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March 4, 2015

A Few of My Favorite Things: February

FASHION

Cream Sweater
This Sweater has been a go-to piece of mine all winter long. It is so comfortable and I love the nice, soft cream color of this one from Target. I wear at least once a week (I'll admit there are some weeks I have worn it twice :-P)

Gold Sneakers
These gold sneakers from Old Navy have been my staple this month. They are so comfortable and go with almost everything I have...not to mention they are gold!

BEAUTY

Metallic Nail Polish
(Essie "Buy Me a Cameo")
I have been in love with metallic nail polish this past month. It is such a low maintenance manicure I can do for myself at home at any time really. It doesn't matter if my nails aren't perfectly filed and the perfect length or even if you do the most perfect job applying it, metallic nail polish looks great no matter what. I don't have a lot of time to sit a make my nails perfect so being able to just quickly apply something that is pretty and fun without having to spend a lot of time preparing and perfecting is exactly what I was looking for.

Nexxus Touchable Hold Finishing Mist
This has been the ultimate hairspray I have been looking for for years. It is so lightweight but really helps keep the style.

First Aid Beauty Hand Cream and Aquaphor
My skin has been so dry this winter and these two products have literally saved it. The FAB hand cream keeps my skin hydrated without making it greasy. The Aquaphor is a product I have been using on and off for a few years and it really keeps my lips and really dry patches super moisturized.

Kate Spade Makeup Bag
I scored this beauty from TJMaxx for a steal! I love using this to put my makeup essentials in when I'm running late or on the go and have to apply my makeup on the fly.

ENTERTAINMENT
Music
Ed Sheeran "Thinking Out Loud"
Bruno Mars "Uptown Funk"
Any time these songs come on they always get stuck in my head for the rest of the day, which isn't a bad thing because I really like both of the songs. Lilly loves "uptown funk," she dances and wiggles and laughs every time it comes on...it's so funny!

TV Shows
State of Affairs
How to Get Away with Murder
19 Kids and Counting
Completely obsessed with State of Affairs on NBC and HTGAWM on ABC! They both ended last month and I really hope they bring State of Affairs back because it was so good! HTGAWM is just a jaw dropping hot mess and I love it! I've always been a viewer of 19 Kids and Counting and it started back up again last month. It's just one of those shows I enjoy watching.

So what were some of your favorite things as of lately?

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February 20, 2015

Friday Favorites

Friday Favorites by nataliemorelliwaters featuring a palette eyeshadow

So here are some of the things I've been browsing at across the web this week. I've really been interested in getting a new pair of athletic shoes and these metallic ones from New Balance are calling my name. I have also been looking for a good "all-in-one" eyeshadow pallette and this one from Lorac Pro seems to have the perfect colors that I'm looking for. This mint tote and red skirt from Old Navy are just absolutely fabulous and are having me wishing for warmer weather, especially this week. And this dress from Target I'm obsessed with; it has such a great shape and I'm obsessed with the graphic print! I also discovered this coffee body scrub from Frank and has me really intrigued to try it out.

What are some things you're browsing at this week?

Colorful dress
target.com

Old Navy clothing
oldnavy.gap.com

New Balance sneaker
urbanoutfitters.com

Old Navy vegan purse
oldnavy.gap.com

Palette eyeshadow
ulta.com

Paul Frank body cleanser
frankbody.com

February 19, 2015

Spring Wish List

Spring Wish list by nataliemorelliwaters featuring a pink trench coat

Trench Coat

Nothing is more classic and comfortable for spring then a great khaki trench coat. I used to have a nice trench, but I'm not sure if it is in storage or if I got rid of it when we moved so if it's not in storage I might be re-investing in one again this year :)

Gingham Shirt

I love plaid and nothing is more spring and summer to me then a lightweight gingham blouse. This year I really want a navy blue and white one...how classic!

Pastel Denim

A great way I like to add a little variety to my wardrobe is with a colorful denim or pant, and pastels for spring are what I'm lusting for this year.

Windowpane

This print is everywhere right now and is a nice graphic print other then all the watercolor florals we are consumed with every spring.

Pops of red

I've been seeing a lot of these pops of this coral/pink/red color everywhere right now and I'm very intrigued to incorporate it with some of my accessories in my spring wardrobe this year.

