got it with
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SUMMER DRESSES IN A PERFECT SHADE OF BLUE
These cotton gauze summer dresses by NY label Alasdair have the perfect shade of blue! The twist front dress with elastic waistband and open front can be worn as a dress or a tunic.
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THE FASHION FILES: CAFTANS FROM TWO NEW YORK
Last year I started my resolution to be a more “conscious consumer’. This means buying less (mass produced) stuff and spend more on higher quality goods. My wardrobe is a lot smaller now but I know have more beautiful fashion pieces that last longer. If you are interested you can read more about conscious consumerism here and here. One of
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CAROLINE MURPHY IN A BEAUTIFUL WOOLEN SWEATER
These images of model Caroline Murphy (41!) are shot in the neighborhood of her Chelsea (New York) townhouse. That gorgeous winter sweater she is wearing is from Industry of All Nations and is hand-knit in La Paz, Boliva, from Alpaca wool. About Industry of All Nations (IOAN): “We are inspired by how things are done. We are not creating a
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ENJOYING THE GREAT OUTDOORS
We, as a family, love spending time outdoors. We do not go on multiple day hikes but we do enjoy Sunday morning walks with our dog in a nearby park, building a bonfire in our garden and roasting marshmallows, and drinking hot chocolate or mulled wine (you can find a great recipe here). Today on the blog some outdoor fun
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DIY + CRAFTS
KNITTING WITH WOOL AND THE GANG
Do you have any resolutions or goals for the new year? One of my goals for 2016 is learning how to knit. This has been on my list for a long time but life was too hectic the past years that I just could not find the time to do it. But lately I have been seen some cool designs