Pastel Accessories

Mini pastel handbags are everywhere as wel! I'm lusting over these cute little crossbody satchels that come in an array of pastel cuteness!

Nude Nail Polish

As a change from all the dark and bright fingernail polish I have and wear periodically, right now I'm really drawn to different kinds of nudes and neutral nail colors.

What are some things you are lusting for this spring?

Old Navy sweater
oldnavy.gap.com

Pink trench coat
pinkqueen.com

Old navy skinny jeans
oldnavy.gap.com

Women's Plaid Popover Favorite Shirt Merona
target.com

Nine West pointy toe flat
ninewest.com

Tote bag
target.com

Butter London pink shimmer nail polish
6pm.com

Multicolored Cluster Stud Earrings | Loft
loft.com

November 8, 2014

Must Have Monday: Copper and Rose Gold

Must Have Monday: Copper and Rose Gold by nataliemorelliwaters featuring a serrated spoon

Completely obsessed with everything copper and rose gold! From kitchen utensils and gadgets, to home decor, to fashion and accessories...copper and rose gold is everywhere right now. I love it so much I want to get rid of all my kitchen stuff and get all new copper pots and pans and utensils, same with my jewelry and rose gold :) These will make great gift ideas this holiday season for the hostess with the mostess, the foodie, the techie, the fashionista, even the men and little ones in your life, there's something different and unique for everyone that they wouldn't necessarily expect.

What do you think about copper and rose gold? Are you just as obsessed as I am?!

Rose gold shoes
freshlypicked.com

Birkenstock leather shoes
$16 - asos.com

Ted Baker charm jewelry
$42 - theiconic.com.au

Oversized watch
target.com

Folio tech accessory
target.com

Stone Aster serrated spoon
gilt.com

Copper mug
target.com

Sur La Table kitchen gadgets tool
surlatable.com

Snowflake cookie cutter
williams-sonoma.com

Penny for Your Time Clock - Copper 12"
target.com

October 30, 2014

Mommy Uniform: Fall Edition

So on days when it actually feels like fall here I have been living in my go-to fall pieces: my military jacket, skinny jeans, flats or my ankle booties. This combination of pieces are just what I have been gravitating to on a daily basis this fall and the pairing options are endless. From denim shirts, to plaid, to basic or graphic t's, these few pieces make for unlimited amounts of fall outfits. Rotate the skinnies for cords, or a black skirt, or whatever your style fancy may be and you're whole fall wardrobe is complete with just a few pieces.

Out running errands in my Old Navy Jacket, Banana Republic Striped T-shirt from the summer, Walmart Skinnies, Nine West Flats from a few years ago (similar below), and Bow Wallet/Clutch from Kohls :)

Mommy Uniform by nataliemorelliwaters

Old Navy brown jacket
oldnavy.gap.com

Old Navy blue jeans
oldnavy.gap.com

Old Navy ankle boots
oldnavy.gap.com

Old Navy flat shoes
oldnavy.gap.com

October 20, 2014

Capsule Wardrobe Update

So this whole paring down and planning a capsule wardrobe thing is a lot harder than I thought. I'm already halfway through October and I am no where near done yet. So far I have definitely pared down a lot and I am currently making my shopping list and researching the exact pieces I really want to include in my wardrobe this fall and winter season. The weather here also makes it harder when the days are like 85 and you want to wear clothes for much cooler weather.

So here is what I am thinking for my shopping list so far/ as of right now:

Boyfriend Jeans

Casual Skinny Jeans

(already have a really dark/dressier pair of skinnies and a boot cut pair)

Tweed/Herringbone vest

A cape or poncho, preferably in a camel color

A light grey or blush colored coat for the winter

A really nice and flattering stripe t-shirt

Skinny cords

(This is a maybe item that I'm not sure if I want to add in my wardrobe yet)

A little black dress in a material that I can wear all year round

I already have a good variety of boots and fall shoes so I don't need to add anything there, except I would like a nice new pair of dressy low heels for the holidays.

And here is my ultimate wishlist and somewhat of a color scheme of things I would love to add to my wardrobe this season that I will use as a reference when picking out and budgeting pieces in to the wardrobe. Everything I want is from Loft and Old Navy so stalking those websites for good deals and sales is happening everyday :)